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So in a debt finance situation, the person purchasing the debt (for example, a company performing a leveraged buyout) is the debtor and the financial institutions selling the debt facility are creditors. Creditors and debtors are just umbrella terms used for any sort of debt arrangement
I agree 100% with you it is emotionally draining and it can have an impact on a person's mental health the rejections. I am a big football supporter so I watch football weekly and watch my team play so that gets my mind off applications. Also, I am a big WWE fan so always watch wrestling weekly. Also, I am not going to say which team I support as it will cause a huge debate here.Hey all!
One thing I really don't miss about the application cycle is how emotionally and psychologically draining it can be, and the negative impact it can take on applicants' mental health. I'm almost even more conscious of that now, I think largely due to being a part of the forum and seeing that impact objectively across so many people.
It's also got me thinking, though, about the importance of having hobbies or pastimes as an outlet away from things like the application cycle, and I'd be really interested to hear about your outside interests and how you use them for headspace and to get away from some of the stressors of applications!
My "main" hobby for the last six months or so has been getting into coffee - I bought a decent espresso machine at the end of last year and, as I started to read more about coffee more generally, it's really piqued my interest and it's fair to say I've gone down the rabbit hole! I've also got more into different styles of coffee, so making pour-overs etc as well as espresso and espresso-based drinks like lattes and flat whites. I love it because, no matter how much I improve, there's always more to learn and improve on - I think it feeds into my enjoyment of having something there that, although fundamentally a hobby, is also really mentally stimulating and I never feel like I'm wasting time because I'm learning and developing a skillset.
I've been focussing most recently on my latte art! Still a lot of improving to do but I'm finally starting to make some progress with it. This was one of my morning flat whites from a few days ago
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Thank you very much for this and I understand as I studied debt and equity finance on m,y LLB in Company Law so it came to mind.So in a debt finance situation, the person purchasing the debt (for example, a company performing a leveraged buyout) is the debtor and the financial institutions selling the debt facility are creditors. Creditors and debtors are just umbrella terms used for any sort of debt arrangement
Haha as an Arsenal fan I doubt watching your team causes as much annoyance as watching Arsenal does for me, especially this season 😂😭Hey all!
One thing I really don't miss about the application cycle is how emotionally and psychologically draining it can be, and the negative impact it can take on applicants' mental health. I'm almost even more conscious of that now, I think largely due to being a part of the forum and seeing that impact objectively across so many people.
It's also got me thinking, though, about the importance of having hobbies or pastimes as an outlet away from things like the application cycle, and I'd be really interested to hear about your outside interests and how you use them for headspace and to get away from some of the stressors of applications!
My "main" hobby for the last six months or so has been getting into coffee - I bought a decent espresso machine at the end of last year and, as I started to read more about coffee more generally, it's really piqued my interest and it's fair to say I've gone down the rabbit hole! I've also got more into different styles of coffee, so making pour-overs etc as well as espresso and espresso-based drinks like lattes and flat whites. I love it because, no matter how much I improve, there's always more to learn and improve on - I think it feeds into my enjoyment of having something there that, although fundamentally a hobby, is also really mentally stimulating and I never feel like I'm wasting time because I'm learning and developing a skillset.
I've been focussing most recently on my latte art! Still a lot of improving to do but I'm finally starting to make some progress with it. This was one of my morning flat whites from a few days ago
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Did someone ask for a huge debate?
Luckily you got your TC as that would be even more depressing TC applications and football bad results but don't worry I hope you lot get a new owner that Spotify guy and hope he buys Arsenal.Haha as an Arsenal fan I doubt watching your team causes as much annoyance as watching Arsenal does for me, especially this season 😂😭
For me, my outlet has always been sport, with field hockey in particular being my biggest focus away from applications. Training with senior internationals twice a week and playing matches at a weekend definitely gets your mind away from applications as instead, you're just focussing on trying to keep up with those guys haha. I suppose the post-training/post-match beers are always a welcome distraction too
You attempted any swans as of yet? Always thought that was the mark of an elite level barista hahaHey all!
One thing I really don't miss about the application cycle is how emotionally and psychologically draining it can be, and the negative impact it can take on applicants' mental health. I'm almost even more conscious of that now, I think largely due to being a part of the forum and seeing that impact objectively across so many people.
It's also got me thinking, though, about the importance of having hobbies or pastimes as an outlet away from things like the application cycle, and I'd be really interested to hear about your outside interests and how you use them for headspace and to get away from some of the stressors of applications!
My "main" hobby for the last six months or so has been getting into coffee - I bought a decent espresso machine at the end of last year and, as I started to read more about coffee more generally, it's really piqued my interest and it's fair to say I've gone down the rabbit hole! I've also got more into different styles of coffee, so making pour-overs etc as well as espresso and espresso-based drinks like lattes and flat whites. I love it because, no matter how much I improve, there's always more to learn and improve on - I think it feeds into my enjoyment of having something there that, although fundamentally a hobby, is also really mentally stimulating and I never feel like I'm wasting time because I'm learning and developing a skillset.
I've been focussing most recently on my latte art! Still a lot of improving to do but I'm finally starting to make some progress with it. This was one of my morning flat whites from a few days ago
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Thank you! As I say, still got a way to go and more to learn but it's nice to start seeing some results!
Not yet! Still working on rosettas etc and need to be an elite level wiggler before a swan is on the cards! Hearts and stacked tulips are all anyone's getting for now lol
I really love this post and it’s got me craving a flat white!!Hey all!
One thing I really don't miss about the application cycle is how emotionally and psychologically draining it can be, and the negative impact it can take on applicants' mental health. I'm almost even more conscious of that now, I think largely due to being a part of the forum and seeing that impact objectively across so many people.
It's also got me thinking, though, about the importance of having hobbies or pastimes as an outlet away from things like the application cycle, and I'd be really interested to hear about your outside interests and how you use them for headspace and to get away from some of the stressors of applications!
My "main" hobby for the last six months or so has been getting into coffee - I bought a decent espresso machine at the end of last year and, as I started to read more about coffee more generally, it's really piqued my interest and it's fair to say I've gone down the rabbit hole! I've also got more into different styles of coffee, so making pour-overs etc as well as espresso and espresso-based drinks like lattes and flat whites. I love it because, no matter how much I improve, there's always more to learn and improve on - I think it feeds into my enjoyment of having something there that, although fundamentally a hobby, is also really mentally stimulating and I never feel like I'm wasting time because I'm learning and developing a skillset.
I've been focussing most recently on my latte art! Still a lot of improving to do but I'm finally starting to make some progress with it. This was one of my morning flat whites from a few days ago
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, and tomorrow night I’m going to be doing tacos (watch this space and will let you guys know how I get on!!)
I think that Eleanor Oliphant is completly fine is one of the best books I have ever read!I really love this post and it’s got me craving a flat white!!
I rediscovered my love of reading and find it is something which helps me to wind down. Some of my favourite books I’ve read recently are:
- The Flatshare by Beth O’Leary
- Half a World Away by Mike Gayle
- Where the Crawdads Sing by Deilia Owens
- The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri
- Girl, Woman, Other by Bernadine Evaristo
- Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
I also enjoy going to parks and open spaces to sit and maybe have a coffee if the weather permits or go for a walk with my dog. It’s really good to enjoy the fresh air and I find it quite grounding to get out in nature.
Something a bit different is I started to look into my family tree a little bit online last year. I think some sites like Ancestry do free trials and I can’t remember which platform I used but it was interesting to research! This is something I want to do a little more of!
Finally, I’m very lucky in that my partner likes to cook but I’ve been trying my hand at doing something different every week for us and have tried to take inspiration from different cuisines. Last week, I made ramen which was surprisingly delicious, if I may say so myself
It would be great to hear what else you guys enjoy doing, it’s great to be inspired and try new things!!
Ahh if you have any favourite dishes, let me know! Definitely looking to refine my cooking skills and try new things!
