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  1. Comment on I work in ML and more specifically algorithmic search in ~tech

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    I'm a mental health therapist hoping that my job will not be taken over by AI. From the little I understand of the previous posts, I think my job is secure, at least for now... EDIT: grammar

    I'm a mental health therapist hoping that my job will not be taken over by AI. From the little I understand of the previous posts, I think my job is secure, at least for now...

    EDIT: grammar

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  2. Comment on Great and cheap games on Nintendo Switch that are hard to find in ~games

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    It's relaxing for me. I don't take it too seriously and just have fun with it. There's the whole fishing thing, the farming aspect with the animals and all, cooking, the weather, there's lots more...

    It's relaxing for me. I don't take it too seriously and just have fun with it. There's the whole fishing thing, the farming aspect with the animals and all, cooking, the weather, there's lots more to do than search google for what to do next and mine in a very "barebone construction combat system".

    I was finding that many online games were becoming way too competitive for my tastes and, as I'm getting older, I've been drawn to a lot more of the farming/grinding type games. I've been playing a lot of No Man's Sky lately on PS4 and am enjoying that a lot.

    There is no particular reason why it's appealing to me, it just is. Typically when I have difficulty understanding why thousands and thousands of people like something and it is taking up space in my brain, I think about changing the way I am thinking about it and maybe learning a little more about it before making my decision.

  3. Comment on What do you plan on knocking off of your to-do list this week? in ~life

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    Looks good, I bet you can pop wheelie's for days with the added weight in the back, although probably not recommended. I'd love to see the pics of the trip, I hope the rest of your trip is awesome!

    Looks good, I bet you can pop wheelie's for days with the added weight in the back, although probably not recommended. I'd love to see the pics of the trip, I hope the rest of your trip is awesome!

  4. Comment on What have you been listening to this week? in ~music

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    I wish my personal beliefs didn't effect my listening preferences as much as they do, I really did like some of his older stuff

    I wish my personal beliefs didn't effect my listening preferences as much as they do, I really did like some of his older stuff

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  5. Comment on What do you plan on knocking off of your to-do list this week? in ~life

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    That's awesome that your insurance will cover that stuff. Another great book for meditation is called "10% Happier" by Dan Harris. He also has a podcast. I know you didn't ask for more (or any)...

    That's awesome that your insurance will cover that stuff.

    Another great book for meditation is called "10% Happier" by Dan Harris. He also has a podcast.

    I know you didn't ask for more (or any) recommendations, but I love discussing/sharing this stuff.

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  6. Comment on Great and cheap games on Nintendo Switch that are hard to find in ~games

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    For sure, you can get it on every console + PC! I was being a bit facetious, but it really is a fun, addicting, grinding game that is pretty mindless/relaxing for me and I think it's like 15 bucks...

    For sure, you can get it on every console + PC! I was being a bit facetious, but it really is a fun, addicting, grinding game that is pretty mindless/relaxing for me and I think it's like 15 bucks or somewhere around there

  7. Comment on Great and cheap games on Nintendo Switch that are hard to find in ~games

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    Stardew Valley is really the only option

    Stardew Valley is really the only option

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  8. Comment on What do you plan on knocking off of your to-do list this week? in ~life

  9. Comment on What do you plan on knocking off of your to-do list this week? in ~life

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    Are you carrying all your gear with you or do you have places to stay along the way? If you do have all your gear on your bike, any way we can get a pic?

    Are you carrying all your gear with you or do you have places to stay along the way? If you do have all your gear on your bike, any way we can get a pic?

  10. Comment on What do you plan on knocking off of your to-do list this week? in ~life

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    Also, check out the app "Insight Timer". I like it a little better than Headspace. It seems like it's got more "free" features, plus I really like the nighttime meditations and story meant to aid...

    Also, check out the app "Insight Timer". I like it a little better than Headspace. It seems like it's got more "free" features, plus I really like the nighttime meditations and story meant to aid in sleep.

    I also love the book The Tao of Pooh if you are interested in Taoism, mindfulness, being present etc... I work in mental health and recommend this book to people all the time.

    In my humble opinion, just meditate, any way you can, these are just things I like!

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  11. Comment on (Yet another what are your favorite) and must-watch TV series? in ~talk

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    I'm glad to see you mention Fringe, great show

    I'm glad to see you mention Fringe, great show

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  12. Comment on What are your experiences with working full time and going to college? in ~life

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    12 hours was a pretty good fit for me during my undergrad. I managed to start my graduate degree in the same month that my first child was born and I would NOT recommend that, although we all...

    12 hours was a pretty good fit for me during my undergrad. I managed to start my graduate degree in the same month that my first child was born and I would NOT recommend that, although we all survived and are doing OK. I think if you're able to do a lot of your studying at work that you may be able to pull of 3-4 courses per semester. Maybe try to leave the more difficult classes to the 3 course semesters?? I also highly recommend taking 1 or 2 courses during the summer.

    It might be overwhelming at times, but just the fact that you are planning to not be overwhelmed means that you probably won't be. In theory.

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