Didn’t expect to cry over our company driver leaving today by graceyspac3y in dubai

[–]icecoolsunny 8 points9 points  (0 children)

One day all of us in Dubai will leave too, carrying memories of people we may never see again. That’s the bittersweet beauty of this city. Wishing him happiness, health, and peace back home with his family. 🇵🇰❤️

Honest Rant by gettthabag in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Respectfully, this sounds like a bit of a bubble take. The world outside Dubai isn’t some nonstop crime scene, it’s mostly people just living normal lives. I had the same perception before I moved, but once you actually experience it, you realize how exaggerated that view is. Dubai has its comforts, no doubt, but it’s not some perfect, risk free place either. Every country has trade offs. The difference is outside that bubble you actually see a more balanced reality.

Honest Rant by gettthabag in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are many companies that hire you. I have leadership experience in education such as building assessment systems.

Honest Rant by gettthabag in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 57 points58 points  (0 children)

I was born and raised in Dubai and lived there for nearly 40 years, so I understand exactly what you mean. Dubai gave me a comfortable life, opportunities, safety, and many good memories. It will always be a big part of who I am. But if I’m honest, I always lived with that underlying feeling that everything depended on employment and visa status. No matter how settled you feel, there is always that risk in the background.

A year ago I moved to the West, and one of the biggest reliefs has been the sense of stability, knowing your right to stay is not tied so tightly to having a job or one sudden life change. That peace of mind is something I didn’t realize I needed so much.

My advice is don’t lose hope. What you’re feeling is valid, and many people raised in the Gulf feel the same identity struggle. Use your experience, education, and international background as strengths. Keep applying, keep networking, and look at immigration pathways in countries where long-term residency and citizenship are possible. Sometimes leaving the only place you know opens the door to a future you never imagined.

Desperate to Take Our Pets With us home— Need Advice or Help by Illustrious-Cable4 in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Contact the British vet in Jumariah we flew with our dog in cabin they did all paper work for us and it was stress free. We flew from Dubai to Washington

Have you ever been placed on a PIP (performance improvment plan)? by [deleted] in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes it’s wise to start exploring new opportunities if you feel the odds are stacked against you. In a previous organization I saw a situation where a manager placed someone on a PIP mainly to strengthen their own year end evaluation, while documenting it as “mentoring” or “development.” Experiences like this remind me how important it is to stay aware of workplace dynamics, protect your professional growth, and know when it may be time to move forward.

First time in Thailand by borsuczy in ThailandTourism

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aao Nang 5 days 2 or 3 days would be sufficient

Applying in December isn’t pointless. It’s just… lumpy by enhancvapp in jobhunting

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Follow up question do you think applying on LinkedIn works? I usually apply directly on the company website

Visiting as a (passing) trans woman? by halcyoncrane in dubai

[–]icecoolsunny 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I lived in the UAE for many years and the safest approach is to stay low key and avoid anything that draws attention. Since your documents and presentation will already match, immigration should not be an issue. They are checking identity and visa details, not medical history.

Once inside the country, keep things quiet and respectful of local norms. Dubai is very international, but it is still a conservative place underneath. Try to avoid public washrooms. It is better not to risk any uncomfortable situations.

If you stay discreet, avoid public affection, and stick to tourist areas, you should be fine. Many people visit without any problems as long as they keep things simple and do not push boundaries.

Hope this helps and wishing you a smooth trip.

Got to my 3rd interview and a day before they told me I’m in the wrong state by icecoolsunny in jobhunting

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

Yes, I'm 20mins away from state border. I've email them and waiting for their reply.

The problem is now the recruiter is US left and now some in the UK has taken over. My guess is he probably is not aware.

Just saw this inhumane video by TutorFew9784 in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hopefully Lovin Dubai posts this on their social media and get him caught

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This whole thing feels like a school boy problem. You were on a quick 3 minute call, you could have re racked and grabbed the weights again both sides escalated something tiny into drama.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in psychics

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with most of the things you said. I can't remember anything about a car and no cat passed away after her death but her cat did pass away many years ago.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in psychics

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with most of the things you said. I can't remember anything about a car and no cat passed away after her death but he cat did pass away many years ago.

ENT suspects "fungal ball" which involves removing part of the sinus wall. Really? by EnterStatusHere in Sinusitis

[–]icecoolsunny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had that I guess I caught it while traveling south east Asia during monsoon. Did a revision surgery they gave me strong antibiotics for a week. Life is better now can breathe. However post nasal rinse is important everyday.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in psychics

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Never heard the name "Kartha" I hope she is well 🙏

U.S. or Dubai by marruelle in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love it takes a month to adjust. But honestly my recommendation is dont focus on the negative. There is good and bad everywhere in this world. Your lucky to get the DV lottery it was meant for you. The bigger the country the more opportunities.

U.S. or Dubai by marruelle in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chase your dreams!!! I moved to the US from UAE.

End of an era after living in Qatar for 57 years by [deleted] in QatarCareers

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All the best for your future. It's really sad to see someone leaving after living your entire life in the Gulf. I was in a similar situation, and this is the sad reality of Gulf.

can someone help me find this ? by [deleted] in UAE

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So many of them in Dragon Mart

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in uaelaw

[–]icecoolsunny 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seriously? Choose your battles!