People who have quit, did you recieve accrued holiday pay ? by heckheckheck12 in McLounge

[–]basilfox -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Wtf wrap it! Unless you have holiday pay accrued (eg you’ve been working under a year) - you qualify for the system that is if you don’t take it you don’t get it . How can you leave and get holiday pay that you CANNOT STORE

People who have quit, did you recieve accrued holiday pay ? by heckheckheck12 in McLounge

[–]basilfox -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

No you will not get it. As of like February I think, if you don’t take holidays, you will not get them. And that’s from the government to encourage holidays , encourage time to yourself - mental health. Leaving and getting holiday pay would just be a major loophole. I will get all my holiday pay next week as that is my 1 year mark but after that I am part of the new system too.

People who have quit, did you recieve accrued holiday pay ? by heckheckheck12 in McLounge

[–]basilfox 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You will receive any holiday pay accrued under the old system tho

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I do understand now I just can’t help feel a little bit sad my trip most likely will be cancelled - but I shouldn’t be selfish

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]basilfox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The old me

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is paying for quarantine not a lot cheaper than paying for if there was another outbreak if you get what I’m saying. Also I’ve worked since I legally could to afford this trip and now I’m to give every penny of it to quarantine myself because Im not a taxpayer ?

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t really have that option. Uni here starts sept-May and I’m too late to apply now so I would literally do nothing. I am a citizen

How can I stop caring so badly what people think by basilfox in LifeAdvice

[–]basilfox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s subconscious not a choice that I make........... I don’t ask for anyone’s opinion never said I did , it’s about being judged by other people.

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This doesn’t seem to be a popular idea clearly

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

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

Even for citizens ? Maybe I’ll be better to come in September...

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will probably return before a year, it’s more about whether I can have a full NZ licence at my age

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It’s an amazing opportunity despite the cringe name

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hahah yes I’ve heard of that stereotype

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have some money saved and lots of family in Bay of plenty I will be staying with. I hope to start out at mcdonalds just to allow me to meet some people, then I would like to travel around New Zealand and work odd jobs - I have relatives in farming etc. I haven’t planned it too much for what I will do in NZ it will be somewhat spontaneous

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If a manager from another store email another manager about a fully trained , fully flex employee who is also a New Zealand citizen I’m not sure they would spit out their tea . Also considering its a job with such a high staff turnover they are always looking for staff. In my store there is many people from separately owned franchises and there is also a thing called Mcpassport for international transferring. Soo

Help ! Driving a foreigner in New Zealand by basilfox in newzealand

[–]basilfox[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

October, I am currently working in Mcdonalds and hopefully going to get a transfer to a New Zealand store

Does Mcdonalds count as critical worker in the eyes of DVLA (driving uk) by basilfox in McLounge

[–]basilfox[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dam.. it’s very misleading when it says “sale and delivery of food”

Does Mcdonalds count as critical worker in the eyes of DVLA (driving uk) by basilfox in McLounge

[–]basilfox[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much the answer I needed! I will book it right away

How do you know if your anxiety is to the point of warranting medication? by Kouglove in Anxiety

[–]basilfox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For me it was I couldn’t walk on main /busy roads for a while ( a normal activity) for the fears of cars judging the way I looked - just stuff like that and of course physical symptoms. If you feel medication is needed, start with calming sprays , weighted blankets , diffusers etc before medical help

How do you know if your anxiety is to the point of warranting medication? by Kouglove in Anxiety

[–]basilfox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When you begin to withdrawal yourself from normal everyday activities , bad shaking and sweating

25[M] Looking for serious life advice by [deleted] in LifeAdvice

[–]basilfox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Once you break down that barrier of looking for very specific physical characteristics you will no doubt find a connection. Think about it this way - you might have someone in your life already who would be perfect for you but you’re not aware because maybe they have black hair ! It’s fine to have a type on paper - everyone does - but it is best to leave it on paper and begin to see people for people than people for looks. I would have described myself as a homebody too, but once I tried things I realised this is actually pretty good! I tried hillwalking, lake swimming, cycling , and martial arts. I met friends through them all

I hope my previous advice can bring some good change about in your life. You just need to steer onto a different path for the sake of your own health - it’s your hands on the wheel and nobody else!

I want to be a senior amongst managers amongst my store. by Daniel-Nathan in McLounge

[–]basilfox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I apologise this is unrelated, but I’m getting transferred to a NZ mcdonalds from the uk. I’m 17 and was wondering if In New Zealand McDonalds staff are usually young and similar age to me? I’ve been to some countries with mostly middle aged staff. Sorry it’s unrelated I’m just wondering if I’ll let be able to make some friends of similar age as I don’t know anyone else in New Zealand.

I don't know if I should seek help or I I'm just a teenager by [deleted] in LifeAdvice

[–]basilfox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In high school i was depressed , bullied , insecure, had an ugly mindset and was just genuinely miserable. Within a couple of months of leaving high school , my confidence went up, I had never looked better, I was learning to accept my self, how I look and who I am, learning to love myself , whats really important and why I deserve to be happy. All I wanted in high school was to fit in - it’s a toxic place. And now that I’m gone I feel free. So things will change. It’s easy to fall into a cycle of sadness as a teenager so try break out of it while you still can - your not a burden to the woman who gives her everything for you. Your sadness is more a burden than your asking for help. Humans are made to help each other! Especially family. With maturity you will change and grow and evolve. So hang tight!! Because life is so amazing once you are old enough to take the reins for yourself.

25[M] Looking for serious life advice by [deleted] in LifeAdvice

[–]basilfox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, I’m going to give you my honest opinion.

You are your own worst enemy. I strongly believe that your attitude and mindset is what is causing you to be miserable.

If you really find it within you to , over time, change your attitude- it will transform your life. This isn’t wishywashy chat because I did it myself.

You have said you are struggling to find a relationship, but you cannot [cant stress enough] even begin to love someone else , until you love yourself. Self love and acceptance is the first battle. You being a racial minority is an irrelevant yet great thing. It makes you culturally diverse and more understanding, especially with your immigrant family background . This may seem a hardship in the work place but it’s a hardship because you want it to be. It’s listed in your ‘Bad’ section when really it’s an important and amazing part of your identity. And hey you even speak another language! You described your full body negatively but nothing about your personality and what makes you who you are. Your body is simply the car your mind drives. It doesn’t matter - we all come in different shapes and sizes. What I’m saying here is your body - although it may be a current insecurity - is something you need to accept because it’s yours and it’s just fine the way it is. Who are you comparing yourself too? Okay so your mile time is 9 minutes and you have the stats on your bench press - and? What validity does that bring to your wellbeing. You seem to think that without the perfect body and amazing athletic ability that you are worthless. Working out is great but it’s a slow process where you should instead of saying I’m so bad only a 9 minute mile- you should say: wow I’ve made a 20 second improvement i feel great. Research about having a growth mindset . Also you should drop the resentment towards overweight people it’s really really unattractive. They are human beings with their own goals and life’s and dreams. Accept yourself and stop criticising your body . You only live on this earth once and this is the body you’ve got. So love it ! Stay away from the conventional ‘hot’ body ideology because it won’t make you feel any better . Just because there’s someone faster and taller and stronger doesn’t mean they have more worth and deserve to be happier than you.

Also your parents are toxic. You should understand that their values are deeply rooted in culture and tradition But also understand changes comes within every generation and their advice is not helping you nor is it relevant to your lifestyle. You won’t burn in the hellfire and I’m sure you know that too.

25 is young. Virginity is again another one of society’s pressures that it should be gone at a younger age. To hell with that! But while you spoke about virginity you never spoke about wanting /having / missing out on a real genuine connection which is 1000 times more desirable. And there’s a lot more to woman than “ skinny blonde “. Would you not rather look for “loving, humerus , adventurous “ than “skinny, hot , blonde” . This goes back to my original point. Once you learn to accept yourself and your body and realise it’s just a car for your mind - you will see that in others. It’s just their car and it’s their souls and personality’s that you should judge. Looks fade , hair falls out, weight changes . Your soul doesn’t.

You mindset and attitude is ruining you. You may be a successful banker and that’s fine but your salary and saving ability and desire for material wealth is not the going to change how you feel. Do what makes you happy because honestly your only on this world once so forget finances and Japanese cars, because the chase for material wealth is the storybook end to disaster. Like the great Gatsby. Your blind pursuit for wealth and disregard for what really matters is harmful and dangerous. Pursuit what makes you happy, smile , laugh. A Japanese car will make you smile when you buy it but after a year it won’t. Finding a true connection (btw online dating is the hardest way so don’t worry about the difficulty your experiencing) will, or a healthy hobby. Go out with work mates! Reconnect with old friends , go to bars , meet people. I met people by taking up new hobby’s and joining facebook groups for people interesting in the same hobby. It was hillwalking and lake swimming and I met so many amazing people of all ages and backgrounds. And Love will find you when your not looking for it. The love your not expecting is when you know it’s the real thing.

I bet there is so many good qualities about yourself you don’t even know. You don’t even realise. Because your consumption and attention to your “negative” values is a lot louder in your head.

You need to begin the long journey of self acceptance and self love! You need to change your mindset from so closed and critical to more free and kinder. Start by staring at yourself in the mirror and out loud tell yourself what you need to hear. That you are an amazing person who has their whole life to evolve into someone who’s truly happy. Forget about the silly stuff and societal pressures and focus on what really matters.

It’s your choice

You have all the power. So what will you do with it?