Recent questions tagged change

Description : Is it unreasonable to think I shouldn't have to be the only one to change how I do things?

Last Answer : I had an issue at my grandma's house for Christmas. The kids were yelling and having fun, but being loud. The TV was on, people were talking, and my brother was playing his guitar. It was all too much. ... I need to tough it out but why can't I also be given a break and given some assistance?

Description : Can high impact physical activity change settings on the Apple Watch?

Last Answer : It is possible, that because it is a touch screen, you are touching things and activating/turning stuff off without realizing. I have done similar to my smart watch.

Description : How do I change my profile picture on my phone account?

Last Answer : I don’t have my phone handy to be precise but if you scroll down to the bottom of the home page there should be two options: mobile and desktop. Click on desktop. You can access the option there.

Description : Are you going to Track Trump?

Last Answer : answer:Part of me wants to, but honestly, any sustained amount of attention to politics effect me negatively. I do not need the stress quite frankly. I'd rather put my energies into more positive endevours. I ... him do a good job for all, but I have very little hope based on his actions thus far.

Description : [Science and the world of tomorrow] Earth tilts to 34 deg. By some fluke, how does life on Earth change for good or bad?

Last Answer : Half of Scotland and Half of Canada would be within the Arctic Circle. The seasons would be much more pronounced with colder winters and hotter summers. The closer you got to the equator the less you ... storms and they would be more powerful. It wouldn't be good for mankind but we would survive.

Description : What do you hope the next President will do to make your America better?

Last Answer : answer:I hope the next president will help peace in the world (tall order I know) and will really look at lowering healthcare prices by analyzing where all the money is going and being taken. I ... climate has made it almost impossible. Hate and anger are rewarded right now. It makes me sick.

Description : Has anyone tried to change you, or you them?

Last Answer : In my youth it was always women, strong women accustomed to getting their way. Back then I seemed to attract “dragon ladies”, and some of them were rather fierce.

Description : In do not disturb mode, I notice the moon symbol at the top of the ipad disappears when I exit an app. What does this mean?

Last Answer : answer:The “Do Not Disturb” mode is on. It is only on while you are in an app, when you leave the app it turns off “Do Not Disturb” mode.

Description : What short term goal do you want to put out there so you stick to it?

Last Answer : I will park a car in my garage for the first time in eight years by Christmas.

Description : How far does someone have to push before you walk away?

Last Answer : answer:I am sorry for your loss. Obviously this was a difficult and painful decision for you. It is sad that politics and self-interest ruined what appears to be a worthy cause. You are a ... your skills. In my work life I have changed projects because the leader wasn't someone I respected.

Description : Do you change your pants after getting home because "it's dirty outside"? How about changing pants before going to bed?

Last Answer : I just wear my jeans and she said no matter what pants I’m wearing, I’m not allowed to go to bed with the pants which I wear when I’m outside. She even ask me to change them as soon as I get home. Is that normal?

Description : Why does it take so long for the midwest to respond to change?

Last Answer : answer:How do you know that NYC and SF are not experiencing an accelerated rate of decadence? Answer; You don’t. But it is certainly possible. So why make an assumption that has about a 50% chance of being correct?

Description : When was the last time you were wrong?

Last Answer : I was wrong when I thought my older son shouldn’t change his major from literature to computer science. Luckily, I didn’t resist his switch – it was obviously his decision to make – and now he works for Google in Paris.

Description : If you were able to change anything you want with the snap of a finger, what would it be?

Last Answer : I would make all bad people disappear.

Description : What small, seemingly unimportant change has improved your life lately?

Last Answer : I put my clock radio in my kitchen, and the buzzing sound is gone.

Description : What are your thoughts on Common Core Math?

Last Answer : answer:This is what happens when you design a curriculum around theory and testing instead of practice and pedagogy. Mathematical theory is very interesting, but there's a reason we don't teach it until the ... a numbers game (particularly not if we keep thinking of it as a short-term numbers game).

Description : On what issue will we see the next rapid shift in public opinion?

Last Answer : Obama Care. As more and more people are helped by it, the more public opinion will sway into its favour. It is already happening.

Description : What moments in your life have resulted in the most personal change?

Last Answer : I feel like being really gross but I won’t go there.

Description : What can I do to turn my life around? Did you start your life after 30?

Last Answer : answer:I had this at 40, and I took the opportunity to travel the US from coast to coast and at least visit Canada and Mexico briefly. I got to see the Grand Canyon, Hawaii and Niagara Falls. I wish ... All it really takes for adventure is time, a car, and enough money for a couple of tanks of gas.

Description : If you were given a chance to restart this life, what would you change?

Last Answer : I now think I wouldn’t have married the person I did. Yes, I wouldn’t have had these wonderful children but presumably I would have had different ones. But it is and was what it was…....

Description : Does any one desire to comment on the Affordable Healthcare Act and Obama's speech?

Last Answer : I would like to comment! I have no idea but I lived there before Obamacare and it was bad, So, I think it’s gonna take time to iron it out people!! Gah give it a chance, it’s a brand new thing!!

Description : How did you come up with your signature?

Last Answer : I haven’t changed my signature ever. It’s naturally evolved to what it is, and that’s nothing remarkable.

Description : What is up with Rick's (my husband's) WWF game and the user names changing?

Last Answer : answer:I only play Words With Friends via the iPhone app and I don't have it linked to my FB account, and the usernames have been correct this morning. My username is Hearkat, if anyone wants to start ... . If your WWF name is different than your Fluther name, please let me know who you are Thanks!

Description : What issues have you changed your opinion on and why?

Last Answer : Well, yeah. God.

Description : That is not me?

Last Answer : I had missed a meeting without notice and had to apologize. I said those exact words as I explained my lapse. The leader agreed and I was forgiven. I’m usually very responsible but was distracted by circumstances. I’m still distracted, but trying hard not to have it affect others.

Description : What are the benefits and dangers of always being politically correct?

Last Answer : answer:I think it should be politically incorrect to say white trash. That is definitely racist, but probably acceptable because it is directed against white people instead of a minority. Which ... learn from their experience. Way too much pussyfooting around and it does no favors to anyone.

Description : How have you dealt with balding?

Last Answer : I am going to have to do something I guess. I have had my hair in a braid for over 30 years now and am balding in the back (or so I am told). I am getting grief about using my long ... off when the receding hairline meets the balding spot. Until then, everyone else can deal with it as best they can.

Description : Where did you learn your critical thinking skills?

Last Answer : I lived in a arranged family that helped. I was always in survivor mode. But also my jobs and studying my degree helped too.

Description : What's so terrible about a New World Order?

Last Answer : The only bad part is no one can agree on what the NWO should be.

Description : If you could do what you wanted with your life, what would you do?

Last Answer : answer:I am enjoying what I do for my life now. I love my home and the people who share it with me, and I am fulfilled in my vocation of over twenty years. If I had no ... natural wonders and ancient places to see how those who preceded us by many generations lived and left their mark.

Description : How are you impacted by the changing seasons?

Last Answer : Same as you, I love it. I washed all my blankets and comforters, clean carpets, schedule vacations, go to fall festivals in my area, etc…LOVE IT!

Description : Do you say a daily affirmation?

Last Answer : I do, and everyday I say I will not drink and you are so handsome! At least one out of two is working! :)

Description : Anyone going through a transition phase?

Last Answer : From awesome to extremely awesome.

Description : How can you overcome regret?

Last Answer : answer:Time Just wait until your forget the regret, or you will regret that you didn’t forget the regret

Description : Is it usually women who want to change men rather than the other way around?

Last Answer : That seems like such a subjective question; what kind of evidence are you hoping to get?

Description : If you could have lived in another time period, when would it have been and why?

Last Answer : As a women, the further back I go, the fewer rights I have. So, no thanks.

Description : What can you laugh at now that in the past would have made you mad?

Last Answer : answer:When cellphones first arrived on the scene, it really irritated me for a person to talk so loud, that it interferred with my personal space. I did not want to hear their personal business or domestic ... does not bother me near as much as before. I just turn off my hearing aids and smile.

Description : What sign of spring stirs your heart the most?

Last Answer : Warmer temperatures.

Description : If Fluther required your photo, instead of an avatar, would you oblige?

Last Answer : I would resist. Just to be a pain.

Description : Are there some last names that it seems like people would really want to change?

Last Answer : Ya here there is the second name ‘hoare’..which sucks if you are a woman.

Description : If you had just one or two things to mark a decade in your life, what would they be?

Last Answer : The 1980s – fleeing Azerbaijan. The 1990s – moving to the U.S. The 2000s – 2 marriages, 2 babies, 2 degrees. The 2010s – PhD, another baby (hopefully).

Description : What tasks do you do, that you always said you wouldn't?

Last Answer : Killing bugs. Here I am having to kill an average of 2 roaches a day at work… :/

Description : When was your last epiphany and what was it about?

Last Answer : answer:Not sure if this counts as epiphany, but a couple of years ago I had a rather sudden realization that I was full of shit. I had been developing and holding on to thoughts and ideas for ... nothing. Enjoy this amazing fucking life moment by moment, tom_g, or you might as well be gone already.

Description : If you could go back in time and change things, what would you change about the past week?

Last Answer : Nothing.

Description : What is one bad habit your s/o has that you would like to change?

Last Answer : His chewing tobacco habit. I have concerns about it leading to cancer of the mouth/gums and really don’t want him to have to go through that.

Description : Are plain white wrappers coming for cigarette packs?

Last Answer : It’s all because of Joe Camel and the Budweiser Frogs. They ruined it all!

Description : How do you stop feeling sad about the things you cannot change?

Last Answer : I’ve tried just about everything….. When you find something that works, let me know.

Description : Do you think teens these days are extremely different then from how they were in the past?

Last Answer : Yep. The word “morality” is not being taught to them. Also teens today lack manners and civility. Not all of them, but most do.

Description : What do you want to change in your life?

Last Answer : I would be working a little bit more and making more money.

Description : What's something that you tried recently that is new to you ?

Last Answer : answer:At my age I tend to say ‘been there..done that’. But I know there is something new and exciting I should be trying…just can’t think what it would be right now. . Sooo. I guess I’ll say ask-public is the newest thing I’ve done lately. Nice.