10jub, clearly you are very stressed about this situation.

Have you spoken to anyone, your general practitioner maybe or a trusted family member or friend? That can be vey helpful.

A person in my family is going through a very similar situation and he has found that dealing with the stress caused by the fear really really helps in finally dealing with the overall situation.

Hope that is helpful.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 8:48 PM on May 28, 2006

Well, as expected, Stuffit is a no-go. Thanks all for the help.

I'm trying to install mac on a usb jump drive and this is my last step. Just an FYI, the file in mention is OS 7.0.1.smi - available at Apple's archive, where Iit is available for free. So . . .

ikkyu2, if you would be so kind as to expand the file into it's bits 'n pieces, that would be a great help. I have uploaded the .smi to yousendit. I can get the return yousendit here or you... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 11:00 PM on February 2, 2006

ikky . . . Thank you VERY much! I will give these a go during the day. This poster needs to get to sleep. again, thanks all for the info and ikky for the leg-work.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 12:39 AM on February 3, 2006

Persons with eating disorders have been shown to improve with both traditional therapy as well a psychopharmacology.

Complsive behaviour of this kind is no failing of a persons charactor or will-power. There is clear data available showing that neuro-chemical imbalance plays a significant part. While inside the disorder, it can be near impossible, without the right kind of help to even see that there is a probem.

As a person who both... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 12:32 AM on December 17, 2005

I am very curious if the woman in question is in conflict over having to do the right thing in the work-place, as an HR person, or if having found out about her possible one and only's ancient indiscretion has been a deeply disturbing revelation. If the later is true, I can understand her having transferred those doubts to the more comfortable, black and white, more emotionally manageable (for her) structure of her professional responsibility.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 12:06 AM on December 14, 2005

alen.spaulding: thanks for the pflag tip. I must be even more off my game to not have thought of that!! I was so focused on a web search gone south that I forgot what I already knew!
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 6:54 AM on October 4, 2005

Here is a nice article about Vitamine D(s). Florecent lights and other natural light depravation can a decres the bodies absorbtion of 'stuff' in light that makes vitamin D(s).

I personally expirence decresed NRG and fatiege if I do not get enough natural light. I will be talking to my psycologist to see if a light box can be submitten under my insurance.

The actual light boxes I have been shown and told about that are made for SAD are the only... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 6:49 PM on September 28, 2005

...I have used Philips 'Natural Light' bulbs. They are nicer quality of light but I do't think they emit the necessary UV intensity.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 6:51 PM on September 28, 2005

It can not be emphasized enough how important it is to have a clinical diagnosis before taking any psycho pharmaceutical therapy. AD(H)D is well studied these days and in conjunction with traditional talk\behavior therapy, meds can Ritalin can do wonders for the diagnosed person.

My personal experience is that I too diagnosed myself but I submitted myself to a clinical assessment by a professional that came highly recommended. Without Ritalin, I can get nothing done. As... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 7:52 PM on September 24, 2005

Take the money out of your wallet or bag, drop it on the ground, and run the other way as fast as you can, to a public area like a store or gas station. Then, submit a poliece report.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 2:15 PM on September 20, 2005

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posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 2:12 PM on September 20, 2005

THe therapist knows the effect of this change on his\her clients. You can bet that your responce is expected. That said . . how can you use this situation as a lever to confront personal issues?

Aslo, the teraputic relationship is a two way street; always. He\she may have valid reasons for altering her office hours. She\he does have a life too. A good relationship, in this situation, is a constant negotiation of boundries and fulfillment of needs.... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 2:07 PM on September 20, 2005

On review . . What OmieWise said.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 2:11 PM on September 20, 2005

I took a cuticle siccors to a 2mm on on my neck. I pulled it tight and snip, snip. No pain, hardly any blood, not even a scar.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 11:29 AM on September 19, 2005

Oh, and save the skin bits for a festive salad garnish.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 11:30 AM on September 19, 2005

Yup, it was The Doll Maker with Jane Fonda. That screen where the child dies is etched in my memory. Also that the mother has to cut up the Jesus to make wooden dolls for $.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 3:54 AM on September 18, 2005

A drastic change in personality,can indicate the onset of metal illness, drug addiction and any nuber of other 'normal' or harmfull states can also percipitate such a drastic change.

You sound very ernest in your desire to be supportive or even to 'step-in' if necessary. Have you considered talking to someone just for yourself? If you and\or your parents are at wits end about what to do, there are many options for your receiving professional... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 11:18 PM on September 16, 2005

I learned using this book. Also a good one.

I haven't tried it yet but here is a high protien wheat bread that might be a good choice. High Protein Bread is a nutrient rich bread.
High Protein Bread
1 package yeast
2 tablespoon honey
6 cups unbleached flour
1/2 cup soy flour
1/2 cup dry skim milk powder - and I just bought a box of powered whole milk! knew i should have gotten skim!!... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 7:57 PM on September 14, 2005

Also, no reason the above dough can't be used for pizzas too! MMMMMM
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 8:01 PM on September 14, 2005

FEMA doesn't want help

Patently untrue. In fact, I have been asked time and again to sine up for training by my FEMA palls, in the last two weeks. And I ain't that special. If interested, contact your regional office via phone and inquire.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 4:01 PM on September 13, 2005 marked best answer

Noprob. FYI - sent ya an email.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 5:58 PM on September 13, 2005

Here's a thought . . . Habitat for Humanity is going to need lots of help, in the comming months. Maybe you can help out at another time.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 3:02 AM on September 14, 2005

Well, if it's Post traumatic Stress Disorder that might also be interacting with the familial disposition toward mental illness, seek out an organization in your area that supports persons with PTSD. They might have several persons they can refer you to. Of course you can always ask your doctor or talk to someone at a university that has a doctoral program in psychology\psychiatry. Any of these will have a list of Dr.s to refer you too to begin your evaluation of who might be a best fit for... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 9:57 PM on September 11, 2005

I consider the following notion: Us vs. Them.

There are many people that find belonging to a group particularly necessary to bolster or even define their personal and impersonal identity; to give their lives meaning. We all, to some degree, need to be apart of the world we see.

We have always known that individuals that place their self-value in the group identity\afinity, who are also under a high level of stress... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 9:55 PM on September 9, 2005

I would also like to add that as a non-Christian, living an obviously Christian values state, I can completely understand the feeling of having my values attacked at every turn. We may be at opposit ends of a very long spectrum but it is easy to understand the feeling of loosing a battle for what we feel is intrisically right. What I try to do is separate Chriastianity from the religion of Christianity. That has helped a lot in not feeling so attacked.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 10:07 PM on September 9, 2005

What I try to do is separate Chriastianity from the religion of Christianity.

I am not a religious Catholic. I was raised in a largly Catholic environment by Catholic parents that where raised the same way, but I am not a practicing Roman Catholic. I am a cultural Catholic.

The same goes for a dear friend who is culturally Jewish not a religious Jew.

I can understand and value and even believe in... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 12:15 AM on September 10, 2005

Never got that myself.I will have to pay better attention.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 7:10 PM on September 8, 2005

I can smell your brains.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 6:52 PM on September 8, 2005

(sorry. . . me neither)
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 6:53 PM on September 8, 2005

YUP! What rolypolyman said. And make sureyou change the SSID - access key\code.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 6:48 PM on September 8, 2005

fill holes with moth balls.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 5:17 PM on September 7, 2005

Excelent advice all round. I'll file a police report and query Cingulat. If all else fails (most likely), looks like I'm gettin a new number.

Thanks to all . . .
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 8:09 PM on September 5, 2005

Well Pumpkins, looks like after all your great advice it was changing my number that I eventually had to do. No charge, by the way, 'cause the guy was harassing me with constant calls. Cingular Rocks!

I will file a report with the poliece just in case this guy does this again to another person.

Thanks One and All
Cheers!
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 2:18 PM on September 6, 2005

Perhaps your local poliece station will have options for our friend, if he decides to get rid of it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 7:30 PM on September 3, 2005

You could put up a bird house with a small web cam inside and serve it on the web 24/7.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 5:53 PM on August 29, 2005

dye, don't dye. Go to town is my call. As long as it isn't something like "I can't let anyone see me with grey hair!" Then it's entierly a different thing.

My feeling in realationships . . . Love me, love all my odd hairs and wrinkles. They make me hot! Doens't mean I don't groom. I'm just saying there is way too much preasure these days to be something we are not. A body has to find the ballance.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 11:05 AM on August 26, 2005

Everyone has the right to refuse to submit evidence that will or has the potential to incriminate themselves. From urine testing to bag searching.


This, of course, is a hotly debated constitutional point.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 9:17 PM on July 19, 2005

I have obstructive upper respiratory sleep apnea, which basically means i loose my airway when asleep. I wake up several times a nite because i, essentially, can't breath. When I wake, I have no idea why I awoke.

Are you a snorer? Some snorers, like me, have trouble getting enough air and wake up. Visit an eye ear nose DR to take a look at you adenoids, tonsils, and whether the back of our tong is obstructing you airway while you sleep.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 9:07 PM on July 19, 2005

If you can't give it away, donate, donate, donate.

Here's a brainstorm list:Try schools, youth groups, churches, Elks, Moose and few halls, retirement facilities, your town hall, YMC or G A, contact a piano tuner for leads, churches, contact piano teachers, contact conference centers, rehabilitation facilities, hospitals and, public assess TV stations.
If all else fails, please consider driveler's suggestion. It's fun and wholesome family entertainment.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 11:40 AM on April 18, 2005

Never force a tooth to fall out. Forcing the tooth can damage the growth of the newer tooth. Just let nature take its course. If nature is being stubborn, go to the dentist.
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 8:43 PM on April 4, 2005

Thanks.
So, if I understand correctly, I can use any unlocked phone that is set up correctly for any cell service.

hmmmmm
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 6:45 AM on February 2, 2005

1. When I was a little kid, I ran after a kite a little boy lost hold of while flying it on a windy beach. I had a "peek experience" at that moment. I have continued to behave as though the "peek experience" - being fully human and reaching my potential - is of primary importance.

2. A year of so later, during 6th grade, I was punched by a bully. I did not fight back because violence is wrong. I told my dad about it, proud that I took the high road,... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by johnj at 6:42 AM on February 2, 2005