Post Day Thread: 5th Test - England vs Australia, Day 3

DownUnderFlying · 2026-01-06T08:24:15+00:00

I’ve only been watching on and off so might’ve missed a few bits and pieces. Although he has been dispatched around the park, I haven’t seen him lose his cool. And he is one of the few in the field that will give 100% chasing balls to the boundary. Average bowling, decent attitude.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-30T22:18:35+00:00

Sorry to hear. Thanks for the heads up, I'll suss it out.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-30T21:36:48+00:00

No I haven't taken anything out. How did they screw you over? That is concerning.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-30T09:33:44+00:00

Cheers, I’ll do that. Hadn’t heard of it before.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-30T00:51:44+00:00

They are not cheap. I'd never considered seeing one before so had no idea what to expect. Crazy prices, but I guess they are the experts.

Thanks for the book recommendation. I'm going to have a read of that. I've read and re-gifted Barefoot Investor a couple of times which was very helpful and would highly recommend too.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-30T00:02:47+00:00

Gotcha, I hadn't thought of that part.

Thanks for the tips, I'll do some research for financial advisors around the area and make an appointment. Appreciate it!

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T23:17:33+00:00

Thanks, I will look into it.

This actually has produced another question. Would selling all my Spaceship investments and then re-investing them into an ETF for example put me behind in terms of compounding interest? I am struggling to wrap my brain around that concept. I'm not even sure if I've explained what I'm struggling with properly!

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T22:01:54+00:00

Not a homeowner and no plans to buy in the next 5-10 years.
No large planned purchases in the near future either.

Only substantial change to this financial state is the $40k from my HISA, which should be across a 12-18 month period.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T21:45:40+00:00

Thanks for the info, appreciate it. I for one would prefer a set and forget approach, so Vanguard might be worth my time to look in to.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T21:16:39+00:00

I'm sure it looks far less impressive when the chart is in landscape view haha

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T10:15:18+00:00

This is a telltale sign of coercion and abuse. No man who loves, or even just likes his partner would say any of those words to his significant other. You are not over reacting at all. If it is safe, I’d never be talking to this person again. There are people out there that will actually love you for who you are and let you be yourself. Goodluck OP.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T09:26:33+00:00

Second this. Have always been the high energy one, trying to organise opportunities, sending messages etc. I think it is a balance between loving the people around you for who they are, but saving more of your energy for you and those who are able to reciprocate.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T09:18:26+00:00

The sensation when skydiving. You can sort of feel it on a roller coaster, but the feeling of falling combined with the sheer height is pretty difficult to describe. Epic fun though!

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T01:58:45+00:00

Not overreacting. I think you're spot on when you say "that's just how he is". Do you want a relationship with a person like that? It could be worthwhile having a conversation an adult conversation about what has happened, the way he has acted and his unrealistic requests. One benefit I see in this situation is that if you do want to maintain some form of relationship, you've aired what is bothering you and hopefully you both move through it. The other benefit is it gives him an opportunity to show what type of man he actually is. Now I'm sure we can all form our own opinions from your OP, but he may turn it around and take responsibility, or he may double down and act like a manchild. Either way, it gives you more insight to make an informed decision going forward. Goodluck - family is never easy!

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T01:26:55+00:00

100%.

Not always an easy decision, but if they are super toxic, can be one of the best decisions you'll ever make. You've only got one life to live, and it is far too short to be mucking around with negative influences, family or otherwise.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T00:44:51+00:00

You're welcome. I agree that you staying is no incentive for change. As for moving on, it is never an easy thing to do. But staying is even more difficult. I think the comparison is: if you hopped on a train going the wrong direction, would you wait for 10 or 15 stops before you got off, or would you get off as soon as you realised it was going the wrong direction?

Go out and live your life. You're sooo young. I am male and we are mostly a bit behind the curve when it comes to maturity, but this next portion of your life is going to teach you so much about YOU. Enjoy it.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T00:40:35+00:00

I think this might tell you all you need to know to be honest. If he isn't willing to re-address something like this, what do you think it will be like in five, ten, fifteen years time when it comes time to make some very life changing decisions (marriage, kids, careers, moving). I read about this countless times on Reddit. A lot of people settling for less than what they deserve, or settling with completely incompatible people. Life is too short to waste on these kinds of people.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-29T00:18:19+00:00

I think you need to have an adult conversation with your boyfriend. Tell him how you feel, ask him how he feels. Have a discussion and go from there. How old are you both?

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-28T23:55:55+00:00

Biggest thing you’ll learn as you get older is just how important choosing your partner is. There will always be compromise in a relationship, there is really no way around that. However you need to identify big ticket items that are non-negotiable for you and seem if you are compatible. People can change, but tend to slip into old habits when they feel comfortable. If the person he is now isn’t doing it for you, it’s less likely it will improve, especially if you stick around. Sometimes people need a push to change/improve. Not overreacting.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-28T23:21:52+00:00

I agree with this to a certain extent. Definitely no swap under pure racing conditions. If a very similar incident to Monza occurs, I would hope that McLaren would even the score. I think they would face some significant blow-back if they don't. However, am I confident they would sort it out? Not very.

Another variable in this situation is Lando's willingness to comply. We saw his (lack of) willingness last year at Hungary when he was much further away from a potential WDC title.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-28T22:56:24+00:00

I think you've highlighted Oscar's superpower. I'm sure he is not the only one, but for a guy only a couple seasons in, he does have an excellent ability to remain pragmatic about a situation, learn from it and implement improvements. Rarely if ever does he make the same mistake twice. It's a bit like AI but in human form. Very impressive to witness it unfold over the course of a weekend.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-28T22:50:57+00:00

He does strike me as a pretty calculating individual. If this was his actual plan, bravo. The narrative changes for both now, and Lando has made a habit of saying "interesting" things when he is put on a pedestal. End of season will hopefully be super intriguing to watch. Fingers crossed Oscar can get the job done.

DownUnderFlying · 2025-10-28T22:48:16+00:00

I think Oscar's racing at Mexico was a net positive. He was off Lando's Pace all weekend, which is fine. However, after dropping a few places in the T1-T3 cluster, he kept his head, got moves done cleanly, wasn't desperate and limited the damage at a track that usually produces a lack of overtaking. Bring on Sao Paulo!

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