High School Guide: Admissions, reviews, and advice
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I was one of those weird teenagers who actually went to bed between 10 and 11 PM.
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High School Guide: Admissions, reviews, and advice
in Students & Teens ·
Traffic patterns have definitely shifted, but I still think people are blowing things out of proportion.
And look, I get how annoying commutes can be—I take public transit to work in Chicago every day.
Obviously, if someone wants to enroll in, say, a specific high school and one is thirty minutes away while another is ninety minutes away, they’re going to pick the closer one (assuming it meets all their other criteria).
But reducing the entire school selection process down to just proximity? That's ridiculous. Honestly, I think some parents are overreacting with all this drama about transportation.
My point stands: if someone has a long commute, that travel time can actually be used productively to get schoolwork done.
As for sleep deprivation, if they just went to bed at a reasonable hour (like 10 PM), they wouldn't have these issues. (That’s a different story for student-athletes who have late-night practices, but hey, you chose that path, so deal with it.)
The reason they stay up until God knows when is because they have phones right next to their heads with constant notifications popping up. Of course they aren't falling asleep by 2 AM; I wouldn't be able to either.
On top of that, half of them don't even bother eating breakfast before school... no wonder they don't have the energy to focus in class.
And look, I get how annoying commutes can be—I take public transit to work in Chicago every day.
Obviously, if someone wants to enroll in, say, a specific high school and one is thirty minutes away while another is ninety minutes away, they’re going to pick the closer one (assuming it meets all their other criteria).
But reducing the entire school selection process down to just proximity? That's ridiculous. Honestly, I think some parents are overreacting with all this drama about transportation.
My point stands: if someone has a long commute, that travel time can actually be used productively to get schoolwork done.
As for sleep deprivation, if they just went to bed at a reasonable hour (like 10 PM), they wouldn't have these issues. (That’s a different story for student-athletes who have late-night practices, but hey, you chose that path, so deal with it.)
The reason they stay up until God knows when is because they have phones right next to their heads with constant notifications popping up. Of course they aren't falling asleep by 2 AM; I wouldn't be able to either.
On top of that, half of them don't even bother eating breakfast before school... no wonder they don't have the energy to focus in class.
High School Guide: Admissions, reviews, and advice
in Students & Teens ·
Excuse me, but which generation of people is this...
Raised in Chicago (the suburbs), attended high school back in the 90s. My commute involved taking a bus to the depot, catching a train to downtown, then grabbing another bus or train up to Draskovićeva Street before walking down Šlosarova Street.
The catch was that when it snowed, the buses wouldn't even make it up the hills. We had to trek through the neighborhood via Slavica and cut through the park to get to school, sliding all over the ice and falling flat on our backs...
Over those four years, I could count on one hand how many times I was late for class (keep in mind we had early morning lectures starting at 7:10 AM).
Neither I nor my parents ever made a fuss about waking up early—I always made sure to eat a proper breakfast at home first.
I used my transit time—both ways—to study or catch up on reading assignments, rather than scrolling through TikTok, Instagram, or Snapchat. By the time I got home, I’d finish dinner, knock out whatever homework was left, and then just kick my feet up and relax.
Raised in Chicago (the suburbs), attended high school back in the 90s. My commute involved taking a bus to the depot, catching a train to downtown, then grabbing another bus or train up to Draskovićeva Street before walking down Šlosarova Street.
The catch was that when it snowed, the buses wouldn't even make it up the hills. We had to trek through the neighborhood via Slavica and cut through the park to get to school, sliding all over the ice and falling flat on our backs...
Over those four years, I could count on one hand how many times I was late for class (keep in mind we had early morning lectures starting at 7:10 AM).
Neither I nor my parents ever made a fuss about waking up early—I always made sure to eat a proper breakfast at home first.
I used my transit time—both ways—to study or catch up on reading assignments, rather than scrolling through TikTok, Instagram, or Snapchat. By the time I got home, I’d finish dinner, knock out whatever homework was left, and then just kick my feet up and relax.
Comfort movies you can watch over and over again
in Movies ·
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
School Reform: Thoughts?
in Students & Teens ·
mellowskipper said:Is English just... on a completely different level?
Funny how much they kept telling us at those federal summits and state legislature meetings that we were still stuck at two levels.
Looking for a specialist...
in Health ·
Grace Davis77 said:Ranko Bilic
Thanks.
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Looking for a specialist...
in Health ·
Looking for an orthopedic specialist recommendation for hand issues here in Chicago.
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What did you guys think of Mank?
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mistyotter35 said:??? I’ve seen it at least ten times. It was filmed in 1941; black and white was just the standard back then.
So, by that logic, you should probably understand why he didn't just stick to black and white, but opted for that specific stylistic expression—the framing and everything else—that mirrors the vibe of "Citizen Kane."
Looking for a specialist...
in Health ·
I don't know what you're getting at with that. If you have a point, make it. kaže:
Does anyone have recommendations for a good endocrinologist in New York City? 🙂
Dr. Mirosevic (Vinogradski)
Period talk: Questions and advice
in Women's Health ·
rowdycanyon11 said:My period only lasts about a day and a half before it turns watery. I’m currently sitting at around 95 pounds at 5'4". I went to see my OB-GYN once about it, and his only advice was that I need to eat more.😵
Having dealt with amenorrhea caused by a low BMI and low body fat percentage for years—along with the resulting osteopenia—I’m telling you: the gynecologist is right, no matter how ridiculous it sounds to you.
If you want to keep this conversation going, just shoot me a DM.
Dealing with lactose intolerance?
in Health ·
If you head to big retailers like Kroger, you can find Mu lactose-free yogurt (from Dairy Farmers of America), and Walmart carries their own "Free From" line which includes lactose-free options too. Personally, I don't even have an issue with goat or sheep milk yogurts.
Regarding cheese, sheep and goat varieties shouldn't be an issue for most, and aged cow's milk cheeses generally have much lower lactose levels—think brands like Gligorije Kolan or Djibouti.
Regarding cheese, sheep and goat varieties shouldn't be an issue for most, and aged cow's milk cheeses generally have much lower lactose levels—think brands like Gligorije Kolan or Djibouti.
Osteopenia: Questions and advice?
in Health ·
I really appreciate all the effort and the advice you've given me.
Yeah, my body fat is definitely too low—my last reading was at 10%.
My workouts are a bit of everything: yoga, weight training, spinning, and low-impact cardio. I had a knee injury a few years back, so I have to avoid high-impact stuff now. I stay pretty active, averaging about an hour and a half every day.
As for food, I eat quite a variety, though I avoid most meat because it doesn't sit well with me. I'll stick to what works, though: fats, bacon, or maybe some beef liver. I'm also lactose intolerant, so I can only handle sheep or goat dairy; regular cow's milk just doesn't work for me.
In terms of calories, I aim for around 2,000 a day, usually split into five or six smaller meals.
Is there any alternative for those half-liters of beer? Honestly, I can't imagine my day without it.😉
Yeah, my body fat is definitely too low—my last reading was at 10%.
My workouts are a bit of everything: yoga, weight training, spinning, and low-impact cardio. I had a knee injury a few years back, so I have to avoid high-impact stuff now. I stay pretty active, averaging about an hour and a half every day.
As for food, I eat quite a variety, though I avoid most meat because it doesn't sit well with me. I'll stick to what works, though: fats, bacon, or maybe some beef liver. I'm also lactose intolerant, so I can only handle sheep or goat dairy; regular cow's milk just doesn't work for me.
In terms of calories, I aim for around 2,000 a day, usually split into five or six smaller meals.
Is there any alternative for those half-liters of beer? Honestly, I can't imagine my day without it.😉
Osteopenia: Questions and advice?
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All my hormone levels are coming back perfect: LH, FSH, estradiol, testosterone, SHBG, prolactin, AMH, cortisol, thyroid... everything. My doctor tells me my numbers look like a 25-year-old's, not a 38-year-old's. I’ve been cycling through doctors for four years now, and they all tell me I’m a complete medical mystery.
My TSH was slightly elevated about ten months ago, but according to my most recent labs from last month, even that is normal.
No headaches.
I suspect the root cause is a combination of my amenorrhea and a low BMI—it usually hovers between 18 and 18.5, though it was down to 16 when my cycle first stopped. On top of that, there's a genetic predisposition on my mother's side. My gynecologist insisted my cycle would return once I gained weight, but nothing has changed (not that anyone listens when I point out that even my current BMI is low; they just insist I'm not underweight right now).
I want to know if anyone has experience with whether this can be fixed through intentional weight gain, specific exercises, and diet. (It might sound ridiculous to some, but gaining weight is incredibly difficult for me; I already force myself to eat even when I'm not hungry just to maintain my current weight, and any bit of stress sends the pounds plummeting).
The diagnosis is a hard pill to swallow. I'm an active person who works out regularly, and now I'm actually afraid to move. 😢
My TSH was slightly elevated about ten months ago, but according to my most recent labs from last month, even that is normal.
No headaches.
I suspect the root cause is a combination of my amenorrhea and a low BMI—it usually hovers between 18 and 18.5, though it was down to 16 when my cycle first stopped. On top of that, there's a genetic predisposition on my mother's side. My gynecologist insisted my cycle would return once I gained weight, but nothing has changed (not that anyone listens when I point out that even my current BMI is low; they just insist I'm not underweight right now).
I want to know if anyone has experience with whether this can be fixed through intentional weight gain, specific exercises, and diet. (It might sound ridiculous to some, but gaining weight is incredibly difficult for me; I already force myself to eat even when I'm not hungry just to maintain my current weight, and any bit of stress sends the pounds plummeting).
The diagnosis is a hard pill to swallow. I'm an active person who works out regularly, and now I'm actually afraid to move. 😢
Osteopenia: Questions and advice?
in Health ·
Hi there.
I'm 38 and was referred for a bone density scan because I haven't had a period in four years—even though all my hormone levels come back normal.
My first scan two years ago showed everything was fine.
Last week, I went back for another one, and here are the results:
The T-score for L1/L4 is +0.53. This indicates normal density in the lumbar spine, though the report notes this might be unreliable due to significant degenerative changes; essentially, the BMD values in this area are likely falsely inflated.
The T-score for the hip is -0.77, and the femoral neck is -1.34. The findings for the left hip suggest osteopenia.
Has anyone else dealt with something similar? (As a side note, my mother had total hip replacements on both sides due to osteoarthritis.)
I'm 38 and was referred for a bone density scan because I haven't had a period in four years—even though all my hormone levels come back normal.
My first scan two years ago showed everything was fine.
Last week, I went back for another one, and here are the results:
The T-score for L1/L4 is +0.53. This indicates normal density in the lumbar spine, though the report notes this might be unreliable due to significant degenerative changes; essentially, the BMD values in this area are likely falsely inflated.
The T-score for the hip is -0.77, and the femoral neck is -1.34. The findings for the left hip suggest osteopenia.
Has anyone else dealt with something similar? (As a side note, my mother had total hip replacements on both sides due to osteoarthritis.)
Dealing with lactose intolerance?
in Health ·
mellownomad7 said:Not really a health thing, just don't know who to ask here.
Does anyone know where I can grab some lactose-free chocolate or spread around Miami?
Thanks, cheers.
Walmart also carries lactose-free stuff and vegan chocolate spreads.
Dealing with lactose intolerance?
in Health ·
If anyone’s looking for lactase tablets, you can pick them up at CVS. Results vary depending on the person—it worked for my sisters, whereas for me, they offer some relief but aren't quite enough to make them worth using daily. Just a heads-up if you want to give them a shot.
Looking for a specialist...
in Health ·
Richard Reyes9 said:Hi there,
looking for physical therapy recommendations in Washington, D.C.—ideally private practice.
Thanks!
Axis Rehabilitation http://www.axisrehabilitacija.com/
Looking for a specialist...
in Health ·
coppergardener said:Can anyone recommend a sports orthopedic specialist? Dealing with an ankle issue. Thanks!
Dr. Bojanic