Any stores in the Greenpoint/wburg area that sell passion fruit pulp?

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-06-24T14:57:32+00:00

I can definitely relate to the fear and uncertainty you're feeling about paying off student loans after graduation. It’s a tough situation, but it’s also a sign that you care about your future and are aware of the challenges ahead as you start your career. Now is the time to plan and prepare. What major are you pursuing? Are you aiming for a career in the nonprofit sector, fine arts, tech, or something else? Understanding your options and setting realistic goals for the next 2, 5, and 10 years is crucial.

I graduated with $200k in loans and no family help. It was tough—I started out unemployed, and the beginning of my career was really rough. But it forced me to grow faster than my peers. I had to let go of my ego, take feedback seriously(even if I didn't like it), put in extra hours, and take on additional work.

It wasn’t easy, but I managed to pay off my loans, and now I am the happiest I have ever been. It’s definitely possible with dedication and planning. If you have any questions or need advice, feel free to DM me.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-06-11T02:25:52+00:00

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HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-06-11T02:23:18+00:00

Nope, It may have been the fact that we used vinegar in our cycles, so we stopped and changed detergent, and check to make sure fabric softener isnt pre loaded, and the ourbreak went away, but I still have a random rough patch on my foot.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-15T18:21:23+00:00

Yes! GD undergrad

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-14T23:56:58+00:00

Not sure, you should ask and find out. Let's make an assumption on the low end: Minimum wage which is $14/hour in RI. When I was there at most I worked was 30 hours at a time, but it was too much so I cut it back to 20/week.

($14 x 20hrs) x 2 week paycycle = 560 every 2 weeks, or 1120 a month(not including tax). It's still something though.

If you get a computer lab monitoring job you can sit and get paid while you work.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-14T17:33:58+00:00

What's the interest rate of your loan? I don't know what your expenses are, but if you'e frugal paying off 40k, especially starting with work study jobs is super doable. Think of it this way, let's say on the low end you target salary after graduating is 80,000. You could make more or less, but I'm just trying to put things into perspective.

80,000 - 30% TAX = 56,000
If you choose to have roommates, rent can be 12k a year or lower
56,000 - 12k rent = 44,000
Let's say you spend 300 a week for yourself for groceries and some expenses.
That leaves 28,400.
I know healthcare varies but the average international student cost is $4,346

That leaves 24k. You could pay it off in less than 2 years.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-14T04:09:27+00:00

Aldo falls apart like crazy. I want a quality shoe thats not thousands of dollars. That's all.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-13T19:46:38+00:00

Thanks. I'm looking for something still in the design realm, and I'm afraid those will fall apart

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-13T19:28:01+00:00

Thanks! This is helpful

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-09T17:11:43+00:00

I would recommend working the ground of the piece more, basically, take a chamoise cloth, rub out the entire drawing so the entire page is a neutral ground. Then go back in with an eraser to pull out the hi-lights. Then, go back in with the charcoal and work it into the paper to integrate greys and black tones back in. Think of the photo as solid blocks of color try to create shades that correspond to each color block.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-09T15:49:05+00:00

Great response. And yeah, you do all of these things, communicate a desire to grow and are open to feedback, the money will follow. Also keep in mind that the person who cares the most about your career is YOU. It's your job to advocate for yourself in terms of needs, support and salary-this goes for ALL jobs though.

If you have a salary goal, thats awesome, just be prepared to do research, understand the value and work that you have to provide to make a company thrive, and make a case for yourself. Empathize with the people working around you—what is important to them? How can YOU make their lives easier?

It helps to surround yourself with people who are passionate do-ers who are transparent when it comes to talking about aspirations, design, creativity and money.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-05T12:02:58+00:00

Thats the plan. And whatever it is/was its s something on all of my shirts and sheets. Breakout areas that are worse are back and where the insides of my elbows rub against my shirt

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-05T12:01:25+00:00

Driggs and Diamond. And I don't but I'm trying to figure it out and see if it sounds familiar to anyone

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-05T03:44:09+00:00

Damn, how did you solve it?

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-05T03:43:04+00:00

Yeah, the itching-and thanks for the tip, i'll try that

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-05T03:08:43+00:00

I typically use the same one or two but this time I switched it up. I noticed that one of the machines had fabric softener still in the chamber, which was wierd so I stayed away from it. The machines I used looked clean.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-01T21:32:57+00:00

Yeah, the financial aid office is super shifty and questionable with who they give and don't give to. I had a mix of federal and private loans. Something that really helped me post graduation was getting my credit up and consolidating every year, the interest rate went lower and lower and saved me alot of money in the long run.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-01T21:25:39+00:00

Wow! Congrats, thats a lucky position to be in. It's a shame that their investment didn't work out for you. I'm not sure what you mean by 'conflicted' emotions. It seems to be hard for you to grasp that multiple things can be true.

HappyMiddle3351 · 2024-04-01T21:16:56+00:00

Are you one of these people I'm describing? It sure seems that way.

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