Originally Posted by
rmc1
I can understand your points about taking extra socks, etc., but isn't that like relieving symptoms of the problem without addressing the problem itself?
Why not be both? Cope with the problem until it is fully addressed/resolved? If the heater isn't working in my house, I'm going to wear warm clothes until I get the heater fixed. Taking extra precautions such as having an extra pair of socks doesn't mean the individual is giving up on advocating change.