Your Future Self
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thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »IslandTime wrote: »For you in particular I would say...
Give yourself "me" time. Make sure that you are taking care of you. It might seem selfish, but it's not. Everyone needs self maintenance & care and love in order to be happy and project positive vibes to the people around you. Keep in mind that no matter what is happening in your surroundings, you are the only one running your life, and only you is in control of the next step ahead.
That's very insightful. This was not a general advice, but for me in particular. Do you see something in me that screams, she really needs to take care of herself and get more me time?
I think we are all here because we expect more from ourselves, a better version of who we are. Do you
make your life worth living the way you want to.
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IslandTime wrote: »thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »IslandTime wrote: »For you in particular I would say...
Give yourself "me" time. Make sure that you are taking care of you. It might seem selfish, but it's not. Everyone needs self maintenance & care and love in order to be happy and project positive vibes to the people around you. Keep in mind that no matter what is happening in your surroundings, you are the only one running your life, and only you is in control of the next step ahead.
That's very insightful. This was not a general advice, but for me in particular. Do you see something in me that screams, she really needs to take care of herself and get more me time?
I think we are all here because we expect more from ourselves, a better version of who we are. Do you make your life worth living the way you want to.
I think I do that. I live a happy life.1 -
Bump, because I like suggestions, particularly from older people who have been there done that and got the t-shirt, and from young uns who are extraordinary.1
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The best financial decision I ever made was to minimize my student loan indebtedness. I was able to complete 60 college credits while in high school and I got 2 large scholarships for when I was in college so I only graduated with 10K of student loan debt that I was able to pay off by the time I was 25 with some very tight budgeting.
It's amazing how much financial freedom I have without that monthly payment looming over my head. I now take that that money and put it towards retirement instead. I would love to retire at 60 (or even 55 if possible!) and am doing everything in my power to make it happen.2 -
So one thing I'm doing for my future self is that I bought a planner, and I'm making personalized pages to track goals, making meal plans with shopping lists, etc., and wrapping it as a present to myself, so I can get a head start on my goals come January.
I am really enjoying the Christmas season right now (think feet up with hot cocoa) because I started early and avoided the busyness.
Anyone else with great advice to help our future selves?0 -
My future self looks a lot like my present and past self.
..... a complete *kitten*
I'm good with that.3 -
Motorsheen wrote: »My future self looks a lot like my present and past self.
..... a complete *kitten*
I'm good with that.
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Refusing to spend more than I make. Saving more than I used to, because I refuse to let money issues or worries ruin the quality of my life. Truly listening to and trying to understand others, teating people with kindness and doing what I can to help, when/if I can, because building positive relationships with others is what makes life truly meaningful. Trying to eat well to retain good health into ripe old age as well as minimize future medical expenses. Deciding on concrete goals, making a written plan or map to get there, and sticking to my plan so I don't have to look back someday and say, "I wish I would have (fill in blank)."2
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looking4better wrote: »Refusing to spend more than I make. Saving more than I used to, because I refuse to let money issues or worries ruin the quality of my life. Truly listening to and trying to understand others, teating people with kindness and doing what I can to help, when/if I can, because building positive relationships with others is what makes life truly meaningful. Trying to eat well to retain good health into ripe old age as well as minimize future medical expenses. Deciding on concrete goals, making a written plan or map to get there, and sticking to my plan so I don't have to look back someday and say, "I wish I would have (fill in blank)."
This woman has her act together.
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Cutaway_Collar wrote: »I do acts of charity randomly and almost regularly....
Reserving a spot in heaven.
This wont get you into heaven... lol... your gona burn in hell ...lol at least according to everyone who has ever preached at me...0 -
Cutaway_Collar wrote: »I do acts of charity randomly and almost regularly....
Reserving a spot in heaven.
Not sure that's how it works. But good works are a sign.
Be blessed!0 -
Ill be the Walmart greeter for my retirement, come on buy and say hi sometime... all you who are prepared.. lol0
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Chicken soup in the freezer. Once frozen, I'll pop these out the cups and vacuum seal for "fast food" lunches. It helps when the laziest option is also the healthiest one.
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This thread is awkwardly religious
I am earning a grad degree in order to invest in my future career prospects and financial well-being. I'm also saving $ so I can take some time off work for travel.
I'm doing both of these things via my own free will...there's not an imaginary puppeteer pulling my strings. And if there were an imaginary puppeteer putting his/her effort toward helping me organize my life, I'd ask him/her to put the effort toward more important things like ending famine and war.1 -
Cutaway_Collar wrote: »What if the good samaritan in the parable were a personally rotten man.... like having orgies or male lovers
What's rotten about that? Bringing love to others...sounds like a good samaritan to me1 -
Cutaway_Collar wrote: »What if the good samaritan in the parable were a personally rotten man.... like having orgies or male lovers
What's rotten about that? Brining love to others...sounds like a good samaritan to me
@Jenmar22 I have to say, every time you post you bring a logic with you that is refreshing... and you freeken crack me up.... lol thanks..0 -
Oh, thanks!PowerMan40 wrote: »@Jenmar22 I have to say, every time you post you bring a logic with you that is refreshing... and you freeken crack me up.... lol thanks.. I appreciate that....especially since it's only a matter of time until someone comes along and damns me to hell 
It wasn't so much "social justice warriorist" as "orgie defenderist" ...but indeed, I respect your fidelity to TiberiusCutaway_Collar wrote: »While I don't like to apply 21st century social justice warriorist whims on sacred texts... I was merely listing commonly agreed upon vices during the time of Tiberius.0 -
This thread is awkwardly religious
I am earning a grad degree in order to invest in my future career prospects and financial well-being. I'm also saving $ so I can take some time off work for travel.
I'm doing both of these thing via my own free will...there's not an imaginary puppeteer pulling my strings. And if there were an imaginary puppeteer putting his/her effort toward helping me organize my life, I'd ask him/her to put the effort toward more important things like ending famine and war.
For some people, faith is a large part of their life, and the glasses through which we see and perceive the world. It's not for everyone, just like any other life choice. If that's awkward for you, realize it isn't awkward for many other people. Think of it as an alternative lifestyle.
Just be as open hearted to us as you are to all the other people who haven't chosen to live exactly as you do.1 -
Right. Carry one with your "faith glasses." But when you reply to multiple posts with something like "Be blessed," it makes the thread feel, as I said, awkwardly religious
Carry on though... I'm a big fan of planning for one's future self. Misses forethinking right here.1 -
thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »This thread is awkwardly religious
I am earning a grad degree in order to invest in my future career prospects and financial well-being. I'm also saving $ so I can take some time off work for travel.
I'm doing both of these thing via my own free will...there's not an imaginary puppeteer pulling my strings. And if there were an imaginary puppeteer putting his/her effort toward helping me organize my life, I'd ask him/her to put the effort toward more important things like ending famine and war.
For some people, faith is a large part of their life, and the glasses through which we see and perceive the world. It's not for everyone, just like any other life choice. If that's awkward for you, realize it isn't awkward for many other people. Think of it as an alternative lifestyle.
Just be as open hearted to us as you are to all the other people who haven't chosen to live exactly as you do.
The only issue that I have with it's that it's against; the rules here; unless conducted within a group!
I have the same problem, within my apartment complex; despite there being no solicitation/trespassing signs!
People whom, don't obey; rules're disrespectful! The humble, don't advertise; their beliefs!
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Not letting our parents talk us into having kids. We get so much pressure, but have no interest in raising children. We just bought our first house and got to use the two spare bedrooms for our hobbies while our friends complain about having to share their space with kids or how 3000 sq ft houses are too expensive here. Ha! Were in 1400 with room to spare.
Paying for college as we went. I went to community college while my husband got a deep discount from his father working at the university, then the same discount as he worked there while getting his graduate degree. Some of it was good planning and some of it just being in a fortunate position, but it is awesome to start adulthood debt free.
Saying no to credit cards. I've made it to 35 and never had a credit card. Plenty of people have told me I need one for this or that, but it's not true. Having money in the bank is better.
Not decorating for holidays. Yeah, were not festive, but we don't have to outdo our neighbors or figure out where to store decorations. It makes life easier.
Own a moka pot. It's like Starbucks, but you don't have to leave the house.2 -
Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
Secularists are the new bigots.thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »This thread is awkwardly religious
I am earning a grad degree in order to invest in my future career prospects and financial well-being. I'm also saving $ so I can take some time off work for travel.
I'm doing both of these thing via my own free will...there's not an imaginary puppeteer pulling my strings. And if there were an imaginary puppeteer putting his/her effort toward helping me organize my life, I'd ask him/her to put the effort toward more important things like ending famine and war.
For some people, faith is a large part of their life, and the glasses through which we see and percieve the world. It's not for everyone, just like any other life choice. If that's awkward for you, realize it isn't awkward for many other people. Think of it as an alternative lifestyle.
Just be as open hearted to us as you are to all the other people who haven't chosen to live exactly as you do.
I perceive the world through thick and faithful Tom Fords and Christian Diors.
While I won't engage (because I want the advice and don't want the thread to disappear), are there some things the "old heads" have done that you observe that works to be kind to your future self?
My grandma could touch her toes at 80+. After her passing, we visited the nursing home she lived in and noticed them.leading an outdoor exercise class. Very old people, very limber. It inspired me to exercise stiff body parts.
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Two more things I do for my future self, not so specific but more general...
1. Meditating. It helps me focus, improves my mental clarity, and is great for my mental health. Putting in 5-10 minutes in the morning to meditate helps me be more productive all day. And having a regular regime of medication makes me overall more clear and focused in life.
2. Thinking about the environment, trying to conserve and live more minimally. We have to live on this planet for as many more years as possible. It's a beautiful, giving planet; and we've already done so much damage to it. I try to do my part (and encourage politicians to do their part) to preserve and conserve it for our future selves (and our offsprings' futures). Plus, conserving/living more minimally is a good way to save money. I still have a lot of growth in this area though. Luckily a lot of my friends are much better environmentalists than I am, and they're good role models.0 -
Right. Carry one with your "faith glasses." But when you reply to multiple posts with something like "Be blessed," it makes the thread feel, as I said, awkwardly religious
Carry on though... I'm a big fan of planning for one's future self. Misses forethinking right here.
I'm also from a large, diverse city. There is a Muslim dude that parks his cab by the fast food place and put his rug on the cement parking space next to it and pray. I can't even count how many times I've seen him do that. And the Jewish women at my gym cover their hair and wear fitness skirts over their yoga pants, and the churches around town are always busy doing well for the poor and having a donation drive of one sort or the other advertised on tv. None of these are awkward for me. Neither are my gay neighbors. One of my neighbors is from Africa and insisted she pray over us. I thought is was great.
People who seem to find "others" awkward is what I feel is "awkward." But again, that probably comes from the diversity I am used to.1 -
thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »Right. Carry one with your "faith glasses." But when you reply to multiple posts with something like "Be blessed," it makes the thread feel, as I said, awkwardly religious
Carry on though... I'm a big fan of planning for one's future self. Misses forethinking right here.
I'm also from a large, diverse city. There is a Muslim dude that parks his cab by the fast food place and put his rug on the cement parking space next to it and pray. I can't even count how many times I've seen him do that. And the Jewish women at my gym cover their hair and wear fitness skirts over their yoga pants, and the churches around town are always busy doing well for the poor and having a donation drive of one sort or the other advertised on tv. None of these are awkward for me. Neither are my gay neighbors. One of my neighbors is from Africa and insisted she pray over us. I thought is was great.
People who seem to find "others" awkward is what I feel is "awkward." But again, that probably comes from the diversity I am used to.
I live w/ a fair amount of diversity as well. I live in Los Angeles, and have lived in other cities as well And your post is basically the equivalent of "I'm open minded....I have diverse friends" The fact that you feel the need to point out all this specific "diversity" is...yeah, awkward.
Anyway, I thought you weren't engaging.... I'm happy to participate in the discussion of "preparing for our future selves." I just wanted to make sure I wasn't going to get sprinkled w/ holy water after sharing ideas.2 -
Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
Well I carry a rosary.... alright, I kid, I kid. My wife's an atheist. Can you believe it? Pliny the elder once said if you like a fine woman... charm her, enjoy her, marry her and then pay for it for the rest of your life and that I do very wellthisonetimeatthegym wrote: »Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
Secularists are the new bigots.thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »This thread is awkwardly religious
I am earning a grad degree in order to invest in my future career prospects and financial well-being. I'm also saving $ so I can take some time off work for travel.
I'm doing both of these thing via my own free will...there's not an imaginary puppeteer pulling my strings. And if there were an imaginary puppeteer putting his/her effort toward helping me organize my life, I'd ask him/her to put the effort toward more important things like ending famine and war.
For some people, faith is a large part of their life, and the glasses through which we see and percieve the world. It's not for everyone, just like any other life choice. If that's awkward for you, realize it isn't awkward for many other people. Think of it as an alternative lifestyle.
Just be as open hearted to us as you are to all the other people who haven't chosen to live exactly as you do.
I perceive the world through thick and faithful Tom Fords and Christian Diors.
While I won't engage (because I want the advice and don't want the thread to disappear), are there some things the "old heads" have done that you observe that works to be kind to your future self?
My grandma could touch her toes at 80+. After her passing, we visited the nursing home she lived in and noticed them.leading an outdoor exercise class. Very old people, very limber. It inspired me to exercise stiff body parts.
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Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
I fret about not being able to take my kids and my wife to the church in the distant future.thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
Well I carry a rosary.... alright, I kid, I kid. My wife's an atheist. Can you believe it? Pliny the elder once said if you like a fine woman... charm her, enjoy her, marry her and then pay for it for the rest of your life and that I do very wellthisonetimeatthegym wrote: »Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
Secularists are the new bigots.thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »This thread is awkwardly religious
I am earning a grad degree in order to invest in my future career prospects and financial well-being. I'm also saving $ so I can take some time off work for travel.
I'm doing both of these thing via my own free will...there's not an imaginary puppeteer pulling my strings. And if there were an imaginary puppeteer putting his/her effort toward helping me organize my life, I'd ask him/her to put the effort toward more important things like ending famine and war.
For some people, faith is a large part of their life, and the glasses through which we see and percieve the world. It's not for everyone, just like any other life choice. If that's awkward for you, realize it isn't awkward for many other people. Think of it as an alternative lifestyle.
Just be as open hearted to us as you are to all the other people who haven't chosen to live exactly as you do.
I perceive the world through thick and faithful Tom Fords and Christian Diors.
While I won't engage (because I want the advice and don't want the thread to disappear), are there some things the "old heads" have done that you observe that works to be kind to your future self?
My grandma could touch her toes at 80+. After her passing, we visited the nursing home she lived in and noticed them.leading an outdoor exercise class. Very old people, very limber. It inspired me to exercise stiff body parts.
And all the single church ladies think I'm a single man and they seem very excited and social and then they see the ring on my finger and they have this look on their faces - "ooohhh progressive wife widower".
Ha! Just tell her what you told us, she'll be in the pew next to you, just to protect her property!0 -
Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
I am not as kind as you are. I look at praying Muslim men and fret if they are moderates. I looooooove Jewish women and their pants. So maybe I am kindthisonetimeatthegym wrote: »Right. Carry one with your "faith glasses." But when you reply to multiple posts with something like "Be blessed," it makes the thread feel, as I said, awkwardly religious
Carry on though... I'm a big fan of planning for one's future self. Misses forethinking right here.
I'm also from a large, diverse city. There is a Muslim dude that parks his cab by the fast food place and put his rug on the cement parking space next to it and pray. I can't even count how many times I've seen him do that. And the Jewish women at my gym cover their hair and wear fitness skirts over their yoga pants, and the churches around town are always busy doing well for the poor and having a donation drive of one sort or the other advertised on tv. None of these are awkward for me. Neither are my gay neighbors. One of my neighbors is from Africa and insisted she pray over us. I thought is was great.
People who seem to find "others" awkward is what I feel is "awkward." But again, that probably comes from the diversity I am used to.
The very devout Jewish women look confused when I say Shalom. They don't know how many bar mitzvah's I've been to!0 -
Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
I kinda love the sense of martyrdom that I am trying to reserve a place for me and my heathen munchkin at the Pearly Gates for an express pass past Pete. Mixed with a touch of self-pity to project an image of a man in despair and anguish. I also enjoy my private sessions with Dad.thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
I fret about not being able to take my kids and my wife to the church in the distant future.thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
Well I carry a rosary.... alright, I kid, I kid. My wife's an atheist. Can you believe it? Pliny the elder once said if you like a fine woman... charm her, enjoy her, marry her and then pay for it for the rest of your life and that I do very wellthisonetimeatthegym wrote: »Cutaway_Collar wrote: »
Secularists are the new bigots.thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »This thread is awkwardly religious
I am earning a grad degree in order to invest in my future career prospects and financial well-being. I'm also saving $ so I can take some time off work for travel.
I'm doing both of these thing via my own free will...there's not an imaginary puppeteer pulling my strings. And if there were an imaginary puppeteer putting his/her effort toward helping me organize my life, I'd ask him/her to put the effort toward more important things like ending famine and war.
For some people, faith is a large part of their life, and the glasses through which we see and percieve the world. It's not for everyone, just like any other life choice. If that's awkward for you, realize it isn't awkward for many other people. Think of it as an alternative lifestyle.
Just be as open hearted to us as you are to all the other people who haven't chosen to live exactly as you do.
I perceive the world through thick and faithful Tom Fords and Christian Diors.
While I won't engage (because I want the advice and don't want the thread to disappear), are there some things the "old heads" have done that you observe that works to be kind to your future self?
My grandma could touch her toes at 80+. After her passing, we visited the nursing home she lived in and noticed them.leading an outdoor exercise class. Very old people, very limber. It inspired me to exercise stiff body parts.
And all the single church ladies think I'm a single man and they seem very excited and social and then they see the ring on my finger and they have this look on their faces - "ooohhh progressive wife widower".
Ha! Just tell her what you told us, she'll be in the pew next to you, just to protect her property!
I'm not even sure which part is sarcasm, jokes and reality.
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thisonetimeatthegym wrote: »Right. Carry one with your "faith glasses." But when you reply to multiple posts with something like "Be blessed," it makes the thread feel, as I said, awkwardly religious
Carry on though... I'm a big fan of planning for one's future self. Misses forethinking right here.
I'm also from a large, diverse city. There is a Muslim dude that parks his cab by the fast food place and put his rug on the cement parking space next to it and pray. I can't even count how many times I've seen him do that. And the Jewish women at my gym cover their hair and wear fitness skirts over their yoga pants, and the churches around town are always busy doing well for the poor and having a donation drive of one sort or the other advertised on tv. None of these are awkward for me. Neither are my gay neighbors. One of my neighbors is from Africa and insisted she pray over us. I thought is was great.
People who seem to find "others" awkward is what I feel is "awkward." But again, that probably comes from the diversity I am used to.
I live w/ a fair amount of diversity as well. I live in Los Angeles, and have lived in other cities as well And your post is basically the equivalent of "I'm open minded....I have diverse friends" The fact that you feel the need to point out all this specific "diversity" is...yeah, awkward.
Anyway, I thought you weren't engaging.... I'm happy to participate in the discussion of "preparing for our future selves." I just wanted to make sure I wasn't going to get sprinkled w/ holy water after sharing ideas.
yep LA is defiantly not a diverse place.... Im an hour away, and I can say we are way more diverse here than there... lol0
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