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malachiconstant11 t1_je3s6sx wrote

I just got a usb block with three ports in it. More out less covers me. If I take my laptop it's easy enough to find a 2nd plug or just plug my phone into a port on the laptop.

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blckshdw t1_je3q2y1 wrote

I just ask her if she wants a treat and gave her a pill instead. Silly girl was too excited for a treat that she just gulped it down. I usually felt bad for tricking her and gave her a piece of cheese after but she never caught on to the trick. She would also sneak and eat cat poop though so 🤷‍♂️

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keepthetips t1_je3ouz5 wrote

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goodsam2 t1_je3o17i wrote

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Acceptable_Parfait27 t1_je3nln4 wrote

Seems like you have an obsession with efficiency. Try doing some tasks in an inefficient way. Does doing things inefficiently cause negative self talk? Or does that make someone in your life mad at you? Remind yourself that kindness and grace matter more than efficiency. In an emergency efficiency is more important than kindness and grace but most days you need to let go of efficiency and just enjoy your life.

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zamioculcas30 t1_je3l0ih wrote

First thing that came to mind is meditation and excercise. This will fix mood swings, anxiety as a general rule, BUT the things you get angry at are very little forgivable things, you might have other issues as well. I'd advice you see a psychologist, figure out why you get angry and then try to fix it.

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Jankypox t1_je3jve3 wrote

It comes down to practice and improving incrementally. Also accepting that it may never feel or be natural for you, but still trying your best anyway.

I’ve always been shy and struggled to make small talk or talk to others with ease. Even after decades I still have to go out of my way to do it and force myself out of that comfort zone.

It does get easier and most of the time even close friends are shocked that I claim to be so shy, when to many people I apparently come off as confident, friendly, and chatty, despite still internally feeling like a total dork and uncomfortable a lot of the time.

It’s a cliché, but you’ve basically gotta fake it until you make it. Even if you still feel like a total imposter most of the time.

Practice with clerks in the store or at checkout or even other customers in line with you. These engagements are usually short and end quickly so they are great opportunity to strike up a very quick chat and organically end it without feeling weird or the need to prolong the conversation. You’re also unlikely to ever meet them again so even if you flub it or say something stupid it’s easier to forget about it.

Also as other have already said, read more, stay up to date with current and world news and events so when someone os talking about something and you’ve recently read, heard, watched, or learned about that thing, talking about it will not just be easier but feel more natural. If it’s something you know nothing about, straight up say so and then say something like, “Wow! I really know nothing about that, but it sounds fascinating! Tell me more.”

People love talking about things they know well or are passionate about, especially if they feel like they are teaching or sharing something special with you. Just remember to ask questions and be genuinely interested, and you’ll have won more than half the battle.

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keepthetips t1_je3j60x wrote

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Responsibly_Good t1_je3j4ae wrote

I can definitely relate to this. One thing I have found to help with productivity when your partner is home is to set specific goals for yourself and assign yourself time limits. If you have a list of tasks to complete and a time limit for each one, then you'll be more likely to stick with it and stay motivated to keep going. It also helps to have a reward system in place - like a break to watch your favorite show, or a treat at the end of a productive session. Good luck!

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turtleheadmaker t1_je3i43f wrote

Nah. All of these don't get you where you want. Tell the person on the other side, "Dan, because I care about your time and mine, I'm going to need you to get to the point. I'm becoming fatigued in this conversation and I don't want to be because I like talking with you. Please adjust your communication approach with me to ensure I remain engaged." Most likely this will get you 90% closer. From there, listen to the other comments.

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TheMelv t1_je3ff7e wrote

Drink 2 full glasses of water before eating anything. Try getting really into typing, piano, Rubik's cubes or video games. Anything that will keep your hands busy so they're not putting food in your face. If possible, try to full on skip meals. Set an alarm later so you don't wake up in time for breakfast, work through lunch and leave early and then eat. The less you eat, the less you want to eat and vice versa. I'm lazy as hell, when my pants get too tight, I'm too lazy to try and eat smaller portions but full on skipping meals is easier for me personally. Being hungry sucks but try and focus on the positives, saving money food is expensive, less dishes to do later, the less you eat the healthier you'll be. Ditch carbs as much as you can.

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