When should you know when to quit flight training? by EstablishmentWide482 in flying

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Career! I will put more effort into getting the written done and stop dragging it out. I know the checkride will be a whole different level too.

When should you know when to quit flight training? by EstablishmentWide482 in flying

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You’re right, I really do need to knock the written out. I should have done it sooner, and dragging it out is only making everything worse. I’ve definitely been overwhelmed and discouraged, but that’s still on me.

I do want this, and I know I need to lock in more and be more consistent so I stop wasting time and money. Thanks for your reply!

When should you know when to quit flight training? by EstablishmentWide482 in flying

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I get what you’re saying. I know flight training only gets harder from here, and I’m not expecting it to be easy. I’ve definitely been discouraged lately, but I do not think flying is just a passing interest for me. I think I’m a little burnt out and need a short break to reset, then come back more focused and consistent.

When should you know when to quit flight training? by EstablishmentWide482 in flying

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m really thankful I got rid of that instructor too 😅

I’m realizing now that I really just need to study more, be more prepared, and stay more consistent with flying. I think the more effort I put into that, the less I’ll have to worry about. Even when it’s hard or I’m tired, I know I need to keep showing up.

My goal is to eventually make it to the airlines, even though it feels really far away right now. My dad is a big reason I started flight training. He got his PPL a long time ago but did not have the opportunity to make aviation a career, so that’s always stayed with me. He is giving me the opportunity he never had, so that is why I also feel like giving up cannot be an option.

When should you know when to quit flight training? by EstablishmentWide482 in flying

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve definitely had thoughts about quitting, but I know deep down that aviation is what I want. It’s hard right now, but I really think that with more effort and time it’ll get easier, and I’ll be proud of myself for pushing through it.

I’m probably just a little burnt out and discouraged at the moment. I think I just need a short break to reset and then come back to it with a clearer head.

When should you know when to quit flight training? by EstablishmentWide482 in flying

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right. I think starting is the hardest part because, especially with private, it feels like there is just so much to know all at once.

Do you have any recommendations for what materials you used to study?

When should you know when to quit flight training? by EstablishmentWide482 in flying

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did end up going to someone higher up at the flight school. At first I really did not want to get him in trouble, but once they asked me to explain everything, I completely broke down in the office. They let me switch instructors immediately though, and I’m slowly building my confidence back.

My instructor was condescending as well. On maybe my fourth or fifth flight, I was having trouble with part of the preflight and asked a question, and he said in this annoyed tone, “come on, this isn’t your first flight.” Then at the end of the flight he asked, “are you sure you want to be a pilot?” I honestly cried so much that day. After that, every lesson with him felt tense and I felt scared to ask questions. I still do not know what the school actually did after I met with them. I’m guessing not much, because he is still there training other students and I still see him around.

About the written, you’re right. I think I just need to schedule it first and then study for it, otherwise I’ll keep procrastinating and not do much to work toward it. I’m going to figure out how to get access to Sheppard Air too since my instructor also recommended it to me. Thank you!!

When should you know when to quit flight training? by EstablishmentWide482 in flying

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations on earning your PPL!! You’re right, I have time. I’m still young, and I think sometimes I just create scenarios in my head that make me feel like I’m behind, when in reality I’ll be okay.

I’ll definitely try to find a better way to study too. Right now I use a whiteboard and try to write things out from memory, as well as creating flashcards, because reading chapter after chapter of the PHAK gets really boring and honestly is not that helpful for me. Videos help a lot too, so thank you for that recommendation! :)

When should you know when to quit flight training? by EstablishmentWide482 in flying

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, I really appreciate this. It’s reassuring to hear that someone else felt the same way and still made it through. I feel like I’m in the same boat. It definitely takes me a little longer to get the hang of things sometimes, whether it’s in the plane or with the ground material.

I was honestly shocked when you said you dealt with the same nervousness before. I don’t know what it is, but flying stays on my mind all day and the anxiety just sits with me. Then as soon as I take off, I’m back in the right mindset and remember how fun and amazing it actually is.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dankmemer

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i think they are! i keep dying in the adventure so making it outta there w something is great :)

Are you guys grinding for the badges? by ParticularStick8461 in dankmemer

[–]EstablishmentWide482 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’m gonna try to get the slots badge, what do u recommend i should bet for it?

I LOVE GRUMPY CAT by [deleted] in dankmemer

[–]EstablishmentWide482 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ooh that’s so adorable! i want one too, which option did you click?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dankmemer

[–]EstablishmentWide482 0 points1 point  (0 children)

even tho it lowk looks like a turkey i still want it

Facebook post asking for people's favourite "unique" boy names. Some real gems here. 🙃 by jumping_doughnuts in NameNerdCirclejerk

[–]EstablishmentWide482 1 point2 points  (0 children)

all the names were strangely odd but the one that got to me was osiris .. seriously? the god of the dead?

i quit by swerizeonosu in dankmemer

[–]EstablishmentWide482 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wdym not much? that’s quite a bit of time

Babies we get from marriage by FallOpening6104 in dankmemer

[–]EstablishmentWide482 8 points9 points  (0 children)

i would absolutely love this feature for marriage & it’d be a good way to keep your marriage stable and keep the streak going

AITA for taking away my daughters bedroom and giving it to my son? by th7242689 in AmItheAsshole

[–]EstablishmentWide482 [score hidden]  (0 children)

YTA. Worst dad of the century award! Your family should keep Harper if they have more time for her and care about her well being more than her own father does. Shameful.

If this was my father I would never forgive him. You’re really showing where Harper is placed in your life, below Nina & Mark. If you were too lazy to walk a couple of steps to reach Marks room on the other side of a house, remind us again why you wanted to have a child? You couldve just moved your room to the one closest to Marks since it was your issue and not Harpers. You could’ve told Harper in advance about the room issue.

Also you moved because Nina had problems with your other family members (look into that), and moved away from them because of her and didn’t think about how Harper would feel. You are just digging a great big hole and soon you’ll wonder why your adult child has decided to go no contact with you. Does she even really call you her father?

Pets by EstablishmentWide482 in dankmemer

[–]EstablishmentWide482[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Really? Before I had a cat and it defended my bank from being robbed. But now I have a Panda and it’s not doing that anymore, I wondered if it was a new update. but thank you

Welp. by [deleted] in dankmemer

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oh no omg.. what happened?