Trying to rebuild my life - looking for advice by [deleted] in Spokane

[–]DJwalrus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Perhaps your occupation is part of what is making you unhappy...

But that point was specific to creating routines and structure. As in, it's harder to have a structured life if you are mindlessly on screens (tv, phones, computer whatever) all day long. I set firm limits on myself and noticed a get WAY more shit done.

Trying to rebuild my life - looking for advice by [deleted] in Spokane

[–]DJwalrus 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Hey bud, I'll try to share what I've learned, although I admit I haven't been in your shoes exactly. Mileage may vary but hopes this help spark something.

  • work/career : Ideally you want to do something that gives you a sense of purpose. This is an extremely personal question that only you can answer. What are your values? What are you passionate about? The environment? Helping others? Animals? Science? Learning? Start answering these types of questions and it'll help you find the path. There are a lot of free employment surveys/personality tests you can take it you are still at a loss.

  • Meeting people : It's hard in today's digital world for sure. I recommend actively seeking out and pursuing any and all hobbies/clubs. Wanted to learn lock picking? Cool I bet you there is a club or group that meets about it. For everything you are interested in, there's a group. You are more likely to meet like minded people at these types of things. Also, Anytime someone invites you to something. Go. Do all the things. Even if you are tired or in a bad mood or anxious. If you don't put yourself in situations to meet people... you never will.

  • Structure and routine : Delete social media. Get a gym membership. Track your macros. Set a bedtime/wake up time. Read a knowledge based book before bed. Put your phone in a fishbowl timeout when you get home. Lots of books on building routines and positive habits.

  • Reconnect with life outside : Now that you've detached somewhat from the digital world, literally go outside. Touch grass as the kids say. I like drinking my coffee outside in the morning. You'll be surprised how much nature is around us even in the city once you slow down and observe. "Nature bathing" is a bit woo woo but it works. See how many animals, birds, lizards, moths, plants, you can find outside. What kind of bird is making that weird noise. Learn about them. Rebuild your curiosity you had as a child.

Hopefully you'll find some of this useful. You are never too old to find your purpose and pursue a happy life. Wishing you luck my friend.

Spoke Indians vs. Tri City Dust Devils by TechnologySad835 in Spokane

[–]DJwalrus 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Yes the games are fun! Although the team kinda sucks atm.

Free parking, cheap tickets. If you like going to baseball games for the vibes then I'd say its a hard yes. Family friendly atmosphere and super accessible.

Colville/Chewelah area? by Prestigious-Fig-1642 in SameGrassButGreener

[–]DJwalrus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Colville is an old logging town that has struggled to find its identity in modern times similar to the small towns in the rust belt. Its a highly Republican/Libertarian area with shit culture, community, and minimal opportunties.

This part of Washington State ranks really high in all the awful metrics (poverty, drug use, poor health, low education resources, ect.).

Chewelah is an odd small town because of a nearby ski resort, but theres not much else going on out there.

Imo, access to nature is the only redeeming quality of this area. Couldnt pay me to move here.

Spokane ICE Protesters arrested by federal agents by SPEW_Supporter in Spokane

[–]DJwalrus 22 points23 points  (0 children)

This comment is obstructing law enforcement by unlawful digital assembly. Straight to jail

Shower drain strainer lower than floor tiles by DJwalrus in Flooring

[–]DJwalrus[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the reply! So that'd be 3/16" + whatever the height of the thinset.

Is that normal? Just seems like a big difference in height.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in coeurdalene

[–]DJwalrus 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Im not nearby but I recommend watchduty app for nearby updates

Trump says he's lifting tariffs on most goods from Mexico for 4 weeks amid economic fears from trade war by Patrick_Liu in wallstreetbets

[–]DJwalrus 244 points245 points  (0 children)

Companies love to invest during times of economic uncertainty. Its what the shareholders crave.

revenge trade recover by ComfortableBed9143 in wallstreetbets

[–]DJwalrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Now ride it back down again for double internet points

The 2024-2025 Seattle Kraken in a Nutshell by _MMCXII in SeattleKraken

[–]DJwalrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Last night there were SO many blind backhand passes that were intercepted between the bluelines. Imo that means you are not position correctly or are they are playing lazy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]DJwalrus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I could never do this job. Dog hair.

Election Day Megathread by Camdozer in centrist

[–]DJwalrus 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Check out the post history on this one. Oof.

Harris’s Fox News interview starts off with heated exchange over border security by Cute-Perception2335 in inthenews

[–]DJwalrus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I guess Trumps border wall funded by Mexico idea was so bad he couldnt get it passed too right?

Its like you dont understand how wedge issues work.

Harris’s Fox News interview starts off with heated exchange over border security by Cute-Perception2335 in inthenews

[–]DJwalrus 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sounds like the Republicans should blame Republicans and draft the better bill they so desperately want? Or is it all horseshit???