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AcupunctureFTW
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17 hours ago, seriousjay said:
If women across the board started making more money, and nothing else changed, then ultimately businesses would stand to lose profits. Don't you think those businesses would try to find a way to offset those increased costs? How do you suppose they'd do that if women were simply making more money?
Either cut costs (men losing jobs or getting paid less), or charge more for their product (which would affect men much more than women in this scenario).
So you think men might lose jobs to women?
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16 minutes ago, seriousjay said:
Because women make such a big deal about equality, etc., and have been for quite some time, it's socially acceptable to think along those terms. However, whenever someone gains, another has to suffer. I do believe there has traditionally been a large inequality between men and women in many respects, and there still is. Some sort of balance must be achieved. Inevitably, this will mean that men will suffer.. which isn't necessarily bad. It's just the way it is.
I just hope the struggles of men don't get drowned out to the point of being a mockery. Both sexes face very real challenges and they must all be given due attention.
Do you really believe men have to suffer though? I've always viewed feminism as women being recognized for rights, while maintaining mutual respect between the two sexes.
If women have something like equal wages, do you think that it is bad for men? Or actually helpful, because within the family the man doesn't have to shoulder all the weight of earning?
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It's been a while since you posted, so hopefully things are going well. The first two weeks are THE WORST. It gets better after that.
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Most of the voices in media about feminism are female voices. I would like to hear from more men about this. Do you think they way feminism is being presented is fair? If not, what needs to change?
Women are receiving progressively more attention and support. Women's earnings, education, etc are all increasing. In contrast, men in their 20's have high unemployment rates, and declining education levels. Additionally, men in their teens and 20's are also experiencing an unprecedented trend of erectile dysfunction as well as other sexual dysfunctions. Of course there is also video game addiction and pornography addiction.
Feminism is not to be blamed, but the current disparity between the two sexes does suggest that men may not be receiving enough support. Do you agree or disagree?
Feminism (at least my brand of it-- equality and mutual respect between the two sexes) is necessary progress and benefits both men and women. However, attacks on both men and women have been mounted in the name of feminism as well.
I am curious about your thoughts.
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On 9/10/2018 at 5:48 PM, JustTom said:
It's kind of a strange combination to pair acupuncture and gaming addiction.
https://gamequitters.com/can-acupuncture-help-video-game-addiction-recovery/
Heres an article I wrote for GQ’s blog you can check out. It talks about how acupuncture is widely used in the Asian countries for video game addiction. And prior to that, for 40 years in the US for all other addictions. I am the first in the US for gaming addiction. It is very effective, especially for withdrawls and cravings, when quitting feels its worst.
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Stick to it. Medical school is about diligence and not about how smart you are innately. It sounds like you are working hard.
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Yes it is!
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Something that shows me I am doing what I am meant to do well. Lately it is when my patients feel better.
Gaming used to give me a superficial type of achievement but no where near as fulfilling.
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Hey thanks for your questions!
The blog is new so I will have to see. I assume it will lead to more traffic and more people coming in eventually. That is not the main goal though. The blog is there so I can do my part to help other gamers and their parents by putting my own experiences out there to share. Most of them will probably never pay for a service in my office.
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Wow so good. Thank you for sharing.
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Hello GameQuitters!
I wrote this article for you to help you stay motivated and keep at it with your recovery. Let me know what you think!
https://www.limbicacupuncture.com/publications/2018/8/24/six-rl-lessons-to-learn-from-video-games
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Great meet up! Anyone who wants to join for the next one please PM me!
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We are having a mini meet up at 11:30 AM on April 5th! PM for details.
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Check your pms!
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Still happening! Come on there has to be more of us in the SF Bay. I am in the middle of it!
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Hey GameQuitters! This is happening so if you have interest feel free to reach out!
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Sweet! I'll start with Paleo Meatless Chili:
4-5 Roma Tomatoes, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
2 Large green bell peppers, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
Dash of: Cayenne, Oregano, Paprika, Coriander
1 Bay Leaf
1 can black beans
1 can kidney beans
1 can white beans
1 large can diced tomatoes
Salt/Pepper to taste
Optional: 1 cup Bone broth, dash of white wine
Sautee onions, bell peppers, tomatoes, garlic, wine
throw in everything else
Bring to a boil, simmer 30 minutes (or until your preferred consistency), stirring now and then
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Thanks for sharing, Destroyah! Your points seem very fair and astute. Thanks for bringing it up as a highlight that you forgive them for everything. Also, truer words were never said:
In the end I'm thankful for all the problems, because I have found solutions for most of them and that has granted me spirit, relentlessness, character and versatility.
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I hear you. You are in very good company.
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Woooo!
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Third time is the charm... or whatever time it needs to be! Keep at it. For me it was the eighth.
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I agree. Thank you for sharing.
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As a healthcare professional working with work related injuries and psycho emotional issues daily, I see burnout all the time.
Unfortunately, preventing burnout is easier said than done, and comes with a lot of wisdom.
The essential components are recognizing early signs, prioritizing self care, and stress management.
Self care comes in many forms but generally it means getting enough sleep every night, good nutrition, drinking enough water, exercising, and learning were to set your boundaries with stress-producing sources (could be friends, work, family, etc.)
People do improve their lifestyles, but with any habit change, it goes back and forth while on a general rate of improvement. So patience is key.
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Thank you for sharing this. I have never heard this as a concern before and can see where you are coming from.
Unfortunately if the current trajectory continues for another few decades, with women continuing to be more educated and employed than ever before, and men continuing to falter in those same regards, women as a group WILL be more competent. And therefore more hire-able.
We are still very far away from that currently, but if the trend goes to such an extreme that is possibly the future.