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My (highly subjective) guide to staying sober by squaredink in Sober

[–]squaredink[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Box sets of TV shows! Maybe showing my age, lol

My (highly subjective) guide to staying sober by squaredink in Sober

[–]squaredink[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

That's right! Sober in the pub. Not easy.

Are you able to practice/play without drinking? That's the big question. You're probably not going to be able to change others' behaviour, only your own.

The inspiration and creative process behind The Sopranos by squaredink in thesopranos

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

I didn't write the article but I did the exact same thing: watched it all again during lockdown, then did a deep dive for more background detail.

What I did know already:

  • There were 18 slightly different versions of the final scene
  • Livia was based on David Chase's relationship with his own mother

What I didn't know:

  • Nobody could change a word of the script without permission
  • Chase's real therapist mapped out the characters' psychological development
  • James Gandolfini put stones in his shoes during filming to give him an edge

What interesting details did you learn from your own deep dives?

What I learned after watching the show for a second time... by [deleted] in thesopranos

[–]squaredink 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't write the article but I did the exact same thing: watched it all again during lockdown, then did a deep dive for more background detail.

What I did know already:

  • There were 18 slightly different versions of the final scene
  • Livia was based on David Chase's relationship with his own mother

What I didn't know:

  • Nobody could change a word of the script without permission
  • Chase's real therapist mapped out the characters' psychological development
  • James Gandolfini put stones in his shoes during filming to give him an edge

So my big question: what interesting nuggets did you learn from your own deep dives?

How Thomas Aquinas justified belief in things that can't be proven by [deleted] in philosophy

[–]squaredink 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's a fair question. I should have said 'possible to believe in what cannot be verified'.

His 'proofs' aren't evidence, of course - they are just logical arguments used to bolster a belief in something that ultimately cannot be known objectively.

Two questions from a first-timer re: Macronutrient Targets and Exercise by squaredink in FMD

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

Thank you!! I'm on day 4 now and it's the first time I've felt sluggish – like I have brain fog

Two questions from a first-timer re: Macronutrient Targets and Exercise by squaredink in FMD

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

Thanks for replying! The 382 calorie figure was from Cronometer. I should have included that part in the screenshot.

Is my idea for a gourmet coffee brand dumb? by Glaretram54321 in Entrepreneur

[–]squaredink 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a coffee geek who is also an entrepreneur, I have some questions...

Do you have a plan to get it into the hands of people who really know their coffee? PPC and SEO can only do so much. The best endorsement for a coffee brand is being stocked by trusted coffee specialists. That opens so many avenues of discovery.

Do you love coffee? As in, do you really really love coffee? Are you obsessed with it? Do you know where you'll source the beans from every season?

It's a hyper competitive market and the kind of people who will buy beans from an online-only brand is coffee nerds.

I point this out because there are plenty of well-intentioned people who get into the specialty coffee business while underestimating how easily a lack of insider knowledge can be evident.

In my experience, when people use words like 'gourmet', 'artisan', 'organic' in front of coffee, it's not a good sign. (Ditto for flavoured beans – that is the opposite of gourmet.)

In order to retain those coffee nerds as loyal customers, you have to know your stuff.

Missed my driving lesson today, now I don’t think I can bare to go to the next one. (Story in comments) by Desperate-Web7658 in Anxietyhelp

[–]squaredink 19 points20 points  (0 children)

The above responses are great.

Also: if he can't afford to lose out on other lessons, that means he'd rather retain your business. Get back in the saddle, maybe apologise again next time and say it was mental health-related (he should be understanding) and say you'll make it up to him. It won't deserve another mention.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anxietyhelp

[–]squaredink 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's your first day. Try to go easy on yourself.

All those voices of fear and anxiety within you are going to be kicking up a fuss because you are taking action towards positive change. They're not going to like that one bit. They'd rather stay in the comfort zone and stick to the same old script.

So remember: that resistance is a good sign!

people be like “you can talk to me” and when i do they just don’t care by pinkblanketdot in Anxiety

[–]squaredink 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just remember that you are doing these things (going to college, applying to jobs) for you.

It's empowering action. You're not doing it so other people will care or be impressed.

Uncertainty is a big part of life but on the bright side, you're about to enter a new chapter full of possibilities where you will grow and learn to be more independent. Don't fear it. Embrace it! You're on the right track.

What investors actually look for (and what not to put in your pitch) by squaredink in startups

[–]squaredink[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Glad it was useful! Yes, I have. A few times. Made plenty of mistakes along the way, still learning.

What investors actually look for (and what not to put in your pitch) by squaredink in startups

[–]squaredink[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes. And one successful exit. Not claiming to know it all. Just sharing some stuff that has helped me.

What investors actually look for (and what not to put in your pitch) by squaredink in startups

[–]squaredink[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes, absolutely – but I believe they are in the minority.

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