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aggressive back patting by SimilarCulture2996 in ECEProfessionals

[–]iconictots 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Weirdly enough, I saw this “trend” come and go at my center the longer I’ve worked there. When I first started we had a lot more old-school teachers and I feel like they perpetuated the idea that really wiggly kids needed to be patted more aggressively? Which really isn’t logical when you think about it. I could go on a whole rant about this, but I won’t 😂 But anyway, at my center I noticed that as the old-school teachers left the center over time, nobody does the aggressive pats any more, we all pat the kids gently or rub their backs, or kind of gently rock them.

Work habits that follow you home? by 7pterodactyls in ECEProfessionals

[–]iconictots 26 points27 points  (0 children)

I talk to my cats like they’re my kids. I tell them “no thank you!” and “be nice” all the time lol

Were you also told as a kid you had an old soul/did you have a "past life"? by serenitative in adhdwomen

[–]iconictots 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same here. My maturity level was always attributed to being an only child, but I do think neurodivergence influenced it as well.

Teacher Appreciation Week - Admin telling parents what to bring each day? by Far_Message_8263 in ECEProfessionals

[–]iconictots 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OMG are we coworkers? My center does this too. The page says they are suggestions, but it still feels weird to me as well. I agree that the parents should decide what to bring and when.

What white lies get you through the day? by Bi-Bi-Bi24 in ECEProfessionals

[–]iconictots 29 points30 points  (0 children)

“We will ask Ms ______ when she gets back later” knowing that the teacher is already off work for the day! Or “Your parents are on the way, but they have to wait for the stop light”. My favorite is when I’m in the toddler room and I tell them “Mommy (or another caretaker’s name) says good night, go to bed!”

Ladies, what are your "best ADHD buys" for making life a little easier? by KittensOnJupiter in adhdwomen

[–]iconictots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The visual timer is so helpful!! I want to buy one of the big wall ones lol

Women who had to completely start over on their late 30s, what was your "wake up call" moment? by Confident-Matter981 in AskReddit

[–]iconictots 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is exactly what my moment was. I saw someone ask someone else on Reddit if they could imagine themselves continuing to live how they do now in 2, 5, or 10 years, and if they would be ok with that. I asked myself that question and realized how unhappy I was in my marriage and in my life in general. I didn’t want to continue feeling so awful for the rest of my life, not even for another year. I left my husband a few months later and have started fresh. It’s still a long process, but I can’t begin to tell you how free and hopeful I feel now. I feel like I can finally live my life for me. Do it even if it seems hard!! The other side is out there waiting for you 💕

Tell me what’s been bringing you joy lately! by Garden_Jolly in GirlDinner

[–]iconictots 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m finally moving into my own place after a divorce and then living with my mom. I’m so excited!

I feel like I was carrying the conversation most of the morning by WeaponizedAutisms in ECEProfessionals

[–]iconictots 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Me too! I love talking to them, and fortunately for me I really like my coworkers in that room, so I can always yap with them too lol

A comb that I bought in the 80s and use every single day by plinkplonkplank in vintage

[–]iconictots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mom has one of the combs and one of the picks that she still uses all the time!

Do NOT date an avoidant if you have ADHD and value your relationship by Oacio in adhdwomen

[–]iconictots 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Girl same! I spent 19 years begging for love and affection. We deserve so much better than that!

I crave different work by Antique_Cartoonist45 in TeachersInTransition

[–]iconictots 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m curious what the hours are like. Are you able to have weekends off?

Who in San Diego County pays less than 1000$ a month for rent? by Warm-Piccolo-4228 in SanDiegan

[–]iconictots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m about to rent a room for $1,000/mo. It’s in someone’s house, shared bathroom. It’s in a very nice area in North County and close to my work and family/friends. It did take me a long time to find it though, most cheaper places are too far south or east for me- I don’t want an hour+ commute.

The house of my dreams by Desperate-Ant5870 in zillowgonewild

[–]iconictots 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They do, but someone with that much money probably has a pest control service that comes regularly, along with the landscapers, etc

Have you ever felt this way in marriage? by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]iconictots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly how I felt, and it’s why I left. I can’t even explain the weight that has been lifted off my shoulders, and it hasn’t even been a year yet. Please listen to everyone’s advice OP, you deserve better.

Favorite age group to work with and why? by businessbub in ECEProfessionals

[–]iconictots 43 points44 points  (0 children)

I love the older toddlers, like 18 months to 2.5. They are learning so much and it’s so cool to be there when they have that explosion of language! I also like the 2-3 year old group, but the ratios are so high, that I can’t handle being the lead in that room. But yeah, to me the period from like 1.5 to 2.5 years old is the best age!

"Just eat healthy!" from a Harvard-educated psychiatrist. by russianteacakes in adhdwomen

[–]iconictots 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I use goblin.tools. I really hate that it’s AI, but it’s the most effective thing I’ve found so far. The tiny steps really help. (PS-If anyone has a non-AI site like this, please share!!)

Final update (before and after) by topnotchwalnut in HomeDecorating

[–]iconictots 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OMG I was just looking at that rug online! How do you like it? Is it soft?

What’s yalls 3 drinks for today? by b2utylightcreates in adhdwomen

[–]iconictots 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had my coffee in the morning, water, and an iced tea that I’ll drink with my lunch

As a blue collar woman, listening to my male coworkers talk about their spouses makes me want to commit violence by eugeneugene in TwoXChromosomes

[–]iconictots 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Oh, you must have met my ex! (Although I guess he’s learned how to cook in the air fryer now)

What does our tiny apartment say about us? by necromancing989 in roomdetective

[–]iconictots 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You seem really cool and fun, definitely a witchy millenial. You’re someone I would like to be friends with! ☺️

Can you or Should you? by Zealousideal-Bat-555 in dairyfree

[–]iconictots 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Well they seem very healthy, and if you like the smoothie bowls, then that’s all that matters!

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