The advice thread for random problems #6

[Snippysnips]

Not sure what phone you have but mine has digital wellbeing tools in settings already and that has time spent on apps and you can set limits. I've also used an app called block where you can set blocks to come on at certain time, for a certain time period, and specific apps. Might be worth doing though I know you said you don't want to block stuff, but it lets you unblock it, it's just a bit more effort, with some of the apps you need to restart your phone.

Instagram also has limits where it will give you a reminder when you pass it, though you can choose to ignore the limit for the day

I have to say the only thing that works for me though is leaving my phone out of reach, in another room or if I'm in bed somewhere where I need to get up to get it

It's a Google pixel I have, but am due a upgrade, what phone do you have that offers this as I don't believe mine does

Honestly if there was an app out there that said you've been on FB for a hour so get off your a, that would be great lol

I'll look at insta as well for limiting my time on it, I try to keep myself busy outside of work with crafts but I just find myself going back to my phone an its a habit I really want to kick, I did try at night leaving my phone downstairs when I went to bed but have found myself taking it back up again, the only reason I keep it close during the day is because someone is always looking for something or needing something (a work colleague snapped the key in the door at work an freaked out) so I prefer it for calls or texts to be where I can hear it

 

[Mamacita]

It's a Google pixel I have, but am due a upgrade, what phone do you have that offers this as I don't believe mine does

Honestly if there was an app out there that said you've been on FB for a hour so get off your a, that would be great lol

I'll look at insta as well for limiting my time on it, I try to keep myself busy outside of work with crafts but I just find myself going back to my phone an its a habit I really want to kick, I did try at night leaving my phone downstairs when I went to bed but have found myself taking it back up again, the only reason I keep it close during the day is because someone is always looking for something or needing something (a work colleague snapped the key in the door at work an freaked out) so I prefer it for calls or texts to be where I can hear it

It's called digital wellbeing tools, I have a Sony phone but I would think most of the newer android phones would have the same. There are plenty apps like that though if you don't have it. Actually the 'Block' app I mentioned does that too and pretty sure you can set up time limits for each app specifically

 

[Snippysnips]

It's called digital wellbeing tools, I have a Sony phone but I would think most of the newer android phones would have the same. There are plenty apps like that though if you don't have it. Actually the 'Block' app I mentioned does that too and pretty sure you can set up time limits for each app specifically

Thanks I'll take a look at them, they could maybe help me also be a bit organised as well

 

[Thank(space)you]

Any exam tips? Haven't taken any exams since uni and I've got a pretty big one coming up at work and now starting to tit myself a little bit I am passing the mocks though so

 

[OnlyHereForTheLolz]

[May be TMI for some]

On Saturday evening, I started experiencing cramping in on the left side of my pelvis. I didn’t think much of it as I usually get minor ovulation cramps which go away after a day or two.

However, this time, the pain has gotten progressively worse as time went on. It’s so painful to the point where it’s all I think about and I can barely walk. I took some ibuprofen but it only reduces the pain for an hour or so only for it to come back again.

I normally don’t even experience period cramps, so I’m literally confused as to why ovulation cramps would come out of nowhere like this.

I’m not sure if it’s a random occurrence or a ruptured cyst but it’s really debilitating. Has anyone experienced this before?

Tbh you need to see a GP and not ask health advice on here.
However it could be diverticulitus, I was diagnosed a few years ago, and it can cause bad pain on the left side.
It’s normally something you get if you struggle with constipation

 

[littlepup]

I wasn’t asking for health advice but merely if anyone has experienced something similar.

I will see a GP but I usually don’t rush to see them at the first sign of pain. I’m waiting to see if it stops by tomorrow, if not, I will go.

Is it only on the left? If it started left but it’s spread to the middle/right, it could be your appendix and would be an emergency.

 

[Thank(space)you]

[May be TMI for some]

On Saturday evening, I started experiencing cramping in on the left side of my pelvis. I didn’t think much of it as I usually get minor ovulation cramps which go away after a day or two.

However, this time, the pain has gotten progressively worse as time went on. It’s so painful to the point where it’s all I think about and I can barely walk. I took some ibuprofen but it only reduces the pain for an hour or so only for it to come back again.

I normally don’t even experience period cramps, so I’m literally confused as to why ovulation cramps would come out of nowhere like this.

I’m not sure if it’s a random occurrence or a ruptured cyst but it’s really debilitating. Has anyone experienced this before?

I get this, but not so severe. I have cysts on my ovaries which do occasionally burst so put it down to that.
Someone at work had it and went to a&e & was diagnosed with mittleschmertz

 

[aouc23]

[May be TMI for some]

On Saturday evening, I started experiencing cramping in on the left side of my pelvis. I didn’t think much of it as I usually get minor ovulation cramps which go away after a day or two.

However, this time, the pain has gotten progressively worse as time went on. It’s so painful to the point where it’s all I think about and I can barely walk. I took some ibuprofen but it only reduces the pain for an hour or so only for it to come back again.

I normally don’t even experience period cramps, so I’m literally confused as to why ovulation cramps would come out of nowhere like this.

I’m not sure if it’s a random occurrence or a ruptured cyst but it’s really debilitating. Has anyone experienced this before?

do you have the copper coil fitted? I experience something similar but have been told after tests it’s likely that my body just no longer agrees with the coil. Area of pain is largely the pelvis area also. The only tests were visual to check the coil is in the right place and a scan which didn’t show anything.. not sure if there’s other ways to diagnose a potential condition?

 

[yogiessexdubs]

Has anyone ever ordered something not I the wrong address? I’ve stupidly ordered something to the wrong address, I’m too far away to ‘pop around’ there to speak to the new resident.
Store isn’t particularly helpful. Is there anything that I can do?
Many thanks

 

[littlepup]

Has anyone ever ordered something not I the wrong address? I’ve stupidly ordered something to the wrong address, I’m too far away to ‘pop around’ there to speak to the new resident.
Store isn’t particularly helpful. Is there anything that I can do?
Many thanks

Sometimes when the tracking details are issued you can go in and set a diversion?

 

[yogiessexdubs]

Sometimes when the tracking details are issued you can go in and set a diversion?

Thank you, that’s what I’m hoping!

 

[chickhicks86]

Has anyone ever ordered something not I the wrong address? I’ve stupidly ordered something to the wrong address, I’m too far away to ‘pop around’ there to speak to the new resident.
Store isn’t particularly helpful. Is there anything that I can do?
Many thanks

Could you get in touch with the landlord or estate agent of your previous address to see if they'd kindly pass on your contact details to the new owners / residents?

 

[yogiessexdubs]

Could you get in touch with the landlord or estate agent of your previous address to see if they'd kindly pass on your contact details to the new owners / residents?

I don’t think it’s possible, I lived there many years ago ..

 

[cowtastrophe]

I would, personally. It could be intimidating for an older person opening the door to someone they don’t know and thinking they’re asking for money.

 

[OnlyHereForTheLolz]

Something really weird just happened.

I live in a gated complex on my own. No one has ever bothered me in 4 years. Most people who live here are young professionals. I’ve never seen a single family with kids but again, I don’t know everyone in this building.

Around 6pm today, I heard a knock on my door. I opened the door and there was a woman standing against the wall with her child. The woman immediately gave me chills down my spine. She looked a bit haggard almost strung on something.

The child is the one who knocked at the dirt. When I said ‘What is this’, the woman told the child ‘go on’. So the child shows me some random Santa’s list to fill in and hands it to me. I said ‘Ok’ and I close the door.

I went to my living room and I thought the child and the woman were gone. Then the kid runs back to my door and the woman says to him ‘we’ll come back tomorrow’.

It was really weird. I’ve never seen this in my building. They didn’t ask for money, but the woman clearly comes from a rough area. She was wearing a track suit and home slippers. The child was in PJs. I’ve never seen them in the building ever.

I don’t know if they knocked at any other door on my floor as I didn’t hear anything but I find this all too weird and wonder if I should report it to security?

I would ask a couple of neighbours if they had them knocking as well and then I would report it to your security/management.

 

[Thank(space)you]

Something really weird just happened.

I live in a gated complex on my own. No one has ever bothered me in 4 years. Most people who live here are young professionals. I’ve never seen a single family with kids but again, I don’t know everyone in this building.

Around 6pm today, I heard a knock on my door. I opened the door and there was a woman standing against the wall with her child. The woman immediately gave me chills down my spine. She looked a bit haggard almost strung on something.

The child is the one who knocked at the dirt. When I said ‘What is this’, the woman told the child ‘go on’. So the child shows me some random Santa’s list to fill in and hands it to me. I said ‘Ok’ and I close the door.

I went to my living room and I thought the child and the woman were gone. Then the kid runs back to my door and the woman says to him ‘we’ll come back tomorrow’.

It was really weird. I’ve never seen this in my building. They didn’t ask for money, but the woman clearly comes from a rough area. She was wearing a track suit and home slippers. The child was in PJs. I’ve never seen them in the building ever.

I don’t know if they knocked at any other door on my floor as I didn’t hear anything but I find this all too weird and wonder if I should report it to security?

It could be a scam - definitely wouldn't give them anything and I would report it.

 

[Pesky Tarian]

I ended up reporting them. The security said they didn’t hear of anyone officially selling Christmas cards / lists around the building. They apologized but I’m definitely keeping an eye on this. As a female living on my own, having someone sketchy potentially identifying my apartment in a secure complex is a bit worrisome. I didn’t sleep all night because the mother seemed like an absolute junkie on something.

I think you did the right thing. Although if they are anything like the security at where I work they will be next to useless. The guy on the desk was letting randoms in to "use the loo" and they were having strip washes in the ladies sinks .

Can you get a no cold callers sign for your door or a faux cctv in operation sticker?. Hoping it was a one off and you can settle .

 

[TheGlossy]

I just found the form the kid was handing over to me. It’s an ‘Elf Report’ but it says ‘the Elf watched you’ which in my opinion makes the whole thing beyond creepy.

I know that Elf on the shelf is a tradition but still. They ordered it off of Amazon for €2.50 but I’m beyond confused as to what this is about. At least if you want to look somewhat legit, sell cards. This is weird.

 

[Jas28]

I just found the form the kid was handing over to me. It’s an ‘Elf Report’ but it says ‘the Elf watched you’ which in my opinion makes the whole thing beyond creepy.

I know that Elf on the shelf is a tradition but still. They ordered it off of Amazon for €2.50 but I’m beyond confused as to what this is about. At least if you want to look somewhat legit, sell cards. This is weird.

That is very strange. I don’t even open the door unless I’m expecting someone

 

[StrawberryBanana90]

So we’ve received a letter threatening that we have 10 days to buy a tv license or else they’ll send someone round/court summons etc.
How real is this threat? I’m a nervous person so I’m so close to just buying the license for the year to avoid it

we don’t even watch live tv in our house, we just use the streaming apps, I go to my friends to watch bake off etc
They sent a letter once ages ago saying they could tell someone was using iplayer at our address but the only thing I can think of was we logged in on the tv once to check what was on the app and then didn’t watch anything.