Astrologer says I will never become an IAS officer. Should I believe in Kismat (fate), or that my strong determination and hard work can beat it?
There was a Palmist cum astrologer whome I met when I was in my 2nd year of B.Tech on the insistence of my beloved mother (don't judge on me being a Muslim and meeting an astrologer. We live in a society that is pretty much amalgamated with no trace of communalism).I don't believe in these knucklehead fools at all but my mother was adamant on it and I couldn't refuse my mother's insistence. My mother called him home and let him examine my palm. After a minute or two in to reading, he was totally surprised as I could see from his face. He said to my mother, I have never seen such a palm in my entire career. He's born administrator and destined to get a higher post in administration. Whenever he will try, he will get success.I was laughing out loud meanwhile but unexpectedly my poor mother was on cloud nine. Mothers are amazing.Fast forward, July 2016, I started preparing for civil services exam. No, please don't confuse it with that astrologer’s prediction. It was my personal decision in my full capacity and mind. I attempted my first Prelims on 18th June 2017. Result: Failed. Again I prepared with zeal for the second attempt and took Prelims on 3rd June 2018. Result: Failed.So in a nutshell, I failed prelims for two consecutive attempts and as planned I quit CSE preparations afterwards leaving no chance of me becoming an administrator.Now, I am eagerly looking for that astrologer who gave my mother a false hope. :PSo, what should you do when an astrologer is saying that you can't become an IAS officer? Well budd, first of all don't believe in these half-wits and stop seeing them. They can speak anything to earn some dimes. Second, stop blaming and believing in Kismat or fate. Third, give it a try. If by any chance this astrologer is correct in his prediction, your hard work, determination and zeal of becoming an IAS will surely beat it.And always remember, luck favour those, who work hard. The amount of good luck coming your way depnds on your willingness to work for your dreams. ATB
How much does it cost on average to complete a Panini sticker album?
Ignore the pack of 5 (you can always round up to the nearest 50p at the end), and count the number of stickers still required.With 680 still required, you have a 680/680=100% chance of getting a sticker you still need on draw 1. With half the book filled, you have 340/680=50% chance of getting a new one. Model this by "an average of two" (i.e. 680/340). To get the last sticker will take "on average" 680/1 = 680 tries.Add up 1 + ... + 2 + ... + 680.Note that the last term in the series alone will cost, on average, the 68 quid it would cost to fill it if you exchange with sufficient friends.
What should you do if you just found a perfect Honus Wagner baseball card?
Gem Mint (PSA-10) Honus Wagner cards would be so common that they wouldn’t be worth the cost to have them graded. There are plenty of modern cards of Wagner in genuinely perfect condition, such as this example from a 2014 Panini subset called Legendary Lumberjacks, courtesy of The Trading Card Database (www.tradingcarddb.com):Vintage Wagner cards, most commonly from the T206 set, have been reprinted in large quantities - some are marked clearly as reprints, and others have no indication at all. The difference can be determined by using a jeweler’s eye loop or microscope to compare the cardboard material between the proposed Wagner card and a known genuine T206 card. The accurate simulation of 100-plus-year-old cardboard is very difficult.
How would you react if Darth Vader showed up at your door?
I expect that he would be collecting for charity.If you aren’t aware, the 501st Legion is an affiliation of Star Wars Imperial costuming enthusiasts, whose presence in the Star Wars fan community inspired the in-canon 501st Legion commanded by Anakin Skywalker. In my experience they are extremely helpful, often volunteering to assist staff at conventions and doing much to encourage and share Star Wars fandom in the most delightful and inclusive way possible. However, they also do a lot of charity fundraising, with a special emphasis on causes supporting children.In the event of a visit by Lord Vader and his forces I would scrounge up a few bucks and chip in, of course.