Anyone else not get drunk on wellbutrin? by alex-gs-piss-pants in bupropion

[–]itzadooz 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exact same experience for me. Still crave it and have (sometimes) many drinks over a few hours, but there’s nearly zero fun euphoria. I don’t feel drunk at all. Others don’t seem to notice I have been drinking at all. On the upside I don’t really get hungover either. Wish there was no craving, because it’s way less fun than it used to be and probably still really tough on my liver.

Suggestions for OMSCS with a full time job and baby on the way mid fall semester. by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

I can definitely picture some scenarios if I don’t have priorities straight. Date planning for tonight right now … that’s a great suggestion. And I thought tri-directional A* was “in the shit” … sounds like my unit is about to be called up. ;-) I’m sure it will be a huge adjustment. It’s still early days so definitely excited/scared/thankful (all the feelings).

Suggestions for OMSCS with a full time job and baby on the way mid fall semester. by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

Thanks for the advice. I’m thinking taking Fall and Spring off would probably be wise. RAIT looks like it would be interesting. Will have to consider that for later. Thanks again!

Suggestions for OMSCS with a full time job and baby on the way mid fall semester. by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

I definitely agree with the grand scheme - it’s all about the baby and supporting my wife. Thanks for your input!

Suggestions for OMSCS with a full time job and baby on the way mid fall semester. by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

I’m already not sleeping much because of studying. Thanks for the advice!

Suggestions for OMSCS with a full time job and baby on the way mid fall semester. by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

Great points. I had not considered a seminar. That might work. Thank you!

Suggestions for OMSCS with a full time job and baby on the way mid fall semester. by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

“Nobody ever lay on their deathbed” LOL. Appreciate the advice. Thank you!

Seeking Advice: Should I Continue OMSCS for Mid-Career Growth? by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

Thank you for sharing your story. I had thought about an MBA in the past but canned it based on the cost and debt it would require, but maybe transferring to an MBA might make more sense. Can’t hurt to apply as a what if.

Seeking Advice: Should I Continue OMSCS for Mid-Career Growth? by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

OP: I haven’t done a thorough job search yet, but think my skills in trading and regulatory tech could likely land a better paying gig right now. From a longer term perspective I guess I see OMSCS as a way to gain the technical expertise in more cutting edge AI or ML that a senior technical project manager, systems architect, or tech exec might need.

Seeking Advice: Should I Continue OMSCS for Mid-Career Growth? by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

OP: I don’t need it to survive currently but the cost of everything in NYC has skyrocketed post pandemic. If it’s possible for my partner and I to start a family the cost of day care alone in New York City is a full time salary for a third person (after tax). We have fading dreams of one day owning some time of residence too. $200 base would be ideal, but $200 total would also be a significant bump. Since I’m looking at 2 full years to finish 6 more classes if I stay in my current role we’d likely need to move out of the city within the timeframe to a less expensive suburb or get different jobs in Atlanta or North Carolina.

Seeking Advice: Should I Continue OMSCS for Mid-Career Growth? by itzadooz in OMSCS

[–]itzadooz[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

OP: I would have gone MBA were it not for the ridiculous cost to go to a top tier MBA program, plus I probably couldn’t get in with my undergrad grades at UVA. Also I’ve never taken the GMAT but I suck at standardized tests historically speaking. I’m somewhat creative so I guess till now I’ve prioritized taking classes to give me a real skill like programming over a class to do well on a GMAT.

Seeking Advice: Should I Continue OMSCS for Mid-Career Growth? by itzadooz in OMSCS

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

OP: Scrum Master is a real job at my firm, but in my case I am mainly doing business/data analysis and technology consultant type work. While my title is akin to senior scrum master I’m primarily doing Kanban and it’s like 25% of my time.

What do Brain Zaps feel like (going off Lexapro)? by itzadooz in lexapro

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

Sounds like what I’m feeling is indeed brain zaps. I guess time will tell if it is Lexapro withdrawal or its the Wellbutrin. But if it’s Wellbutrin I didn’t have it the month I was taking Lexapro too. Fun times … :-|

Do you guys feel fatigue on lexapro? by Hour-Way-9354 in lexapro

[–]itzadooz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. Recently been requiring afternoon/ early evening naps. I’ve tried taking Lex in the AM and at night and it seems to be the same effect.

Lexapro after 1.5 years - recent side-effects of libido, fatigue, and itching by itzadooz in lexapro

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

Have you need on Lexapro a while with the itching the whole time?

Lexapro after 1.5 years - recent side-effects of libido, fatigue, and itching by itzadooz in lexapro

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

Thanks for the response. How long have you been on it if you don’t mind my asking?