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0:00 Intro
0:03 Todays question
0:10 Carbon monoxide
1:17 Raccoon
2:01 Heart attack
2:46 Travel hack
3:00 Quarters
4:07 Cord blood
4:55 Blood bank
5:22 Good instincts
5:48 Retina
6:12 Straws
7:03 GPS
7:52 Staying home
8:55 Drinking and driving
9:28 Snow chains
10:24 Seatbelt
11:43 Carioca
12:29 Robbed on the highway
"Sneaky Snitch" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) License: CC By Attribution 3.0 - Komedie
I'll never understand why people don't wear seatbelts. If you crash, a seatbelt can literally mean the difference between walking away and leaving in a body bag. These stories show this, multiple times
And for some reason, it is mostly _men_ who acts like wearing a seatbelt is an affront to their masculinity. Like, why?
Because they're either too arrogant for their own good or saw seatbelt related injuries and thought that it was "safer" to go without.
@anthail It is the same thing with small children travelling in a car rear facing. Doing so is way, way safer for a baby or a toddler. In Sweden, kids is rear facing for as long as possible. Bring this up to an American, they start to complain about the kid being cramped or at risk for breaking their legs in a crash.
Except being front facing in a crash can kill a small child. Internal decapitation is no joke...
I'm the only one (excluding the driver since he wears his too) on the shuttle bus that takes me to University that wears the seatbelt(It's only a lap belt but it's better than nothing) and I'm so paranoid on the only bus that doesn't have them. I've had 3 people who have sat next to me ask "Why you wearing that?" and I'm like, "It's better than being thrown through the freaking windshield and dying."
@@Ikajo Same in NZ. I had assumed it would be the same in most first world countries, so am surprised to hear the resistance to it from Americans'.
RSlash just saying "OP, You should've been dead! Well not dead, you should've never been born" would be so hilarious out of context
The Benefits of Yoga
Yoga is a practice that has been around for thousands of years and is still popular worldwide because of the physical and mental benefits it provides. In this essay, we will explore the benefits of yoga, including physical and mental health improvements, stress reduction, and increased flexibility.
Physical Benefits
There are numerous physical benefits of practicing yoga regularly. Yoga can provide an improvement in posture, balance, and strength. Practicing yoga can also help alleviate chronic pain, including back and joint pain, and improve overall physical fitness. Yoga is a low-impact exercise that is beneficial for people of all ages and fitness levels.
Mental Health Benefits
Yoga has been shown to have a positive impact on mental health. Studies have shown that practicing yoga can significantly reduce stress and anxiety levels. Additionally, yoga can help to improve mood, increase focus and concentration, and reduce symptoms of depression. Practicing yoga regularly can also provide a sense of calm and relaxation, leading to a better overall sense of well-being.
Stress Reduction
Yoga is an effective practice for reducing stress levels. Yoga incorporates breathing exercises that can help to calm the mind and reduce anxiety. Additionally, practicing yoga regularly can help individuals develop coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and difficult situations. Yoga is known to release endorphins, which are the body's natural feel-good chemicals, that can help to reduce stress levels.
Increased Flexibility
One of the most significant physical benefits of practicing yoga is improved flexibility. Yoga involves stretching exercises that can help to increase flexibility and range of motion in the body. Increased flexibility can lead to improved posture, reduced risk of injury, and improved athletic performance. Practicing yoga can also help to prevent the stiffening of muscles that occurs naturally as we age.
Incorporating Yoga into Daily Life
Yoga is a practice that can be incorporated into daily life easily. It requires no special equipment, only a yoga mat or a comfortable surface to practice on. Practicing yoga can be done anywhere, including at home, in a yoga studio or gym, and even outside. There are many different types of yoga, including gentle and restorative classes, that can be adapted to different levels of ability or injuries.
In Conclusion
In summary, yoga has numerous physical and mental health benefits, including stress reduction, increased flexibility, and improved mood. Incorporating yoga into daily life can be an easy and effective way to improve overall health and fitness. As such, it is recommended that individuals of all fitness levels and ages try to incorporate yoga into their regular exercise routine. By doing so, they can experience the many benefits that come with a regular yoga practice.
rslash's villain arc
Someone should make YTPs of RSlash if those aren't already a thing
what’s does op stand for?
@@kainz7178 Original Poster
Putting one of your shoes in a safe. Now that's a 1000 IQ move.
It seems like the script got cut off again in your message. Here is the script for Flappy Bird on Unity with correct formatting:
```csharp
using UnityEngine;
using UnityEngine.UI;
public class FlappyBird : MonoBehaviour
{
public float jumpForce = 10f; \/\/ The force applied to the bird when it jumps
public int score = 0; \/\/ The player's current score
public Text scoreText; \/\/ The UI element that displays the score
public AudioSource audioSource; \/\/ The audio source for playing sound effects
public GameObject gameOverPanel; \/\/ The panel that displays when the game is over
private Rigidbody2D rb; \/\/ The rigidbody component of the bird
private Animator animator; \/\/ The animator component of the bird
private bool isDead = false; \/\/ True when the bird is dead (collided with an obstacle)
void Start()
{
rb = GetComponent();
animator = GetComponent();
}
void Update()
{
if (Input.GetKeyDown(KeyCode.Space) && !isDead) \/\/ Jump when the spacebar is pressed
{
rb.velocity = Vector2.up * jumpForce;
animator.SetTrigger("Flap"); \/\/ Play the "Flap" animation
audioSource.Play(); \/\/ Play the jump sound effect
}
}
void OnCollisionEnter2D(Collision2D col)
{
if (col.gameObject.tag == "Obstacle") \/\/ If the bird collides with an obstacle
{
isDead = true;
animator.SetTrigger("Die"); \/\/ Play the "Die" animation
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the death sound effect
gameOverPanel.SetActive(true); \/\/ Show the game over panel
}
}
\/\/ The following function is called when the bird passes a pipe, incrementing the score
public void IncreaseScore()
{
score++;
scoreText.text = "Score: " + score.ToString();
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the score sound effect
}
}
```
Please note that when copying and pasting code, make sure to retain proper indentation and curly braces.
I guess I’m not being overly paranoid when I call my mom’s metal straw “the lobotomizer”
Yeah i don't trust them even with myself, I'd at least jab my arm with it reaching for something. I've even seen them sold made out of glass, who's bright idea was that?
@desperate need of scotch i don't anymore but many people have teeth trouble and running cold drinks along them is not fun. But whatever solution they find, killer straws is not it.
Paper isn't either, how can they make paper plates you can eat soup out of but drink a little carton of chocolate milk and the straw is only a suggestion of one for about 10 minutes.
Plastic/silicone straws or veggie straws only in our family. Sister works as an ER nurse, has had MULTIPLE issues with those damn metal straws in all kinds of places.
THE FUCKING WHAT?
The metal straws basically core the flesh it impales, like you're drilling for oil. good times!
I was gonna say that I'm never going outside again, but hearing all the stories about carbon monoxide makes me afraid of staying indoors too!
Right?!
The Benefits of Yoga
Yoga is a practice that has been around for thousands of years and is still popular worldwide because of the physical and mental benefits it provides. In this essay, we will explore the benefits of yoga, including physical and mental health improvements, stress reduction, and increased flexibility.
Physical Benefits
There are numerous physical benefits of practicing yoga regularly. Yoga can provide an improvement in posture, balance, and strength. Practicing yoga can also help alleviate chronic pain, including back and joint pain, and improve overall physical fitness. Yoga is a low-impact exercise that is beneficial for people of all ages and fitness levels.
Mental Health Benefits
Yoga has been shown to have a positive impact on mental health. Studies have shown that practicing yoga can significantly reduce stress and anxiety levels. Additionally, yoga can help to improve mood, increase focus and concentration, and reduce symptoms of depression. Practicing yoga regularly can also provide a sense of calm and relaxation, leading to a better overall sense of well-being.
Stress Reduction
Yoga is an effective practice for reducing stress levels. Yoga incorporates breathing exercises that can help to calm the mind and reduce anxiety. Additionally, practicing yoga regularly can help individuals develop coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and difficult situations. Yoga is known to release endorphins, which are the body's natural feel-good chemicals, that can help to reduce stress levels.
Increased Flexibility
One of the most significant physical benefits of practicing yoga is improved flexibility. Yoga involves stretching exercises that can help to increase flexibility and range of motion in the body. Increased flexibility can lead to improved posture, reduced risk of injury, and improved athletic performance. Practicing yoga can also help to prevent the stiffening of muscles that occurs naturally as we age.
Incorporating Yoga into Daily Life
Yoga is a practice that can be incorporated into daily life easily. It requires no special equipment, only a yoga mat or a comfortable surface to practice on. Practicing yoga can be done anywhere, including at home, in a yoga studio or gym, and even outside. There are many different types of yoga, including gentle and restorative classes, that can be adapted to different levels of ability or injuries.
In Conclusion
In summary, yoga has numerous physical and mental health benefits, including stress reduction, increased flexibility, and improved mood. Incorporating yoga into daily life can be an easy and effective way to improve overall health and fitness. As such, it is recommended that individuals of all fitness levels and ages try to incorporate yoga into their regular exercise routine. By doing so, they can experience the many benefits that come with a regular yoga practice.
im never gonna exist again
There's a reason why we have CO detectors. CO is odorless, colorless and invisible, but can be very lethal. If your meter goes off, call the fire department, even if it's a false alarm, which is also important because there would be something wrong with the detector and it needs to be fixed. Regardless, when it comes to CO, better to be safe than sorry will always be a life or death situation. No joke!! Again, there's a reason why we have those detectors!!
You can have that even in a wet tent!
You know when someone has a gut feeling that ends up saving a life?
Yep, that's basically this video
This just happened a couple days ago: the wife and I were tending to the chickens in the backyard and we had the dogs outside as well. We come back inside and one of my pits runs inside with drool hanging off his lip. "No big deal, he must've gotten a hold of a nasty bug" I thought. He went and laid down but something didn't seem right about him so I went outside to investigate. I walked around the side of the house and almost stepped on a freshly dead rattlesnake so I rushed him to the vet. It was a small one, but evidently, it dumped all the venom it had into my dog because his platelet count was 0 and his red blood cells were showing signs of damage.
It's been a few days since and with an overnight stay at the vet and antivenin treatment, he's pretty much back to normal.
Many years ago, my sister had her dog, a Lab/Collie mix, piled up on the fenceline. She had gotten bit by a rattlesnake! My sister just happened to be off work that day, fortunately. She rushed the dog to the vet. $300 of antivenon later, she was okay. Her slender muzzle was so swollen she looked like a bulldog. But she was okay, lived for several more years.
Dumping all the venom is actually really common for little snakes like this. They're babies and haven't figured out how to control it yet. It's one of the reasons why a bite from a baby snake is usually worse than an adult.
I'm glad your dog survived!
Thank you for sharing that he’s doing better. Hope this doesn’t happen again, what a terrifying scenario!
Today you are going to simulate a Battle Royale for the world consisting of countries from Europe, Asia, Oceania, North America, and South America. It starts from the year 2024. If the given region is a singular country, then all of that country's states or provenceies become independent and fight each other, if it is a region , then only the countries fighting the region may participate. Each time you respond for the next year. These events should not reflect real-world events unless by chance. The only events that can happen is a : War, Alliance, Rebellion, Pact, extended Pact, disbanded Pact, extended Alliance, and disbanded Alliance. If a war takes place you must name the war, say what counties/states/alliances are involved, and the result of the war. Alliances that haven't been established can't participate in the war. If a country is in an alliance they must come to the aid of the other country if the country is declared war upon. The Alliance lasts 5 years but countries are able to extend it if they want to, If the Alliance must be extended before the 5 years are over and if it so not extended then the Alliance is disbanded. Say when a Alliance is disbanded or extended. The result must be given the same year the event takes place, and one side must win completely. It can not be a draw. Also say how much of the country is annexed. If a country is completely annexed, it will be out of the Battle Royale, if a country is only annexed half way, it can continue. If a country is annexed, say exactly what state/states get annexed. If it is a Pact then make two or more countries sign a pact that stops them from fighting each other. Pacts last 5 years and can be extended if the countries want to, The Pact must be extended on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th year after the Pact is made, If the pact is not extended in that time frame then the Pact is atomaticly disbanded. Say when a Pact is extended or disbanded. When Rebellions occur then certain states or provinces will become independent. Events must happen every year. The Battle Royale lasts until 2050. On the year 2050 name all the surving countries, states, regions, territories, or provencs.
Poor baby!! Hope he gets better soon! Give lots of cuddles for me!
The dad in the second story probably subconsciously heard the mom pass out and his body activated EVERY last ditch survival/protection ability it has, adrenaline, extrating oxygen from the stomach, ignoring the LACK of oxygen, anything and everything to protect his family
Mom probably left the basement door open. She wouldnt close it just to check and it probably let enough oxygen into the basement/ carbon monoxide out.
@@alexanderhenby1362 CO sinks, so doing that won't help much. It's part of what makes CO so dangerous.
@@rh1587 CO does not sink, it has a molecular weigt of 28, exactly the same as N2 in the air. CO2 however does sink as it is much heavier
@@Kot301187 did you just contradict yourself in the same sentence?
@@itzame2127 No, CO is not the same as CO2
I remember one day I was driving home during a thunderstorm, and going by a cloud I thought looked suspiciously like a tail cloud. I decided to turn around and wait it out at a friend's house. Not even 20 minutes later, a tornado touched down exactly on the route I was going on. This event was why I now study weather!
When we lived in KS, Sue the T-Rex was on loan to a museum in Hayes several hours away. It was getting pitch black on the way home and mom was bending the speed limit quite a bit. We found out the next morning that a town we had passed through had been demolished maybe fifteen minutes after we got out.
Grass: An Introduction
Grass is a common plant that is found all over the world, from plains and meadows to hillsides and coastal regions. Grass belongs to the Poaceae family, which includes over 10,000 species. In this essay, we will examine the different types of grass, its growing conditions, its uses, and its importance to the environment.
Types of Grass
There are different types of grass, classified as cool-season or warm-season grasses. Cool-season grasses produce most of their growth in the spring and fall and include Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, and ryegrass. Warm-season grasses grow best in the summer, including Bermuda grass, zoysia grass, and buffalo grass. Some grasses are also classified as annual, perennial, or biennial depending on their growth and life cycle.
Growing Conditions
Grass is one of the most adaptable plants, and it can grow in a wide range of conditions, from rain forests to arid deserts. However, the ideal conditions for growing grass include moderate temperatures, adequate rainfall or irrigation, and well-prepared soil. Grass also requires good drainage and sunlight exposure to thrive.
Uses of Grass
Grass is used for various purposes, including lawn maintenance, landscaping, turfgrass management, and sports fields. Grass is also a source of food for animals and insects, such as cows, horses, sheep, and bees. Additionally, grass has numerous environmental benefits, including water conservation, soil conservation, and carbon sequestration.
Lawn Maintenance
Grass is a popular choice for lawns and is widely used for its aesthetic value. Many homeowners choose grass varieties that are well-suited to their climate and soil conditions. Proper lawn maintenance includes regular mowing, fertilization, and watering. It is also essential to properly control pests and weeds to ensure the health of the grass.
Landscaping
Grass is an essential element in landscaping and is used to create natural-looking environments. Grass can be used for creating borders, paths, and accent plants. Some grasses, such as ornamental grasses, are popular for their visual appeal and texture. Additionally, grass is used for creating erosion control and stormwater management systems.
Turfgrass Management
Grass is used for turfgrass management for its playing surface, durability, and safety. Athletic fields, golf courses, and recreational spaces benefit from well-maintained grass. The quality of the playing surface is determined by the type of grass used, the fertilization and irrigation practices, and pest management. Turfgrass management requires regular maintenance to ensure the safety and playability of the surface.
Feeding Animals
Grass is a primary source of food for many animals, including cows, horses, and sheep. Grazing animals rely on grass for their nutrients, especially in the spring and summer when grass grows most rapidly. Additionally, grass is essential for bees, as they rely on grass pollen for their survival.
Environmental Benefits
Grass has numerous environmental benefits, including water conservation, soil conservation, and carbon sequestration. Grass roots can help reduce soil erosion and runoff, preventing pollutants from entering water sources. Additionally, grass absorbs carbon dioxide, a significant greenhouse gas, from the atmosphere.
Land Restoration
Grass is used for land restoration, especially in areas affected by drought, erosion, or desertification. Grass planting can improve soil stability, reduce water runoff, and restore degraded areas. Additionally, grass planting can promote biodiversity and prevent invasive species from taking over the land.
The Importance of Grass
Grass is an essential component of the natural world, and its importance cannot be overstated. Grass plays a crucial role in the ecology of the planet, providing food and shelter for numerous species of animals and insects. Grass is also important for soil conservation, water conservation, and carbon sequestration. In addition, grass is an essential element in our landscapes and contributes to the quality of our outdoor spaces. As such, it is essential that we care for and preserve our grasslands to ensure the health of our planet.
In conclusion, Grass is a versatile and valuable plant found all over the world. It has a plethora of uses, including food for grazing animals, landscaping, turf management, and land restoration. Grass has numerous environmental benefits, including the provision of carbon sequestration and water conservation. Maintaining healthy and thriving grasslands is essential to the preservation of the environment and the planet. As we continue to navigate the many challenges facing our planet, it is more critical than ever to appreciate the contribution that grass makes and take steps to protect and preserve it.
Wow, that’s scary and cool at the same time! What’s it like studying the weather?😊
back in 2005 I was running a little late to catch a train into London and the platform I needed to get was only accessible by going down a flight of stairs, through a tunnel, up another flight of stairs and at the end of another platform. There was this small old Jamaican lady really struggling to carry a wheelie suitcase down the stairs. So I stopped and helped her. I was about 1 minute late to catch my train, as It was just leaving when I got there and 30 minutes later on the next train we were told of the London 7/7 bombings. The train I missed was one of the trains that was bombed and the carriage I usually sat in was where the bomb was set. Being a gentleman saved my life.
An acquaintance of mine decided to screw off before work by stopping for a coffee, bagel, and newspaper. By being 30 minutes late he missed being in the WTC when it got hit.
I was literally just thinking about the many stories you hear about people almost being in the towers when 9/11 happened, but some random thing, like even waking up late when they usually don’t, saved them. Your stories give me chills. It’s like the one chance you’re given to save your life without knowing it. Choices matter
So glad you are still here and that the friend in the top reply is still here too!
This is just a general broadstrokes that my mother and late-grandma did, which I used to make fun of before I realized all the times it actually helped. My late grandmother grew up during the Great Depression era, so her mom instilled the habit of constantly stashing away secret funds that weren't easy to get into (in the mattress, in safes hidden in the wall, in peanut butter jars put away in the back of the cupboard, etc.). My grandma did that to her dying day (cleaning her old house out, we found secret stashes we didn't know she had). My mom picked up this habit, but she's not bent up on it as my grandma was. I've lost track of how many times emergency funds actually came in handy and I've even started doing this myself.
The Benefits of Yoga
Yoga is a practice that has been around for thousands of years and is still popular worldwide because of the physical and mental benefits it provides. In this essay, we will explore the benefits of yoga, including physical and mental health improvements, stress reduction, and increased flexibility.
Physical Benefits
There are numerous physical benefits of practicing yoga regularly. Yoga can provide an improvement in posture, balance, and strength. Practicing yoga can also help alleviate chronic pain, including back and joint pain, and improve overall physical fitness. Yoga is a low-impact exercise that is beneficial for people of all ages and fitness levels.
Mental Health Benefits
Yoga has been shown to have a positive impact on mental health. Studies have shown that practicing yoga can significantly reduce stress and anxiety levels. Additionally, yoga can help to improve mood, increase focus and concentration, and reduce symptoms of depression. Practicing yoga regularly can also provide a sense of calm and relaxation, leading to a better overall sense of well-being.
Stress Reduction
Yoga is an effective practice for reducing stress levels. Yoga incorporates breathing exercises that can help to calm the mind and reduce anxiety. Additionally, practicing yoga regularly can help individuals develop coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and difficult situations. Yoga is known to release endorphins, which are the body's natural feel-good chemicals, that can help to reduce stress levels.
Increased Flexibility
One of the most significant physical benefits of practicing yoga is improved flexibility. Yoga involves stretching exercises that can help to increase flexibility and range of motion in the body. Increased flexibility can lead to improved posture, reduced risk of injury, and improved athletic performance. Practicing yoga can also help to prevent the stiffening of muscles that occurs naturally as we age.
Incorporating Yoga into Daily Life
Yoga is a practice that can be incorporated into daily life easily. It requires no special equipment, only a yoga mat or a comfortable surface to practice on. Practicing yoga can be done anywhere, including at home, in a yoga studio or gym, and even outside. There are many different types of yoga, including gentle and restorative classes, that can be adapted to different levels of ability or injuries.
In Conclusion
In summary, yoga has numerous physical and mental health benefits, including stress reduction, increased flexibility, and improved mood. Incorporating yoga into daily life can be an easy and effective way to improve overall health and fitness. As such, it is recommended that individuals of all fitness levels and ages try to incorporate yoga into their regular exercise routine. By doing so, they can experience the many benefits that come with a regular yoga practice.
When I was in Law Enforcement we got a call to an alarm at ski resort mansion during the summer. After myself and a rookie went around checking doors and windows we found all were locked, nothing broken etc. There were landscapers who just started mowing so we figured they threw a rock or something and set off a window or door alarm. As we were about to leave thought to ask my rookie if he just turned the door knobs or pulled on the doors as well. He thought about it and couldn't answer so just to be sure we went back out together. One back door was 'locked' but pulled open. There was tape blocking the catch and the deadbolt was unlocked. Called another car and had my rookie stay with the landscapers and me and the other officer search the house. Hiding in the basement wine cellar in a crawlspace was the ex husband. He taped the door and unlocked the deadbolt the day before while removing his property from the house so he could return when his ex wife was gone during the day. Not sure what his intentions were as his car was parked 2 miles away in a store parking lot and he had snacks, drinks and a lockback knife with him, but he had history of abuse so we assumed it wasn't good. DA was only able to charge him with trespassing, breaking and entering and violating a protection order as he was not allowed near her or her property. (the other day he was escorted by the Sheriffs department to retrieve his property but at some point they let him out of their sight. Not surprised as the house was a maze with more than one entrance to a couple of the bathrooms.)
Grass: An Introduction
Grass is a common plant that is found all over the world, from plains and meadows to hillsides and coastal regions. Grass belongs to the Poaceae family, which includes over 10,000 species. In this essay, we will examine the different types of grass, its growing conditions, its uses, and its importance to the environment.
Types of Grass
There are different types of grass, classified as cool-season or warm-season grasses. Cool-season grasses produce most of their growth in the spring and fall and include Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, and ryegrass. Warm-season grasses grow best in the summer, including Bermuda grass, zoysia grass, and buffalo grass. Some grasses are also classified as annual, perennial, or biennial depending on their growth and life cycle.
Growing Conditions
Grass is one of the most adaptable plants, and it can grow in a wide range of conditions, from rain forests to arid deserts. However, the ideal conditions for growing grass include moderate temperatures, adequate rainfall or irrigation, and well-prepared soil. Grass also requires good drainage and sunlight exposure to thrive.
Uses of Grass
Grass is used for various purposes, including lawn maintenance, landscaping, turfgrass management, and sports fields. Grass is also a source of food for animals and insects, such as cows, horses, sheep, and bees. Additionally, grass has numerous environmental benefits, including water conservation, soil conservation, and carbon sequestration.
Lawn Maintenance
Grass is a popular choice for lawns and is widely used for its aesthetic value. Many homeowners choose grass varieties that are well-suited to their climate and soil conditions. Proper lawn maintenance includes regular mowing, fertilization, and watering. It is also essential to properly control pests and weeds to ensure the health of the grass.
Landscaping
Grass is an essential element in landscaping and is used to create natural-looking environments. Grass can be used for creating borders, paths, and accent plants. Some grasses, such as ornamental grasses, are popular for their visual appeal and texture. Additionally, grass is used for creating erosion control and stormwater management systems.
Turfgrass Management
Grass is used for turfgrass management for its playing surface, durability, and safety. Athletic fields, golf courses, and recreational spaces benefit from well-maintained grass. The quality of the playing surface is determined by the type of grass used, the fertilization and irrigation practices, and pest management. Turfgrass management requires regular maintenance to ensure the safety and playability of the surface.
Feeding Animals
Grass is a primary source of food for many animals, including cows, horses, and sheep. Grazing animals rely on grass for their nutrients, especially in the spring and summer when grass grows most rapidly. Additionally, grass is essential for bees, as they rely on grass pollen for their survival.
Environmental Benefits
Grass has numerous environmental benefits, including water conservation, soil conservation, and carbon sequestration. Grass roots can help reduce soil erosion and runoff, preventing pollutants from entering water sources. Additionally, grass absorbs carbon dioxide, a significant greenhouse gas, from the atmosphere.
Land Restoration
Grass is used for land restoration, especially in areas affected by drought, erosion, or desertification. Grass planting can improve soil stability, reduce water runoff, and restore degraded areas. Additionally, grass planting can promote biodiversity and prevent invasive species from taking over the land.
The Importance of Grass
Grass is an essential component of the natural world, and its importance cannot be overstated. Grass plays a crucial role in the ecology of the planet, providing food and shelter for numerous species of animals and insects. Grass is also important for soil conservation, water conservation, and carbon sequestration. In addition, grass is an essential element in our landscapes and contributes to the quality of our outdoor spaces. As such, it is essential that we care for and preserve our grasslands to ensure the health of our planet.
In conclusion, Grass is a versatile and valuable plant found all over the world. It has a plethora of uses, including food for grazing animals, landscaping, turf management, and land restoration. Grass has numerous environmental benefits, including the provision of carbon sequestration and water conservation. Maintaining healthy and thriving grasslands is essential to the preservation of the environment and the planet. As we continue to navigate the many challenges facing our planet, it is more critical than ever to appreciate the contribution that grass makes and take steps to protect and preserve it.
Charlesds 123 What the fuck???
Whoa that was wild! I know that people who work with stuff like law and health have to aways trust their gut, and you've lived an example. Props to you!
The carbon dioxide story rings true. I was getting ready to go to work and our alarm started going off. I decided to just be safe and call the fire department. Hours later it was determined that a mouse had built a nest in our hot water heater and there were lethal levels of carbon dioxide spewing into our basement whenever we turned on the hot water. If I had just written it off it could have gone bad. I would have turned on the dishwasher and left my pets home with that. Never ignore a CO monitor.
Its monoxide not dioxide.
just to be sure you know you're talking about carbon monoxide, right? Carbon dioxide is CO2 and something your body produces in almost every metabolic process. CO is so dangerous because it binds to hemoglobin more strongly than oxygen and CO2 and doesn't really let go.
We had our alarm go off once and it was a the point where I was slowly starting to feel l more and more dizzy. The upstairs neighbour (same building and hallway) didn't notice yet. We had to call the general emergency department because the phone lines of the fire department were closed at night. I'm so glad we took it seriously and called the emergency lines. They knew what was up and what would be the cause of possible medical issues if it wasn't resolved or someone got unconscious.
I'm glad that didn't happen and everything ended up fine. That detector definitely saved us from some possible serious consequences.
This reminds me I need to check with my new neighbour if the thing still works because I don't want a CO issue again and it ending with more severe problems than being cold because we went outside without coats in winter.
If someone has electric heating, does that mean no threat of CO poisoning?
@@fanfictiondreamer7836 no. there's always a risk. CO can be formed by anything that burns and sometimes even while cooking/grilling (luckily hoods are thing :D ).
I'm just going to assume people don't stay in a burning house though, so that risk should probably not as big. If you get massive burns you're more likely to die of shock anyway.
Be safe
Monoxide*
I'm pretty certain I saved my home from an oven fire one night. My bedroom was on the other side of the kitchen with the laundry room in between. I was about to get into bed when I noticed an unusual smell in the air. It was the scent of something really hot, and I went looking for it. Turns out, the broiler on the oven had been bumped by someone who knows how long before I found it and it was extremely hot. I cracked the door open just a little and smoke poured out and set the alarms off. Windows were opened and fans were turned on. My dad came out and asked what was going on, as he was nearly asleep. I told him "I'm pretty sure I just saved us."
It seems like the script got cut off again in your message. Here is the script for Flappy Bird on Unity with correct formatting:
```csharp
using UnityEngine;
using UnityEngine.UI;
public class FlappyBird : MonoBehaviour
{
public float jumpForce = 10f; \/\/ The force applied to the bird when it jumps
public int score = 0; \/\/ The player's current score
public Text scoreText; \/\/ The UI element that displays the score
public AudioSource audioSource; \/\/ The audio source for playing sound effects
public GameObject gameOverPanel; \/\/ The panel that displays when the game is over
private Rigidbody2D rb; \/\/ The rigidbody component of the bird
private Animator animator; \/\/ The animator component of the bird
private bool isDead = false; \/\/ True when the bird is dead (collided with an obstacle)
void Start()
{
rb = GetComponent();
animator = GetComponent();
}
void Update()
{
if (Input.GetKeyDown(KeyCode.Space) && !isDead) \/\/ Jump when the spacebar is pressed
{
rb.velocity = Vector2.up * jumpForce;
animator.SetTrigger("Flap"); \/\/ Play the "Flap" animation
audioSource.Play(); \/\/ Play the jump sound effect
}
}
void OnCollisionEnter2D(Collision2D col)
{
if (col.gameObject.tag == "Obstacle") \/\/ If the bird collides with an obstacle
{
isDead = true;
animator.SetTrigger("Die"); \/\/ Play the "Die" animation
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the death sound effect
gameOverPanel.SetActive(true); \/\/ Show the game over panel
}
}
\/\/ The following function is called when the bird passes a pipe, incrementing the score
public void IncreaseScore()
{
score++;
scoreText.text = "Score: " + score.ToString();
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the score sound effect
}
}
```
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The straw story is the exact reason why I never let my two year old brush her teeth without being held or at least making sure she's sat down, absolutely terrifying idea
Title: 10 Surprising Benefits of Spending Time Outside
Introduction
Spending time outside is not only fun and enjoyable, but it has numerous benefits for our physical and mental health. From improving mood to boosting immunity, spending time in nature is essential for our well-being. This essay will explore ten surprising benefits of spending time outside.
1. Reduces Stress
One of the most significant benefits of spending time outside is its ability to reduce stress. The sights and sounds of nature have a calming effect on our minds, reducing stress and promoting relaxation.
2. Boosts Immunity
Exposure to sunlight and fresh air has benefits for our immune system. Vitamin D, which is produced by our bodies when exposed to sunlight, helps strengthen our immune system, while fresh air helps remove toxins from the body.
3. Improves Mood
Spending time outside has been linked to improved mood and a reduction in symptoms of depression and anxiety. The sounds of nature and the beauty of the outdoors can elevate our mood and increase our sense of well-being.
4. Enhances Creativity
Spending time outside has been shown to boost creativity and problem-solving skills. Being in nature allows our minds to relax, which can lead to more innovative thinking and the ability to generate fresh ideas.
5. Increases Physical Activity
Spending time outside often involves physical activity, such as hiking, walking, or playing sports. This increase in physical activity can lead to improved physical health, including weight loss and reduced risk of chronic disease.
6. Promotes Better Sleep
Being outside can help improve sleep quality and duration. Exposure to natural light helps regulate our circadian rhythm, which controls our sleep-wake cycle. Spending time outside during the day helps to promote better sleep at night.
7. Reduces Eye Strain
Our eyes need a break from the strain of staring at screens all day. Spending time outside gives our eyes a chance to focus on objects at varying distances, reducing eye strain and potentially improving vision.
8. Boosts Vitamin Intake
Spending time outside can increase our intake of essential vitamins and minerals. Sunlight helps our bodies produce vitamin D, while fresh fruits and vegetables found in nature can be a rich source of vitamins and minerals.
9. Improves Memory and Focus
Being outside in nature can improve memory and focus. The peace and quiet found in nature can help improve our ability to concentrate, and research has shown that walking in nature can improve short-term memory.
10. Enhances Social Connection
Spending time outside with others can enhance social connection and strengthen relationships. Activities such as hiking, kayaking, and camping provide opportunities to bond and create shared memories with others.
Conclusion
Spending time outside has numerous benefits for our physical and mental health, from reducing stress to enhancing social connections. Incorporating outdoor activities into our daily routines can have a positive impact on our well-being, and even brief exposure to nature can have lasting benefits. So, go outside, take a deep breath of fresh air, and soak up the many benefits that nature has to offer.
I'm a cashier and the store I work at has a rule that if your register is short by 5 dollars or more, you get written up, if it happens three times you're fired. Which sucks because the tils are like 10 years old and often make mistakes especially on busy days, I always carry a couple of bucks on me just in case, it has literally saved me from being unemployed multiple times.
@@sparkyUSA1976 Man I'd love to work mornings, I'm the only cashier they have on closing and you would not believe the assholes I have to deal with in the evenings. The one day I worked mornings, I didn't have to call the police, I didn't have to deal with thieves, and the worst customer I had was this one guy who didn't understand the concept of a credit card and needed to be talked through the process of using one.
When I was on deployment in 2017 there was an emergency announcement that there was toxic gas at the forward end of the ship. There was a working party that was working in the compartment that stored the ships coffee. Turns out, coffee depletes oxygen in an enclosed space. Someone looked down the stairs and saw their buddy passed out on the floor. They went down to check on them. The next person looked down the stairs and saw two people passed out. I don't know how many people went down to investigate and pass out before they finally called for help. Nobody was seriously hurt and they moved the coffee storage location afterwards.
On my Navy ship, I was in the test equipment storeroom, doing inventory. Had the watertight door dogged down, but only two dogs secured. Soon, I am smelling an exhaust type smell, then I was choking and gasping! I managed to get the door undogged and get to fresh air. Had all the dogs been secured, I would have died. Turns out some guys were welding up on deck, right next to the air vent for the space I was in. I chewed thrm all new a-holes.
My rabbits saved our lives. I had moved into a new apartment and one month in my carbon monoxide detector broke and kept beeping, I called the emergency line and the fire department came and told me it was a false alarm. My apartment complex replaced it and a few weeks later the new one started beeping, I thought maybe the rabbit hair with them brushing past it was causing issues so I unplugged it. The only reason I realized something was wrong was because they started stomping and hiding like they were in danger. I realized this and started to feel weird and called the fire department again, I got all my animals and I out of the apartment. My gas stove broke and it was filling my apartment. If they hadn't acted like something was wrong we would all be dead since I like to take naps when I feel sleepy.
My mum tried to save my sister umbilical cord blood for my cousin who has a immune disorder (still does) but she lived in Europe during mad cow disease and they wouldn't let her donate.
For good reason. There's no way to tell if someone's been infected with the prion until symptoms develop which can be years later, and there's little they can do about prion disorders.
@@impishrebel5969 Prion diseases are some of the scariest most sci-fi horror shit in the entire world, I wouldn't wish that crap on anyone.
@@Starfloofle Another version of The Last of Us...
Grass: An Introduction
Grass is a common plant that is found all over the world, from plains and meadows to hillsides and coastal regions. Grass belongs to the Poaceae family, which includes over 10,000 species. In this essay, we will examine the different types of grass, its growing conditions, its uses, and its importance to the environment.
Types of Grass
There are different types of grass, classified as cool-season or warm-season grasses. Cool-season grasses produce most of their growth in the spring and fall and include Kentucky bluegrass, tall fescue, and ryegrass. Warm-season grasses grow best in the summer, including Bermuda grass, zoysia grass, and buffalo grass. Some grasses are also classified as annual, perennial, or biennial depending on their growth and life cycle.
Growing Conditions
Grass is one of the most adaptable plants, and it can grow in a wide range of conditions, from rain forests to arid deserts. However, the ideal conditions for growing grass include moderate temperatures, adequate rainfall or irrigation, and well-prepared soil. Grass also requires good drainage and sunlight exposure to thrive.
Uses of Grass
Grass is used for various purposes, including lawn maintenance, landscaping, turfgrass management, and sports fields. Grass is also a source of food for animals and insects, such as cows, horses, sheep, and bees. Additionally, grass has numerous environmental benefits, including water conservation, soil conservation, and carbon sequestration.
Lawn Maintenance
Grass is a popular choice for lawns and is widely used for its aesthetic value. Many homeowners choose grass varieties that are well-suited to their climate and soil conditions. Proper lawn maintenance includes regular mowing, fertilization, and watering. It is also essential to properly control pests and weeds to ensure the health of the grass.
Landscaping
Grass is an essential element in landscaping and is used to create natural-looking environments. Grass can be used for creating borders, paths, and accent plants. Some grasses, such as ornamental grasses, are popular for their visual appeal and texture. Additionally, grass is used for creating erosion control and stormwater management systems.
Turfgrass Management
Grass is used for turfgrass management for its playing surface, durability, and safety. Athletic fields, golf courses, and recreational spaces benefit from well-maintained grass. The quality of the playing surface is determined by the type of grass used, the fertilization and irrigation practices, and pest management. Turfgrass management requires regular maintenance to ensure the safety and playability of the surface.
Feeding Animals
Grass is a primary source of food for many animals, including cows, horses, and sheep. Grazing animals rely on grass for their nutrients, especially in the spring and summer when grass grows most rapidly. Additionally, grass is essential for bees, as they rely on grass pollen for their survival.
Environmental Benefits
Grass has numerous environmental benefits, including water conservation, soil conservation, and carbon sequestration. Grass roots can help reduce soil erosion and runoff, preventing pollutants from entering water sources. Additionally, grass absorbs carbon dioxide, a significant greenhouse gas, from the atmosphere.
Land Restoration
Grass is used for land restoration, especially in areas affected by drought, erosion, or desertification. Grass planting can improve soil stability, reduce water runoff, and restore degraded areas. Additionally, grass planting can promote biodiversity and prevent invasive species from taking over the land.
The Importance of Grass
Grass is an essential component of the natural world, and its importance cannot be overstated. Grass plays a crucial role in the ecology of the planet, providing food and shelter for numerous species of animals and insects. Grass is also important for soil conservation, water conservation, and carbon sequestration. In addition, grass is an essential element in our landscapes and contributes to the quality of our outdoor spaces. As such, it is essential that we care for and preserve our grasslands to ensure the health of our planet.
In conclusion, Grass is a versatile and valuable plant found all over the world. It has a plethora of uses, including food for grazing animals, landscaping, turf management, and land restoration. Grass has numerous environmental benefits, including the provision of carbon sequestration and water conservation. Maintaining healthy and thriving grasslands is essential to the preservation of the environment and the planet. As we continue to navigate the many challenges facing our planet, it is more critical than ever to appreciate the contribution that grass makes and take steps to protect and preserve it.
@@impishrebel5969 new fear unlocked!
The return of a great subreddit
I’m from the Scottish Highlands and the amount of times I’ve stopped driving to either turn around or wait weather out has always saved me from potential harm, I’ve seen too many vehicles in ditches or crashed because folk think they can survive extreme weather. We had flash flooding in my town once where I was completely soaked through in less than a minute, this led to me getting people trapped in their cars because they believed they could easily drive through the dip at the bottom of the hill. They couldn’t, so plenty got trapped in cars, including an elderly man who was panicking, so I found out his vital medical information and learned he had a pace maker, so kept him as calm as possible, standing at his car door whilst the water was up to my waist.
He was able to stay calm and a fellow passenger waded in the water to help me phone the fire brigade to get his car dragged up the hill. He drove an automatic so he explained (in car speak) that he wouldn’t be able to easily push it as the vehicle would be locked up, so we kept him calm, spoke to him about his family, offered him water from my bag (everything was soaked through where I’d gone into an IT shop before helping the man to ask them to look after my DSLR camera, which is EXPENSIVE, to prevent water damage, this alone saved me thousands in damages), we had relayed to a dryer member of the public what was happening and they asked the pub just 2 doors down if the elderly man could wait inside once he was rescued from his car.
The fire brigade came along and the mechanic explained about the car wheels being locked up due to it being an automatic, I then started speaking how we had an elderly male in his 80’s, had survived a few heart attacked, had a pace maker and was being kept calm
“Okay what do you need us for? You guys have this handled way better than us”
“Your fire engine has a winch, the vehicle needs dragged out of the waist deep water so the elderly man can safely leave his vehicle, the pub has said he can stay inside once rescued from his vehicle”
“Okay, then that’s what we’ll do”
So I went back to speak to him and we continued talking, about his wife whom he dearly loved (she was in the nearby community centre, we’d also relayed a message to her as it’s a 1 minute walk), he told us about his kids and grandkids, how he felt really safe in our presence and told us he would’ve 100% had a heart attack and he didn’t know if he’d have survived. I’m standing waist deep in water, very cold (I have temperature sensitive nerve damage to my lower abdomen, but was running on pure adrenaline, pain meds knocked me out later, thank god) and holding his hand through the window and he’s like
“How are you not cold? I feel awful”
“Oh, don’t even worry about it! I’m from Contin, a tiny village between mountains and large hills, so I’m used to the cold, so don’t worry, I’m happy to be able to help you, the cold is okay!”
He was rescued from his vehicle, taken to the pub, they had some old blankets (they had a flat upstairs) and wrapped him in blankets and put him on a comfy seat in front of the fire, I thanked the kind mechanic man and thanked the fire brigade, picked up my DSLR, got inside my house and told my flatmate what crazy shenanigans I’d gotten myself into. Later on Facebook a post about the situation had a pic of me and the mechanic (but from a bit of a distance) in waist deep water at the car, so I explained the situation on social media with my message being really simple: never underestimate the weather, we live in Scotland, it can and WILL get extreme with no notice, to avoid areas in the road where you know it deeply dips to avoid being trapped in deep water that could easily turn into a watery grave, and thanked my mechanic friend if he ever saw the post online for being such a fantastic help.
So TLDR, definitely saved the elderly man from panicking and from a potentially hair medical situation, he got to see his wife as she was taken to the pub, and I spent a week recovering my body. It was the one day I felt I had the ability to leave my house for a short neighbourhood walk because I’m a cripple with mobility issues, ended up being in freezing water for close to an hour, so much pain when the adrenaline wore off and sooooo many pain meds. I just went “nope” and took enough to sleep so I didn’t have to be consciously aware of my pain levels going above 9/10!
Still have the photo! A friend shared a Facebook memory and tagged me as she lives up the hill, so I shared the original post where she saw me comment, she could not believe it was me haha!
My father was taking antibiotics for a minor lung infection so it wasn’t a surprise to him or even that unusual when he got up one morning feeling a little short of breath and some extra fatigue. My stepmom was concerned and urged him to call his doctor. But he was a very stubborn man and refused. A couple hours later, a mutual friend arrived. He and my dad had business together and they had a meeting planned. Friend walks in, takes one look at my dad and told him his skin looked gray. Informed my dad “I’m calling emergency and you can’t stop me.” The paramedics somehow convinced him to go to the hospital to get checked out. While waiting for a doctor to check on him, my dad had a massive heart attack. If he hadn’t already been in the ER, he almost certainly would have died. But doctors were able to save him.
I remember reading a story similiar with car crash. A party of teenagers went on the trip. One of them had a bad hunch and didn't went back with them. All of them died in horrible car crash and he survived cause he get back with a train or bus. But worst part, in place where he lived when people learned he wasn't with them when it happend, were bullied him so much that he killed himself.
Today you are going to simulate a Battle Royale for the world consisting of countries from Europe, Asia, Oceania, North America, and South America. It starts from the year 2024. If the given region is a singular country, then all of that country's states or provenceies become independent and fight each other, if it is a region , then only the countries fighting the region may participate. Each time you respond for the next year. These events should not reflect real-world events unless by chance. The only events that can happen is a : War, Alliance, Rebellion, Pact, extended Pact, disbanded Pact, extended Alliance, and disbanded Alliance. If a war takes place you must name the war, say what counties/states/alliances are involved, and the result of the war. Alliances that haven't been established can't participate in the war. If a country is in an alliance they must come to the aid of the other country if the country is declared war upon. The Alliance lasts 5 years but countries are able to extend it if they want to, If the Alliance must be extended before the 5 years are over and if it so not extended then the Alliance is disbanded. Say when a Alliance is disbanded or extended. The result must be given the same year the event takes place, and one side must win completely. It can not be a draw. Also say how much of the country is annexed. If a country is completely annexed, it will be out of the Battle Royale, if a country is only annexed half way, it can continue. If a country is annexed, say exactly what state/states get annexed. If it is a Pact then make two or more countries sign a pact that stops them from fighting each other. Pacts last 5 years and can be extended if the countries want to, The Pact must be extended on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th year after the Pact is made, If the pact is not extended in that time frame then the Pact is atomaticly disbanded. Say when a Pact is extended or disbanded. When Rebellions occur then certain states or provinces will become independent. Events must happen every year. The Battle Royale lasts until 2050. On the year 2050 name all the surving countries, states, regions, territories, or provencs.
Not sure if it counts, but I slipped on some ice a few months ago. Since it didn't feel worse than usually, I considered driving to work. Except, I started therapy for ADHD and my therapist discovered that my previous treatment left me with a skewed sense of exhaustion. Basically, when I realise that I am tired, I feel guilty over being lazy and scared of losing my job because I'm not doing enough to earn it.
So on one hand, I got ready to drive to work with some mild pain in my arm, on the other hand I wasn't sure how to tell if I'm fine but lazy, or really hurt. In the end, I decided to work from home that day and had my arm checked out in the evening. Turns out, my elbow is broken and I can't drive safely until it heals.
When I was about 11, my brother and I built a "fort". It was super solid in some areas and not at all in others. Out of literally nowhere, I shot my arms up, holding onto the roof beams when seconds later the boards under me gave way. I didn't consciousness think "just in case" but clearly something in my subconscious must have. I was over 10 feet above concrete. I am comvinced it saved my life that day.
Ok, that carbon monoxide poisoning story, really really triggered something in me. Hearing that furnace filter back up an cause it, made me remember my dad reminded me to change the filter a while ago, and I didn't remember if I changed it. I went to look, and I hadn't changed it. I immediately put in a fresh one, and opened my windows to air out my place. This Rslash episode might've just saved me and my cats lives
I also saved my mum's life after she had a stroke when I was 15! I was actually quite smart and didn't call for an ambulance but we had a close family friend that lived nearby who's husband is a neurosurgeon so I called them to take my mum to hospital. It was the right call as my mum convinced the people at a&e that she was just having a migraine but the husband recognised that I was right, that it was a stroke, and immediately took her to get treatment for it. She's fine now although it had a variety of effects on me and my family but at least I was vindicated in being right😂
I also just generally trust my gut instinct on things even if it seems preposterous and it's always worked out for me. Like the people around me thought I was overly anxious when I created a plan for the possibility of my ex trying to break into my house which he ended up doing a few days after I made the plan
I had a coworker who had a mini stroke at work. My team started much earlier than most people so there was a good chance this could have gone unnoticed due to very few people being in the office. We were working away when I noticed my coworker in front of me laid down on the floor in her cube. She was hard to see from where I was. She stated she was extremely dizzy and thought laying down would help. I ended up calling EMS and luckily I did. She ended up fully recovering and is still working with us.
My Mom had a brain aneurysm, when I was a kid (this was I think 1984 or 1985). She and my Dad were playing softball with some friends and she got really sick. My brother and I were playing on a hill nearby and she came over near us and began vomiting. I heard her moaning the name of my Dad (it was also my brother's name), and thinking she was asking for my brother, I sent him over to her. She then sent him to get my Dad, and they quickly got their stuff together, and my Dad carried my Mom to the car. I was in the back seat and crying, as my Mom was vomiting violently in the car. Once they got her back to get her vitals, a nurse quickly secured a bed (at first they were going to make her wait and put someone else in the room), and grabbed a doctor. She told the doctor that she was sure that my Mom was having an aneurysm. After he examined her, he quickly called for a life flight to a hospital in a neighboring city, that had experience with this. Because they caught it in time, she survived. Both she and I knew something was wrong with her (I had cried uncontrollably and kept saying that I didn't want my Mom to die), as did the nurse who tended to her. About a decade later, she ran into the nurse and thanked her, for saving her life. The nurse had always wondered if my Mom survived, and that day she found out that she had, because of the nurse's quick action. My Mom went on to live for another 30 years, before she passed away. In that time, she got to watch my brother and I grow up, and we both went on to get married (my brother has been married twice, and I have been married twice), and she saw my brother become a Dad. I'm grateful for the nurse saving her, because I had more time with my Mom.
It seems like the script got cut off again in your message. Here is the script for Flappy Bird on Unity with correct formatting:
```csharp
using UnityEngine;
using UnityEngine.UI;
public class FlappyBird : MonoBehaviour
{
public float jumpForce = 10f; \/\/ The force applied to the bird when it jumps
public int score = 0; \/\/ The player's current score
public Text scoreText; \/\/ The UI element that displays the score
public AudioSource audioSource; \/\/ The audio source for playing sound effects
public GameObject gameOverPanel; \/\/ The panel that displays when the game is over
private Rigidbody2D rb; \/\/ The rigidbody component of the bird
private Animator animator; \/\/ The animator component of the bird
private bool isDead = false; \/\/ True when the bird is dead (collided with an obstacle)
void Start()
{
rb = GetComponent();
animator = GetComponent();
}
void Update()
{
if (Input.GetKeyDown(KeyCode.Space) && !isDead) \/\/ Jump when the spacebar is pressed
{
rb.velocity = Vector2.up * jumpForce;
animator.SetTrigger("Flap"); \/\/ Play the "Flap" animation
audioSource.Play(); \/\/ Play the jump sound effect
}
}
void OnCollisionEnter2D(Collision2D col)
{
if (col.gameObject.tag == "Obstacle") \/\/ If the bird collides with an obstacle
{
isDead = true;
animator.SetTrigger("Die"); \/\/ Play the "Die" animation
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the death sound effect
gameOverPanel.SetActive(true); \/\/ Show the game over panel
}
}
\/\/ The following function is called when the bird passes a pipe, incrementing the score
public void IncreaseScore()
{
score++;
scoreText.text = "Score: " + score.ToString();
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the score sound effect
}
}
```
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I’d love to hear more from this subreddit please
a lot of these mom stories make me wish i could’ve done something for my mom, but there was never a way to save her. i’m glad these people still get their experiences ❤️
I go out with my friends one Friday a month. One such day, I had a weird feeling and decided to stay home. My husband told me a few weeks later that he had intended on killing himself that night while I was gone, but me staying and snuggling him saved him. He’s doing better now with proper treatment.
I literally had this happen over the weekend. Went to a convention. Brought along things like jewelry wire, wood glue, tape, etc “just in case” I got the chance to work on those parts of the cosplay. One of my shoes fell apart (I used the wire and glue to fix it), we used the tape to section off a table, and I used a bunch of flat elastic to tie some bags together for easier transport. I dubbed it McGyver Con. Despite being a Girl Scout, I took the Boy Scout motto to heart.
Title: The Assassination of Julius Caesar: Its Causes and Consequences
Introduction
Julius Caesar was a Roman politician and military general who played a major role in the transformation of the Roman Republic into the Roman Empire. He was a popular and influential figure but was also controversial and vulnerable to assassination. This essay will explore the causes and consequences of the assassination of Julius Caesar.
Background Information
Before delving into the assassination, it is important to understand the context in which it occurred. Julius Caesar had been appointed dictator, a position that gave him almost unlimited power, and had made several reforms that upset the Republican senators. Additionally, there was growing resentment among the Roman people due to Caesar's perceived arrogance and disregard for traditional Roman values.
The Conspirators
The assassination of Julius Caesar was carried out by a group of senators led by Marcus Brutus and Gaius Cassius. They were motivated by a desire to restore the Roman Republic and saw Caesar as a threat to their power and influence. The conspiracy was kept secret until the day of the assassination.
The Assassination
On the Ides of March, 44 BC, Julius Caesar was assassinated by the conspirators while attending a meeting of the Roman Senate. He was stabbed to death in front of his colleagues and supporters. The assassination was brutal and bloody, and it caused outrage among many of the Roman people.
Immediate Consequences
After the assassination of Julius Caesar, there was chaos and confusion in Rome. The conspirators initially celebrated their success but soon realized that they had underestimated the popularity of Caesar and the potential for backlash from his supporters. They were forced to flee Rome, and a power struggle ensued over who would succeed Caesar as leader of the Roman Empire.
Impact on the Roman Republic
The assassination of Julius Caesar was a turning point in the history of the Roman Republic. It marked the end of the Republic and the beginning of an era of dictatorship and imperial rule. The assassination highlighted the instability and corruption of the Roman political system and paved the way for the rise of Augustus as the first Roman Emperor.
Impact on Roman Society
The assassination of Julius Caesar also had a significant impact on Roman society. It led to widespread unrest and violence in Rome, as well as division along political and social lines. The assassination exposed the deep-seated tensions and conflicts within Roman society, including the growing gap between the rich and poor.
Impact on Western Civilization
The assassination of Julius Caesar had a lasting impact on Western civilization. It demonstrated the dangers of absolute power and the fragility of political stability. It has been celebrated in art, literature, and culture, and continues to be studied and analyzed by historians and scholars around the world.
Ethical Considerations
The assassination of Julius Caesar raises several ethical questions, including the morality of political violence and the limits of power. While some justify the assassination as a necessary act to preserve the Roman Republic, others condemn it as an unjustifiable act of violence against a popular and influential leader.
Conclusion
The assassination of Julius Caesar is a fascinating and complex event that has had a lasting impact on the history of Rome and the Western world. It is a reminder of the dangers of political power and the consequences of political instability. Through studying the assassination, we can gain insight into the complexities of politics, power, and human nature.
Ok, I have a story kinda like these. Something fell into my eye and was bothering me a ton! My mom took me to the eye doctor to have it looked at. The doctor didn’t really find anything at first but I insisted on her double checking. Turns out, I had a tiny piece of metal stuck in my eye! Don’t know what could have happened with it but I’m glad I had her double check.
Title: 10 Surprising Benefits of Spending Time Outside
Introduction
Spending time outside is not only fun and enjoyable, but it has numerous benefits for our physical and mental health. From improving mood to boosting immunity, spending time in nature is essential for our well-being. This essay will explore ten surprising benefits of spending time outside.
1. Reduces Stress
One of the most significant benefits of spending time outside is its ability to reduce stress. The sights and sounds of nature have a calming effect on our minds, reducing stress and promoting relaxation.
2. Boosts Immunity
Exposure to sunlight and fresh air has benefits for our immune system. Vitamin D, which is produced by our bodies when exposed to sunlight, helps strengthen our immune system, while fresh air helps remove toxins from the body.
3. Improves Mood
Spending time outside has been linked to improved mood and a reduction in symptoms of depression and anxiety. The sounds of nature and the beauty of the outdoors can elevate our mood and increase our sense of well-being.
4. Enhances Creativity
Spending time outside has been shown to boost creativity and problem-solving skills. Being in nature allows our minds to relax, which can lead to more innovative thinking and the ability to generate fresh ideas.
5. Increases Physical Activity
Spending time outside often involves physical activity, such as hiking, walking, or playing sports. This increase in physical activity can lead to improved physical health, including weight loss and reduced risk of chronic disease.
6. Promotes Better Sleep
Being outside can help improve sleep quality and duration. Exposure to natural light helps regulate our circadian rhythm, which controls our sleep-wake cycle. Spending time outside during the day helps to promote better sleep at night.
7. Reduces Eye Strain
Our eyes need a break from the strain of staring at screens all day. Spending time outside gives our eyes a chance to focus on objects at varying distances, reducing eye strain and potentially improving vision.
8. Boosts Vitamin Intake
Spending time outside can increase our intake of essential vitamins and minerals. Sunlight helps our bodies produce vitamin D, while fresh fruits and vegetables found in nature can be a rich source of vitamins and minerals.
9. Improves Memory and Focus
Being outside in nature can improve memory and focus. The peace and quiet found in nature can help improve our ability to concentrate, and research has shown that walking in nature can improve short-term memory.
10. Enhances Social Connection
Spending time outside with others can enhance social connection and strengthen relationships. Activities such as hiking, kayaking, and camping provide opportunities to bond and create shared memories with others.
Conclusion
Spending time outside has numerous benefits for our physical and mental health, from reducing stress to enhancing social connections. Incorporating outdoor activities into our daily routines can have a positive impact on our well-being, and even brief exposure to nature can have lasting benefits. So, go outside, take a deep breath of fresh air, and soak up the many benefits that nature has to offer.
@@charlesds1234 I was outside when I got the piece of metal in my eye
I have my own story about it but mine is fairly boring compared to the stories told in this video where it's about me saving my embarrassed brother from not having the change to pay for some groceries 😊 cause I used to carry change as a "just in case" measure and I was glad I did so I was able to help him
It messed me up that this was today, because I saved my sons life today. He’s two months old and he choked on spit up this morning. CPR class and extra videos on what to do if my baby was choking saved his life today. We just got home with breakfast and I always listen to rslash when I am eating . Please- take the classes. Watch videos. Be proactive. Much love rslash!
Never had to perform CPR but I've used the Heimlich maneuver and saved my roommate before, I've also watched my dad perform it as well on my sister when I was a kid. I am a big believer in first aid classes
my eldest son saved us from an electrical fire. His youngest brothers had just gone to bed leaving the bathroom light on. He walked in there to turn it off, when he noticed a glow behind the switch face plate. he touched it and felt the heat. a mad dash to the breaker box to turn off the power, which extinguished the fire. luckily the fire was contained to one switch (out of 3 on the plate) and hadn't spread.
It seems like the script got cut off again in your message. Here is the script for Flappy Bird on Unity with correct formatting:
```csharp
using UnityEngine;
using UnityEngine.UI;
public class FlappyBird : MonoBehaviour
{
public float jumpForce = 10f; \/\/ The force applied to the bird when it jumps
public int score = 0; \/\/ The player's current score
public Text scoreText; \/\/ The UI element that displays the score
public AudioSource audioSource; \/\/ The audio source for playing sound effects
public GameObject gameOverPanel; \/\/ The panel that displays when the game is over
private Rigidbody2D rb; \/\/ The rigidbody component of the bird
private Animator animator; \/\/ The animator component of the bird
private bool isDead = false; \/\/ True when the bird is dead (collided with an obstacle)
void Start()
{
rb = GetComponent();
animator = GetComponent();
}
void Update()
{
if (Input.GetKeyDown(KeyCode.Space) && !isDead) \/\/ Jump when the spacebar is pressed
{
rb.velocity = Vector2.up * jumpForce;
animator.SetTrigger("Flap"); \/\/ Play the "Flap" animation
audioSource.Play(); \/\/ Play the jump sound effect
}
}
void OnCollisionEnter2D(Collision2D col)
{
if (col.gameObject.tag == "Obstacle") \/\/ If the bird collides with an obstacle
{
isDead = true;
animator.SetTrigger("Die"); \/\/ Play the "Die" animation
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the death sound effect
gameOverPanel.SetActive(true); \/\/ Show the game over panel
}
}
\/\/ The following function is called when the bird passes a pipe, incrementing the score
public void IncreaseScore()
{
score++;
scoreText.text = "Score: " + score.ToString();
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the score sound effect
}
}
```
Please note that when copying and pasting code, make sure to retain proper indentation and curly braces.
I have a similar story from about 12 years ago.
Mom worked from home on the computer, Dad was gone to work and both brother occupied. I walked into the kitchen and saw smoke pouring out of a glowing red outlet.
We managed to switch off the breaker it was on and no damage was done. We moved shortly after as the landlord wouldn't send a qualified electrician and regularly broke the lease showing the home to buyers without proper notice.
I was walking back from the shops one day and saw construction site and instead of walking though it (which there was plenty of space) I walked back down to a crossing. Turned out good thing I did because a pipe burst spraying water all over where my legs might have been if I kept walking (it was like a geyser)
Many years ago I once saved my mothers life. She was complaining about severe abdominal pain. She was so sensitive to my light touch that I told her to go to the ER, thinking it might be appendicitis. Turns out, her chemotherapy cocktail had caused perforations to form in her large intestines, leaking bacteria, and giving her sepsis. She was in the ICU for weeks but survived. If I hadn’t been home to visit, IDK if she would have survived.
The doctors essentially had to pour medical bleach into her during the repair surgeries to kill the infection 😣
I’m so glad the dad pulled the mom out!! truly a miracle!! but… I can’t help but hope the raccoon was okay too 😅
My story. I was maybe 10 and my dad worked shift work at the power plant. He would get off at 6am and had to cross the train track on his way home. Well I woke up in a panic, ran to my moms room telling her to call dad and tell him he HAS to wait for 10min in parking lot before heading home. I think my dad thought I had watched a scary movie or something but after my mom assured him I hadn’t don’t that before I went to bed and I was HYSTERICAL at this point he listened. Well that morning 4 cars that had left the plant were hit by a derailed train. All 4 people didn’t make it! It would have been him!
Ohhh, askreddit. It would be cool if you did these a little more often
The Benefits of Yoga
Yoga is a practice that has been around for thousands of years and is still popular worldwide because of the physical and mental benefits it provides. In this essay, we will explore the benefits of yoga, including physical and mental health improvements, stress reduction, and increased flexibility.
Physical Benefits
There are numerous physical benefits of practicing yoga regularly. Yoga can provide an improvement in posture, balance, and strength. Practicing yoga can also help alleviate chronic pain, including back and joint pain, and improve overall physical fitness. Yoga is a low-impact exercise that is beneficial for people of all ages and fitness levels.
Mental Health Benefits
Yoga has been shown to have a positive impact on mental health. Studies have shown that practicing yoga can significantly reduce stress and anxiety levels. Additionally, yoga can help to improve mood, increase focus and concentration, and reduce symptoms of depression. Practicing yoga regularly can also provide a sense of calm and relaxation, leading to a better overall sense of well-being.
Stress Reduction
Yoga is an effective practice for reducing stress levels. Yoga incorporates breathing exercises that can help to calm the mind and reduce anxiety. Additionally, practicing yoga regularly can help individuals develop coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and difficult situations. Yoga is known to release endorphins, which are the body's natural feel-good chemicals, that can help to reduce stress levels.
Increased Flexibility
One of the most significant physical benefits of practicing yoga is improved flexibility. Yoga involves stretching exercises that can help to increase flexibility and range of motion in the body. Increased flexibility can lead to improved posture, reduced risk of injury, and improved athletic performance. Practicing yoga can also help to prevent the stiffening of muscles that occurs naturally as we age.
Incorporating Yoga into Daily Life
Yoga is a practice that can be incorporated into daily life easily. It requires no special equipment, only a yoga mat or a comfortable surface to practice on. Practicing yoga can be done anywhere, including at home, in a yoga studio or gym, and even outside. There are many different types of yoga, including gentle and restorative classes, that can be adapted to different levels of ability or injuries.
In Conclusion
In summary, yoga has numerous physical and mental health benefits, including stress reduction, increased flexibility, and improved mood. Incorporating yoga into daily life can be an easy and effective way to improve overall health and fitness. As such, it is recommended that individuals of all fitness levels and ages try to incorporate yoga into their regular exercise routine. By doing so, they can experience the many benefits that come with a regular yoga practice.
Dabne, I can give you another thing to worry about.
If you have anybody who are knitting in your familly, train Them to ALLWAYS turn the knitting needles pointing down, when it's not worked on.
Those things can be deadly, if somebody trips and falls down on them.
It seems like the script got cut off again in your message. Here is the script for Flappy Bird on Unity with correct formatting:
```csharp
using UnityEngine;
using UnityEngine.UI;
public class FlappyBird : MonoBehaviour
{
public float jumpForce = 10f; \/\/ The force applied to the bird when it jumps
public int score = 0; \/\/ The player's current score
public Text scoreText; \/\/ The UI element that displays the score
public AudioSource audioSource; \/\/ The audio source for playing sound effects
public GameObject gameOverPanel; \/\/ The panel that displays when the game is over
private Rigidbody2D rb; \/\/ The rigidbody component of the bird
private Animator animator; \/\/ The animator component of the bird
private bool isDead = false; \/\/ True when the bird is dead (collided with an obstacle)
void Start()
{
rb = GetComponent();
animator = GetComponent();
}
void Update()
{
if (Input.GetKeyDown(KeyCode.Space) && !isDead) \/\/ Jump when the spacebar is pressed
{
rb.velocity = Vector2.up * jumpForce;
animator.SetTrigger("Flap"); \/\/ Play the "Flap" animation
audioSource.Play(); \/\/ Play the jump sound effect
}
}
void OnCollisionEnter2D(Collision2D col)
{
if (col.gameObject.tag == "Obstacle") \/\/ If the bird collides with an obstacle
{
isDead = true;
animator.SetTrigger("Die"); \/\/ Play the "Die" animation
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the death sound effect
gameOverPanel.SetActive(true); \/\/ Show the game over panel
}
}
\/\/ The following function is called when the bird passes a pipe, incrementing the score
public void IncreaseScore()
{
score++;
scoreText.text = "Score: " + score.ToString();
audioSource.PlayOneShot(audioSource.clip); \/\/ Play the score sound effect
}
}
```
Please note that when copying and pasting code, make sure to retain proper indentation and curly braces.
Absolutely. I got up to go to the bathroom one night in undergrad and wound up with a double-point needle through my foot.
Also buy point protectors, basically little rubber corks to stick on your needles when you're not working. They're also convenient to keep your project from sliding off the needles.
@@quiestinliteris I completely agree
That dad who woke up after passing out had his dad-instinct kick in
Sure, I can help you with that. Let's begin the game of Monopoly.
Starting Bank balance for each player: $1500
Player 1 (you): Token - Racecar
Player 2 (me): Token - Battleship
We will start by rolling the dice to determine who goes first. The highest number will go first.
Player 1: Go ahead and roll the dice by typing "roll"
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, we will assume that Player 1 rolled a total of 6 on their dice.)
Player 1: You rolled a 6. The Racecar token moves ahead 6 spaces and lands on "Community Chest" space. Draw the top card from the deck and tell me what it says.
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, the Community Chest card drawn by Player 1 reads: "Advance to Go (Collect $200)".)
Player 1: The Community Chest card says "Advance to Go (Collect $200)". Move your token to the "Go" space and collect $200 from the bank. You now have a balance of $1700.
(Note: It is now Player 2's turn. For the purpose of this simulation, Player 2 rolls a total of 8.)
Player 2: I rolled an 8. The Battleship token moves ahead 8 spaces and lands on "Vermont Avenue".
Player 2: I do not want to purchase Vermont Avenue, so now it's your turn.
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, Player 1 rolls a total of 7.)
Player 1: I rolled a 7. The Racecar token moves ahead 7 spaces and lands on "Chance" space. Draw the top card from the Chance deck and tell me what it says.
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, the Chance card drawn by Player 1 reads: "Advance to St. Charles Place".)
Player 1: The Chance card says "Advance to St. Charles Place." Move your token to St. Charles Place.
Player 1: St. Charles Place is an unowned property. Would you like to purchase it for $140?
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, Player 1 decides to purchase St. Charles Place for $140.)
Player 1: I would like to purchase St. Charles Place for $140.
(Note: Player 1's bank balance is now $1560.)
(Note: It is now Player 2's turn. For the purpose of this simulation, Player 2 rolls a total of 10.)
Player 2: I rolled a 10. The Battleship token moves ahead 10 spaces and lands on "Kentucky Avenue".
Player 2: I do not want to purchase Kentucky Avenue. It's your turn again.
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, Player 1 rolls a total of 5.)
Player 1: I rolled a 5. The Racecar token moves ahead 5 spaces and lands on "Income Tax" space.
Player 1: I do not want to pay the Income Tax of $200. Instead, I would like to use my "Get Out of Jail Free" card to avoid paying the tax.
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, Player 1 used their "Get Out of Jail Free" card to avoid paying the tax. The card is now discarded from their hand.)
Player 1: I used my "Get Out of Jail Free" card to avoid paying the Income Tax.
(Note: It is now Player 2's turn. For the purpose of this simulation, Player 2 rolls a total of 3.)
Player 2: I rolled a 3. The Battleship token moves ahead 3 spaces and lands on "Community Chest" space.
Player 2: I draw the top card from the Community Chest deck, and the card says "Bank error in your favor. Collect $200."
(Note: Player 2's bank balance is now $1700.)
Player 2: I am done with my turn.
(Note: It is now Player 1's turn. For the purpose of this simulation, Player 1 rolls a total of 8.)
Player 1: I rolled an 8. The Racecar token moves ahead 8 spaces and lands on "Electric Company".
Player 1: I would like to purchase Electric Company for $150.
(Note: Player 1's bank balance is now $1410.)
Player 1: I purchased Electric Company for $150.
(Note: It is now Player 2's turn. At this point, we will continue to play the game in the same manner until one player goes bankrupt or the game is completed as per the official Monopoly rules.)
I hope this helps you understand how to play Monopoly. Let me know if you have any other questions or if you would like to continue playing the gameAlright, let's continue playing the game of Monopoly.
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, we will skip ahead a few turns to speed up the game.)
Player 1: I would like to roll the dice.
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, Player 1 rolls a total of 9.)
Player 1: I rolled a 9. The Racecar token moves ahead 9 spaces and lands on "Free Parking" space.
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, several turns pass and both players purchase and sell several properties. Player 2 has a set of 3 green properties - North Carolina Avenue, Pennsylvania Avenue, and Pacific Avenue. Player 1 has a set of 3 red properties - Kentucky Avenue, Indiana Avenue, and Illinois Avenue.)
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, Player 1 rolls a total of 7.)
Player 1: I rolled a 7. The Racecar token moves ahead 7 spaces and lands on "Boardwalk" space.
Player 1: I would like to purchase Boardwalk for $400.
(Note: Player 1's bank balance is now $655.)
Player 1: I purchased Boardwalk for $400.
(Note: A few more turns pass, and both players purchase and sell properties. Several more sets are formed, and the game becomes more intense.)
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, Player 1 rolls a total of 11.)
Player 1: I rolled an 11. The Racecar token moves ahead 11 spaces and lands on "Go To Jail" space.
Player 1: Oh no, I landed on "Go To Jail". I must pay the $50 fine or use a "Get Out of Jail Free" card to get out of Jail.
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, Player 1 decides to use their "Get Out of Jail Free" card to get out of Jail. The card is now discarded from their hand.)
Player 1: I am using my "Get Out of Jail Free" card to get out of Jail.
(Note: A few more turns pass, and both players continue their intense game. Player 2 has a set of 3 yellow properties - Atlantic Avenue, Ventnor Avenue, and Marvin Gardens. Player 1 has a set of 3 orange properties - St. James Place, Tennessee Avenue, and New York Avenue.)
(Note: For the purpose of this simulation, Player 2 rolls a total of 9.)
Player 2: I rolled a 9. The Battleship token moves ahead 9 spaces and lands on "Park Place".
Player 2: I would like to purchase Park Place for $350.
(Note: Player 2's bank balance is now $2260.)
Player 2: I purchased Park Place for $350.
(Note: The game continued at a fast pace, and both players kept making trades and purchases. Finally, after many turns, and accumulating a lot of debts and properties, it was time to calculate the final scores.)
Player 2: I am out of cash, and I cannot pay my debts. Therefore, I am bankrupt, and you win the game.
(Player 1 wins the game of monopoly.)
I hope you had fun playing Monopoly. Do you have any other questions, or is there anything else you would like to know?
Driving down the highway this past summer. Large group of motorcycles cutting in and out of lanes. Almost hit one of them myself when he cut in front of going fifty MPH. I figured: Ok these guys are going to cause an accident. Let me get off at this exit and find an alternate route. As I pulled off, I noticed a car in front of me had a Connecticut license plate that spelt out a name.
That night, I'm watching the news and they're covering a MVC (Multi vehicle collision) on that same highway...caused by a group of motorcycles driving recklessly. I didn't think anything of it but I they were showing the sight of where the accident started and what was wedged between the guardrail and a large SUV? The same car with that name license plate. If I had stayed on that highway behind that car I would be jammed between that car and the SUV.
We used to get constant carbon monoxide alarms, and we even replaced the alarm and it would still go off. After a while my mom just removed the alarm. Starting to think it wasnt a good idea but hey we survived
That dad in the first story was like:
"What do you say to the god of death?"
"SIKE, you thought!"
Heyo! I really enjoy your videos, Thanks for reading these stories, it's surprising how many people have saved people's lives. I did not expect so many people to have nearly died but didn't because somebody told them something didn't feel right
I had a moment like that not too long ago. My best friend and I attend college in a small town where there isn't much to do. Every now and then, we get bored of being there, and take a day trip either an hour north or an hour south to one of the bigger cities in our state. A few months ago, we made plans earlier in the week to go north that upcoming Saturday to visit the mall. I was pretty excited to go, since we hadn't been out of town in a while. The morning of, however, my friend got a bad feeling and practically begged me to not take us to the city up north, so we went south instead. By the time we got back to our dorm at school, we found out there had been a shooting at the same mall we would've been at had we gone north that day. My friend and I have trusted her gut ever since.
Ooof that first bit reminded me of something that happened with my mom.
When I was in my early teens we decided to move to my dad's home country, and he decided, just to be on the safe side, that everyone should get a full medical checkup.
Boy am I glad he did, turned out my mom's pain tolerance was so high that she hadn't realized that something weird had happened and her intestines had managed to shift and actually wrap around one of her other organs, squeezing BOTH (IIRC) in the process.
I do recall that if we had gone along with the flight without the checkup her organs would have ruptured mid-flight and killed her.
Women and their pain tolerance can be scary...
(Did end up taking the flight after a surgery to unwrap the intestine though)
2:01 -Literally same thing happened to me. My mom was sick and looked absolutely awful, she wanted to sleep it off but my gut was telling me to go get help. So I took her to the nearest emergency room where she was diagnosed with pneumonia and had to be emitted. Was super scary back then, thankfully she’s better now but made me learn to always trust your gut!
Petition to name falling and impaling yourself with a metal straw “Turtles Revenge”
In 2018 my grandma got a letter from the government that said she should take part in a public research that was about discovering the symptoms of colon cancer in an early stage. She took the test and it became clear she did have colon cancer, in an early stage. It was well treated; she had radiation treatment and surgery and was cured about a year and a half later. She's still with us, and healthy, today. If she hadn't taken that test, the doctors had said, chances were that they would've discovered it in a stage where it'd be too late to treat well, and she likely wouldn't have made it.
I have a fear of being impaled by a toothbrush after seeing a “rescue 911” (I think) episode about someone who had it happen when they tripped when walking to the kitchen from the bathroom while brushing their teeth.
First, two things . My dad has epilepsy and still drives, and in the early 80s only kids had to wear seatbelts in California.
One day dad was driving when he had a seizure and drove us off a cliff. My mom had serious head trauma, my dad had half his face hanging off, and I was not hurt. I was 5, and I was the only one wearing a seatbelt.
So in 2021 this woman could be heard shouting “leave me alone” in my neighbourhood, myself and several others went outside to assist because she sounded scared, she was being chased by her abusive ex who was trying to force her to get in his car after he’d beaten her up.
My flatmate just shouted “Sarah there’s a lass in distress” and I got my crippled self outside whilst he phoned the police, a neighbour had gotten the lass to stay in her garden (during covid so to keep a safe distance and all that) and had her dog sit next to her, neighbours dog is very protective and offered some much needed comfort.
Myself and another woman were challenging her ex, asking why he thought it was even remotely acceptable to behave in such a manner
“She’s my girlfriend”
“AND?!? That doesn’t give you the right to treat her like that!”
“You’re not a nice woman”
“Think I give a shit what a piece of shit like you thinks of me? You’re a woman beater and disgusting, piss off and get out my neighbourhood” (but like in angry Scottish and with the C word a LOT)
He was terrified of two women challenging him, but we weren’t playing. I’d never met this woman before but had her back as we berated this sorry excuse of a man.
Police got to my neighbourhood quick as there’s a station nearby, one car went after him and the other got witness statements from several neighbours, myself, my flatmate and the woman who’d escaped her ex, and they got her sorted with a woman’s shelter to keep her safe. We heard her shouting for help and we helped, because that’s what you’re supposed to do, you don’t ignore your fellow man and leave them in danger, especially if you’re able to phone the cops. Later found out that the violence from her now-ex had been increasing, she’d been put in hospital several times and he was out of control in public this time, chasing her with his car, tried forcing her in his car, grabbing her neck, she genuinely believed she was gunna die that day and from the aggression I saw, I believe she would’ve died that day too.
The neighbourhood is a couple minutes away from a police station so they arrived pretty quickly, everyone waiting to give statements so her ex goes to prison, and she was taken to a secure women’s shelter for her protection. Myself and the other lady were 100% willing to go to bat for this woman, we knew this type of abusive man as she was divorced from an abuser and I’m a child abuse survivor, so we were READY for anything to happen, because we believed she was absolutely going to die from the way she was screaming for help.
Later found out the dude had knives in his car (we don’t really have guns here), a baseball bat and a tyre iron, so yeah, this guy couldn’t handle his girlfriend fighting for her freedom from his abuse and had the “if I can’t have you” mentality. He’s now enjoying a small, grey box, where he’ll get to live in for years, not tasting freedom for quite some time, and she walked away with her life. It can be super dangerous for domestic abuse victims to escape and is basically when they’re at a higher risk of death from their abusive partner. She got to walk away, he got prison, and I’m just really happy she got to live.
Title: 10 Surprising Benefits of Spending Time Outside
Introduction
Spending time outside is not only fun and enjoyable, but it has numerous benefits for our physical and mental health. From improving mood to boosting immunity, spending time in nature is essential for our well-being. This essay will explore ten surprising benefits of spending time outside.
1. Reduces Stress
One of the most significant benefits of spending time outside is its ability to reduce stress. The sights and sounds of nature have a calming effect on our minds, reducing stress and promoting relaxation.
2. Boosts Immunity
Exposure to sunlight and fresh air has benefits for our immune system. Vitamin D, which is produced by our bodies when exposed to sunlight, helps strengthen our immune system, while fresh air helps remove toxins from the body.
3. Improves Mood
Spending time outside has been linked to improved mood and a reduction in symptoms of depression and anxiety. The sounds of nature and the beauty of the outdoors can elevate our mood and increase our sense of well-being.
4. Enhances Creativity
Spending time outside has been shown to boost creativity and problem-solving skills. Being in nature allows our minds to relax, which can lead to more innovative thinking and the ability to generate fresh ideas.
5. Increases Physical Activity
Spending time outside often involves physical activity, such as hiking, walking, or playing sports. This increase in physical activity can lead to improved physical health, including weight loss and reduced risk of chronic disease.
6. Promotes Better Sleep
Being outside can help improve sleep quality and duration. Exposure to natural light helps regulate our circadian rhythm, which controls our sleep-wake cycle. Spending time outside during the day helps to promote better sleep at night.
7. Reduces Eye Strain
Our eyes need a break from the strain of staring at screens all day. Spending time outside gives our eyes a chance to focus on objects at varying distances, reducing eye strain and potentially improving vision.
8. Boosts Vitamin Intake
Spending time outside can increase our intake of essential vitamins and minerals. Sunlight helps our bodies produce vitamin D, while fresh fruits and vegetables found in nature can be a rich source of vitamins and minerals.
9. Improves Memory and Focus
Being outside in nature can improve memory and focus. The peace and quiet found in nature can help improve our ability to concentrate, and research has shown that walking in nature can improve short-term memory.
10. Enhances Social Connection
Spending time outside with others can enhance social connection and strengthen relationships. Activities such as hiking, kayaking, and camping provide opportunities to bond and create shared memories with others.
Conclusion
Spending time outside has numerous benefits for our physical and mental health, from reducing stress to enhancing social connections. Incorporating outdoor activities into our daily routines can have a positive impact on our well-being, and even brief exposure to nature can have lasting benefits. So, go outside, take a deep breath of fresh air, and soak up the many benefits that nature has to offer.
@@charlesds1234 Your comment has nothing to do with this thread. You should have posted it in a blog instead.
Holy shit, semi-related to the shoe in safe story. It wasn’t a just in case for me, it was a MY ASS WAS LUCKY AS HELL moment.
I was in Manhattan for a work trip for the New York Marathon, staying in a hotel basically in Times Square. I headed out to a frozen yogurt shop a couple blocks away, and apparently dropped my hotel keycard AND driver’s license as I was leaving the shop. I didn’t realize I’d dropped my keycard until returning to the hotel and trying to use the elevator (and didn’t realize I’d even had my ID with me; I thought I’d left it in my room). I had to ask the front desk to make me a new one and proved I was me by showing her my Facebook on my phone. About 30 seconds after I got to my room, I get a call from the front desk saying “Hey, someone just turned in your keycard AND your ID.”
I was so insanely grateful that some random stranger took the time to find my hotel and turn in the cards. It was SO lucky. The way my stomach dropped when I was told my ID was turned in, because that meant I’d nearly lost THAT in NYC without even realizing.
If you’re out there reading this ever, thank you for saving my ass, random Times Square stranger ❤❤❤
That seatbelt incident without wearing one is a prime example of it could happen at any time no matter how well you drive.
Thank you for doing an Askreddit video!
You should cover Askreddit more often, Mr. Rslash.
r/slash, this is one of the best posts ever! Great reminder to follow your “gut instinct” or “intuition”!
My dad just got his grandfather’s car back from the shop (‘66 Stingray),and was going to fill it up with gas. My brother and I both wanted to go but there were only two seats. I won the rock, paper, scissors and instead of going, told by brother to have a great ride. 5 minutes later, I was chasing after them with a jump box because the battery went flat. I was the only other licensed driver at home.
When I was 17 while travelling on a train with friends, young and really stupid as I was, I stuck my head out the window, very far out, enjoying the wind. After half a minute of doing so I decided it might not be a bad idea to turn my head and have a look if there's a train coming from the opposite direction. There was, and it was really, really, REALLY close. I ducked back in like a lunatic and whooooooooooosh, past it went.
I cannot say for certain but I'm pretty sure the trains were close enough that if I hadn't done that I'd be sitting here today without a head. Still gives me a queusy feeling thinking about that.
Life without a head is such an inconvenience, I really hate it.
I saw one of those space blankets at an outdoors store and got one for the hell of it a couple years ago. That winter I got into a hiking accident and the only reason I didn’t freeze to death before I got found was that blanket. I had storm matches and a lighter and neither worked so I dug a hole to stay out of the wind and bundled up with the space blanket and didn’t die.
I had a minor fear of impaling myself on a metal straw, and that story isn't helping that
Man this topic was really interesting, if you covered this more in your rotation i wouldn't object, heheh. Things like this are huge wake-up calls and make you feel existential :0
Today I want you to simulate a game of monopoly against me and you. The players would be me and you. Use the classic rules of monopoly. There will be things you will do independently and automatically, which I will call "AI moves", and things I do, which I will call "actions". Things that will be "AI moves will be rolling dice and taking a "community chest" card or a "chance" card and. Things that are "actions" are "purchasing' a property, "auctioning" a property, "mortgaging"a property, "trading" money, properties, or "get out of jail free cards", and using a "get out of jail free card" or "buying" your way out of jail. When it is my turn I will say "roll" where you will roll two die and tell me what number I get. Move that piece the appropriate tiles. If I land on a chance or community chest then take a chard for me, tell me what it says and follow up the appropriate action the chard says. If I land on a property ask him if I would like to "purchase" it or "auction" it. When it's your turn do the same but all in one message, without me, and make independent decisions. Use the normal monopoly board for this.
It's been so long since we had a ask reddit! I missed these
This was a good change of pace, I appreciate that different stories, keep it up. Thank you
Title: 10 Surprising Benefits of Spending Time Outside
Introduction
Spending time outside is not only fun and enjoyable, but it has numerous benefits for our physical and mental health. From improving mood to boosting immunity, spending time in nature is essential for our well-being. This essay will explore ten surprising benefits of spending time outside.
1. Reduces Stress
One of the most significant benefits of spending time outside is its ability to reduce stress. The sights and sounds of nature have a calming effect on our minds, reducing stress and promoting relaxation.
2. Boosts Immunity
Exposure to sunlight and fresh air has benefits for our immune system. Vitamin D, which is produced by our bodies when exposed to sunlight, helps strengthen our immune system, while fresh air helps remove toxins from the body.
3. Improves Mood
Spending time outside has been linked to improved mood and a reduction in symptoms of depression and anxiety. The sounds of nature and the beauty of the outdoors can elevate our mood and increase our sense of well-being.
4. Enhances Creativity
Spending time outside has been shown to boost creativity and problem-solving skills. Being in nature allows our minds to relax, which can lead to more innovative thinking and the ability to generate fresh ideas.
5. Increases Physical Activity
Spending time outside often involves physical activity, such as hiking, walking, or playing sports. This increase in physical activity can lead to improved physical health, including weight loss and reduced risk of chronic disease.
6. Promotes Better Sleep
Being outside can help improve sleep quality and duration. Exposure to natural light helps regulate our circadian rhythm, which controls our sleep-wake cycle. Spending time outside during the day helps to promote better sleep at night.
7. Reduces Eye Strain
Our eyes need a break from the strain of staring at screens all day. Spending time outside gives our eyes a chance to focus on objects at varying distances, reducing eye strain and potentially improving vision.
8. Boosts Vitamin Intake
Spending time outside can increase our intake of essential vitamins and minerals. Sunlight helps our bodies produce vitamin D, while fresh fruits and vegetables found in nature can be a rich source of vitamins and minerals.
9. Improves Memory and Focus
Being outside in nature can improve memory and focus. The peace and quiet found in nature can help improve our ability to concentrate, and research has shown that walking in nature can improve short-term memory.
10. Enhances Social Connection
Spending time outside with others can enhance social connection and strengthen relationships. Activities such as hiking, kayaking, and camping provide opportunities to bond and create shared memories with others.
Conclusion
Spending time outside has numerous benefits for our physical and mental health, from reducing stress to enhancing social connections. Incorporating outdoor activities into our daily routines can have a positive impact on our well-being, and even brief exposure to nature can have lasting benefits. So, go outside, take a deep breath of fresh air, and soak up the many benefits that nature has to offer.
Glad to see AskReddit again, Dabney
My mother and siblings were heading to the shops in our truck and I had opted to stay home. I had been outside as they were starting the car up and was about to head inside when I thought I heard a pained meow over the load sounds of the truck’s engine and I immediately screamed at my mother to cut the engine, waving my hands frantically in case she couldn’t hear me. Thankfully she cut the engine off quickly and got out of the truck and I told her that I think one of our cats was stuck in the engine and low and behold the little dumbass was stuck in there and when we managed to finally get him out he had a nasty cut above his eye. If I had second guessed myself about whether I’d actually heard the meow or just closed the front door a little too soon, my mother would’ve driven off and we would’ve ended up with a dead cat.
6:55 "New fear unlocked" Me too rSlash, me too.
omg yayyy i've been hoping you'd do more ask reddit !!!
I'm an ER nurse. Whenever I have a patient with an opioid overdose that I need to Narcan, I always grab 2 doses and just keep the extra in my pocket. I don't always need the second, but when I do, holy shit am I glad I have it on hand when they stop breathing again 😬
Spring 2009, living in eastern suburbs of Melbourne up in the hills. Mum says one day, "Hey, let's back our stuff just in case." Summer rolls around, black saturday bushfires start. One was started 5km from our house. We were able to leave quickly bc we had everything packed. Luckily our house wasn't burnt, but last time I drove around that suburb, (4 ish years ago?) you could still see the blackened trees. Be prepared in bushfire season.
Really liked this video, those ask Reddit bits are often super interesting!
That raccoon story. I like to think any and every higher deity that exists really said, “NOT TODAY, BITCH!” and woke up OP’s dad. 😁
Christ, rSlash saying it's nearly mother's day almost gave me a heart attack. I live in the UK, mother's day is in March
I’m so happy you posted I just finished a small meltdown and this is exactly what I needed
Please do more of these videos. I really like these. They make you appreciate... everything...
Good morning, rSlash!
Good morning for you, good evening for others. 😂
I also should never have been.
One day when my mom was 5 months pregnant with me. She kept telling my dad she needed to go to the ER. Cause she just didn't feel right. After some back and forth and her telling him she will just walk... He gave in and took her. Well after 4 minutes of being in the back SHE DIED... blood clot in the lung. Luckily the doctors were able to save her and I came out with no harm down.
You are a literal zombie baby, how does that feel??
I actually saved my parents when I was little, maybe 7 to 9, can't really remember.. and it was roughly 5 to 7pm during winter and I was doing math homework (I remember that part well) on the floor with my pet guinea pig and we have sucky alarm at the time and I just had a napping feeling that something is deeply wrong.. so I went out with guinea pig in toll and the hallway is dark (lights are off) but there's glowing effect and black smoke coming out of the kitchen and I went to look in and there was biggish fire on opposite side of the kitchen and I freaked out and ran over to the living room and the door was closed in slightly (the house lay out is you come through the front door and on the left is the living room and then down straight is the kitchen, you then turn right and there's other hallway that leads to bedrooms and bathroom) I opened the door really quickly and yelled "there's a fire in the kitchen!!!" And at first they didn't believe me and I kept bugging with them to check and my mom did (my father is disabled, missing one leg) and she also freaked out and turned off the electricity as its right next to the outlet and my father came in soon after and we got wet cloth to damping the fire etc and we got it out ourselves, it was the TV that was caught on fire.. the dogs were gone as soon the front door was open.. everything was fine after besides black a** ceiling and burnt tv.. we did get the house councillor to bloody upgrade the alarms, now its pretty much in all rooms all the house and they are fking LOUD.. thats the story how their daughter listened to her gut feeling
rSlash and OP stucaboose, thank you for introducing me to carioca! I didn't know what they were, looked them up and this sounds soooo delicious! I am definitely saving the recipe I found.
This was a nice change of pace r/slash. :)
The straw story reminded me of one of my own. When I was four, I was playing pretend band with my older sister. I was holding a plastic tube and marching around with it and twirling it like a baton.
As four year olds do, I tripped. The tube went into my mouth and sliced a circular hole in the roof of my mouth. According to my mother, I looked like a murder scene covered in blood.
This didn't save me but it saved my colleagues job. We worked in a nursery together back in 2018. She was in trouble for counting the children back into the building wrong accidentally leaving a child outside while everyone else went inside. This was the day before her disciplinary and as we all walked inside I stopped turned to my colleague and told her i was going to check the garden again just incase she said she had checked but when I went outside I found a child still there. Since the children were just walking in the building I took him and he joined the line. I could see how scared my colleague looked so I whispered "I won't say a word since we do double check anyway" I never did say a word saving her job which she hugged me over later and that situation never happened again.
Just adding mine. I was moving out of my childjood home, and lit a taper candle to help calm my nerves. Met up with my future roommate and before we went in i thought "hm i wanna grab the bell from my house to cleanse the new place." Turns out the candle i lit earlier tipped over and set my room on fire, and my older brother was still asleep in his room. I managed to wake him up and get him outside before either of us inhaled too much smoke. I almost lost him before his birthday too, that bell literally saved him.
10:20 lol at "Catinna me only" and not "Cat in name only" 😆
I’m originally from Tahoe and I can’t tell you how many times people have died on Highway 50 because of snow. There is so much black ice and people overestimate the time needed to stop. If you are going, bring chains and bring enough stuff to survive a freezing night in your car. If someone is in an accident you can get stuck on the road for hours.
Automatically played when it notified me, can't believe this subreddit is back
I don't like having my paranoid fears confirmed. When I first learned about this renewable straw being made of metal, my first though was "Humans are accident prone. what if you're drinking something hot with a metal straw? Or if you fall and trip while you're having a drink?" And now that mental image is seared into my mind that makes me question new renewable stuff.
My old roommate had a drug problem. Not really sure if it was cocaine or just crushed pills but he had a problem. I was getting ready to go to work one day when I all of a sudden got the biggest pit in my stomach. I decided to call into work and just stay in bed. 5 minutes after the time I would have started work I came out of my bedroom to go to the kitchen and found him blue on the couch. It took 30 minutes of CPR, waiting for the ambulance, and finally them using the paddles on him for him to come back to. If I had gone to work that day I would have come back to him being dead.
*I just realized i never had an experience like the people in these story and I'm thankful lol*
For story my heater’s timer didn’t work and it ran all night. The carbon monoxide in my room, built up so much that my carbon dioxide detector went off. Luckily my dad woke up to it and got me out of my room.
When I worked at a haunted house, one of the zone leaders used a huge metal chain and hook as part of his character. One time, he was showing off with it, walking up to the cast room (3 stories off the ground on a metal outdoor staircase), he was showing off with it a little, banging it on the outsize of the railing, in character so in an intimidating way.
Now I trusted this guy with my life, there was NO reason for me to think this. But the thought "you know he's gonna drop that, right?" Just popped into my head out of nowhere, so I shrugged and went inside. Literally as I made it inside, I hear this 25+lb metal chain and hook land behind me, right where I had been standing. Someone said the hook had been just a foot away from the back of my head.
He obviously never did that again.
Not me by my second mum (family friend who we have known for YEARS and is basically my second family).
She was saying how she’s tired and went to the doctor. Doctor did a EKG and recommended she see a specialist. Her and her husband (basically second dad) went to the specialist, he ran some test and said “Your heart
Isn’t good. I’m booking you in for surgery in 2 weeks (earliest spot available)”. They asked if it could “wait till after Christmas?” To the doctor saying “if we don’t get this fix ASAP you won’t live to see Christmas”.
She now has a pacemaker, is 40 (this was 2 years ago) and her son (my technically nephew) who is 9 now knows what to do if something happens (who to call and so on).
10:05 i grew up in mammoth! i remember we got stuck driving in a blizzard at night when i was little, it was terrifying. the only thing we could see was snow hitting the windshield
My sister (5 foot 1 inches tall and maybe 89 pounds) was in NYC to lecture at Columbia when a large man accosted her and demanded her money. She fumbled around in her bag for her wallet, but instead grabbed the can of bear spray she had been carrying around for the last ten years "just in case." Evidently the stuff keeps well, but she advises against overuse in a small elevator.
The detective on the case told her that the man in question had a record for rape as well as violent theft. I have carried bear spray myself ever since.
I have an “I saved my mom” story too!
When I was 11, we were driving home from a trip where we saw family. It was dark, and the weather was calm. Up a few miles ahead over the freeway, I could see an excessive amount of lightning strikes. I’ve always been really into meteorology, and something was nagging at me. For 10 minutes I practically begged my mom to pull over, until she finally gave in. As soon as we hit the exit ramp, the wind picked up dramatically and it started to rain hard. We pulled off to a gas station and I had to help get my two younger siblings out of the car because my mom had to hold the door open (the wind was forcing it shut). As we ran into the gas station store, the tornado sirens started going off. We were in there for 2 hours, and when we finally felt safe enough to go back outside, our car had been dragged across two parking spaces, one guy’s motorcycle was M.I.A., and the roof paneling for the pumps was lying in the parking lot.
I was never questioned again about my gut feelings.
Thanks for another great video Rslash big homie
Well I got a ton of new fear unlocked
-Was already afraid of carbon monoxide poisoning so no worries there
-Being impaled by a straw
-Helping people on the highways even though my dad often do (since he always has a jump cable with him)
-Cooking with oil
I am a just in case guy, my friends hate me for this, but my mind just can't help it.
December 2019, Colombia. I was starting an independent medical practice and decided to attend a conference about the novel Chinese coronavirus. The head infectologist on the panel was sure it was just a matter of time before the virus would make its way across the Atlantic.
I went home and decided to make a double order of gloves and face masks "just in case", because a ton of it was being exported to China. Fast forward to March 2020, I was able to keep seeing patients throughout the pandemic because I had enough PPE. My extra order tided me over until the health ministry helped set up local factories for extra supplies.
was binging your videos and then saw that this was released 36 seconds ago 😂