Maybe I shouldn't have gotten a priusSo I'm getting a company car Which means I won't be driving my prius that much anymore, and Priuses don't do so well when you don't drive them often. Should I sell it and buy something cheaper (or not even buy a car at all) or keep it?
Just realized that I still have some inherent biasesI don't consider myself a sexist in any way and have always been strongly for women's rights in every way. Yet, at my new (engineering) job, I was just assigned a female supervisor/mentor and I feel some of my biases seeping through. Wow. I'm kinda...See More »
Want to stop holding my phone all the time, and really spend less time on YouTube/RedditSo I bought a Kindle. Wanted to buy more physical books instead but they're a hassle to store and I also just can't carry them around. I also heard the Kindle is much easier on the eyes, as it doesn't even feel like a screen, and much more convenient...See More »
Was my friend right?He noticed how happy I am in my relationship. But how I just can't seem to let go of some things from my past relationship with my ex. His verdict is that I haven't 100% moved on, that there might be a tiny, 1% of things I'm holding on to. I had her...See More »
Why am I getting passes made at me as soon as I'm in a relationshipSo I talked things out with the girl I'm seeing and it turns out there were severe misunderstandings on both sides. I really liked the way we were able to handle our first conflict. And she made me promise to not hold things inside when I feel hurt...See More »
I'm performing the national anthem at my graduationShould I say "thank you" after I finish singing? Or just walk off the stage? Or smile like an idiot for a few seconds? Lol.
Feeling conflictedWas on a late night call with a girl I'm dating last night She was extremely sleepy and apparently got a bit too honest which I didn't mind, but some of the things she said hurt me She talked about me having to conform to her timezone, and how...See More »
Does your ex still pop up in your head sometimes?I believe I have completely moved on from her, like completely. I'm seeing someone new and she makes me so happy, and we'll become official soon. However I still feel like I have some leftover "damage" from my relationship with my ex. Like, to some...See More »
Meeting a girl I've been talking to long distance for two months in person tomorrow. What are some things to address?We've known each other for a year, but actually ramped up flirting/talking like two/three months ago. I'm meeting her in person for the first time tomorrow. I guess exclusivity is assumed, but should I still bring it up? I'm also not sure how soon...See More »
People in long distance relationshipsHow do you handle lulls in the relationship? Do you just accept that things are slowly fading away? Or just endure it and hope things pick up again?
Going to check out an apartment tomorrowRenting from a private landlord. What are some things I should ask? Also, given that I don't plan to move in until a month from now, what should I expect to do to hold the apartment down?
As an adult, who are you primary friend group?Your coworkers? Or is your spouse/partner your only friend? Your neighbors? I'm curious.
Internet parents, please help me outI'm renting out my first apartment in the US, I found it on Craigslist. He is a private Landlord, and the rent is pretty low- a studio/1 bedroom apartment typically goes for $1500+ (which is what I'm looking for), but he's offering his two bedroom...See More »
There's something about being in the same circles as rich peopleI am blessed to have gotten the chance to attend one of the top schools in the US and the World. One of the Ivies that isn't really an Ivy. I didn't come from money. Not at all. One thing I've learned here however is that most attendees are either...See More »
Keeping your excitement for a new relationship in checkMet someone new. Well not really, I've known her for over a year. But something potentially beautiful is brewing. It's going to be long distance too, at least till she finishes grad school. I'm visiting her in person next month. And I find myself...See More »
I'm nursing the idea of going to Quaker SeminaryPart time/online though. While holding a professional job. This is just a thought for now.
40+ single peopleDo you regret not starting a family? Are you actively dating and/or do you wish you had settled down long term with someone? I'm starting to think maybe I shouldn't let myself get tied down to anyone in my youth.
Thinking of doing something kind of stupid. What do you think?I just graduated from school and I don't start my job until June. Before then, I won't be earning any income and I'm not legally allowed to work (immigration rules). I have enough money saved to get me by till then. But like, just about enough. I'm...See More »
Seems like most young people my age like to clubDo I like to dance? Yes. Do I like to dance with friends in a controlled environment? Yes. Do I like to club or the atmosphere of late night parties? No. Unfortunately for me it seems like my preferences limit the amount of people my age I can...See More »
I hate RollercoastersWent on one for the first time in my life and I am sure I'm never doing that again.
Honest opinions, is this a reasonable dating filter/expectation?After my last few experiences, I've decided that I probably want to date someone who also didn't come from money/came from a poor/lower middle class home and worked their way up too. I think that women who haven't experienced hard times that I date...See More »
Volunteered to teach some 5th graders how to code todayAnd now I'm questioning my career choice. That was the most fulfilling 5 hours I've spent in a long time, and honestly, if possible I would've continued for the whole day. At least for a start I'm going to keep going back- when we finished the lesson...See More »
Boss isn't showing up to a meeting we scheduledHow do I email him after? It's a new job so I want to be as polite as possible lol. But like he could've at least said something if he wasn't going to show up.