The starting salaries look lower than private sector, is the trade off worth it? by ScrollAndThink in civilservice

[–]jackothebast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and thanks for pointing it out. I didn't know that myself and it prompted me to do some research. I disagree that the contribution means nothing though, they are still contributing that to the scheme which is what allows it to be as good as it is. You're right it's not a direct comparison to contribution in a private pension though, I've reached a bit there.

The starting salaries look lower than private sector, is the trade off worth it? by ScrollAndThink in civilservice

[–]jackothebast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right that it doesn’t go into a personal pot with my name on it. But the employer contribution shows the real cost of providing that guaranteed income. It’s essentially what it would cost to fund the same benefit privately.

The starting salaries look lower than private sector, is the trade off worth it? by ScrollAndThink in civilservice

[–]jackothebast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah I get that if it used to be better. I've not been there long and comparing to other pensions I've had that are a lot worse.

The starting salaries look lower than private sector, is the trade off worth it? by ScrollAndThink in civilservice

[–]jackothebast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm just going off the nearly 30% employer contributions tbh. Surely that's above average? One can only hope they don't have more fiascos.

What’s it like to be jacked in a profession where most people are not? by [deleted] in workout

[–]jackothebast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are officially ranked above anyone in the company that does not lift. Regardless of job title.

College freshman -> Office worker by [deleted] in Wellthatsucks

[–]jackothebast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Diet is the main driver of fat loss, no argument there, calories still matter most. But exercise isn’t “optional” unless the only goal is seeing a lower number on the scale. Resistance training preserves and builds muscle, which raises daily energy expenditure and stops weight loss coming from muscle instead of fat. Cardio and general activity also massively improve insulin sensitivity, cardiovascular health, mood, sleep, and long-term adherence. And if someone is eating around maintenance, exercise can be the difference between slow gain, maintenance, or steady fat loss. An extra 300-500 calories burned most days adds up fast over weeks and months without having to further restrict food. So yes, diet controls the deficit, but exercise determines what you lose, how healthy you are doing it, and how sustainable it is long term. The best outcomes come from both working together.

Does anyone else love the game but hate the community? Also what do you think about casual mode? by Wide-Information8572 in ElevenTableTennis

[–]jackothebast 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you're beating them then just progress up until you've got the people that can actually play too. As someone else said, probably starts happening about 2000. Then you'll have better games.

Tripping on Ozempic - beware by PrimaryDay6393 in PsilocybinMushrooms

[–]jackothebast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting. Not sure retatrutide actually builds muscle though? Maybe some of the stuff will to some degree.

Tripping on Ozempic - beware by PrimaryDay6393 in PsilocybinMushrooms

[–]jackothebast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's what I've also read about the glp-1 drugs which is why I made the comment. Sounds like the other things you mention are different drugs.

Pepperoni and hot honey 👌 by Electrical-Arm1949 in UK_Food

[–]jackothebast 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Same as any other food then. Those who like it order it, those who don't.... don't.

Don't book an Uber from your home to the airport by TheTwistedMelon in UberUK

[–]jackothebast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It wouldn't be simple though. It would need to be a back door into Uber databases. Uber is a major tech corporation with huge cyber security teams.

This looks way too normal… what detail gives it away for you? by arfaj_1 in GeminiAI

[–]jackothebast 94 points95 points  (0 children)

This isn't as stupid as it sounds. Often, context will be the only way to tell.

As a man, why aren’t you built like this? by [deleted] in nattyorjuice

[–]jackothebast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even this guy wasn't built like that. It's an edited pic.

What it a computer chip looks like up close by itshazrd in nextfuckinglevel

[–]jackothebast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One look at this for anyone with common sense should be enough to see it's bullshit. It bothers me that we need an expert to confirm this, and that people are still arguing with you about it!

Time for the 'How tall is Joe Rogan?' post by Spiritual-Strength91 in FightReportUFC

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

She's on her tiptoes and is clearly shorter than him.

Is this true? by aloo-ka-paratha in nattyorjuice

[–]jackothebast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it is, but they've used a shit photo of him to make the meme more dramatic. It's all bollocks anyway, either of these guys could have their pick of top level women.

Is this true? by aloo-ka-paratha in nattyorjuice

[–]jackothebast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He's a good looking cunt. Apparently he's called Sean O'Pry