That's not a simple question to answer. In fact, it's not really one question, so I'll pick two examples:
In terms of domestic appliances like the automatic washing machine and cooker, technology has freed women from a lot of drudgery which kept them subjugated.
On the other hand, education seems to have suffered as young people are bombarded with a huge number of snippets of information, rather than studying, or understanding anything in any depth. Also, I fear there is a rising incidence of mental health issues amongst students as they try to navigate the world of information technology and social interaction changes.
Having done a lot of family laundry by hand, not to mention other labour intensive work, I really, really like washing machines.
I also like having communication and information at my fingertips.
But I live a pretty simple life because I find 'the real world' (aka the rather odd construct we know have) rather overwhelming. I think it's unhealthy on so many levels.
If I won the lottery, I'd be looking to take a few steps backwards.
I think this might count as another celebrity passing. Bodey was a super star who shined bright for so many and never failed to draw out smiles, even on sad days.
I really don't know how you'd go about finding a job in another country.
Maybe there are work agencies in the countries you'd consider working in which deal with international employment, or government agencies which help with finding work as a foreigner.
I guess you'd need a visa and such like doing it through those channels. Maybe this is your problem. You sound a bit desperate.
I hope someone can help you out with better information and advice than I can.
It sounds to me like your ex is trying to behave professionally in work, whilst maintaining a very clear boundary that any contact with you is work related only.
Perhaps he is aware that you have not come to terms with the ending of your relationship and that's why he doesn'the smile, say hello, or give you any ideas of encouragement.
Unfortunately, as you are work colleagues, you have to remain professional, no matter how much it hurts. Ignoring him completely is not an option and will only reflect poorly on you as an employee.
I think you may need to accept that it's over, take a deep breath and act like you're colleagues, whatever you're feeling inside. You're in that very difficult position where your grieving has to be done outside the workplace.
@Serene... I did have a fleeting bit of imagery in my mind of Screaming Lord Sutch's reaction had he ever got voted in as Prime minister.
I'm not 100% sure on this, but I think (and hope) the Queen still has the power of veto on this side of the pond. I think she can call upon the armies of the commonwealth should she need to make some political...ummm...rearrangements.
Assuming those powers haven't been removed in recent history, I vote we keep the Queen.
He may well be deluded in crediting the American voters with more sense than they've actually got, but one thing you can be sure of: Obama's not stupid enough to have voted for a laughable, cheap TV star for president of one of the biggest and most powerful countries in the world.
Have you any idea how dumb-struck the rest of the world is at the US's collective behaviour atm? Can you see the rest of the world cringing in embarrassment for you? Look out for the fixed smiles as the rest of the world's politicians have to deal with that muppet you voted in.
(Sorry, that was probably unfair of me. Muppets have more credibility as responsible world leaders.)
jac_the_gripper Forum Posts (5,363)
RE: Technology, good or bad?
That's not a simple question to answer. In fact, it's not really one question, so I'll pick two examples:In terms of domestic appliances like the automatic washing machine and cooker, technology has freed women from a lot of drudgery which kept them subjugated.
On the other hand, education seems to have suffered as young people are bombarded with a huge number of snippets of information, rather than studying, or understanding anything in any depth. Also, I fear there is a rising incidence of mental health issues amongst students as they try to navigate the world of information technology and social interaction changes.
Having done a lot of family laundry by hand, not to mention other labour intensive work, I really, really like washing machines.
I also like having communication and information at my fingertips.
But I live a pretty simple life because I find 'the real world' (aka the rather odd construct we know have) rather overwhelming. I think it's unhealthy on so many levels.
If I won the lottery, I'd be looking to take a few steps backwards.