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Matthew Martin's avatar

As someone who hates running, if I read something about running and it makes me want to go for a run, you can consider it a success.

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Elsa Ery's avatar

Try ‘What I Talk About When I Talk About Running’ by Haruki Murakami. You'll find his running song recommendations too!

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Ana Bosch's avatar

I will! Thank you Elsa.

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Ana Bosch's avatar

So, did you get the trainers on?

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Matthew Martin's avatar

I went for a walk, that’s half way there, right?

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Ana Bosch's avatar

75% You got this.

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Samantha Mozart's avatar

I can so-o-o relate to this, Ana. I, too, am looking for a job. Have been for months and, even though I know I am the perfect fit, I get the same AI response. And, I'm, like, what the actual ... you know. Did a human even read my resume and cover letter that I took days to prepare? It seems not, nor did a human write the rejection email. Is the entity really seeking to hire or are they just getting free advertising for their business? I get to the point where I wonder why bother? Maybe someone out of the blue will just discover me and beg to hire me. But, I go on, because I need to earn the money to pay someone to mow my lawn before the weeds get too dense. And, then, it's my age -- 83. Who wants to hire an 83-year-old? But, I have to work. Luckily, I found someone to help me create a resume that makes me seem half my age. I just had to leave out the 65 years of experience I offer. Wishing you the best. With your talent, let's hope an actual human will find you soon.

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Ana Bosch's avatar

Wow Samantha! 83 and looking for a job. I do really hope you find something you truly love, and get to work with PEOPLE who appreciate the effort. And that you get to see a lovely lawn… or let it grow… one man’s weed is another man’s rose. A big hug of encouragement from here, this is not an AI generated message.

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Samantha Mozart's avatar

Thanks for the support and hug, Ana. The same back to you. I know you're not AI generated. 😊 That is obvious. Too much compassion.

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Evelyn Fox's avatar

This almost makes me want to try running... almost. Moving to escape the mind is possibly the best thing I learnt in my late 20's. And I have never related more to seeing those photos of a child self, so radiant yet so blind.

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Ana Bosch's avatar

I recommend starting, albeit slowly to avoid hating it right off the bat. Thanks for dropping by Evelyn.

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