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  1. Comment on How do you keep track of expenses/budget? in ~finance

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    +1 for YNAB. I was in a rut of ~10k of credit card debt for a few years. I would spend money on my credit card, then pay too much on it, meaning I would have to use it again later in the month for...

    +1 for YNAB. I was in a rut of ~10k of credit card debt for a few years. I would spend money on my credit card, then pay too much on it, meaning I would have to use it again later in the month for essentials.

    YNAB helped me realize I didn't have an overall view of where my money was going. Paycheck came in, spent it in a few days, then hurting until the next one rolled through. I started YNAB mid May and was able to pay off all my CC debt this month. I absolutely love it so much, well worth the money, I would be lost without it today,

    8 votes

  2. Comment on What is your background TV solution? in ~tv

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    This is such a phenomenal idea! I will definitely be setting this up with my Plex server

    This is such a phenomenal idea! I will definitely be setting this up with my Plex server

    2 votes

  3. Comment on Favorite ASMR type? in ~health.mental

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    I haven’t driven into much ASMR because from what I’ve seen a lot of them have these weird sexual undertones that make me uncomfortable.

    I haven’t driven into much ASMR because from what I’ve seen a lot of them have these weird sexual undertones that make me uncomfortable.

    6 votes

  4. Comment on Vinyl: Maybe it's time we had an intervention in ~music

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    Wow that was a super interesting and eye opening video (I say as I sit directly next to my 300+ record collection). I’ve noticed a lot of indie bands are starting to go to “environmentally...

    Wow that was a super interesting and eye opening video (I say as I sit directly next to my 300+ record collection). I’ve noticed a lot of indie bands are starting to go to “environmentally conscious” route when it comes to releasing albums. I believe both Big Thief and Idles most recent albums had options and they were cheaper than the standard black vinyl as well.

    3 votes

  5. Comment on Elon Musk announces new daily Twitter limitations as thousands of users report problems accessing site in ~tech

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    Yes please I would love one. Been trying to get one for a while!

    Yes please I would love one. Been trying to get one for a while!

    1 vote

  6. Comment on How you use YouTube in desktop and mobile devices. YouTube to limit usage of ad blockers soon. in ~tech

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    Same, and it's one of the subs I really do not mind paying. I watch YouTube on my Apple TV constantly and there isn't an adblocker for the device, so premium is a must if you don't want ads every...

    Same, and it's one of the subs I really do not mind paying. I watch YouTube on my Apple TV constantly and there isn't an adblocker for the device, so premium is a must if you don't want ads every 3 min.

    I have a suspicion there's more ads on non desktop YouTube apps, it's wild.

    1 vote

  7. Comment on US Supreme Court strikes down President Biden's student loan forgiveness: Now what? in ~finance

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    An extremely sad day. Feel like I was just gut punched.

    An extremely sad day. Feel like I was just gut punched.

    16 votes

  8. Comment on Have you ever had your phone number spoofed? in ~tech

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    Yeah my friends and I loved doing the spoofing in high school lol. You could call someone from their own number and get to their voice mail.

    Yeah my friends and I loved doing the spoofing in high school lol. You could call someone from their own number and get to their voice mail.

  9. Comment on What password management solution do you use and why? in ~tech

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    I use 1Password and I absolutely love it. Ever since Apple integrated 3rd party apps for keychain access I made the jump from Apple keychain and haven’t looked back. Interesting you mention...

    I use 1Password and I absolutely love it. Ever since Apple integrated 3rd party apps for keychain access I made the jump from Apple keychain and haven’t looked back.

    Interesting you mention monthly for 1Password. I believe I pay $39 annually.

    49 votes

  10. Comment on The social web is in a transition period in ~tech

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    I loved this feature back in ~2009. Back when Twitter was literally just about tweeting stupid stuff like "I'm eating a sandwich for lunch"

    twitter was a thing used via SMS by people who didn’t have mobile data service.

    I loved this feature back in ~2009. Back when Twitter was literally just about tweeting stupid stuff like "I'm eating a sandwich for lunch"

    3 votes

  11. Comment on What do you drive? in ~hobbies

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    I drive a 2023 Subaru Impreza Hatchback and I love it. I got my first Subaru back in 2020 and decided to get another in March. The AWD is so nice for the Upstate NY winters.

    I drive a 2023 Subaru Impreza Hatchback and I love it. I got my first Subaru back in 2020 and decided to get another in March. The AWD is so nice for the Upstate NY winters.

    2 votes

  12. Comment on Runners - please help me with tempo runs! in ~health

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    Tempo runs are a way of getting your body used to running with an increased amount of lactic acid in your muscles. Lactic acid is responsible for causing soreness/tiredness. This way when it comes...

    Tempo runs are a way of getting your body used to running with an increased amount of lactic acid in your muscles. Lactic acid is responsible for causing soreness/tiredness. This way when it comes to race day and you are running at 100% you can hold it longer before the lactic acid starts to creep in.

    2 votes

  13. Comment on Books that changed your perception in ~books

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    I just read Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport. It was really eye opening how these social media companies prey on our mindless attention. Ended up deleting my Instagram and Twitter accounts after...

    I just read Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport. It was really eye opening how these social media companies prey on our mindless attention.

    Ended up deleting my Instagram and Twitter accounts after I finished.. Just need to quit reddit now.

    1 vote

  14. Comment on Not entirely sure how to fill the void Reddit has left in ~talk

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    Yeah absolutely, and that's what really turns me off on a lot of servers, they move way too quick. It seems like a handful of the regulars on many servers are on it 24/7, so it always ends up...

    Yeah absolutely, and that's what really turns me off on a lot of servers, they move way too quick. It seems like a handful of the regulars on many servers are on it 24/7, so it always ends up being the same 5-10 folks talking.

  15. Comment on What excites you right now? in ~talk

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    I started a new job as a Product Architect last week. I'm trying to get up to speed ASAP, working on some really cool projects.

    I started a new job as a Product Architect last week. I'm trying to get up to speed ASAP, working on some really cool projects.

    1 vote

  16. Comment on PSG prepared to sell Kylian Mbappé this summer in ~sports.football

  17. Comment on What operating system do you run your home servers on? in ~tech

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    Ubuntu Desktop. It's what a I know, nothing crazy

    Ubuntu Desktop. It's what a I know, nothing crazy

    1 vote

  18. Comment on Any fans of KEXP here? in ~music

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    Yes they are phenomenal. Some of my favorite sets The Smile: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nc8I1lZ4Us IDLES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgQoaiLc328 black midi (before they even released an...

    Yes they are phenomenal. Some of my favorite sets

    The Smile: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nc8I1lZ4Us

    IDLES: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RgQoaiLc328

    black midi (before they even released an album): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMn1UuEIVvA

    Preoccupations (Viet Cong): https://youtu.be/1Uv-5YEEBCM

    Fleet Foxes: https://youtu.be/siDS07yC1Qg

    1 vote

  19. Comment on Embrace the slower social web in ~talk

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    Super true. I recently read Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport and it really reshaped how I looked at using social media. Came to the realization I was on Instagram and Twitter 24/7 since Covid and...

    Super true. I recently read Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport and it really reshaped how I looked at using social media. Came to the realization I was on Instagram and Twitter 24/7 since Covid and have since gotten rid of them.

    Take me back to the pre social media internet.

    7 votes

  20. Comment on Let's talk retro tech in ~hobbies

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    Are iPods considered retro now? Have to be right? I bought an iPod classes on eBay recently, and put in 1TB of storage, upgraded the battery and put a new faceplate on it. Look great. I also had a...

    Are iPods considered retro now? Have to be right?

    I bought an iPod classes on eBay recently, and put in 1TB of storage, upgraded the battery and put a new faceplate on it. Look great.

    I also had a preorder for the Analogue pocket but ended up canceling due to the lack of communication from the company and them just sitting on my money for over a year. It's a shame because I was really looking forward to getting one.

    3 votes