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starlord

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    Ask HN: Anyone compared expected deaths by Covid Vs those by recession?

    I am sorry to sound callous, but reading all the news around I got quite concerned on the economic consequences of the recession and measures being taken. So I was trying to determ…

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    Comment #22635876

    Yep, good idea. Will try to search for them through the weekend and see if I can summarise them in. single thread perhaps... Should help personally as well I guess

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    Comment #22635872

    Haha. I understand that "Life is unfair, get used to it" and you just gotta wing it with sink or swim mentality in such adverse situations... Frankly I was just looking for if anyo…

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    Ask HN: How to deal with burnout clashing with Covid downturn and stress?

    For folks who were nearing or already in burnout phase, how do next steps look like now in the post-covid19 world? 1. It seems the mental stress of processing all Covid19 impacts (…

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    Comment #16139267

    I will agree with this. I would prefer to find a fit rather than fit in. And this does not mean being obstinate, but rather pursuing only what I find interesting rather than what m…

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    Comment #16139257

    I am glad it is working out great for you. In fact this scenario is more or less what I have in mind when I think about going back to college for higher studies. Never could let go…

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    Comment #16139230

    Ok, let me rephrase. With enough experiences I have become cognizant of the fact that I don't always have to be in "happy" mode. In fact just like any piece of harmony, I appreciat…

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    Comment #16139208

    I think part from the dog, the lists overlap fairly well more or less. I don't own a dog, but like playing with them whenever i get the chance. Also loved ones are fewer than I wou…

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    Comment #16139180

    :) Always suspected that the British tv got the grim reality right rather than the hopeful American ones I have watched more often. But on a serious note, thanks for sharing this. …

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    Comment #16139160

    I understand from where you are coming from. But the very point that it takes a lot of effort to be "extrovertable" is an issue. I have tried this and on the weekends where i "extr…

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    Comment #16139126

    I agree and I am skeptical on college front as well, hence seeking advice on how it turned out for others who might have wandered on similar trajectories in life. It's just that du…

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    Comment #16139110

    :) I like washing utensils, it's very peaceful watching the stream of water clean them away... But it's temporary. I was looking for more of a longer-term over-arching stuff.

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    Comment #16139104

    :) I will take the risk of passing an unsolicited advice: Explore all but do engage deeply in at least a few of your interests. Leads to a much more fulfilling(in hindsight) colleg…

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    Ask HN: As an adult introvertish nerd what makes you happy?

    Since I got out of college, I have been trying to hustle through for growth and am finally running a funded startup now as founder/CTO. But last 6-7 years have just gone by damn fa…

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    Comment #15166473

    As I mentioned in the other comment I think it's easier to be honest when you are in a position of power (economically or socially) as you can probably absorb the repercussions wit…

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    Comment #15166430

    Well, I think it's easier to be honest when you are in a position of power (economically or socially) as you can probably absorb the repercussions without too much of a harm

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    Comment #15166192

    While I was on the same page when I was fresh out of college and actually did believe this... I am sorry but I have learned otherwise only after stumbling through all the really un…

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    Ask HN: Everybody lies. How do you deal with it though?

    Often lying or not telling complete truth contextually becomes easier to have more efficient conversations and relationships. I started with being bad at it in early twenties, but …

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    Comment #14574724

    Thanks a lot for this! I will be reaching out to you.

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    Comment #14574417

    I understand. I have had a few of these experiences in life where I still end up working and missing out on the "vacation" part. I need to move away from these partially-toxic vaca…

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    Comment #14574396

    I guess, you are correct in quite a few observations. I shall talk to a psychologist soon. Thanks!

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    Comment #14574389

    Balanced life sounds great, but is damn difficult to maintain with consistency... work almost always wins. I might take up the idea in sometime, when i perhaps get back to normal a…

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    Comment #14574367

    Could you please share which meetups in India?

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    Comment #14574362

    This... doesn't really help me right now, but resonates a lot with my current understanding of the world.

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    Comment #14574359

    This sounds good, helpful and a little relaxing. Thanks! I shall add "Going Hands Off" to next skill to acquire list :)