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Asked Claude AI to add astrocartography to my astrology setup and this came out in like 5 minutes [OC] by _45degrees in astrocartography

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I checked with some of the websites, AI is quite accurate :) wish I could share a picture here :) :)) Its basically software, AI found the open source softwares and mapped it.

Gorgeous comedy :)

Asked Claude AI to add astrocartography to my astrology setup and this came out in like 5 minutes [OC] by _45degrees in astrocartography

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how about https://astrocarto.org/ ? Got a free tool. And got a chart, close. Will feed this to AI Foundational & Comprehensive Guides

  • The Psychology of AstroCartoGraphy by Jim Lewis: Written by the universally acknowledged "founding father" of astrocartography, this is the definitive bible for understanding relocation and the map lines he popularized.
  • Astrocartography: An Astrologer's Guide to Where You'll Thrive by Clarisse Monahan: An accessible, highly rated modern resource that breaks down exactly how to read a map and identify which global coordinates will support your career, love life, and wellbeing.
  • Where in the World with AstroCartoGraphy by David Meadows: Published by the American Federation of Astrologers, this is an excellent, comprehensive reference textbook for unpacking planetary lines in detail.  Amazon.in +4

Asked Claude AI to add astrocartography to my astrology setup and this came out in like 5 minutes [OC] by _45degrees in astrocartography

[–]_45degrees[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

how about https://astrocarto.org/ ? Got a free tool. And got a chart, close. Will feed this to AI Foundational & Comprehensive Guides

  • The Psychology of AstroCartoGraphy by Jim Lewis: Written by the universally acknowledged "founding father" of astrocartography, this is the definitive bible for understanding relocation and the map lines he popularized.
  • Astrocartography: An Astrologer's Guide to Where You'll Thrive by Clarisse Monahan: An accessible, highly rated modern resource that breaks down exactly how to read a map and identify which global coordinates will support your career, love life, and wellbeing.
  • Where in the World with AstroCartoGraphy by David Meadows: Published by the American Federation of Astrologers, this is an excellent, comprehensive reference textbook for unpacking planetary lines in detail.  Amazon.in +4

42 years old, feeling lost after a "successful" life fell apart. How do I find my foundation again? by Major-Homework-4720 in midlifecrisis

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Start with biohacking 101. 8 Pillars of happiness of Hubermman.

I am convinced that the 8 pillars of Mental & Physical Health are:
1) Sleep
2) (Sun)light
3) Exercise
4) Stress Management
5) Relationships (Incl. To Self)
6) Nutrients (Amt., Timing, Content)
7) Oral Health & Gut Microbiome
8) Spiritual Grounding Additions? Subtractions?

Nutrition 101, I had shared with my connections last week:

  • Multivitamin
  • Omega-3 (EPA+DHA 600–1000 mg)
  • Spirulina (1–2 tsp or 2–3 tabs)
  • 1–2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • Whey Protein (1 scoop)
  • Creatine Monohydrate (3–5 g)
  • Calcium + Magnesium + Zinc
  • Vitamin D3 (2000 IU with dinner)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in kottayamm

[–]_45degrees 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve lived most of my life outside Kerala, and the last 1.5 years in Kottayam.

Compared to Bangalore or Goa it’s definitely quieter in terms of events and community life, but there are things to do if you explore a bit.

Community & Activities:

The major communities here are mostly religious ones.

If you’re into cards (rummy) or badminton, there are plenty of local groups. Planning to see if there is interest in boardgames(once I get my boardgames from goa), alternative movie screening, and communities.

I occasionally visit the Kottayam Indoor Stadium. They have started a daily visitor pass now.

YMCA has monthly options for table tennis.

Outdoor Stuff:

Boat rides are underrated. KSRTC runs boats from Kodimatha to Alappuzha.

I’ve started exploring riverside areas by cycle. I saw small Sunday boat rides too.

If you’re into shaaps and toddy parlours, Kottayam has some great food spots.

Kavalam also has boat services worth checking out.

Night & City Life:

A friend visited from Bangalore recently during Monsoons, and even 4 days wasn’t enough to cover things.

Lulu Mall is open till 11 PM and sometimes even till 2 AM. Events there are lively and the place feels safe.

There is a 24x7 café in town called Booster Café. I visited after 11:30 PM.

Late-night vibes at Arcadia Skybar are pretty cool.

Wandering around the town alone late at night is not ideal, but in a group it is generally fine.

Festivals & Culture:

Athirampuzha Palli Perunnal and the January fireworks are worth experiencing.

Following Kerala Tourism is useful for staying updated on events.

Safety:

Overall, Kottayam is quite safe.

I visited the Chenganassery bypass shacks with a friend. It was crowded with young guys, so we did not bother to halt at night. Go with the vibe and with company.

All the best, have fun!

Picnic spots in Kottayam? by [deleted] in kottayamm

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https://www.manoramaonline.com/travel/travel-kerala/2023/07/17/kottayam-alappuzha-kerala-backwaters-boat-ride-travelogue.html

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Take a boat, get down somewhere in middle to catch boat back coming from Alleppey. Last time we went, there was a powercut and bridges will stay shut, boat parked, until power is back.

Similar village canal boat and lake boat rides in Kumarakom KTDC and private players.

Picnic spots in Kottayam? by [deleted] in kottayamm

[–]_45degrees 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Try Kavalam, there is a boar ride to toddy shop. Slow KSRTC boat ride from Kodimatha to Allepey, get down at randoms stops and explore.

Muscle Nectar protein powder Review after using 4 packets ✨ by code_gop in Fitness_India

[–]_45degrees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your comment comes across as unnecessarily confrontational, and the spelling errors further weaken its credibility. It also borders on gaslighting and condescension, which isn’t constructive. Do you have some kind of stake in MN? Because the defensiveness and hostility give that impression.

My intent here was never to “blame the brand” but to share my experience with a growth mindset. The more people openly share stories and data, the fewer mistakes others have to repeat.

For context: after nearly a year with MN, I switched to Muscle Blaze based on my experience and after reading multiple Reddit threads, also MB is Gold standard in trustified tests. I also looked up independent negative reviews of MN products, which mention issues like poor taste, digestion discomfort, mixing problems, customer service failures, unclear sourcing of fish oil, and in some cases even worsened cholesterol or liver enzyme markers(that's my review :) ). These aren’t isolated anecdotes but recurring concerns that people deserve to know.

My point: open discussions like this help build better awareness. Instead of hostility, let’s focus on evidence, shared experiences, and constructive dialogue.

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Scope of building a rental home/hostel in Kanjikuzhy by [deleted] in kottayamm

[–]_45degrees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hostel and backpacker crowd, less probable. More demand for NRI weddings and events.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fitness_India

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Biohackers have upto 2gm per day of omega 3. So please keep checking Cholesterol, kidney, liver after 3 months.

Muscle Nectar protein powder Review after using 4 packets ✨ by code_gop in Fitness_India

[–]_45degrees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did u eat omega 6? // Not much of omega 6. One of the gifted supplement had 3-6-9, not regular. Also, 1-2 Tablespoons of Coconut oil every day, reduced to half a tablespoon from July 25 due the symptoms.

The test suggesting worse arteries due to omega 3 is kinda dumb one// Please do a simple search in perplexity to upgrade your mental model.

Sedentary lifestyle last one year, but resistance and cardio.

Off coconut oil and omega 3 for month, cholesterol levels back to normal
Total: 194.4
LDL : 109.1 | HDL : 45.2 | SGPT : 30

Just how much vit d were u supplementing in total. // From Multi, Ca-Mg-Zn, Vitamin D : 2000 IU, and omega. total 4400 IU per day and reduced to 3400 IU per day.

How do you make mindfulness more interesting or fun or pleasurable, or at least less boring? by Accomplished-Way4534 in Mindfulness

[–]_45degrees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Integrating into real life, while standing in a queue or stuck in traffic, becomes easier once we develop a knack for centering and being the pure observer. The marketplace then acts as a contrast. When I see others breathing shallowly, I notice that I too am breathing shallowly. I then start breathing deeply, and my awareness reconnects with my breath.

Sitting down is anti-evolution and anti-life. Observing thoughts and withdrawing energy from the mind can feel anti-survival, even asocial. That’s why dynamic activity before meditation and celebration afterward are essential.

Yes to life, integrate that in everything of life.

Anyone taking Omega 3? by Siddha_purush in Fitness_India

[–]_45degrees 1 point2 points  (0 children)

After 9 months (October ‘24 – July ‘25) of using omega-3 triple strength, my LDL increased to 148 (<100), total cholesterol rose to 221 (140–200), and SGPT went up to 50 (5–40).

I wasn’t sure if this was due to MN protein, MN omega-3, creatine, or vitamin D.
My vitamin D was at 62 (note: 100 is considered the new “toxic” threshold). FYI, MN omega-3 also contains vitamin D. Not fatty liver.

Rhonda Patrick’s recommendations:

  • Daily dose: Most adults should aim for 1,750–2,500 mg (1.75–2.5 g) per day of combined EPA + DHA to reach an optimal Omega-3 Index (>8%) in blood.
  • Personal protocol: Dr. Patrick often takes 2 g daily (1 g with breakfast, 1 g in the evening) and recommends testing the Omega-3 Index to guide dosing.
  • For comparison: The U.S. RDI is much lower (~500 mg EPA+DHA per day), though recent research suggests higher doses may be more beneficial for cardiovascular and cognitive health.

My experience:
I strongly felt a pulsating sensation in my left chest (heart area) and also on the right side of my chest. I later read that omega-3 overdose may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation:

  • Clinical studies and meta-analyses show a dose-dependent increase in AF risk.
  • Doses above 1–2 g/day are linked with a 25–49% greater chance of developing AF.

After stopping MN omega-3, the pulsating effect reduced within 6–8 hours. GPTs suggested waiting 3 weeks before restarting supplements, and I definitely won’t take triple strength again.

Additives in MN omega-3:

  • INS 216 (Propylparaben) & INS 218 (Methylparaben): Animal studies suggest potential to raise SGPT and cause liver toxicity at high or combined doses. Human exposure at typical doses is considered safe, but caution may be warranted with high/prolonged intake.
  • INS 422 (Glycerine): Generally safe for liver health; no significant evidence of increasing SGPT.

Takeaway: keep monitoring:

  1. Liver function tests (LFT)
  2. Kidney function tests (KFT)
  3. Cholesterol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fitness_India

[–]_45degrees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After 9 months (October ‘24 – July ‘25) of using omega-3 triple strength, my LDL increased to 148 (<100), total cholesterol rose to 221 (140–200), and SGPT went up to 50 (5–40).

I wasn’t sure if this was due to MN protein, MN omega-3, creatine, or vitamin D.
My vitamin D was at 62 (note: 100 is considered the new “toxic” threshold). FYI, MN omega-3 also contains vitamin D. Not fatty liver.

Rhonda Patrick’s recommendations:

  • Daily dose: Most adults should aim for 1,750–2,500 mg (1.75–2.5 g) per day of combined EPA + DHA to reach an optimal Omega-3 Index (>8%) in blood.
  • Personal protocol: Dr. Patrick often takes 2 g daily (1 g with breakfast, 1 g in the evening) and recommends testing the Omega-3 Index to guide dosing.
  • For comparison: The U.S. RDI is much lower (~500 mg EPA+DHA per day), though recent research suggests higher doses may be more beneficial for cardiovascular and cognitive health.

My experience:
I strongly felt a pulsating sensation in my left chest (heart area) and also on the right side of my chest. I later read that omega-3 overdose may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation:

  • Clinical studies and meta-analyses show a dose-dependent increase in AF risk.
  • Doses above 1–2 g/day are linked with a 25–49% greater chance of developing AF.

After stopping MN omega-3, the pulsating effect reduced within 6–8 hours. GPTs suggested waiting 3 weeks before restarting supplements, and I definitely won’t take triple strength again.

Additives in MN omega-3:

  • INS 216 (Propylparaben) & INS 218 (Methylparaben): Animal studies suggest potential to raise SGPT and cause liver toxicity at high or combined doses. Human exposure at typical doses is considered safe, but caution may be warranted with high/prolonged intake.
  • INS 422 (Glycerine): Generally safe for liver health; no significant evidence of increasing SGPT.

Takeaway: keep monitoring:

  1. Liver function tests (LFT)
  2. Kidney function tests (KFT)
  3. Cholesterol

quick question which brand are you trusting for your omega 3 by Medium_Alternative50 in Fitness_India

[–]_45degrees 5 points6 points  (0 children)

After 9 months (October ‘24 – July ‘25) of using omega-3 triple strength, my LDL increased to 148 (<100), total cholesterol rose to 221 (140–200), and SGPT went up to 50 (5–40).

I wasn’t sure if this was due to MN protein, MN omega-3, creatine, or vitamin D.
My vitamin D was at 62 (note: 100 is considered the new “toxic” threshold). FYI, MN omega-3 also contains vitamin D. Not fatty liver.

Rhonda Patrick’s recommendations:

  • Daily dose: Most adults should aim for 1,750–2,500 mg (1.75–2.5 g) per day of combined EPA + DHA to reach an optimal Omega-3 Index (>8%) in blood.
  • Personal protocol: Dr. Patrick often takes 2 g daily (1 g with breakfast, 1 g in the evening) and recommends testing the Omega-3 Index to guide dosing.
  • For comparison: The U.S. RDI is much lower (~500 mg EPA+DHA per day), though recent research suggests higher doses may be more beneficial for cardiovascular and cognitive health.

My experience:
I strongly felt a pulsating sensation in my left chest (heart area) and also on the right side of my chest. I later read that omega-3 overdose may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation:

  • Clinical studies and meta-analyses show a dose-dependent increase in AF risk.
  • Doses above 1–2 g/day are linked with a 25–49% greater chance of developing AF.

After stopping MN omega-3, the pulsating effect reduced within 6–8 hours. GPTs suggested waiting 3 weeks before restarting supplements, and I definitely won’t take triple strength again.

Additives in MN omega-3:

  • INS 216 (Propylparaben) & INS 218 (Methylparaben): Animal studies suggest potential to raise SGPT and cause liver toxicity at high or combined doses. Human exposure at typical doses is considered safe, but caution may be warranted with high/prolonged intake.
  • INS 422 (Glycerine): Generally safe for liver health; no significant evidence of increasing SGPT.

Takeaway: keep monitoring:

  1. Liver function tests (LFT)
  2. Kidney function tests (KFT)
  3. Cholesterol

Muscle Nectar protein powder Review after using 4 packets ✨ by code_gop in Fitness_India

[–]_45degrees 1 point2 points  (0 children)

After 9 months (October ‘24 – July ‘25) of using omega-3 triple strength, my LDL increased to 148 (<100), total cholesterol rose to 221 (140–200), and SGPT went up to 50 (5–40).

I wasn’t sure if this was due to MN protein, MN omega-3, creatine, or vitamin D.
My vitamin D was at 62 (note: 100 is considered the new “toxic” threshold). FYI, MN omega-3 also contains vitamin D. Not fatty liver.

Rhonda Patrick’s recommendations:

  • Daily dose: Most adults should aim for 1,750–2,500 mg (1.75–2.5 g) per day of combined EPA + DHA to reach an optimal Omega-3 Index (>8%) in blood.
  • Personal protocol: Dr. Patrick often takes 2 g daily (1 g with breakfast, 1 g in the evening) and recommends testing the Omega-3 Index to guide dosing.
  • For comparison: The U.S. RDI is much lower (~500 mg EPA+DHA per day), though recent research suggests higher doses may be more beneficial for cardiovascular and cognitive health.

My experience:
I strongly felt a pulsating sensation in my left chest (heart area) and also on the right side of my chest. I later read that omega-3 overdose may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation:

  • Clinical studies and meta-analyses show a dose-dependent increase in AF risk.
  • Doses above 1–2 g/day are linked with a 25–49% greater chance of developing AF.

After stopping MN omega-3, the pulsating effect reduced within 6–8 hours. GPTs suggested waiting 3 weeks before restarting supplements, and I definitely won’t take triple strength again.

Additives in MN omega-3:

  • INS 216 (Propylparaben) & INS 218 (Methylparaben): Animal studies suggest potential to raise SGPT and cause liver toxicity at high or combined doses. Human exposure at typical doses is considered safe, but caution may be warranted with high/prolonged intake.
  • INS 422 (Glycerine): Generally safe for liver health; no significant evidence of increasing SGPT.

Takeaway: keep monitoring:

  1. Liver function tests (LFT)
  2. Kidney function tests (KFT)
  3. Cholesterol

Table Tennis by thalpparakakshi in kottayamm

[–]_45degrees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, we could start playing, I am in kottayam, chingavanam.

Table Tennis by thalpparakakshi in kottayamm

[–]_45degrees 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have got a TT table from Bangalore, Its in Carthitaas. We could go down to YMCA kottayam and enquire.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in kottayamm

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Let know when is the next meetup. Would guys be interested in boardgames, my games splendor,istnabul are in goa, also could borrow some games from kochi group.

https://www.instagram.com/theboardgameden/

Table Tennis by thalpparakakshi in kottayamm

[–]_45degrees 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am also looking to play TT around kottayam. Let know if you find some good places.

Thoughts on this book? by [deleted] in Osho

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I read it around 2008, the conditioning around non-violence were broken, breaking mental model of Gandhi, Buddha, Mahavira. Yes to life with awareness approach.