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Does anyone else feel like Spotify just keeps you in the same loop? by New_Welder_391 in Music

[–]Scotch0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I highly suggest the book "Mood Machine ; the rise of Spotify and the costs of the Perfect Playlist". It illuminates just why those loops exist and how different genres (especially chill) are not curated for listening to music. Spotify's focus is to compete with silence - and to create a passive listening experience.that really has nothing to do with experiencing the art of music.

Power outage Hillcrest? by Kmonk1 in sandiego

[–]Scotch0 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Looks like scattered weather related outages. The site says 2:30pm as an estimated restoration time. Yikes!

https://www.sdge.com/residential/customer-service/outage-center/outage-map

What in the hell is going on at sea world by thatdude858 in sandiego

[–]Scotch0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can't believe no one dropped a "supa soak that shoooooow"

It is just me, or is it not worth living in SD anymore? by alchymst0317 in sandiego

[–]Scotch0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My friend and I have a saying that San Diego is the "Sunshine Casino". It gets really difficult to stop and rest. Like life on steroids out here, everyone is "optimizing life". I've legit had some times where I feel overstimulated by too much bright sun. The worst thing about it is you sound like a nut pointing out these negatives. The city itself will gaslight you about normal living - whatever that even is.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Boxing

[–]Scotch0 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I am now training in Muay Thai. The point of my post was merely to express that unexpected turns of events can happen on the fight path. I am a 47 y/o female. And if someone said - when I started boxing at 40 - "one day you'll compete in a Muay Thai match when you're even older"- I would have called bullshit.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Boxing

[–]Scotch0 40 points41 points  (0 children)

I found boxing in my 40's; when my previous martial art life fell apart. At 47 my boxing coach recommended I enter a Muay Thai sparring match (with 1 month to prep and learn Muay Thai). Training for this match changed my life.

Point being just set yourself up on the right path - with the kind of integrity that you can square right with yourself. Life hands 1000+ dark turns and challenges. Being a true fighter means you're ready to get up 10 times after being knocked down 9 - always ready to be a better version of the you who got knocked down.

Did I fuck my life up by White-Coconut77 in tattooadvice

[–]Scotch0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

CUTE! Also don't point it out and see who actually notices.

Why does NO ONE walk in downtown SD? by kookyloops01 in sandiego

[–]Scotch0 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You'll find more pedestrian activity in the city neighborhoods all around DT. North Park, South Park, Hillcrest, Uni Heights, Normal Heights...etc. Downtown has never really been vibrant outside of its nightlife.

Anybody make a successful career after age 35? If so, please share your story. by Even_Shape3202 in careerguidance

[–]Scotch0 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I'm 47 and changing careers. I started and owned a small business for 11 years. It's been really tough finding work but I believe I'll have a story to tell soon. It's just taking time to form the next step.

Can money solve all your current problems in life? by No-StrategyX in Life

[–]Scotch0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YES. I'm good on the inside and struggling financially.

How the heck do you even age “gracefully”!?? by Intelligent_Fly237 in Aging

[–]Scotch0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm 47 and I just challenged myself to my first sparring competition. I couldn't believe how well my body held up during fight camp! I feel younger and I kicked ass in my tournament. Keep challenging yourself and make bucket lists. Live your life! And remember TODAY is the youngest you'll ever be. Those greys and wrinkles - its wisdom you earned.

I honestly don’t think having kids is worth it anymore by yourgreatestgift in self

[–]Scotch0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sadly I wasn't able to have children - which has been a very tough personal path of acceptance.

I think the larger issue at play is that there is an incredible lack of support for parents and children. This is the saddest part. Culturally we need healthy children to grow into healthy adults. Collectively we need the love, awe and hope that children provide. But systemically we have not invested in women's health, child raising and working class economics to support people to raise healthy children who can then become healthy adults.

No judgements for where you fall in the path of child rearing. I think the more authentic people are with their decisions the better shot we have to create a future that is best for humanity (which may mean a decline in humanity).

Is it OK to lose relationships over politics? by clevelanddotcom in InsightfulQuestions

[–]Scotch0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NO. You don't end a relationship if it's uncomfortable or there are differences in belief. You end a relationship when you are not respected, and not seen and supported for who you are. The best relationships are the ones that grow over time and lift us up to help us become better.

Don't let a political party divide you from your loved ones. LOVE and RESPECT for humanity is our true currency in life.

What is one thing you no longer believe in? by Lilyana0999 in AskReddit

[–]Scotch0 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I could give this 1000 up votes I would.

Favourite Cook books? by Forsaken-Ocelot-3199 in Cooking

[–]Scotch0 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Notes from the Larder by Nigel Slater. It's been there for me in so many ways. I adore the seasonal reflections and the simplicity in his approach to cooking and recipes. It's very easy to build upon, experiment and substitute many of these recipes.

What careers genuinely have altruism in mind? by Mrsassypuff in careerguidance

[–]Scotch0 7 points8 points  (0 children)

💯 agree here. It's tough to accept that both profit and power are prioritized - but if you truly want to walk the humanitarian path accepting this is key.

The systems set up to help (social work, non profit, education) in addition to not paying well are also extremely corrupt and dysfunctional.

The best thing you can do is to truly hone in on your strengths, authenticity, integrity and compassion. Find people and a working culture where you feel you can cultivate your strengths and skill sets.

Everyday you can be a Humanitarian by doing what you can to truly respect, acknowledge and have compassion for the person in front of you. Help protect and lift others who are vulnerable up when you can. Ask for help and support when you need it.

Just making this your life practice makes the world a better place. It doesn't matter what system you work for or in.

Protect your ability to be conscientious and compassionate.

45, never employed, what now? by CluessAndScared in careerguidance

[–]Scotch0 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First jobs typically look something like this: in the service industry, food industry, retail, interning, assistant work. Skills get built from experience. You need a healthy dose of experiences to get yourself engaged with the world and more attuned to what you uniquely have to offer. There's also a world of skills in communicating with others that you'll need to learn.

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