u/Lazohazo

I keep seeing people online talk about blue‑collar jobs and how much money they make, and honestly the pay looks really good. I’m trying to get stable and eventually live on my own, so I’ve been thinking about whether I could do something in that field.

But I’m also trying to be realistic about who I am. I’m a gay man, I’m a homebody, I’m quiet, and I don’t really like getting dirty unless I absolutely have to. I also worry about long shifts (like 10–12 hours) draining me mentally or physically. I’m not lazy — I can work hard when I’m in a rhythm — but I don’t know if I’d be able to stick it out in that kind of environment.

I’m just wondering if anyone with a similar personality or similar concerns went into a blue‑collar job and ended up being glad they did. Did you get used to the work? Was the schedule manageable? Do you actually get enough days off? And is the pay really worth it?

I’m not trying to stereotype the field at all — I’m just trying to figure out if someone with my personality and lifestyle could realistically do this kind of work and build a stable life from it.

I keep seeing people online talk about blue‑collar jobs and how much money they make, and honestly, the pay looks really good. I’m trying to get stable and eventually live on my own, so I’ve been thinking about whether I could do something in that field.

But I’m also trying to be realistic about who I am. I’m a gay man, I’m a homebody, I’m quiet, and I don’t really like getting dirty unless I absolutely have to. I also worry about long shifts (like 10–12 hours) draining me mentally or physically. I’m not lazy — I can work hard when I’m in a rhythm — but I don’t know if I’d be able to stick it out in that kind of environment.

I’m just wondering if anyone with a similar personality or similar concerns went into a blue‑collar job and ended up being glad they did. Did you get used to the work? Was the schedule manageable? Do you actually get enough days off? And is the pay really worth it?

I’m not trying to stereotype the field at all — I’m just trying to figure out if someone with my personality and lifestyle could realistically do this kind of work and build a stable life from it.

Edit: I have read everybody’s comments. I want to say thanks for the input, and that some of the input was just actually funny. First thing is that I guess it seemed like I was more concerned about being gay, but not really. I could honestly care less what people thought about it, second, I wouldn’t really just be telling people that I am. I think I am just going to go for it.

I’ve been looking for a Sterile Processing & Distribution Technician job for about two months now. In my area, I barely see any openings. But when I search the same job title in general, I notice a TON of SPD jobs in Los Angeles.

For anyone who works in LA hospitals or lives in that area — why are there so many SPD openings there? Is it because the hospitals are bigger, higher turnover, more facilities, or something else?

Just curious if someone from LA can explain why that area has so many SPD positions compared to other parts of California.

I’m trying to find the name of a TV show (not a movie) I watched years ago. It was about a white family with two daughters. Their neighbor across the street was a single mom with a young son. The neighbor’s son ends up murdered, and at first the police think the dad did it. Later it’s revealed the neighbor’s son was actually the dad’s biological son from an affair.

There was also a male friend staying with the family who was suspected at one point. The twist at the end is that the youngest daughter killed the neighbor boy, and they find her shoes hidden outside in a grate. I think the family leaves town at the end.

Does anyone know what show this is?

EDIT: Found the show

I’m trying to find the name of a TV show (not a movie) I watched years ago. It was about a white family with two daughters. Their neighbor across the street was a single mom with a young son. The neighbor’s son ends up murdered, and at first the police think the dad did it. Later it’s revealed the neighbor’s son was actually the dad’s biological son from an affair.

There was also a male friend staying with the family who was suspected at one point. The twist at the end is that the youngest daughter killed the neighbor boy, and they find her shoes hidden outside in a grate. I think the family leaves town at the end.

Does anyone know what show this is?

EDIT: FOUND THE SHOW

I’m trying to learn more about IT careers and I’m a little confused about what paths exist. I want to know:

• What IT jobs you can get without school where they train you on the job
• What IT jobs do require school or certifications
• Which ones pay well and have good long‑term growth

I’m not looking for coding or software engineering — more hands‑on or technical support type work. I just want to understand what options people have taken, what worked for you, and what the pay looks like.

If you work in IT, what job did you start with, did you need school for it, and how did the pay progress over time?

Thanks for any advice.

I’m in my 30s and realized I never actually learned how to type properly. Back in school I didn’t take the typing lessons seriously, so now I still have to look down at the keyboard every time I type. I want to finally learn how to touch‑type the right way and build real muscle memory. For anyone who had to relearn typing as an adult, what helped you the most — websites, apps, games, or something else?

I’m a guy, and I’ve been friends with this girl since 2019. We met at work, got close fast, hung out all the time, and even met each other’s families. It was a real friendship, not surface‑level.

But for the last year and a half (maybe longer), it feels like she slowly stopped talking to me. She wouldn’t answer my texts, wouldn’t pick up calls, and sometimes wouldn’t reply at all. At first, I didn’t take it personally because she worked a lot, and eventually she picked up a second job. She was also trying to stay consistent with her workouts for her own health and routine.

When she finally replied once, she told me that sometimes my negativity affected her mood. I understood that. I gave her space. I tried to work on myself. I wasn’t trying to drag her down or bother her.

But even after giving her space, she still barely responded. She told me she forgets to reply sometimes — even to her family — because she gets home late and is exhausted. I believed her. But the pattern never changed.

The last real conversation we had was this past December, right before her knee surgery. She said we could hang out while she was recovering since she’d be home. I reached out twice during that time — no response at all. That was the last time we talked.

I’m introverted, I forget birthdays (even my own family’s), and maybe that bothered her too. I honestly don’t know. I just feel like she doesn’t want to be friends anymore but didn’t want to say it directly.

I’m not mad. I’m not trying to blame her. I just miss the friendship we had, and I’m curious what other people think.
Does it sound like she quietly ended the friendship, or is this just what happens when people get older and life gets heavier?

I’m on ACNH right now, and my island is super overgrown with weeds. If anyone is free and wants to come over to pick them, I’ll pay 99k bells.

Nothing complicated — just walk around and grab whatever weeds you see. If you’re available, let me know, and I’ll send the Dodo code.

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I’m applying for Sterile Processing Technician positions at Sutter Health, and I’m trying to understand how competitive their hiring process is — especially for someone who’s newly certified.

I have my CBSPD certification, so I technically meet the requirements for the SPD roles they post. But I’m not sure if Sutter actually hires new techs, or if they prefer people with experience or internal candidates. I’ve heard mixed things about how selective they are, and I’m curious what the reality is.

For anyone who works at Sutter or has applied before:

• Is it hard to get hired there?
• Do they hire new sterile processing techs, or do you need prior experience?
• Do they mostly hire internally?
• Did you get in through applying directly, or did you start in another department first?
• How long did it take to hear back?

I’m just trying to get a realistic idea of what the hiring process is like and whether it’s normal to feel like your applications disappear into a void. Any insight or personal experience would really help.

Thanks in advance.

I’m applying for Sterile Processing Technician positions at Kaiser Permanente, and I’m trying to understand how realistic it is to get hired there as someone who’s newly certified.

I have my CBSPD certification, so I technically qualify for the SPD roles they list. But I’m not sure if Kaiser actually hires new techs, or if they mostly hire internally. I’ve heard mixed things — some people say you need connections, others say it’s just competitive, and some say it depends on the facility.

For anyone who works at Kaiser or has applied before:

• Is it genuinely hard to get hired there?
• Do they hire new sterile processing techs, or do you need prior experience?
• Do they prefer internal candidates?
• Did you get in through applying directly, or did you start in another role first?
• How long did it take you to hear back?

I’m just trying to get a realistic picture of what the hiring process is like and whether it’s normal to feel like your applications disappear into a void. Any experiences or advice would help a lot.

Thanks in advance.