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Repulsed by feeling nostalgic
Wistful music and anything else that induces nostalgia have always made me feel sick. I'm curious why this happens and whether other people also experience it. Assuming that the answer to "Am I the only one who..." is always no, I'd like to know if others have written about this response. I'm also interested to know if other people have a similar response to wistful music even if it's not for the same reason. [more inside]
Should I be tipping at this "therapy and conditioning" location?
I wouldn't tip a medical provider, which is what I meant to see. But this location has mixed purposes that are throwing me off. [more inside]
Help me manage the heat of my bed
It’s the hot season where I live and the main bedroom (the coolest room in the house) is around 90F for most of the day. When it’s bed time and I turn the AC on the air cools off quickly enough, but the bedding and in particular the mattress take a minimum of an hour to get to room temperature (generally around 75F). Are there tricks for dealing with this?
Central AC won't come on but "nothing is wrong"
Our problem- central air is turning on very intermittently and getting nowhere near our temp target. Landlord had someone come and look at it yesterday and they said nothing was wrong with it, but it's goddamned hot in here. [more inside]
Why season/condition a new granite mortar and pestle with garlic?
I just bought a new granite mortar and pestle. All the instructions for how to season it that I can find (including the instructions that came with it) describe rinsing it with water then grinding uncooked rice 2-3 times until it finishes white, then a garlic clove then usually salt, pepper, and cumin. But I can't find out any information on why - what is the function of everything after the rice? [more inside]
Do I Really Need To Use The Back Grill of My A/C?
I just bought a new Frigidaire air conditioner, model FFTA103WA1. It is through the wall, not window, but we put it in a window -- without the back grill. [more inside]
Help me tame my knotty/naughty hair!
I am looking for suggestions on how to make my hair not so knotty. I would like to be able to run my fingers or brush through it without continually hitting snags. [more inside]
How to jury-rig a window AC to work well with a window that's too small?
I've discovered my new window is just a bit too narrow for my air conditioner. Please help me make an insulated tent (or something?) to keep hot air venting outward safely and (relatively) efficiently. [more inside]
Can my cat eat this?
I would not have this problem at an ASHRAE convention!
How long does my Landlord have to fix the central AC. [more inside]
This is why I can't have nice things
I wear things out fast. Things like coats, backpacks, shoes. How do I prolong the lives of my belongings? Also-- is it possible to get a coat with underarm holes mended? [more inside]
Being kind to my cranky knee
I have the beginnings of knee pain and instability that's not doctor-worthy yet. Patellar tendon area. What's going on mechanically and how can I help it recover? [more inside]
Beliefs about "what should be" leads to beliefs about "what is"?
Is there any academic argument or scientific evidence that what people believe about "what should be" leads them to develop underlying beliefs about "what is" in reality? A kind of worldview conditioning?
Conceptually, this would be an inversion of the naturalistic fallacy (which goes from "what is" to "what ought"). Does such a thing happen?
How wet is too wet for a basement carpet?
The basement floor drain where condensation from my AC unit drains backed up, leading to a minor leak which soaked a small section of carpet (maybe 50 sq feet). I'm guessing it was 4-8 gallons of water total that leaked, and that it had been wet 24-36 hours before we noticed. The back up now is fixed. I've got every fan in the house blowing on the area of carpet. Do I need to do anything else? I'm thinking I don't need professional help given the amount of water and that a few days of the fans blowing in that corner of the basement will dry it out without permanent damage.
How can I change my relationship with spending?
I want to become one of those people who dislikes buying things and enjoys saving. I'm a real spendthrift right now, but I'd really like to shift my thinking so that paying bills and saving money create pleasure, and buying things other than those expenses creates discomfort or boredom.
Currently, going out shopping will get me out of the house when nothing else will, even if it's "shopping" for cleaning supplies and I only spend ten dollars. I get a sense of relief when I make purchases and then the pleasure of looking at, say, those shiny bright new bottles of household cleaner and sponges, even though I don't neccessarily need them is pleasurable. I also feel like I have achoeved or accomplished something when I buy stuff... [more inside]
Strength and Conditioning for a nearly 10-year-old?
[KidsSportTraining/StrengtheningFilter]My son has been asked to play "up" an age division in soccer (football). He is excited about this, but a little nervous about some things... [more inside]
Seeking a Personal Trainer on the Move!
Help me think of ways to "work-out"/be physical in the backseat of a moving vehicle! (Unfortunately, the obvious response of "SEX!" is very much not an option in this case...) [more inside]
He needs to cool off fast!
Need help finding the right air conditioner. My son cannot find a window unit for his apartment - the window is a bizarre 15.25" wide, 11" high. According to calculations, he should need something that pushes out no more than 6,000 BTUs, but his current portable is rated at 8,000 BTUs and is still not cooling off the room. The brand name is "Roam-Air" an older machine my husband took from a building that was closing down. My son lives in Queens and it's HOT....any suggestions?
AC unit for narrow windows?
How to cool a medium-sized room with extra narrow windows? We have heavy curtains and a ceiling fan already, but we'd like to know about our temporary ac options. [more inside]
Blowing Hot Air About Cold Air
Blowing Hot Air About Cold Air: Reviews of portable air conditioning units are rather vague about how loud they are. There are a few that advertise "library quiet", but I'm not so sure. Does anyone have experience with one of these machines? I need a QUIET one. If I could get down to half the volume of a window unit, I'd be very happy.
Hold on while I catch my breath
Conditioning, Stamina, Endurance...5k in 30 days! [more inside]
Twenty-Four Non-Italian Songs and Non-Arias
What do non-classically trained singers do for vocal warm-ups and conditioning? Looking for information on how untrained pop, rock, and jazz singers practice and keep their voices in good shape. [more inside]
Is it possible to make significant cardio gains in ten minutes per day or less?
Help me understand how physical conditioning works. Isn't eight minutes a day enough? [more inside]
Weight training equipment and advice for a pre-teen athlete
Weight training equipment and advice for a pre-teen athlete? [more inside]
Can I get Mass Save Rebate for self-installed AC?
As part of the Mass Save program, is it possible to install a split-system AC myself (as a homeowner) and get the $500 rebate? [more inside]
HVAC experts! I want a cool, dry basement home theater / jam room!
HVAC experts! I want a cool, dry basement home theater / jam room! [more inside]
How Efficient Is A/C AT Removing Heat
Say I run a 1000W oven in an air-conditioned home for 1 hour (using in the process 1kWh). How much power does a typical home A/C system require to remove the heat generated, all else being equal? [more inside]
How can I make my curly hair fabulous for cheap (and how do I embrace it)?
Hair Filter: Help a grad student living frugally to make her curly hair fabulous. Moral support for going curly would also be appreciated! [more inside]
Need honest Air Conditioning Company in Naples, Florida
Looking for honest and reputable Air Conditioning company in Naples, Florida, that will not take advantage of my elderly mother. [more inside]
What are perspectives on Behaviorism
How does the world view Behavioral Psychology? I keep getting conflicting viewpoints on how mainstream or accepted it is. I am currently a student of Organizational Behavior Management, and even from the professors and students do I get different perspectives on how the world sees Behaviorism. [more inside]
Level up, Super Me 3
I want to gamify (see Gamification) my current fitness routines. Tell me what tools to use and suggestions for fun times! [more inside]
Psychological Conditioning in the Real World
What are some practical ways to implement classical and operant conditioning in the real world to change people's behaviour? [more inside]
Is smart a/c a smart move?
Smart A/C Saver question. [more inside]
Does Pavlovian conditioning work here?
How likely is the possibility that one would get past an automatic 'ick' reaction by repeated exposure? [more inside]
What are the potential problems, if any, of venting a portable A/C unit into a closet or attic?
What are the potential problems, if any, of venting a portable A/C unit into a closet or attic? [more inside]
Help me stay cool, cheap and green.
Running a room air-conditioner just a few hours a day: Smart or wasteful? [more inside]
Make my knees more robust!
I do a lot of social dancing, and after a long weekend my knees will get sore. I know that it's probably impossible to eliminate the soreness without cutting back on the amount of time I'm out dancing, but I'd like to do some conditioning exercises to build up my knees' ability to withstand that kind of use. You are not my physical therapist; having said that, what sort of exercises should I be trying, and how can I calibrate the intensity level of the exercises so that I am strengthening the knees without overexerting them? [more inside]
Curious Yoga Novice Seeks Guidance
Tips, advice, recommendations, insight, cautions, suggestions and matters unforeseen concerning the addition of yoga to my fitness regimen. [more inside]
My filter is getting crapped out
Is genuine best in with the Aprilaire Whole-Home Air Cleaner?I am having trouble sussing out what is best for our situation. I might just have a general air flow issue. [more inside]
Underpowered A/C
Other experiences with under-powered A/C in Subarus? [more inside]
An air conditioner thru my wall?
Thinking of putting our bedroom window air conditioner in the wall... bad idea? [more inside]
It's too darn hot. How to cool off my studio apartment?
How can I cool off my NY studio apartment this summer? Our building has central air conditioning, and while it's cold enough when I sit right next to the unit, the rest of the apartment gets boiling hot. During today's heat wave, when it was 82 outside, a thermometer sitting on the unit read 70 degrees. On the other side of the room, it was more like 75, and on the other side of of the apartment, almost 80. The building doesn't allow window air conditioners. This is making living here really uncomfortable -- what else can I do to cool this place off? [more inside]
How does conditioning work in sports?
Uh oh! He's "out of gas"! How does conditioning work in sports like MMA and boxing? [more inside]
My car vents stink. How can I get rid of the smell?
My car vents stink. How can I get rid of the smell? [more inside]
How do I insulate my windows?
What is the best (most cost effective way) to insulate my apartment windows? [more inside]
Air conditioning the outdoors?
Are gas station forecourts really air conditioned in some places in the USA? [more inside]
Help with hot summer nights.
Why is my bedroom consistently 10 degrees warmer than the rest of the house, and what can I do to cool it off? [more inside]
Weird sound in my car's AC
When I turn on my air conditioning in my car (or any source of air; like the heat, etc.) I can hear a flapping sound, like a plastic bag or something. I'm wondering if anyone knows what that might be caused by, how to fix, where to look, or who to ask. Thanks!
Stopping the steam from coming out of my cars air conditioning
I have a 1999 Volvo S70. I was driving yesterday when foul smelling steam started coming out of the air conditioning vents and also from underneath the ashtray. My coolant level was very low (the reservoir was empty), and I added a whole gallon of coolant but it did not stay in the reservoir. Is my coolant pooling somewhere bad or do I just need to add more? Also is it possible to remove a fuse or something so my air conditioning won't turn on at all until I can take it in to get fixed? As it is now, steam starts coming out of the vents after about five minutes of driving. [more inside]
It's 98 outside and the A/C just went belly up!
Our home A/C unit is dying. What next?
The other day we came home and our house was 86 inside even though we had the therm set for 75. We called our normal a/c guy and and he came out and said that the main unit which normally holds 6 pounds of freon, only had 2 in it. He suspects a leak in the main coil. [more inside]
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