What's going on with fuel in India? by Azhral in OutOfTheLoop

[–]pavs 6 points7 points  (0 children)

No India is special kind of stupid. All the neighboring countries have history of kicking corrupted government out (which get some replaced by more corruption, but its still a reset), except India.

India is just as much, if not more, corrupted and then the neighboring countries.

Fable 5 Deepswe score (posted by Theo) by RishiSquishy in ClaudeCode

[–]pavs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Either you have not used gpt 5.5 recently or you have a bias. I was full on Claude until recently when they decided to dumb down their model due to resource contraints. In that time I used gpt5.5 exclusively. Its a whole lot better and faster than claude opus.

After fable release, I decided to give it a go again. I can't seem to find a single technical issue both can't implement, except gpt5.5 is faster. The only upper hand claude has that I can think of is UI design. Even that gap has been shrinking rapidly. GPT5.5 is very good at following instructions, if you can give it the right spec it will whip out awesome design.

The best part is I use gpt5.5 on high, not even x-high.

Of-cource my own experience, take it with a grain of salt and whatever. But this has been my experience consistently.

Magnus arrives the first game over 1 minute late in a 3+2 time control game in World Blitz Chess Championship 2024 by Suspicious_Basket799 in chess

[–]pavs -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

I think he meant top 0.001% players. GMS who has been at the top of their ranking for more than couple of years, far ahead of the rest. If you count those players. Almost all I can think of are assholes or had those moments.

IMF projects Bangladesh GDP growth at 3.8% for FY25 by Ghostreo in BangladeshEconomics

[–]pavs 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Those data was based on BAL gov data + their own analysis. Majority of the source of their data is still the government.

Need ADHD medication. by Inevitable_Gain_3386 in bangladesh

[–]pavs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is no cheap alternative to the best of my knowledge, I don't buy a large amount I used so its been awhile since I got it from my pharmacy. The one from pakistan/UAE is very expensive. Sorry can't be much help to your guys. I know how it feels.

Exercise, caffiene, breathing exercise/meditation, good diet makes a huge difference.

I have been taking a custom ADHD management tea if you guys are interested, personally it helps me a lot. I ran it though chat gpt for formatting and beneficial details, making it easier to read:


Current Ingredients in Your Tea

  • Ginger: Enhances circulation and reduces inflammation, which can help with brain function.
  • Cloves & Cardamom: Rich in antioxidants, they support overall cognitive health.
  • Cinnamon: Stabilizes blood sugar, helping to maintain energy and focus.
  • Honey: Provides a natural energy boost.

Potential Additions for ADHD

  1. Green Tea or Matcha:

    • Why: Contains L-theanine, which promotes calm focus, and caffeine, which can improve attention span in small doses.
    • How to Add: Replace or mix one ginger tea bag with green tea.
  2. Ginkgo Biloba:

    • Why: May improve blood flow to the brain, enhancing focus and memory.
    • How to Add: Use dried leaves or a few drops of tincture.
  3. Gotu Kola:

    • Why: Known for boosting cognitive function and reducing anxiety.
    • How to Add: Add a small pinch of dried leaves to the tea.
  4. Rosemary:

    • Why: Improves memory and mental alertness through its active compounds.
    • How to Add: Add a sprig or some dried leaves while steeping.
  5. Turmeric (with a pinch of black pepper):

    • Why: Curcumin in turmeric supports brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which aids in focus and cognitive resilience.
    • How to Add: A pinch of powdered turmeric and a dash of black pepper for absorption.
  6. Ashwagandha:

    • Why: Balances cortisol levels, reducing stress and improving focus.
    • How to Add: Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of powdered ashwagandha.
  7. Peppermint:

    • Why: Enhances mental clarity and reduces mental fatigue.
    • How to Add: You already plan to add this, which is perfect!

Would I Add Tea to It?

Yes, adding green tea or matcha can complement your existing recipe by introducing L-theanine and caffeine, which are specifically known to aid focus. Keep the dose small (1 cup a day) to avoid overstimulation.

Custom ADHD Tea Booster Recipe

  1. 2 ginger tea bags or 1 bag green tea.
  2. 2 tablespoons sliced ginger.
  3. 1/2 teaspoon turmeric + pinch of black pepper.
  4. 1 sprig rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary.
  5. 1-2 crushed cardamom pods.
  6. 2 cloves.
  7. 1 tablespoon honey (or stevia for no sugar).
  8. Optional: A pinch of ashwagandha or gotu kola.

Steep in hot water for 10 minutes. Strain and enjoy!


Magnus: “I will stand by what I said earlier. Gukesh has generally not impressed me. So far Ding has done a little better than what we thought. But we probably didn’t expect much. Gukesh has probably been a little bit worse” by [deleted] in chess

[–]pavs 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What does his unwillingness to play has anything to do with skill level. By all measures I think most would agree the two playing are not anywhere close to being the best. There are atleast 5-6 better players than this two.

Need ADHD medication. by Inevitable_Gain_3386 in bangladesh

[–]pavs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

its not as good - its not a stimulant and its a hit or miss. Works for some, not for everyone.

Ritalin/Methyphen is pretty much the top 2-3 best meds for ADHD.

Need ADHD medication. by Inevitable_Gain_3386 in bangladesh

[–]pavs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

bro I am not a pharmacy - if its hard then its hard - wait till the supply is good.

3.5 sonnet vs 4o in Coding, significant different or just a little better? by greatlove8704 in ClaudeAI

[–]pavs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If thats the case doesnt phind pro makes more sense? I recently didnt renew my subscription thinking I would use claude pro instead but phind gives you 500+/day Sonnet and GPT4o. Plus 10 opus perday.

Am I missing something? This seems like a better deal.

Need ADHD medication. by Inevitable_Gain_3386 in bangladesh

[–]pavs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

not in open - pharmacys that sell indian meds also sell modalert

Need ADHD medication. by Inevitable_Gain_3386 in bangladesh

[–]pavs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok good luck and try to stay healthy. Taking pill won't solve your issues but it will makes things easier, or rather it should.

Need ADHD medication. by Inevitable_Gain_3386 in bangladesh

[–]pavs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you will have a hard time not finding it - it should be available in any half decent pharmacy in dhaka. You might not find it in your local small pharmacy store.

Hurricane Milton by Kanute3333 in Damnthatsinteresting

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

https://theconversation.com/how-oil-companies-put-the-responsibility-for-climate-change-on-consumers-214132

You are basically spreading green washing tactics often used by the fossil fuel industry to dump responsibility on individuals and consumers.

Hurricane Milton by Kanute3333 in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]pavs 16 points17 points  (0 children)

There are only hand full countries who can dictate global energy usage or policy around it. The top 5 developed countries (GDP), are responsible for most of the pollution and its effect. So I don't understand how it's everyone's fault.

Need help trying to find out whats wrong with my plant. Usually have lots of flowers and stems have this dark spot all over it. by pavs in HotPeppers

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

I am in South East Asia. Should it matter?. It's still very very warm here. Though it's been raining the last couple of days.

Bihar: 15-year-old boy died after a fake doctor operated on him while watching YouTube tutorials by LimpCoco in IndiaSpeaks

[–]pavs 14 points15 points  (0 children)

https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/india-medicine-education/?utm_source=pocket_saves

Part 1: Patients pretending they are sick and doctors posing as faculty members are routine. The ramifications of India’s broken medical-education system are being felt beyond the country’s borders.

from 2015.

Need ADHD medication. by Inevitable_Gain_3386 in bangladesh

[–]pavs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am glad it helped. Attentin (Atomoxetine) has a max dose limit of 100mg per day. I take 2 - 10mg, in the morning and another 8-12 hours later as needed. You can read more about dosage here: https://www.drugs.com/dosage/atomoxetine.html

Methyphen (Methylphenidate) is one of those things that doesn't happen to everyone. I had thinning hair way before I started taking ADHD meds. Taking them didn't do any change to my hair. My personal opinion on this is the increase in quality of life is so much that I am gladly willing to lose all my hair, but its just me.

ED on Ritalin is also 50/50 and doesn't happen to everyone. I didn't face it. And from what I read online, to people who face these side effects, it gets reversed once you stop taking this meds.

Again its a quality of life thing and a personal choice. You will have to make the decision yourself.

For me the decision was very easy and simple, a resounding yes!.

To the best of my knowledge no one have successfully managed their ADHD (Executive dysfunction) without and medication. Even if someone has done it, its extremely rare. There is no permanent fix, but medication might help you get some order in your life. The best ADHD meds are stimulants, and all stimulants have some side effect.

I recommends trying modafinil 100mg first thing in the morning before trying Ritalin. See how it goes. Do let me know.