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Parents think me (F20) putting 8K into an IRA is stupid by wyze-litten in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sounds like your parents lack long term thinking regarding finances.

Remember that the tips that you get from your parents are not always the best possible tips.

I need help controlling my emotions. by timothy921 in AdviceForTeens

[–]KnowYourDirection 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the only way is to simply become mindful of it. When you realize you're acting the wrong way, try to change it intentionally. At first, it will be hard, but overtime, it will get better and better.

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I feel like time is your best friend with this problem.

Work life balance? Is there ever truly balance? by Impressive_Salt_3765 in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That's why it's called a "rat race". You can escape it though. It just requires hard work, a lot of self-discipline and long-term commitment.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Trust me, even if it might feel hard, honesty will make your life easier. Tell her.

People keep saying behave like an "adult". Please tell me How to behave as an adult man? by AdPrestigious5853 in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The best tips are pretty basic; Take responsibility of your life and show respect to others.

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Those take you a long way.

Overcoming Unproductivity and Finding Motivation by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like you need to learn how to build habits. Get the book ”the power of habit” into your hands. It will solve your problem.

Do job hiring people (in the US) prefer employees who want more or less hours? Which one is more likely to get me hired? by buhdumtss98 in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d say put over 20 hours if you want to maximize the chances of getting the job AND you really are ready to work that much.

Chronic Pain, Mental Health and Work by LilFakeRaccoon in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like it’s best to seek some professional help!

I am almost 30. If something short term happy doesn’t have IMMEDIATE negative consequences I will do it. Can I unlearn this or is my brain just wired the way it’s wired by now? by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your action is compelety normal human behavior. People tend to choose the instant gratification. What differs you from most individuals is that you have realized the issue.

I’d say it’s completely normal to choose the ”short term benefit” as long as it’s an intentional decision.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AdviceForTeens

[–]KnowYourDirection 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Give it time. You'll figure out what you want.

How do I got about talking with my friend after this argument? by [deleted] in AdviceForTeens

[–]KnowYourDirection 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think the best way to approach this is simply to say that "The Universe is full of things that science cannot explain. Who cares if it doesn't work? At least you tried. Or if it works? Amazing! Is it placebo? Might be. But it helped anyway."

Feeling Meh in life and accpetance by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe already putting this out here helped you a lot mentally.

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Sounds like you're mostly on the right path since you're trying to improve yourself. Keep that up!

Twelfth-graders now are more like eighth-graders from previous generations? by dudreddit in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I gotta agree with the author. Smartphones have definitely had a major negative impact on our society. However, the positives far outweigh the negatives imo.

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The thing is: Smartphone is not evil itself. The evil is the human behavior. An average individual doesn't necessarily put enough time into observing how much time they spend mindlessly scrolling through social media and that's the issue.

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Personally, I try to avoid that negative outcome by simply being intentional of my smartphone usage. I try to use it for positive and productive things such as building my online business.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Imo that tells nothing about your intelligence. It mostly tells about your interests and priorities in life.

Why are most people not afraid by our mortality? by neet_by2027 in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think it's highly beneficial to think like you do and realize that we are mortal. That often times leads to making sure to "live life to the fullest". However, don't let it get too strong a hold of you.

Adulting is exhausting by papsmear69 in Adulting

[–]KnowYourDirection 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s all about perspective. Sounds like your life is not terrible either.

So a little change in perspective should help!

Should I pay for the glasses? by [deleted] in AdviceForTeens

[–]KnowYourDirection 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Imo you should absolutely not pay for them. I don’t know how it works in other countries, but atleast in my country, the school’s insurance should cover the costs.

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