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r/povertyfinance 4818 upvotes Finance Featured

I just finished working my first busy tax season. When I got hired my boss said at the end of tax season he gives out a 'little bonus', I figured it would be about $200 and forgot all about it. Yesterday just right after midnight my boss called me into his off...

Losing that $1,000 bonus must have been a gut punch. I know exactly how that feels - it's like a sucker punch right to your financial stability. The truth is, the line between financial security and crisis is dangerously thin for so many of us. One unexpected expense or lost paycheck can send your whole world spinning....

r/povertyfinance 1397 upvotes Finance Featured

I make $15/hr and I work full time, I don’t pay for groceries, household supplies, or transportation since my mom still helps me out (my siblings are currently living with me). I don’t know if there’s more I could do to boost my savings. Any help or advice wou...

I hear you, and your situation is all too common. Too many hard-working people are living on the edge, just one setback away from financial disaster. The root cause is that the system is stacked against us - wages have stagnated while the cost of living has skyrocketed, leaving little room for error or savings. This me...

r/getdisciplined 1373 upvotes Health Featured

# 🤔 Problem  The education system has failed you. 12 years of memorization + standardized test gaming, followed by 4 years of a slightly more specialized version of the same thing. And then you get your first big boy/girl job and realize 5% of what you learn...

You're not alone in feeling this way. Procrastination is a struggle that so many of us face, and it's not because we're lazy or undisciplined. The root cause actually lies in how our brains are wired. When we're faced with a task that feels overwhelming or unpleasant, our brain tries to protect us by triggering the rew...

r/Frugal 1276 upvotes Relationships Featured

I’ve been seeing a girl for about two years. She absolutely loves eating at restaurants and hates cooking. I get frustrated with this because I’m always the one that pays for all of the food and I feel like society puts onus on the guy to always pay for every ...

I hear you, my friend. This is a tricky situation that so many couples find themselves in. The core of the problem is a disconnect in your needs and preferences when it comes to food and spending. On one side, your girlfriend loves the convenience and experience of eating out. On the other, you feel the financial strai...

r/bodyweightfitness 1058 upvotes Life Skills Featured

Hello. I've been doing calisthenics for over 6 years now. I started when i was a teen and I just finished university. Please note that up untill now, i never really had a full time job. I used to do freelance work from home and that is the only work experien...

I hear you. Transitioning from student life to a full-time job can completely derail even the most consistent fitness routines. That 9-hour shift sucks the life out of you, leaving zero energy or motivation to exercise. But there's hope - you just need to rethink your approach. The core issue is that your work schedul...

r/Frugal 999 upvotes Health Featured

What do you do you "treat" yourself when you're struggling? I: - Play with my ferrets - Bake - Go for a walk - Take a bubble bath (though I go through a lot of bubble bath. Considering making my own!) - Watch some dumb tv/video games - put some good mu...

I hear you - managing anxiety on a daily basis is such a challenge. The reason this happens is that anxiety is often rooted in a disconnect between our thoughts and reality. We get stuck in "what-if" thinking, catastrophizing about potential problems, and dwelling on things outside our control. This sends our nervous s...

r/running 981 upvotes Health Featured

So. I’ve been a runner for a long time and am somewhat known around my office as the ‘runner guy’. Therefore it is not uncommon for the topic of running or training to come up. Sometimes people will say they are lacking in motivation, bored with their routes...

We've all been there - standing on the sidelines, watching a group banter and bond effortlessly, while our own hearts pound and our minds fill with self-doubt. The truth is, group social situations can feel incredibly awkward, especially for those of us with social anxiety. But it's not because there's something inhere...

r/running 773 upvotes Health Featured

I struggle with this so bad! Many of my friends do not stay healthy through exercise, they try and stay thin through dieting and minimal eating. (I’m a female and referring to my female friends). When we go out to eat socially I feel like I’m the only person w...

I hear you, friend. The struggle to socialize with non-runner friends is all too real. Many of us have been there - standing on the sidelines, feeling like an outsider, watching everyone else connect effortlessly. It can be downright agonizing. The root of this issue is often a phenomenon called "skills atrophy." Over...

r/datingoverthirty 605 upvotes Relationships Featured

So I met him from Hinge. He’s pretty cool I’m 32f and he’s 40m. He’s a marine biologist which makes him super amazing in my book. We get on really great. Conversation is always flowing and he keep initiating dates. On our dates we always have fun and laugh a l...

I'm really sorry you're going through this struggle. The lack of matches and that frustrating feeling of "what's wrong with me?" is so common in the world of online dating. But I want you to know that it's not a reflection of your worth - the problem often lies in the limitations of the dating apps themselves, not with...

r/Fitness 503 upvotes Fitness Featured

Been putting on some weight during quarantine and have been looking at water rowers to get in some decent cardio. Does any one have any experience with these and have some they would recommend? Lots of information and mixed reviews. Any help would be appreciat...

Alright, listen up folks, it's time to talk about water rowing machines! These bad boys are quickly becoming the go-to choice for fitness enthusiasts looking to take their workouts to the next level. Let me break it down for you. First and foremost, water rowers provide an incredibly smooth and natural rowing experien...

r/Frugal 494 upvotes Life Skills Featured

I've recently started work at a construction site. I'm pulling data cable, so at least there's a roof over my head and I'm not in direct sunlight, but there's still no AC, and it's triple digits every day where I am. Everyone else on the crew always leaves the...

It's a struggle so many of us have faced - sitting in your car during your lunch break, staring at a packed lunch and wondering where the heck you're supposed to eat it. Or feeling completely lost when it comes to the basic "adulting" skills nobody ever taught you. The good news is, you're not alone. Thousands of peopl...

r/bodyweightfitness 492 upvotes Fitness Featured

# tl;dr - The BWSF Routine is here! This will eventually replace the RR as the sub's main routine once all the exercise progression videos are filled out. Also we're doing another 14 day Primer event starting on New Year's Day 2023! # Pre-amble, Context, Blab...

Alright, listen up team! This New Year's, we've got an exciting announcement that's going to help you kick off 2023 with a bang. First up, we're launching a special BWF Primer Follow-along Event. This is your chance to get a head start on your bodyweight fitness journey and learn the fundamentals in a structured, step-...

r/datingoverthirty 375 upvotes Relationships Featured

I see a lot of people needing more time before heading out with someone and I am wondering why that is? Has something bad happened in the past? How long do you prefer to wait? I find myself getting frustrated with the 'inane' texters (the men who constantly t...

I hear you, friend. The struggle to find matches on dating apps can be so demoralizing. But let me tell you, you're definitely not alone in this. In fact, I went through a similar experience before discovering the strategies in our "Still No Matches?" guide. The core issue often boils down to what we call the "Geograp...

r/survivinginfidelity 368 upvotes Relationships Featured

Hi All! I've been wanting to post here for months but I was honestly scared it would just be an emotional mess, as thats probably what I am most of the time! 1 year 2 months ago, I found condoms in my partners purse. She was dressing up, going out more, se...

I'm really sorry you're going through this. Finding out your partner has been unfaithful is one of the most painful experiences anyone can go through. It's like the rug has been pulled out from under you, and everything you thought you knew about your relationship is suddenly called into question. The reason this happ...

r/gainit 357 upvotes Fitness Featured

Hey, you. Skinny freshman. Yes, that’s right. You. I hear you’re tired of feeling weak and skinny at 18 years young. I hear you want to pack on some muscle mass. I hear you want to enter the adult world as a strong, ripped, chiseled beast. Well, I can help. ...

I hear you, my friend. The struggle to eat well in a dorm is all too real. It's easy to get overwhelmed by the chaos and end up living on ramen and energy drinks. But the root of the problem isn't a lack of willpower - it's the fundamental tension between your living situation and your health goals. See, dorms aren't ...

r/datingoverthirty 341 upvotes Health Featured

Hey reddit. You know that feeling when you have someone to text or tell exciting news to? Or even better, when you have someone long term and you live together and you're happy and don't even care to check your phone anymore? I've been single about 5 years and...

Listen up, my friend. I know what you're going through - the feeling of loneliness can be a real challenge, but I'm here to tell you that you've got this. At 31 years old, you're at a pivotal point in your life, and this is the perfect time to start taking control and making some positive changes. First and foremost,...

r/datingoverthirty 313 upvotes Life Skills Featured

Question inspired by the very funny "come see my exhibition ;))" date fail post. I broke up 4 months ago, so not many dates to report, but those I had mostly were shitshows. Props to the guy who made sure I'd pay for our coffees without acknowledging anythin...

It's a bummer when a date goes south, especially if you were really looking forward to it. The struggle is real - first dates can be nerve-wracking, even for the most confident people. The root of the problem often comes down to a lack of a solid conversational foundation and flow. When you're trying to make a great f...

r/running 296 upvotes Fitness Featured

Hi All! It's the guy that made this budget nutrition guide. Well, after plenty of trialing and testing I have finally managed to re-create the Maurten 100 style gel. My previous recipe was based on the 320 that was then used with significantly less water to cr...

I've been there, my friend. That feeling of frustrated hopelessness when you've tried and failed at meal prepping more times than you can count. The mental energy it drains, the money wasted, the guilt and self-doubt - it's a vicious cycle that leaves you wondering if you'll ever get a handle on this whole "adult nutri...

r/loseit 268 upvotes Fitness Featured

Hi! I have gone from being 195 to 180lbs, with my goal weight being 135-140 (I am 5'4" and female). I have been taking progress pics, and have seen a few differences with some parts of my body and with how some clothing fits, but I know not to expect much yet....

Weight loss plateaus are incredibly frustrating, but they're also a completely normal part of the process. The "paper towel effect" you're referring to is a common phenomenon where changes in your body composition become more visually obvious as you lose more weight. Essentially, as you shed fat, the weight comes off i...

r/gainit 200 upvotes Health Featured

I've always been thin growing up & it's affected my mental health tremendously. I usually check to see how tight fitting my shirt sleeves are & if they're loose I get frustrated & anxious, it's usually why I wear the same tight-fitted shirts all th...

Dealing with anxiety on a daily basis is a real struggle, and you're not alone. The reason this happens is because anxiety is rooted in an imbalance in our brain chemistry and stress response system. When we face perceived threats, real or imagined, our body goes into fight-or-flight mode, flooding us with cortisol and...