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  2. Posted · Edited by Something Funny

    18 minutes ago, TheAlchemist said:

    Also if they are not thin enough I think they can do more harm, I have a pair of Vivos, which is much thicker than another barefoot shoe I have and the Vivos can have me still taking long steps and putting lots of pressure on the heel, which is not possible with the thinner ones, as it would be painful to walk without properly spreading the impact all through the foot.

    I agree with it. Kind of counterituitively, thicker barefoot sole makes walking less comfortable.

    I actually ordered a pair of used vivo from revivo website so I aam curious jow they arr going to feel. 

    I don't plan to use them for walking though, I specifically wanted to get a pair of used shoes which I could wear guilt free while hiking, running in rain and mud, etc. 

    And I think that for running, especially on the ground, it should be less of an issue.

    What model / brand do you like the most?

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    3 minutes ago, Something Funny said:

    There are barefoot shoes with high ankle support

    @Michael569 those are all barefoot shoes:

    https://ahinsashoes.com/products/jaya-barefoot-women-fall-winter-boots-black

    https://www.wildling.shoes/en/collections/fruhling-sommer/products/atmo-black-rw

    https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/magna-lite-sg-mens

    https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/tracker-forest-esc-mens-aw22

     

  5. Posted · Edited by Something Funny

    16 minutes ago, Michael569 said:

    not on the ones I've seen people wear - that stuff would be cut through by a blunt rock. I'm sure there are betetr quality ones with thicker sole which then kinda defeats the purpose of "bare foot shoe" 

    Mine have 4mm soles and they feel super thin and flexible, yet I am not afraid of them getting cut through by something like gravel or glass. And I live in a neighbourhood with a bunch of alcoholics and broken bottles lying around.

    Edit: Have you ever had your outer rubber pierced by anything and that object getting to the foam part of a shoe?

    I have never experienced this even in normal shoes. 

    16 minutes ago, Michael569 said:

    you can do that perfectly well with regular shoes - this one is more about mental mindfulness than suddenly getting some magical effect from the shoes. You can walk in ski boots and be perfectly mindful. 

    I don't think that's true. Of course you can do that if you want to. But here you tend to do it naturally because it becomes fun and enjoyable. You want to feel each step. I have noticed myself wanting to experience different surfaces and trying to step on a patch of grass, or gravel, or to walk on a curb because it feels great.

    16 minutes ago, Michael569 said:

    You might be right, I would bet most types of those injuries come down to matching wrong shoes to the wrong weather or doing stupid shit. When it comes to accidental tripping, I think you would be fine as long as the shoes you wear are sturdy enough

    Every time I twisted my ankles was before I would randomly put more lateral pressure on the outer side of a shoe walhen taking a step and that high sole would kind of twist under itself.

    16 minutes ago, Michael569 said:

    Most walking I do (outside of the gym and commute) is out in forests, on coasts and basically outdoor. I can't imagine doing 25km outdoor hike 3 days in a row in barefoot shoes. Nothing beats good quality sturdy shoes with reinforced sole and additional protection for your calves. 

    There are barefoot shoes with high ankle support  and soles designed for hiking and trail running.

    You can tell that I am pretty biased as well :D I just enjoy them so much, haha. But sure, everyone has their own tastes.

  6. Posted · Edited by Something Funny

    45 minutes ago, Michael569 said:

    All it takes is a random shard of glass or an upward-pointing rusty nail to answer the question. :P (although standard shoes are unlikely to protect from the later either) 

    I definitely wouldn't use them when going out of your usual environment where you can actually injure your feet with sharp objects or run at a higher risk of ankle dislocations. 

    I heard they are great for squatting tho so if you're a heavy lifter they may help. Overall they are unlikely to stand up to the hype 

    I wouldn't worry about any sharp objects (unless you are literally stepping on a nail at a straight angle). The rubber sole is still tough enough to handle glass more easily.

    Also, bringing more awareness to each step is literally the point.

    Regarding ankle dislocations, it's actually easier to twist your anke when you stand on a 2cm high platform than when you are barefoot. This would happen to me very regularly in normal shoes. 

    Seriously, go and try it for yourself, you will probably notice that it's really hard to accidentally twist your ankle when you are standing with your bare feet on the ground.

  7. Posted · Edited by Something Funny

    @FourCrossedWands not all barefoot shoes are equal. I've had some Polish brand barefoot shoes for about half a year now, and they didn't feel that nice (still better than ordinary shoes in my opinion though).

    Last week I have got a pair of wildling shoes, tanuki model, and I am just in love. Words can't describe how amazing it feels to walk in them, lol.

    They are extremely light, tactile, and hug my upper foot in a snug, but very comfortable and cozy way.

    @Leo Gura I am not sure about vibrams (as far as I am aware, they are mostly known for their five finger models), or what this court case was about, but it  does make sense that standard modrern shoes are not that healthy for your feet.

    Most of them are elevated at the heel, which is bad for your posture. A toe box is cramped, and a thick sole definitely doesn't engage as many muscles as a barefoot one.

    Also personally, I don't need any studies, I just know that my feet feel so amazing compared to everything I've worn in the past so I think I am never going back. Simple walking has turned into an exciting, pleasurable activity for me.

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    6 hours ago, StarStruck said:

    I don't get what Andrew Tate has to do with this.

    What it has to do with that topic is that I swear, at this point I know what your and some other guys' posts are going to be about before even clicking on them. 

    Isn't it interesting how you are pulled towards those specific kinds of articles and views on diet, those specific views on masculinity, dating, politics, personal development, sexuality, etc.? Do you really not see how those are all linked?

    But of course you are not biased at all...

    3 hours ago, Schizophonia said:

    Almost the only people I've read linking animal products to masculinity are vegans.

    What a shameless gaslighting, lol.

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    @ElenaO I am so sorry. 

    Please, don't think that this is your fault or that you have failed your husband.

    First of all, this isn't true because there are things in life that we can't control that much and people should accept that.  

    Secondly,  your worth is not defined by your ability to give birth. You are a person, not a baby factory. 

    Also, your husband should be already really grateful for you giving him a son and spending so much time and effort looking after him. 

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    @Hardkill @Lila9 it's not like Cleopatra did cold approach though...

    I think women still behave in the same way as they did, they just do it in their own way. Which is more subtle than being explicitly sexual or making a first move (unless they are a stripper or pornstar, etc., as in the example above).

    I don't see why would anything change significantly with time if those things are supposed to be wired deep inside of us.

    Also, what you probably imagine is a bunch of girls fighting for some noble born prince, trying to get his attention. Which wpuld be the equivalent of girls chasing male celebrities nowadays.

    There were no hoards of girls trying to seduce some peasant boy, lol. Which was like the 99% of the population.

    And if you read some old books about common people lives, the dating dynamics were pretty much the same as they are now, with the guy making the first move (excluding arranged marriage situations).

    So, all that is to say: I don't think that things are much different today .

  21. Posted

    21 minutes ago, something_else said:

    I mean depending on the actual pay difference, a 6 month experience gap could definitely account for it.

    But that's the funny thing. I have 6 months more experience than him. But because he started later, starting wages were higher because the company needed to stay competitive due to inflation.

    According to their system, if I applied to the same position right now, as a total noob, I would get a higher salary simply because of the market changes.

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    I was wandering whaat is the best way to approach this question with my management/hr.

    We are each others backups and do literally the same tasks. We even share the same mailbox. The only reason his salary is currently higher is become he started 6 months later than me and his starting pay was higher due to the inflation.

    I feel like it should have balanced out with raises.

    An important note is that we are not allowed to discuss our wages so I want to approach this topic without referring directly to him.

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    9 minutes ago, acidgoofy said:

    Experiment and see what works best for you. Some do it every other day, some every day, no need to plan it better by feel.

    What about tolerance build up? If you do it everyday, after how many days will ypu need to take a break? And how long should a break be?

    10 minutes ago, acidgoofy said:

    I grind mine and make pills, that generally works best for me

    How do you weigh the pills/powder. Do you use any special tool to scoop it all and to not waste any?

    Will the powder loose its potency faster or is it okay if you put it inside of a pill right away?