Also, is it possible to patch in cell phone audio for recording phone conversations? (I don't have a landline)
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 12:33 PM on September 29, 2008

Thanks, markblasco. That was really helpful.

What's your opinion on dynamic vs condenser mics?
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 4:36 PM on September 29, 2008

My only downside might have been not knowing how to treat women like princesses.

2nding ellF... that's the line that stuck out like a red flag to me. Putting women on a pedestal is exactly the wrong thing to do. It'll make you feel bad inside, and will make you look needy and desperate to women. How about treating yourself like a prince?

As for how you can stop texting/calling/messaging her... just realize... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 2:25 PM on September 28, 2008

...and mccain is "suspending" his campaign because he's a fucking moron.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 6:48 PM on September 24, 2008

jkaczor - do you understand the concept of bandwidth, and how it can be measured by your carrier? If they allow tethering, they will charge more for data. If they don't, then they'll cut you off.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 9:11 AM on September 23, 2008

with a brand new razor each time

Wow, that's commitment.

1. Get in shower.
2. Wash for 5 min or so
3. Wash face
4 Apply shave gel
5. Shave with grain
6. Apply more shave gel
7. Shave against the grain
8. Exfoliate

I do this every other day
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 5:41 PM on September 22, 2008

Am I the only one annoyed by the lack of gender pronouns in this question?

Anyways, first of all, gifts are given without any expectation of getting anything in return, so it's disingenuous to use that against your roommate. If you don't feel like he's pulling his weight, then, yeah, you should just talk to him about your expectations (in a friendly, non-confrontational way, obviously).

But I have a feeling that there's something else about your... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 10:07 AM on September 22, 2008

The first thing to do is stay out of the sun, or consistently apply generous amounts of sunscreen.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 6:49 PM on September 21, 2008

I apply sunscreen daily to my face

I meant on your neck.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 5:02 AM on September 22, 2008

So, are you sure it's actually using the hotel's wifi network? Did it ask you for permission to use the network?
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 11:40 AM on September 21, 2008

I got these, a I love them.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 7:12 AM on September 16, 2008

They probably mean that the sounds are imperceptible, not necessarily "inaudible"
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 7:33 PM on September 14, 2008

He's already being punished. This is old news. Delete it.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 10:51 AM on September 12, 2008

Pushing through your fear of talking to strangers is the most efficient way of building a social life. It's not easy, but it's simple, and you can practice anywhere. Talk to everyone, even if it's just to say "hi".
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 6:51 PM on September 8, 2008

Imagine how you feel if this guy laughed at you for your fear of heights.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 2:53 PM on September 8, 2008

Yes, definitely, as long as you make it clear that she has no obligation to repay you. That's really awesome of you do that.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 6:25 PM on September 5, 2008

First of all, never grovel. Anything worth saying is worth saying with confidence. "I'm not feeling well, so I won't be in the office today" is all that's required. Second, everybody knows--including your boss--that people use their sick time when they're not really physically ill. And nobody cares, as long as you get your work done, and do a good job.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 4:47 AM on September 1, 2008

You need to be more pushy. Do your best to force them into a concrete answer.

You: "Can you get to it this week?"
Them: "Umm, I don't think so, blah blah blah..."
You: "Next week?"
Them: "Umm, maybe..."
You: "I'd like to make specific arrangements, can you check your calendar and get back to me by the end of the day?"
Them: "Uhhh, ok, I'll... [more]
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 4:42 PM on August 24, 2008

Do you really want to be friends with her?
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 9:21 AM on August 24, 2008

Use it to climb the corporate ladder.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 5:46 PM on August 22, 2008

http://www.workshare.com/go/revision-control.aspx
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 4:51 PM on August 22, 2008

Data point: TF2 runs great on my almost 2 year old Macbook Pro.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 3:13 PM on August 22, 2008

(that's in Windows, not Parallels)
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 3:14 PM on August 22, 2008

You need to get leverage on yourself. That means that you need to create a means of rewarding yourself for doing the right thing, or punishing yourself for doing the wrong thing. The tricky part is that you need to make sure that the reward or punishment are beyond your control (e.g., giving someone a large amount of money on the condition that they give it back to you if and only if you do the right thing).
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 7:39 AM on August 22, 2008

bright lights - matchbox 20
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 9:33 AM on August 21, 2008

Thanks tybeet, but it turns out that there are a lot of quotes about wise men and fools, and my googling didn't yield the one I'm looking for.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 9:00 AM on August 20, 2008

Therapy is pretty simple. Just say what's on your mind. It's the therapist's job to guide the conversation.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 4:33 PM on August 19, 2008

Live in the moment.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 9:53 AM on August 18, 2008

I'm not gonna say that it would be easy for you to lose weight--I don't know your situation. But it's a pretty solid biological fact that if you use more calories than you consume, you'll lose weight. I'd guess that you'd probably have to go a few hundred calories lower to start seeing real results (without exercise, that is). But you absolutely can lose weight simply by eating less.

Of course, I am not your doctor, and this is not medical advice.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 7:10 PM on August 17, 2008

Ontrack Data Recovery
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 2:57 PM on August 17, 2008 marked best answer

If you're confident, self-deprecating humor makes you appear more humble, which is good. If you're not confident, self-deprecating humor makes you look more insecure, which is not good.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 11:45 AM on August 17, 2008

conservative Christianity
evangical Christianity
fundamentalism
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 4:54 AM on August 16, 2008

Text Twist

(click on "Play Web Game")
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 6:08 AM on August 13, 2008

People respect people who respect themselves. Just tell her what's going to happen, unapologetically. What's the alternative?
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 2:44 PM on August 12, 2008

So-called "scripting" languages are well-suited for the tasks you describe: Check out Python or Perl (perl is arguably more powerful, but the syntax is messier).
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 8:28 AM on August 11, 2008

"It is always consoling to think of suicide: in that way one gets through many a bad night."

- Nietzsche
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 5:25 AM on August 11, 2008

Just decide that you're 38, if it makes you feel better. You're right, age is just a meaningless number.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 3:38 AM on August 1, 2008

If you think religion is BS, then pretending to believe in a particular one just to "join the tribe" isn't much an ethical dilemma. So fake it, if it's that important to you. God knows dozens of US politicians have.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 3:59 AM on July 25, 2008

Shave your scrotum with a blade. Seriously, it doesn't hurt. (hint: pull it tight)
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 6:42 PM on July 24, 2008

ashaw: How would you (or Daniel) know we're not trapped in a more complex, yet endless and futile, behavioral loop?
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 1:34 AM on July 22, 2008

We have the luxury of choice- which is the whole point of my question.

No, that's just your assumption. Of course, you can't help yourself. It's just part of your genetic programming. ;)
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 3:04 AM on July 22, 2008

Have you tried asking AT&T?
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 8:51 AM on July 21, 2008

Do you all think it would be better to just go the straight apology route, or to also point out how I feel about the fee being usurious? What burns me up the most about this is that if I had overdrawn on one transaction by $1000, I'd have gotten a $36 fee, but overdrawing by $200 with four transactions gets me $136. If I'd have gotten a pack of gum for $0.99, I would have gotten hit with another $36. That's just straight up ridiculous.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 9:44 AM on July 18, 2008

Try "missed connections" on craigslist.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 7:11 PM on July 17, 2008

Your questions (this and previous ones) follow a pattern that I recognize. I think you know what you want, know what would make you happy, but are afraid to go after it. Think about that. Why can't you go get what you want? Why can't you just take it? Being comfortable means being happy, and having or going after what you want.

PM me if this makes no sense.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 9:45 AM on July 16, 2008

Tippi Hedron for The Birds
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 8:39 AM on July 15, 2008

The answer depends on what your goals are. Basically, what did you do today that contributes in any concrete way towards achieving one of your goals?
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 5:07 PM on July 14, 2008

If the subjective value of having something for X months is greater than the interest paid for X months, then using a credit card is a good decision.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 3:46 PM on July 13, 2008

Don't be clever. Just act like it's not a big deal, and be polite. If it's true that you don't care about being fired, then just act naturally. I like LoriFLA's suggestions.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 8:47 AM on July 13, 2008

You will be a rock star. IT departments are like all-boys high schools. It definitely will not be "no nonsense, head down, get to work." There will be lots of goofing off. And many references to The Family Guy, The Simpsons, and Slashdot. But if you're not good at your job--or exceptionally good-looking--they'll turn on you.
posted to Ask Metafilter by mpls2 at 8:06 AM on July 13, 2008