Not sure if this is 100% scientifically backed but I read a bit by a dental hygienist on a forum that you shouldn’t rinse when brushing with proper toothpaste because it can help remineralize the teeth if when its not rinsed away after...
This is for all my floss-averse people out there: put floss plackers in your car. I floss way more this way than in front of my sink. Yes, not optimal dental hygiene but there’s just something that just clicks in my head and makes me want to do it when driving around vs literally any other time.
Yep, while driving, stopped, or parked and trapped in the car with whatever task is involved in the commute. I keep a little trash container in the car for normal trash and just chuck the placker in there when done.
I do the xylitol gum! I think countries in asia regularly markets this as part of good dental hygiene for those reasons you listed. Some of the gum containers advertise, white healthy teeth. Not sure why the US doesn’t promote xylitol gum more.
Looking to upgrade from a Ninja 650R - had both of these bikes as my top picks and trying to get some opinions on both bikes as far as value, comfort, quirks, etc.
Thanks for all the advice and infos - super helpful! I looked at both the 600 and 750 this weekend and the price difference was not much, about $1k difference with a tradeoff in performance. The weight of the 750 surprised me as well.
I think 600s have been a dream of mine for a while so it’s been a nice unfolding of events to be considering a bigger i4 and one that I can sit on comfortably as I’m vertically challenged. I read somewhere that the gsxr750 has the best ergos for supersport because of that low seat height - might be a turn off for some who want a more aggressive lean forward position, but I’m all about comfort once no one is looking lol.
I love bridges. If I see a cool looking bridge, I want to cross it, especially if it goes somewhere that I’m not familiar with. Same with stairs outdoors. They feel like an adventure to me.
Inclement weather. Any kind really but the bigger, the better. Snow flurries, a really big thunderstorm, howling wind - I turn 5 years old again every time. Just overcome with excitement and fear and awe.
You could turn invisibility on and off as you like and there would be no time limit. Your clothes would turn invisible too, and you could decide whether the items you are holding would be visible or not....
I think this depends on what invisible means. Does it mean no detectable signature - IR/thermal, scent, sound, etc.? Or just not on the visible light spectrum for humans? If not detectable at all, I think it would hold greater value for information gathering and have a lot of useful applications in hostage and other criminal situations, as well as state security through a very useful means of tradecraft. All that’s out the door if a couple of rottweilers can sniff me out though.
It’s a bit of a monkey’s paw question as having either power puts a huge burden of secrecy as well as the threat of danger on yourself and whomever you choose to share knowledge of it that with.
Usually it’s culture that’s not their own, from a position of expertise. Theres a fairly good chance of putting out some really bad info and it can also come off as racially or culturally insensitive - which I want no part of. Extra cringe when it’s your own culture that they’re talking about and you’re put in that awkward position of having to do an ackchyually…
I watched my dad fall into depression after retirement. The same for a family friend who was able to retire early in their 40’s. I think a lot of people only plan for the financial side of retirement and don’t plan for post-retirement hobbies and activities. It took these 2 people’s examples to open my eyes a bit and start planning for a heavy hobbying which will also look different from light hobbying where you are still committed to other things like work and raising a family.
One of mine is when I finish wrapping my hair up tightly in the towel to dry after washing, I whack the towel where it’s tucked in, kind of like encouragement to stay tucked for the duration, kinda like a coach does when sending the kids onto the playing field.
During the cold season, I will give all metal door knobs and door handles a little whack first with my hand before grabbing. I hate the static shock that may or may not be waiting and the whack absorbs it in a way I can anticipate it.
I thought this would be more common but I don’t really see anyone else doing it.
Yep that’s exactly the thought process behind it lol. I’ve walked into and out of a couple interviews doing this because the alternative is usually the hand recoil plus an “ow fuck”.
I’m laid up right now and I’m an anxious mess. I’m worried about finances and now my car. My mom said the engine sounded funny when she brought it over to her place, where I’m staying....
Not with a broken leg and ankle but I’ve been overcome before by situations like this. I know there’s a lot of advice in here already to manage the anxiety, but here’s a few things you can actually do:
Make a list. Write down everything that needs to be taken care of. Pets, bills, work, rent, school work…just write down everything that comes to mind. Write down deadlines and where you are going to come short.
If you are not on heavy pain meds, start communicating. There’s a good chance that some deadlines can be pushed back, work can find you extra hours, friends and family can spot you. Even creditors may be willing to help. You have a situation that is entirely provable with hospital records.
Depending on your life situation, you may be able to find government resources, charity groups, etc. Just by calling around you could find a connection inadvertently that can help. I found pro bono legal services once when an someone tried to sue me because a charity group i called knew someone from another group.
Adjust your list and prioritize what needs to be done first. I think just putting things down on paper/word doc takes a lot of burden off your mind. You know you won’t forget what needs to be done and it helps to have all the info in front of you when you need to communicate.
Sudoku. Optional, but highly advocate that or some kind of problem solving game.
I think this is awesome. I have some relatives in Texas and their kids are gearing up for college. Texas A&M offers the top 10% of a high-school class guaranteed admission so these kids have guaranteed admission there because their academic scores are high. They’ve told me that they feel so much relief that they have essentially a safety net in the form of a good school that’s ready to take them as they apply around.
Hawaii has a non-mainland, dont-look-like-you’re-trying-too-hard kind of vibe. Business people don’t wear full suits downtown. You’re not even supposed to show up at the interview in a suit or you’ll look off. Unfortunately this crosses over into motorcycle safety. So if you ride all geared up, you’ll look like you’re…not from Hawaii.
Island infrastructure is also pretty delicate. Traffic can be frequently gridlock and unpredictable. There’s been a few cases where a traffic incident shut the entire island down for most of the day. Add that it’s hot most of the year and you get tank top riders.
Most island residents, probably most of the ones you see riding, don’t have high incomes and Hawaii is one of the most expensive states to live in. Gear is expensive. And they got that bike from their cousin.
What are your dental hygiene tips and hacks
Not sure if this is 100% scientifically backed but I read a bit by a dental hygienist on a forum that you shouldn’t rinse when brushing with proper toothpaste because it can help remineralize the teeth if when its not rinsed away after...
GSXR600 or GSXR750?
Looking to upgrade from a Ninja 650R - had both of these bikes as my top picks and trying to get some opinions on both bikes as far as value, comfort, quirks, etc.
We buy it, we try it. (lemmy.world)
The Battle of the Ovaries (lemmy.world)
As an adult, what seemingly childish things do you get excited about?
I love bridges. If I see a cool looking bridge, I want to cross it, especially if it goes somewhere that I’m not familiar with. Same with stairs outdoors. They feel like an adventure to me.
Would you choose invisibility or teleportation?
You could turn invisibility on and off as you like and there would be no time limit. Your clothes would turn invisible too, and you could decide whether the items you are holding would be visible or not....
Choose wisely! (i.imgur.com)
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When a employee training video goes insane (youtu.be)
Excluding the obvious ones such as politics, what topics can't you stand listening to people talk about?
For me it’s detailed describtions about people’s dreams....
Reserved For Motorcycle Parking (i.imgur.com)
Pop’s Coffee shop is part of the Triumph shop in Roswell, GA just north of Atlanta in the US. It’s pretty cool.
It's called Prada for elves. (lemmy.world)
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The joys of being alone all the time (lemmy.world)
Cat shaming (startrek.website)
Important PSA! (lemmy.world)
What's your weird physical habit?
One of mine is when I finish wrapping my hair up tightly in the towel to dry after washing, I whack the towel where it’s tucked in, kind of like encouragement to stay tucked for the duration, kinda like a coach does when sending the kids onto the playing field.
How can a naturally anxious person keep from worrying while laid up in bed with a broken ankle and leg?
I’m laid up right now and I’m an anxious mess. I’m worried about finances and now my car. My mom said the engine sounded funny when she brought it over to her place, where I’m staying....
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Hawaii.... King of the squids?
Took the family to Hawaii, after a day or two I saw only one rider in full gear....