They claim that our circadian rhythms are tied to sunrise and sunset. Based on my personal experience, I cary "BS". Which is not to say that some second- and third-shirt workers may not have problems, but these are tied to interactions with other factors in their lives.
In re working night shifts: I worked four tens on graves for 7 years, three twelves on graves for 3 years, then long (36 to 42 hours— nap when you could) straight shifts every other weekend for 18 years (in addition to 9 or 10 hours on days Monday through Friday). The first 5 years of four tens on graves was in a place with a pretty big staff, so I could see how well or poorly different people adapted-- there was considerable variation. Someone said when I started that it took a year to get used to it, but I never encountered that year. I never felt completely well, and could never sleep more than about 4 hours a day. I still remember the first time I fell asleep standing up with my eyes open. In other words, your mileage may vary. Swing shift is pretty easy. The best thing about graves is the far lower amount of workplace politics.
Back in the 1950s I worked 4 pm - midnight for a couple of years. I would get home around 1, cook and eat dinne, and sleep from around 3 - 11 am. No problem. When I started freelancing from home a quarter-century ago I found myself naturally falling into s similar pattern: working 4 pm to midnight (with an hour for dinner) and sleeping maybe 1:30 to 9:30 am. Again, no problem. I've never worked swing shirt but I would expect that to be a major problem because of the need to adjust your sleep-wake cycle every few weeks. And to do it by going to bed earlier rather than staying up later.
Like Al Gore, who conceded Florida before the votes were all counted. In Colorado if the tallies are close enough a recount is supposed to be automatic, and in this case they were definitely close enough.
Yes, there's going to be a recount. Frisch's concession doesn't change that. Based in part on my experience of a recount in a state rep race I was active in, I'd be surprised if the recount changed anything. But we'll see.
I just did an internet search. In 2018 Colorado had a ballot measure to authorize congressional runoffs, but it didn't pass. in elections this close there is an automatic recount; candidates don't have to request it. The only way there could not be a recount is if Frisch formally withdrew his candidacy, which he isn't doing.
Not the same thing. A concession is informal. No legal effect. Formally withdrawing his candidacy is a legal action that requires filing paperwork with the Secretary of State or other appropriate authority.
I hope they do the recount and learn that Frisch actually won. But according to Heather Cox Richardson: "Adam Frisch, conceded today rather than force a hand recount of their close election" ~ which sounds like there won't be a recount. He was being kind to the election workers...BUT!!
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ReplyDeleteThey claim that our circadian rhythms are tied to sunrise and sunset. Based on my personal experience, I cary "BS". Which is not to say that some second- and third-shirt workers may not have problems, but these are tied to interactions with other factors in their lives.
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ReplyDeleteIn re working night shifts: I worked four tens on graves for 7 years, three twelves on graves for 3 years, then long (36 to 42 hours— nap when you could) straight shifts every other weekend for 18 years (in addition to 9 or 10 hours on days Monday through Friday). The first 5 years of four tens on graves was in a place with a pretty big staff, so I could see how well or poorly different people adapted-- there was considerable variation. Someone said when I started that it took a year to get used to it, but I never encountered that year. I never felt completely well, and could never sleep more than about 4 hours a day. I still remember the first time I fell asleep standing up with my eyes open. In other words, your mileage may vary. Swing shift is pretty easy. The best thing about graves is the far lower amount of workplace politics.
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Back in the 1950s I worked 4 pm - midnight for a couple of years. I would get home around 1, cook and eat dinne, and sleep from around 3 - 11 am. No problem. When I started freelancing from home a quarter-century ago I found myself naturally falling into s similar pattern: working 4 pm to midnight (with an hour for dinner) and sleeping maybe 1:30 to 9:30 am. Again, no problem. I've never worked swing shirt but I would expect that to be a major problem because of the need to adjust your sleep-wake cycle every few weeks. And to do it by going to bed earlier rather than staying up later.
DeleteSwing shift = second shift, between days and graveyard, not a rotating shift.
DeleteAh! I don't recall ever hearing it called that. Or maybe I did and have just forgotten.
DeleteNow I AM angry. Frisch had the numbers for a run-off with Lauren Boebert, half the Howler Monkey twins. AND HE CONCEDED! I am utterly disgusted
ReplyDeleteRunoff??? Colorade has runoffs? I don't think so.
DeleteLike Al Gore, who conceded Florida before the votes were all counted. In Colorado if the tallies are close enough a recount is supposed to be automatic, and in this case they were definitely close enough.
DeleteYes, there's going to be a recount. Frisch's concession doesn't change that. Based in part on my experience of a recount in a state rep race I was active in, I'd be surprised if the recount changed anything. But we'll see.
DeleteEither candidate can request a run off. At least according to the Interwebs.
DeleteI just did an internet search. In 2018 Colorado had a ballot measure to authorize congressional runoffs, but it didn't pass. in elections this close there is an automatic recount; candidates don't have to request it. The only way there could not be a recount is if Frisch formally withdrew his candidacy, which he isn't doing.
DeleteI thought conceding WAS withdrawing his candidacy. Didn't he just say
Delete"I give up"?
Not the same thing. A concession is informal. No legal effect. Formally withdrawing his candidacy is a legal action that requires filing paperwork with the Secretary of State or other appropriate authority.
DeleteI hope they do the recount and learn that Frisch actually won.
DeleteBut according to Heather Cox Richardson: "Adam Frisch, conceded today rather than force a hand recount of their close election" ~ which sounds like there won't be a recount. He was being kind to the election workers...BUT!!
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DeleteVery good; thanks for the link.
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