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  1. Comment on What’s a point that you think many people missed? in ~talk

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    I recall seeing it first on reddit in a comment. The poster attributed it to their father. This was at least a decade ago.

    I recall seeing it first on reddit in a comment. The poster attributed it to their father. This was at least a decade ago.

    3 votes

  2. Comment on What’s a point that you think many people missed? in ~talk

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    "Those who can, do. Those who can't, teach." I don't really know where this idiom originated but it boils my blood anytime I hear it. It's one thing to be able to do something. It takes an...

    "Those who can, do. Those who can't, teach."

    I don't really know where this idiom originated but it boils my blood anytime I hear it. It's one thing to be able to do something. It takes an entirely different skill set in addition to knowing a topic to actually be able to teach it. Teaching is the easiest job in the world to be terrible at.

    54 votes

  3. Comment on Fascist, thus inefficient in ~movies

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    I liked this but it reminded me most of one thing... How much I miss the original EU. Disney can't take it from me!

    I liked this but it reminded me most of one thing...

    How much I miss the original EU. Disney can't take it from me!

    5 votes

  4. Comment on On 2016 nostalgia in ~talk

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    I'm a relatively quiet shut in and I partied hard in those years. Clubbing was not dead, it just went back underground.

    I'm a relatively quiet shut in and I partied hard in those years. Clubbing was not dead, it just went back underground.

    2 votes

  5. Comment on Tablet suggestions? in ~tech

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    Let me know if you want a hand or anything else to keep you going - it's a hobby I keep coming back to.

    Let me know if you want a hand or anything else to keep you going - it's a hobby I keep coming back to.

    1 vote

  6. Comment on Tablet suggestions? in ~tech

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    A fellow knitter! I picked up a pixel tablet pretty cheap. It satisfied everything I might need to use a tablet for. If you don't like the Google ecosystem, look elsewhere.

    A fellow knitter!

    I picked up a pixel tablet pretty cheap. It satisfied everything I might need to use a tablet for. If you don't like the Google ecosystem, look elsewhere.

    4 votes

  7. Comment on Not-so-humble brag: What are you proud of that you don't normally get to talk about? in ~talk

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    Still working with kids (teaching second grade instead of prek) however the shift from working at an education-focused daycare to a public district school has been night and day.

    Still working with kids (teaching second grade instead of prek) however the shift from working at an education-focused daycare to a public district school has been night and day.

    3 votes

  8. Comment on Not-so-humble brag: What are you proud of that you don't normally get to talk about? in ~talk

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    So far so good! I had a second formal evaluation just before winter break and did very well. It's been a huge challenge, but I've needed the challenge for a while. Thanks for your encouraging words!

    So far so good! I had a second formal evaluation just before winter break and did very well. It's been a huge challenge, but I've needed the challenge for a while. Thanks for your encouraging words!

  9. Comment on Not-so-humble brag: What are you proud of that you don't normally get to talk about? in ~talk

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    I found a new job. 15 years in the same place, and I successfully navigated changing my career. It took a lot of luck, persistence, and learning. Seriously, a LOT of luck. Also I've come to act on...

    I found a new job. 15 years in the same place, and I successfully navigated changing my career. It took a lot of luck, persistence, and learning. Seriously, a LOT of luck.

    Also I've come to act on some realizations and feelings I've been developing for the past few years, and it's been liberating. I'm looking forward to a year of growth and healing.

    18 votes

  10. Comment on Pope Leo, on Christmas Eve, says denying help to poor is rejecting God in ~humanities

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    My outlook on the world has improved since avoiding ~society. I approve this message.

    My outlook on the world has improved since avoiding ~society.

    I approve this message.

    16 votes

  11. Comment on How do you keep your life organized? What tools & systems do you use? in ~talk

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    Finances: I use a spreadsheet to keep my budget and financials organized. I vibe out the rest.

    Finances: I use a spreadsheet to keep my budget and financials organized.

    I vibe out the rest.

    2 votes

  12. Comment on She fell in love with ChatGPT. Then she ghosted it. in ~tech

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    As someone who has strong friendships and family ties... I absolutely need romantic connection in my life. Life feels hollow without it.

    As someone who has strong friendships and family ties... I absolutely need romantic connection in my life. Life feels hollow without it.

    4 votes

  13. Comment on How do you want to define 2026 for yourself? in ~talk

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    For budget help? I relied on a trusted individual, the one who taught me how to set up my spreadsheets. The basic premise (which you likely know) is to track money coming in and money going out,...

    For budget help? I relied on a trusted individual, the one who taught me how to set up my spreadsheets. The basic premise (which you likely know) is to track money coming in and money going out, and to sort it by type of expense. I have columns for estimated expenses and columns for actual expenses. I compare the two monthly and reconcile them so I can fine tune things.

    Additionally, if you find it convenient for yourself, you can set up trackers for credit card and other debt expenditures and accounts within your spreadsheet so you can track trends on those as well. I found that useful when juggling a couple car payments, a mortgage, and a handful of credit cards. I only have one credit card I track now, so it's less mission critical.

    Finally, I liked having a summary page for the EOY report. I could see my total income, expenses, and what I spent my money on. It allows me to see where I am overspending at a glance. None of this is rocket science - the hard part is setting it up and being diligent about both tracking it and sticking to the plan.

    EDIT: If you want more specifics, let me know. Honestly, this could probably become an entirely separate thread as I think many others would benefit.

    3 votes

  14. Comment on How do you want to define 2026 for yourself? in ~talk

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    The biggest hurdle for me was always income. I'm finally in a position where my income is livable on my own. Over the last few years I've also put a lot of work into learning how to budget...

    The biggest hurdle for me was always income. I'm finally in a position where my income is livable on my own. Over the last few years I've also put a lot of work into learning how to budget effectively, which has been a huge help.

    I'm coming up on 40 as well in the next few years, and I'm realizing I have not prepared enough for the future... The least I can do is begin now!

    I like how you brought up patience - you're absolutely correct that it helps to be patient. It's something I've gotten better at with age as well.

    Good luck to you!

    3 votes

  15. Comment on How do you want to define 2026 for yourself? in ~talk

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    It means that I am able to pay down my current debt to zero within the next few months. It means that I have at least a month's expenses in savings by the end of the year. It means I know where my...

    It means that I am able to pay down my current debt to zero within the next few months. It means that I have at least a month's expenses in savings by the end of the year. It means I know where my money is going and why, following my budget.

    These are the specific and actionable goals I've set for myself this coming year, and I'm already well on my way towards achieving them. Additionally though...

    It means freedom from worrying about purchasing things like a lunch occasionally, a game I like when it's on sale, or going out for a drink with friends. I want to be able to afford these small things (<$20) once or twice a week without stressing about it. I've worked it into my budget, so it's no biggie - the hardest part with these purchases is not letting it get out of hand.

    2 votes

  16. Comment on How do you want to define 2026 for yourself? in ~talk

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    I want to continue my path to increased financial freedom and security. I want to continue building my connections and reputation in my new job. I want to create more opportunities to have shared...

    I want to continue my path to increased financial freedom and security.

    I want to continue building my connections and reputation in my new job.

    I want to create more opportunities to have shared experiences with my son.

    11 votes

  17. Comment on Supergirl | Official teaser in ~movies

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    I'm not a dog person. The aggressively friendly kind of dog, like this, is not cute to me, it's terrifying. I hope it stops being normalized.

    I'm not a dog person. The aggressively friendly kind of dog, like this, is not cute to me, it's terrifying. I hope it stops being normalized.

    7 votes

  18. Comment on Millions of Americans mess up their taxes. A new law will help. in ~society

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    Hey, that's my representative! Nice to see he's doing something useful. I've had my own struggles with the IRS - I'm happy to pay my taxes, yet I despise the system for doing so. It is purposely...

    Hey, that's my representative! Nice to see he's doing something useful. I've had my own struggles with the IRS - I'm happy to pay my taxes, yet I despise the system for doing so. It is purposely byzantine and hostile to the average taxpayer.

    10 votes

  19. Comment on Weekly US politics news and updates thread - week of December 1 in ~society

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    This is such an obvious behind the mask moment for what the administration is utilizing pardons as.

    This is such an obvious behind the mask moment for what the administration is utilizing pardons as.

    6 votes

  20. Comment on Winter boot recommendations for women in ~life.style

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    So regarding value, I recently sent some in for the warranty and they honored it. I'd recommend sending in bulk only because you have to pay shipping to get it to them, but usps flat rate shipping...

    So regarding value, I recently sent some in for the warranty and they honored it. I'd recommend sending in bulk only because you have to pay shipping to get it to them, but usps flat rate shipping is by far the way to go. It isn't terribly expensive.

    3 votes