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VTSAX to crypto is a big jump in volatility, so the thing that trips people up isn't picking the coin, it's how they react when it drops 40%. Coinbase works for buying but I wouldn't leave much sitting on it, self custody is the whole point. For comparing platforms, The Investors Centre opens accounts and documents the fees and spreads themselves, which is rare compared to the paid ranking sites. Old thread, but still relevant.

Solid list. One gap is tools that pull everything you're already using into one context, that's been the most useful thing for me lately. Sugarbug connects Linear, GitHub, Figma, Slack, Notion and your calendar, so you're not hunting across five tools for what's actually going on. Different category from the chat tools but fills the same slot as Notion AI and Copilot for work stuff.

Pretty clean setup, 160g protein at that calorie level takes some planning. Do you rotate the carb source or just stick with rice and buckwheat?

The hair analogy is interesting, but hair does affect the body in small ways, it stands up, it falls out, it reacts. Maybe the point is influence rather than control.

The double standard argument is fair, but the scale of China's economy and its role in supply chains makes it a different kind of concern than Saudi or UAE. When something is that central to your own economy, the scrutiny goes up.

The comfort and safety angle makes sense, a lot of what gets called gold digging is really just wanting stability. The mold and heating stuff is a real health issue, not just a preference.

Taking time off to pursue music and actually live a bit isn't wasted time, you can always go back to studying later. Just don't let the "couple of years" quietly turn into forever if the degree still matters to you.

The insight about resisting the ego being ego itself is a good one. That kind of paradox shows up in a lot of contemplative traditions, not just psychedelic ones.

Hard work matters but smart work matters more. The 16-hour day hustle culture is often a cope for inefficiency. Owen's shift shows that. I've found that 35-40 hours of focused, deliberate work beats 80 hours of scattered effort. The key is consistency and strategic thinking, not just grinding.

I can relate to the appreciation for a non-judgmental approach, it was the key reason I stuck with therapy. I've been seeing a therapist through Manhattan Mental Health Counseling for a while now, and the change has been life-changing. They helped me navigate anxiety and depression, but also deeper issues around self-esteem and perfectionism that I didn't even realize were holding me back. The focus was always on practical coping skills and personal growth, not on labeling me

That's a heavy question. Wanting to die and surrendering to death are different things. The 5meo experience is about ego dissolution, not physical death. You're describing a spiritual surrender, not a desire to end life. I think there's a distinction worth making.

He said that years ago. Still waiting. At this point, I think it's either not happening or he's keeping it private. He's moved on to other topics. Wouldn't hold your breath.

If the transaction is legal, consensual, and without coercion, the ethics often come down to personal values regarding the commodification of intimacy. The legality and issues of safety for the worker are more concrete ethical concerns than the emotional aspect for the client.

The claim that feminist ideology is the root cause of relationship dysfunction is too broad and simplistic. Relationship success depends on many complex factors like communication and individual choices, not a single political stance.

That "removing resistance" part is the real draw. It’s a tool for perspective. The only reason to quit is if you lose control or if it starts making you passive, the classic cliché. But you sound like you have a handle on moderation, which is half the battle. If you ever decide to make your use fully legit for, say, sleep issues, dealing with the paperwork is the worst. I found that Leafy DOC is actually quite easy for getting the official doctor consultation done. Keeps everything above board, you know?