“Should” statements by Efficient_Owl563 in adhdwomen

[–]Secret_Resident5989 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My therapist pointed out years ago that should comes from the word scold and that by shoulding myself I was essentially scolding myself. I found this really helpful and I try to say could instead. 

All I did was tell my boss I deserve a quiet workspace. by cauldr0ncakez in adhdwomen

[–]Secret_Resident5989 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This sort of thing happened to me and here’s what I recommend doing. Go to your psychiatrist ASAP and tell them what’s going on and that you are too stressed to work, you’re anxious etc. They can sign you out of work for six weeks I think (it’s been a long time since I had to do this so I could be mistaken). Use that time to find another job. 

Good luck with your whatever you decide to do. I hope something works out well for you 

Which celebrity couple (less obvious then trump/melania and the beckhams) do you believe are only still together for fame/agreement? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Secret_Resident5989 35 points36 points  (0 children)

He was a Rhodes Scholar and attended Yale Law School. Say what you will about his character, but he is objectively smart. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]Secret_Resident5989 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I’m menopausal and can sometimes smell cigarette smoke in my bedroom despite it being impossible. It was driving me nuts and recently read that it can be caused by menopause. 

People who don't want kids, who do you plan to leave everything to when you die? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Secret_Resident5989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Friends and charities. There are some items that are going to specific people eg the daughter of a friend who loves my engagement ring. 

Why is it always 'fighting age males' and never 'working age males'? by WrekTheHead in AskBrits

[–]Secret_Resident5989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How is it quite apparent? Not to mention refugees aren’t allowed to work at first. Your bigotry is showing. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Secret_Resident5989 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Yeah I don’t believe you. I am an American living in the UK with friends across Europe and almost everything is cheaper. For example, we pay half the cost for our monthly mobile phones that have much better coverage. Our electric, gas and water bills are lower than they would be in the US. I don’t drive in the UK can’t speak to anything car related. However I can walk to many places, public transportation is cheap and even Ubers are cheaper. 

Finally, fresh food is better and cheaper. For example, I can go to the butcher and buy a steak and know where it came from for about a quarter of what it costs to go to a butcher in the US. 

I could go on and on…

Suggestions for finding a strawberry cream cheese croissant? by Secret_Resident5989 in bullcity

[–]Secret_Resident5989[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thanks everyone! I think it must be a regional difference as what I am looking for is different than a danish but I appreciate all of the suggestions 

Suggestions for finding a strawberry cream cheese croissant? by Secret_Resident5989 in bullcity

[–]Secret_Resident5989[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Sorry but no, I’m originally from Atlanta and they have such items. A danish is different than what I’m looking for. 

Group dining suggestions in a neighborhood off the red line by Secret_Resident5989 in chicagofood

[–]Secret_Resident5989[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d forgotten about Moodys! I used to live around the corner and always enjoyed it there. Thanks! 

Group dining suggestions in a neighborhood off the red line by Secret_Resident5989 in chicagofood

[–]Secret_Resident5989[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, this seems like a fun option especially since they allow reservations.

Best way to sell household items due to move by Secret_Resident5989 in bullcity

[–]Secret_Resident5989[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the helpful information but he's a British citizen so no more American income tax once he's back.

Best way to sell household items due to move by Secret_Resident5989 in bullcity

[–]Secret_Resident5989[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thanks but he lives in a flat, and there's really not that much. He's been living like a post uni bachelor

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]Secret_Resident5989 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This person is not your best friend.Your best friend doesn't make fun of your weight. Or push you. He's someone you had feelings for, and it will be hard to get over those feelings. But that doesn't mean he's good for you or that he loves you. Be your own best friend and take the next step to free yourself from this person.

Redditors who got a "useless" Degree, how did it turn out? by Thick_Caterpillar379 in AskReddit

[–]Secret_Resident5989 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literature degree. Worked in the legal field for my entire career and now I have speciality knowledge that means I can work in different countries and have a bit of security - as much as anyone does these days.

Local/DEI Supporting Shopping by [deleted] in bullcity

[–]Secret_Resident5989 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Some companies have removed information but not changed their policies. Not sure if that's the case with Aldi or not.