Lockdown is still going on even almost a year and a half into the pandemic. What have you learned?

#1

People are so much more stupid that I thought.

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Night Owl
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4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Never underestimate the stupidity of people. "Only two things are infinite, the universe and human stupidity, and I'm not sure about the former." - Albert Einstein (allegedly)

survivalrhino
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hell, I knew this long b4 lockdown-- was a NYC Paramedic for eons

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Sandra Boyd
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Definitely! All the demonstrations make my teeth curl. Wear a mask and get over it.

Gerard Neaux
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What, you needed to go into lockdown for that?

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    #2

    That I really really like being alone without noises from coworkers aroung me.

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    Steve Barnett
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wanted to upvote this post more than once, obviously I can't, but I so wanted to.

    Leigh C.
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm permanently staying remote. Just the thought of being around those people freaks me out.

    Night Owl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always knew that about myself

    Kathy L
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't decide! When they're at work, I wish they were working from home, but when they're working from home, I wish they were with me at work. When I'm alone in my workspace, I sometimes say "Have a good night!" to the cold, empty chairs.

    #3

    How selfish people can be.

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    Kona Pake
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They’d rather make another billion dollars then save 1 million lives.

    Don't Look
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one I would actually rate higher than the stupidity issue.

    Daniel
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amen to that! Wear a damn mask and socially distance from people.

    #4

    I'm much more of an introvert than I thought. I loved being able to go days without seeing another soul. I have always been able to amuse myself so boredom was never a problem.

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    Lucky2BAlive
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are like me. I watched other people lose it. I like to think of myself ads self contained..

    Sheila McEnany Markowitz
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We must be of the same tribe because I always say I am self contained and self entertained...

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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is it called functional introversion if a person can interact on a daily basis with a large number of people but all the same absolutely soak up and be energized by the time alone in the evenings and on weekends? My work week is like this but I can also take time off from work/people and not be affected negatively by the lack of contact with others. I know I can't stand to have too much interaction, i.e. go from work to dinner out or a night on the town type thing very many times through the year.

    Kathy L
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me too! I still claim not to do anything, see anyone, or go anywhere and I'm perfectly happy about it.

    Lucky2BAlive
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maybe we should have a Facebook page for say “intro-pandas” so we can share experiences, life, whatever we want, without having to worry about it.

    #5

    I don't really like people. And people are very selfish.

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    #6

    That I can live with a lot less of everything.

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    #7

    How to waste less food. Pre pandemic, it was easy to be lazy, easy to go out instead of using what was in my kitchen, and easy to skip the grocery store. When the restaurants first closed, I was forced to grocery shop weekly. I became really good at meal planning. Leftovers are now another meal, and I throw away so much less food. Even though everything is open again, I still keep the habits I formed during the pandemic and it has been so much better for my health and my wallet.

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    Lucky2BAlive
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kitchentivity - deconstructing food and coming up with new ideas. It can be a lot of fun.

    #8

    That my lifestyle already was exactly like a lockdown (without the pandemic). Now I don't know if I laugh or cry :):

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    Night Owl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Choose laugher. If it's an option, always choose laugher

    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the basic Medic survival tools-- when you can't laugh anymore, it's time to get out

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same here. On the other hand, the two years before the pandemic, I left my house once per week (to go shopping) and the only two people I would talk to regularly was the cashier at the market and my mother.

    Don't Look
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Consider yourself fortunate that you aren't so taken by marketing and media that you already had the ideal situation.

    Lois Brown
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel the same way. Grocery shopping was the only reason to leave the house

    #9

    That its possible to work entirely from home and being much more productive, without wasting time in traffic and unnecessary meetings and polluting the planet. It just seems nobody has learned anything from this - companies pushing employees to go back to work as in the past.

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    Leigh C.
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The businesses I contact, some of them want to go on a tangent how they can't get their old employees back and want to just "sit on the couch watching TV all day." I felt a bit attacked. But, hey, I'm working much less the same as going to the office.

    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kinda hard to do construction from home----

    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Work from home should be an option whenever it is possible. I don't understand why companies don't jump on the opertunity to downscale costs for rent and facilities. You don't need a big office if 180 of your 200 employees work from home.

    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Companies pushing tones of pollution out and nagging the small people to stop ruining the planet.

    Curry on...
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the worse things that happened to employers was the pandemic --- the lockdown gave people time to reflect and reevaluate their life choices, and for some that meant leaving that sucky job.

    R Carson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for those who can laborers-not so much.

    #10

    Even introverts need some contact

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    Curry on...
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, I'm an introvert, but after the first six months of the lockdown, I started missing human interaction and sought out a few friends/acquaintances. I've come to the conclusion that once a month is plenty to keep me balanced.

    yellowphantom
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We just like to have control over that contact.

    Kim Steffen
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've been missing seeing people's smiles.

    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Barely, I would say that I "need" contact at least once every three months. I say need, because it's not a requirement.

    #11

    Patience. I live with my elder parents. I seldom spent time with them because of work or because I rather hanging out with friends. But in lockdown it was just the three of us. They are seniors. Sometimes forget stuff, sometimes struggles with technology. Things work slower with them and honestly, patience is not my strongest point. But I learnt to slow down, take time to understand other people and cherish the time I've got left with my elders. Best time ever I've had in many many years.

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    Judy Reynolds
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And will bring many happy memories, in the future!

    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Savor it-- miss my Dad terribly

    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now I do, I regret all the time I spent complaining about them! *Sending a virtual hug*

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    Deb Swan
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... I'm with my elderly father. same.

    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It can be challenging sometimes but it surely teach you so, so much to grow as a human.

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    #12

    That I actually do have depression and anxiety, and I wasn't just overreacting or being a stupid attention-seeking baby. Quarantine and doing school from home gave my mind the space and my life the time to realize how bad my mental health was doing, tell my parents about it, and eventually get a prescription from my family doctor that has really been helping. My family says they've noticed I'm laughing more, and I've noticed that I have a more hopeful view of my future. Also I realized how much I love going to the library. I missed everything about it... being able to wander in and browse through the shelves with my head bent uncomfortably to the side to read the titles and struggling to carry a stack of 10+ books out with me and immediately starting to read one in the car on the way home.

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    v
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm, more than I can express here, so happy for you that you've been able to obtain everything positive about your post. I'm worried, for myself because I don't know where you live, and others, because I don't know where you live, about your last statement of immediately starting to read a book as you drive away from your preferred library.

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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    😂 well being a teenager up until very recently I haven't been the one driving hehe. Unfortunately now that I gotta drive myself I have to wait until I get home 😢

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    Kathy L
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for you for having the courage to acknowledge your feelings and for getting help. I'm so glad you're feeling better. There's nothing like browsing the library shelves to put a lift in one's step!

    Night Owl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm glad the whole pandemic thing was helpful and had mostly positive consequences for you

    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Having had depression most of my adult life, I am happy to hear that someone is feeling better. Good luck and best wishes!

    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hopefully, u weren't DRIVING the car

    #13

    If you have two children (3, 5) and an old mattress in the living room, you can exhaust them.

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    Jo87
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mum inexplicably had a mattress in our tiny middle room - which was used as the Try line for Touchdowns (I'm not sure if try line is correct, I'm from a rugby playing town in the UK, but we LOVED TOUCHDOWNNNNS)

    #14

    I'm a registered nurse and tend to stay home doing house projects when I'm not working... other than some great lessons in versatility at work, my life essentially remained the same. Oh - I also discovered that there are a ridiculous number of people who believe toilet paper is the key to survival. If anyone doubted the immense stupidity of people these days, there's our definitive proof.

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    Terilee Bruyere
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Toilet paper and kitty litter. I guess people needed a backup?

    M O'Connell
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If I ran out of toilet paper I could make a substitution, there is no realistic substitute for cat litter!

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never did understand the whole tp craze. It is quite possible to use water to clean yourself. And that method is more common than having access to tp. As a side note. if you got s**t on your arm/hand, would you wipe it off with some papper, or wash it with water. (and soap?)

    Don't Look
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm almost desperate to know what happened to all that toilet paper.

    #15

    That I like being alone.

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldnt say best.. But most important at least. To be able to be alone with yourself. Because in the end, even if you have been married and have kids, unless you die first, you are going to spend a lot of time with only you for company when you get older.

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    #16

    That I married the right person! My husband is the sweetest, most caring and funniest person in the world. I knew that when I married him but so many relationships have been falling apart, ours grew stronger then ever. I am truely blessed to have met him.

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    GVL
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm so happy for you! May you have have many more years together.

    #17

    Social media and TV news can be bad for your mental health mainly facebook where all the corona deniers are collected in one place and piss you off, you have enough time to find hobbies, rethink consumerism and the ability to work from home which was a taboo before pandemic.

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not for nuttin, since you are so convinced that you have all the answers-- we didn't shut down for SARS, Brird Flu, SWine Flu, AIDS, Ebola, Anthrax nor any of the other billion proclaimed disasters we've faced-- far worse diseases that didn't have a political reason to ram socialism down our throats.

    #18

    to be even more gratefull for having my job, so many people has lost their income

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    ThoughtsAreNotFacts
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! On crappy work days I try to remember that I'm lucky to have been employed thru this.

    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Double essential worker-- was a LOT less traffic

    #19

    In terms of life wisdom, I've learned that over-reacting to a critical situation is as detrimental as under-reacting, sometimes even more than that. I've improved my mental health significantly, and overall I'm a much happier person than in the "normal" times.

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    v
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd say that over-reaction is, many times, much more detrimental than under-reacting. It seems that, most times, over-reaction is driven more by emotion than by rational thought. At least under-reaction is driven by the emotion of apathy and apathy keeps it under control.

    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There ya go! Much of survivability has to do with the ability to step back and find a small smile , even in the worst situations

    #20

    That I have talents I did not know I ever had. I tried all sorts of things... from sewing, punch needling, crafty stuff, woodworks, planting herbs and vegetable, making my own moisturisers....the list goes on. I found out that we ALL have hidden talents... its all within ourselves... the lockdown drew out the best in me. I love dancing to my favourite music and finding out new talents I never knew I have on my own. And yes, I too am an introvert!

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    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That does sound so exciting, you found out about yourself and your many talents. It certainly has benefited you.

    #21

    When people stay home , nature/animals can return to where they belong; healing the planet.

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    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People staying at home has proved that can help the planet

    #22

    How important everyone in my life was. My friends, family, even just people in general. I didn't realize how much I needed them until I couldn't see them. Never taking them for granted again.

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And remember that you take a lot more for granted, but haven't noticed because you haven't lost it yet.

    #23

    I do not have enough self control to work from home.

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    Night Owl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think many people realized that about themselves. You need structure and rules, no matter where you work

    v
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have enough self control to work from home but it pisses me off that I do. Therefore I work from home only to the absolute minimal amount necessary.

    #24

    I'm so glad I retired just before this started

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plan on retiring 20 mins after death--- so I can bill the last hour

    GVL
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh I wish I could, every doggone day.

    #25

    people bad animals good, offline bad online good also I'm not very smart

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    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not all people are bad and not all online good, but I get where you are at.

    #26

    That many peoples are full of bullshit. Gaining more peace on solitude. Also as a bonus, I've improved my musical skill (playing guitar, alone).

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    #27

    That the closet is overrated anyway.

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    #28

    The ozone hole can be smaller if produce less sh*t and people stay the f*ck at home.

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    #29

    Selfish entitled Americans do what they want regardless of what's best to keep others safe

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    Bobbie Meyers
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why just bash America? All people are selfish and entitled. People suck.

    Duncan Rogers
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah..they are right. The ignorance and selfishness of a large portion of this country is the leading factor in almost all hospitalizations and deaths due to the Delta variant. And it is getting seriously tiring living with people who will take a medicine designed for HORSES WITH WORMS over a proven vaccine. Personal freedom is one thing and is part of our short history. But right there, in the preamble to the Constitution it says "promote the general welfare" which means there is a responsibility to your fellow citizens that at times, like during a freaking pandemic, take precedence over ones personal freedoms. The alternate reality many of my fellow countrymen live in is built on pillars of sand. I can't wait for the waves to come and knock them down.

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And work our asses off to help the rest of the world, constantly, even to lowlife ingrates

    #30

    How anti social I really am. I work from home anyway and the lockdown hasn’t changed my life one bit.

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    #32

    Greatly improved my cooking and drawing skills

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    Judy Reynolds
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And learned that you can motivate yourself to become a better human.

    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure that motivation was the driving force. Boredom perhaps?

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    #33

    Politicians are in it for themselves, and neoliberal governments cannot be relied upon.

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    v
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree with this statement to the extent of what it states but disagree with it because it assumes that neoconservative, liberal, conservative or some other form is blameless and right. If you're going to talk politics at the very least you should have the integrity to acknowledge and state that there is no political affiliation that can be relied upon.

    Kona Pake
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Of course, how many politicians have you heard of getting out of office broke?

    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Took ya long enough-- welcome to the world of patriots

    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And how many neoliberal governments are there out there? (Not just some policies or ideological leanings, but down to the core neoliberal.)

    R Carson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The don't care whether you can work or not. (essential vs n on-essential workers They never miss a pay check AND can give themselves raises.

    M O'Connell
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's not 100% accurate (at least in the US): The Twenty-seventh Amendment (Amendment XXVII) to the United States Constitution prohibits any law that increases or decreases the salary of members of Congress from taking effect until after the next election of House of Representatives has occurred.

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    Gerard Neaux
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're all some shade of neoliberal

    #34

    Given how many people could possibly be evicted, I realize just how ridiculously high housing prices and rents have become.

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you tell landlords that they have to continue to maintain the properties, but can't get paid-- increases risk, decreases retal availability, hence prices will explode. Aint no such thing as a free lunch....

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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They've been getting paid before the pandemic started, and the property owners should have been putting money away for emergencies, just like they say the renters should have done. Plus, property values have been skyrocketing long before the pandemic came along.

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    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So true. The other day I just realised that in the 90's the price of a new decent car would have bought a small house, not so these days

    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bought a house during the pandemic that costs the same as a nice car. Will own it without a morgage because I made a big profit from selling my apartment. And moving from the capitol (stockholm) to the way countryside helped that part.

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    #35

    Mental health is just as important as physical health

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    yellowphantom
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish more people realized this and would properly fund it. Mental health has a huge effect on physical health.

    #36

    How much I love my little babies( my pets)

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    #37

    What wonderful neighbors I have. We’ve been meeting in the street for the Pandemic, clapping for 1st responders, & grocery workers and…. It gives us a chance to check on each other and not be so alone. I never want to move.

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me personally, I don't need applause. I do my job(s) which I excel at-- don't need outside acclaim-- my compatriots support on the job is all

    ThoughtsAreNotFacts
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love this!! Also have gotten to chat with some pretty cool neighbors with people being home more.

    #38

    that cats are just people in lockdown

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    #39

    texas won't let a 16-year-old adopt because she isn't mature but they won't let them have an abortion

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    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Although not from the USA I do feel for these women

    #40

    This is how I want to live my life.

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    #41

    Work From Home is not for everyone. My work change from 8-5 (plus 2 hours commute) 5 days a week to 24/7/365 (exaggerated but close enough) just because we can utilize zoom meeting anytime anywhere. For the first time in my 30 something, I have been diagnosed with anxiety.

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    Jo87
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't upvote this enough! One week I pulled 65 hours instead of my contracted 40... Put boundaries in place, coz you can bet your life the bosses ain't working all those hours

    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm gonna guess that you are american. Because that doesn't happen in Sweden. You get paid for 40 hours, you work 40 hours, no more, no less. The only way to get someone to work more is forced overtime, which is paid 1.5-2 times as much per hour than usual.

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    After your scheduled work times, turn off the computer, put the phone on night restriction, set boundaries

    #42

    How to mute myself on Zoom. Unfortunately there were times I muted myself spiritually, physically, and emotionally as well.

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    #43

    I always wondered why my bedspread was messed up everyday when I came home from work. Unbeknownst to me my male and female cats (both fixed BTW) were having rowdy make believe kitty sex everyday on my bed. Discovered this when locked down and heard a bunch of cat yowls and meows and investigated to discover them going at it > or trying anyway. They both looked super embarrassed when I caught them, yet now do it right in front of me whenever the mood strikes!

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    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The secret life of the pussy cat, not so secret anymore.

    #44

    mankind is very close to be lost

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    Kona Pake
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Soylent Green, here we come!

    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now in aspic..... (reference to another board talking about horrible food from the 50s)

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    #45

    There are two very distinct types of people: considerate ones and absolute c***s and it's about 50/50. However, after coming out of it and being able to socialise again, I see how nice it is to mingle with the good ones again and I see that they feel the same.

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can be both, depending on circumstance

    #46

    Amazon is a horrible place to work. Unsafe conditions, unreasonable expectations of employees, and it breeds a new kind of employee the 'oh don't worry about, someone else will get it'. But desperate times, desperate measures. There was food to eat and bills were paid.

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    Jo87
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sorry you were stuck in this situation. I'm UK based, but if you need a CV, just let me know, no charge x

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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for the offer. Everything worked out. I had fulltime work, but schools don't pay my position during breaks. Had a second job to get by (especially during summer), but they shut down without pay. I needed part time short term work, so I spent lockdown in an amazon warehouse. No joke about scan rates. Had more than one conversation with leads about my low numbers, but that stopped when I mentioned the pallets collapsing on me (no injuries). Unions exist because of companies like Amazon.

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    #47

    To be still and listen to the universe. And realize that mankind is vastly more flawed than anyone could understand, and that we have choices, between violence and non violence, and the history we leave behind and what it could be if we just try a little harder.

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    Ash
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    bruh im just trying to procrastinate stop giving me an existential crisis

    #48

    My family get really pissed off when you use all the toilet paper for paper mache sculptures. Now who regrets stealing my chilli?

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    #49

    I learned that there seems to be a link between viruses and toilet paper.

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    #50

    That there is such a thing as a cookbook

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    #51

    That brothers are motherf*uckers

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    Tami
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband and I both agree with you. We both had a brother like that!

    #52

    That I have ADHD. TL;DR - if it feels like something is off with mental or physical health, advocate for yourself until you get answers. You’re worth it. It took months of pandemic lockdown to figure out why working from home reduced my stress about 80% compared to an office. Despite long term therapy and many unsuccessful treatments for anxiety, depression, and PTSD - I hadn’t seen much improvement to those issues. All the puzzle pieces started coming together after exploring why remote work was better for me, and my first time hearing about inattentive ADHD on TikTok. I researched clinical websites (Mayo Clinic, NIH, etc.) and fit almost every diagnostic criteria perfectly - turns out I had ADHD signs and symptoms since childhood. Even found research that adult women with undiagnosed ADHD often have depression and anxiety that don’t respond to standard treatment… major lightbulb moment. I advocated for myself and got to a psychiatrist, then was immediately diagnosed and medicated. Treating the ADHD changed my whole life. I cried the first day I took meds because I had never known what ‘calm’ felt like before. I have seen dramatic improvements in self-care, mood management, depression, some anxieties, and am even able to work on some PTSD blocks I’d been stuck on in therapy for years. Now 19 months into working from home and having more mental space to learn about managing ADHD in my daily life, I finally have hope again.

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    #53

    I created my own nail salon and taught myself nail sculpting and nail art

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    #54

    Anime is the best and I’m not mentally stable

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a definite correlation there

    #55

    eBay can become an unhealthy obsession.

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    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, but ebay has controls to protect customers, Amazon does not

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    #56

    That despite what my brain says at night, my friends miss me when I’m not there.

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    #57

    I will (and have) watch literally any documentary on Netflix. I have no discerning criteria!

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for you, it's a good way to get informed. Just remember that it might not be 100% true.

    #58

    I shouldn't take having a normal life for granted because things an change

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Atm I am living a very "dull" and ordinary life. And i cherish it. The simplicity of just being..

    #59

    Anti-social can equal super productive when it doesn't equal supersized wine glass.

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    Jo87
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you can conquer that during lockdown, you can stick with it through anything ❤️

    #60

    I learned how to amuse myself without a screen- immerse myself in solitude, art, self-care, and nature

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    #61

    A national emergency does not necessarily bring out the best in people or bring them together. Quite the contrast from 911, from which we are still standing in long lines at the airport, taking our shoes off, getting our bodies scanned and probed and our water bottles tossed and yet we have heard barely a peep about this "infringement on individual liberty".

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not to mention that those "TSA" policies of scanning and checking forced the rest of the world to do the same. (Or be denied entry to the us from that airport.)

    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Gave up flying. I refuse to be treated like a prisoner.

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    #62

    I love my girlfriend and we want to now move in together.

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    #63

    How annoying people can get (having little siblings in lockdown is… not fun.)

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    #64

    raiding the pantry and fridge non-stop is a very bad idea.

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    Tee Witt
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know, it ends up permanently on the body.

    #65

    I learned I'm Trans!

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    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    (and how to finally be happy with who I am! amazing the self-discovery you can go through when you're finally forced to confront feelings you've been putting aside for years and years!)

    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't mean to be rude or anything. But isn't that something you would know? I'm mostly curious. And since I am not trans, at least what I know of? ;) I don't know how it works. However I am glad for you that you are comfortable in your own skin.

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    #66

    I became disabled, prior to the Covid Pandemic, with a lung condition which limits my activities on a good day but mostly keeps me at home. That was a bit frustrating-wanting to be out-and-about and not being able to leave home. The pandemic did not allow me to go out, not even to Dr. Appointments-All done through the telephone, even still (09/20/21). The main thing that I have learned is that I totally enjoy my own company. I am really happy spending time with Me! I am a decent person, funny-way too Funny (I keep myself entertained and laughing all the day long). I am my own best friend and I will never let myself down. I also learned that the world has become a nasty, hateful place. And being disabled and needing to stay home, is not that bad at all. I am actually glad that I stay home. Home is where my best friend lives and she is A-OK!

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    #67

    The media has taken to saying whatever they have to in order to get attention. They lie, they don't edit, they're biased and they don't get in trouble for it.

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    when you say "the media" does that include international media sites or is just everyone lying on a gobal level?

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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I mean companies that get their headlines out there. Now that could be an individual working as a contractor all the way to a well known journalist.

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Has been true much longer than the pandemic-- look up "yellow journalism" of the last 2 centuries-- hell, have even found references to it Athenian and Roman societies

    #68

    Products essential to you are not always what the government perceives as essential. Why were non-latex, rubber dish washing gloves exempted from the essentials list? Cleaning liquids are harsh chemicals, some even toxic. What the schools are teaching kids these days is more messed up than we realized. I don't miss karaoke as much as I thought I would. In fact, I don't even think I enjoyed it as much as I tried to. It was just something to do during a night out of drinking and to get out of the house, and hear what songs I sound good singing to. Those empty bar nights were much enjoyed over a packed house. My LDR will last beyond the pandemic because we've proven we can wait for each other. People have really shown their true colours. Just as I suspected before.

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What? The educational system isn't teaching the kids math, science and history? Oh, you might be american. The scolastic reviews have shown lacking for the US system.

    #69

    That you really do need space from your family and need friends

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    #70

    I can get a pretty good workout at home with just a few dumbells. I missed going to the gym when it was closed, but when I started going again after working out at home all that time, I picked up my old routine with very little loss of strength and was just a little sore the next day.

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are various videos of gym free workouts, especially Schwarzenegger's earliest workouts-- hook up the tv to a bike generator and u can get your cardio as well.

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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, yes, I've seen some of his early videos, and love the movie "Pumping Iron". I also have Bill Pearl's book "Getting Stronger", which covers all the basic moves for body building and general fitness. There are so many gadgets, gimmicks, and fads out there, don't need that stuff!

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    #71

    Tolerance.

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    survivalrhino
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SRZlYdQWO3g

    #72

    Adaptation is key to one’s survival.

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    #73

    I learned where my wife was going on Sunday nights and we got divorced...

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    survivalrhino
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Didja ask her about Wednesday nights?

    #74

    It really is possible to put on 40 pounds in a matter of months

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    #75

    that it is super easy to get bored all by yourself, with just family

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    v
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There really is quite a lot to unpack in this statement.

    #76

    I learned how many random fevers I actually have. I used to only check my temp if my face was flushed or I felt especially cruddy on that particular day but I've taken to checking my temp (as well as that of my children) before taking them out to the bus. I've also gotten better at controlling the urge to eye-roll when a thermometer held by someone else rapidly beeps and they take 4 huge steps back. Not knocking their reasonable worry but it gets old pretty fast.

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    #77

    How quickly some people fall into hysterics and madness, and how much I need social interaction.

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    #78

    My sexuality, lockdown gave me a lot of time to question myself. Still went through 7 labels lol.

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Skip the lables, they usually don't define what is inside anyway.

    #79

    Doomscrolling is a hell of a drug.

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    survivalrhino
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am very glad I have no idea what the hell that is

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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is the constant need to scroll through the news, conspiracy theories and all other matter to the point of causing paranoia and depression because you simply can't stop.

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    #80

    How much I loved the lock-down!!!, and the following rules as shops opened up again. I get very easily over-stimulated, and hate crowds. I dislike people standing to close, or shops being full of people. My depression even got less because of it! Which of being 30 ears of being depressed is just.. breathtaking wonderful.. Now that it is over, and everyone can get back to 'normal' I feel anxious again.

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    #81

    How blessed I am. I already knew but I know even more now.

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    #82

    That launching new, untested operating systems without being able to support remote work using existing systems is a brilliant way to create additional stress for already stressed employees.

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    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pro tip. Quit your job and find a new one. One with more foresight and planning.

    survivalrhino
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Piss poor planning leads to piss poor results

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    #83

    I’ve been really self reflecting/observing during lockdown, and I low key might have ADHD. I’ve looked into it ALOT, but I’m always afraid to tell people because I don’t want people to think I’m self diagnosing. Most times when I mention that I have tons of the symptoms, the person I’m talking to goes “Well, I do that too but I don’t have adhd!” So now I just refrain from talking about it. But I do want to get diagnosed just to confirm if I have it or not.

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    survivalrhino
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And, if so, it's not a excuse-- so, go get tested, get in with life either way

    #84

    Lockdown gave depression to many people that was already on the edge

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    #85

    I always joked that I wanted to be a hermit. Now I am. And I love it. Even better: married to a hermitess!

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    #86

    I have such a rich inner life.

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    #87

    That being an anxious person can make you stronger. When the entire world is freaking out I’ve been relatively cool and collected.

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    #88

    That a zombie apocalypse cause by a virus could actually happen, even if we have the vaccine for it.

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    survivalrhino
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially when the so called vaccine exacerbates the spread of disease

    #89

    To never believe the liberal mainstream media! They really are just an arm of the DNC!

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    Tami
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But they have some good ideas, such as spreading wealth around a little more. But the conservatives have some good ideas too, such as personal responsibility and not relying on the government too much. The two sides seem mutually exclusive, but the fact is that the best approach depends on the situation. Like sometimes it's better to make someone take responsibility for themself rather than help them with charity, and sometimes charity is the better approach. Applying the same solution to all situations is like having only one tool in your toolbox.

    SilentBob731
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sure, better to watch Fox or OAN, huh? You MAGAts are worthless treasonous scum.

    Concept-Peter Roosdorp
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Liberal mainstream media.. lol..Now does that include international media sources? Or is everyone lying on a global scale?