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  1. Comment on A brief history of men's underwear in ~life.style

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    I like boxers because they don't squish me where I don't want to be squished.

    I like boxers because they don't squish me where I don't want to be squished.

    7 votes

  2. Comment on What healthy habit has made a difference for you? in ~health

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    The funny thing is I actually do this... I sometimes spend a few minutes before I get up thinking about the food I'm about to make. It helps.

    The funny thing is I actually do this... I sometimes spend a few minutes before I get up thinking about the food I'm about to make.

    It helps.

    2 votes

  3. Comment on You are being misled about renewable energy technology in ~enviro

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    Speaking as someone from the area, there is no way he's worked on certain parts of this video in the last month. It's been subzero and snowy for the last month. There's certainly a part which was...

    Speaking as someone from the area, there is no way he's worked on certain parts of this video in the last month. It's been subzero and snowy for the last month.

    There's certainly a part which was recently made though...

    4 votes

  4. Comment on What healthy habit has made a difference for you? in ~health

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    I used to do that as well, but it's really hard to form an intermittent habit like that.

    I used to do that as well, but it's really hard to form an intermittent habit like that.

    2 votes

  5. Comment on What healthy habit has made a difference for you? in ~health

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    It was absolutely not natural to me! I used to go to a Dunkin Donuts for a hot bagel every day, or Starbucks for a breakfast sandwich. I stopped being able to afford that, which turned into a big...

    It was absolutely not natural to me! I used to go to a Dunkin Donuts for a hot bagel every day, or Starbucks for a breakfast sandwich. I stopped being able to afford that, which turned into a big motivator for me to try something else. I began in the weekends, and started simple. Toast, breakfast sausage, and scrambled eggs. These were simple things I could put together with minimal effort while getting lunches packed for the family as well (on weekdays). I practiced it in the weekend so it could be automatic on weekdays. As I got comfortable with this, I started trying new things (again, always trying novel ideas on the weekend).

    My go-to breakfast now that I barely have to think about is chorizo with potato, onion, and pepper and a sunny side up egg on top. I flavor it with chili paste and garlic. It sounds like a lot but it's effortless for me - I set it up on the stove top and spend my time while it cooks getting lunches ready, putting dishes away, or doing other morning things to get ready for the day.

    This is coming from someone with ADHD - it is 100% possible for anyone!

    5 votes

  6. Comment on What healthy habit has made a difference for you? in ~health

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    Making a fresh, hot breakfast every morning. I get to start my day with a warm belly full of delicious food. It sets my mood for the entire day. Cycling. I love exploring my area, I do it for fun...

    Making a fresh, hot breakfast every morning.

    • I get to start my day with a warm belly full of delicious food. It sets my mood for the entire day.

    Cycling.

    • I love exploring my area, I do it for fun not for speed or time or distance. Last year I went on a bike packing trip along the I&M Canal in Illinois and camped across from Starved Rock. It was beautiful. Terrible sleep because my sleep mat popped a hole but I loved it.

    Crafting - mainly knitting and crochet.

    • The feeling of accomplishing a task that adds joy to others lives is wonderful. It's also good for keeping my hands busy, perfect for my brand of adhd. I like listening to audio books or watching shows while crafting.

    Putting the effort in to create, maintain, and support friendships long term.

    • This has paid off in spades lately since I have needed to rely on those relationships a lot over the last few months. Having reliable people around that I trust has helped support me through difficult times.
    7 votes

  7. Comment on The evolution of space opera (1928 – 2025) in ~books

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    I found this an interesting overview, though it also felt a bit rushed. There's some titles I was surprised to see missing (eg Ringworld) as well.

    I found this an interesting overview, though it also felt a bit rushed. There's some titles I was surprised to see missing (eg Ringworld) as well.

    3 votes

  8. Comment on My relationship feels like it's collapsing and I don't know what to do in ~life

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    Yes Formerly. I still do both. Yes

    Yes
    Formerly. I still do both.
    Yes

    1 vote

  9. Comment on Resist and Unsubscribe in ~society

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    Realistically this isn't possible to 100%, sorry. Especially in America. Comcast or AT&T have a monopoly or duopoly in most areas, almost every media company is ruled out, and alternatives are...

    Realistically this isn't possible to 100%, sorry. Especially in America. Comcast or AT&T have a monopoly or duopoly in most areas, almost every media company is ruled out, and alternatives are difficult, niche, and often more expensive.

    I would happily disengage from most of these that I'm currently dealing with, but some (Eg Google) are necessary for work.

    10 votes

  10. Comment on Hi, how are you? Mental health support and discussion thread (January 2026) in ~health.mental

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    I'm not good. I'll get better, but I'm not good. I recall friends of mine when I was younger joking about calling ICE on me. Good natured ribbing. It doesn't feel like a joke anymore. Aside from...

    I'm not good. I'll get better, but I'm not good.

    I recall friends of mine when I was younger joking about calling ICE on me. Good natured ribbing.

    It doesn't feel like a joke anymore.

    Aside from all that, my life is falling to pieces and I feel I'm scrambling to catch what I can. It'll get better eventually, but right now I'm having a really hard time.

    7 votes

  11. Comment on Federal officers kill another citizen in Minneapolis, National Guard activated in ~society

  12. Comment on Federal officers kill another citizen in Minneapolis, National Guard activated in ~society

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    This is a summary execution. They pinned him down, pistol whipped him, and then shot him like a dog in the street. Absolutely inexcusable.

    This is a summary execution. They pinned him down, pistol whipped him, and then shot him like a dog in the street.

    Absolutely inexcusable.

    43 votes

  13. Comment on What did you do this week (and weekend)? in ~talk

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    Can someone cast counter spell on this cold spell?

    Can someone cast counter spell on this cold spell?

    2 votes

  14. Comment on What did you do this week (and weekend)? in ~talk

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    I had my first day teaching remote learning. Things I didn't expect to have to say: "(Student name), your magic 8 ball will not give you the answers you're looking for." "Your dog cannot help you...

    I had my first day teaching remote learning. Things I didn't expect to have to say:

    "(Student name), your magic 8 ball will not give you the answers you're looking for."

    "Your dog cannot help you with your work packet."

    "We can't play with your toys no matter how close to the camera they are."

    5 votes

  15. Comment on What small thing made a big impact on you? in ~talk

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    .... And also now I have to do e learning with my class as well as my kid! Wooo!

    .... And also now I have to do e learning with my class as well as my kid! Wooo!

    1 vote

  16. Comment on What small thing made a big impact on you? in ~talk

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    Honestly it can be exhausting! I use up a lot of my social/emotional battery through the day and it is really hard sometimes to come home and still have to be "switched on". I like the days we...

    Honestly it can be exhausting! I use up a lot of my social/emotional battery through the day and it is really hard sometimes to come home and still have to be "switched on". I like the days we have to ourselves the most though - I love hanging out with him and seeing the way my kid's mind is changing and growing.

    One thing that doesn't seem to be unique among teachers... We often don't take our own advice when it comes to practicing work at home! I've spoken to numerous other educators with kids - of course we provide opportunities for their growth, read with them, etc, but we all seem to slack a bit about practicing things like sight words.

    Fortunately for my son it doesn't seem to affect him much - he recently scored 99th percentile on his MAP testing and 86th percentile for reading. I don't think I need to worry much!

    3 votes

  17. Comment on What small thing made a big impact on you? in ~talk

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    My kid is pretty small, and they've made a big impact on me.

    My kid is pretty small, and they've made a big impact on me.

    10 votes

  18. Comment on Why America needs fewer bus stops in ~transport

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    I can't speak for Chicago but I live in the northern suburbs. Bus stops need to be sheltered and have better nodes up here. I used to live in Colorado and the RTD there had shit on lock - we need...

    I can't speak for Chicago but I live in the northern suburbs. Bus stops need to be sheltered and have better nodes up here. I used to live in Colorado and the RTD there had shit on lock - we need to learn from them. I exclusively used public transport for years there with no issues. I still occasionally use their express busses when I visit.

    Meanwhile it feels that the PACE busses here are seriously underfunded and poorly implemented.

    Final thoughts: we really need to improve pedestrian infrastructure as a whole in this country. Absolutely none of the bus stops in my area have a shelter and the majority don't even have a sidewalk to stand on. It's a pole stuck in the grass on the side of the road.

    11 votes

  19. Comment on Jon Stewart is our only hope in ~society

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    Agreed on Pritzker. He is vehemently disliked by the right though, and will have a tough time winning the center over. He's handled Illinois adeptly though, and would do well on the international...

    Agreed on Pritzker. He is vehemently disliked by the right though, and will have a tough time winning the center over. He's handled Illinois adeptly though, and would do well on the international stage.

    I have an innate mistrust of billionaires and he's overcome that.

    2 votes

  20. Comment on So this is 2nd grade subtraction in ~science

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    DM me, I taught prek for 15 years. I didn't like any curriculum out there and made my own based off of state standards. I can help you do the same.

    DM me, I taught prek for 15 years. I didn't like any curriculum out there and made my own based off of state standards. I can help you do the same.

    5 votes