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thegravityblog · 1 year

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Tuesday: 06-05-2023

8,25,41,500

A hell of a day! My morning routine is the usual one, but I just felt waves of happiness throughout the day. Focus was clean, precise didn’t wobble at all. Work started with 2 meetings for Stellar and Dexa. Stellar is a challenge for me, and I love challenges. One of my traits that I adore is my ability to not taking a “NO” for an answer. Either you are with me, or I will pursue you. There’s nothing like NO in my dictionary. The challenge I am facing with stellar is raising the rest of the capital to invest in stocks and bonds. Stellar Capital Management is a hedge fund that I have started, pretty small starting with $1M (Rs.8,25,41,500 INR). The pitch is to provide an annual return of 10-12% but that absolutely depends on the face of the market. Volatility ride is obvious, hedging the market is a tough feat, with already established player with a track record in your competition. But that doesn’t really matter, I always try to learn from my competition, its healthy unless someone is jealous ass. Can’t be around there. So the challenge I am facing is being a newbie, and the only track record I have is my 9 Years of investing experience in both domestic and international securities. I won’t call myself the best trader, but I am pretty good at it. There have been years where I was hitting 12-14% returns, and that’s the only CV I have while raising money. And when you have established competition, and mind you competition in finance is fierce, many prospective clients I pitched, has ultimately refused to work with me. 19 people I pitched have said No to I’ll think about it. And hedge funds are not open to everyone, or the general retail investors, these are high frequency investment engines for the HNI (High-net individuals) and UHNI’s (Ultra High-Net Individuals). I haven’t pitched any UHNI, because simply they won’t even talk with me or book an appointment, they can only be pitched once I hedge the market and perform well my first year. They don’t talk to newbies. So, these are the cream of this country and also a couple of people from the US. I cannot name them here, but I am fortunate enough to pitch a couple of very wealthy entrepreneurs from Silicon Valley as well and all from my bedroom. I have had a couple of in-person meetings with prospective clients from my own city Majority of them has appreciated my drive and determination, that I am not throwing flashy acts of hiring finance graduates, with a swanky office. None. All from my bedroom. I have always been an advocate of the fact that if you want to pursue something, and you really know your shit? Well you can do it. So the challenge now is raising the rest of the money. And in India to start a fund affiliated with SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) you have to start with atleast Rs.20Crors ($2.7 Million), and to start privately you need to put Rs.50 lakhs of your own money. So I sold an E-commerce store recently and made a major chunk from the sale, and put that all into this fund. Later on, you have to get a SEBI license, and will get that when the time comes. I don’t shop, although I have enough to, but the money is being aggressively invested into my personal portfolio and building new things. So I control the urge to splurge, but I still spend a lot on buying books every month. But my birthday is next month and I am surely gonna splurge like a madman. Also my new ride will be home around my birthday only. But the caveat - A present to my parents from me. Personal and family expenses are different. I also work as a consultant cloud engineer at AWS, so that gets injected at my house. Dexa will start generating revenue by the end of July, right now, on-boarding events and allowing users to love the product is the goal. It’s BETA now, v2 will launch by December this year. I started Dexa officially after a 3 month internship at Norton LifeLock, in October 2022. I quit a cushy job at Norton as a system admin, afraid but brave enough to risk it. So in short it doesn’t really matter if it’s Tuesday or Sunday, I am putting off fires everyday. And I love it, this is what I always wanted to do, an from here it’s only the way ahead and above. So then after tackling the meetings, I started coding the AI therapist and did that all day long. My CTO looks after Dexa and provides me a report every night. Evenings are mostly listening to music, podcasts, interviews and reading a book. I have to read VERTEX Pharma’s 10-K tonight too. In short, I am having a blast and I am all grateful for this. I am alive after a long period of abuse and nothing can be much better than what I have now and will have. My therapy session is on Thursday, it has been moved due to our schedules. Grateful for a family who allowed me to chase my dreams What is Dexa? - https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/dexa-3906 https://www.dexa.club Stellar Capital Management: https://www.stellarcapital.info Tech Integrated Inc (My first startup - My background): https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/tech-integrated

#journal #photo diary #tuesday #stocks #hedge funds #coding #AItherapist #happysoul #life is beautiful #lovelife #peace

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kennethhaskin · 1 year

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Who is Kenneth Haskin, Cape Girardeau’s new city manager?

Cape Girardeau has a new city manager in Kenneth Haskin, a veteran city administrator with experience in economic development and senior level management for local municipalities.

Haskin follows Scott Meyer, who retired in June after 12 years at the helm making him the longest serving city manager in Cape Girardeau’s history.

B Magazine spoke with Haskin about his background, what made the Cape Girardeau job attractive and some of his goals for the future as city manager.

Seminary to government

Haskin grew up in a small town just outside Jonesboro, Arkansas, the son of an educator and entrepreneur. His family modeled a strong work ethic. Work hard and good things will follow was a lesson he took away from his parents.

If it were up to his father, though, Haskin might be serving Cape Girardeau as a priest as opposed to city manager.

“That was his goal for me,” Haskin said with a laugh. “He finally gave up on it 10 years ago when I got married. But that was his goal in life. He sent me to graduate school twice, hoping that would trigger. The last time he sent me to graduate school was to one in seminary school, and I majored in organizational administration. Dad was hoping that I would just major in Biblical Studies and become a priest. Now I have to tell you, that was probably the most enlightening experience in my entire career. I wouldn’t change it for the world.”

Kenneth Haskin

Haskin received his undergraduate degree from Henderson State University where he played football and earned all-conference honors as a linebacker. He has a master’s in public administration from Webster University and a PhD from St Mary’s Seminary & University in Baltimore, Maryland.

While Haskin didn’t enter the ministry, he said the lessons he learned from his parents have served him well. And he continues in the Catholic faith today, attending St. Mary’s Cathedral in Cape Girardeau.

A coach’s perspective

Prior to being hired for the position in Cape Girardeau, Haskin was the city manager at Texarkana, Arkansas. He was also being considered for another position at the time he was hired in Cape Girardeau but ultimately chose Southeast Missouri.

Affable. Smart. Hopeful. Haskin uses football analogies when referencing how he looks at the job. Much like a college football coach gets his orders from an athletic director or university president, Haskin says his marching orders come from the mayor and city council, filtered through the lens of an active and engaged citizenry.

In the hour-plus interview with B Magazine, he was clearly on message regarding the use tax that will be on the ballot later this year.

Haskin not only sees the use tax as an issue of fairness for local retailers competing with the Amazons of the world, but he’s adamant that it’s preventing other businesses from having a physical presence in Cape Girardeau.

He also noted that the city has funds passed for capital projects, but if it doesn’t have the workforce to get the jobs done these projects will be delayed.

It’s a similar challenge with law enforcement, he said.

Haskin and Cape Girardeau Mayor Bob Fox have been talking about raising the compensation for police with revenue generated from the use tax, connecting the community’s overwhelming love for law enforcement to the need to pass the tax.

Haskin said the city continues to see officers leave the force, in part because of the national challenges facing law enforcement and in part due to higher compensation for police work in other area municipalities. Over the previous four years, more than 40 officers have left Cape PD.

“That’s not acceptable,” he said. “And it’s going to be very difficult to sustain that loss if we cannot start compensating.”

What happens if voters don’t pass the use tax?

“Then we run the risk of, potentially, projects that we have in place right now will be delayed because it’s going to be hard to hire people to complete those projects. Secondly, it could start impacting our response times from a law enforcement standpoint, which, in my opinion, is unacceptable.”

The first 90 days

Haskin shared with B Magazine his written plan for the first 90 days on the job. Much of the six-page document focuses on communication, internally among city employees in all departments but also in the community and with regional government entities.

A portion of the document focused on evaluating the city’s financial situation, assessing its long-term financial condition, budget and capital needs, including how the pandemic has impacted city finances. And maybe most interesting: “We should also establish a Business Retention & Expansion Plan (BRE) and, more importantly, start cultivating commercial/industrial sites for potential development.”

He also shared some of the intangibles he looks for in making hires: Temperament, ability to take direction, ability to deal with adversity, customer service, ability to work with others, citizen response and execution. “These are character traits you have to have in order to be successful in this organization,” Haskin wrote in the document.

One of Haskin’s career highlights includes being named the State of Arkansas City Manager of the Year in 2020. He also helped the city establish its first Capital Improvement Plan focused on water, sewer and drainage infrastructure replacement and street reconstruction. And among other accomplishments, he helped negotiate a multimillion-dollar package to keep Cooper Tire from moving to Mexico.

It’s still very early for Haskin, but his resume and apparent skillset of working with various stakeholders indicate a record of high success.

#Kenneth Haskin

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cowboyjen68 · 3 years

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Recently I’ve been debating getting top surgery. I know that some butches get top surgery and seem happy with the results but I’ve also met some who grew out of their discomfort with time. So I guess I’m debating if I should wait to see if maybe the discomfort around my chest will ease with age or if I should look into getting top surgery. The ones I’ve talked to also had this discomfort about their breast growing during puberty but they said after some time it decreased but for mines it seems like a problem that hasn’t gone away.

I am so sorry for the delay, seems work and side gigs are taking up a lot of my time lately.

I can only speak from my experience with my body and from other lesbians I talk to... and I talk to a lot. I have many friends across generations. Many of my younger friends are butch but not all. My older friends are a myriad of types of lesbians and as diverse as the greater population. This weekend now that we are all vaccinated we had a campfire with 12 lesbian, 5 butches present. We have definitely had discussions about our breasts, discomfort, and the mourning over loosing breasts to cancer (or the danger of cancer). Most of my buddies, from 19 to 68 share similar stories about learning to be at least “okay” with their bodies in a world where our physical attributes are often used to define our personality, and our worth.

One thing we ALL share, as women, not just lesbians, is that we were at best dissatisfied that we have breasts starting as soon as they begin to form. I was 7 when mom told me I had to wear a shirt outside. Wow was I pissed. AND as a 7 years old I knew it had nothing to do with me but everyone seemed just fine with the fact that men were the issue but since we can’t change them we must change our own behavior.

I remember thinking “how is me not wearing a shirt a problem”. Breasts had been neutral for me at that point. Just another part of my body. Once I realized “they” made me different, more vulnerable, more controlled, less “human” than those around me without breasts I turned my hate on my body instead of the people who really were to blame. Just like I was taught, I can’t control the men but I perhaps I could control my body.

I have raised at least 10 teenage daughters (2 are lesbians now) my youngest adopted is 15 and when her other mom told her to put on a shirt in the summer of her 8th birthday, even in our rural yard she looked at me dead in the eye and said “why haven’t you fixed this yet?” (meaning women’s bodies being subject to the eyes and opinions of men). I wonder.. why haven’t we? She is the youngest, but all the others grew from hating their breasts to at least neutral, some really love their bodies and that is lovely.

Lesbians are unique in our dealings of men’s opinions because we never need or want the approval of men in relation to our bodies. The opposite in fact.. we would prefer they see us void of anything they find sexual. Many women, straight, bi, lesbian eventually either learn to give no shits about the opinions of men or they learn to work around that feeling.

Ok.. all that being said, my story. My breasts are B cups, perhaps C’s when I was a bit heavier weight wise. I wore regular bras WITH padding and always as tight as a could to make them less noticeable. When I came out i switched to sports bras because i was embracing being butch and no longer wanted to play the game of wearing “pretty bra” . I never wore tight shirts, always baggy. I wore the tightest bra I could wear to keep my breasts smaller, less visible. FOR YEARS.

Going to a women’s festival opened my eyes to the many ways bodies can be. The many ways BUTCH bodies can exist. Women went topless and NO one sexualized them. (except when appropriate-- like while flirting etc when it was welcomed). Thousands of people, many topless and no one, not one person was oogled, cat called, teased, or otherwise treated as different than someone wearing a shirt. What did they all share? Why was it different than in other places? Women. All women and mostly lesbians. However that did not automatically translate to “I am going back to the real world and giving no fucks about the reality of existing with breasts in our world”. It took time.

I no longer wear a bra just an undershirt. BUT I am in control of where I go, who I interact with most of the time. If I was still at my retail job, I’d probably still wear a bra. I no longer dislike my breasts. I love them. They bring me pleasure, they bring my girlfriend pleasure. They are a lovely part of me BUT that does not mean I am not very aware in public of my nipples being visible or of people noticing I am braless. And I imagine it is harder for women with larger breasts.

Had binders been a “thing”, had I had access to a double mastectomy, or the idea of it i cannot say that would have pursued either. The pattern suggests I would have. But again., neither were on my radar, not options presented to me or encouraged as a way to solve my discomfort.

I have three friends who have had elective double mastectomies. And many who had one to prevent or remove cancer. Several of them suffer consistent and painful nerve damage that is not treatable, is quite common, is unpredictable (they can’t know who will have it) and possibly life long. Of the three who were trying to alleviate the distress of dysphoria, all three regret the decision and none of them are over 30 yet. These women are all lesbians. Those who had the surgery because of cancer are thrilled to be happy and alive with less worry, although they do deal with nerve issues and mourn the loss of a part of their body.

I have a few trans men friends, although we are not close. A couple of them have had double mastectomies but their thoughts or feelings have not come up, we are just not close enough for such a personal discussion and none have had the surgery for more than 2 years. I have had lots of older lesbians friends (and a few younger) who did get breast reduction surgery and their health and mental health were both improved. Their backs are better, their clothes fit better and they feel more active, less self conscious with out the physical risks of a full mastectomy.

The easy answer and what I WANT to say, is be patient, find lots of older lesbians friends to show you your body is neutral, men are the problem. Give yourself time to understand that your breasts are as butch as the rest of you. They are a natural part of your body and how you are meant to be. Also, I know there is not an easy answer. Men will continue to exist. They will continue to sexualize lesbians (with or without breasts). I didn’t outgrow wishing my breasts could just disappear(in public settings) until my 40′s but it got easier and easier to sort of “live with it”. I am many times over grateful for my healthy breasts now.

Seek therapy.. and not someone who will just go along with what ever you say. My therapists works me hard. She makes me answer the hard questions. She has me vocalize things that I don’t even want to admit in my head let alone out loud. Find one like that. Find one who is willing to explore all the reasons your breasts cause you distress. Then, if you decide to proceed, you can do so knowing you were worth the hard work and you can feel more confident in making an informed decision. Don’t make any decisions based on the opinions of men. Your body. YOUR decision. Write that down on a post it and keep it somewhere you will see it.

If you would like to speak to some others who are struggling with how you feel or want to talk to lesbians who can tell you about their double mastectomies, DM me, perhaps I can connect you.

If anyone wants to add their experience in the notes please be kind. No judgement for anyone making such a difficult decision.

One last thing to this long post. From one butch to another. I care about you and I am saddened and angry at bull shit you have to wade through in this world. I get it. You are not alone.

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whoiskt · 2 years

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End-of-year questions for 2021 under cut

1: What did you do in 2021 that you’d never done before?

Lots of running related based ones so I'll just say the biggest accomplishment which was running a 5k, without hardly stopping to walk. Got my passport finally. Went the furthest East I've ever been. Finished and wore an entirely handmade cosplay. I worked 9 days in a row which was horrible. See, not all new experiences are good 😅

2: Did you keep your new year’s resolutions, and will you make more for next year?

My resolution was to stop saying "I think" so much, especially when I was completely sure. Confidence-based thing yet. I've gotten better but I still mess up.

What matters most to me going into the new year is getting out and doing stuff. I want to go out more and just do more of everything. So, my resolution will probably be something related. Thinking of making weekly goals even?

3: Did anyone close to you give birth?

Nooope.

4: Did anyone close to you die?

Also, no!

5: What countries did you visit?

I stayed right where I am, thank you continued global pandemic.

6: What would you like to have in 2022 that you lacked in 2021?

(Leans into mic) a career, please. AND ALL THE FOO FIGHTERS MERCH (the character not the band)

7: What dates from 2021 will remain etched upon your memory, and why?

You overestimate my memory.

8: What was your biggest achievement of the year?

I made a friend :) and many people have told me that the pictures I took of them was their all-time fave which means so much to me 💕

9: What was your biggest failure?

Eh, probably not finding a job still but that's acting like I haven't given up which most of the time I have. I study and practice for interviews but I'm just not a smooth talker. Just isn't cutting it, I guess.

10: Did you suffer illness or injury?

I got sick 3 times this year!! THREE! And they were all pretty nasty. I hate working in retail, oh my god.

11: What was the best thing you bought?

My phone. Although it was a gift... But I was prepared to buy it myself.

I also rocked at Christmas gifting this year. 🤟 Hell yeah!

12: Whose behavior merited celebration?

I love my boyfriend so I'm always inclined to say Will. He's so nice to me 🥲

I also enjoy the people who stand up for themselves. One little example of this was there was a new boss at work who was helping a customer who swore at him and he shut it down like, "Ma'am I'm trying to help you but if you're going to use language like that then we're done here and you can shop elsewhere." Mad respect.

13: Whose behavior made you appalled?

So, so many people. Definitely the guy who was revealed to only being hanging out with us to get to this one girl, cheated on his girlfriend with her, and messed up our friend group. I'd legit slash his tires but I hold back.

14: Where did most of your money go?

Damn, I don't even KNOW sometimes.

15: What did you get really, really, really excited about?

Going back to in-person events. Vacation. Ugh, I just love being in hotels away from home. So magical.

16: What song will always remind you of 2021?

Probably the big Lil Nas X songs released this year.

17: Compared to this time last year, are you: (a) happier or sadder? (b) thinner or fatter? Richer or poorer?

Probably happier? Bring quarantined was not fun. Probably about the same, idk. Also still probably about the same, haha. Richer in having more stuff, I guess?

18: What do you wish you’d done more of?

Chores. But in that way where I more wish they were done by past me rather than current me having to do them. Ya know?

19: What do you wish you’d done less of?

Sweat. 😅

20: How did you spend Christmas?

Usual Christmas with the family back home. I will never do anything different.

21: Did you fall in love in 2021?

I fall more in love everyday and it fucking rocks.

22: What was your favorite TV program?

Some things I enjoyed this year: Mob Psycho, Invincible, HunterxHunter, New Girl, Castlevania, Schitt's Creek, Demon Slayer, The Queen's Gambit, Attack on Titan, and Doctor Stone. Did a lot of rewatching this year too 😅

23: Do you hate anyone now that you didn’t hate this time last year?

Yes 😒

24: What was the best book you read?

I haven't been reading books but I got Dune for Christmas so I'm gonna read that soon. I read Chainsaw Man and loved that, though.

25: What was your greatest musical discovery?

Not sure I branched it too much this year? Or I branched so much out and forgot to discover?

26: What did you want and get?

Foo Fighters merch increased from 2 extremely obscure keychain/figure, to now several things. I haven't actually bought any of them yet though.

27: What did you want and not get?

A jooooooob 😔

28: What was your favorite film of this year?

I have some catching up to do because quite a few films I wanted to see I accidentally missed their run in theaters. Spiderman was pretty good. I'm glad Tom Holland finally got his own movie since the previous Spiderman movies were more about Ironman than him. I also enjoyed Free Guy.

29: What one thing that made your year immeasurably more satisfying?

Stone Ocean announcement and first batch of episodes dropped.

30: How would you describe your personal fashion concept in 2021?

Target apparel. Pretty much exclusively. 😂 Using that discount.

31: What kept you sane?

Foo Fighters animated. Vacation planning. Periodically melting down. Socializing (even when I didn't want to).

Going for walks/runs.

32: Which celebrity/public figure did you fancy the most?

None but I keep seeing the actor who plays Winston in New Girl everywhere in ads and I scream every time. Not for the actor. For Winston.

33: What political issue stirred you the most?

Hm, well abortion access is back under threat this year. Worker's rights. Vaccination. Fatphobia. Transphobia. I don't know I get stirred by a lot of things it's probably not good for me mentally.

34: Who did you miss?

I miss many people. Some I'm not sure I know. Will's in the other room right now and I miss him.

35: Tell us a valuable life lesson you learned in 2021.

It's all about connecting with people who are open to growth. It's about consistently dedicating yourself to personal change. I suck at that but it's true. (Kinda knew this already but! Sometimes you gotta learn a lesson multiple times.)

Not the best year for my social anxiety. It is deadass so hard to become my friend right now because I don't trust anyone. What I realized about closing myself off to people is it doesn't hurt any less when the "betrayal" comes. It doesn't feel like a bullet dodged, it's still a wound.

So, it's not about avoiding people. It's about finding the right ones.

36: Quote a song lyric that sums up your year.

#lifeblogging #year in review

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comeonthinkers · 3 years

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The Constant Struggle of Cuteness

I feel like, this morning, I need to talk about body image. Body image, and the constant barrage of conflicting messages around body image that I, as a midsize woman, receive and dissect every day.

First of all: midsize. Was this even a term five years ago? As “plus size” has become more ubiquitous and more accepted in the past decade, “fat” has been reclaimed, and “curvy” is suddenly more of a feeling than a descriptor, the terms I used to identify with as a teenager now, somehow, no longer apply to me anymore. I’m not sure what happened in the past decade; in high school I distinctly remember almost always being the largest woman in the room. Since then, whether it’s due to perception, self-confidence, age, awareness, or just... overall changes in the population, I now find myself distinctly in the middle.

Note: I’ve been a size 12-16 my entire post-adolescent life. For one brief stint after college I could fit into a size 10. But before and since, 14 has been the mainstay numeral in my wardrobe. My steady friend and most accurate guesstimate across brands as to what my body may fit.

14, despite being the most (so I’m told) “common” size amongst women, was for many years infamous for being the most left-out, in-between size in clothing stores. In juniors’ stores (marketed toward teens: your Charlotte Russe’s and Forever 21′s), 14 would translate to the non-existent XXL: with “XL” usually falling in the “12″ range. In Plus Size or Women’s stores, 14 is a 0X; 1X is most commonly measured around a “16″ size.

About 5 years ago I found a fashion youtuber who made a video decrying the variation of a size 12 across different brands. And I’ll agree: sizes vary a lot from brand to brand, despite there being a base similarity in most big brand stores. She, like me, found herself living in this dreaded size 12-14 fashion purgatory, this no-womans-land of sizes. And even here! The numbers can’t be trusted!

She called herself “midsize”. She looked a lot like me. And at last, I had a label I could consistently search and see body types that I could identify with. From what I can tell, midsize is the chosen moniker for fashion influencers sizes 8-16, with of course, varying body shapes and compositions. For example, many of the folks I follow on instagram that claim “midsize” wear a VERY different bra size from me- so to find “fashion inspiration” I can actually act upon from midsize influencers, I also have to bring in a few accounts that allow for more top-heavy-friendly designs.

Despite all of the overwhelming positivity and diversity now available to me as a midsize woman (for example, almost all plus-size brands now start at a size 10-12 (00X-0X), and most “regular” retail brands now extend to a XXL), I can’t help but go back to my first observation: I’m no longer the largest woman in the room. While I don’t consider myself particularly unhealthy, I also know I’m not passing any presidential fitness tests any time soon. I find it difficult to run for extended periods of time. My joint strength isn’t nearly what it should be to support my weight. While muscular, I have a lot of extraneous body fat that adds strain to my daily life, and all my body’s systems: skeletal, endocrine, muscular, cardiovascular. This isn’t good. I’ve worked for years to try to find ways to get stronger, lose weight, and improve my overall health- in fact, the difficulty I faced when trying to lose weight was what led me to discover that I have PCOS and a few hormonal hurdles to maintaining a healthy body weight.

But when I try to research how best to approach health and weight loss with PCOS, the studies are few and far between- and when available are fairly inconclusive and far from thorough. I’m left to follow MORE accounts of personal success stories, all of which are biased toward one product or another, one lifestyle brand or book tour, all of which are antithetical to every other product, book, or brand I’ve seen before.

On the one hand, I’m grateful to see more body types represented in the media. It IS helpful to my self-esteem to normalize the bodies of women both my size and larger than me (even if there’s still a prevalence of too-smooth skin and too-round belly buttons). But I also worry about how we tend to conflate feeling good about ourselves to being healthy. They aren’t the same. And we’re letting commercial forces tell us that it’s okay to be unhealthy even when attempting to BE healthy: mentally or physically.

Time to come clean here: for the past year, I’ve been experimenting on and off with a carnivore lifestyle, which, OBVIOUSLY, many people assume is super unhealthy, much like the stigma around Atkins in the early 2000′s. Honestly, it feels a lot like Atkins did back in the day: lots of bacon, burgers, steak, and eggs. Quite literally “zero-carb”, as opposed to just “low-carb”. While low-carb isn’t really new anymore, and many people can see carnivore as a logical step past the surprisingly universally accepted ketogenic diet, I was amazed to discover just how much the “science” of the trendier diets of the past decade (paleo, keto, whole-30) don’t match up to the scientific, accepted nutritional advice of the actual medical community.

Last year I started going to a weight-loss clinic at the behest of my OB-GYN in an attempt to get my PCOS and weight “under control”. I’m gonna spoil most of the rest of this rant by saying this was a pretty dumb idea for someone like me. This clinic was created around those with extreme weight issues, for whom psychological care and bariatric surgery are the most “effective” forms of treatment (again, according to the health care system that seems determined to sell it, but I’ll talk more about THAT another time). The nutritionist I met with gave me the same spiel I’d read time and time again from every weight-loss specialist book I’d bought, despite me relaying to her my decades-long struggle with traditional diets and fat-loss strategies. A ketogenic diet was never recommended to me, nor any kind of actual dietary changes to help with hormone balance/control: I was prescribed metformin (a drug for insulin resistance most commonly prescribed to type 2 diabetics) and told to eat a low-fat, high-fiber diet.

I didn’t lose any weight. My periods didn’t regulate. I just stopped gaining weight as fast... although I did eventually gain back the 12 pounds I’d lost from my first 2 months on carnivore.

The truth is, that treatment plan, that clinic... it doesn’t exist for someone who is trying to change their body chemistry. It might work for folks that are so obese that literally ANY form of mindful eating will help them lose 200 pounds. But let’s be real: if I lost 200 pounds, I’d weigh 6 pounds. I’m a tall, muscular woman with some fat that has tried all the recommended diets for fat loss. Through them all, I fight cravings and energy loss, mood swings, and all the symptoms that come with PCOS. The ONLY thing I’ve found in the past 10 years that actually helps with my PCOS?

Regular exercise, stress management, and a carnivore diet.

I’ll also point out that when I DID lose a considerable amount of weight after college (due to what I think was a combination of 1. getting enough sleep for once, 2. intermittent fasting, and 3. regular hiking), it was also easier for me to maintain my weight and many of my PCOS symptoms went away. It wasn’t until I switched to a HORMONAL BIRTH CONTROL method that I then gained back all of the weight I lost (and then some) and once again began fighting uncontrolled PCOS symptoms. They compounded on each other, and made it harder and harder to get back to any kind of “normal”.

So, I’m back on carnivore. In addition to more stable energy, noticeable reduction of PCOS symptoms, and slight weight loss, I also just... hurt a lot less on carnivore. Along this journey I’ve finally realized that I do in fact have a chronic pain problem. Whether it’s due to chronic inflammation, past injuries, or food sensitivities, I’m not really sure: but I know when I eat carnivore, my chronic pain all but goes away. Recently, I’ve been recovering from a back injury, so there was of course some pain associated with that (as well as a break from regular exercise, which I plan to get back to once I’m cleared by my chiropractor), but the daily body aches, numbness, and discomfort?

Gone.

I’ve got regular periods when I eat this way- like, ACTUALLY one a month like I’m supposed to have. My facial hair growth slows down, even thins out. My focus improves. I sleep better, and actually follow a normal circadian rhythm. What’s total bananas is that I’m not the only one who experiences this: MANY folks who’ve tried this way of eating report daily quality of life improvements.

I’m not going to say everyone should eat this way; I’m not even going to suggest that everyone with PCOS should eat this way. But I WOULD love to see some actual RESEARCH done on this way of eating- or even better research on a ketogenic diet! I’m so frustrated by the lack of medical research on nutrition, and in particular the lack of action to curb the universally-accepted-to-be-unhealthy nutrition standards in America. While I won’t say it’s hard to eat carnivore (cause like, all diets are hard), I have noticed over the years that NO ONE IN OUR COUNTRY IS HEALTHY anymore- except for those whose JOB it is to be healthy. And this isn’t a coincidence!! Almost all cultures that have adopted American corporatized food structures are chronically unhealthy, and much, much more fat than they used to be.

I agree that being fat isn’t always a personal failing, and I’m so, SO glad that more and more figures in our media diets are representing the diverse catalogue of body shapes and sizes reflected in our world. I’m happy that my future daughter won’t be fat-shamed the same way I was as a little girl, and that she likely won’t be told (like I was) that she’s too fat to be what she wants to be when she grows up, despite not actually being all that fat.

BUT. Fat representation is not the hill I want to literally die on. I’m not willing to throw my health, my comfort, my ability to be active, away for my “right” to eat ice cream every day. I’m sick of being marketed to constantly as a garbage disposal. I’m not just here to eat and diet and wear clothes.

I’m here to LIVE. I’m here to plant gardens and make art and take walks and enjoy the seasons. And I can’t do a lot of those things if I’m constantly sick and in pain. And it’s way harder to enjoy not being sick and not being in pain when all we know to do as a society when spending time together is... eat food.

What frustrates me is, I think so much of this really comes down to marketing, corporate profit-mongering, and the way our political system is set up to make laws for companies instead of people. I think capitalism is making us fat and unhealthy, to sell us sugar and diets and medicine and surgeries in an endless cycle of crap. I don’t really have much more to say on that, I don’t have sources, except like... well, look around you. Look at the system we have. Look at what we’re told to do to escape it. And look at how many forces are there to take us right back to the beginning of the roller coaster when we have a little success.

Side note/conspiracy theory time: I actually think liposuction might be a more safe and effective (literally EFFECTIVE not just safe) form of “weight loss surgery” in helping folks with actual, permanent weight loss. Hear me out: while I will fully admit I can’t remember where I read any of this (as I’ve read so many scores of information regarding health and weight loss over my lifetime), I seem to remember body fat working something like this: it’s really easy for your body to make new fat cells, but very difficult for your body to destroy them. So, when you gain fat, it first occurs by your body filling your fat cells with fat, until they can’t hold anymore, and then your body makes new fat cells, which makes it easier for your body to hold onto said fat. The best way to “reset” your body’s fat threshold is to literally destroy or remove the fat cells. And, I assume, if you adopt more healthy habits AFTER having liposuction, your body would be less likely to create more fat cells than it was when you lived an unhealthy lifestyle.

Bariatric surgery is incredibly invasive and dangerous, and almost always ends up reversed by bad habits and your body’s natural ability to STORE FAT AND STRETCH YOUR STOMACH. It’s a temporary solution, and often proves to be ineffective in the long term, and leads to many unfortunate complications over time, not to mention the recovery from that surgery is LONG and TOUGH.

But liposuction (the most COMMON FORM OF PLASTIC SURGERY, I’ll add), is the only “weight loss” procedure (despite not being labeled as such- it’s “cosmetic surgery” even though it most definitely WOULD result in weight loss, right?) that actually removes fat from your body. Literally takes the fat cells away so your body can’t fill them up again, without once again needing to create more.

But bariatric surgery is covered by insurance, and liposuction isn’t... despite the fact that removing weight and fat from the body would be a more instant and potentially effective cure for obesity and its underlying symptoms, and being a simpler procedure overall, as well as extremely common.

So like... why is being fat something poor people are forced to endure dangerous surgery and super long recoveries and lifetime habit changes to overcome, but rich people just get to have their fat vacuumed away? Sounds sus to me.

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katiesthoughtson · 3 years

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22 Lessons I’ve Learned in 22 Years

In honor of my impending 22nd birthday, I decided to do one of my favorite things and self-reflect. I’ve complied this list of some important lessons I’ve learned over the past 22 years. Please enjoy.

1. Just do the thing.

There are so many experiences I’ve wanted to do that I’ve put qualifications on – ‘I’ll do that when I’m older/fitter/more confident.’ I’ve also had the habit of thinking that I can’t do something because it’s outside of a trend or an aesthetic that I’m trying to achieve. I’m a little bit ashamed to even admit that last statement, but it’s the truth.

I now try to keep myself conscious of when I’m having those thoughts and reframing them. There are, naturally, things that I have to save money or wait until I’m legally allowed to do something. However, for the most part, I can do these things now. I can wear that dress or those shorts now. I can learn what an IRA and an ETF and a mutual bond are now. I can be happy now. Not when I’m older or in a new city or achieve a certain goal. I can be happy now.

2. Doing things alone is not unbearable and can even be fun.

One of my most vivid memories of my Disney College Program was my first alone trip to a Disney Park. It was something I put on my bucket list, so I figured I had to get it done. I boarded the infamous CP bus and headed to Epcot, promising myself the entire way, like a mantra, that I could leave as soon as I felt uncomfortable and stopped having fun. I could enter the park, walk around, and leave, if that were all I wanted to do.

I ended up spending almost the entire day at Epcot, thoroughly enjoying my own company and taking my sweet time exploring every nook of the World Showcase (my personal favorite activity during my Disney Days). I love being able to do things at my own pace. In a real twist of fate, I even got to the point where I would intentionally turn down plans with others to have a day to myself in the parks. I’ve tried to continue this practice outside of Walt Disney World – movies, restaurants, parks, shopping. And I’ve had fun doing it.

3. Sticking to what I think is right is worth it in the end.

There are times, in all of our lives, when we are challenged between what we want to do and what others want us to do. It’s hard to stick to what you believe is right, the values that you hold deeply, in the face of adversity, but it’s well worth it. Keep at it.

4. Some things simply don’t matter as much as I think they will.

a. I’ve agonized over so many things – hard conversations and grades and mistakes at work – and honestly…they’ve almost always went better than anticipated. I’ve had hard conversations that have improved my relationships, not ruined everything like I feared. I honestly can’t remember most of my grades, especially from high school. I’ve spent weekends worrying about a mistake I might’ve made at work, just to come in on Monday and be told it wasn’t a big deal. Overthinking and I are close friends, but often, it’s very wrong.

5. Most of the good things in life require risking some degree of failure.

There’s a lot of failure associated with putting yourself out there in search of the goals you want. It takes strings of bad dates and ghosts in order to find someone that you really connect with. It takes endless rejection letters and interview ghosts to find a job that works. Choosing the safer path, the path that offers less rejection and pain, might seem like a good choice, but it comes with the sacrifice of missing all the beautiful things that could result too.

6. Mental healthcare is a very real necessity.

I’ve learned a lot about mental health since my initial discovery of the topic 4 years ago. Lately, I’ve been trying to reinforce mental healthcare in a proactive and reactive way. I have started to incorporate healthy behaviors in my daily routine, like meditation, yoga, and journaling. I have also started taking care of myself when I notice dips in my mental health. I used to have the terrible habit of telling myself that I could just push through it, but now, I stop and take care of the small things to genuinely try to feel better. I drink a glass of water, do something I enjoy, eat a snack. It is well worth it for me to take an hour to step aside, take care of myself, and get back to work, rather than keep trying to do things while my brain is screaming at me the whole time.

7. Making one small positive change can go a long way.

This is another recent mental health tip I heard lately and it’s been so helpful, even in the short time it’s been in my practice. As soon as I notice my mood dip or my anxiety start to build, I change something in my physical environment to make things just 1% lighter. I might light a candle, change into comfier clothes, drink a smoothie, or listen to a favorite song. All of these engage my senses and make my environment a bit better. No, it’s not curing the mental illness, but it’s a mood booster in a small way and sometimes, that’s enough.

8. Real friends grow with you. The friendship will not always feel the same because people change, but if you’re lucky, the friends will stay.

The friends that I currently have in my life are some of the longest friendships I’ve always had. After years of school with people moving or growing out of touch, this is the first time that I can look at my group of best friends and proudly say that I’ve known all of them for 3+ years. Naturally, we are not all the same people we were when we first met, but my friends and I have grown with each other through life’s challenges and successes. Our dynamics have shifted. The way we communicate has changed. But our friendship is still there and it’s beautiful.

9. I have never regretted a learning opportunity – a good book, podcast, seminar, event, etc.

This is a true Ravenclaw trait right here, but I love learning. I have never regretted any opportunity to learn, even if it’s not in my particular fields of interest. I loved my general education requirements in college because they gave me so many opportunities to learn and become more well-rounded. I attended random on-campus seminars and learned so much, even when I walked in knowing nothing about the topic. Now, in my post-graduation days, I still try to find opportunities to learn with books and podcasts and I’ve never regretted any of it.

10. There is no shame in making things easier (even if that requires sacrificing the aesthetic).

Literally this is just about wearing sweatpants and leggings. I used to feel that I always had to dress up or I’d be wasting the day, but I’ve had many, many productive, positive days while wearing leggings. It’s just easier.

11. Things that are popular are popular because they’re good. There’s no point in not liking something just because it’s ‘popular.’ (I’m referring to Taylor Swift here.)

For a long time, I never liked to admit that I liked ‘popular’ things. I’ve been listening to Taylor Swift since elementary school, but finally admitted that I liked Taylor Swift last year. There’s no shame in liking the popular things because they’re popular for a reason – they’re good. (Side note: I’ve made and rekindled so many friendships thanks to Taylor Swift, so it’s also a great bonding experience.) So here I am – turning in my hipster card – and proudly proclaiming that I like Taylor Swift and Starbucks and white nail polish and all kinds of pop music and there’s nothing wrong with any of that.

12. Setting boundaries over your time is essential.

I’ve learned that I need to stop having so many distractions. In particular, social media has sucked my time away. Setting time limits on my apps is one of the best changes I’ve made for myself and my time. I have 10 minutes on Twitter, 20 minutes on Instagram, and 25 minutes on TikTok a day. This has helped me be more mindful, instead of endlessly doomscrolling, and has given me a sense of control over my time again. How lovely.

13. One break from routine will not ruin my progress.

Last night, I didn’t dry my hair before going to bed. I was tired after working out, hopped in the shower, and then went right to bed. My hair, albeit, was a mess this morning, but it didn’t ruin anything. A night without flossing isn’t the end of the world. My teeth will be okay. My habit will be okay. I can pick up right where I left off.

14. Perhaps it’s all just about trial and error to discover what works for me.

I’ve had many expectations about how things would go – from internships to my career to dating – and been incredibly surprised by the reality. I had an ideal list of qualities for a romantic partner, only to go on a series of dates, and have to reconstruct the list entirely. I had to see how I actually fit with different people to determine what I was really looking for. The same goes with jobs. I’ve had plenty of jobs over the years and I’ve had to piece together what I like and dislike about each of them to inform my next moves. For example, after years of retail, I pined over a desk job. My current position is exactly that and yet, I’ve discovered that I kind of miss the busyness and the action. I never would’ve known that, however, if I didn’t try the alternative.

15. I actually like being outdoors.

This is a recent quarantine discovery. I spent my entire life thinking that I didn’t like being outside. It was even a joke among my family members – that I never went outside. You still probably won’t found me outside on extreme weather days, but I have found a love for a walk around a park, reading outside at sunset, or the refreshing feeling of walking through a rainstorm.

16. Advocating for myself is hard and very uncomfortable and sometimes an upward battle, but it feels very empowering in the end.

It takes a while for some people to believe or trust you. It’s a hard process, especially when you know something is wrong, but others don’t see it. However, the persistence makes all the difference. It’s worth it to keep going until you find the support you deserve.

17. Being in pain is never okay.

Another one of my bad habits was delaying treatment for pain, both physical and mental, for as long as I could. One of my goals in 2020 was to take care of my ailments as soon as they occur and it’s been such a relief. (I am incredibly privileged to have access to healthcare and a way to pay for it.) Instead of waiting until my symptoms leave me wiped out, I focus on prevention and helping myself when things only feel a little bad, instead of continuing to push until it was unbearable.

Also – if a doctor belittles or ignores your pain, leave. Just walk out of the office. Ignore them and find someone who does care. This quote comes directly from a doctor I spoke to last year, who after being ignored for an endless amount of time regarding my pain, hit me with this powerful statement and it’s stuck with me ever since. I’m incredibly grateful for her and her attention to my care.

18. The beginning sucks.

During a transition, the beginning is not going to be easy. The first days in a new job are going to feel chaotic and overwhelming. The first days in a new city are going to feel lonely. With time, it always gets better. The beginning is only a temporary phase and I just need to adjust.

19. Everyone is working at their own pace. I’m on my own pace and that’s okay. Things unfold as they are supposed to.

One of the most confusing things about being in your 20s, for me, is that everyone is at a completely different stage in their life. I find myself often comparing my progress in certain areas of life to my friends or people online, when we’re all on our own trajectory. Everything will come to me when it’s right and rushing the process wouldn’t help me. Patience is a virtue.

20. Some people make me feel warm and fuzzy inside and those relationships are incredibly, profoundly meaningful.

My favorite feeling is when I leave someone after spending time with them or hang up the phone on a Facetime call and feel incredibly warm. I can’t stop smiling or replaying our conversation. It feels like I’m consumed with light. That’s the feeling that I want to nurture. I’m so happy there are people in my life who make me feel this way.

21. “Feel the fear and do it anyway.”

I am often afraid of big decisions and making those leaps. Moving to Florida. Moving to Florida again. Switching majors. Applying to graduate school. Actually deciding to enroll in graduate school. I’ve been afraid of the unknowns involved in all of these big life changes, but did them anyway. I’m so grateful that I stuck through each of them, pushed through the fear, took care of myself in the transitions, and emerged better for it every time.

22. I’m 22 and don’t actually know that much at all.

I feel a lot of ways about turning 22. I’m equal parts excited and intimated, but here we are. I’ve learned a lot in these past years and I know that I have so much more to learn. Who knows – maybe in the future, I’ll even look back at this list and disagree with these lessons. I’ll think back on this time in my life with a fond nostalgia, appreciating my naivety. But for now, all I can do is embrace what I think I know and keep moving forward. There’s a beauty to youthfulness, to not knowing what’s going on, to stumbling through life, and I don’t want to miss any of it.

So here’s to another chapter of life. I’ll make the wrong decision sometimes. I’ll make the right decision other times. There will be curveballs and winding roads and pain, but there will also be magic and light and resilience. I can only hope that 22 will be kind.

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utterlyinevitable · 3 years

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Sorry if this is insensitive I don’t mean it to be and feel free to ignore this if it is. You said that your abortions were two different experiences. Can you explain what you mean? Again sorry if this isn’t something that should be asked and sorry you had to go through this you’re so strong to talk about it ♥️

I’m okay with talking about it.

I’m not going to go into the full details because it’s... a lot. So I’ll just outline the differences.

took a test at 7 weeks when i started getting nauseous and realized something was going on because i couldn’t poop. didn’t even realize i missed my period tbh, i was so busy working 50 hours a week in a shit retail job.

hubs was at uni when i took the test at like 10am before i went to work, i remember texting him “are you doing anything important”, he responded “no really” and then i sent him a picture of the very very obviously positive test. then i went to work like nothing was happening. and the moment i stepped in the break room to put my things in a locker i broke down into disgusting sobs.

i knew i was pregnant before i took the test - you know, before you know. your body knows and your brain kinda gets it. i just didn’t want to believe it.

it was an easy choice just because i felt AWFUL i got real sick real fast and ended up having to take 6 weeks off of work. Luckily the UK has SSP even if it’s like $80 a week. everything about it was just me not being able to wait until i got my body back. body going into shock and not being able to poop for 5 months is not fun.

it took for fucking ever to see a doctor. the one thing i cannot stand about the nhs is the location grid on healthcare. i went to two clinics that were a 10-12 minute walk from my apartment - both had me sit around for an hour+ and fill out paperwork just for me to get into the room with the gp and them go ‘sorry we can’t treat you bc you don’t live in this postcode’. eventually i got an appointment at my boroughs clinic almost two weeks later and 3 train stops away. i was just under the cut off for the pills but because of how malnourished (i had hyperemesis and couldn’t eat or drink anything either) i was, they wouldn’t let me take it and scheduled a surgical for 14 weeks.

in that time i was admitted to the hospital a bunch for IVs and strong laxatives. also kinda got attached to the thing which fucked up my mental health even more.

in short: the whole thing was a trainwreck. i liked the surgery because the recovery time was quick and i barely bled afterwards.

took it 10 days after my missed period. i’ve gotten better at tracking my cycle in two years and can tell you exactly when we conceived. i didn’t feel pregnant like i did the last time.

we took the test together. i peed on it and he was in charge of tracking the time and checking the result. i was in hardcore denial and just did not accept it. 0 emotions towards it. i made a gp consult for the next morning, thinking that a blood test would be better bc this is probably my hormones acting up and there’s no way this is positive.

obviously i was wrong and i had a little cry after the appointment. we took the week to just let it settle and not rush through the decision. knowing how the last one went and where we are in our lives and the pandemic, we decided to terminate.

at 6 weeks i went to the doctor and was given the pills (and why tf did no one tell me they go up ur cooch until i was in the office ready????). it’s three weeks later and i’m still bleeding a bit.

in short: less traumatic, lots of denial, tons of love in this house.

#personal #Anonymous #asked #he only gets me pregnant when we move house 🙄

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queen-ofnewyork · 3 years

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Review of d’Alba’s Vital Spray Serum

d'Alba is a Korean brand that aims to give its customers a luxurious, sensory experience. They create products to match each season, including the “skin gourmet” line that’s inspired by dishes made with white truffles. Their Vital Spray Serum is designed to reduce redness and inflammation and it's meant to help your skin look smoother and silkier. Key ingredients include rosehip fruit oil (moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, brightening, firming, soothing, adds vitality), rose geranium flower oil (astringent, tightens, brightens, clears away dead skin cells, soothing), rose flower oil (hydrating, anti-aging, minimizes the appearance of scars), cherry flower extract (antioxidant, soothing, promotes smooth and supple skin, anti-aging, whitening), 10,000ppm of white truffle extract (rich in vitamin C, brightening, fades dark spots, nourishing, hydrating, skin repairing) and pomegranate fruit extract (antioxidant, maintains skin health, moisturizing, aids in cell regeneration, nourishing, hydrating, anti-aging, anti-inflammatory). This product retails for between $25-30 USD, you can get it here for $33 + shipping (free on Prime). If you buy it through the link above there is currently an 11% off coupon to use and you’ll receive samples and a headband for free. If you leave a review on their Amazon page you’ll receive another serum for free.

Ingredients

Water, Isododecane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycereth-26, Tuber Magnatum (Piedmont White Truffle) Extract (10,000ppm), Butylene Glycol, Polypropylsilsesquioxane, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon (Gromwell) Root Extract, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Betaine, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Rosa Canina (Rosehip) Fruit Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Fruit Extract, Glyceryl Glucoside, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Disodium EDTA, Tocopherol, Adenosine, Saccharide Isomerate, Glycerin, Pelargonium Graveolens (Rose Geranium) Flower Oil, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Eclipta Prostrata (False Daisy) Extract, Xylitylglucoside, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Arginine, Anhydroxylitol, Artemisia Annua (Sweet Wormwood) Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera (Lotus) Flower Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Saccharomyces Ferment, Xylitol, Melia Azadirachta (Chinaberry) Leaf Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Anthemis Nobilis (Roman Chamomile) Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa (Roselle) Flower Extract, Melissa Officinalis (Lemon Balm) Extract, Olea Europaea (Olive) Leaf Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus (Camel Grass) Extract, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Extract, Mentha Suaveolens (Apple Mint) Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Glucose, Rose Flower Oil, Moringa Oleifera Seed Oil, Prunus Serrulata (Japanese Cherry) Flower Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Origanum Vulgare (Oregano) Extract, Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Potassium Hyaluronate, Fragrance, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Linalool, Hexyl Cinnamal, Limonene, Citronellol, Geraniol

To quickly note, I received this for a small fee from 0.8 Liter for my honest review, this post is not sponsored.

This product contains 100 ml (3.38 oz) and has a light floral scent.

The spray comes in a sturdy, plastic spray bottle with a very fine mister.

The spray serum is extremely lightweight and very watery.

Once absorbed, it helps to plump and hydrate the skin.

Recommended use is immediately after cleansing your face, shake the product up and down 3-5 times to thoroughly mix the ingredients and then close your eyes. Hold the bottle 30 cm (about 12 inches) from the face and gently spray 4-5 times over the face and then gently pat skin to help absorption. After using, I really like the format of the serum, that there is mister and it feels more hygienic to me. This serum spray does have a fragrance, but it's very slight and I didn't notice any irritation from it. I noticed that it left my skin brighter and healthy. The ingredients are all very nourishing and I feel with long-term use they'll make a huge difference. The mist is very fine, I do personally prefer a much less fine mist, but it's very refreshing and great if that's your preference. This spray is also a multi-use product that can be used as a toner, serum, mist, setting spray, hair mist, and body mist. I'd recommend this to people with red and irritated skin as well as to most skin types.

What I like: the product is really lovely and it has a nice light floral scent. I enjoyed how healthy and dewy it made my skin look. It does a good job of brightening and hydrating. It's super refreshing as well and I really like the ingredients. It's great that can be used in multiple ways because it's a spray. What I don't like: nothing really, but avoid it if you have skin sensitivity to fragrance.

Pros:

Hydrating

Refreshing

Nourishing

Adds a healthy dewy glow

Soothing

Nice ingredients

Comes in mist format

High quality

Lovely light fragrance

Hygienic

Cons:

Fragrance

Would I buy again?

Yes

Rating: 10/10

#d'Alba #Vital Spray Serum #Korean Skincare #review #serum #0.8L review #sensitive skin

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katsujiiccfinds · 5 years

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"Independent Teens" Saturday Job Pack

by missyhissy

I love my independent teens. They always want to get a job and pay for things themselves but I hate the thought of them struggling to catch up with their homework late at night.

So I did something about it. I created 12 Saturday Jobs for your teenage sims! These do not override any teen careers. There is also a bonus Community Service 'job' for your juvenile delinquents.

For these jobs to show up in game, you will need the Nraas Careers Mod. These jobs were made with Patch 1.69 and are all in English and support translations in German and Russian. If you're interested in translating this career, there are instructions at the bottom of the page.

Most of the jobs are base game compatible, however a few do rely on expansions. I give details on each career below.

There are uniforms for each of the jobs. You can edit career outfits with Patch 1.31 and above, so I highly suggest using this feature to give your Sims a uniform of your own choosing.

There are no opportunities. These are considered Part-Time jobs and cannot have opportunities.

The Jobs

The jobs include:

Babysitting

Bartender

Hotel Attendant

Lifeguard

Modelling

Pharmacy Assistant

Retail Assistant

Stablehand

Theatre Attendant

Tutor

Veterinary Assistant

Waiter/Waitress

*Plus Bonus Community Service*

Expansion Packs: Late Night, Pets, University Life & Island Paradise

Download at ModTheSims

Career & Credit Info Below

Babysitter ~ Becoming a babysitter requires a great deal of maturity and responsibility towards the babies, toddlers and children you'll be caring for. Their parents will place a great deal of trust in you. The career is based at the City Hall and is for Teens only. There is only one level since there is little/no chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are two custom tones; Play Games, which builds the Logic skill and Read to Sleep, which builds the Charisma skill. Requires only the Base Game. 1. Toddler Tender ~ Sometimes, parents like to take an evening off and leave their little angels in the hands of a competent babysitter. Well, that babysitter is now you! So keep your chin up, make them smile and you'll be making easy money. But try not to let the tantrums get the better of you! 5/hour 10.00am ~ 4.00pm Saturday Bartender ~ Becoming a bartender could lead to great things in the culinary fields. If you work hard and keep a smile on your face for the customers, you should be set for a great career ahead of you. The career is based at the Bistro and is for Teens only. There are only three levels since there is little chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There is one custom tone; Practice Mixing Drinks, which builds the Mixology skill. This job does promote into my Bartender Career when the sim ages up. Requires Late Night. 1. Table Cleaner ~ Wiping the tables clean seems mundane and if that's what you're thinking, then you're right. It is. But cleaning up after spilt drinks and sticky marks is important and proves your competence when it comes to the hygiene side of restaurants. 4/hour 4.00pm ~ 10.00pm Saturday 2. Waiter ~ It seems boring but lots of your friends are doing it, so it must be good! Serving the drinks to the customers is vital and working on your tableside manners is good practice for when eventually, you'll be allowed to work behind the bar. 5/hour 12.00pm ~ 6.00pm Saturday 3. Bartender ~ Your people skills are good. You're the cheery young bartender most people love to see and talk to and you're gaining skills in mixing drinks all the time. Keep up the good work, you've got some talent there! 7/hour 2.00pm ~ 8.00pm Saturday Hotel Attendant ~ Working in a hotel can be a very rewarding job. You meet a variety of interesting people from far off locations and the work is very varied. Just make sure you smile! The career is based at the Resort and is for Teens only. There are only three levels since there is little chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are two custom tones; Answer Phones, which builds the Charisma skill and Converse With Guests, which also builds the Charisma skill. Requires Island Paradise. 1. Receptionist ~ Answering the phones and booking rooms for customers is about all you're able to do right now. But at least you're earning your own money now! 4/hour 9.00am ~ 5.00pm Saturday 2. Cleaner ~ Whether it's sweeping the dining room floor after a meal or cleaning the rooms after customers have left, the hotel needs plenty of cleaners to keep everything going. 6/hour 8.00am ~ 4.00pm Saturday 3. Waiter ~ Waiting on table during meal times. The pinnacle of hotel part time work. Just try and avoid any small children who may not like their food. 8/hour 11.00am ~ 7.00pm Saturday Lifeguard ~ If saving lives is something you see yourself doing, come along and register for training to become a Lifeguard! The career is based at the Spa and is for Teens only. There are only two levels since there is little chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are two custom tones; Swim Lengths, which builds the Athletic skill and Perform Rescue, which builds the Charisma skill. This job does promote into my Lifeguard career when the sim ages up. Requires only the Base Game. 1. Lifeguard-In-Training ~ Every good leisure centre has a lifeguard to train up and you've volunteered for the role! You want to prove you're a competent swimmer and can easily rescue a sim in even the most dire situations. So listen up, train hard and you'll be a Junior Lifeguard yet! 5/hour 8.00am ~ 1.00pm Saturday 2. Junior Lifeguard ~ You've trained hard and qualified as a Junior Lifeguard. You've done well to get this far and it's not over yet. As a Junior Lifeguard, your responsibilities have trebled and the safety of the members of the public is entirely in your hands on Saturdays. So pay attention! 8/hour 9.00am ~ 5.00pm Saturday Modelling ~ Many young teenage sims dream of becoming popular models. For those who wish to make this dream a reality, this is their opportunity to shine. The career is based at the Theatre and is for Teens only. There are only three levels since there is little chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are two custom tones; Do Yoga, which builds the Athletic skill and Work Out, which also builds the Athletic skill. This job does promote into my Modelling career when the sim ages up. Requires only the Base Game. 1. Jewellery Model ~ The first step for any Supermodel is usually a small one. For you, the first step is modelling the latest jewellery line. People probably won't recognise you but that's okay for now. It's a great start. 6/hour 2.00pm ~ 8.00pm Saturday 2. Advertisement Model ~ The television companies run advertisements to pay their fees. And most advertisements require a model to show off the products and you've been selected to be in the next series of advertisements. Congratulations! 10/hour 9.00am ~ 2.00pm Saturday 3. Fashion Model ~ There's a Teen Fashion Line coming out and you've been approached to model the new line for the catalogues. How exciting! 12/hour 1.00pm ~ 7.00pm Saturday Pharmacy Assistant ~ It's not stimulating work but a job at the pharmacy could lead to bigger things if you stick with it and learn all you can about the medicines available. Come and sign up today as a Pharmacy Assistant! The career is based at the Hospital and is for Teens only. There is only one level since there is little/no chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are two custom tones; Study Medicines, which builds the Logic skill and Talk to Customers, which builds the Charisma skill. This job does promote into my Pharmacist career when the sim ages up. Requires only the Base Game. 1. Cashier ~ The first step to being able to handle medicines for patients is to take the payments and issue the receipts for them. It sounds boring and it probably is but you'll start to learn the ropes of a Pharmacy job and it's getting you work experience all the same! 4/hour 9.00am ~ 5.00pm Saturday Retail Assistant ~ Becoming a retail assistant is something most teenage sims will do at some point. It's varied and works on some very important skills for later life. The career is based at Arsil's Rabbithole 1 and is for Teens only. There are only three levels since there is little chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There is one custom tone; Talk to Customers, which builds the Charisma skill. Requires only the Base Game. 1. Stock Room Organiser ~ Organising the stock room is a job nobody really wants and that's why you?ve been hired to do it. You can't complain really, you're being paid after all. So start rummaging in those boxes ? you never know what treasures you might unearth! 5/hour 9.00am ~ 5.00pm Saturday 2. Fitting Room Attendant ~ Some of the customers have been struggling with fitting the clothes they're interested in, so the manager has hired you as a Fitting Room Attendant. So help the customers out, keep smiling and remember to say ?You look wonderful? when asked for your opinion. 8/hour 9.00am ~ 5.00pm Saturday 3. Cashier ~ Having mastered the stock room and wowed the customers in the fitting rooms, you're manning the cash register with ease. Keep that smile on your face and tell your customers to ?Have a nice day!?. 12/hour 9.00am ~ 5.00pm Saturday Stablehand ~ The stables are always looking for horse enthusiasts to help out cleaning the stables, grooming the horses and exercising them. If you love horses, this could be the job for you! The career is based at the Equestrian Centre and is for Teens only. There are only two levels since there is little chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are two custom tones; Clean Stable, which builds the Handiness skill and Ride Horses, which builds the Riding skill. Requires Pets. 1. Yard Groom ~ You've always loved horses and now you've been offered the opportunity of cleaning their stables after them, learning to brush them and getting to know how to love and care for them. It's rewarding, if backbreaking, work and you're looking forward to it! 4/hour 9.00am ~ 4.00pm Saturday 2. Rider ~ Having learnt all there is to know about horses and their care, you're now learning to ride them! Gaining the trust between you and your equine is a wonderful experience and you're being paid now to teach others how to safely care for, and ride, the horses. 6/hour 12.00pm ~ 6.00pm Saturday Theatre Attendant ~ Assisting at the local theatre is fun, varied work which allows you to be the most knowledgeable on the latest movies and snacks. So come along and sign up. The career is based at the Theatre and is for Teens only. There are only three levels since there is little chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are three custom tones; Talk to Customers, which builds the Charisma skill; Prepare Extra Snacks, which builds the Cooking skill and Advertise Productions, which builds the Social Networking skill. Requires University. 1. Usher ~ It's an important job but ushering at the theatre is not always plain sailing. You'll need extreme patience and impeccable manners to cope with any strops or upsets when the customers don't get quite what they want. But you can do it! 5/hour 10.00am ~ 3.00pm Saturday 2. Snack Attendant ~ Handing out snacks at the theatre would be great if you were allowed to eat them. But alas, you have to stand there and sell them to the theatre goers and hope that you can sneak a snack when nobody's looking! 6/hour 10.00am ~ 4.00pm Saturday 3. Ticket Seller ~ Time to sell the tickets to the theatre. A bit of social networking might be good here because the more people you tell about a production, the more people will come. So get the word out! 7/hour 10.00am ~ 6.00pm Saturday Tutor ~ Fancy yourself as a teacher? Then apply to become a tutor at the local school to help others. The career is based at the School and is for Teens only. There is only one level since there is little/no chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are two custom tones; Devise New Method of Explaining, which builds the Logic skill and Help With Homework, which builds the Charisma skill. This job promotes into my Teaching career when the sim ages up. Requires only the Base Game. 1. Tutor ~ Sometimes, sims don't cope with school as well as they could and that's when their parents call for a tutor to come and help the children to catch up. You are now that tutor and due to your academic excellence, you're qualified enough to help the younger children with their studies. 10/hour 8.00am ~ 3.00pm Saturday Veterinary Assistant ~ Those with a love of animals and healing should think about a Saturday job as a Veterinary Assistant to give them some experience in the work place. The career is based at the Hospital and is for Teens only. There are only three levels since there is little chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are three custom tones; Answer Phones, which builds the Charisma skill; Book Appointments, which builds the Logic skill and Observe, which also builds the Logic skill. This job promotes into my Veterinary career when the sim ages up. Requires only the Base Game. 1. Cleaner ~ Saturdays are busy at the vets and you've been hired as the cleaner. Keep the waiting room clean and tidy, talk to the parrot and soothe the nervous visitors with your calm and caring manner. 5/hour 10.00am ~ 5.00pm Saturday 2. Receptionist ~ Booking the appointments and answering the phone sound simple enough but Saturdays are busy! Keep a close eye on the appointments book and be careful to ensure there is no double booking! 6/hour 8.00am ~ 2.00pm Saturday 3. Assistant ~ Having excelled in the administration side of the veterinary practice, your boss is allowing you to sit in and observe the operations. This will be excellent experience for you should you decide to go ahead and become a vet yourself one day! 8/hour 8.00am ~ 4.00pm Saturday Waiter/Waitress ~ A common Saturday job for teenage sims is waiting on table at the local restaurants. It lets you meet people and work on your charisma skills. The career is based at the Bistro and is for Teens only. There are only three levels since there is little chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are two custom tones; Make Sandwiches, which builds the Cooking skill and Polite Chatter with Customer, which builds the Charisma skill. This job promotes into the Culinary career when the sim ages up. Requires only the Base Game. 1. Kitchen Assistant ~ Not even close to being a chef. But being a Kitchen Assistant is still an important role in the smooth running of any restaurant. So listen to instructions, do as you're told and eventually, that chef's hat could be yours! 4/hour 11.00am ~ 7.00pm Saturday 2. Dishwasher ~ These days, there are appliances that will wash the dishes. But lots of restaurants still employ dishwashers to clean the pots and pans to keep the kitchen flowing. So scrub up! 5/hour 12.00pm ~ 8.00pm Saturday 3. Waiter/Waitress ~ You're now waiting on tables, taking orders and bringing food, then clearing the tables after the customers have gone. Let's just hope they tip you well! 7/hour 11.00am ~ 7.00pm Saturday Community Service ~ Join our community service program, for juvenile delinquents, or just for the charitable among you. The career is based at the City Hall and is for Teens only. There is only one level since there is little/no chance of a promotion in this kind of job. There are no custom tones. Requires only the Base Game. 1. Community Service ~ You're forming part of the Community Service team in your town. Whether you're here serving punishment, or just volunteering to help your local community, you're helping to clean up the town, one piece of graffiti at a time. 0/hour 9.00am ~ 5.00pm Saturday, Sunday Translating I'm not fluent enough in any other languages to translate, so if you're interested in translating this career into your own language, please download the Language Strings file and open in up in Notepad. <KEY>Gameplay/Excel/Careers/CareerList:Example</KEY> <STR>Translate This Text</STR> Do this for the entire file, then attach the translation to a comment and I'll update as soon as possible. These jobs have been tested but if you do run into any problems, don't hesitate to let me know and I'll see what I can do. Additional Credits: Twallan for the Careers mod The NRaas team for keeping the mods updated Reena, roocheysims and Laurabcn for their valuable input during the planning stages.

#mods #ts3 #ts3cc #s3cc #careers #tagged by @katsujiiccfinds

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daniallricciardo · 4 years

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fifty questions you’ve never been asked

I was tagged by @toenialls (always got my back w the tags, thanks boo!!!)

1. what is the colour of your hairbrush? pink

2. a food you never eat? i should get hate for this but I don’t really eat fruit, i had like a bad experience w a glass of apple juice when I was a kid and i literally have a mental block and find it really disgusting.

3. are you typically too warm or too cold? too cold

4. what were you doing 45 minutes ago? Watching Get Out (again lol)

5. what is your favourite candy bar? does reese’s PB cups count? cause if so its those

6. have you ever been to a professional sports event? ya! one of my favorite things to do actually

7. what is the last thing you said out loud? because im mad i have to write this paper!

8. what is your favourite ice cream? mint oreo

9. what was the last thing you had to drink? water

10. do you like your wallet? its fine but I keep way too many old gift cards and other stuff i don’t use in it so its always too thick

11. what was the last thing you ate? I just finished a sushi takeout dinner actually from our favorite small sushi place near us

12. did you buy any new clothes last weekend? nope but i have been online shopping too much during quarantine :(

13. the last sporting event you watched? wow idk... its been so long because of everything being cancelled... It was probably a Bruins hockey game (my baes)

14. what is your favourite flavour of popcorn? I really just like classic butter and salt

15. who is the last person you sent a text message to? @angelikaosiniak 🥰

16. ever go camping? ya im not like a camper but ive done it... last time I did it was actually on Easter Island which was absolutely amazing

17. do you take vitamins? HA no

18. do you go to church every sunday? no i dont believe in anything

19. do you have a tan? nah man i am extremely pale... but i do have a tan line on my stomach from when i literally FRIED myself to death last november... such bad decisioons

20. do you prefer Chinese food or pizza? chinese 4sure

21. do you drink your soda with a straw? ya if its a fountain drink, with a straw for sure

22. what colour socks do you usually wear? I have literally a full rainbow of sock colors but i guess my most common would be dark gray

23. do you ever drive above the speed limit? hahahhha yes... especially on the highway whoops

24. what terrifies you? never finding love

25. look to your left, what do you see? my bedroom mirror

26. what chore do you hate? folding laundry oh my lord

27. what do you think of when you hear an Australian accent? hahaha idk... crikey?

28. what’s your favourite soda? mmmmm diet coke (way better than regular coke)

29. do you go in a fast food place or just hit the drive-thru? i actually dont eat a lot of fast food but i guess drive through?

30. who’s the last person you talked to? my dad

31. favourite cut of beef? hmmmm i guess a filet

32. last song you listened to? everything i wanted - billie eilish

33. last book you read? I mean i have read every fic on earth recently but the last book i finished was The Testaments by Margaret Atwood

34. favorite day of the week? Friday

35. can you say the alphabet backwards? i just tried it and it wasnt fast but i think i did it so fun

36. how do you like your coffee? mostly just a splash of soymilk

37. favourite pair of shoes? my white adidas sneakers

38. at what time do you normally go to bed? 12am-2am

39. at what time do you normally get up? 9-11 am usually, at school usually between 8 and 9:30 tho.

40. what do you prefer, sunrise or sunsets? sunsets

41. how many blankets are on your bed? 2 + my weighted blanket

42. describe your kitchen plates? at school mine are a cool painted blue at home they are pretty plain white

43. do you have a favourite alcoholic beverage? tequila 😍

44. do you play cards? um... i guess? its not like a hobby but I do like to play

45. what colour is your car? red

46. can you change a tire? i guess technically i could

47. what is your favourite state/province? i love where im from (MA) but i just need it to be dropped into Arizona-like weather. I love Arizona but couldnt live there for politics reasons lol

48. favourite job you’ve ever had? i guess i worked in a retail store for a summer (it wasnt fun but i got to make a huge set of friends which made it worth it)

49. how did you get your biggest scar? oooh this is a fun one!! When i was 10 I Fell ice skating and someone ran over my pinky finger!!! It didnt cut off but to this day I can’t bend it.

50. what did you do today that made someone else happy? I did the dishes so my mom could focus on the movie we were watching!

This was really fun actually, a good time filler too lol. I will tag @angelikaosiniak @amystiago @spellniall @b99peraltiago @cheddar-the-dog @vic-kovac @fourdrinkjake @jimmysjabs @jakesorangesoda @kamekamelea if you’re interested i would love to read about y’all!!

#thanks for taggin!#this was fun #tag #tag game #about me #toenialls

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nerokai · 4 years

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@skipperdamned tagged me to do this and TBH I usually never do but fuck it we’re gonna do it!!!

Name: Matt

Gender: Imma dude! I think! Maybe!

Star sign: Cancer

Height: 5'6″

Sexuality: Gay AF

Favorite book: Under the assumption manga’s count I’m gonna say One Piece! Because im weeb trash

Current time: 5:13 PM

Average amount of sleep: 4 or 12.

Dogs or cats: Yes.

# of blankets: Assuming my bed is actually made, 2-3 usually.

Dream job: See I used to LOVE dealing with people so like my hubby’s dream job of owning a restaurant I would love to support them and be like the front of house person but good lord lately I would probably strangle anyone that complained (Oh the food here sucked?? Here let me kick your ass!!!!!!!!!!) That said I’d still do it because I love talking to nice people so either that, or something in IT. Like let me work behind the scenes fixing everyones computer problems

Blog established: idk? I’d like to not think about that thanks

Favorite animal: Penguins!!!!!!

# of followers: 123! Active? Probably like 10.

Reason for url: Its my username for things online. Where I came up with that idk. Just a portmanteau of words I thought were cool sounding?

Something I’m grateful for: Watching my hubby lay on our bed and just being adorable af? Like???????

Favorite color: Red and Black

Last song: ADAMAS by Lisa was the last one that came up on my youtube music feed when I was driving!

Last movie: Hocus Pocus!

Last show completed: Agents of Shield I do believe?

Currently Reading: One Piece weekly and I’ll eventually start the book my hubby lent me.

Currently watching: Rewatching Kamen Rider Build with my hubby. Need to start Kamen Rider Saver. Let’s see. One Piece, Black Clover, Sword Art online(I Like it bite me) with my mom.....Walking Dead on occasion with my mom when I feel like it. I need to start watching more stuff.

Sweet, spicy, or savory: Yes.

Craving: Honestly I really want some tortilla chips and salsa con queso

Coffee or tea: I am a slut for some good iced tea.

Named after someone: Nobody! I share my middle name George with my Grandpa’s middle name (Roy George)

Last time you cried: October 31st! Had a good ole meltdown in my car being held because my mom was being a massive bitch.

Any kids: Not at the moment, but in the future definitely! Two at least!

Do you use sarcasm a lot?: Yes, which usually gets me in trouble. A lot.

What’s the first thing you notice about ppl: Hmm. Probably face? Like retail for 10 years kinda has me honed into seeing what type of person they are by their facial expressions and how I should act around them to make the transaction as pleasant as possible?

Eye color: Hazel? I think?

Scary movie or happy ending: Happy ending

Any special talent: I feel like I can get random strangers to like me pretty easily? Like, its something that I got from my uncle and grandpa, who, in retrospect were doing it to be pervs and for me it was just “oh im gonna be polite what no im not hitting on the person?” and its kinda evolved into a natural like...idk sense of just being nice? Which is something I’ve tried to bury in but SOME PEOPLE LIKE TO REMIND ME HOW NICE I AM SO FUCK IT I GUESS IM NICE

What country were you born in: The USA

What sports do you play/have played: Hahahahahahahahahahahah. Junior year of high school I took Racket Sports as my PE elective and TBH I was pretty decent at it.

What are your hobbies: Video games mostly. I used to love writing and I would RP a bunch but lately that itch hasn’t been there but god I would love to start getting into it. I also love reading. Not necessarily novels anymore but like, people sharing their passions online and I get to experience what they love about something? Awesome. I feel like once i move out of my home my hobbies may increase.

Any pets: Not currently!

Favorite subject in school: High school I actually enjoyed Math and Chemistry, but college kicked that love right out of me because I was horribly mentally unprepared for college. Literature in general is pretty good. I like analyzing stuff!

I’m not gonna tag anyone bc fuck it but do it if you want to! I will definitely read!!! <3

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angelicamaeariass · 4 years

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October 24, 2020

1. What, and who, is worth suffering for?

I honestly think I am putting myself through the suffering for me to have a positive perspective on things. I am doing everything I can for me to become the person I want to be. If I don’t go through all of this suffering, I would be stuck doing nothing.

2. What would you stand for if you knew that nobody would judge you?

I want to stand for the things that I love doing, even though it seems weird. I’ve been judged for who I am and the things that I love doing. But then sometimes I’m insecure about who I am and so I edit and hide myself whenever I’m around people. I’ve learned to stay true to myself and to love myself for who I am. It really does suck that I’ve always had to hide myself, but then I’ve learned that I deserve to be surrounded by people who truly appreciate me for who I am and to let go of people who don’t.

3. Based on your daily routines, where will you be in a few years? Ten? Twenty?

I don’t have a daily routine but I feel like for me change my life, having a routine is essential. I’ve been working out 4x a week and it really has changed the way I look, I’m making it as a habit I’ve haven’t done before. It’s so important to implement more good habits into your life.

4. Whom do you admire most, and why?

I really admire two of my closest friends, I’m not going to write names but there are two people in my life that are so passionate about life. They are just focusing on school and work, they're hobbies, friends, family. I really admire that.

5. What do you not want anybody else to know about you?

I don’t want to talk about my past, as much as it was so traumatizing to me. Something traumatic has happened to me in March and May of this year. The only person I’ve ever told about my traumatizing past is my best friend Vee. I never talk about it, but it hurts to think about it. I never deserved to experience something traumatizing as that in my life. This year was definitely hard.

6. What are a few things you thought you would never go over while you were going through them?

I remember my first love lol. I first got my heartbroken by a guy I was like obsessed with. Until after we graduated high school, he was obsessed with me. I never thought I would ever move on from him but I did. He treated me like shit and I left.

7. What are your greatest accomplishments be?

I was stuck and feeling hopeless and depressed looking for a job after I graduated high school, and I went out of my comfort zone and joined a youth organization which was something I’ve never thought I would do. I had some jobs that just didn’t work out for me and through the organization I have found the most amazing job with such incredible people and I’m absolutely grateful. I also want to say that I took a program at RRC and I was so lucky that I got in because I got to help so many people, and I’m so very passionate about giving to others as it really holds a special place in my heart. I miss working with kids. I really love helping people and working with them and that’s why I want to study sociology/psychology. All of the work that I’ve done for the past year is so meaningful as I’ve changed so many people’s lives. Especially working in retailing I’m always grateful going to work as I’m helping people in looking for what they need.

8. Who from your past are you still trying to earn the acceptance of?

That’s a really hard question.

9. If you didn’t have to work anymore, what would you do with your days?

I would be traveling, making time for my favourite hobbies.

10. What are the most five most common things in your daily routine aside from the basics such as eating and sleeping?

Meditation, Fitness, Time for myself, Friends, Family, Creativity

11. What do you wish those five most common things were instead?

I wouldn’t really change anything

12. If you really believed you didn’t have control over something, you’d accept it as a matter of fact. What do you struggle to accept that you have “no control” over? What part of you makes you think or hope otherwise?

Omg this is so hard to answer. I feel like this question is regarding relationships on what you can’t change about people and you have to accept that and let them go. In the past, I had to accept that this person didn’t appreciate me anymore and I was being taken for granted. I had to accept that this is what this person is feeling and I can’t change anything about that. But I deserve better and I didn’t want to waste anymore time, and so I left. But no matter what, I always have confidence in people and let them into my life and see where it goes from there. I am never hesitant on letting people into my life. But if it doesn’t work out, it’s okay. I let things flow naturally, whatever is mean’t to be, it’s mean’t to be. I’m forever grateful that I still met them. And that gives me hope that I’ll find someone that’ll appreciate me one day. Just one day.

13. If you were to walk through your home and put your hand on every single thing you own, how many of them would make you sincerely feel happy or at peace? Why keep the rest?

This question really made me appreciate the things that I have. In my room I am surrounded by so many things I hold deeply in my heart. Whenever I’m in my room, my thoughts always wander to places that are so overwhelming and anxiety inducing but then I forget that I am surrounded by love and peace. My books, my stationary, my video games are so very precious to me. Those are the things I love so much. They are always there for me to beat those negative thoughts in my head.

14. What bothers you about other people? What do you love most in other people? What bothers you most about yourself? What do you love most about yourself?

What bothers me about other people is that I feel like I’m always playing a role depending on the person or group of people I’m around with. I can never be myself, and when I’m myself OF COURSE IM BEING JUDGED FOR IT. Tumblr, the books I read, and these educational YouTube videos I watch made me not give a fuck about what anyone thinks anymore. I’m so tired of sitting in my comfort zone, and when there were so many times I stepped out of my anti social bubble, it really changed my life. What I love about other people is the people that are so understanding and listen to what I’m saying. It’s really rare to find someone that actually listens to me. It’s so fucking hard. I would want to get a therapist or something but then you know I’m the main character of my life and I’ve been listening to myself and creating self awareness by journaling. It’s so nice to have people actually listen to me, and those people are my best friends and I’m so grateful for that. What bothers me most about myself? Is that I think and care about everything way too much. I SEE THE CORRELATION BETWEEN GIVING A FUCK AND NOT GIVING A FUCK LOL. What I love most about myself is the various interests in things that I have, that I care about people and I love helping them, I’m so adventurous about life and is in love with the beauty of the world. And I love being different, I love being myself <333

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itchy-nissan-blog · 4 years

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Nike's new 'League of Legends' range includes particular Jordans

Nike is back with a new line of garments celebrating skilled League of Legends. The latitude includes 4 brand-new jackets that might be put on with the help of the groups representing China on the Globe Championship later on this month: preferable Esports, JD Pc Gaming, Suning and LGD. Nike took a comparable strategy last 12 months, providing eventual Globe Champion FunPlus Phoenix Metro, Royal not ever before give up and also Invictus Gaming brand-new attires to complete know the 2019 match. All 16 teams in China's residential LPL (League of Legends pro Organization) have been then offered similar t-shirts to play in all through the 2020 springtime and summer season time divides. It's likely, thus, that Nike will do the equal and break down brand-new jerseys to the different LPL teams earlier than the 2021 period begins.

The redesigned shirts look drastically varied to those introduced remaining year, with centrally-aligned team symbols and also a gold edition of the LPL logo design within the behind right-hand corner. in action to an announcement, they all make use of Nike's Dri-healthy experience as well as have a relaxed waist layout so gamers do not think confined throughout crucial video clip games. The 4 groups will furthermore participate in the realm Champion putting on particular 'Conquest' jackets impressed through the color pattern of the LPL as well as every team's certain individual jackets and branding. The inner also has the motto "All We fight For," which has actually featured prominently in LPL marketing videos this one year.

Nike is matching its team attires with a League of Legends edition of the Jordan 1 excessive Zoom Air CMFT tennis shoe. It's supposedly inspired using the location Championship prize, with a reflective material that shows up diverse at midnight and also beneath vibrant lights. fans of the established MOBA video online video game will additionally observe a reference to the Summoner's Break map on the proper shoe's tongue. If Jordans aren't your design, the enterprise has created a wider 'great online video game' latitude that covers multiple Nike sneakers (Air Max ninety, Sports jacket Mid 77, Air drive 1 Low, Air drive 1 hey there, Air Max 270 React, Air Max 2X and Joyride twin Run 2), hoodies, coats as well as tees.

Nike The business's task goes beyond LPL teams and enthusiasts. Nike partnered with SKT T1, the Korean Organization of Legends group with superstar midland Lee "Faker" Sang-hyeok, previously this yr. It likewise teamed up with Fnatic, which possesses absolutely among Europe's largest Organization of Legends teams, on a little selection understood as Fnatic manage utmost month. Puma, meanwhile, has actually teamed up with North American team Cloud 9, as well as Umbro has historically made jerseys for Schalke's Organization of Legends team. On the other hand, esports companies comparable to 100 Thieves, which competes in distinctive games consisting of Organization of Legends, are making their very own jackets in a proposal to establish themselves as the gaming matching of Nike or Supreme.

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Why a former Air Jordan design director left his job to guide the charge for Black representation throughout the sneaker trade

D'Wayne Edwards is one among a handful of Black designers that created a hit occupation in the tennis shoe industry.

He functioned as Nike's footwear layout director in between 2001 and also 2011, the place he made sneakers for the Air Jordan maker.

Now, Edwards is main the price for extra Black image in the tennis shoe sector, using his job since the founding daddy of style academy Pensole and as a frontrunner for The African American tennis shoes online forum (AAFF), which addresses as well as solves variety problems in the container.

" it's our work to tear the rattling door down," Edwards observed of the organisation's boundaries to entrance for Black americans. "and ensure it never shuts again."

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D'Wayne Edwards is called one of one of the most a lot more significant tennis shoe developers round. he is in addition definitely one of just a handful of Black individuals that managed to find primary success as an artistic in the trade.

In an occupation extending 3 years, Edwards launched his individual business, SITY, as well as accomplished a 10-12 months stint as Nike's footwear style supervisor, the area he created for the Air Jordan producer. hence much, Edwards has developed over 500 patterns for athletes like Derek Jeter, Carmelo Anthony, as well as Michael Jordan.

but despite every one of his success, Edwards described he really felt love it wasn't enough.

" i recognized there came to be just an extra beneficial purpose for my existence during this market than merely to style shoes for professional athletes," he kept in mind, explaining his resolution to stop working as a full-time developer in 2010 as well as begin Pensole, a style academy that encourages the next wave of young tennis shoes designers on their direction into the profession.

because its starting, Pensole has actually placed above 475 previous graduates at brands equivalent to Nike, below Armour, and Adidas.

Shoe developer D'Wayne Edwards shows up to the celebration for Jordan producer's launch of the Air Jordan XX2 footwear at the MGM Grand Pavillion Outdoor Tents inside the MGM Grand inn/on line casino site on February sixteen, 2007 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ethan Miller/Getty pictures

nevertheless past nurturing budding designers, Edwards has additionally introduced right into yet another objective to fix what he sees as an overarching concern within the market.

As nationwide attention changes to discussions round variety as well as addition, Edwards is teaming up with sportswear and also tennis shoe profession employees and also graduates in actively dealing with for profession during the African American tennis shoes discussion board (AAFF). This business functions to deal with as well as resolve variety factors to consider within the footwear sector. The discussion board held its second assembly on June 19, or Juneteenth, where Black masters and also service employee's almost stated and took inventory of the state of variety and possibility for Black people within the box.

In explaining his motivation to circulate right into a greater protestor trajectory, Edwards defined feeling satisfied as a clothier, notwithstanding "insufficient as a Black guy and also as somebody."

As such, Edwards has actually discovered the means to utilize his journey to produce additional chances for various unique prospects. he is doing so in his function at Pensole as wisely, with campaigns like the Leaders Emerge After course (LEAD) by means of Design software program, which helps nurture students of colour on their training course in resistance t a profession within the profession by way of a collaboration with generally black faculties and also universities (HBCUs).

"today, most of us be mindful of there is no more that a number of us within the sector," Edwards observed, keeping in mind that possibly the many discussion board's dreams is to get an appropriate census of Black individuals within each major organisation to entirely remember the inconsistency within the trade. The Nike alumnus estimated that there are feasible below 200 black designers amongst loads in the shoes sector right now.

The tennis shoe area is basically regarded intrinsically certain to Black subculture. but also for some industry americans, this social affect is never ever watched past outside messaging or campaigns. as a circumstances, ad campaign and star collaborations from Adidas and Nike are normal to plainly particular artists as well as athletes of shade, equal to Beyonce, Kanye West, and LeBron James.

"We go to all times capacity, we're by no means the brains in the back of companies, we're never a component of the business structure and also the preparation, the production," Edwards noted. "currently we have been completely shut out of these areas."

After recruitment and also retention, occupation growth is just one of the best issues for Black staff members within the shoes as well as athletic-put on business, described Darla Pires DeGrace, a diversity, fairness, and inclusion planner. Pires DeGrace is furthermore a previous employer for Reebok and also a participant of AAFF. past the office, lobbyists claim there is still function to be completed in various other sectors of the shoes profession, like at retail stores, to assist different Black individuals within the field.

Some changes are currently in position. producers like Adidas, Nike, as well as listed below Armour have actually all recounted enterprise-huge difficulties with inclusion and variety. When it comes to Edwards, his position as an online forum leader enables him to fire up crucial conversations with significant tennis shoes producers concerning variety and incorporation. In Foot Storage locker's most fresh wage name, Chief Executive Officer and chairman Richard Johnson introduced the organisation's proceeded partnership with Edwards, which includes funding training as well as mentorship classes for Black creatives.

"When it becomes component of the manner they do company, then it genuinely is if you take place to'll have sustainable lengthy-term have an effect on," Edwards said. "If or not it's just slicing a take a look at, that simply offers the instant objective."

Air Jordan 5 "Raging Bull" Returns subsequent year: particulars

if you've been round tennis shoes for a really lengthy time, you then most likely remember the Air Jordan 5 "Raging Bull" that was introduced over one decade earlier currently. It changed right into a type of colorways that instantaneously thrilled americans upon its unlock many thanks to the vibrant purple suede that graced the top. just viewing on the colorway, you may notify that it absolutely accepted the aesthetics of the Chicago Bulls and also the spirit of the staff.

For 10 years now, fans were asking for a second possibility at copping the shoe and also according to @zsneakerheadz, it really feels like that day is coming sooner in preference to later on. of course, it really is appropriate, the "Flaming Bull" colorway mosts likely to be making a big comeback in 2021 as well as it looks like a Springtime or summer season time liberate is likely. this is significant info for followers of the colorway that overlooked out the primary time around. Jordan brand has been commemorating the thirtieth wedding anniversary of the footwear in 2020 and heading right into following yr, it be clear Jumpman has no strategies to reduce.

Of direction, none of this has been verified by utilizing Jordan brand so stay tuned for updates as we can see to it to deliver you all the most recent advise.

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