# In My Humble Opinion **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1975 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1976 --- ## [How to deal with declining sense of self-worth and anger management](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-deal-with-declining-sense-of-self-worth-and-anger-management/533861)
**Author:** [@ReleaseMe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ReleaseMe)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 9:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-to-deal-with-declining-sense-of-self-worth-and-anger-management/533861 "2010-03-27T21:36:59Z")
I apologise in advance if any of this is petty, but I am genuinely looking for advice as I appreciate the broad spectrum of people and backgrounds StraightDopers are. I have many inter-connected behaviour ‘problems’ that… --- ## [Renters: Do you expect your full security deposit back?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/renters-do-you-expect-your-full-security-deposit-back/533873)
**Author:** [@amaguri](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/amaguri)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 8:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/renters-do-you-expect-your-full-security-deposit-back/533873 "2010-03-27T20:54:12Z")
My tenants just moved out. They were very pleasant, no problems at all, but they did have a small dog and a cat. There are no obvious signs of damage but I want to take $100 from the security deposit to have all of the… --- ## [Critique my plan.....Credit cards](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/critique-my-plan-credit-cards/533664)
**Author:** [@torie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/torie)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 7:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/critique-my-plan-credit-cards/533664 "2010-03-27T19:54:40Z")
My husband’s boss told him very unexpectedly to apply for unemployment as the store was going to shut down soon. My husband being the resourceful git he is, went out and got another job through a friend. One that pays tw… --- ## [Engine Oil/Gasonline Grade Question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/engine-oil-gasonline-grade-question/533772)
**Author:** [@Arglefraster](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Arglefraster)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 6:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/engine-oil-gasonline-grade-question/533772 "2010-03-27T18:02:27Z")
I recently bought my first ever nice car.\* In the past, since I’ve always owned clunkers, I’ve always gone the cheapest route possible when it comes to vehicle maintenance. I want to take care of this one, though. Proble… --- ## [Question about fonts and where they live](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-fonts-and-where-they-live/533984)
**Author:** [@Mean\_Mr.Mustard](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mean_Mr.Mustard)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 3:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-fonts-and-where-they-live/533984 "2010-03-27T15:12:05Z")
I am soon going to do a full-install of Windows 7. I have several fonts installed within my Windows Vista that I’d like to move onto an always-connected external drive where they can live forever. So, anticipating this,… --- ## [Getting to Milwaukee](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-to-milwaukee/533702)
**Author:** [@GESancMan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GESancMan)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 2:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/getting-to-milwaukee/533702 "2010-03-27T14:21:00Z")
I may have an interview in Milwaukee in the near future. I would be coming from Portland, OR. I was looking at flights online, just to get an idea of the cost, and found that there are no direct flights. Most of them … --- ## [Am I right to be mad at retailer for not selling me an item they're holding for someone else?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-right-to-be-mad-at-retailer-for-not-selling-me-an-item-theyre-holding-for-someone-else/533259)
**Author:** [@Vernon\_Vernons](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Vernon_Vernons)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 11:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-right-to-be-mad-at-retailer-for-not-selling-me-an-item-theyre-holding-for-someone-else/533259 "2010-03-27T11:09:04Z")
Settle a dispute, please: I went to a specialty store for an item that I wanted to buy today. They’re the only store in the area that sells this item, so the option is to either get it from them or get it online. It’s a… --- ## [Do people still say that it's cheaper to eat crap than fruits and veg? not true...](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-people-still-say-that-its-cheaper-to-eat-crap-than-fruits-and-veg-not-true/533809)
**Author:** [@Stoid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Stoid)\ **Replies:** 111\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 8:21am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-people-still-say-that-its-cheaper-to-eat-crap-than-fruits-and-veg-not-true/533809 "2010-03-27T08:21:21Z")
For years I’ve been hearing about how poverty forces people to eat crap, because fresh fruits and vegetables are too expensive. well, I don’t know if all that bitching has changed reality, but I am WAY more cost conscio… --- ## [Who would you put in an updated "Profiles in Courage"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-would-you-put-in-an-updated-profiles-in-courage/533329)
**Author:** [@GrandWino](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GrandWino)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 6:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-would-you-put-in-an-updated-profiles-in-courage/533329 "2010-03-27T06:05:42Z")
In 1955 John F. Kennedy published the Pulitzer Prize-winning book “Profiles in Courage” where he described the acts of bravery and integrity of eight US Senators throughout history. Maybe this has been done already, but… --- ## [What is the most inopportune time you've been/gotten sick?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-most-inopportune-time-youve-been-gotten-sick/533627)
**Author:** [@Asimovian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Asimovian)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 5:23am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-the-most-inopportune-time-youve-been-gotten-sick/533627 "2010-03-27T05:23:10Z")
As some of you know, I’m in a long-distance relationship. I’ve gotten to see my wonderful girlfriend, on average, a bit less than once a month. The next I’ll see her is tomorrow. Which is why I was horrified to realize w… --- ## [Spring break week, Kansas City to Terre Haute, WHAT TO DO?!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spring-break-week-kansas-city-to-terre-haute-what-to-do/533558)
**Author:** [@TommyTutone](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TommyTutone)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 5:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/spring-break-week-kansas-city-to-terre-haute-what-to-do/533558 "2010-03-27T05:20:07Z")
Title says most of it: my wife, 7-year old son, and I will be driving from Atlanta to Kansas City for a tournament, and then will have a week before a second tournament in Terre Haute. During the week off we would like … --- ## [Victoria, BC - neighbourhoods](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/victoria-bc-neighbourhoods/533745)
**Author:** [@Ultraviolet](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ultraviolet)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 1:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/victoria-bc-neighbourhoods/533745 "2010-03-27T01:17:16Z")
My fiancee and I are considering a move to Victoria, but are not really familiar with the city. We are thinking of buying a mobile home, since it is so much cheaper than buying a house or apartment, and renting is diffi… --- ## [Running: should I just give it up?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-should-i-just-give-it-up/533625)
**Author:** [@Athena](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Athena)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 1:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/running-should-i-just-give-it-up/533625 "2010-03-27T01:12:49Z")
It’s spring again, and like every spring for the past few years, I start running. I’ve gone for one run this year, and it’s just as miserable as it always is. Yes, it’s the first one of the year, and I’m not in shape for… --- ## [Help me pick a new hairstyle](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-pick-a-new-hairstyle/533282)
**Author:** [@Silver\_Tyger](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Silver_Tyger)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 1:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-pick-a-new-hairstyle/533282 "2010-03-27T01:06:50Z")
At the moment it’s ‘look! I haven’t cut my hair in six months!’, in other words, none. Previously I had a very basic bob. Before that I had a modified weirdo bob that only I and kids thought was cool. Anyway, I have no … --- ## [Should I use a doula?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-use-a-doula/533526)
**Author:** [@RoniaBorkason](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RoniaBorkason)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 12:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/should-i-use-a-doula/533526 "2010-03-27T00:41:36Z")
I’m fairly granola about my upcoming delivery (28 weeks today!). My “OB” is a Certified Nurse Midwife, and I’m planning for as natural a birth as my body will do. I’ve had a friend-of-a-friend approach me offering free d… --- ## [A "should I/should I not" question about moving (Caution: Ranty)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-should-i-should-i-not-question-about-moving-caution-ranty/532920)
**Author:** [@Sir\_T-Cups](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sir_T-Cups)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 12:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-should-i-should-i-not-question-about-moving-caution-ranty/532920 "2010-03-27T00:31:15Z")
As my profile will tell you I currently live in Indianapolis. It’s a fine town and all, but the reasons for me moving down here are two fold, one half running away from the girl who broke my heart and one half trying to… --- ## [Would You Let Your Child Pick His/Her Own Religion](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-let-your-child-pick-his-her-own-religion/533178)
**Author:** [@Markxxx](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Markxxx)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 11:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-let-your-child-pick-his-her-own-religion/533178 "2010-03-26T23:44:37Z")
I am referring to underage children living in your home. Supposing you are say a Baptist and your son wants to go to the Catholic church. Or supposing you’re an agnostic and your son wants to be a Methodist. Or you’re J… --- ## [Am I bizarre for waxing my arm hair?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-bizarre-for-waxing-my-arm-hair/533760)
**Author:** [@Freudian\_Slit](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Freudian_Slit)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 8:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/am-i-bizarre-for-waxing-my-arm-hair/533760 "2010-03-26T20:41:32Z")
Pretty straightforward, right? I’ve been doing this for several years now (I’ve been getting my legs waxed even longer). I just hate to have any extraneous hair, so most of it gets waxed right off. Except I’ve never had… --- ## [The USA After You've Been King For A Day?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-usa-after-youve-been-king-for-a-day/533607)
**Author:** [@adhay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/adhay)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 8:32pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-usa-after-youve-been-king-for-a-day/533607 "2010-03-26T20:32:35Z")
You have been granted complete authority over POTUS, SCOTUS and Congress in a national referendum. You may confer with any body of experts you wish and the USG will immediately put into effect ANY legislation you deem w… --- ## [Scam jobs](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-jobs/533222)
**Author:** [@BigBertha](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BigBertha)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 7:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/scam-jobs/533222 "2010-03-26T19:42:06Z")
I went and applied because it was closeby (customer service) and found it on craigslist. There were others there, and the man came in and gave a little demonstration of these fire extinguisher products. We were suppose… --- ## [How do I tactfully tell guests not to poop in my toilet?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-tactfully-tell-guests-not-to-poop-in-my-toilet/533527)
**Author:** [@Diamonds02](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diamonds02)\ **Replies:** 96\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 7:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/how-do-i-tactfully-tell-guests-not-to-poop-in-my-toilet/533527 "2010-03-26T19:36:17Z")
I’m having a pretty big celebration at my house this Sunday. There’s 3 bathrooms, 2 are going to be open to the “public”. One of those bathrooms are mine. Something just occured to me this morning. I’m a 110 pound femal… --- ## [Tell me about HIIT](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-hiit/533870)
**Author:** [@Meatros](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Meatros)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 7:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tell-me-about-hiit/533870 "2010-03-26T19:22:22Z")
So I’m always on the look out for fitness stuffs, ever since I recaught the fitness bug almost a year ago, and I’ve been reading/hearing about the newest trend, HIIT training. I think that stands for High intensity impac… --- ## [Friend Advice](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/friend-advice/533846)
**Author:** [@Snarky\_Kong](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Snarky_Kong)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 6:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/friend-advice/533846 "2010-03-26T18:26:13Z")
I’m pretty good friends with an ex of mine (A). Last week she was working (server), figured she’d have a ton of free time, and I could come, read, and chat when she wasn’t actively busy. Another of her friends (B) was th… --- ## [Name me some roadside attractions: Columbus OH to Sundance WY (OH, IN, IL, WI, MN, SD)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/name-me-some-roadside-attractions-columbus-oh-to-sundance-wy-oh-in-il-wi-mn-sd/533618)
**Author:** [@Jonathan\_Chance](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jonathan_Chance)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 5:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/name-me-some-roadside-attractions-columbus-oh-to-sundance-wy-oh-in-il-wi-mn-sd/533618 "2010-03-26T17:33:56Z")
We’re taking a driving trip to see my Mom this summer. From our lovely location of Marietta, OH to her place in Sundance, WY. A drive of about 1500 miles one way. We’d like to take a northern route because we want to … --- ## [A poll on gifts from men to women](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-poll-on-gifts-from-men-to-women/533449)
**Author:** [@Flipshod](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Flipshod)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 3:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/a-poll-on-gifts-from-men-to-women/533449 "2010-03-26T15:37:08Z")
Ladies, if you are friends with a guy you’ve know a short time who you have no intentions of being romantic with, and he offers to buy you a relatively expensive gift, a) how would you interpret that? and b) would you … --- ## [Do you tap or click on your laptop?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-tap-or-click-on-your-laptop/533519)
**Author:** [@Lantern](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lantern)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 12:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-tap-or-click-on-your-laptop/533519 "2010-03-26T12:14:20Z")
I bought my first laptop a few months back and the biggest surprise has been that you could tap to select items. I have used laptops casually for years and had never realized this was possible. Now, I almost always tap i… --- ## [Would you tell the truth in this situation?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-tell-the-truth-in-this-situation/533643)
**Author:** [@Skald\_the\_Rhymer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Skald_the_Rhymer)\ **Replies:** 66\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 5:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-you-tell-the-truth-in-this-situation/533643 "2010-03-26T05:47:09Z")
There is neither Rhymer family drama nor sci-fi silliness in today’s thread; there’s not even a situation from a story. There’s just a little ditty about Jack & Diane. Despite the allusion to the song, Jack is not a kid… --- ## [Advice on websites recommendations for new appliances](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-on-websites-recommendations-for-new-appliances/533737)
**Author:** [@ShibbOleth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ShibbOleth)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 4:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-on-websites-recommendations-for-new-appliances/533737 "2010-03-26T04:50:56Z")
Our dryer may have given up the ghost - it was having trouble stopping, now it won’t start\*, and so we are sort of in the market for a replacement. Anyway, I used to have a membership to Consumer Reports online, but the… --- ## [(Anonymous Poll) Do you report unpaid sales taxes on goods purchased online?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anonymous-poll-do-you-report-unpaid-sales-taxes-on-goods-purchased-online/533389)
**Author:** [@Sampiro](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sampiro)\ **Replies:** 67\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 3:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/anonymous-poll-do-you-report-unpaid-sales-taxes-on-goods-purchased-online/533389 "2010-03-26T03:02:21Z")
So if you go to Amazon.com and buy $50 worth of books, do you calculate what your state sales tax would be on that and pay it when you do your state income taxes? In most states you’re supposed to, but according to arti… --- ## [Advice wanted - how to be a jerk boss](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-wanted-how-to-be-a-jerk-boss/533490)
**Author:** [@Anaamika](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anaamika)\ **Replies:** 81\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 2:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/advice-wanted-how-to-be-a-jerk-boss/533490 "2010-03-26T02:49:58Z")
I’ve been submitted for a position which if I get it means that I will be responsible for supervising the work of others. This will pretty much be the first time I’ve ever been in authority over others. So how do I grow … [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1974) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/in-my-humble-opinion/14.md?page=1976)