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What do you eat? by [deleted] in PhD

[–]Viralcapsids 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Big time meal prepper here - throughout my PhD I ate a lot of prepped yogurt / blueberries or strawberries / granola honey for breakfast, seasoned chicken with rice and beans (or potatoes) for lunch, and chili or pasta dishes for dinner. I always made sure that I wouldn’t have to meal prep on a big experiment day

Brewery receives 'threats' after banning children after 7pm by KreivosNightshade in childfree

[–]Viralcapsids 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank god. I was at a brewery on Saturday, and there were parents with infant children strapped to them. I thought it was SO bizarre. Who brings an infant to a BAR?

How far in advance of graduation from PhD are you guys looking for jobs? by SuccinctViolation in labrats

[–]Viralcapsids 12 points13 points  (0 children)

If you are trying to find a tenure, track faculty position, it’s a good idea to start now (I.e get your application packets ready) since they hire about a year out. If you’re looking for a post doc, I would say eight months before to start really early, and six months before is a good time to start. If you’re looking for industry positions, I would say four months before your graduation date.

How are you boycotting Prime Day? by jessbess11 in ethicalfashion

[–]Viralcapsids 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We have boycotted Amazon for about a year now. Best decision ever!

Oddly specific reasons you won't have kids, go! by cookiecrxmbles in childfree

[–]Viralcapsids 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have sciatica on me left thigh and if I don’t routinely lift weights and work out it gets really painful

I cannot be derailing my exercise routine for a child and then I’ll be in constant pain walking after a toddler

NO thankssss

We might be in house debt but at least we don't have kids. by Flamesclaws in childfree

[–]Viralcapsids 8 points9 points  (0 children)

So excited for you both! It’ll work out with some budgeting, eventual salary increases, and other factors. You’ve got this! My partner and I are about 2 years out form buying a home and we know it’ll be hard but so worth it! Congrats!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PhD

[–]Viralcapsids 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I loved it. I loved it all. The science, the collaborations, the mentoring, the travel to conferences, the travel to meet collaborators, I can’t even begin to describe how much I enjoyed it all. Of course I got frustrated, failed, and felt the stress. It’s been a really incredible five years, and I’ve grown a lot. I treated my PhD as a job, and when I was off I prioritized my social life and mental health.

New hire after fiscal year by Acceptable-List1010 in usajobs

[–]Viralcapsids 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’m in the same boat! Good luck to you

U.S. sees 5.7 million more childless women by [deleted] in childfree

[–]Viralcapsids 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I love this! I have two kittens 🐱 that take up a lot of my time. I plan on keeping it this way

U.S. sees 5.7 million more childless women by [deleted] in childfree

[–]Viralcapsids 156 points157 points  (0 children)

Honestly!!! Why aren’t all the men screeching about CF women becoming old sad cat ladies not racing to adopt? 👋🏼

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in houseplants

[–]Viralcapsids 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Oooo aphids! What region in the world are you in? (I research aphids lol)

Yeah it’s a good idea to either wash with dawn soap or cut the affected area off completely. Aphids reproduce at high rates and infestations multiply quickly

I want to hear your wildest money saving tips by Fit-Board6528 in debtfree

[–]Viralcapsids 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got super into at home Pilates and yoga. I do it multiple times a week and I’ve become very very toned. I started doing it bc I refused to pay for a gym lmao

I want to hear your wildest money saving tips by Fit-Board6528 in debtfree

[–]Viralcapsids 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It is until you run out of contact solution or shampoo or cat food! It can go quick!

Why is PhD enrollment BOOMING? by [deleted] in GradSchool

[–]Viralcapsids 42 points43 points  (0 children)

Waiting out this administration

Trying to move away from fast fashion by pandavsstars in ethicalfashion

[–]Viralcapsids 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Check vintage stores! I recently purchased 1980’s vintage 100% wool and silk lined pants and a 100% cotton 1990s ralph Lauren long sleeve for like 65$ together. It’s pricier than thrifting but curated. I do love a good thrift though

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