Cleaning Your Git Workspace

When working with Git, managing your project's workspace efficiently is crucial for a streamlined development process. Over time, as you experiment with new features or test out different configurations, your Git repository can become cluttered with untracked files. These files, while not part of your repository's version history, can pile up, making it harder to see the forest for the trees. Understanding how to identify and remove these untracked files is essential for maintaining a clean working environment. This not only improves your workflow but also ensures that your repository remains organized and only contains files that are necessary for your project.
Removing untracked files from your Git working tree is a straightforward process, but it requires careful attention to avoid accidentally deleting important data. Whether you're a seasoned developer or new to version control systems, mastering the art of cleaning your workspace can significantly impact your project's success. By keeping your repository tidy, you make it easier for yourself and others to navigate and work on your project. This introduction will guide you through the steps to clean up your Git repository by removing untracked files, ensuring a clutter-free working environment that fosters productivity and collaboration.

Managing Your Workspace in Git

When working with Git, one of the common scenarios developers face is dealing with untracked files cluttering their working directory. These files, not part of the Git repository, can result from new files being created, files being copied into the directory, or files being generated as a part of the project's build process. Having a clean working directory is essential for a clear overview of the project's state, ensuring that only relevant changes are included in commits.
Removing these untracked files is a crucial step in maintaining a tidy workspace. Git provides powerful tools designed for precisely this purpose, helping developers to avoid accidental inclusion of unnecessary files in their version control system. Understanding how to effectively remove untracked files not only streamlines the development process but also prevents potential issues with project dependencies and build processes, ensuring that the repository remains clean and manageable.

Command	Description
git clean	Remove untracked files from the working directory
git clean -n	Show which untracked files would be removed without actually deleting them
git clean -f	Force the removal of untracked files from the working directory
git clean -fd	Remove untracked files and directories

Deep Dive into Git Clean Operations

Git's ability to handle untracked files with the git clean command is a powerful feature that ensures a pristine working environment, crucial for the accuracy of your project's status and the integrity of your commits. This command is designed to help developers manage their workspace by removing files that are not being tracked by Git, thereby preventing the accumulation of clutter and potential conflicts. Untracked files in a Git repository can include build outputs, log files, or files created by editors and other tools. Without proper management, these files can obscure the true state of the workspace, making it difficult to discern which changes are significant and should be committed versus those that should be ignored.
Utilizing git clean effectively requires understanding its options and implications. The command offers several flags to customize its behavior. For example, the -n option (dry run) allows you to preview which files will be removed without actually deleting them, providing a safety net to ensure that only the desired files are affected. The -f option is necessary to execute the clean operation, as Git, by default, will not delete files to prevent accidental data loss. Further, the -d option extends the command's reach to directories, and combined with -f, it becomes a potent tool for deep cleaning your repository's working directory. Understanding and using these options allows developers to tailor the cleanup process to their specific needs, ensuring a clean and organized working directory that enhances productivity and reduces the risk of errors.

Example: Cleaning Untracked Files in Git

Git Command Line

git clean -n git clean -f git clean -fd 

Enhancing Workspace Efficiency with Git Clean

One of the critical aspects of maintaining an efficient development environment is ensuring that your working directory is free of clutter and unnecessary files. The git clean command is an indispensable tool in the Git suite for achieving this cleanliness, allowing developers to remove untracked files with ease. This feature is particularly beneficial in large projects where binaries, logs, and temporary files can quickly accumulate, potentially leading to confusion and errors. By removing these files, developers can keep their repositories organized and reduce the risk of including unwanted files in their commits. Moreover, a clean workspace facilitates easier navigation and improves the overall development experience.
Beyond its basic functionality, git clean provides a variety of options for more granular control over what gets removed. For instance, the command can be configured to ignore certain files or directories by using a .gitignore file, ensuring that only truly disposable items are deleted. This level of control is crucial for projects with complex build processes or where specific untracked files need to be preserved for reasons such as local configuration or development tools. Thus, understanding and utilizing git clean effectively becomes a significant asset in a developer's toolkit, aiding in the maintenance of a clean, efficient, and error-free repository.

FAQs on Managing Untracked Files with Git

1. Question: What does the git clean command do?
2. Answer: It removes untracked files from your Git working directory, helping to keep your repository clean and organized.
3. Question: Can git clean delete ignored files?
4. Answer: By default, it does not delete ignored files unless you use the -x option.
5. Question: How can I see which files will be deleted without actually deleting them?
6. Answer: Use the git clean -n or --dry-run option to preview the files that will be removed.
7. Question: Is there a way to remove untracked directories in addition to untracked files?
8. Answer: Yes, you can remove untracked directories by using the -d option.
9. Question: How can I prevent accidental deletion of important untracked files?
10. Answer: Always use the -n option to perform a dry run before the actual clean operation, and consider using a .gitignore file to exclude files from being tracked and cleaned.
11. Question: What does the -f or --force option do?
12. Answer: It forces the deletion of untracked files, as git clean requires this option to run for safety reasons.
13. Question: Can I recover files deleted by git clean?
14. Answer: Once deleted, these files cannot be recovered through Git, so use this command with caution.
15. Question: How does git clean differ from git reset?
16. Answer: git clean removes untracked files from the working directory, while git reset undoes committed changes.
17. Question: Is it possible to configure git clean to exclude specific files?
18. Answer: Yes, by using a .gitignore file or the -e option, you can exclude specific files from being removed.

Mastering Workspace Cleanliness with Git

Maintaining a clean and organized workspace is essential for any development process, and Git offers the necessary tools to ensure this through the git clean command. This feature not only simplifies the developer's task of managing untracked files but also enhances the overall project's integrity and efficiency. By understanding and utilizing the various options provided by git clean, developers can tailor their workspace cleanup, ensuring that only unwanted files are removed while preserving important untracked files. Moreover, the practice of performing a dry run before actual cleanup and using a .gitignore file to specify exceptions plays a crucial role in avoiding unintended file deletions. As developers become more adept at leveraging these tools, they can ensure a cleaner, more manageable Git repository, leading to smoother development cycles and a more focused approach to version control. Embracing these practices not only aids in personal project management but also contributes to better team collaboration and project health in the long run.
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Welcome to the Reverse: 1999 Daily Questions Megathread!

Please use this thread to ask any general inquiries about Reverse: 1999. Also, kindly search keywords under this thread as your questions may have already been answered by other Timekeepers.
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• 6-star Psychubes
• 5-star Psychubes
• Investment Priority
• Farming Stages
• Resonance Builds, Resonance Costs
• Material Crafting Requirements

Tools

• Planner & Summon Tracker

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• Reverse: 1999 EN Wiki
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q1. Should I re-roll?

• This depends on how much time you have to dedicate to re-rolling. In general, all three of the beginner banner characters are great, and you have options of doing shortelonger re-rolls, as per this guide.

Q2. Why is my answer incorrect in for the trail puzzle?

• Try to answer with proper letter casing - the answers are case-sensitive.

Q3. When is the daily reset?

• The game resets at 10:00 UTC, please refer to this timer.

Q4. Does pity transfer over to the next banner?

• Yes, pity should transfer over to the next banner of the same type.

Q5. How should I build my team?

• In general, teams consist of a single damage dealer that get supported by support-type characters, but there are many variations. We encourage you to take a look at some of the guides above!

Q6. Can I re-watch the cut-scenes/story?

• From the main screen/lobby, refer to the left icon below the Bank, go to Atlas, then go to the Story Review. This does not currently apply for event stories, unfortunately.

Q7. Are multiple copies of a certain character necessary?

• This will depend on a character-by-character basis. In general, however, there should not be a large importance on getting duplicate copies of a character.

Q8. When should I stop leveling characters?

• Please refer to the investment guide listed above.

Q9. What should I purchase in the Psychube Shop (Thought Elements/Thoughts in Eternity)?

• Do not buy the 5-star psychubes, as we will eventually get enough 6-stars.
• Prioritization order:

1. LF Polarization
2. Englighten I
3. Enlighten II

Q10. What should I prioritize in the Oneric Shop (Oneric Fluid)?

• Prioritization order:

1. Monthy Brief Cacophony
2. Crystal Casket
3. Permanent Brief Cacophony (or Moment of Dissonance to craft Brief Cacophony if needed)
4. Sonorous Knell

Misc Questions
M1. Are macros and auto-clickers allowed?

• No. They are against the game's terms of service; any usage will risk the potential of being banned.

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I know this issue was said to mostly be a harry centered issue before hand, but I was not expecting this level of detail. The whole issue feels like a mix of American psycho and mission impossible, Harry does well being the main character and although the story jumps around a bit it still makes sense and keeps you engaged. A lot of questions I didn’t even knew I had got answered and a lot of the plot got expanded. Peter’s part was brief but also very enjoyable, Otto was also shown in a cool and interesting way. Jonathan Hickmans attention to detail is just as impressive as his story telling and really makes this world feel alive.
Once again The hitman Hickman hits a home run and Messina’s art continues to honor the pace and tone of this new universe, which as a whole has reignited my love of comics. My only complaint is that it was to short, Can’t wait to read the next issue.

A brief summary of my life over the last year and a half. Last year I moved into a new place and things, for the first time in a long time were looking up! The new place was beautiful and a decent step up from my last place, my new job was very comfortable, and my community was strong. I was able to be the person people could ask things of and not say no which is what i’ve always wanted.
Fast forward to November, I had just gotten back from my trip to Utah/Vegas for the first time. I felt great, little broke but hey when in Vegas no? but then i got sick and thought well no big deal I have yet to use sick days.
Within 2 days I had a fever of 102, within 3 I was laid off (Half my team was at the same time, completely blindsided, I was having conversations with the Chief Marketing Officer and VP of Marketing about a potential promotion and being the face of our team not a week prior)
I was crushed but still strong of mind. I had gone through a firing before and this wasn’t as bad as it was a lay off and my manager and director let me know they are more than happy to give a glowing recommendation. I tried my best to take it in stride, I still had a month and half of severance and was being paid out through the week. (Was making around 130K at the time and paying roughly $2000 a month total for bills) I knew i’d be comfortable for awhile with savings and severance so I took the rest of the week to get better and immediately started applying after.
Then four months passed, within the first (December) my roommate moved out so, Januarys rent and the choice to resign the lease (meaning the security deposit again) was on me. I decided to stay because at the time (I thought) surely i’d get back into work soon as I have good recommendations and a great resume for my 5 years (From entry level recruiter, to senior, to lead and project manager)
The second month coming to an end did start to worry me a little, At this point my severance was fully paid out and I wasn’t feeling super optimistic as my rent had increased and without a roommate it was now $2900 a month, so now my savings were taking quick hits over the month. Still i was optimistic, I doubled down and applied more and even started recruitment consulting for a friend in the middle of the month so I was making around $700 a week which was at least something while I looked for a more permanent job.
By the end of February, the third month, I was scared, thankfully i have a good support network so my friend did help out with rent but I felt so awful for NEEDING that, I felt so much guilt and started looking for work just for works sake. Towards the end of the month my friends company moved in a different direction for recruiting and he cut me off as it wasn’t working.
In March, things started getting really dark. I was pretty much unable to go out, my debt was starting to pile and things were getting hard just to eat. Still i woke up and tried being positive, cooking more, going to the gym more, filling in tons of applications, etc. I was roughly 300 applications in at this time though and it was for sure getting to me. I finally had a roommate moving in and it seemed almost divine as when they were originally told the price they couldn’t do it but something compelled me to reach out anyway to them and though it would cost me more, they seemed really cool so i was trying to stay positive moving forward and it felt like this was the first positive change. Needed help again with rent but at least this was my last month paying alone.
April came and went, My roommate moved in and it was awesome, we got along super well, sometimes too well I thought but i just wanted to keep it comfortable for them so I paid it no mind. I was given a job offer and had it rescinded as they offered it to someone who had everything done for the job faster than me. I was crushed and angry and It showed, my mental at this point was feeling like it was burning everyday. I started to feel like I was drowning, every night was a nightmare, but my roommate really helped with this. We were hanging everyday and I felt so much lighter around them, I didn’t notice and at every mention from friends I was very clear we were just roommates. Days went on and at this point I had started working for a family friend unloading items for a warehouse. I became their digital marketing manager as they needed someone to take over, Ebay, Youtube, etc.
May rolled around and at this point i had a second round interview for a good position and was trying my hardest with my new gig. My roommate and I had argued a few times and I was trying to figure out what was this new feeling I was starting to have for them. I felt compelled(again) to make sure they were having a good day and attributing to less really messed with me. The interview came and went and they choose someone else. I was crushed and just at this time my roommate had gotten a partner out of nowhere and I now knew what the feeling was and it hurt like hell. We had already talked and with everything swirling in my head I didn’t have an answer at the time and ended saying what I know now to not be true.
Too little too late seemed to be defining my life and my positive mental is gone. Certain Ideations are creeping in and it’s burning my mind even more. I feel like I can’t wrestle my thoughts to focus for more than 2 minutes. It’s now May 29th. It’s 12:30pm and I’ve had two mental breakdowns this week. If you read this far 1. I’m sorry there’s not a happy ending and

1. I don’t know if there’s a purpose for writing this, I just started and it all just came out on the page. I just needed to get it out to hopefully sleep tonight at a good time.
   
2. Idk what to do, i’m by far the lowest i’ve ever felt and I feel guilty about everything, i feel like every decision I make is the wrong one and i’ve tried my best to do everything with the purest and best intentions this whole time but i’m truly drowning. I’ve still been doing all the good things you’re supposed to but even with the gym, getting more spiritual and everything I feel so so empty. I miss the friend I was making but there’s no space for me in their life anymore and we’ve gone from hanging everyday to barely talking. With everything going on I’m finding it incredibly hard to keep going but I don’t want to give up…
   

Fans of this franchise have already had multiple titles to enjoy the signature action-shooter appeal, from Starship Troopers: Extermination to Helldivers 2. Games like that tend to draw from games centered around similar concepts like the shooters in Ridley Scott's Alien universe (the most infamous being Colonial Marines).
But there is an important element of our favorite extraterrestrial bug-splattering series that has yet to be fully taken advantage of in the gaming space: Horror. And that's a shame to me. For all its spectacular over-the-top action and comedic aspects as a satire, Starship Troopers has also been genuinely scary at points. The firefights between the fragile humans and the Arachnids of Klendathu have made for some quality body horror.
Moreover, consider the psychological horror of being an intruder on an alien world (especially one you aren't well-informed on) with limited resources outnumbered against seemingly endless legions of physically superior predators. That's terrifying, especially when it's just down to just you and your little squad with your backs against a corner. This is what I appreciated about 2004's direct-to-video sequel Hero of the Federation.
It may have been a lackluster follow-up to the 1997 original in almost every way, particularly the noticeably lower production value. But one area where I believe it excelled and even surpassed its predecessor was selling the sheer terror of being an ill-equipped trooper isolated in enemy territory with the greatest threat of all being hidden among your ranks. The scenario it fleshed out was nightmare fuel when I first watched it as a kid.
Without a doubt, its greatest strength in my opinion was fostering a sense of paranoia in the vein of John Carpenter's The Thing, making the characters' plight within the outpost so desperate that, in their position, some viewers would probably rather take their chances with the bugs lurking outside. If a qualified developer did approach making a survival horror game out of this property, I'd 100% use Hero of the Federation as a point of reference more than any other entry in the franchise. It's a virtually perfect template across the board.
As far as I understand the genre, the 12 most integral criteria for survival horror are (in alphabetical order):
A) Atmosphere, B) Disempowerment, C) Exploration, D) Isolation, E) Problem solving, F) Replayability, G) Resource management, H) Tension, I) Tone, J) Uncertainty (the unknown), K) Variety (Ex- Enemies), and L) Vulnerability.
With all of this in mind, please feel free to share your thoughts and suggestionsbelow. How would you craft a Starship Troopers survival horror game to fulfill these generally agreed upon prerequisites? What would you want in the way of characters, developer choice, level design, enemy types, setting, story, weapons, etc.? Feedback is welcome, but please respect each other's differences of opinion and/or preference. Have fun!

I taught abroad for about 8 years, moved home to the US in late 2021. I decided to pursue data analytics, did a few certifications, built portfolios, did a SQL bootcamp. Worked as an analytics intern for a couple months with a digital marketing company. Currently have been doing freelance analytics engineering consulting with a more experienced friend who took me under his wing. It's just side projects, not making a ton. But it has made my resume and LinkedIn look a lot better.
I've applied for almost 1000 jobs over the past 6 months. Pretty much anything with analyst in the title, hybrid, on-site, whatever. I've had about 8 or 9 interviews, one of which I made the final round. But I always get the same answer: we want someone with more experience. Even for "entry level" jobs. It's beyond demotivating.
I've spent a lot of time on this and I’m starting to lose hope. Thankfully I had savings and a family to support me during the transition, but I really need to find something now, even if it's outside of data. I’m currently in the fiancé visa process but I’m afraid we'll have to delay my fiancé coming to the US even longer.
I know the tech market is bad now, but does Anyone have any tips or ideas of what I could be applying for? I’m open to anything. Thanks

Hi friends -- relatively new to the Romhacking world. I've got MB64 working fine, have been making my own levels and having a blast. I want to try levels created by others but not really sure how to do it. I can download the files fine from Level Share Square, but not sure what to do with the .mb64 file after I have it. I'm using Parallel Launcher, which I'm brand new to, so perhaps there's an easy answer I'm overlooking.
Thanks in advance!!

Automatic Livestock Feeder
Design Requirements
Objective: Ensure the internal systems of the machine meet the functional requirements effectively for proper operation.
Main Components:
Feed Delivery System:
1) Feed Bin:

• Bin:
  • Withstand impact during feed loading.
  • Support the required feed weight.
  • The inlet to the feed delivery mechanism must prevent feed blockage.
• Inlet Port:
  • Allow easy feed loading into the bin without causing excessive vibration to the bin.
• Mixing System (if applicable):

Agitator:
· Provide sufficient mixing force to prevent feed from caking.
2) Auger Feed Delivery Mechanism:

• Feed Trough:
  • Compatible with the feed bin connection.
  • Withstand the weight of the feed and frictional forces during movement.
  • Have a shape suitable for the feed delivery rate.

· Auger Shaft:

• Match the shape of the feed trough.
• Support the weight of the feed in the bin.
• Withstand the torque when the motor pumps feed into the mixing system.

· Motor System:

• Provide sufficient torque to drive the auger shaft, moving the feed at the desired rate.

3) Connecting Devices:

• Load Cell:
  • Withstand the weight of the feed bin.
  • Easy to install.
• Coupling connecting the discharge port of the feed system to the mixing system:
  • Match the size of the feed delivery system's discharge port and the mixing system's inlet port.
  • Prevent feed leakage.
  • Easy to install.

Feed Mixing System
Bin (Same as above):

• Withstand impact during loading of all ingredients.
• Support the required feed weight.
• The inlet to the feed delivery mechanism must prevent feed blockage.

Agitator:

• Provide sufficient rotational force to evenly mix all ingredients.

Drive System:

• Provide sufficient torque to mix all ingredients.

Feed Inlet Port:

• Compatible with the size of the feed delivery system's discharge port.

Feed Discharge Port:

• Compatible with the size of the feed delivery system's inlet port for feeding into the trough.

Connecting Devices:

• Coupling connect the discharge port of the feed delivery system to the mixing system and Coupling connect the inlet port of the feed delivery system to the mixing system.
  • Compatible with the size of the discharge port and inlet port of the respective connecting systems.
  • Prevent feed leakage.
  • Easy to install.
• Level Sensor:
  • Have the required accuracy for the application.

Feed Delivery System to Trough
Pump:

• Provide sufficient torque to pump feed with the desired dwell time.

Piping:

• Have a size compatible with the feed pump.

Feed Trough:

• Withstand the weight of the feed.
• Withstand the impact caused by livestock during feeding.

Connecting Devices:
Coupling connecting the feed delivery system's inlet port to the mixing system.

• Compatible with the size of the feed mixing system's discharge port.
• Prevent feed leakage.
• Easy to install.

Machine Maintenance System
Tank Cleaning System:
1. Water Pump:

• Provide sufficient water pressure to remove stubborn dirt and debris from the tanks.

2. Piping System:

• Route water to all areas that require cleaning in the tanks.

3. Wash Nozzles:

• Work together with the pump to generate sufficient spray force to remove dirt and debris.

Fault Monitoring System:
Components:

• Speed Sensors (3.1, 2.1, 1.1):
  • Measure the rotational speed of critical machine components (e.g., auger shaft, agitator, pump).
  • Detect deviations in rotational speed that may indicate faults.
• Position Sensors:
  • Determine the position of moving parts in the machine (e.g., doors, valves).
  • Detect deviations in position that may indicate faults.

Control System
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC):

• Use a PLC with a sufficient number of inputs/outputs to connect to all sensors, actuators, and other devices in the system.
• Select a PLC suitable for a wet and dusty operating environment.
• Program the PLC to perform the desired control functions, including:
  • Feed delivery system control
  • Feed mixing system control
  • Feed delivery system to trough control
  • Fault monitoring and alarming
  • Operational data collection

Pneumatic Hydraulic Valves:

• Select pneumatic hydraulic valves with the appropriate size for the system's connection ports.
• Use pneumatic hydraulic valves that are water and dust resistant.

Auxiliary Parts
Assembly details for system components:

• Connecting hardware (bolts, nuts, screws, pins, clamps, etc.):
  • Withstand loads and vibrations during operation.
  • Withstand the working environment, including humidity, dust, chemicals (if applicable).
  • Precise dimensions to ensure a secure connection.
• Base:
  • Support the weight of the mounted component, including the component's own weight and operating load.
  • Appropriate height for connecting other system components.
  • Material suitable for the working environment.
  • Flat and stable base surface for system balance.
• Structural frame:
  • Support the weight of the entire system, including the weight of components, raw materials, feed, etc.
  • Ensure rigidity and stability to resist vibration during operation.
  • Size and shape suitable for the layout of system components.
  • Have holes, slots, or brackets for mounting other components.
• PLC protection cabinet:
  • High IP rating (IP65 or higher) for water, dust, and insect resistance.
  • Electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding to protect internal electronics.
  • Good ventilation system to ensure heat dissipation for internal devices.

· Electrical wires:

• High current carrying capacity suitable for system operating current.
• Withstand harsh working environments, including humidity, dust, chemicals (if applicable).

Machining Requirements
Technical Requirements:

• Meet product technical requirements:
  • Size and shape: Conform to the technical drawing, ensuring high accuracy.
  • Accuracy: Achieve the required accuracy level according to the design, ensuring product functionality.
  • Surface roughness: Meet the aesthetic and functional requirements of the product.
  • Hardness: Achieve the required hardness according to the design, ensuring the product's load-bearing capacity and durability.
  • Material requirements: Use appropriate materials for the intended use, ensuring durability, load-bearing capacity, corrosion resistance, etc.
• Use an appropriate machining process:
  • Select a machining method suitable for the product's shape, size, accuracy, and material.
  • Use high-precision machining equipment to ensure efficient machining.
  • Apply the machining process according to technical standards to ensure consistent product quality.
• Ensure inspection and measurement capability:
  • Utilize accurate measuring tools to inspect product size, shape, accuracy, surface finish, and hardness.
  • Implement product inspection throughout the machining process to guarantee that quality meets requirements.

Machining Capability Requirements:

• Compatible with existing technology:
  • Choose a machining process compatible with the available machinery and equipment in the workshop.
  • Ensure the machining staff's skill level meets the demands of the chosen process.
  • Secure the ability to provide materials, cutting tools, and other resources necessary for machining.
• Utilize advanced technologies (if applicable):
  • Implement advanced machining technologies to enhance product quality, reduce production costs, and increase machining efficiency.
  • Consider using Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software and Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) simulation software to optimize the machining process.
  • Invest in training programs to elevate the machining staff's skill level.

Economic Requirements:

• Secure financial resources:
  • Precisely determine the product's machining cost, including material costs, labor costs, tool wear costs, machinery and equipment costs, management costs, etc.
  • Develop a machining cost estimate and ensure sufficient financial resources to execute the project.
  • Explore solutions to optimize machining costs and minimize production expenses.

Safety Requirements.
· Hazardous moving parts:
o Must be guarded or protected by appropriate safety devices, such as:
§ Guards
§ Barriers
§ Safety doors
§ Safety interlocks
o Guarding devices must be properly designed and installed to ensure operator and maintenance safety.
· Hazard warning and alarm devices:
o The machine must have hazard warning and alarm devices to alert operators to potential hazards, such as:
§ Audible alarms
§ Warning lights
§ Warning symbols
o Warning and alarm devices must be easy to identify and understand.
· Machine surfaces:
o Must be smooth and free of burrs, sharp edges, or other hazards.
o Protruding parts must be rounded or guarded to prevent collision.
o Slippery surfaces must be coated with a non-slip material.
In addition:

• The system must have an emergency stop system to stop operation in case of an accident.
• Regular maintenance must be performed to ensure the system operates safely.
• Applicable occupational safety regulations must be complied with.

Many Sources

I've commented a few times in a few posts about my family's experience going through the F-1 to H-1B to GC route to migrate to the US and I've received a lot of questions over the DM, many of which I thought were pretty basic. I thought it might be helpful to put this primer together so folks know the right questions to ask and approach their planning more strategically.
This post is going to be very candid. I've noticed that the questions I've received come from misconceptions about higher education, F-1 visa, and what comes after graduation. I want to give folks the right information, but also temper expectations and give a realistic portrait of what it means and takes to use the student pathway to legally and permanently reside in the US. It is not a stroll in the park, and I don't want to give anyone the wrong idea.

BACKGROUND

Two of my siblings plus myself are all here in the US via the student visa route. I received my green card in 2021 after being in the US for nearly 4 years. After receiving my Masters at a prestigious university, I was hired immediately by an organization willing to sponsor my H-1B, which they did so after two years of employment under STEM-OPT work authorization. My employer started putting together my I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, which is the start of the process for an employment-based green card) shortly after receiving approval of my H-1B. As the paperwork was being put together, my partner and I decided to get married and I switched from employment-based green card to marriage-based green card. The employment-based green card would have added around a 3 year wait if we went through with it, while my marriage-based green card was approved in less than a year.
Both my siblings are currently in the same pathway. One received their Bachelors last year, was hired before graduation and has recently received approval for her H-1B. Their employer has committed to sponsoring their employment-based green card next year. My other sibling received their MFA last year and is now in the process of getting their O-1, which is a different kind of work visa. Like me, they both came to the US with a student visa. We were all very strategic about the programs we chose and how we approached networking within our industries.
We also prepared for years. I knew I wanted to get my Masters and permanently reside in the US even before I finished college in Manila. My siblings also knew that early on. So as a family we planned for years, including preparing financially because we knew that we had a very slim chance of getting free rides for our planned degrees. Our early planning also helped with our professional decision-making, because we became very strategic about what kinds of jobs we took after graduation in Manila (except our youngest sibling, who did her Bachelors in the US, so her planning revolved around her academic career in high school). I would say from start (initial planning) to finish (with the last sibling also now on the way to permanent residency), it took about a decade.

GETTING STARTED

Is the student pathway the right pathway for you?
The first question you should ask yourself: can you afford the student pathway to permanent residency in the US? Higher education in the US is not cheap. Universities very rarely offer full scholarships to Masters programs, and those that do are incredibly competitive. So you cannot depend on scholarships to help you pay for your degree--doing so will likely end in disappointment.
(PhDs are usually free and includes a living stipend, but the application process for PhDs are on a whole other level. I will not cover it here but I can answer any questions related to applying for PhDs.)
Most Masters programs in the US are two-year programs, and the average cost of a Masters degree is around $60,000 per year (source). That's $120,000--almost Php7,000,000--in two years. That is a lot of money. That does not include your cost of living, which depending on the location can vary. I personally spent around $1000 on living expenses every month (housing was through the school, so the cost of that was included in my tuition statement)--and that is living frugally in a very high cost of living city. That's an additional $12,000 per year. Of course, you can lower than number by living with family if that option is available to you.
So on average, you would need around Php4,200,000 per year for your Masters degree. Again, a lot of money. It goes without saying that the student pathway is a very expensive pathway to permanent residency in the US. Can it also be a quicker pathway than, say, being sponsored by a sibling? It can be, but that depends on how long it will take for you to save up for tuition.
What if you can make those numbers work? What else should you know?
I need to put this upfront: the F-1 student visa is a non-immigrant visa. Meaning that it is a visa meant for people who will enter the US on a temporary basis. This is why the student visa has no direct pathway or benefit to permanent residency in the US. You need to change status inside the US to one with immigrant intent or double intent to be able to be on that pathway or receive that benefit. That's where visas like the H-1B visa comes in.
You also cannot work outside of your school on an F-1 visa. During the school year, you are allowed to work part-time on campus, and during the summer you are allowed to work full-time on campus. Work outside of the school is only allowed if it's part of your curriculum (i.e. your program has a class for "onsite internship") and you are allowed to be paid while that opportunity is going on. You can do this part-time, but most legitimate universities will have limited opportunities for this (i.e. under your program you're only allowed to take credit for onsite internships one or two semesters). However, your eligibility to work full-time after getting your degree will be affected if you do this full-time for one year. If you want to jump from F-1 to H-1B, this is not something you want to do.
Your ability to bring dependents to the US on a student visa is also limited. You can only bring your spouse and unmarried children under 21. Dependents of F-1 visa holders are not allowed to work in the US (although children under 21 can go to school full-time). This means your spouse cannot work while in the United States, and that includes working remotely for a company in the Philippines.

APPLYING TO PROGRAMS

The student visa still seems like my best option. What's next?
The next step starts with you. I've received a good number of DMs asking me "Is Master of ABC the right course for me?" or "Will a Master of DEF get me a green card?" These are not the right questions to ask because they're not going to get you any good answers. Yes, we know the ultimate goal for taking your Masters in the US to get permanent residency. But the true purpose of getting a Masters in the US is to make you highly marketable and competitive to US employers that will be willing to sponsor your work visa and petition you for your permanent residency.
So you need to view this degree as a way to level yourself up professionally. I absolutely do not suggest getting a Masters degree in something "you already know"--the objective is not to coast while spending Php4,200,000 a year--but to be so much better at what you're already doing. Here's an example.

Maria Clara graduated from Accounting at a good university in Manila and now has around 2 years of experience as a CPA at the finance and accounting department at a multinational corporation based in Makati. She wants to get her permanent residency to the US via the student pathway and has done a significant amount of research on possible Masters programs and career paths in accounting in the US. She started reading into forensic accounting and realized how interested she is in various aspects of this career path. After looking through universities and programs, she has put SUNY Albany's MS in Forensic Science at the top of her list for a variety of reasons. One, it meets the education requirements for certified public accountant licensure in the state of New York. Two, even without a scholarship of financial aid, the costs for international students is not exorbitant at $23,000/Php1,320,000 for the year-long program--with some frugal living and help from relatives in the US, she can save that amount in 3-4 years. Three, New York is the center of global commerce--all the biggest companies and their accounting firms are either headquartered or have large offices in New York City, so she has a wide swath of employment options. Now she just has to get her ducks in a row and make sure her Bachelors meets the requirements for application, as well as put together a shortlist of other programs she should apply and create a timeline for herself and the milestones that need to be hit to make this dream a reality.

Bottomline is, your starting point in this entire process is reflection and research. You need to reflect on your own professional experience and skills, as well as your interests. You need to figure out which pathway will give you that professional and technical boost and do your research on available programs at reputable universities, what the job market looks like for your target profession, which companies are known to hire in this space.
Of course, you should also take into consideration your limitations. For example, you can only go to school in San Diego because you can stay with relatives while you're studying. That means your research is location-limited to however far you think you can commute.
When this is properly done, it should lead you to a place where you have a shortlist of programs to apply to. Each program will have their own application and testing requirements, as well as their own deadlines, so make sure to keep track of that.
PRO TIP: while grades during college are an important part of your application, many graduate programs put a lot of weight on your personal statement and professional recommendation letters. This is why the first step on reflection is critical--it gives you a good direction from which to build your story, which you will need to convince admissions committees to accept you into their programs.

ACCEPTANCE

I got into one of my top programs and I have my finances in order! What happens now?
Now it's time to apply for your F-1 visa. Your university will provide you with the documentation you need from them (this is mainly the I-20 and your acceptance letter), but the bulk of the documentation you need to present to the visa officer will mostly come from you. Namely, because the F-1 is a non-immigrant visa, you need to show strong ties to the Philippines. This can take a variety of forms, and oftentimes your mileage may vary especially depending on the school you will be attending (i.e. there will be less scrutiny if you're going to Harvard as compared to a university that's not that known).
If you did not receive a scholarship with your acceptance, you also need to show that you are able to afford the first year of matriculation. So bank statements containing the total amount of tuition, as well as room and board, will be important (usually the I-20 that the university will issue you will include this amount).
At the interview, be polite and only answer the questions asked. Do not offer up information not asked by the visa officer. I suggest you have a ready answer if the visa officer asks you why this particular school and program, but you should have this answer already if you followed my advice about reflecting and researching before applying to programs :)
Visa is approved and on hand! What do I do while I wait to leave for the US?
Networking starts the moment you receive your passport with your F-1 visa. You absolutely cannot and should not waste a single minute of your active student visa, so this is the time you start telling people that you're going to be studying in the US. You need to work your current network and find peers and mentors who will be willing to connect you with colleagues they know who work in the US or have ties to the US in your professional field. Let's go back to Maria Clara as an example.

Finally, after years of hard work, Maria Clara has her desired acceptance into SUNY's MS in Forensic Accounting program, and her F-1 visa was approved by the embassy without any issues. After celebrating with her family, she lets her boss know about her visa approval, who has been one of her most ardent cheerleaders during this entire process. Her boss has also offered to introduce her to their counterparts in the US once she got her visa approved, which is really important to Maria Clara--she knows she needs to get ahead of networking professionally since her time in the US is limited. She has also reached out to other people she knows in the company that engage frequently with teams in the US. She's messaged her college professors as well, as she knows that a number of alumni from her college have migrated to the US. Her plan is to get connected with as many professionals in her field as possible, connect with them in person once she's in the US, and build a rapport with as many connections as possible so she can be guided accordingly and stand out when the time to apply for jobs comes.

Remember that unlike US citizens (USC) and legal permanent residents (LPR), your time in the US is limited and bound by the rules set by your visa. So you have to be creative and get ahead in some way. You need to be more prepared and more strategic than USCs and LPRs because you simply do not have the time to dilly dally. Yes, enjoy and savor in the moment of seeing the fruits of your labor, but the hard part begins now. You simply do not have time to waste.

DURING THE PROGRAM

I'm in the US now and working harder than ever! Is there anything more I can do to set myself apart from others?
Other than to make sure you have high grades and you're setting aside time to build professional relationships, it's time to think outside the box. Remember that you are limited by the rules of the F-1 visa, so experiences such as an off-campus summer internship is off limits to you. You will need to find ways to strengthen your resumé that doesn't include working off campus, and that could take many forms. One of the most effective recommendations I've received on this is to do an independent research during the summer--you could do it via a professor whose class you really liked, or if you've made inroads with some of the connections you've been building since getting your visa, have a professor oversee a research project you could do with those connections. (This is still academic work, and many programs will give credit for this, so it is not considered off-campus work under the eyes of USCIS.) You can use your research to really elevate your skills and experiences when applying for jobs.
It's also time to seriously start looking at potential employers. You can use the connections you've built to get a sense of what the professional landscape is for your field, learn about peoples' experiences at various companies and organizations, and get a feel for hiring processes. Remember, you don't have a lot of time to apply for jobs once you near the end of your program, so you have to be armed with the right information to guide your job hunting strategy. You will need to put yourself out there and be the best version of your professional self if you want employers to disregard that they will need to spend more money to hire you rather than a USC or LPR who doesn't need sponsorship.

LAST SEMESTER AND GRADUATION

I'm in my last semester of my program! Any tips?
The last semester is usually job hunting season, so make sure that resumé is polished and your network is activated. By now, if you've done the leg work, you will have a shortlist of potential employers and you will have made connections in most, if not all, of them. Time to check-in and ensure that they know you're interested in joining their company and you'd like their support and guidance in doing so. This is one of the harder parts of this journey, and you have to be relentless. Use all the resources at your disposal to ensure your resumé is seen by as many eyes as possible, and that includes speaking to your professors, especially your favorite ones, so they can also lend a hand.
More importantly: submit your work permit application (more commonly known as OPT) as early as possible to avoid delays and getting stuck in the USCIS backlog. You need this permit to be able to work after graduation for a limited time (one year for graduates of non-STEM programs, with an additional two years for graduates of STEM programs) without needing to immediately require H-1B sponsorship.
Getting employed by a company willing to sponsor you is not the end of the line. All for-profit companies are subject to the H-1B lottery, which means you will be competing with other internationals for the limited number of H-1B visas allotted every year. So even with an employer willing to sponsor, the H-1B visa is still not guaranteed. You can work around this by joining what is a called a cap-exempt organization instead, and USCIS classifies those as institutions of higher education, nonprofit entities related to or affiliated with an institution of higher education, nonprofit research organizations, and governmental research organizations. That means more research, and more targeted strategic networking, given that your employer pool now is limited.

EPILOGUE

The student visa is not an easy or cheap pathway to permanent residency in the US. It is getting harder and harder to beat out USCs and LPRs for great jobs in companies that have the experience and resources to sponsor H-1Bs and GCs. You need to do your research every step of the way and prepare to do some really grueling work in order to be the better investment for these companies. Plus, there is the luck element of the H-1B lottery. But it's not impossible. It can and does happen--my family is a great example of it (we're 3 for 3 in this pathway now). Your preparation and willingness to go the extra mile is critical, and you have to be ready to grind for a while. Rest often only comes when the green card is approved.
For those still considering the student visa pathway to migrate to the US after reading this very long post--good luck, and may the force be with you.

We came home tonight and our ferret (3f) was stumbling, wouldn’t eat, vomiting and very lethargic. Over the course of a few hours she seemed a little better and then crashed, we took her to an emergency vet and she was just very lethargic. They put her on an IV and checked her blood sugar because I told them I thought she was hypoglycemic. They said her blood sugar was 174 and her temp was 104.8 and she was in rough shape but not insulinomic. I figured they were overestimating the severity of it because they didn’t deal with ferrets and she was just weak when we brought her in 15 minutes prior. I thought she was going to be okay and we could get her to a specialist in the morning until all of the sudden something told me to have them bring her to us. When they brought her in she was foaming at the mouth and twitching. The seizure got more intense and within a couple minutes she gave out. I thought for sure we were going to find out she was insulinomic given the symptoms, but they insisted her blood sugar level was not the issue. Does anybody have an answer to what caused this? I just don’t understand and want closure

my ego habits have gotten very bad, that's because I'm becoming more aware.
I haven't found a satisfactory explanation of the dark night of the soul, neither in writing nor in a video. in fact there is only one thing I'm curious about and I can't find the answer to it. when we are in the dark night of the soul can we not be aware of the moment? most of the sources I've looked at say to surrender, not to fight the ego, does that mean that when we are in the dark night of the soul we can't be in these levels of consciousness? 3rd (observing thoughts) and 4th level (being in the moment) . do I just watch my ego?

My name is Jessica, and I live in a small central American city of about 80,000 people.Today I'm going to share a story about Korea.First, I'd like to tell you a little bit about my family.When I was born, I already had an older brother.I don't mean just a little sister with an older brother.My brother was adopted from Korea.It's an unusual situation, isn't it? My parents struggled with infertility for several years before I was born, and they ended up adopting my Korean brother.Then, a few years later, they got pregnant with me, and I was born.My brother had different hair color, skin color, and eye color than me, but we got along very well.Even though we knew from a young age that we were adopted because of our differences, we got along well, and we were a family that loved each other deeply.
We played the same games, read books together, and spent a lot of time together. He always took good care of me, and he was a good brother who made me laugh.
I would say, “Brother, let's read this book together!” and he would always smile and read it to me. I think I liked and enjoyed his warmth to me, rather than focusing on the content of the book.
When we left our cozy home environment, it was time to go to school, and during this time, my brother and I were asked a lot of embarrassing questions.One day, while my brother and I were playing together, a friend asked me, “Jessica, why does your brother look different from you?”The question gave me pause, but he smiled and replied, “Because we are a family, looks don't matter. His positive attitude had a good effect on me, and I'm sure he had a good effect on himself, too.Watching him grow up right, and our family became interested in Korea. If he was a troublemaker and always in trouble, he wouldn't have had the time to take the time to learn about his country of origin, Korea, but when he studied well, didn't fight with his friends, and was a good person who always loved and cared for his brother, we couldn't help but wonder about his roots.
I think my parents also had the will to share Korean culture with my brother and me, to learn what they could, to broaden our horizons and deepen our family's understanding.Many years ago, when I was in middle school, my family visited Korea for the first time, and the experience left a great impression on me.
We visited many tourist spots in Seoul and saw the harmonious combination of Korean tradition and modernity.And Korea, with its many dark-haired, dark-eyed people like my brother, was somehow not foreign to me.For Americans traveling to Asia for the first time, this could have been difficult because people look different and give off different vibes, but not for me. My parents, of course, were very excited to revisit Korea, the country of my brother's birth, and spoke so many blessings about the land of my brother's birth.Of course, there were many good things to see and many fun things to do in Korea, but the most memorable moment was when I suddenly developed a high fever.
It was a quiet night in Korea at the time, and I suddenly developed a high fever.This change was so sudden that my parents panicked.Eventually, with the help of the hotel we were staying at, they were able to get me to the emergency room in Korea, where I was quickly treated.Upon arrival, the medical staff quickly assessed my condition and ran the necessary tests.The whole process was organized, and thanks to the professionalism and quick response of the medical staff, I was able to get comfortable quickly. My situation was so serious that my head hurt like a rock and I could barely understand what was being said around me, but thanks to their quick response, my fever started to come down and I was able to return to my senses.The tests showed that I had a severe flu, which had been contracted in the United States and had incubated in Korea.I had to stop traveling in Korea and be admitted to the hospital for treatment, but thanks to the fast and efficient healthcare system in Korea, this was not a problem.
My parents breathed a sigh of relief and expressed their deep gratitude to the Korean healthcare system.“If it wasn't for Korea, I would have been in trouble,” my father said.Although my family had to stop our trip to Korea and spend the rest of my stay in a Korean hospital, looking back, it was also a unique experience abroad.
Many years later, as an adult, my relationship with my brother was still good. We enjoyed Korean dramas, movies, and music together, cooked Korean food together, and learned Korean together.
However, there was a clear difference between me and him: he seemed to be better at learning, even if he spent the same amount of time studying, and he went to a prestigious university, while I failed to get into college and became depressed.
He helped me with my studies every vacation, taught me how to study, and helped me to get into a prestigious university, but the results were not good. I was rejected by all the universities I applied to, and I was going through a very difficult time. After he graduated from college, he moved back home from the East Coast of the United States and helped me study for the college entrance exam, and with his help, I was able to get into college, albeit late.
Although I didn't get into a prestigious university like my brother, I still had a satisfying college experience and broadened my horizons.Naturally, I discovered that Korea has been on the global radar lately, which was very exciting.Korea may be the latest trend for Americans these days, but for me and my brother, it's like going back to our roots.I've always loved Korea, and it was very interesting and fond to reminisce about my trip to Korea when I was in middle school and look through my photo albums, even though half the time I was sick. So, my brother and I decided to visit Korea again, and this time, we had several goals for the trip: we wanted to make sure that we got it right this time, because we didn't get it right the first time, and my brother wanted to get to know his Korean roots better, even though he is now an adult, working as an American and living as an American, and I wanted to get to know my Korean roots better in relation to my major in college, and this time, I wanted to research more about the Korean healthcare system that I had experienced as a child.
Of course, I also wanted to have fun in Korea and enjoy the freedom to roam around the country unlike when I was a student, but I didn't take it too seriously.
Korea was so different from the U.S. It had the look of a big city in the U.S., but it had its own unique vibe. It was much more developed than the neighborhoods we live in in the U.S., and everywhere you looked was filled with people, and there were hundreds or thousands of stores selling a variety of things. If you were walking around and traveling, and you got thirsty and needed a break, there were cafes all around you that you could just pop into and take a break, and you didn't have to go far to find a restaurant that had one Korean food and sold it, because all the infrastructure was there.
Everything is around you, and everything you want or need is always right around the corner, which is why people call city life so convenient and love it.The public transportation system in Korea, which is light years better than the big cities in the U.S., helped us get around without any difficulty.It was also so much fun to get a T-money card, carry it around, and use it to get around Korea for a very low cost.
And when my brother and I would walk around, going to cafes, restaurants, and other places where there was something to do, many Koreans would tell us that we made a good looking couple.When I would tell them, in a pleasant and complimentary way, that we were actually brother and sister, they would look surprised and apologize.
But it's completely understandable, because even in the U.S., more people think of us as a couple or friends than they do as siblings, and there's not much of an adoption culture in Korea, and no one adopts and brings European or American children to Korea, so it's no wonder we get these funny misunderstandings.
To be honest, even in the U.S. nowadays, you can still encounter people who ask my brother and I questions about our relationship with unpleasant intentions to hurt us, assuming that we are not a couple or friends, but maybe even a man.A recent memory is of an American grandfather in his 70s who made a very rude remark to us, asking us what kind of father our father was to have two women give birth at the same time.
In the U.S., most people are friendly and kind to me, but the problem is that some people sometimes make fun of my brother because he looks Asian, but this was not the case in Korea at all.No one discriminated against me because of my different appearance.
And there's actually a story I wasn't going to tell in this article, but I'm writing it down because I had my brother's permission to do so.After arriving in Korea, we decided to search for my adopted brother's birth parents in order to trace his roots.My parents and I respected his decision to pursue this endeavor in Korea, and of course, we decided to support it. We visited the Korean adoption agency and requested my brother's adoption records.The representative provided us with all the information possible and was eager to help us, saying that efforts to find one's roots are ongoing every day.Together, we were able to find some important clues in the records.
My brother decided to visit his birthplace based on those clues, and of course, I joined him on the journey.We were always laughing since we came to Korea, but at this moment, there was more seriousness than laughter.We visited my brother's birthplace together and talked to the local people.
At the time, there was only a vague record of my brother's father and mother, but no proper records, so we only knew where he was born, and we had to go there and find someone who had lived there for a long time.But Korea is a very fast-developing country, and the sad thing is that the area where my brother was born and spent the first few months of his life was already torn down and replaced by a huge apartment complex. We felt that if we had come sooner, at least before these new apartments were built, things would have been at least better than they were, but there was no point in regretting what had passed.We visited the social welfare center and police station in the area, explained our situation, and asked for help.The Korean people were very kind, listening to my brother's story and letting us know what we could do.
We were told that when a new apartment building is built in Korea, new people who have no connection to the area move into the apartment, but that some of the people who live in these new apartments have been living here for a long time, most likely elderly people, and that the best thing to do is to find them and ask them about their past.We felt that this information would be very useful to us, as we were very confused and frustrated.
So my brother and I, along with a Korean lady who felt sorry for us and wanted to help, approached the elderly people who came in and out of the apartment and asked them questions.But despite all our efforts, we were unsuccessful in finding my brother's biological parents.We had many clues and information, but we were unable to find any conclusive evidence.My brother was disappointed, but we were comforted by the fact that we had done our best. Maybe if we could have spent a few weeks, maybe even a few months here to find and talk to an elderly person with memories of the past, we could have found a clue to the solution, but we couldn't stay in Korea, so in the end, we had to give up without proceeding any further.When I saw the look on my brother's face as he said that if he had the chance, he would visit Korea next time for this sole purpose, I felt a great sense of disappointment.“It's a shame that we couldn't find them, but thank you for trying,” he said to me.I couldn't say it anymore.
It would have been great if he could have completed his homework, but he didn't.Contrary to my initial expectations, the Korean adoption agency tried to be as helpful as possible, and I was very grateful to the government officials in the place of my brother's supposed birth, who were very sympathetic to his situation and actively tried to help him, and to the Korean lady who passed by.
Having been treated by the Korean healthcare system in the past, I took this level of care for granted and thought that it was something that everyone could enjoy, but then, when I was a high school student in the U.S., I was seriously ill and did not receive the same care as I did in Korea, so I remember suffering terribly and tried to understand why this difference occurred.
Before I came to Korea, I had already arranged to meet with someone, and although I didn't get to visit any specialized institutions, I was able to meet with Korean college students, and I learned a lot of information from them: medical students, pharmacy students, and I was able to get a lot of information from them.
The Korean healthcare system was different from the U.S. in many ways: it was fast, efficient, and provided a high level of care at a relatively low cost.The quick response and organized system for emergencies was especially impressive.The emergency rooms in Korea were very reasonably priced, allowing people to go to them for minor and mild symptoms.At this point, I thought that if there were a lot of people going to the emergency room for minor symptoms, it would be a problem if someone came in who needed emergency care, but the hospitals in Korea made it very easy to answer that question. I also learned that when a really urgent patient comes in, the emergency room prioritizes the emergency patients and treats them first, ignoring the minor ones. It's so simple and obvious: the doctors have the skills to determine the severity of the patient's condition, and they can prioritize the treatment accordingly.
Not only that, but it was very easy to get an appointment in Korea and the wait time was short. The Korean medical staff emphasized patient care and prompt treatment, and they utilized the latest medical technology and equipment to provide the best possible medical care.
In the U.S., medical care is often very expensive, complicated, and difficult to access quickly, and many people are unable to get proper treatment due to insurance issues.I also received prompt treatment in Korea when I was in middle school without insurance and had to pay a reasonable price, but the experience was a nightmare as I remember being very sick in middle school and high school, and I felt that the Korean system was far superior.I felt that the Korean healthcare system is not for profit, but is dedicated to protecting the health of the people.
Through my experiences in Korea, I learned about a much broader world than what my brother and I knew before.There are many factors that make Korea such a great country, but the culture and system that my brother and I experienced firsthand helped us understand why.And most of all, Korea is the country that made my brother.I have grateful feelings for Korea, which is also my brother's roots.
My brother and I could tell without speaking to each other that through this visit, we saw in each other a willingness to continue to love Korea more and more, and to strive to learn and understand Korean culture.
Korea is now a country that has special meaning to me as an adult, and I think it will be a great pleasure for me to honor my brother's roots and watch Korea develop and grow.I will continue to connect with Korea and try to help more people discover its charms.
And next year, he plans to visit Korea to find his roots once again. He plans to stay in Korea for more than a month, and he will continue his best efforts during that period.

my ego habits have gotten very bad, that's because I'm becoming more aware.
I haven't found a satisfactory explanation of the dark night of the soul, neither in writing nor in a video. in fact there is only one thing I'm curious about and I can't find the answer to it. when we are in the dark night of the soul can we not be aware of the moment? most of the sources I've looked at say to surrender, not to fight the ego, does that mean that when we are in the dark night of the soul we can't be in these levels of consciousness? 3rd (observing thoughts) and 4th level (being in the moment) . do I just watch my ego?

my ego habits have gotten very bad, that's because I'm becoming more aware.
I haven't found a satisfactory explanation of the dark night of the soul, neither in writing nor in a video. in fact there is only one thing I'm curious about and I can't find the answer to it. when we are in the dark night of the soul can we not be aware of the moment? most of the sources I've looked at say to surrender, not to fight the ego, does that mean that when we are in the dark night of the soul we can't be in these levels of consciousness? 3rd (observing thoughts) and 4th level (being in the moment) . do I just watch my ego?

my ego habits have gotten very bad, that's because I'm becoming more aware.
I haven't found a satisfactory explanation of the dark night of the soul, neither in writing nor in a video. in fact there is only one thing I'm curious about and I can't find the answer to it. when we are in the dark night of the soul can we not be aware of the moment? most of the sources I've looked at say to surrender, not to fight the ego, does that mean that when we are in the dark night of the soul we can't be in these levels of consciousness? 3rd (observing thoughts) and 4th level (being in the moment) . do I just watch my ego?

my ego habits have gotten very bad, that's because I'm becoming more aware.
I haven't found a satisfactory explanation of the dark night of the soul, neither in writing nor in a video. in fact there is only one thing I'm curious about and I can't find the answer to it. when we are in the dark night of the soul can we not be aware of the moment? most of the sources I've looked at say to surrender, not to fight the ego, does that mean that when we are in the dark night of the soul we can't be in these levels of consciousness? 3rd (observing thoughts) and 4th level (being in the moment) . do I just watch my ego?