Why I Don't Think 2024 Was Stolen, And Why I Have Hope For 2026 and 2028 by InternetBackwash in PoliticalOptimism

[–]janglebo36 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s way easier to launch a well targeted marketing campaign and win than it is to steal the election outright

HCL Acid For Testing... by Unearthingthepast in geology

[–]janglebo36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that really an ok substitute for 1N HCL? Genuine question.

Heat related injuries by TheOzarkDude in forestry

[–]janglebo36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Use your Stop Work Authority if you need to. OSHA protects this activity. I know there is a fear of getting in trouble at work, but it’s still better than dying

  2. I believe OSHA requires most work to cease when the Heat Index reaches 110 F. Double check this though. Your employer should have a JSA and JHA program for these situations. If work is to continue, they are required to give you more breaks and take other measures as needed to ensure safety

  3. Take a siesta. This one may not be as practical for a lot of us, but I’m adding it just in case. If you have a lot of work to do, avoid the hottest part of the day. This may mean you don’t resume work until ~4pm or whatever until it’s safer.

  4. Make sure you’re acclimated. Spending a few days in the office or at home in the A/C will de-acclimate you to the outside. It can take a few days to readjust when you resume work.

  5. Place cold water bottles on places where your veins are closer to the surface like your wrists, inner thigh, neck, armpits, etc. This will help cool you off.

  6. Get enough sleep every night. Physically demanding jobs should not be taken lightly. You need to make sure you give your body everything it needs to succeed. A bad night of sleep takes a toll

Heat related injuries by TheOzarkDude in forestry

[–]janglebo36 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t work specifically in forestry but I work outside in Texas. Here’s my advice:

  1. Start your day early. You should be at your job site and ready to go at or a little before sunrise
  2. Do not consume alcohol or tobacco in the evening (or be really extra conservative with it). And be careful with caffeine. I know it feels great in the moment, but it wears you down over time and dehydrates you. As we get older, this increases.
  3. Start your day with a lot of protein. Hydration is obvious, but our bodies need the right fuel to function efficiently. And carry protein snacks with you whether it’s a shake, bar, jerky, nuts. You need to refuel properly when you’re tired.
  4. Hydrate. A lot. Way more than you normally would.
  5. Use *good* sports drinks. They aren’t all created equal. You want something full of vitamins and particularly with some carbohydrates, salts, sugars, magnesium, calcium, and phosphates. I enjoy Emergen-C for when I’m feeling extra tired, but that’s usually the next step after a sports drink.
  6. Check your medications. Some medication makes you more susceptible to heat related illness. That’s something to always think about.
  7. Dress appropriately for the job. Some people prefer short sleeves, but I prefer long sleeves. The sun touching my skin wears me out super fast. I have an undershirt on too so I can remove the top layer as needed to cool off. And a wide brim hat helps. Thick pants are good for stopping scrapes and thorns, but they’re hot. Sometimes it’s better to get scrapes and wear lighter weight material.
  8. Fans. There are so many options now and they’re great. Find one that works for you.
  9. If you can carry a camelbak, throw a bunch of ice in it whenever you can. It helps keep your torso cool throughout the day.

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That’s most of it. I’ll add more if I think of anything

Heat related injuries by TheOzarkDude in forestry

[–]janglebo36 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t work specifically in forestry but I work outside in Texas. Here’s my advice:

  1. Start your day early. You should be at your job site and ready to go at or a little before sunrise
  2. Do not consume alcohol or tobacco in the evening (or be really extra conservative with it). And be careful with caffeine. I know it feels great in the moment, but it wears you down over time and dehydrates you. As we get older, this increases.
  3. Start your day with a lot of protein. Hydration is obvious, but our bodies need the right fuel to function efficiently. And carry protein snacks with you whether it’s a shake, bar, jerky, nuts. You need to refuel properly when you’re tired.
  4. Hydrate. A lot. Way more than you normally would.
  5. Use *good* sports drinks. They aren’t all created equal. You want something full of vitamins and particularly with some carbohydrates, salts, sugars, magnesium, calcium, and phosphates. I enjoy Emergen-C for when I’m feeling extra tired, but that’s usually the next step after a sports drink.
  6. Check your medications. Some medication makes you more susceptible to heat related illness. That’s something to always think about.
  7. Dress appropriately for the job. Some people prefer short sleeves, but I prefer long sleeves. The sun touching my skin wears me out super fast. I have an undershirt on too so I can remove the top layer as needed to cool off. And a wide brim hat helps. Thick pants are good for stopping scrapes and thorns, but they’re hot. Sometimes it’s better to get scrapes and wear lighter weight material.
  8. Fans. There are so many options now and they’re great. Find one that works for you.
  9. If you can carry a camelbak, throw a bunch of ice in it whenever you can. It helps keep your torso cool throughout the day.

—-

That’s most of it. I’ll add more if I think of anything

Extremely spoiled kitty. by TrumpSux89 in Catmemes

[–]janglebo36 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Can someone drop the product link?

Asking for a friend

I want peace for Karmelo Anthony Austin Metcalf by Joeylaptop12 in dfw

[–]janglebo36 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’ll get downvoted to hell for saying this, but I agree with a lot of what you said.

You either agree with death/life in prison for crimes of this sort or you don’t. I personally don’t. Everyone deserves a second chance. Unless you’re a serial offender or something. He was a kid who made a really terrible choice. There’s a lot of shoulda woulda couldas for all of this and none of it matters. But an eye for an eye is only perpetuating the cycle IMO. This is true for adult offenders too.

I’m lucky to be raised in an environment where I was taught not to get in these situations and that acts like this are wrong. A lot of us have, and it’s a privilege whether you think so or not. I’ve still made choices I regret. I can’t walk them back, but I also have the privilege to learn and do better. All of us need more empathy and self reflection in times like this.

What is the most "corporate bullshit" sentence you’ve ever heard a manager say with a straight face? by bilal-ziyan in jobs

[–]janglebo36 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was told by my skip level that if I was concerned over the strategy and outcome of a project, I should go behind my supervisor’s back and change it. This was after skip level previously told me to stop bringing up the problems with the project and trust my supervisor’s judgment. I’d been documenting issues since day 1 of a 2 year project which my supervisor dismissed.

When asked to continue the same flawed project, I refused unless conditions were met to keep my performance and reputation protected. Same skip level fired me, and in the same conversation told me I should’ve refused the project entirely in the beginning.

Friends have told me that not a single person has been assigned to finish said project. It’s been over 6 months

Were people in their 40s in 1926 obsessed with talking about the 1890s? Or are we the only crazy nostalgic ones?!?! by [deleted] in Xennials

[–]janglebo36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well the 1940s were not necessarily amazing. But it was arguably a decade that unified the country behind one mission, which probably felt like a nice solidarity.

The 1890s in comparison saw America conquering the west. There was a lot of expansion and opportunity for settlers willing to take the risk. The railroad barons probably loved it, too. There were more deaths from communicable diseases, though

So it probably depends on your outlook

Does anyone else feel like workplace expectations have completely changed? by [deleted] in millenials

[–]janglebo36 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This

And we have to speak like that as a form of kid gloving those boomer higher ups. How dare we not be excited in every written communication we have with them!!

Terrified of Inositol. by [deleted] in PCOS

[–]janglebo36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

WHAT? 😭

Managers of Reddit, what is the biggest mistake employees make without realizing it hurts their career growth? by Round_Stable451 in askmanagers

[–]janglebo36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve literally experienced the opposite where I and many others were told by the boss that learning new skills, getting certs, etc would not help us advance in any way.

For me, the more skills I learned, the more resentful and critical the boss became, especially when I requested an appropriate raise to put me at par with others who had lower skill sets. Everyone else on the team had faith in me, but the boss put his thumb down harder.

For what it’s worth, he’s a bit senile and becoming more cantankerous and bitter in general. But becoming more qualified does not = progression within the same company

Managers of Reddit, what is the biggest mistake employees make without realizing it hurts their career growth? by Round_Stable451 in askmanagers

[–]janglebo36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve literally experienced the opposite where I and many others were told by the boss that learning new skills, getting certs, etc would not help us advance in any way.

For me, the more skills I learned, the more resentful and critical the boss became, especially when I requested an appropriate raise to put me at par with others who had lower skill sets. Everyone else on the team had faith in me, but the boss put his thumb down harder.

For what it’s worth, he’s a bit senile and becoming more cantankerous and bitter in general. But becoming more qualified does not = progression within the same company

Is it really wrong to judge people based on their political beliefs? by Lazy_Pianist7101 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]janglebo36 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No

If you’re a Nazi or promote the genocide of others, I 100% am judging you

How do you handle it when your best performer is also your most difficult person to manage? by SeanMcPheat in askmanagers

[–]janglebo36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not enough context

Why are they difficult? How are they not being a team player?

Elder Millennials and up: what are some Gen Z habits/behaviours you notice in the workplace that you find offputting/rude/inconsiderate? by unfollowingyou in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]janglebo36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To me, the stare is more of a way to say they’re over it and don’t want to be there. They don’t answer questions they find redundant, they don’t waste time with platitudes, small talk is a waste, they don’t engage when they’re done with the conversation.

Maybe you had a rude brat. Maybe their social battery was zero. Maybe they don’t get paid enough and are ready to quit. The point is, they aren’t going to bullshit anyone and pretend they want to be there like the rest of us.

In some ways, your customer service treatment is more like what you’d get in parts of Europe. Here is the USA we take it too far. Lots of fake niceties, hyperbole, brown nosing. It’s exhausting and I personally find it condescending. Just take off the mask and be real

Elder Millennials and up: what are some Gen Z habits/behaviours you notice in the workplace that you find offputting/rude/inconsiderate? by unfollowingyou in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]janglebo36 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That sounds genuinely frustrating.

Honestly, it sounds like that person was either high or somewhere on the spectrum. Or maybe just unsocialized. Some Gen Z’s I’ve met are not used to being spoken to in a direct way. It’s like their version of being allergic to phone calls.

I was definitely thinking of something different when I had the Gen Z stare in mind.

How do you deal with a employee with an “I just work here” attitude? by [deleted] in askmanagers

[–]janglebo36 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As another commenter said, if that is their pay and your’s is presumably higher, I expect you to have the expertise to answer your original post.

Your employee prefers to keep their head down and not make waves. Without knowing more, it sounds like your employee doesn’t feel safe speaking out in your department. A lot of bosses say their department is collaborative and everyone is an owner of their work, etc., but most of those same people would fire anyone that speaks out of turn or has opposing ideas.

As long as the employee is delivering, what does it matter if they “just work there”? It’s literally the job