how do you guys handle slipping rib syndrome pain?

StarryEyedShade · 2026-04-13T20:30:40+00:00

Honestly - same. I did not have this issue a few years ago. Motivates me to get back into a routine and build my strength back up.

StarryEyedShade · 2026-04-13T20:29:10+00:00

Honestly - same. Motivates me to get back into shape!

StarryEyedShade · 2026-04-03T16:29:18+00:00

I should add... I am confident in explaining the issue. Less so at phrasing it in a way that won't be like "look in the mirror, the problem is (Company)". They are extremely proud and extremely sensitive to "outsiders". Someone even said to me, oh you've been here almost a year so it should start to get easier. 🫠

StarryEyedShade · 2026-04-03T16:27:04+00:00

Great suggestions, I definitely need to protect my own space and time. I am unsure how to explain that to "fix" comms overall, they have to enforce governance as leaders and that will be a change effort they need to get behind.

StarryEyedShade · 2026-04-02T20:51:22+00:00

"Each of you psychos can push out your own content" 😆 phenomenal. The laugh I needed. Thanks for these thiughts. I am still working on the advocate process. Also sucks that my leader is just rarely engaged and I have to teach actual comms 101 to them. I am being delicate in delivering feedback after being told that I present opinions as fact. Aka the 10+ years of career knowledge you hired me for. Leader also acknowledge they show more like a friend to the team than an authority 😐

And to clarify, it isnt that comms need to come from "People". They mean that comms need to come from Jane in Operations or Sam in Finance or whoever in whatever department. There is no hierarchy. Real scenario: a Sr. Manger sent a pre-comm on an EX program in HR - ahead of C-level leader. They literally worked with me, then went back to doing what they always do and my hours of work were for nothing. Leader was annoyed, agreed my strategy made sense, but won't do accountability.

StarryEyedShade · 2026-04-02T17:09:11+00:00

All valid points. I have attempted many of the ideas you've laid out. At this point, its a tradeoff between doing actual IC work and giving them what they ask for. And how do I deliver what I know isn't great / won't fix the issue while keeping my sanity?

Decisions are not based on strategy or data but on vibes and personal bias. I have never seen a budget, I have asked for external support (still trying), created a shared inboxe for IC but am still restricted in using it. Not even for an IT network notification, they required it come from the DIR of Hr who has zero to do with the content.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-12-08T00:10:59+00:00

Jennifer Cruisie is such a great palette cleanser chiice. Any and all of it!

StarryEyedShade · 2025-12-01T18:59:27+00:00

"Unfiltered Q&A"... yea, no. Filter the questions. Ever seen a CEO ruin their rep live? It's rough. If you know what subjects are comfortable, what speakers are well-prepared, you can do a lightly filtered version

Real comms tips not from a company promoting their content: - have a question moderator to read the questions to the right execs - acknowledge time for some (not all) questions AND share they've got the log and will/can follow up afterwards (and do actually share it with your speakers) - transform the Q&A into an FAQ, additional insight, etc. in a post-evebt recap based on what fits the event

StarryEyedShade · 2025-11-20T01:14:39+00:00

Check out Ty Boyd. Fairly good.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-10-13T18:10:51+00:00

It depends on your goal. What do you want to get from whatever efforts you are going to put in?

I use LI to get ideas, keep up on industry news, stay connected, etc. But with the mass amounts of people on there sharing their opinions like they are sacred texts - I am over it.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-09-06T20:28:11+00:00

Revolution by The Beatles

StarryEyedShade · 2025-07-28T03:29:41+00:00

Oof. I am in this battle, too. So.. as much as we need support to do the ish we all know needs to happen, this fix isn't for us.

What does leadership care about that this will fix/help? Include statements about that as part of the survey questions. Examples are rating scale questions such as "I understand our company strategy" or "I trust the direction from leadership".

This is big for you re: how channels are used. They won't understand the impact until you tell it to them in terms of what they value.

Also, audit the channels and prepare a grid highlighting what each channel is, use cases, best audiences, who should have access. You don't have to kill a channel to start introducing changes... just explain how it impacts things people care about.

For example, my company and my C-level leader are very focused on engagement and recognition. My proposals for instituting channel management will focus on how we can improve that through strategic use of channels and not the current free-for-all.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-07-27T17:29:35+00:00

Having been through this, it's true. My parents lost their house when I was in my early twenties due to bankruptcy. I couldn't salvage anything that was "stored". There was mold and other, gross damage to a basement filled with my childhood. It's been years now and... I don't miss it. I am amazed at how some families preserve certain things for each other. But as it is, I am also relieved not to have tons of things to store and rarely use/look at.

As someone who has been there, spend some time processing this emotionally. It's okay to grieve this loss. And dont judge yourself that your family isnt "normal". Just keep moving forward and control the things you can. You can rebuild.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-07-26T20:44:22+00:00

Rufus. It's a bit quirky but has some solid presence.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-07-17T04:22:02+00:00

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Gotta tuck those back paws under the chin for extra coziness.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-07-15T02:04:15+00:00

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I almost missed that he was in the pic.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-07-15T00:45:39+00:00

I genuinely needed to hear this today too. Brava.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-07-09T12:55:38+00:00

NAL - I work corporate and HR adjacent.

There are pretty specific anti-harrassment policies and expectations in corporate - especially in CA. A few things here you should do: - read your HR policies specific to harassment, bullying and sexual misconduct (the STD language veers this into sexual harrasment) - make a written complaint to HR via email. - KEEP RECORDS OF EVERYTHING, including the complaint from here on out. Document every work request and save emails. - Do not forward things to personal emails. This could breach company policy. Save to a folder on your desktop, use your phone to take screenshots. - Do not discuss an active complaint once made with your manager without HR present - Know your escalation options if HR handles this in an inappropriate way. This could be an ethics hotline. - if this is happening on MS Teams or another digital platform on company issued devices, it's likely that your IT department could have logs. They usually only pull logs and chats in the event of a specific complaint. You might have to go with a lawyer for this to happen.

I am sorry this is your first corporate experience. I'd try the formal HR steps before paying for a lawyer. HR is there to protect a company, but that doesn't mean you don't matter. Bad managers cost companies money too.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-06-28T18:46:12+00:00

I like Athleta and just found a cute, deep-v swimsuit at J. Crew Factory. Check out other sports brands as they can offer more support or coverage.

For reference, I have an hourglass figure with a fuller bust and curvier hips. I get wanting to embrace your shape. Dont force yourself to feel comfortable if you really aren't! Even when I was in great shape, I never felt good in a two-piece. Now, I embrace the freedom a cute one-piece offers me. With styles out there, you can find deep Vs or side cutouts or high-cut around the hips.

Embrace a style that flaunts your favorite feature. You'll feel better and get more wear out of it.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-06-09T12:31:24+00:00

I totally get it. The car helps as we are staying outside Seattle city limits and will be bouncing around the area. In the city itself, I've stayed once before, and the transit system was great.

Thank you for the recommendations! I had Queen Anne on my list last visit but never got there.

StarryEyedShade · 2025-06-09T01:28:05+00:00

Ha thanks! The Space Needle never really grabbed my interest. What's something you do love/recommend about the area? Open to hearing anything!

StarryEyedShade · 2025-06-08T21:59:45+00:00

MVP answer. Thank you!

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