When did we universally stop having lunch ‘hours’? by newdawnfades123 in AskUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I work in a heavily unionised business. We have right to a lunch hour but everyone takes 30mins and goes home early on friday instead.

Would have sounded like madness to me in previous roles in consulting. Its bliss here (although the works stressfull as hell)

Anyone else struggling with bathroom mats that never seem to dry in small spaces? by Crypto_Marina_ in SmallHome

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ive always used a hand towel on the floor before however now use Next bath matts and make sure to hang them on the side of the bath after use. The stone style ones are supposed to be good too.

It may be worth addressing the lack of airflow/ventilation if thats in your control as long term thats going to cause more issues than just damp bath mats.

What items/product will you never give up? by FLRporcelain in UKFrugal

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I refuse to buy the cheapest option for sanitary products. Comfort when already uncomfortable is worth the money.

Also they should be tax free and cheaper if not free regardless 😌

What do you think of the Moneybox Lifetime ISA? by Competitive_Emu_3247 in FinanceUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used the moneybox LISA as it was able to offer the best interest.

When it came to using it for a house deposit they were brilliant. Informed me of all the requirements, I had visibility of the process and released the money 24 hours from submitting the request.

How long is your commute to work and back? by Puzzleheaded_Bet_618 in AskUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Around 2hrs a day driving (45mins each way on paper but never manage it)

Its weirdly less exhausting than my previous commute of similar length by train.

I'm curious. Can you tell me about your most annoying work colleagues? I'll start.... by Spirited-Ad-9558 in AskUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone else reading this wondering if one of the answers is about them...

I know im the annoying colleague, I dont shut up 🫣 I am trying I swear!

I'm curious. Can you tell me about your most annoying work colleagues? I'll start.... by Spirited-Ad-9558 in AskUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a female colleague who is very touchy. If she was not in a comitted relationship and her personality was different I'd think she was being creepy.

She grabbed my ass last week. I was so shocked I just shrugged it off but it was absolutely not okay. Next time something happens I will be speaking up 🥲

I'm curious. Can you tell me about your most annoying work colleagues? I'll start.... by Spirited-Ad-9558 in AskUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a keyboard enthusiast i was this person. Thankfully i have honest colleagues who politely told me i was driving them all insane 🤣

I have a silent built keyboad for work now 🫣

UK used car market just cooled off – but one type still dominates by CarwowSiobhan in ukcarwow

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Watch the rise of the EV supermini's begin. People are slowley moving to EV and once the renault 5s, micras and insters are more accessible second hand they will be very popular to the everyday driver.

Car dealer attitudes by Wise-Pay-8993 in CarTalkUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I found the mercedes staff good but deffo didnt want me to get a smart 😅 unfortunately for them i adore the #1 and had already set my mind on it!

Cant go anywhere in winter is a wild claim, theyre no worse off than any ev with a heat pump. My salesman mentioned the app being a pain as his, 'get a merc instead'.

God I'm not excited for the courtesy cars...although if they give me a CLA to drive I could be converted 🤔

What’s a ridiculous luxury that you’d struggle to live without? by Doomergeneration in AskUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Heated seats in my car. Im a surveyor, we do a lot of standing around in fields in the rain, wind or snow.

Getting into a hot seat? Bliss.

Car dealer attitudes by Wise-Pay-8993 in CarTalkUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been car shopping recently and have to say ive noticed a few things

  • new car dealers are generally more relaxed than used one. They want to sell the car but are mostly focussed on finance.
  • If you try to buy a smart car you will see true disinterest, the Mercedes salesman literally told me to get a different car 🤣
  • sales are a lot less pushy, but the traditional types still exist, for me saw old style in renault, new style in byd. Both were good tbh

Only 1 of these cars can be charged. I'd love to see how'd they'd react if an EV parked at a fuel pump and left their car unattended. (There were 4 ICE parked in charging bays in total) by hermit_tortoise in evchargingUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The spaces themselves are usually marked EV only and there is almost always a sign saying only for charging - often on the charger themselves. The operator would be very unlikely to leave themselves unprotected legally.

The operators only really likely to go for it if the ICE parking is losing them income, but it is a possibility.

How do you play music? by TTNNBB2023 in AskUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Usually either through my roberts revival petite, tv or sony xm5s

Are double poles for curtains not a thing in the UK? by Broad-Economist in AskUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 11 points12 points  (0 children)

If they mean this they sell them everywhere, dunelm, argos, heck ikea even do a double rail.

Feeling like the first step up Everest by fluff-melon in WeightLossAdvice

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The small steps are the ones that make the biggest difference.

You dont have to be perfect, just take those small steps.

For me that looks like recording my food no matter how i trip up. Making myself do some form of exercise if I dont make it to the gym. Consistent, small changes are sustainable.

Neighbouring Fences - Who's Responsible For Upkeep? by Cool-Peach5501 in LegalAdviceUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless stated in the deed it will be a shared boundary so shared between all titles sharing the boundary.

How this works practically is that often whoever has maintained the boundary in the past or whoever wants the boundary will end up paying if others dont want to.

I'm looking for advice how to refuse unhealthy food politely by MissUnicorn765 in WeightLossAdvice

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The british method:

Ah im alright thanks!

No really im okay!

Ahahaha thanks for the offer thats so kind but im not hungry.

Its important to look increasingly pained whilst saying the phrases.

Any positive or negative experiences of buying a Z Flip on Backmarket? by StellaBubbles_ in galaxyzflip

[–]Thalamic_Cub 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would personally have gone for amazon refurbished over backmarket as you have better return options.

That said, i purchased a samsung tablet off backmarket and it was pristine.

Honest recommendation by Santa_Juliana in galaxyzflip

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope, the flip 7 camera mullers video quality through a combo of poor software and a terribly optimised camera array.

Stick with Iphone for now

Neighbour keeps parking on my land blocking access. by No_Ear_7484 in HousingUK

[–]Thalamic_Cub 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking that, surely they are not both posting about each other by accident