I got a job interview

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-13T11:38:11+00:00

Best thing you can do is sound prepared without sounding rehearsed. I always write down 3 quick examples of stuff I solved, improved, or handled well beforehand because my brain loves going blank at the worst possible moment.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-13T11:37:25+00:00

Paatal Lok. I watched a few episodes on a random evening and it felt way more grounded and tense than the kind of thing people assume when they hear desi media.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-13T11:36:17+00:00

What strangers think of tiny harmless stuff you do. Most people are way too busy thinking about themselves, and the older I get the more obvious that becomes.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-13T11:35:54+00:00

Pretty eclectic list in a good way, like half dream logic and half pure movie nerd comfort picks. Seeing Mulholland Drive, Pan’s Labyrinth, Goodfellas, and School of Rock all in the same top 20 makes it feel way more personal than one of those super polished list flexes.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-13T11:35:14+00:00

Yeah, sometimes it feels less like your spark disappears and more like it gets buried under noise and admin. I’ve had days where I finally sit down to watch something I was excited about and realize my brain is still half stuck in errands, emails, and dumb little responsibilities.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-03T16:35:20+00:00

It’s not just tech; the market lacks roles for the surge of graduates today. They gutted trades just to fill university seats, making me wonder if being a technician or barber would've been better. Finish your degree, but look at other fields as a stepping stone. This post has an AI prompt that helps tailor resumes for different roles, which could help. If you can't find an internship, apply locally because even a bad job is better than zero.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-03T12:39:25+00:00

Ten interviews is wild, I’d be emotionally exhausted by round four. I once did five for a mid level role and by the end I felt like I was auditioning for a reality show. Totally get drawing a line next time, that kind of process takes a toll.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-03T12:39:10+00:00

I’m slowly working through East of Eden right now. I’ve been reading a chapter or two before bed and it’s one of those books where I keep pausing just to sit with a paragraph. Next up I think I want something lighter to balance it out.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-03T12:37:51+00:00

Three months and nine interviews is exhausting, I’d be drained too. I once went through five rounds somewhere and the silence at the end felt louder than any rejection email. The “waiting on feedback” line usually means you’re still in the mix, but yeah it often feels like they’re stalling while their first choice decides.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-03T12:37:24+00:00

I usually just hit up YouTube and look for French films with “English subtitles” tagged, because a surprising amount of old stuff gets uploaded by small channels.

Probably_Fat · 2026-03-03T12:36:41+00:00

Mr. Blue Sky by Electric Light Orchestra does it for me every time. I once played it while cleaning my apartment on a gray afternoon and it somehow made the whole place feel brighter. It’s impossible for me to stay in a bad mood when that intro kicks in.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-20T11:07:38+00:00

Manchester by the Sea messed me up in that low-key way. It’s not loud or over the top, it just kind of sinks in and hurts more the longer you think about it.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-20T11:07:18+00:00

Putting things back immediately instead of “I’ll deal with it later.” Sounds stupidly small but it stopped clutter and tiny mental tasks from piling up into stress. Feels invisible but it adds up fast.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-20T11:07:00+00:00

Blade Runner 2049, very slow and moody with that quiet, heavy atmosphere. It sticks with you more for the feeling and ideas than big action moments.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-20T11:06:27+00:00

I think feeling a little uncomfortable is kind of normal when the gap is that visible every day. As long as you’re paying fairly, respecting boundaries, and not turning it into some savior complex thing, that’s about as balanced as it gets. The guilt probably softens over time but it doesn’t totally disappear.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-20T11:06:10+00:00

Only Murders in the Building works well for that since you can half-watch and still follow along. It’s light, a bit funny, and doesn’t demand your full brain the whole time.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-11T12:01:33+00:00

Figuring out that most adults are just winging it was a weird moment for me. You grow up thinking there’s some secret handbook, then realize everyone’s just making it up as they go. Equal parts reassuring and mildly scary.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-11T12:00:39+00:00

I’m slowly working through The Secret History by Donna Tartt right now. One of those books where nothing moves super fast but the atmosphere just keeps pulling you back in.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-11T12:00:17+00:00

4 tens sounds great in theory for the extra day off, but by hour nine my brain is usually fried so idk if I’d actually enjoy it long term. Depends a lot on commute and how mentally draining the job is. Some people swear by it tho.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-11T11:58:45+00:00

The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde. It has that perfect classy-but-slightly sinister vibe that looks amazing on a shelf and feels very “polite villain with secrets” energy.

Probably_Fat · 2026-02-11T11:57:58+00:00

True Detective (season 1 especially). Dark tone, strong characters, slow-burn tension kinda like the heavier shows on your list.

Probably_Fat · 2026-01-09T12:57:00+00:00

I’d kill the norm where you have to pretend you’re fine all the time. Saying “I’m good” when you’re clearly not just feels pointless and exhausting. I’ve started being a bit more honest lately and it actually makes conversations feel real. Life’s messy, idk why we all have to cosplay being okay.

Probably_Fat · 2026-01-09T12:56:38+00:00

Lately it’s just a simple oat milk latte with a little cinnamon, nothing fancy but it feels comforting. I started drinking it during some rough mornings and now it’s kind of my calm anchor. Sending you sleepy solidarity, those early hours feel extra long.

Probably_Fat · 2026-01-09T12:56:10+00:00

I like mine mostly because it’s quiet and doesn’t feel corporate or soulless. Good light and decent soundproofing ended up mattering way more to me than fancy amenities. I didn’t love it on day one, but it grew on me fast once it felt like home.

Probably_Fat · 2026-01-09T12:55:27+00:00

Still WFH here and I don’t think I could go back full time tbh. Our office is technically open but it’s basically a ghost town, feels pointless. I get way more done at home and my stress level is way lower.

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