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[Browser] [2016-2018] Text based choice Adventure Game with Looping elements.

2024.05.14 21:19 MalMarie [Browser] [2016-2018] Text based choice Adventure Game with Looping elements.

Platform(s): Free Web Browser
Genre: Text-based Choice Adventure
Estimated year of release: I think I played it around 2016-2018 give or take
Graphics/art style: Purely text
Notable characters:
When you first wake up you meet your dorm roommate. They looked depressed and looked like they've been through a lot which is apparently out of the ordinary. And they said something weird like how nothing matters and you won't remember anyway. But after your first death, they looked happy and well like they usually do and denied knowing anything when questioned It's implied that they stuck on a loop first but it somehow passed to you.
Notable gameplay mechanics: I remember that it's just text with options given to you. No inventory or anything.
Other details:
Okay, stay with me because this post might be a bit rambly and my English sucks. So, I think I remember it starting with us waking up in our dorm room and seeing our roommate depressed. We had to go and choose one of 3 things to study. I remember two of them being a warrioknight, and the other magic-based, but I can't remember the other one. We go through life when a war breaks out, depending on the choices we either escape or die. Then we wake up at the start of the game but our memories remain. We have to try and stop the end of the world and stuff or they have to relive it again. You can befriend and romance (?) the characters and it's pretty emotional in some parts. Depending on your choices at the beginning of the game, you can either participate in the war itself as a warrior. Or you can even try and run away to live the rest of your life in peace. But no matter what you do, the loops keep repeating. We can use our memories to try and stop bad things from happening, or the other way around. A specific plot point I can remember is that in one timeline I decided to run away and live the rest of my life in peace because I was sick of looping. Eventually, the end of the world starts and I die again. The end of the words happens when a giant ball of fire appears in the sky. I'm unsure if it's the sun or something else. There's also a plot where the enemy tries to sneak in invasive flowers. Plants? ( I'm not sure but it was bad) via trade and we know that it would be bad for the city because it happened in the previous timeline. So we were like "Oh no, don't take those" but the guards don't take us seriously cause we're a stranger and can't explain why the carts are bad. But in another timeline, we were knowledgeable in science and stuff so we were able to convince the guards why they're bad and we saved the city.
I'm googling this game nonstop and it's driving me insane. I also might be misremembering some details so if you know a game similar to this feel free to comment! Thank you.
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2024.05.14 21:06 Joshh170 Forza Motorsport Adds New Cars and Content With Update 8

Forza Motorsport Adds New Cars and Content With Update 8
Developer Turn 10 Studios has released Forza Motorsport Update 8, bringing substantial additions to the game, including new cars and content. Additionally, this new Forza Motorsport update includes several bug fixes for players on Xbox Series XS, PC via the Microsoft Store, and Steam.
In 2023, Forza Motorsport was released as a reboot of the popular subseries within the Forza sim racing franchise, developed by Turn 10 Studios and published by Xbox Game Studios. The game introduces significant technical advancements like real-time ray tracing, dynamic weather, and damage modeling. Forza Motorsport's initial reception was positive, particularly for its realism and online multiplayer modes.
One of the highlights of Forza Motorsport Update 8 is the introduction of Career Events, promising diverse experiences for players. These events include the Featured Tour: Track Toys Tour, which kicks off on May 15 and runs until June 26, offering enthusiasts the chance to immerse themselves in adrenaline-pumping racing action. Additionally, the update introduces various other events like Ginetta Juniors, Weekend Warriors, Kit Caterhams, and Track Toys, each with its unique challenges and rewards.
Furthermore, the inclusion of new vehicles in the Forza Motorsport car lineup will please car enthusiasts. Among these are the 2019 Porsche #70 Porsche Motorsport 935 from the Track Toys Tour, the 2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupe from the Open Class Tour, and spotlight cars such as the 2019 Ginetta G40 Junior, 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS, 2013 Caterham Superlight R500, and 2019 Elemental RP1. These cars not only expand the roster but also offer players exciting choices for their racing adventures.
Moreover, as with the previous Forza Motorsport patch, Update 8 brings significant improvements and bug fixes across various aspects of the game. Players can expect enhanced stability, refined gameplay mechanics, and optimizations for PC performance, including improved video memory usage and fixes for issues like screen flashing and controller disconnects.
In the Forza Motorsport multiplayer arena, Spec Series events were introduced, including the Lotus 3-Eleven Spec Series and the Mazda Miata Spec Series, providing competitive racing opportunities for players looking to test their skills against others. The update also addresses car balancing, refining the performance of several vehicles in Featured Multiplayer Spec Series. Notable changes include adjustments to the engine torque, car mass, and downforce for cars like the 2019 Ginetta G55 GT4 and 1997 McLaren F1 GT. With ongoing updates like this one, Forza Motorsport continues to evolve, ensuring that players have a dynamic racing experience.
Forza Motorsport Update 8 Patch Notes
Version Number:
Xbox Series XS: 1.587.4035.0 PC (Microsoft Store): 1.587.4035.0 Steam: 1.587.4035.0 Game Content, Features and Events [All Platforms]
Career Events
Featured Tour: Track Toys Tour (Available from May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 26 5pm PT June 27 12am UTC) Ginetta Juniors (Starts May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC) Weekend Warriors (Starts May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) Kit Caterhams (Starts May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) Track Toys (Starts June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC) Open Class Tour – 1960s Celebration (Available from May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) D Class Series C Class Series B Class Series A Class Series Reward Cars
Track Toys Tour: 2019 Porsche #70 Porsche Motorsport 935 Open Class Tour: 2011 BMW 1 Series M Coupé
Spotlight Cars
2019 Ginetta G40 Junior (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) 2013 Caterham Superlight R500 (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) 2019 Elemental RP1 (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) VIP Discount Cars
2014 BAC Mono (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) 2016 Lotus 3 Eleven (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) 1996 Porsche 996 GT1 (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) 1994 Mazda Miata (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) 2016 Brabham BT62 (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC)
Multiplayer Events
Spec Series
Lotus 3-Eleven Spec Series (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) Early Factory Racecar Series (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) Mazda Miata Spec Series (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) Modern Factory Racecar Series (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) Open Series
R Class Series and P Class Series (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) B Class Series and D Class Series (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) A Class Series and X Class Series (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) S Class Series and C Class Series (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC)
Spotlight Series
2019 Ginetta G40 Junior (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) 2013 Caterham Superlight R500 (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) 2019 Elemental RP1 (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) Rivals Events
Spec Division: Forza Touring Cars – Virginia International Raceway Full Circuit (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) VIP: Mono a Mono – 2014 BAC Mono – Yas Marina South Circuit (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC) Celebrate Senna’s Legacy with McLaren – 2018 McLaren Senna – Silverstone Grand Prix Circuit (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 26 5pm PT June 27 12am UTC) Spotlight – 2019 Ginetta G40 Junior – Brands Hatch Indy Circuit (May 15 5pm PT May 16 12am UTC – May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC) Spotlight – 2015 Porsche Cayman GTS – Mugello Club Circuit (May 22 5pm PT May 23 12am UTC – May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC) Spotlight – 2013 Caterham Superlight R500 – Grand Oak Club Circuit (May 29 5pm PT May 30 12am UTC – June 5 5pm PT June 12 12am UTC) Spotlight – 2019 Elemental RP1 – Lime Rock Full Circuit (June 5 5pm PT June 6 12am UTC – June 12 5pm PT June 13 12am UTC)
Bug Fixes and Improvements
Stability [All Platforms]
Fixed a game crash caused by quickly and repeatedly changing the number of Drivatar AI opponents in Free Play event setup. [1717959] Fixed an issue that occurred when exiting out of pre-race in Free Play quickly after switching cars or modifying the event setup would cause a soft lock in the loading screen. [1732080] Fixed a stability issue when the player would exit to Event Menu while on track in during a Test Drive. [1751335] Fixed an issue in which disconnecting and reconnecting a controller would prevent the player from progressing to the game menu. [1734977]
PC
Improvements have been made to video memory usage on PC. Addressed an issue where the screen would flash white when players entered the My Cars menu. [1749202] Fixed an issue on Steam where you would repeatedly be shown the Self-Improvement achievement, even when you haven't unlocked it. [1738129] Fixed an issue on Steam where the Safety Star and Safety Superstar achievements would accumulate incorrect progress after a multiplayer race. [1738130] Fixed an issue where the player could not exit out of Career when hovering over event posters and pressing the right mouse button. [1717135] Fixed an issue where Exit Event messages could not be closed out using a Cancel Button (B Button/ESC Key/Right Mouse Click). [1717315] Selecting replays using the mouse no longer requires a double click. [1580893] We’ve made changes to how PC graphics settings are applied to ensure you are only prompted to restart the game when it is necessary. [1568770] Fixed an issue where the player is prompted to restart the game when only the ‘Show Framerate’ toggle has been modified. [1755225] Fixed a PC-specific issue where the game would crash when disconnecting a wheel and reconnecting with a controller in Featured Multiplayer. [1728706]
Gameplay[All Platforms]
Introduced a Tire Wear Scale option to Free Play and Private Multiplayer, allowing adjustments to the rate at which tires are worn. 1x is the default value. At 2x, tire wear will occur twice as fast. Values range from .5x to 10x. This setting is found in the Event Setup Rules tab and in the Fuel & Tire menu when on track. Migrated the Open Class Tour in Career from the Builders Cup tab to the Featured tab. The Open Class Tour will be found in the Featured tab going forward. Fixed an issue where lap times faster than 18 seconds on Eaglerock Oval in Rivals X Class Time Attack leaderboards were not being posted. Fixed the achievement “Leisure Cruise” so that it now correctly unlocks when the specified criteria to complete a single lap at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps during sunset has been met. [1681510] Adjusted the rolling start in the Builders Cup Power Tour: Iconic Muscle event so that cars no longer collide before the 3-2-1. [1717346] Fixed an issue where players not using steering assists were given control of their car at the wrong time when exiting the pit. [1717893] Fixed a bug in Private Multiplayer lobbies where player cars would appear on the track instead of in the pits when the host changes the selected track and while one or more players are in the Post Race screen. [1729190] Fixed an issue in Private Multiplayer where timed races didn’t mark laps as dirty when driving off track. [1757780] In Featured Multiplayer, Telemetry now states the correct number of Qualifying Laps before Featured Race. [1733624] Fixed an issue where every Featured Multiplayer post-race transition would only ever show Laguna Seca art as the next track. Now, the player will see the correct track loading screens when continuing from one completed Featured Multiplayer race to the next event. [1653249] Fixed an issue where the "Not Connected" UI popup would repeatedly show during sign-in even after a connection was regained. [1746586] Fixed an issue in the Settings menu where resetting all options to default values did not apply to Audio Performance. [1731587]
Multiplayer – Matchmaking and Events [All Platforms]
We’ve updated Safety Ratings in Featured Multiplayer by increasing the number of previous races the Safety Rating uses to determine your rating from 10 to 20, and by making on-track collisions more impactful to Safety Rating. Changes will take effect after your first race in Update 8. In addition, we’ve improved the matchmaking algorithm to search for a narrower range of Safety Ratings compared to your own. For example, players with an 'S' Safety Rating should no longer be matched with players who have 'E' and 'D' Safety Ratings. Groups will be connected to matches based on the player with the lowest Safety Rating. We’ve updated Featured Multiplayer events to use consistent weather conditions and avoid unpredictable weather transitions mid-race. [1750733] Removed the 2020 KTM X-Bow GT2 and the 2020 Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 from the Forza GT Series and added them to the Modern Factory Racecar Series in Featured Multiplayer. [1753741] Added the 2019 Porsche #70 Porsche Motorsport 935 to the Forza GT Series in Featured Multiplayer. Developer’s Note: We’re currently working on recategorizing Forza GT racecars into separate spec divisions and expect to push these changes into the game this summer. Corrected an issue where the 1969 Lola #6 Sunoco T70 MkIIIB was eligible for the Vintage Le Mans Prototypes Series rather than the Prototype Group Racing Series. [1731588]
Car Balancing [All Platforms]
The following cars have been rebalanced in Featured Multiplayer Spec Series: Featured Multiplayer Spec Series Car Name Change Summary Forza GT Series 2019 Ginetta G55 GT4 Engine torque: +25% Car Mass: +13.4% Front Downforce: -45% Rear Downforce: -45% Early Factory Racecar Series 1997 McLaren F1 GT Increased Power 10% Early Factory Racecar Series 1997 Porsche 911 GT1 Strassenversion Increased Power 13% Lowered weight/ballast 3% Early Factory Racecar Series 1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione Increased power 10% Weight decreased 2%
Drivatar AI [All Platforms]
Reduced unnecessary braking scenarios for Drivatar AI opponents. Examples of this include braking while attempting to pass, two cars wide in corners, at the apex of corners, and on straights.
Tracks [All Platforms]
Gameplay[All Platforms]
Introduced a Tire Wear Scale option to Free Play and Private Multiplayer, allowing adjustments to the rate at which tires are worn. 1x is the default value. At 2x, tire wear will occur twice as fast. Values range from .5x to 10x. This setting is found in the Event Setup Rules tab and in the Fuel & Tire menu when on track. Migrated the Open Class Tour in Career from the Builders Cup tab to the Featured tab. The Open Class Tour will be found in the Featured tab going forward. Fixed an issue where lap times faster than 18 seconds on Eaglerock Oval in Rivals X Class Time Attack leaderboards were not being posted. Fixed the achievement “Leisure Cruise” so that it now correctly unlocks when the specified criteria to complete a single lap at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps during sunset has been met. [1681510] Adjusted the rolling start in the Builders Cup Power Tour: Iconic Muscle event so that cars no longer collide before the 3-2-1. [1717346] Fixed an issue where players not using steering assists were given control of their car at the wrong time when exiting the pit. [1717893] Fixed a bug in Private Multiplayer lobbies where player cars would appear on the track instead of in the pits when the host changes the selected track and while one or more players are in the Post Race screen. [1729190] Fixed an issue in Private Multiplayer where timed races didn’t mark laps as dirty when driving off track. [1757780] In Featured Multiplayer, Telemetry now states the correct number of Qualifying Laps before Featured Race. [1733624] Fixed an issue where every Featured Multiplayer post-race transition would only ever show Laguna Seca art as the next track. Now, the player will see the correct track loading screens when continuing from one completed Featured Multiplayer race to the next event. [1653249] Fixed an issue where the "Not Connected" UI popup would repeatedly show during sign-in even after a connection was regained. [1746586] Fixed an issue in the Settings menu where resetting all options to default values did not apply to Audio Performance. [1731587]
Multiplayer – Matchmaking and Events [All Platforms]
We’ve updated Safety Ratings in Featured Multiplayer by increasing the number of previous races the Safety Rating uses to determine your rating from 10 to 20, and by making on-track collisions more impactful to Safety Rating. Changes will take effect after your first race in Update 8. In addition, we’ve improved the matchmaking algorithm to search for a narrower range of Safety Ratings compared to your own. For example, players with an 'S' Safety Rating should no longer be matched with players who have 'E' and 'D' Safety Ratings. Groups will be connected to matches based on the player with the lowest Safety Rating. We’ve updated Featured Multiplayer events to use consistent weather conditions and avoid unpredictable weather transitions mid-race. [1750733] Removed the 2020 KTM X-Bow GT2 and the 2020 Lamborghini Essenza SCV12 from the Forza GT Series and added them to the Modern Factory Racecar Series in Featured Multiplayer. [1753741] Added the 2019 Porsche #70 Porsche Motorsport 935 to the Forza GT Series in Featured Multiplayer. Developer’s Note: We’re currently working on recategorizing Forza GT racecars into separate spec divisions and expect to push these changes into the game this summer. Corrected an issue where the 1969 Lola #6 Sunoco T70 MkIIIB was eligible for the Vintage Le Mans Prototypes Series rather than the Prototype Group Racing Series. [1731588]
Car Balancing [All Platforms]
The following cars have been rebalanced in Featured Multiplayer Spec Series: Featured Multiplayer Spec Series Car Name Change Summary Forza GT Series 2019 Ginetta G55 GT4 Engine torque: +25% Car Mass: +13.4% Front Downforce: -45% Rear Downforce: -45% Early Factory Racecar Series 1997 McLaren F1 GT Increased Power 10% Early Factory Racecar Series 1997 Porsche 911 GT1 Strassenversion Increased Power 13% Lowered weight/ballast 3% Early Factory Racecar Series 1989 Ferrari F40 Competizione Increased power 10% Weight decreased 2%
Drivatar AI [All Platforms]
Reduced unnecessary braking scenarios for Drivatar AI opponents. Examples of this include braking while attempting to pass, two cars wide in corners, at the apex of corners, and on straights.
Tracks [All Platforms]
Increased the track material luminance to be more physically correct, improving the overall contrast and color saturation of the track. This affects newly released tracks as well as future track updates. Maple Valley has been refreshed with “Mobil 1 Presents Maple Valley” race day branding, which includes new track signage featuring Mobil 1. Fixed multiple pop-in zones across the entire Maple Valley track. Fixed multiple pop-in zones across the entire Mid-Ohio track. Fixed numerous areas across Mid-Ohio where textures were displayed at low resolution or stretched. Placed a barrier along the pit exit at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. To accommodate this change, leaderboards for this track have been reset. Fixed a couple zones at Brands Hatch that were missing or displaying broken skids. We’ve reset leaderboards for Le Mans track layouts following the changes made to this track in Update 7.
Cars [All Platforms]
2016 Ford Shelby GT350R: Fixed an issue where suspension couldn’t be tuned without the Drift Suspension upgrade. [1648500] 2013 McLaren P1: Fixed an issue where the aero wing wasn’t displaying its deployment animation when accelerating after braking for a turn. [1592856] 1992 Volkswagen Golf Gti 16v Mk2: Fixed an issue where the Analog speedometer did not match the telemetry. [1652263] Fixed an issue on select cars where the fog lights or reflectors would instead act as brake lights. This fix applies to the 1998 Toyota Supra RZ, 2003 Ford Focus RS and 1997 McLaren F1 GT. [1730279] [1731165]
Livery Editor[All Platforms]
Introduced a Vinyl Material tool to the Livery Editor which can be used to uniformly adjust all vinyl materials on a car from matte (non-reflective) to glossy (reflective). This includes a reset option to revert all vinyls to match car paint glossiness. Imported designs from Forza Horizon 5 using its similar feature will automatically inherit these values. When removing a livery from a vehicle, the color will now be reset to the default manufacturer color instead of the color when the player purchases it. [1731939] Adjusted the arrangement of hint buttons in Livery Editor at the bottom of the screen. [1741965] Fixed an issue in the Livery Editor where the save popup would not be shown when exiting after flipping a decal or creating a mask from a layer. [1739245] The 'Find Designs' menu is now accessible for rental cars when players try to open it from 'Design & Paint Menu' and 'Livery Mode Select' scenes. [1643182] Fixed an issue where the game was creating empty base model liveries. Forza base liveries will no longer be created and stored unless it's the current livery in use. [1551365] Added iconography to layers in the Livery Editor. The player can now see icons to indicate if it's a mask layer or a locked layer. [1370431] The background values (position, scale, color, etc.) will not change when the player is navigating through the lighting options panel. [1734187] Fixed issues when flipping the rotation of vinyls in the Livery Editor. [1728080] Fixed an issue to prevent zooming of camera if the mouse is over Livery Color Selector in all color modes (Normal, Manufacturer, Special) for consistency. [1721951] Addressed an issue where player brake calipers were displaying the wrong color instead of the expected special colors. [1712512] Fixed an issue in the Design & Paint menu where non-block color vinyl shapes ignored mask effects. [1630741]
Accessibility [All Platforms]
Screen Narrator now properly narrates the “Place in Car Bay” scene. [1738094] Screen Narrator will now read associated credit bonuses as part of the option value names on Free Play Advanced options which affect credits earned during the event. This change also fixes the display of the bonus percentages for all players. [1721875] Fixed intermittent failures of Screen Narrator to read the tab names in the Builders Cup Series Selection scene. [1721928] Screen Narrator now fully supports the “Series Standings” leaderboard scene accessed from the Builders Cup Event Setup scene. [1721944], [1657223] Screen Narrator now correctly reads the Driving Assists modal popup for new players during the initial races of Career mode. [1738064] Screen Narrator will now always correctly read the Data Out IP Address and Port settings in the Gameplay & HUD settings menu. [1667393] Fixed an issue with Screen Narrator reading DLC pack descriptions twice in Purchase Options menu. [1746587] Added descriptive text for the SoundCloud Driver Suit. [1708217] The Tune Setups menu is now fully narrated. [1709554]
Localization[All Platforms]
Fixed an issue where several words were not translated when using [sv-SE] (Swedish-Sweden) language. [1589182] Fixed an issue causing hint button text to exceed the text boundaries in several languages. [1711597] Fixed a typo in Screen Narrator voiceovers in [pt-BR] (Portuguese-Brazil) when viewing car info panels. [1712323] Fixed an issue that caused text to overlap in the Fuel & Tire setup screen when text size is set to largest, and the language is set to [fi-FI] (Finnish-Finland). [1749301] Fixed an issue where the word “Pause” is not translated in [ja-JP] (Japanese-Japan). [1749465] Fixed an issue where the word “Hardcore” is not translated in several languages. [1749471] Fixed an incorrect character in [zh-TW] (Taiwanese Mandarin-Taiwan) that caused Fuel & Tire menu categories to be mistranslated. [1749479]
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2024.05.14 21:02 khannaimmigration Challenges faced by Newcomers in Canada Khanna Immigration Services

Challenges faced by Newcomers in Canada Khanna Immigration Services
Challenges faced by Newcomers in Canada
Moving to a new country is an exciting and life-changing experience, but it often comes with its own set of challenges. For newcomers in Canada, navigating a new culture, language, and job market can be overwhelming. In this blog post, we will explore some of the common obstacles faced by immigrants in Canada and offer tips on how to overcome them. Whether you are a recent arrival or have been living in Canada for years, this post will provide valuable insights on how to thrive in your new home.

Introduction

Canada is a country known for its diversity, welcoming nature, and opportunities. It is home to people from various cultural, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. In fact, Canada has one of the highest immigration rates in the world with approximately 350,000 newcomers arriving each year.
For many immigrants, moving to Canada can be a dream come true. However, this transition comes with its own set of challenges and obstacles that newcomers must face. In this blog article, we will discuss some of the common challenges faced by newcomers in Canada and how they can overcome them.

Adjusting to a New Culture:

One of the biggest challenges that newcomers face when they arrive in Canada is adjusting to a new culture. From food and language to social norms and customs, everything may seem unfamiliar at first. This can lead to feelings of isolation and homesickness for many newcomers.
To overcome this challenge, it is important for newcomers to learn about Canadian culture before arriving in the country. This could include researching traditions, etiquette, values as well as trying out local cuisine or attending cultural events. Additionally, joining community groups or seeking support from other immigrants who have already established themselves in Canada can also help with the transition.

Finding Employment:

Another major challenge faced by newcomers in Canada is finding employment. Despite having qualifications and work experience from their home country, many immigrants struggle to find jobs due to lack of Canadian work experience or recognition of foreign credentials.
To tackle this challenge, it is crucial for newcomers to research job markets before immigrating and understand what skills are in demand in their chosen field. Networking through professional associations or attending job fairs can also help them make connections and learn more about job opportunities available.

Navigating the Education System:

For immigrant families with school-aged children, navigating the education system can be daunting as well. Differences between educational systems from their home country may cause confusion while enrolling their children into schools.
To ease this challenge, it is recommended for newcomers to research and understand the Canadian education system beforehand. They can also seek guidance from school counsellors or immigrant support services to help their children transition smoothly into a new educational environment.
Moving to a new country presents its own set of challenges and newcomers in Canada are no exception. However, with proper research, preparation and support from the community, these challenges can be overcome.

Overview of immigration to Canada

Canada has long been known as a welcoming and diverse country, attracting immigrants from all over the world. In fact, it is estimated that approximately one in five Canadians are foreign-born. With its strong economy, high standard of living, and reputation for multiculturalism, it’s no wonder that Canada is such a popular destination for newcomers.
Immigration to Canada can be traced back centuries ago when the first indigenous peoples arrived on the land. However, the modern-day immigration policies were established in the 1960s with the introduction of the Points System. This system was designed to evaluate potential immigrants based on their skills, education, language proficiency, work experience and other factors deemed important for successful integration into Canadian society.
Today, there are various pathways for individuals to immigrate to Canada. The most common ones include economic immigration programs such as Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), family sponsorship programs, refugee protection programs and special programs for international students or temporary workers who wish to stay permanently in Canada.
Each pathway has its own set of requirements and selection criteria which can make navigating through the immigration process daunting for newcomers. Moreover, depending on an individual’s country of origin and personal circumstances, there may also be challenges in obtaining necessary documents or meeting medical or security clearance standards.
Once an immigrant successfully arrives in Canada, they face a whole new set of challenges related to settlement and integration into their new home. These challenges can range from finding suitable housing and employment opportunities to adapting to a new culture and learning a new language.
Newcomers may also struggle with accessing essential services such as healthcare or education due to lack of knowledge about available resources or language barriers. This can lead to feelings of isolation and frustration as they try to establish themselves in a new country while facing language barriers or cultural differences.
Furthermore, many immigrants face financial difficulties upon arrival as they may not have enough savings or credit history required by landlords or banks. This can delay the process of finding stable housing and employment, adding to the stress of settling in a new country.
In addition, newcomers may also experience discrimination or racism, which can have a negative impact on their overall well-being and sense of belonging. This is especially true for visible minorities or immigrants from underrepresented communities.
Despite these challenges, thousands of immigrants continue to make Canada their home each year. With support from government programs, non-profit organizations, and the welcoming nature of Canadian society, many newcomers are able to overcome these obstacles and build successful lives in Canada.

Reasons for immigration to Canada

There are countless reasons why individuals choose to immigrate to Canada. From economic opportunities to quality of life, Canada offers a multitude of benefits that make it an attractive destination for newcomers. In this section, we will discuss some of the most common and compelling reasons for immigrating to Canada.
  1. Economic Opportunities : One of the main reasons people choose to immigrate to Canada is for its strong economy and job market. With low unemployment rates and a growing economy, there are plenty of employment opportunities available in various industries such as technology, healthcare, finance, and more. This makes Canada an appealing option for those seeking better job prospects and financial stability.
  2. Quality of Life : Another significant factor that draws immigrants to Canada is its high quality of life. As one of the safest and most peaceful countries in the world, Canada offers a safe environment for individuals and families alike. Moreover, with universal healthcare coverage, free education up until secondary school level, and other social benefits, living standards in Canada are often considered amongst the best in the world.
  3. Multicultural Society : Known as a cultural mosaic, Canada is home to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. This welcoming attitude towards diversity makes it easier for newcomers to settle into their new country without feeling isolated or discriminated against. Furthermore, this also provides an opportunity for immigrants to learn about different cultures and traditions while maintaining their own.
  4. Education System : The Canadian education system is renowned globally for its high standards and quality education programs at all levels – from primary school through post-secondary institutions. For many families looking to provide their children with the best educational opportunities possible, moving to Canada can be an attractive choice.
  5. Political Stability : Another key factor that attracts immigrants is the political stability in Canada. The country has a stable government with laws that protect individual rights and freedoms which creates a sense of security among new residents.
6.Wilderness And Natural Beauty : For those who enjoy the great outdoors, Canada offers some of the most breathtaking landscapes and natural wonders in the world. From snow-capped mountains to crystal clear lakes and lush forests, there is no shortage of opportunities to explore nature and engage in outdoor activities.
These are just a few of the many reasons why people choose to immigrate to Canada. With its strong economy, high quality of life, diverse society, excellent education system, political stability, and natural beauty – it’s no wonder that Canada is often seen as an ideal destination for newcomers looking for a better future.

Challenges faced by newcomers in Canada:

Canada is known for its welcoming and diverse culture, making it a popular destination for immigrants from around the world. However, despite its reputation as a friendly and inclusive country, newcomers to Canada often face various challenges when settling into their new home. In this section, we will explore some of the most common challenges faced by newcomers in Canada.

1. Language Barrier:

One of the biggest challenges faced by newcomers in Canada is the language barrier. Many immigrants struggle with English or French as they are not their first language. This can make it difficult to communicate effectively with others, find employment opportunities, and navigate daily tasks such as grocery shopping or using public transportation.
To overcome this challenge, many newcomers enrol in English or French language classes offered by community centres or immigrant settlement organisations. These programs help them improve their language skills and gain confidence in communicating with others.

2. Employment:

Finding suitable employment is another significant challenge faced by newcomers in Canada. Despite having impressive qualifications and work experience from their home countries, many immigrants struggle to find jobs that match their skillset due to lack of Canadian work experience or recognition of foreign credentials.
To overcome this challenge, it is crucial for newcomers to network within their communities and take advantage of job fairs and workshops specifically designed for immigrants. They can also seek guidance from immigrant settlement organisations on how to get their credentials evaluated and recognized in Canada.

3. Cultural Adjustment:

Moving to a new country means adjusting to a new culture and way of life, which can be overwhelming at times for newcomers. They may experience culture shock and feel homesick as they try to adapt to a different lifestyle.
To cope with cultural adjustment, it is essential for newcomers to connect with other immigrants who have gone through similar experiences. Joining community groups or participating in cultural events can also help them feel more integrated into Canadian society.

4. Housing:

Securing affordable housing can be a significant challenge for newcomers in Canada, especially in larger cities where rental prices are high. Many newcomers may also not have a credit history or references, making it challenging to find suitable accommodation.
To overcome this challenge, newcomers can seek assistance from immigrant settlement organisations that offer housing support. They can also consider living with roommates or in shared accommodations until they establish themselves financially.
While Canada offers numerous opportunities and a vibrant cultural scene for newcomers, there are still challenges that need to be addressed. To overcome these challenges, it is crucial for immigrants to seek out support and resources available to them in their communities. With determination and resilience, newcomers can successfully overcome these challenges and build a successful life in Canada.
Moving to a new country is an exciting and life-changing experience, but it often comes with its own set of challenges. For newcomers in Canada, navigating a new culture, language, and job market can be overwhelming. In this blog post, we will explore some of the common obstacles faced by immigrants in Canada and offer tips on how to overcome them. Whether you are a recent arrival or have been living in Canada for years, this post will provide valuable insights on how to thrive in your new home.
One of the biggest challenges that newcomers face when they arrive in Canada is adjusting to a new culture. From food and language to social norms and customs, everything may seem unfamiliar at first. This can lead to feelings of isolation and homesickness for many newcomers.
To overcome this challenge, it is important for newcomers to learn about Canadian culture before arriving in the country. This could include researching traditions, etiquette, values as well as trying out local cuisine or attending cultural events. Additionally, joining community groups or seeking support from other immigrants who have already established themselves in Canada can also help with the transition. Read More...
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2024.05.14 19:39 PhantasmagoriaLuna Phantasphere-Genocide Reigns Part 1

Genocide Reigns
(note: I'm an indie game developer making an action/horror title called Phantasphere. This story is a spin off set in the same universe)
Year 2480X Ryze County Police Department
He's coming. The ensuing panic spread like a virus infecting all present with symptoms of looming dread. Officers worked steadfast to prepare also taking what time remained to train the few combat hardened civilians whom had fled to the station earlier. If only they knew. This demon that presented itself as a man had led a string of senseless massacres across the country. Only recently had it begun to prioritize police stations and army bases as a means of breaking the will of civilians who knew they would be next. Officers from several counties across the states were transferred here for this last stand. This Genocide must not continue. Gracia checked her pistol. Some 20 bullets remained. "I can do this", she thought, "I have to". She had dealt with similar cases before. Some poor soul is overtaken by some inextricably evil force and makes it their life's work to propagate death. Gracia had killed quite a few already. Live arrests weren't always possible. Beyond saving, careful interrogations of the scarce live catches yielded a startling connection. These killers all alluded to a well of overwhelming hatred and despair that consumed them after making eye contact with...Pale, black eyed entities. Some type of demon? Ghost maybe? The idea seemed nonsensical, but there was evidence nonetheless that some outside force was using them to fulfill some unknown purpose. At the present time, all they could do was stop the killers after they had killed. It was always too late by then and more would appear randomly elsewhere. What good could be done here in an isolated station hoping to stop one guy out of possibly hundreds? "The guy we're waiting for is different from the others," detective Evans spoke from the center of a crowd nearby. Gracia moved in closer. "The others typically strike from the shadows, hide their faces behind masks, and prefer to get up close and personal with their victims. What we're dealing with is on a completely different scale. The trail of bloodshed this guy leaves is too difficult for the media to cover up. He loves the spectacle. Headlining the news. We can't keep using the burst pipeline excuse for 6 stations being destroyed in a row. We have to stop him before the world at large finds out. You wonder why we need so many people here? Its simple. We're gonna out-man this one man. He always attacks stations through the front door. Like other killers he's fast, strong- you know the usual, but he also uses guns." "What!", a voice rang out from the crowd. "They aren't supposed to do that!" another gasped. Officer Lary spoke with a cheesy grin" Ya tellin' me we just gotta deal with a regular ass gunman eh? That's a welcome change of pace init? Heck I'm too old to be running around being chased like I'm in some scary movie". The detective rebutted" You don't get it. He uses guns. Not a handgun, not rifles, not boom sticks, not rpgs, not knives not grenades but ALL of them. He uses guns. Plural. It'll take essentially an army to match his arsenal. He used to be a man named -redacted-, but in his pursuit of chaos he has become Genocide." A dark form manifests from the night outside the station. Genocide is coming.
Bang! something slams into the front door. Everyone freezes. Officer Tatum edges slowly to it, shockgun in hand. By no means lethal, the shockgun was lighter, easy to control, and could stun targets temporarily. If Genocide was here, Tatum could stun him and duck for cover leaving the station free to light him up like a Christmas tree. That was the plan they came up with. He got closer to the glass door and peered outside. He was met with hate filled bloodshot eyes framed by an unkempt beard and wild straggly hair. Tatum felt some relief. He knew the man outside. It was Jim Jimenez. Jim was a former drug dealer turned informant. He was found out and had to flee from his old life. He became homeless, hiding in plane sight. This allowed him safety at the cost of his mental health. Tatum knew the man, but those eyes were not his. Tatum blinked and saw that the look of malice had vanished. What he instead saw was a helpless, wounded man, bleeding from the right arm pleading for help. Tatum looked behind Jim, eyeing the empty lot. The coast seemingly clear Tatum unlocked the door and let Jim in. Jim had been roaming the town looking for shelter and tried squatting in an abandoned looking apartment complex. There he found that the building contained several murdered families some succumbing to gunshots but the majority having met their end to fire and suffocation. Jim had decided to make his way to the station to tell police what happened and met trouble on the way. He described getting stabbed by a man wearing a trench coat with long dark hair. Despite the injuries, Jim could move surprisingly well and seemed to ignore the pain. Jim insisted that the man had spared him on the condition he deliver a message. "What message?" Tatum asked. Jim beckoned him to come closer. Tatum leaned in and Jim whispered, "Tell them. Tell them that Genocide is coming closer." The following events were a blur. Jim had concealed the knife he was stabbed with. He stabbed Tatum 4 times in the chest and wrestled his shockgun away. Using Tatum as a shield, Jim engaged everyone in the lobby. Jim wasn't himself. He was stronger. He was faster. He was tactical. He would stun an officer in place only to stab them and use their as a body shield. No one could get a clear shot without hitting a colleague. Gracia watched the scene unfold. In minutes Jim had acquired a magnum from the holster of one of his victims. In seconds 3 officers had their heads exploded. The magnum rounds coated the walls red with those they hit and stained the clothes of those they missed. Gracia felt fear rising in her chest. She calmed herself and tried to think. She saw the bodies on the ground. The blood. She saw how dismissively Jim stepped over them. Like they were nothing. Like trash. She saw the man firing erratically into groups of people, not so much to kill but as to cause panic. That's it! As Gracia contemplated her next move it hit her. She was knocked backwards and landed on the ground. She weakly clutched her chest. Her breathing grew shallow. Jim mad his way deeper into the station. The officers were retreating from their standoff. Jim stepped over her body and saw red staining her uniform. Just another casualty. He moved on. At this point the civilians began panicking. Everyone gave up trying to save their allies and fired blindly at the madman. "Don't shoot the messenger," Jim laughed as he stripped his latest meat shield of an automatic rifle. Detective Evans took cover behind an overturned desk. To his left Larry struggled to light a cigar. "You still think this is a cakewalk?" Evans shouted firing 2 quick shots from his gun before ducking back down. Lary lost hold of his lighter and it clattered on the ground." Crap." He reached for it and looked in the corner of the room. A mirror. He looked at it for what seemed like ages and his smirk returned " Y'know that mex'n gal with the short hair. Where is she? I didn't see her get shot." Evans glanced a peak at Jim spraying lead in all directions. Behind him was a corpse. Evans blinked. It seemed to be getting closer. Its her. Gracia painstakingly inched her way into Jim's blind spot. She was roughly 6 feet away from him. Flanking him seemed like a brilliant idea but waiting idly by for the right moment as the people around her died filled her with anger. Worse still, she had to steal a blood soaked shirt from one of the deceased officers to keep up the facade. Inching ever so steadily she mad it within 3 feet of Jim. She reached behind her belt and unclipped a pair of handcuffs. Screams could be heard as more people were hit. Gracia couldn't wait any longer. Fluidly she got to her feet and rushed Jim. She kicked the back of his knee causing him to stumble as she put the handcuffs on him. Figuratively. The handcuffs were around Jim's neck. She yanked him back causing his gun to drop. "You don't know what you're doing." Jim spat. "We all need to accept it. The end of days is upon us. Death rides his horse through these forsaken lands. We must serve or be sacrificed in turn. Accept it!"He elbowed Gracia in the ribs causing her to let go. He spun around and lunged at her. She landed on her back, Jim steadily choking her. Gracia thought fast. She couldn't struggle. Jim was too strong. She delivered a precise chop to the center of Jim's neck which was exposed. Jim lurched back to catch his breath. A clean shot. A bullet pierced through Jim's back. Weakened, Gracia rolled him over and began punching him repeatedly using the handcuffs as brass knuckles. The sound of Jim's skull cracking echoed through the station. This would go on for nearly 20 seconds before Gracia stopped, checked his pulse, confirmed Jim was still alive, then finally put the cuffs on Jim's wrists.
Click. Bodies are wrapped and moved to a makeshift storage room. Click. The available weapons are gathered and redistributed. Click. Officers are assigned to sniping positions on neighboring buildings. Click. Police cruisers circle the lot outside. Click. In the holding cell, Jim opens his eyes. Click. Lary flicks his lighter. Click. Gracia sips coffee from a paper cup. Click. Shells hit the ground at the feet of Genocide. Click. Genocide walks outside a cafe and looks at the station in the distance. Click. Lary clicks his lighter.
"All ya'll gon' fall," Jim ranted." You can't drain the ocean. You can't put out the sun. Evil will always exist. That there Genocide is proof . I saw him. Saw myself within his eyes. Saw the evil in me that I could no longer try to hide. He taught me to embrace the darkness within. Its in all of us begging to be let out. Can you hear it!" Lary clicked his lighter and got up from his chair. He grabbed a cup of liquor from another officer mid sip and walked over to Jim. He doused it on Jim, the liquid stinging his open wounds. Jim yelped. Across the station, radios blurred to life. Several of their lookouts on the outside had been killed. "He's gon' get ya," Jim smiled imitating Lary's signature grin. "Genocide! Genocide! Genocide!" The other inmates saw the chance to irritate Lary and joined in all shouting in unison,"Ge-No-Cide! Ge-No-Cide! Ge-No-Cide!" The chanting grew louder. Unbearable. They invoked upon the name of the beast, and so it came.
Genocide is upon us. A wave of dread spread across the officers. They could feel its presence. Gracia knew the sensation. The awful aura that the other killers gave off. This was different. Far more oppressive. She struggled to breathe as the air got colder. Her instincts screamed for her to run. She could only imagine what the others were going through. Its time. Across the lot Genocide stood. A siren blared over the intercom. "Everyone get into positions!" Evans yelled. Wayne finished setting the last of the c4 near the station entrance. "That's the last of them. Have remote triggers set around all the major hallways. I'll be in the security room ready to pull the switch." Wayne acted as an explosives expert. His job was to detonate bombs placed throughout the station to slow down Genocide should it enter the building. He would stay in the security room, monitoring the cameras and giving real time updates on the officers' positions. From the holding cell, inmates chanted for Genocide. Lary got off his phone" That bastard mixed us up. How did we not notice?" Evans asked what he meant. Lary, dumbfounded, said that most of the town was already dead. Genocide had broken his usual pattern. He went on a killing spree across a defenseless town BEFORE attacking the police station. They had let everyone down. The people they swore to protect. This Genocide was a monster, but he was still a man. Capable of learning from his past actions. Planning. Adapting. It wasn't in his style to stealthily kill his victims or even use a silencer on any of his guns, but an exception had been made for tonight. An exception that would cost them. Gracia was stationed on the second floor. She peered out the window. Her heart skipped a beat. Two cruisers made slow donuts patrolling the lot and standing unmoving between them was a man all in black. Gracia called in to Wayne asking if he saw anything outside. Wayne said the monitors were all clear then checked again. He cursed. He noticed small details were off. The cameras showing the outside of the station were wrong. Sure they showed the same scenery and weather but cars passed by on screen too frequently for a dead town. Too many to make sense for the quarantine they had set in place. Wayne concluded that the cameras had been hacked. Different prerecorded footage was being shown on the live feed to misdirect them. Gracia saw the man look up at her. A light rain started to fall. The officers patrolling outside were contacted. From the holding cells, inmates called for genocide.
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2024.05.14 19:38 wenlee01 The Benefits of Quiet Time for Toddlers: How to Establish a Routine

The Benefits of Quiet Time for Toddlers: How to Establish a Routine

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At Eden Castle Preschool, we understand the importance of fostering a well-rounded and nurturing environment for your toddlers. One of the valuable practices we implement at our Pre-School is “quiet time,” or “Bye-Bye” time during dispersal, which offers numerous benefits for your child’s development. In this blog post, we’ll explore the advantages of quiet time for toddlers and provide guidance on how parents can establish this beneficial routine at home.
Rest and Recharge
Toddlers are full of boundless energy, and at Eden Castle Preschool, we believe that allowing them time to rest and recharge is essential for their overall well-being. Quiet time provides a structured break during their day, allowing them to rejuvenate both physically and emotionally.
Emotional Regulation
Quiet time also plays a significant role in helping toddlers learn to regulate their emotions. By offering a calm and soothing environment, we help children reduce feelings of frustration or overwhelm, fostering emotional resilience.
Cognitive Development
During quiet time, toddlers engage in independent play, which is essential for cognitive development. At Eden Castle Preschool, we provide age-appropriate toys and activities that enhance their cognitive skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
Language Development
Quiet time encourages toddlers to explore books and engage in solitary activities that stimulate language development. Exposure to new words and ideas during this time supports their growing vocabulary.
Routine and Predictability
Establishing a consistent quiet time routine at Eden Castle Preschool offers children a sense of security and predictability in their daily lives, promoting a stable and comfortable learning environment.

How to Train Toddlers for Quiet Time

At Eden Castle Preschool, we understand the importance of fostering a well-rounded and nurturing environment for your toddlers. One of the valuable practices we implement at our Pre-School is “quiet time,” or “Bye-Bye” time during dispersal, which offers numerous benefits for your child’s development. In this blog post, we’ll explore the advantages of quiet time for toddlers and provide guidance on how parents can establish this beneficial routine at home.
Rest and Recharge
Toddlers are full of boundless energy, and at Eden Castle Preschool, we believe that allowing them time to rest and recharge is essential for their overall well-being. Quiet time provides a structured break during their day, allowing them to rejuvenate both physically and emotionally.
Emotional Regulation
Quiet time also plays a significant role in helping toddlers learn to regulate their emotions. By offering a calm and soothing environment, we help children reduce feelings of frustration or overwhelm, fostering emotional resilience.
Cognitive Development
During quiet time, toddlers engage in independent play, which is essential for cognitive development. At Eden Castle Preschool, we provide age-appropriate toys and activities that enhance their cognitive skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
Language Development
Quiet time encourages toddlers to explore books and engage in solitary activities that stimulate language development. Exposure to new words and ideas during this time supports their growing vocabulary.
Routine and Predictability
Establishing a consistent quiet time routine at Eden Castle Preschool offers children a sense of security and predictability in their daily lives, promoting a stable and comfortable learning environment.

How to Train Toddlers for Quiet Time

Now that we’ve highlighted the benefits, let’s explore how you can help your child embrace quiet time effectively:
Set a Schedule
Create a regular quiet time schedule at home, aligning it with the routine your child experiences at Eden Castle Preschool. Consistency is key to success.
Create a Quiet Space
Designate a comfortable and inviting area for quiet time, similar to the cozy spaces we have at Eden Castle Preschool. Pillows, blankets, and age-appropriate toys or books are essential.
Choose Age-Appropriate Activities
Provide toys and activities suitable for your child’s age and development level, just as we do at Eden Castle Preschool.
Model Behavior
Sit quietly with your child initially to demonstrate how quiet time works. Gradually encourage them to engage in independent activities.
Be Patient
Remember that every child is unique, and some may take time to adjust to the routine. Patience and positive reinforcement are crucial.
Limit Screen Time
At Eden Castle Preschool, we discourage screen time during quiet time. Encourage activities that promote creativity and imagination.
Stay Consistent
Consistency is vital for success. Even if your child resists initially, sticking to the routine will help them adapt.
Gradual Increase in Duration
Start with short sessions and gradually increase the duration as your child becomes more accustomed to quiet time.

In Conclusion

At Eden Castle Preschool, we believe in providing a holistic approach to early childhood education, and incorporating quiet time into your child’s routine is just one of the ways we support their development. By understanding the benefits and following our expert guidance, you can help your toddler thrive in a structured and nurturing environment both at home and in our preschool.
For more information about our curriculum and how we prioritize your child’s growth and well-being, visit Eden Castle Preschool.
We look forward to partnering with you on your child’s educational journey at Eden Castle Preschool.
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2024.05.14 19:36 Independent-Proud How long is long? 19M (me) and 18F been talking for a while, need advice on next steps.

I’ve (19M) been talking to this girl (18F) for almost 2 months now, met about 4 months ago. We’re both in our first years of uni. Our interactions have been really good and we click really well when we’re together and also on text, and we’ve been out 3 times so far. We didn’t call them dates but two of them were basically kinda like dates (coast walk and museum/kbq).
Right now we’re on a short 2 week break for uni (not a talking break). I’m and international student so I’m going back home for the break and she’s a domestic so she’s staying there. We’ve been chatting quite a bit, almost everyday. Most of the times it’s me initiating the conversations but she did a few times as well. But once we start we just hit it off and can chat for hours and deep into the night too, I try to text in the evenings usually because during the day one of us are typically busy either working, studying, or just having me time.
Three things I need some advice on -
One is how can I spend more time in person together because I feel like we interact on text way more than in person, which is something I’d like to change. But the thing is we’re in completely different faculties so it makes it slightly more challenging.
The second thing (probably the most major one) is whether or not I should just ask her out on a date and call it a date, instead of just “hey do you wanna grab dinnedo this, do that”, just straight up “hey we’ve went out a few times but we never labeled it, would you like to go out on a date with me”. I don’t wanna let this drag and go into an awkward stage where we’ve just been in the perpetual talking stage.
Finally, how long is long? I understand that for different situations long is subjective. So for me it’s more of how long is long to not text each other for a while. And how long is considered long before getting into a relationship (conventionally).
I’m taking this time back home as a time to step away a little bit and gather and process my thoughts, and I want a little insight.
TLDR: Been talking for 2 months I (19M) and (18F). Three questions, how to spend more time together? Should I just ask her out on a proper date? How long is considered long for not talking and officially getting into a relationship?
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2024.05.14 17:52 KanimalZ High School Career Project!

Yellow y’all, I am a Junior in High School currently in a program my public school has where they send us to another school to take a class. I am taking the Veterinary Science Class and we have been working on a project for a bit now. It is a career project were we research a career we are interested in. There are 2 parts to the project. The first part is the research portion. We research what education we need and were we can go to get it to reach our career goal as well as information about the career relating to what it requires, does it involve travel, how laborious is it, what is needed for it, what are the patient relationships like, what is the social aspect like, the requirements for the career, etc. This is the easier portion for me, but the harder portion I have found is the second part. For the second portion is a grade by itself and contributes to the first parts grade. (Both summative grades) What is required for this second portion is we must find someone who works in the field and contact them about interviewing them on their experiences in the field. (What it has been like for them, what I should know about it, and any tips, tricks, or forewarnings I should know) I had ended up finding a farrier in the area that seemed nice and who is exspeinced and licensed. I had emailed them emailed them explaining who I am, the project I was doing this for, and where I go to school with the class the project was for. I covered everything my teacher had told everyone in the class to do. She had given us a template to use and base our emails off of and I did while changing it up a little bit to be friendly, but keeping the main necessary content in it. I singed off at the bottom of the email with my name again, my email that was used to send this email, and my phone number if she would prefer to use that instead. After about 2 - 3 weeks with no response I sent a follow up email that my teacher also gave us a template for. The email templates we had were made in class as a class. It was part of the creative/business aspect in the project. After about 10 days with no response I was ready to tell my teacher about the situation and ask what to do when I finally got my first and, spoiler alert, only response. She explained that she was traveling and didn’t check her email in that amount of time. She said that she was now trying to ketchup on her email now. In her email to me she said and I quote “Are you interested in learning about traditional horse shoeing? I am a natural hoofcare provider with my focus being barefoot trims. I only have a handful of horses in composite type shoes that I strictly glue on. I do not use nails or work with metal shoes so I am not sure I’d be the best fit if you are planning to attend a horseshoeing school. I can recommend other traditional farriers locally to shadow if that is the direction you may want to pursue. However, if you are interested in a natural barefoot approach then I am happy to chat with you and have you join for shadowing.” End quote. I showed my teacher the email the next day looking for advice as to how I should respond. My teacher said to continue to try and make plans for an interview and potential job shadow that she seemed interested in taking on. My teacher also told me to try and get the other recommendations as well. I then replied to her email saying how I would be happy to learn from her and job shadow with her or at the very least do an interview with her. I also then said how my teacher suggested I ask if I could have the other farrier recommendations. After that I mentioned again how much it would mean to me if she gave me the chance and for her to have a wonderful night. That’s was sent march 17th. Still no reply. After a bit of waiting for a response I tried calling her because in her email she left her number. It went to voicemail so I left a voicemail message saying who I am, my number, project information from my first email, and that I am still interested in the interview and at least a job shadow. I haven’t received a return call or any missed calls. In her voicemail she said if she isn’t able to get back to you within a few days to message her through text, so I did. I was then left on read for about a week until I asked my teacher what to do. She suggested I ask if I can at least interview her over the phone or have her just send me a message of answer to my questions. So that is what I asked her sending the same message through both text and email. I also provided her with example questions that I would be asking in the message. I have been since left on read with no reply. I am now turning to searching for someone new on here to help me. I just need someone to answer a few questions on their experience being a farrier. It would mean so much to me if someone could help me here. I understand everyone here has their own lives and must be busy with such, but this assignment is due may 22nd and today is may 14. I only have 8 days left for this second portion and I hope y’all understand. Sorry this came out to be so long. Please, have a wonderful rest of your day and my email is katelynnzannoni99@gmail.com if anyone can help. Thank you.
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2024.05.14 17:36 AgreeableAd9816 I don’t feel like I have adequate emotional depth and empathy

I had social anxiety up until 4 years ago due to bullying and body image issues. I had a comfortable upbringing, which was rather sheltered. I’m a single child so my parents were and are overprotective. For some reason I don’t feel happiness easily, my default settings seem anger, broodiness, doubt towards and myself.
I have always found it difficult to associate with people, what they feel. For example about 6 years ago my friend showed me a new bracelet she bought expecting me to give a reaction. I just said “oh”, then she had to tell me that I was supposed to say it looks pretty or something in such a situation.
Whatever empathy I’ve learned has been over the past 3 years that too because I was forced to do so when someone I considered my only friend up and left because of my own sabotaging behaviour. I have made a few friends since then, my social life is better but I still feel this sense of disconnect with everything. My internship in medicine opened my eyes to the world and other’s suffering but even now I have to put a lot of effort to communicate and make others comfortable. I feel utterly exhausted later.
Now that I think back to my childhood I remember the good and the bad. My mother was extremely unhappy with her life, my father though good on paper is not good at showing affection. She halted her career progression to appease my father and grandmother , to take care of me. Her career is stagnant though she’s extremely intelligent.
My mother used to say things like “Don’t try to talk, you won’t know what to speak about. I know I can’t expect much from you. I’m disappointed in you, you are not fun to talk to.” All of this inspite of me being an obedient child, who was always appreciated at school for academics. Up until 10 years of age she used to help me study and hit me when I used to do something wrong. It also didn’t help that my parents fought a lot, it didn’t set a good example as to how I should communicate with others.As a result I didn’t communicate unless absolutely necessary at home up until 3 years ago.
My mother used to be affectionate at other times and really strived to make me nice meals and take me on vacations. My father too is very protective of me. I feel like I’m recalling the past because my mother recently asked me not to wear a particular set of clothes again while exercising because someone had commented on me being fat while wearing it. I don’t like that she wants me to take into consideration a stranger’s unsolicited opinion. Mind you I always dress conservatively, mostly in loose fitting clothes. She still says some mean things like “You are stupid”. I literally have to scream to get her attention.To top it all off she still says things like “Why can’t you be happy, you have everything in life “. I really want to move away for residency.
I feel like crying if I think of all this, I keep praying to God to make me feel different. To make me feel like a real human being and not a shell or some kind of android learning to self programme emotions. I was recently watching kimono mom videos and was crying seeing the kind of gentle parenting some children are afforded. I really wish to be a more gentle, happy, fulfilled person.
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2024.05.14 17:28 Environmental-Diet75 Changes I noticed between Hades 2 and Hades 1, gameplay wise

I will not discuss any gameplay any movements/cast mechanic since it's probably the biggest topic when you compare the two games and have been discussed enough, so here's a list of Gameplay related mechanics that I think differ from the previous game.
Also, there are very heavy spoilers of this EA, so I recommend to read only if you have beaten the final boss at least 5 to 10 times
Boons:
1) Getting a high rarity boon is A LOT easier in Hades 2. The fountain keepsake, Hera boon that randomly gives you 2 heroic (quite strong on the surface since the there aren't many encounters if you ask me), the guaranteed upgrade when you have a God's Keepsake on and a general sense of higher chance when choosing a boon and more non-binded reroll make you have an average Epic rarity. I never was picky with the boon rarity, but this games makes you that. Also, some boons are also very rarity and level dependent (Ephaestus can be useless and broken depending on that) while others don't make much of a difference (Hera's magic Regen is broken in every shape or form).
2) With every new mechanic we have, it seems that the number of boons the game offers is heavy-RNG dependent. You can have like 20 boons in the second biom or arrive in the third with some core boon missing. You can manipulate it well, but I usually like to see what the game has to offer more than trying to go for a certain build.
3) Duals/Legendary: I still haven't tried every legendary boon yet, but they don't feel as powerful as in the first game. Zeus' 7% chance fo kill someone randomly is just meh, Demeter's is the same and I'm kinda sad about that. Ephaestus' can be tuned to a +2 for almost any weapon except some aspect of the staff or the blades. Duals are in the same league of Hades 1, some are really good, some have a niche use and some are useless.
Poms: While your boons are "stronger" I feel like it is harder to pome them. Idk if that's just fewer pomes offered, but they're more rare in the shop since there are a lot more things to buy now (armor, selene's hex, magic potions and so on) and when you're in the last biom and get offered the three pomes you often don't have a lot of rerolls or have too many boons in the pool.
Keepsakes: I feel like this game has stronger keepsake in like 80% of the cases. Every God keepsake is stronger since you can rarify a boon of your choosing and not have that 15% more rare chance. Artemis and Hermes' ones are quite fun and can have a some gimmicky use. Icarus' keepsake can be equipped in the third biom and gives u a random hammer that can make your build broken (heavy rng but when it happens it's fantastic). The fountain one almost gives you an heroic boon, Odisseus' one gives you 15/20% damage reduction against bosses
Weapons: First of all, I was stunned that we already have 5 different weapons to choose from. And I was also more astonished when I discovered there were 2 more aspects for each weapon other than Melinoe's one. So while I sincerely think this is ridiculous amount of content, I still think that the weapon is the point they need to work more in the next updates. Almost any weapon needs to be polished in some way, for example the Axe always needs to make a normal attack before the omega, and being that slow it often causes you to take damage. The torches are kinda wacky, you cannot choose the opponent to attack and they don't give much reward for the high risk damage output you can are exposed too. The skull also doesn't have a defined role rn, it feels like the cast from the first game, but when you used the cast you could have also used the attack, special, dash and call while now you only have that and Melinoe's cast. The staff and the blades are broken if you compare them with the others since there are more "high tier" builds that can work with them and have more interesting aspects. The aspects of the other 3 kinda feel the same but it's okay right now, as I said I was shocked we had so many weapons/aspect
Resources/Grinding: While there are some new mechanics in the game like harvesting, mining and clearing shadows, they don't really have a defined curve. You can have 10/15 runs where you can't upgrade anything and then upgrade 3 things, do some "magic" stuff in the big pot (idk the English name since I'm Italian) with only one run. Also, the spawn of materials to collect during runs is too low, specially for the resources locked behind later bioms. I did not find one obsidian rock to mine in 3 runs and getting rewarded with only 3 pieces is not enough. I do not want to rush or anything, but if I have to equip a determinated tool, I at least want the thing to happen when I arrive to that biom. Also, bosses' object don't have a use rn. I have over 30 Scylla's pearl and can't exchange them or at least I haven't found how to use them, so if you know something pls tell me.
Minor thing:
Armor: rn it feels okay at best, Arachne is quite skippable unless you have low health or no magic Regen. Ephaestus' boon that gives you 75 armor is the same.
NPC during runs: They have a bigger pool of objects/boon to offer and Idk if that's a bad thing or not since we have more of them. Icarus' +20 raw special damage can be absurd on some builds and I'm glad he doesn't offer it every time. Still, you often need some death defiance from Echo and she just says no...no...no... I also don't like how they treated Artemis: she was the base for every crit based buil and having her give only one boon per run (especially when they're the same of Hades 1) is almost useless.
Surface: I know they probably overturned it since it's only two bioms for now, but holy sh!t. The Cyclop and Eris are still easier than Chronos but you don't have a build as strong as the one you have when you go against him. In the end, I like this mode a lot since kinda feels like a boss rush, where you can kinda choose your build before entering the encounter and the go slain the boss.
In the end, I think I like this game more than I initially liked the first installment. I know that it's because I know what to expect from Supergiant and from an Hades game, but the lore feels deeper and more serious than before and I really, really like the characters introduced, but damn I miss Dionysus.
Edit: Grammar
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2024.05.14 17:09 masterkurkus why do I always have to go?

Every genuine relationship or friendship I had, ended because I left. I fall in love with them and everything goes well then I wake up one day and I look at myself and realise that I need to work on myself in so many aspects and that I don’t have time for relationships. I can’t stay. I’m in love with my boyfriend but I can’t seem to grow with him. It’s like as soon as I started seeing him, I started losing myself. I lose myself when i’m with someone for too long. not even too long man it’s been like 8 months. I stopped doing boxing, i’m less adventurous, not very social, always with him and when im with him, I dont feel like myself anymore. It’s like I always slowly start becoming the person infront of me. without me realising it. it kills me to think of leaving him. but my whole soul is telling me to leave for the sake of myself. Why? even with my previous relationship, I had to leave because I wasn’t happy with myself as a person and decided i should work on it more. I did. I thought I was happy with myself up until I started dating my current boyfriend. It’s like I found peace in his peace and not mine. I made him my peace. I can’t grow like this. every person I have been with or met, have asked me the same question. with the same words. Why do you always have to go?
I’m so tired. It’s like I’m never able to stay with someone no matter how much I love them. What can I do? Is there a way to grow in a relationship while simultaneously working on myself? I don’t feel like I can do that. I know that letting go will make me become someone better. I have big dreams and maybe I just outgrow the people around me so much. I feel lost and I don’t know what to do.
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2024.05.14 15:20 RFelixFinch Product Demos and Universal Translators

TL;DR: Product Demos are usually far more impressive than actual application and LANGUAGE IS HARD.
This will come off cynical, because when it comes to AI I am HEAVILY cynical, but I figure Burnie and Ashley, as two people who have been involved with gaming and tech as long as they have, would not be so quick to gush on Product Demos. We have seen time and time again that the product promised is rarely the product delivered and that when one can control the circumstances under which a technology is demonstrated it is far easier to get it to function than when you hand it to an ignorant, malicious, or lesser-skilled end-user.
Now, on the subject of Universal Translators, the reason it doesn't exist is simple. Linguistics consists of:
Computers and programs are pretty decent at the first two parts within a general prescriptive sense, but the problem is once you can start altering the structure of a sentence, using euphemisms and innuendo, or just completely change the tone of what is said through stress and emphasis it gets difficult to program AI to expect and adapt to that.
The big example I'll give is from a few years back, the former president was giving translators a headache because of you took the literal words he said and put them on paper it is an incoherent mess, much of the communication comes from implication and the ability to connect references to other events. When you translate literally it just looks like word salad.
That's an extreme example, but one I'll take a small step forward with is that regional variation exists that doesn't always directly translate even if both are technically speaking the same "language".
If you want to understand Semantics/Pragmatics, think of memes. Memes have a literal meaning and a contextual meaning, and it is easy to see how an unfamiliarity with a meme format would make it difficult to translate a usage.
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2024.05.14 15:18 LCC16 My dog has yeasty feet-any tips?

Disclaimer: he sees a vet regularly and the vet has looked at his feet, he said it’s nothing to be concerned about. It has gotten worse since then and I will bring it up again next time we see him, but if anyone has any advice in the meantime I’d appreciate it!
I have a miniature schnauzer named Howie. He has pretty bad allergy issues and takes apoquel which helps, but we’ve always had trouble with his feet. They smell yeasty, and he has crusty, flaky skin between his toes on the tops of his feet. When it gets especially bad he’ll have large skin flakes start to accumulate and I try to keep it cleaned out so it doesn’t build up but he doesn’t like me messing with his toes, they are pretty sensitive.
Does anyone have any tips for how to keep the irritation/itchiness down, or anything I can tell the vet to get it treated properly? Thank you!
Edit after checking the FAQ: I know for a fact it isn’t anything serious. Howie has a history of melanoma and early heart disease, so he has had every blood test under the sun within the past 4 months. He has had this issue for years, it just seems to be getting progressively worse as he ages.
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2024.05.14 14:46 eebaym Weight Gain After Stopping Hormonal IUD?

Hey guys! I know this is a topic that’s commonly talked about but I wanted to share my experience. For context, I grew up chubbier and lost my weight at 14 through diet changes before starting birth control, I went from 200 to about 135 at the end of it. From 14-15 I was on combined bc pills (since May 2019) and I didn’t notice anything major beyond weight maintenance and bigger boobs despite being skinnier. Then, I stopped the pills (March 2020) because my boyfriend broke up with me at 15 hahaha. So about a year I was on the pill for. Anyway, a few months went by before I got in another relationship so I didn’t take anything. I gained weight, felt puffy, etc. but nothing too too bad and my clothes still fit. Once I got in a relationship in October 2020, I decided to try the Kyleena IUD, because I liked the idea of not needing to take pills. I was on it for 3 and a half years and stopped it this January 2024. When on both kinds of birth control I never exceeded 145 pounds. And even when I gained weight after initially stopping the pills, I didn’t exceed 160. When I got on the IUD i regulated once again and lost weight. Lowest I was on kyleena was 126 but I have a theory it’s because weed was anti inflammatory for me because I used for two years on IUD before quitting. I’ll admit, I do eat junk but nothing could’ve prepared me for the weight gain since January 2024. I’ve gained almost 50 pounds. No major changes to diet. I even go to the gym now and eat high protein and have definitely maintained a caloric deficit. My boobs are purple and I have stretch marks everywhere. I know it’s silly but I can’t even look at myself let alone prepare for summer clothes this year. I don’t want to go back on birth control but there’s no sign of this changing. I know it’s been 4 months but it just seems like everything is plummeting. I take thyroid and cycle supplements, and prenatals solely because they contain more of what you need than regular ones. Does anyone have this iud experience? My doctor thinks my panels will come back normal. I want to try to balance my hormones naturally but idk.
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2024.05.14 14:11 fiftyfour13 letting go of shame

tldr: I like myself, but I need to love myself with the same intensity that I love others.
I'm not very good at naming my own emotions, but I can intellectualise the situation without realising that I'm even experiencing it because I have a total disconnect between my brain and my body. I experience echolalia and unintentionally mirror others and sometimes intentionally without realising that everyone does it to a certain extent. I hate being told what to do and how to feel, especially regarding the trauma I and those around me experienced. I find myself infatuated with specific subjects that are artistic, so much so that I can't control my emotions when I experience them, or witness others experience them and resonate. I hate feeling as though my efforts aren't appreciated. I hate when people don't think about the literal words I say and then make assumptions that they don't understand.
I enjoy performing, i enjoy having a script, I like knowing in advance in what i could talk to them about - because i don't trust myself enough. I like to evoke emotions in people but often in the wrong way because i don't know how to express my suffering or my true self, because it was always deemed inappropriate.
I've never spoken about my trauma to anyone in any meaningful way or my relationship with my trauma because it's so painful. I tried once with someone I considered a best friend and he told me that it was the most open id ever been with HIM about it - which i believed i shared every secret with him - until i realised i never had at all. I wish i could redo our friendship and say "wait a second, can we talk about this?". I really just trauma dumped on him - and he listened. I'm just totally unsure of whether he truly believed me in the things that mattered the most to me, which was my love. I'm not even sure whether I'm just speaking into the void being laughed at, but i enjoy my time as being the first female courts jester that won over my king with my wit. I guess i enjoy living in a fantasy world where i could be marie antoinette, too.
It's interesting because i never bothered to question whether i ever truly believed i was worth being "queen" and it was always theoretical.
I'm not sure what i'm doing and I've finally just admitted it to myself. i have intelligent ideas sometimes - but that's all they are. ideas.
but i do love people, i am glad i met my last bestfriend, im not sure if we'll ever be friends again or if we truly were to begin with - but fuck i loved him so much. I'm tired of people trying to imply it was a trauma bond when it still feels so real in my gut to me. you truly do not know him like i do, or thought i did. I'm not sure. I have to please myself, in ways that feel comfortable to me while centring my own needs, while taking into account boundaries and needs from me as someone that loves them.
I'm checking myself back into hospital for my physical health, because there's something wrong, there always has been, its just that i felt people didnt believe me.
I've realised there's people that do, because they know me so well that they can all vouch that this is different. this is a more hopeful 54, with ideas for side hustles and i appreciate whoever did do that for me. thank you for knowing me so intimately, whoever you are. i hope i see you around, ill trust what you've always promised and that others trust in, that you'll be back - or maybe you wont.
You already sang the song I wouldve chosen for you, just because i was out of it doesnt mean it wasnt the most meaningful thing anyone has ever done for me.Ever realise that neither of us ever spoke of him? i want mine to surprise you, because even if you dont see it, someone else will and will appreciate it for what it is.
if you want the answer, listen to stomachaches by frnkiero and the cellabration because its my favourite album. every single answer was right there in front of me the entire time.
i thought i found the perfect hybrid of my favourite aries and my favourite scorpio, and maybe i did - but maybe he was the 4th artist of my life. but i love him so much anyway. because no one knows me like whoever is watching over me. whoever loves me that much worked in their own mysterious ways and played the same game i was taught - but something tells me we did not beat each other, i think we challenged eachother.
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2024.05.14 14:00 Lostinworld57 I need support now because i try to start with new therapist but i just dont see better future ahead of me.

Hi,
So yesterday i saw completely new therapist which seemed very professional and person who takes every situation seriously and with right attitude. She even gave me mental exercises/homework to do.
BUT still i feel no matter how hard i try and want to get better i always end up situation all is lost and dissapearing from this planet is only right choice. I feel bad that the Therapist expects me to work together with him, but everything is going to end up being that i have to say in therapy that none of the exercises or your help have helped. In the end, I realize that the last hope is spent and I end up committing suicide. Sorry for saying this but this is real concern. Also in the end other meds and clomipramine where i am now are just to reduce anxiety and so on. My mom said to me yesterday before i end myself i must use therapy card to see if it helps. I just think no matter how hard i try in therapy it dont help.
Honestly this is horrible how easily my life was totally ruined and fucked up. These days i have suicifal thoughts everyday and i dont know what to do. For now they are just thoughts. As many of you know last year summer i started brintellix second time in my life. BUT i made huge mistake. So last year summer i started and used Brintellix for two days and then stopped for 6 days because i was unsure will i really want to start it. After 6 days i returned to Brintellix. After i was returned to brintellix i started to feel temporary emotional bluntness for few weeks and head started to feel heavier but that emotional bluntness was worst. So to this day missing those 6 days only after two day use and temporary emotional bluntness had had devastating impact for my mental health. I also missed 2-3 days later two times but they are not so big deal. BUT every day is worrying from morning to evening has missing 6 days of it only after two day use and experiencing temporary emotional bluntness changed my personality or brains permanently. I have suicidal thoughts daily because of my situation. I have TOTALLY losted my will and interest to live. My life doesnt matter anything to myself anymore. Also i feel my short term memory is awful/fucked up after brintellix. What comes to personality my empathy ability has not still returned.
In 2022 i used Brintellix for 5 months without missing doses and it worked like a dream. That has been last time when i was full of life. But now after i missed doses for 6 days only after 2 day use i noticed brintellix started to be totally ineffective. Actually i noticed benefit already during first 1-2 days. Today i have also thinked Brintellix is also so new medication there is no knowledge or experiences yet how Brintellix can damage or change people personality or brains if doses are missed. I am so angry to myself why i just didnt continued it after two days or why i didnt missed 1-2 days max instead of 6 days. Im so lost i dont know why i am alive anymore😭 Without missing doses all would be so much better at least what comes to my mental health. I also fear like that how brintellix works by modulating receptors and how it affects multiple receptors are dangerous thing if doses are missed for too many days at the beginning
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2024.05.14 13:28 Hisam-la What can I eat every day for breakfast and lunch so I won’t die of high cholesterol or something?

What can I eat literally every day for those 2 meals that won’t make me unhealthy? I don’t need actively healthy necessarily, just something that’ll do the job and stop me dying young.
And sorry, I do know I could google this - there’s plenty of information about dietary requirements and with so many health conscious people in 2024 I’m sure it’s all over Instagram and stuff too, However, truth be told I’m not going to do that - I’m autistic, and tend to get overwhelmed when I’m presented with too much information at once. That is the exact same reason I want to eat the same meals every single day, not because I’m adverse to variety or anything just because if I “mix it up” and have a selection of meals I could eat I just won’t, i know me well enough to know I’ll go straight back to sausage sandwiches every morning and 2 years will pass until I think about this again. Useless, I know, but honestly that’s just the truth.
I eat HelloFresh meals in the evenings, so I would be getting a fair bit of variety for evening meals, I just need to sort out those pesky two meals at the start of the day/work time…
i know this depends on the individuals body to an extent so for context: I’m male, around 6”0, slightly underweight (because high metabolism, v unhealthy diet) and in my mid twenties.
Any suggestions on 1) a breakfast meal and 2) a lunch meal that I can obsessively repeat every day so I won’t get heart disease and die at age 42?
Thank you <3
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2024.05.14 13:14 NaageshNagshakti Take 3

Since a lot of people either dint know about the meet-up or dint come due to xyz reasons I am gonna take more shot at planning it before hand. The venue is Ranjit Avenue Market in D Block. Date - 19/5 coming Sunday. Now let’s decide the time and make sure you give a valid reason for choosing the option in comments. Also you can dm for further planning
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2024.05.14 13:10 Soninetz Visual Quiz Builder Shopify: Enhancing Engagement & App Performance

Visual Quiz Builder Shopify: Enhancing Engagement & App Performance
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2024.05.14 13:07 Content_Call5083 NSB (Straud Legacy) Gen 9 Ep. 71: Fear and Fire

NSB (Straud Legacy) Gen 9 Ep. 71: Fear and Fire
The Story of a Family
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Luigi had rarely been happier to get home than he was as he returned from the gym. He limped up the steps on his sore ankle, looking forward to dropping into bed with an ice pack, a nice mixed drink, and that sci-fi novel Noemi couldn’t stop raving about.
Seeing Noemi had been the only bright spot in this absolutely cursed day, and the universe had even had to go and try to ruin that! He couldn’t wait for today to be over – surely tomorrow would be better, it had to be!
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Entering the downstairs foyer the first thing he heard was Chubbs, meowing plaintively. Had he forgotten to feed her? Glancing up the steps Luigi did a double take. Smoke was pouring out from under the door of his bedroom, his cat standing nearby doing her best to alert someone to the problem.
Ignoring the pain Luigi bolted up the stairs, nearly falling headfirst into his room when his ankle buckled underneath him. Catching himself on the doorframe, he continued inside to find the table on which rested Papa Jack’s urn, and the candle from Beau he’d forgotten to extinguish, ablaze.
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Luigi’s heart jumped into his throat as she saw the flames engulfing Papa Jack’s remains. Without thinking he started to reach forward to grab the urn out of harm’s way but was stopped short by the intense heat radiating from the fire.
Instead, he ran back out to grab the fire extinguisher hanging in the hallway, planting his feet and venting his fear and frustration in a primal scream as he sprayed the foam in a wide arc across the blaze.
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Once the fire was extinguished Luigi was left with the charred remains of ruined furniture and his papa's urn, standing like a sentinel in the middle of it all. It looked OK, but he had no way of knowing if Papa Jack's connection to the physical world had remained intact.
Luigi started to cry then, giant choking sobs that racked his entire body. He gasped out a plea to his papa, to the watcher, to anyone who could hear him to please let it be OK, to give him a sign. He didn't know how he'd live with himself if he’d destroyed his papa’s only link to the mortal realm.
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Suddenly he felt a pair of strong arms wrapped around him, heard Papa Jack whisper in his ear that he was here, everything was OK.
For a long while all he could do to return the hug as if his life depended on it, his Papa rubbing his back like he used to do when Luigi was a child. Big fat tears cascaded down his cheeks as he told Papa Jack that he was so sorry, so stupid, and promised never to let anything like that happen again.
When his tears were finally spent Jack invited him to sit down and tell him everything. Luigi offloaded his tale of woe and apologized again, thanking him for coming. Papa replied that honestly, he hadn’t gotten a choice! He’d intended to visit as soon as he could when he heard Luigi’s sobs, but he’d found himself physically pulled across the barrier separating the worlds, unceremoniously deposited in the hallway of the boarding house.
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After that Jack went downstairs himself to get his son that drink and the ice pack he needed more than ever after his terror fueled run.
Luigi downed his glass of nectar and strapped the pack to his burning ankle but decided not to risk falling asleep on his papa. Instead, using the wall for support, he hopped to the chess table just outside his door, settling in for a relaxing game while they chatted.
“I’ve been very proud of your recent accomplishments” Jack began. “Tell me the latest on your lovely ladies so I don’t offer you bad advice when this fine juice loosens my tongue later.” Luigi smiled, always happy to discuss his favorite sims.
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Luigi told Papa Jack all about his latest dates with Amaya and Noemi, not sure how much had come across in his nightly updates to the urn.
Jack was quiet at first, lost in thought. Finally, he told his boy “I’d say you’re incredibly lucky and unlucky. Both your girls sound great, but you’re not going to be able to keep the two of them fully satisfied indefinitely. Sooner or later, you’ll need to make a choice”.
Amaya was clearly a lot of fun, but it seemed to Jack that she and Luigi didn't "click" as well as he and Noemi. However, his responsibilities as a legacy heir meant he had to have a child. Was he prepared to do that on his own if he wanted to stay with Noemi and she refused to come out of "hiding"?
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Jack went on “You have time son, but your next birthday is closer than you might realize. I suggest you put some thought towards your future.”
Luigi frowned slightly as he processed his papa's advice. Being in college it sometimes felt like he was suspended in a bubble, not as "grown-up" as his cousins with their full-time jobs and "adult" responsibilities, but that wasn't true. Time marched on, and his university days would soon be over.
He thanked his papa and pondered his next move on the board. Gazing contentedly at the ghost sitting across from him, he reflected that maybe it hadn't been that terrible of a day after all.
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2024.05.14 12:54 Nexgen_composites How Multilayer Composite Pipe Technology is Reshaping Industries

How Multilayer Composite Pipe Technology is Reshaping Industries
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Introduction

Multilayer composite pipe technology, a novel technology is a driver of the revolution in industrial processes and transportation of water and fluids via pipelines around the world. Nexgen Composite Services, a leading company manufacturing Multilayer Composite Pipe Manufacturers Company in India, is spearheading this revolution in the field.
The undisputed player in innovation and quality, Nexgen is on a mission to revolutionize industries and enhance workability by producing some of the most advanced pipes in the world, which are specially designed to suit the unique needs of the different sectors.
By concentrating on being the first to implement new technologies, Nexgen’s devotion implies that enterprises have best-of-class products that help improve endurance and productivity.
Serving as an integrated partner, Nexgen Composite Services recreates, remaps, and reimagines the internal landscape of the oil and gas, water, pulp, and paper industry to a sustainable, robust, and prosperous future.

The Evolution of Multilayer Composite Pipes

The two-layer composite pipe structure signifies a major advancement in the piping system as the components are not only inherently durable but also, more flexible than many other existing pipes.
These pipes show up in different sections, with each serving its own operational need as part of the composite whole. The inside layer, which is normally made of protein cross-linked (PEX), provides friction-free flow of the fluid; the outer layers, however, give the tube strength and protection from damage.
Developing cutting-edge design, multilayer composite pipes can cater to high pressure and temperature fluctuation, thus this makes them among the best products to be used in diverse fields.

Advantages of Multilayer Composite Pipe Manufacturers Company in India

Switching from the currently used multiple piping methods to composite multi-layer piping technology creates a huge number of advantages for industries. Another advantage of this is improved resilience since pipes reduce corrosion, abrasion, and chemical wear.
Besides, their lightness and easy installation are the factors that make their installation simple and low cost concerning both time and labor. Composite-layer pipelines also have high thermal insulation intrinsic to their structures, meaning that they can dispel the heat they are generating well and are electricity-efficient.
Offering the benefit that they will surpass the lifespan of the piping materials of the past, this takes care of cost savings and overall sustainability.


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Applications across Industries

Multilayer composite pipes are best known as very punctual and effective pipes with a wide range of applications both in industries and beyond. The pipes for residential constructions especially for plumbing systems are a sort of preference since they can withstand corrosion better and flex easily in case of the need.
Since they are capable of tolerating many adverse conditions, their use in residential areas should be promoted for long-term dependability outcomes are needed.
In commercial buildings or industrial facilities, multilayer composite pipes play a fundamental role in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems compressed air lines, or process piping. Their bulky designs allow them to cope with high pressures and temperature varying, and they cannot be replaced by any other devices in an extremely regulated environment.
Businesses for example, oil and gas, chemical processing, or marine engineering fields widely benefit from these multiply layered pipeline approaches because they offer efficiency and sturdiness of the materials.
For whatever purpose, multilayer composite pipes can always be mixed with the versatility and performance features of the pipe systems which can frequently be found in residential, commercial, and industrial settings as well as other fields of application.

Environmental Impact and Sustainability

Being environmentally friendly has become an essential that has made the use of multilayer the material pipes as eco-friendly substitutes to conventional materials. A notable eco-friendly and carbon-reducing feature of the structure is its lightweight construction.
Transport and installation processes emit less carbon, which has a positive effect on the environment and eventually lowers the overall carbon footprint of the project. In addition, because of the durability and life service of multilayer composite pipes, there will be fewer replacements and as a result waste production has been reduced.
The use of recyclable materials and reduction of waste through this may thus put the fluid conveyance systems on the ‘sustainable’ foot. With the help of resource conservation and energy savings, the multilayer composite pipes are seeing the day of the day in achieving a green tomorrow.
Factories that value sustainability may show extensive gains via piping application, which can be seen not only in the realization of environmental goals but also a long-term cost savings and operational efficiency.

Nexgen Composite Services

Nexgen Composite Services is the pioneer in setting in motion the Multilayer Composite Pipe Manufacturers Company in India revolution and comes up as the first-ever Multilayer Composite Pipe Manufacturers Company in India.
The company achieves this by integrating advanced production methods with best-in-class materials creating a resultant pipe that not only meets the strictest quality and performance standards but also exceeds them.
Their broad range of products has different industries such as construction, plumbing, HVAC, and utilities, a characteristic which shows product adaptability and versatility in meeting different needs because of their client’s requirements in various sectors.
Nexgen is unique from other competitors in that it has a forever big ambition in the index of customer satisfaction and technology innovation. With client needs first in priority and the piping technology always at the front, Nexgen is a go-to and trusted partner of all businesses forged to supply their dependable piping needs.
In a world where industrial practices continue to adapt and improve, Nexgen Composite Services itself will remain the reliable and innovative pilot that will steer multilayer composite pipes toward becoming the most advanced technical solution for pipe-related systems in the industry.
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FAQs about Multilayer Composite Pipe Manufacturers Company in India


Q1. How does Nexgen Composite Services ensure product quality and reliability?
Nexgen Composite Services ensures that there is no detour from the normal quality standards throughout production; thereby the quality control is constant. Compliance with industry standards and protocols is ensured by their selection of first-grade material, starting from raw material selection to the final product inspection process. They guarantee that every Multilayer Composite Pipe Manufacturers Company in India is manufactured according to the highest quality criteria as a result.

Q2. How do multilayer composite pipes beat the traditional piping materials?
Plastic composites, particularly multilayer pipe, possess properties like corrosion resistance, flexibility, and thermal insulation, unlike monolayer pipe made out of metal materials. In contrast to single-layer materials of a conventional type such as metal or PVC, Multilayer Composite Pipe Manufacturers Company in India systems not only give the best performance but also the most durable, which makes them suitable for industrial use that is more complex and demanding.

Q3. Multilayer composite pipes advancement impacts industries in these ways: What benefits do industries get from multilayer technology adoption?
Industries are set to benefit from several advantages by embracing Multilayer Composite Pipe Manufacturers Company in India technology such as reduced cost, greater improvement in the durability aspects, and enhanced sustainability consideration. Through the application of Nexgen Composite Services’ innovative piping systems, companies will get the best efficiency and will keep their leadership position in a competitive market.

Conclusion

There are no doubts left that the emergence of Multilayer Composite Pipe Manufacturers Company in India technology brings about implementation in different industries and leads the conveyance systems of fluids to innovative phases.
The Nexgen Composites Services with a reputation for excellence in the field of Nigeria holds a front seat in this transformation-inclined journey. In pursuit of perfection and by using constant innovation, Nexgen becomes a driving force in all industries leading to overcoming difficulties and embracing new horizons.
With the rise of people’s awareness about efficiency and environmental sustainability, the demand for multilayer composite pipes will be always high. As a result, these pipes will remain among the essential infrastructure elements that will lead the world to a more resilient and connected environment.
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2024.05.14 12:48 PuppyGuile [34/M] UK American in London looking for IRL friends!

Hey there!
I'm a 34-year-old American who's called the UK home for the past 5 years, and I'm on the lookout for some new friends. Currently living and working in London and despite traveling all over the world, realized London is my favorite city. Bonus points if you're up for meeting my two fluffy dogs – because, let's be honest, having dogs is a cheat code when it comes to making friends in the UK.
By day, I'm a product manager in the city, but my journey has taken me through some interesting twists, including time in the US Army and a stint at a luxury fashion company.
Outside of the 9 to 5 grind, you'll find me picking things up and putting them down at the gym bright and early in the morning. I've stuck to my 2023 New Year's resolution and have gone to the gym quite regularly; it's become a source of pride. If you're a fellow gym rat who competes with no one but the person you were yesterday, we're bound to hit it off.
I'm also into improv comedy – I take classes and perform whenever I can. Originally, it was my way of finding a practical application for acting without fully committing to a career in it. It's been super helpful, especially in dealing with feelings of anxiety as well. If you're an improv geek too, I'd love to hear your experiences.
Lockdown brought out the mixologist in me, thanks to binging Mad Men. I love experimenting with cocktails and if you have a favorite cocktail and don't mind providing the ingredients, I'd be happy to try and craft it for you! I actually signed up for a bartending course just to learn a new skill-- definitely stay tuned for that one.
And of course, I'm pretty basic too with your typical interests – sports (NCAA Football and NFL Football, with Army and the San Francisco 49ers as my teams), video games (Baldur's Gate 3 was a blast, but am now back to playing League of Legends Wild Rift), and TV shows (Succession, Better Call Saul/Breaking Bad, and Mad Men are my absolute favorites). I'm also trying to get in to reading for pleasure (currently reading The Three-Body Problem series by Cixin Liu), but man do I have to work at it.
If any of this resonates with you, I'd love to connect! Whether it's grabbing a drink, hitting the gym together, or just chatting about shared interests, I'm up for it. Drop me a chat request and let's make something happen! Can't think of an opener? What's a challenging experience you've faced and how did it shape your perspective?
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2024.05.14 11:40 Memer_boiiiii How would Colonel Autumn react to the gunners?

So I’m writing a small book taking place after the events of fallout 4 where the minutemen bring down the gunners for good. And in the current chapter, it turns out Colonel Autumn survived the events of fallout 3 and became the new leader of the gunners.
Is that something he would do? I want it to seem like he did it as an act of desperation to get revenge at the lone wanderer but then again, i don’t know if he would ever be on the same side as wastelanders since that’s against what the enclave stands for.
And please don’t give me that ”It’s your book, you can do what you want” bullshit. I want it to feel immersive and lore-accurate
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