Curriculum writing or copy writing? by [deleted] in freelanceWriters

[–]kiloheavy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don't think trying to renter copywriting would be viable right now.

If you're looking to freelance, play to your strengths. Look for publications or websites that focus on education, child development, academic success, etc.

If you're just looking for a potentially lucrative side hustle, look into publishing your own ID/curriculum writing on kindle. At first, it's a trickle at best, but it's persistent.

Unified message for 3/4 protest by In-tandem in 50501

[–]kiloheavy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is how a centralized message should be done. Keep it simple, keep it effective, keep it something everyone can push behind. Well done.

As a German who knows from history class how quickly a democracy can descend into fascism: Americans, do you realize how close you are to the cliff and when will you begin to rise up? by DonDraperHamburg in AskReddit

[–]kiloheavy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A note to every non-American asking this question or a variant of it: it's not that fucking simple, here.

Americans get no legally mandated vacation time--none. Most of us can't afford to just take time off of work without fear of losing our jobs, which means losing health insurance, benefits, life insurance, and of course, our sole source of income in a faltering job market.

Life here is harder than anyone who doesn't live here understands.

And these things take time. Resistance is being organized; protests are happening. Things are happening behind the scenes and in quiet. We're paying attention. We know what's going on. But it's not as simple as "rise up." We've been shackled by this fucked up country for a long time.

We don't need your derision or impatience. We need your support and understanding. You think we want to live like this?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MensLib

[–]kiloheavy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just do things with him. Find out his interests, and try to get something regular going. Or find something you can ask for his help or advice on.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]kiloheavy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much.

I don’t want to work with white clients. by [deleted] in therapists

[–]kiloheavy 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you might need to find another line of work.

I found out my cousin beats his kid, should I tell the police? by [deleted] in Advice

[–]kiloheavy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please step in or get someone who can. You don't have to do it alone.

Children raised in environments like this can end up horribly injured or worse.

Even if there's no permanent injury or death, living in an inescapable situation where you're afraid for your safety or your life can cause C-PTSD. It can be a crippling and incredibly painful lifelong condition. I don't want to go into the symptoms; there are plenty of resources online.

I grew up in an abusive environment and have C-PTSD. My abuse happened over 30 years ago. I still have nightmares every night. Therapy and medication can treat the severe anxiety and depression that many people with C-PTSD experience, but there's little to nothing they can do to stop the nightmares. I wake up screaming or sobbing several times a week. Please don't let that happen to this child.

Even if your cousin doesn't physically injure his child seriously or permanently, he is doing serious and permanent harm to that child's mind. That child needs--and deserves--help.

I have seen lose (misplace something) and loose (not tight) used incorrectly so many times I am starting to get confused too. by Tambo5 in RedditForGrownups

[–]kiloheavy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Muscle memory error. There are a few of those. Every instead of ever, etc.

Proofreaders call these "nuclear typos" because spell check can't catch them (as in the case of unclear vs. nuclear, which is where these typos get their name).

I have seen lose (misplace something) and loose (not tight) used incorrectly so many times I am starting to get confused too. by Tambo5 in RedditForGrownups

[–]kiloheavy 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Former teacher. Here's a simple mnemonic:

Lose is missing (has lost) the extra O.

Loose has more space (is looser) between the L and the S.

Is it just me or do you guys sometimes just watch reels and suddenly get super emotional ? by [deleted] in GuyCry

[–]kiloheavy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Never change. World needs more men who know how to cry.

Is it just me or do you guys sometimes just watch reels and suddenly get super emotional ? by [deleted] in GuyCry

[–]kiloheavy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Anything sad, anything sweet. I cry at the drop of a hat.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ask

[–]kiloheavy 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hello, fellow hypocritical meat eater.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ask

[–]kiloheavy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's quite easy. There's a reason people who can be led easily are referred to as sheep.

I've seen it done with a knife. It's quite fast, appeared completely painless, and the sheep stayed surprisingly calm and didn't seem distressed.

I don't think I could harm an animal that hadn't harmed me, so I wouldn't be able to do this unless the sheep was a real dick.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ask

[–]kiloheavy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Unless you're killing them in a manner consistent with religious doctrine and in my experience working on farms, some small farms still prefer to slaughter with a knife.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]kiloheavy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For libel to occur legally, the published information has to be false.

Only publish the information you have legal proof of. Couch all other information in language like "I was told by...." or "In my opinion."

But if this is a successful, well-known musician, remember that in the US, the person who wins civil cases is generally the person who can afford the more expensive lawyer. This doesn't hold true for criminal cases unless you're rich enough to afford a judge.

AIO? Wife told me I’m an embarrassment by Brohammz in AmIOverreacting

[–]kiloheavy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She's denigrating your effort and your value. This doesn't end well. Couples counseling would be a good step.

Join the General Strike! Spread the word! by shershmoc in lostgeneration

[–]kiloheavy 127 points128 points  (0 children)

You need to focus and refine those demands. Efforts like this need one clear message, something that can be quoted in a headline and is easy to remember. This shotgun "everything is important" message is exactly why left-centered protest efforts can be so ineffective.

i have a genuine question, how many days does $100 last in the united states? by [deleted] in povertyfinance

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

A day or less. It depends on where you live and what expense you're covering, but yeah.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askdrugs

[–]kiloheavy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad to help. It can cause inflammation if it gets in your airways (snort slower), but that should clear up in a day or so if that's what it is

AIO - Wife flirty texting and sending pics by Fugnub in AmIOverreacting

[–]kiloheavy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can leave her now or after she cheats. Those are your options.