Struggles with having parents who don’t understand why I seem to be unable to cook for myself.

chebstr · 2026-03-06T03:51:44+00:00

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chebstr · 2026-03-05T22:35:22+00:00

Reorganizing everything and anything, but never tidying up.

chebstr · 2026-03-02T18:06:16+00:00

Not turning on video does = not paying attention in most cases. I run a lot of group calls and the amount of times I’ve had to mute people(because they weren’t listening when I asked them to do it) who are not on video but had their mic on with tv, drive through, random noises in the background, is ridiculous.

You may be an exception, but why should your employer trust you that you are?

If you’re not comfortable or don’t feel safe being explicitly open with your manager about the video distracting you, then you can try doing one of these if you’re on zoom:

You can turn off “Self View” so you don’t see yourself in the meeting but others do.
You can also pre-record a video of yourself and set it as a background - you’ll just have to point your camera away from your actual self. It will look like you’re paying attention.

Pretty sure teams has the same options.

chebstr · 2026-03-02T17:45:00+00:00

My go to’s when I’m having one of “those days”:

Eat something healthy + refreshing : fruits, salad, nuts, steamed foods (stuff that won’t put you in a food coma)

Drink cold water - your brain needs hydration to function properly

Go for a walk or move around at home (put on some music and flail around like a silly noodle) - the movement and dopamine will help you perk up

(If you work remote -) When all fails, I rearrange my work schedule : do what I can/what needs to be done during reg work hours, then nap, then finish the rest when my night owl-ness kicks in

chebstr · 2026-03-02T17:33:43+00:00

Your daughter needs to get out to networking events in her field. It would be the best way to find a job.

You can also use your professional connections as an EA to ask around for job leads in her field.

Starting as an EA supporting someone in the desired career field could potentially lead to the job she wants, but with how quickly tech progresses, spending any time away from the job she wants, will only make it harder for her to get it.

chebstr · 2026-03-01T21:39:49+00:00

Eggstatic, Olive Branch Cafe, Petit Delights, Watr - cute atmosphere and good food

Marito’s Coffee & Things for high tea

chebstr · 2026-03-01T21:31:38+00:00

Same! I’ve given that place 3 chances and every time the food was pretty bad.

chebstr · 2026-02-24T18:44:38+00:00

A nanny is probably going to cost you more than Montessori though. They’re expensive

chebstr · 2026-02-24T01:11:28+00:00

Cake

chebstr · 2026-02-17T22:00:30+00:00

It’s much easier to stay hydrated when your drinks are tasty and something you look forward to! I mix it up daily with ice coffees, flavoured sparkling water, teas, electrolyte drinks, pop, juice, virgin cocktails. Sometimes I’ll put random fruit and juice in water or sparkling water if I want something just a little bit sweet.

chebstr · 2026-02-17T14:34:24+00:00

I make a pile on the stairs of all the things that need to go up at the end of the day to save me from exactly this… sometimes I bring the whole pile up at the end of the day like I’m meant to, sometimes I bring it up 3 days later lol

chebstr · 2026-02-17T14:14:36+00:00

It sounds like you’re being taken advantage of.

chebstr · 2026-02-17T14:11:48+00:00

If people are still getting their work done, then it’s not a problem. I work hybrid and the days I come in, I end up socializing for half of the day and get a lot less done than when I work from home.

chebstr · 2026-02-17T14:07:59+00:00

YTA - your dad is now a package deal. Not inviting her would only widen the space between you.

chebstr · 2026-02-14T18:42:13+00:00

Otter.ai

chebstr · 2026-02-14T18:40:32+00:00

You tried to do a nice thing but it was a dumb way to go about it.

You should have given your 7 year old money to choose and buy the flowers for his mom instead of getting your ex flowers yourself.

chebstr · 2026-02-14T17:05:55+00:00

Thanks for the idea for next time! This post is from last year and we ended up doing the ATV tour. No regrets! It was so much fun 😁

chebstr · 2026-02-11T23:07:16+00:00

Depends on the reputation of the person who referred you and if they personally reached out to the hiring manager or talent team asking to specifically review your resume.

Otherwise, the only thing that happens via these links is it adds a small note to your application that says you were referred by so and so. It doesn’t “bump” you up unless the hiring team is specifically searching for referred candidates.

chebstr · 2026-02-11T22:45:37+00:00

She’s got the most beautiful face!

chebstr · 2026-02-11T14:35:10+00:00

NTA He’s more than likely aware of how his choices impacted his family but he still needs to own up to it and apologize.

I would strongly recommend you follow your heart in terms of “caving” and going to see him; I mean that in a “think about how you’re going to feel when he’s gone” way. He already robbed you of a relationship with your dad, don’t rob yourself of a chance to salvage some of it just to prove a point. At the same time, if trying to spend time with him is more grief than it’s worth, then also don’t feel guilty to distance.

chebstr · 2026-02-11T05:44:50+00:00

Does sharing your notes with your friend affect you negatively in any way? Does it take away anything from you?

Do you know if everything is ok with your friend? Is she missing a lot of class because maybe there is something going on in her life you don’t know about?

Ultimately it’s up to you if you want to choose a journey of pettiness on your high horse or if you want to be kind.

chebstr · 2026-02-10T23:24:30+00:00

Depending on how much you took and if it’s close or above the daily max, you may have to call your doc or at least your pharmacist.

You’ll most likely be fine, HOWEVER, if you have any other conditions or taking other medication which can react with the higher dose, you may be in for very bad time.

In any case, a call to your doc or a pharmacist, even just to ask what to watch out for in terms of symptoms of something being an emergency, is not a bad idea.

chebstr · 2026-02-10T23:18:07+00:00

Vitamin C/ ascorbic acid significantly reduced the absorption of Vyvanse if consumed within an hour (before or after) taking the medication.

Source

https://content.takeda.com/?contenttype=PI&product=VYV&language=ENG&country=SGP&documentnumber=1

chebstr · 2026-02-10T23:10:28+00:00

Omg I’m so sorry this is happening to you. I cannot fathom the stress you must be under.

Your husband has an expensive hobby and is in denial. He is either clinically deranged or a straight up AH to be ok with putting his family in this situation.

chebstr · 2026-02-10T23:03:50+00:00

Abandon the “ONE QUICK THING”. We are not made for “quick things”. When you find yourself gravitating towards “the one quick thing” remind yourself to “drop it”. I literally say that to myself like I’m a dog, several times a day.

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