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Comment on When is the last time you made a new friend? That lasted. in ~life
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Comment on When is the last time you made a new friend? That lasted. in ~life
Sycamore (edited )Link ParentIve had similar issues where the folks that seem friendly to me and show interest end up wanting to be romantic partners not friends... And once they figure out im not interested or that i already...Ive had similar issues where the folks that seem friendly to me and show interest end up wanting to be romantic partners not friends... And once they figure out im not interested or that i already have a partner, they ghost me... Even if i would still be willing to be friends...
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When is the last time you made a new friend? That lasted.
Ive been losing friends over the years from moving away, settling down with my partner, and just being terrible at staying in touch. And i've realized i haven't been making any new ones either. So...
Ive been losing friends over the years from moving away, settling down with my partner, and just being terrible at staying in touch. And i've realized i haven't been making any new ones either. So my social circle is shrinking. I meet people, but the social connections haven't really lasted.
I wonder how other folks are finding new friends that have been meaningful and lasted in adulthood.
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1-1 political conversations to help mend the political divide
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Comment on How are you preparing for a fascist America? in ~society
Sycamore Link ParentIs your whole family aboard to move abroad? My concern with moving is you're doing exactly what the administration is wanting you to do - self deportIs your whole family aboard to move abroad?
My concern with moving is you're doing exactly what the administration is wanting you to do - self deport
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Comment on How are you preparing for a fascist America? in ~society
Sycamore Link ParentI see calling reps more effective in red or moderate states but im in a very blue state so not sure if that will do anything?I see calling reps more effective in red or moderate states but im in a very blue state so not sure if that will do anything?
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How are you preparing for a fascist America?
Even with all the political upheaval, my day to day has not changed. A sign of some level of privilege, but also something of growing discomfort. I feel like i should actively doing something to...
Even with all the political upheaval, my day to day has not changed. A sign of some level of privilege, but also something of growing discomfort. I feel like i should actively doing something to fight or preparing for the worst.
I often hear that we need to organize but i find that vague and not helpful. Going to rallys and protests shows public anger and frustration but dont see how that directly affects the current administration when they just dont care. Its still a start, but how are people turning that frustration into a action?
How have your lives been changing and what are you doing to confront the change?
What are some ways groups have organized to take direct action?
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What did you learn from reading the fine print?
I would say most skip out on reading the fine print on labels, manuals, agreements etc. What is something you caught from reading the fine print that was actually very helpful?
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Comment on Standardization of household goods / end user goods in ~life
Sycamore (edited )LinkMason Jars! Doesn't have to be that specific brand but they come in a few different sizes but use the same two kinds of lids (reg & wide mouth). I have plastic ones that i use instead of the steel...Mason Jars! Doesn't have to be that specific brand but they come in a few different sizes but use the same two kinds of lids (reg & wide mouth). I have plastic ones that i use instead of the steel canning lids.
I use them as drinking glasses, for meal prep, for food storage etc. etc. Any prep you do in them you can just put a lid on which i love.
And, i found that the small 16oz nut butter containers fit the lid of mason jars!
I have heard ppl suggesting takeout containers which are what restaurants do. I like them but im tried to minimize reliance on plastics
Also i love this question! Ive been trying to standardize my kitchen over the years, figuring things out. Eliminating unitaskers. Really cuts down on the amount of stuff you need.
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Comment on How do you manage kitchen towels? in ~life
Sycamore LinkI would appreciate more installments of this series!I would appreciate more installments of this series!
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Comment on AI belongs to the capitalists now in ~tech
Sycamore LinkThe inevitability of capitalistic interests taking priority is increasingly worrisome. Especially in this context of A.I.The inevitability of capitalistic interests taking priority is increasingly worrisome. Especially in this context of A.I.
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AI belongs to the capitalists now
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Comment on Mental health and sense of belonging in ~health.mental
Sycamore Link ParentI appreciate you actually following up on this!! Thanks for sharing.I appreciate you actually following up on this!!
Thanks for sharing.
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Climate cookbooks
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Comment on Songs or albums to push headphones or speakers to their limit in ~music
Sycamore LinkI love this question. Ive thought about how people are likely missing the minute details in good music, or cant fully appreciate a piece just bc their headphones/speakers can't translate them...I love this question. Ive thought about how people are likely missing the minute details in good music, or cant fully appreciate a piece just bc their headphones/speakers can't translate them properly.
Like car speakers are so trash sometimes it just ruins the song.
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Comment on What are some things you do "the old fashioned way," which might come with unexpected benefits over the modern, "improved" way of doing things? in ~talk
Sycamore Link ParentMaybe in your cold kitchen, it will be less effective.. but give it a try. Time is hard to pin point, because its so temperature dependent. But my dough rises in 2hrs, way longer if its sourdough....Maybe in your cold kitchen, it will be less effective.. but give it a try.
Time is hard to pin point, because its so temperature dependent. But my dough rises in 2hrs, way longer if its sourdough. Even at 15C it should rise albeit it just might take like 6hrs...
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Comment on What are some things you do "the old fashioned way," which might come with unexpected benefits over the modern, "improved" way of doing things? in ~talk
Sycamore Link ParentOh yes thats on the cold side.. My kitchen gets 18C at its worst. So bread is slow to rise, but it can be sped up if i leave it in my oven with just the light on -- which is enough heat to keep it...Oh yes thats on the cold side..
My kitchen gets 18C at its worst. So bread is slow to rise, but it can be sped up if i leave it in my oven with just the light on -- which is enough heat to keep it reasonably warm. But seems like you don't have that option.What i recommend actually is to have your dough ingredients at a warmer temperature-- in particular use warm water (90-110 F or 30-40C). So that the dough temp is at 28C ish. It'll help it rise. Then try the hot water bowl trick to keep it at a higher temp longer (with a larger volume of water i guess if it hasn't veen working well for you previously haha).
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Comment on What are some things you do "the old fashioned way," which might come with unexpected benefits over the modern, "improved" way of doing things? in ~talk
Sycamore LinkAir drying clothes -- Takes more time, but gentler on clothes, helps with wrinkles sometimes. Lower energy use tooAir drying clothes --
Takes more time, but gentler on clothes, helps with wrinkles sometimes. Lower energy use too -
Comment on What are some things you do "the old fashioned way," which might come with unexpected benefits over the modern, "improved" way of doing things? in ~talk
Sycamore Link ParentSecond. Also, yes you def need salt.. otherwise its blaaand And how cold is your kitchen? I recommend sticking it in the oven with light on or with a bowl of hot water to keep a warm environment...Second.
Also, yes you def need salt.. otherwise its blaaandAnd how cold is your kitchen? I recommend sticking it in the oven with light on or with a bowl of hot water to keep a warm environment for proofing
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Comment on People who turn off their electronics hours before bed... What do you do at night? in ~talk
Sycamore LinkWork on art or crafting hobbies; read, write, or choresWork on art or crafting hobbies; read, write, or chores
I am part of a community which i am grateful for, but the relationships there end up staying within the bounds of the community. Doesn't extend beyond that.