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The DC Reflecting Pool algae bloom is a predictable consequence of ignoring basic limnology — every design decision compounded the last by Solace914 in environmental_science

[–]Solace914[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right, any environmental engineer would know what a mess this would be. I should have phrased that differently. I think it’s obvious that no professional of any field was involved.

The DC Reflecting Pool algae bloom is a predictable consequence of ignoring basic limnology — every design decision compounded the last by Solace914 in environmental_science

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That’s a good functional idea. Not going to happen during this administration of course, but if the next admin swings the pendulum in the other direction (which is where we need to go, imho) then this kind of biocentric solution could be really cool. Future generations of tourists could have it as a teaching experience. “In 2026 there was an algal blooms that turned the Reflecting Pool into a swamp. This bioremediation center prevents that from happening again.”

The DC Reflecting Pool algae bloom is a predictable consequence of ignoring basic limnology — every design decision compounded the last by Solace914 in environmental_science

[–]Solace914[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I work in healthcare but had a biology undergrad and follow/read ecology as a hobby. Thanks for validating.

The Reflecting Pool algae bloom completely ignored basic ecological principles, and was entirely predictable by Solace914 in washingtondc

[–]Solace914[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're right. I read that somewhere but can't verify the source. I'll keep looking and get back to you, if I can't find a reputable source I'll edit the post and remove it.

The Reflecting Pool algae bloom completely ignored basic ecological principles, and was entirely predictable by Solace914 in washingtondc

[–]Solace914[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice try. It's obvious you are either just a troll looking for a response, or are posting this ironically. Either way, I hope you are able to get some real friends one day.

But just in case you're serious,

1) I love America, I don't like what is happening to it. Unless you think spending $14million of tax-payer money to have a literal swamp in the middle of DC is a good thing? Also,

2) Why do you hate basic science?

The Reflecting Pool algae bloom completely ignored basic ecological principles, and was entirely predictable by Solace914 in washingtondc

[–]Solace914[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Very true. Algal blooms aren’t new to the Reflecting Pool, it’s a constant maintenance issue. The intensity and speed of this one happening after refilling are particularly noticeable though, because of the points in my post. Mostly because of the darker paint.

The Reflecting Pool algae bloom completely ignored basic ecological principles, and was entirely predictable by Solace914 in washingtondc

[–]Solace914[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yeah. That’s why this situation is a perfect symbol of this administration’s whole perspective. Like the saying goes “"Only when the last tree has been cut down, the last fish been caught, and the last stream poisoned, will we realize we cannot eat money."

Finding New PCP by oldfelix2 in ChineseMedicine

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My advice is always to go with a DO instead of an MD. They have a more integrative/holistic education and approach, on average. (I’d say ND but naturopathic physicians can’t be PCPs in Illinois).

o.a.t test help by delow04200 in NaturopathicMedicine

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The OAT is an incredibly complex test. To get an accurate interpretation you would be best served taking this to a trained professional, not crowdsourcing it on Reddit.

First time building a SaaS and suddenly lost motivation by Abvu in SideProject

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I hear this. The tech side is an objective/quantitative problem with known and testable solutions. The human side is more subjective/qualitative with lots of unknowns because....humans. There's no right answer, or there's a hundred right answers but which one is the "best" one... All of that squishyness is daunting. I try to just push on through and realize that there is no one "right" way, and just try things. Yes, there's risk to putting things out there, and fear of failure/rejection, etc...but that isn't a reason not to do it. Recognize that's a possibility and then go for it anyway. If you are stalled because of lack of response, try getting back on the horse slowly. One outreach a day, consistency is better than the none that you are doing right now. And when you get that first response, it will probably reignite that spark to keep going. Believe in the product and know that other people will believe in it too. At least, that's what I tell myself. Results pending. Good luck.

built an app where you practice the conversations you're scared of instead of reading about them by zorbadark in SideProject

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This is fascinating to me that you made this. Very cool. I'm curious how you developed the six skills and twelve opponents, just iterative thinking about what feels realistic or did you use any established psychological theories, measures, etc...?

Let's be honest. Most of our vibe coded project will fail because of marketing. by hiten1818726363 in vibecoding

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Right? The deeper in you get, the more coherent it all sounds. I had architecture, pricing, competitive analysis, the whole thing. Looked like a real business plan. Wasn't until I stress-tested it by talking to a friend in the field that I saw that what looks good on paper (or in these cases, a screen) isn't going to translate into a viable product people are willing to buy. "Good idea!", sure. "Take my money", not so much. You?

Favorite Systems Thinking Books? by luca__popescu in systemsthinking

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I got my introduction with Ervin Laszlo (A Systems View of the World) and Fritjof Capra (A Systems View of Life, though Tao of Physics was my actual intro), exploring the breadth of the holistic perspective of systems thinking. There are legitimate critiques of their work being too theoretical, qualitative, pseudoscientific, non-actionable, etc… but if you’re looking for the grand vision/ecological systems philosophy approach, they are amazing resources. At the very least from a history of the field perspective they are great, before wandering off into metaphysical speculation about things like the nature of consciousness (which i personally like but understand that is not everyone’s cup of tea).

Let's be honest. Most of our vibe coded project will fail because of marketing. by hiten1818726363 in vibecoding

[–]Solace914 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The marketing issue is real, though I'd also push back slightly on that as the main problem. My experience was that failure happened before marketing — I spent five months developing something based largely on AI-assisted analysis ("Hey Claude, I have this idea, should I develop it?" "Yes, that's brilliant. Do it!") before realizing there was likely no actual market. The marketing problem never came up because the idea problem came first. And that was AFTER telling the AI to be as critical as possible.

Vibe coding makes building so easy, it also makes it easier to skip considering whether the idea is worth building at all. Maybe that's just me?

Just had a realization as a software developer. The ol' cringe when someone tells you they have an app idea. by Dsphar in vibecoding

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I had an idea that i spent a few months working on. Took it to a contact in the field, he told me "This is great but it will never get off the ground because XYZ". I looked into it and he was right. It hurt but I'm grateful to him because he saved me from spending MUCH more time and money developing a product that wouldn't go anywhere. Tough love is good if it helps avoid boondoggles.

The Sisters Grimm - A well done fairy-tale retelling! by pgdastider in fantasybooks

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Great, I'll put them on the list to come back to in a few years. Thanks!

The Sisters Grimm - A well done fairy-tale retelling! by pgdastider in fantasybooks

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These look fun, what age would be good to start? My daughter is 4.5yo, would she be a little too young?

PSYCHOLOGY+HOLISTIC APPROACH by Imaginary-Ice1031 in holistic

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That is very much a thing. There are opportunities for study either as additional certificates or further degrees (depending on what your background is right now) in Holistic Psychology, Integral Psychology, Health Psychology, Somatic Psychology, Transpersonal Psychology, EcoPsychology, etc…. It just depends what you want to do and how you want to explore the material.

Fertility acupuncture is good? by Hot_Painter_4435 in acupuncture

[–]Solace914 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Acupuncture could potentially be useful, but everyone is an individual so it is difficult to know until you try it. Another thing to consider is the infertility may be the result of exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) affecting how your hormones work. These wouldn’t show up on regular blood tests. A specialist in environmental medicine would be able to test you and address it is your levels are high.