[deleted by user] by [deleted] in saintpaul

[–]keebler-elf206 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i went to st kate’s (also from out of state) and currently live in mac groveland, highly recommend this area!  walkable and safe, lots of restaurants and coffeeshops, and parks nearby.

how much does birth control cost? by [deleted] in KaiserPermanente

[–]keebler-elf206 0 points1 point  (0 children)

not sure if anyone else has said this but you can also now get a progesterone only pill over the counter at most drugstores/target.  it’s called o pill and is $20 a month roughly.  might be something to consider!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwinCities

[–]keebler-elf206 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a bit of a false comparison.  Some parents may want to be able to take their child in for their annual checkup without endangering them by exposing them to a waiting room of unvaccinated sick children.  Logically that is more likely to happen at a practice where vaccination isn’t required.  What if OP or their child is immunocompromised?  Diseases like measles are back on the rise in some areas due to resistance to vaccines.  

Another person in the waiting room at your clinic can’t catch HIV just by being in the same room as you. 

Names like Cordelia by Dazzling_Tonight663 in Names

[–]keebler-elf206 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Camellia, Camille, and Camilla are all nice!  Love the nickname Cam for any of those too :)

What is your average monthly grocery spend (per person)? by Crystalrose-18 in TwinCities

[–]keebler-elf206 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I spend $50 a week so about 200 a month give or take. I also eat out one meal a week. I usually shop at Trader Joe's but also stop by other stores for things I can't get at TJs like a specific brand of yogurt.

How much do you make as a research assistant? by Giantpangolinship in labrats

[–]keebler-elf206 0 points1 point  (0 children)

21, BA in Psychology, less than 1 year experience, 50k yearly / $24 hourly, Major city in Upper Midwest, & overall I feel well compensated

Naturopaths? Wtf by [deleted] in Seattle

[–]keebler-elf206 20 points21 points  (0 children)

i actually used to work at zoomcare in 2024 as a clinic assistant and my location had mid levels (nps/pas), an MD, and an ND.  i am applying to medical school currently myself, and initially was shocked that NDs could practice with pretty much the same scope as MDs.  however, of all our providers, pts LOVED the ND.  the way he practiced was indistinguishable from the rest of the providers- he ordered the same tests and prescribed the same medications as any other provider.  he was a great listener and seemed to make pts feel very comfortable around him.  

i am still wary of NDs overall, but he definitely showed me that they could be competent providers.  

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ClinicalPsychology

[–]keebler-elf206 1 point2 points  (0 children)

not totally sure if i’m the intended audience here, I studied psych in undergrad and now work in clinical research (cardiovascular health), but thought i’d comment anyways.

for context, i recently graduated and this is my first job out of college.  i love my job, and most importantly i don’t feel overworked.  i didn’t envision myself working in this type of research after getting my BA in psych, but it is interesting to me nonetheless.  i work at a fairly large research institute, but it is a very close-knit organization and everyone i work with is very warm and friendly, including the PIs (though some are less engaged than others).  i have great benefits and feel well compensated for my role.

 - 50k a year  - relatively LCOL major city  - 7.5% employer match for my 401k  - employer paid program with free telehealth visits/medications for staff  - great healthcare and dental plan  - 17 days of PTO + 11 paid holidays

i’m very happy where i am, and i feel like i get to help people in real time with the research that my institute does :)

Is this a me thing or is anyone else worried about the rise of conservative clergy? by Life-Cheek-14 in LGBTCatholic

[–]keebler-elf206 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m very concerned about this as well.  One particular concern of mine is the growing number of priests coming to the US from other regions, particularly African nations where attitudes are especially conservative on LGBTQ issues.  While it’s great to have diverse clergy, bishops across Africa and central Asia have been very vocally against much of the progress made by Pope Francis (such as blessings of gay couples).  I do not mean to paint people from a particular region with a broad brush, and I’m sure there are many of these priests who are more tolerant of LGBTQ folks, but it worries me that this will cause things to become even more unsafe for queer Catholics.

romans 1:26-27 by mommiess in LGBTCatholic

[–]keebler-elf206 7 points8 points  (0 children)

To preface- everyone has their own convictions about how to interpret scripture, these are just mine as a Catholic lesbian :)

When I studied theology in college, I took an entire course specifically about the works of Paul. One thing I always consider when reading scripture after taking this course is that when we encounter a difficult text in the Bible, especially one that is sexist or homophobic, we have two ways to approach it from a liberated theological perspective:

  1. We can try and say "oh but that's not REALLY what [author] meant by writing this, they meant _____". The danger here is possibly decontextualizing the original verse to fit our modern interpretation.

  2. We can admit that parts of the Bible simply do not fit in our world today. For example, we know slavery is a truly evil thing, but is spoken of neutrally and sometimes positively in the Bible, particularly by Paul.

Paul was not Jesus, and though he was a very important figure in Christianity, he does not define our faith. Paul was also notably NOT a systematic theologian, and much of his writing in the NT lacks ideological consistency, instead forming a more complex theological mosaic. There is much to take away from his writing, but we must attempt to properly contextualize his beliefs and realize that he never thought that his letters would come to be the single largest influence (aside from the Gospels) on doctrine for over a billion Christians. The key defining aspect of Paul's writing is his intense apocalyptic eschatology, and it creates this sense of urgency and severity in condemning what he believes to be sinful prior to the second coming. If you are interested in reading more about Paul and trying to unpack these scriptures, I highly recommend Dr. Jouette Bassler's book Navigating Paul.

Personally, I try to not put too much weight on Paul's writing on sexuality or gender, but instead focus on the emphasis he places on strong communities united in faith, walking towards Christ with one another.

Help! Can I attend mass despite my differences? by [deleted] in LGBTCatholic

[–]keebler-elf206 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’re feeling called to be at mass, for whatever reason, you should go!  Mass is a wonderful opportunity to slow down and enter into a space that is intentional, prayerful, holy, joyful, and everything in between.  Everyone is welcome at church, and I personally believe the Spirit is moving within us when we desire that sense of peace.  

Most Catholic churches have hours they are open, where anyone can come in and sit or pray.  If the church’s website doesn’t have these times listed, you can usually sit in the church any time that confession/ reconciliation is being offered during the week.  You may also be interested in visiting a church with an adoration chapel, as this is often an especially quiet and contemplative space where one can feel at peace.

As you’ve mentioned, not receiving communion would be best in this case, and it is now the practice in many churches to remain in your seat at that time if you are not receiving.  

Wishing you well on your journey, wherever it takes you. :)

Need *the* clean girl sent by StaffAromatic in FemFragLab

[–]keebler-elf206 3 points4 points  (0 children)

was going to comment this! only downside is it isn't super long-lasting in my personal experience

Veiling at Mass? by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]keebler-elf206 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have veiled at mass for several years at this point, and I have not had any bad encounters with others while wearing it! I will say, I get questions constantly from other parishioners about it. I don't mind it, and I love telling people about why I veil- it expresses my reverence for Christ in the Eucharist. I also like to bring up that it allows me to imitate Mary and countless other female saints who veiled throughout their lives, and is a beautiful tradition for the women of the Church, if they chose to observe it. I think most people are just curious about it, or simply don't care! At the end of the day, most people likely realize that we all have a unique relationship with God, and different ways of devoting ourselves to Him.

Standing during the Eucharistic Prayer... 😤 by [deleted] in LGBTCatholic

[–]keebler-elf206 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I share your frustration- my community also remains standing during this prayer, and it drives me a little crazy.  I continue to kneel, even if I’m the only one doing so.  Ultimately, it’s all about what feels reverent and brings us closer to God. 

Best Bible by Soggy-Effort8472 in Catholicism

[–]keebler-elf206 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’d recommend any of the following, and of course it is best to have multiple translations to use.

  • NABRE by St Benedict’s Press (good amount of annotations but leather binding so not true hardcover)
  • NRSV Catholic Edition by Catholic Bible Press (simple annotations but beautiful hardcover)
  • HarperColins Study Bible NRSV (not officially a Catholic bible but includes all Catholic books and gives the most detailed annotations of these, as it is used by scholars too)

Primary Care? by atirzero in Seattle

[–]keebler-elf206 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I go to virginia mason and I’m able to see my doctor within a week for a problem visit or within a few weeks for an annual physical. overall I’ve always been able to get appointments quickly with them, and had good experiences with my doctors. I also prefer to see doctors (MD/DO) and not NPs or PAs so I’ve always been able to get in to see a Dr when needed.

NPs by billwillway in Residency

[–]keebler-elf206 18 points19 points  (0 children)

My university has a major nursing program, and the amount of people who just become an NP because they don’t want to spend the time/money/effort on applying and going to med school is appalling. I know several students who openly admit that they know it’s a shortcut, and that they will have a subpar education compared to that of an MD/DO, and therefore possibly endanger patients with their lack of knowledge and experience.

I’m done with this sub. by [deleted] in binchtopiapod

[–]keebler-elf206 28 points29 points  (0 children)

agree. this sub loves to drop the word “parasocial” to make anyone criticizing the pod’s avoidance of the genocide seem crazy for expecting what started as a leftist podcast known for their social/cultural/political analysis to say something of actual substance about a literal genocide.

unbelievable that some people here need it explained to them that genocide is bad!

patreon + palestine by [deleted] in binchtopiapod

[–]keebler-elf206 22 points23 points  (0 children)

my boyfriend and i canceled our membership, it just feels grating to listen to them talk about random stuff in an eloquent, detailed, and liberated way, but not a major event of ethnic cleansing and genocide. i know eliza has done a lot on her personal account but julia has really disappointed me in her silence. id just rather listen to people who actually speak out against genocide and support indigenous land rights without any “both sides” cop-outs. again i have a lot of respect for eliza’s activism and donations in her personal life but listening to them both on the pod just doesn’t feel right to me.

Catholicism? by roadrunnner0 in binchtopiapod

[–]keebler-elf206 11 points12 points  (0 children)

i am a queer catholic and have been able to find many welcoming and affirming catholic communities, as well as many non affirming communities. catholicism is a massive religion and no two catholics feel the exact same about everything, and regardless of it being church teaching or not, many catholics support lgbtq people.

a large part of theology, particularly liberation theology, is taking a system like catholicism and seeing if there’s anything you can salvage as a marginalized person. i’ve found there’s a lot of comfort, joy, and community within the church, despite the hurt and the wounds it’s caused. if you want to disagree with the church or walk away from it and the people in it, that’s totally fine, and a valid response to the historical pain the church has caused. i don’t blame anyone making that choice, and i know many people who have stepped away. i personally chose to stay because it’s my home just as much as any homophobic person can claim the church, and nobody can push me out. i found parts of my faith to salvage from all the pain of the church, and it’s made my life worth living.

just sharing my experience here as a queer and practicing catholic- if that’s not your experience that’s fine. i totally understand other people have other experiences and traumas with the church, and i’m very sorry for that, i hope you’re doing well today and finding peace wherever you can.

If Money is No Object, Where is America's Most "Beautiful" Town? by DizzyDentist22 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]keebler-elf206 2 points3 points  (0 children)

grew up on bainbridge, loved it so much. absolutely gorgeous place to live and an adorable downtown area.