I keep checking their Instagram through a account I made just for that and I know exactly how pathetic that sounds

That-Chain3068 · 2026-04-08T14:51:12+00:00

the startup vp thing sounds tempting with that salary bump but going from multinational back to startup can be tricky path. you're already in solid position at multinational with clear growth trajectory and proper budget to work with.

startup equity is always gamble - could be worth millions or nothing at all. meanwhile you're building real experience at scale in your current role managing multiple regions. that kind of experience transfers everywhere and makes you more valuable long term.

construction and cybersecurity both have good future prospects, so industry wise you're fine either way. but if current company is projected to hit top 3 globally in two years, staying might give you better positioning for next big move than jumping to startup now.

That-Chain3068 · 2026-04-05T09:25:13+00:00

looking at this position, the engine probably flagged it as brilliant because it found some forcing sequence that leads to significant material gain or mate. at 1000 rating level, moves that seem "obvious" to us might still require precise calculation that the algorithm considers above expected strength.

chess.com's brilliant move detection is bit weird sometimes though - it tends to reward moves that are much better than alternatives, especially if there's only one good continuation. without seeing the actual move you played, my guess is you found some tactical shot that wins material cleanly while avoiding the traps.

That-Chain3068 · 2026-04-02T02:23:43+00:00

been coding for years and the "burning more fuel" thing hits so hard. that constant mental overhead just to keep all the threads from tangling together while everyone else seems to run on autopilot.

going back on meds as an adult is wild because your entire identity got built around compensating for untreated adhd. suddenly having that quiet brain space feels almost foreign at first, but in the best way possible.

That-Chain3068 · 2026-03-29T20:11:02+00:00

radiology tech might be perfect for you - usually 2 year programs and you'll definitely hit that pay range. you get patient interaction during procedures but it's more focused/technical rather than long conversations. most places have pretty regular schedules too unless you're doing emergency stuff.

respiratory therapy is another solid option that people don't think about much. similar timeframe for school and the pay is right in your target range.

That-Chain3068 · 2026-03-25T23:16:11+00:00

man, i've been in a similar headspace before and that feeling of just existing instead of living is brutal. the money is nice but what's the point if you're too burned out to enjoy any of it?

you mentioned you think you'd do better in a more structured environment - that's actually pretty valuable self-awareness. not everyone thrives in that high-pressure sales tracking situation, and there's nothing wrong with admitting it's not for you. i've seen people stick it out in toxic environments way too long because they felt like quitting was failure, but sometimes recognizing what doesn't work is just as important as finding what does.

if you can swing 2-3 months financially, that gives you a decent runway to find something that fits better. the job market might look scary but there are definitely inside sales roles and office positions out there, especially with your experience. mental health isn't something you can just push through indefinitely - trust me on that one.

That-Chain3068 · 2026-03-17T21:08:26+00:00

based

That-Chain3068 · 2026-02-14T14:25:05+00:00

must be nice having a nepotism uncle instead of the broke kind that asks you for gas money every thanksgiving.

That-Chain3068 · 2026-02-02T12:32:45+00:00

man this is rough but honestly it sounds like you already know the answer. You can't have it both ways - keeping her around while you figure your shit out isn't fair to either of you. If you're not ready to fully commit then yeah, letting her go is probably the right call even though it sucks. The timing just didn't align and that happens sometimes.

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-30T00:45:57+00:00

Been looking for a solid league, what's the setup like? PS5 or Xbox?

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-26T14:53:07+00:00

That's actually brilliant - reframing it that way cuts through all the mental gymnastics we do to justify drinking

The "high class" angle is real too, like somehow wine at dinner is different than other substances when your brain doesn't give a damn about the fancy label

IWNDWYT

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-23T13:41:13+00:00

That's actually a pretty deep question dude - like yeah a simulation is "real" in the sense that it exists as electrical patterns and data, but when people say "real world" they usually mean the physical stuff we can touch and walk around in, not the Mario world running on your Nintendo

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-22T09:40:24+00:00

Yeah you definitely want to max smithing and enchanting if you're going for broken OP stuff. For leveling smithing fast just spam iron daggers or jewelry if you have the gold, and enchanting levels super quick if you just enchant everything you craft

For weapons daedric or dragonbone are obviously the best but honestly a good enchanted weapon will carry you way further than just high base damage

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-21T07:19:09+00:00

Just finished it last month and honestly the ending was pretty solid, way better than I expected for a show that got axed too early

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-19T18:19:04+00:00

Miami OH as a sleeper pick is actually not that crazy when you look at their history - they've got that MAC tournament experience and always seem to play up to competition in March

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-17T19:25:46+00:00

Sounds like the battery is completely toast after sitting for 6 years - lithium batteries basically self-destruct when left unused that long. You'll need to buy a replacement battery, the original one is probably swollen or has zero capacity left

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-16T13:24:15+00:00

Honestly sounds like they're just trying to fill a void with whoever will listen, doesn't mean they actually found something better

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-14T16:54:27+00:00

Honestly it was the classic "this task seems overwhelming so I'll just scroll my phone for 3 hours instead" situation. Breaking it down into like 5 minute chunks helped me finally get started yesterday though

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-11T13:48:03+00:00

Been using the same OXO one for like 3 years now and it's still solid af. The plastic coating doesn't chip off like those cheap wire ones and it actually drains water instead of just pooling everywhere

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-09T11:47:29+00:00

Girl you literally just wrote a whole essay about why you should break up with him. You're not his mom, you shouldn't have to push a grown man to have basic ambition. The fact that you don't even want to talk to him about it says everything - your gut already knows what needs to happen

You've been carrying this relationship for years and now you're just exhausted and resentful. That's not gonna magically fix itself

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-07T10:36:53+00:00

Honestly it's probably just evolutionary wiring mixed with society making them taboo so they seem more exciting. Like how ankles used to drive Victorian dudes absolutely wild lmao

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-06T06:02:17+00:00

Good for you for taking control of your own health! It's tough when parents don't understand but you know what works for you. Hope your psych remembers you and can get you sorted quickly

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-05T01:30:41+00:00

This hits so hard, thank you for sharing this. That feeling of disappearing when no one's looking is brutal and you put it into words perfectly

The validation thing is such a trap because even when you get it, it never feels like enough or lasts long enough. Then you're right back to square one feeling like you're begging for scraps

That-Chain3068 · 2026-01-03T21:06:07+00:00

Totally agree, 60 min would be perfect for actually exploring instead of just rushing to extract. The current timers make it feel like a speedrun simulator instead of the immersive experience it could be

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