“Caught in lifestyle creep, how to get out?”
First of all, I completely understand that my problems are first world problems and I’m VERY lucky to be where I’m at financially. Even so, I have very poor money management skills and could really use some advice. Its embarrassing. Thanks in advance for the help.
Me: 37, gross $13k-$15k/mo, 25% w2, 75% self employed. Main monthly expenses are rent: $1300 Child support: $800 Car: $350, along with regular utilities, subscriptions etc. Credit score: terrible. I’ve run the numbers and there is absolutely no good reason for me to essentially be living paycheck to paycheck and having around $5k of debt killing my credit score. I have a small 401k and about $1k in a savings account, but that’s it. Yes, self employment taxes shaves off a fair amount each month, but I’m lucky enough to get health insurance through my W2 job that helps balance things.
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“I’m embarrassed to be out in public with my boyfriend.”
My boyfriend and i have been together for 2 years. I love my boyfriend, but he lacks social awareness and doesn’t have good manners. For example, when we went out to dinner the other night, he was talking/laughing extremely loudly, burping and farting. When we go to the movies, he talks regularly rather than whispering and makes commentary about the movie, which annoys the other people in the theatre. Also, whenever we walk past a group of people, he tries to be funny and says stupid things. For example, the other day, we were walking past a group of guys and my boyfriend was like “i need to fart” super loudly. Mind you, he’s 27.
I don’t know if i’m being overly sensitive or if his behaviour is childish and unacceptable. How can i handle this situation?
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The Power of Healthy Boundaries: Why Saying “No” is Essential for Personal Growth
Listen up, because it’s time to drop some truth bombs that might just change your life. If you’re the type of person who struggles with setting boundaries, who says “yes” to every request and invitation, even when you really want to say “no,” then this article is for you.
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There Are No More Zero Days
Alright, look. I’m about to drop some Negative Self-Help wisdom on you, so listen up.
There are no more zero days. Period.
Life Doesn’t Give Us Purpose, We Create It
Today, let’s tackle a topic that often keeps us awake at night—finding our purpose. And let me be clear: this isn’t about stumbling upon some hidden secret that’s going to make everything click into place. It’s about facing life’s relentless questions head-on.
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Linkage
24 Fascinating Documents Collected From History – Ned Hardy
How 2014 Changed the Internet Forever – The Ringer
Soft close toilet seats are seriously one of the cheapest, easiest and most satisfying home improvement upgrade you can make – Amazon
This Trick Will Help You Build Healthier Habits, Zero Effort Required – Hum Nutrition
Why so many men in the US have stopped working – Business Insider
Long Lost Song Hunted By Thousands Found in 80s Porno – 404 Media
Clearly defining your boundaries is as close to a cure for relationship problems as I’ve ever come across – Mark Manson
McDonald’s Seeks to Make Menu More Affordable for Inflation-Weary Consumers – WSJ
‘Outbreak’ of opioid overdoses in Austin, Texas, linked to 8 deaths and over 50 emergency calls – DNYUZ
Salman Rushdie has conversation with AI version of his attacker – Yahoo
NPR poll: Democrats fear fascism, and Republicans worry about a lack of values – NPR
Photo of the Day – Ned Hardy
Give this book a try if you have unresolved issues from childhood that you carry to this day, especially with your parents – Amazon
The Most Gruesome Instruments of Pain and Punishment Used Throughout History – Malorie’s Adventure
J&J agrees to pay $6.5B in ovarian cancer cases – Axios
10 Films Where the Protagonist Is Trapped in Purgatory – Listverse
How to Set Up and Use Security Keys for Your Apple ID on an iPhone – Make Use Of
Do Not Put Your Kid on an Electric Bike – Wired
How scammers use psychology to create some of the most convincing internet cons – and what to watch out for – The Conversation
The Dumping Grounds
Porn: The Supranormal Stimulus Hijacking Your Brain
So here’s the deal: our brains are wired to seek out rewards, especially powerful ones like sex. Back in the day, this helped motivate our caveman ancestors to get it on and pass on their genes. But fast forward to today, and we’ve got access to a sexual reward our brains never evolved to handle: a never-ending supply of intensely arousing porn at our fingertips 24/7.
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“I’m sick of boomers telling gen Z and millennials to “suck it up””
I’m sick of boomers telling gen Z and millennials to “suck it up” when we complain that a $60k or less salary shouldn’t force us to live mediocre lives living “frugally” like with roommates, not eating out, not going out for drinks, no vacations.
Like no, we NEED these things just to survive this capitalistic hellscape boomers have allowed to happen for the benefit of the 1%.
We should guarantee EVERYONE be able to afford their own housing, a month of vacation every year, free healthcare, student loans paid off, AT A MINIMUM.
Gen Z should not have to struggle just because older generations struggled. Give everything to us NOW.
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