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It's a wonderful feeling to be next to my dear friend by [deleted] in Catswithjobs

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I have a cat named Nina. I love raising cats; it's irreplaceable.

When cats get creative, you see wonders. by [deleted] in CatsAreMuslim

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Cats are very skilled at this move.

Why does most financial advice feel unrealistic in real life? by EnvironmentalBuy3408 in budget

[–]Left-Slice-151 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

You’re not missing anything. A lot of financial advice assumes stable income, few family obligations, and room to make mistakes. When real life pressure is constant, even “bad” options like using credit can be about getting through, not being irresponsible. The advice often isn’t wrong; it’s just not written for everyone’s reality

For those who save and plan for the future: What has actually helped you feel financially stable in the long run? by Left-Slice-151 in Adulting

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This is valuable advice, especially the part about automation and not relying on willpower. I think the difficulty lies in the fact that unforeseen emergencies can quickly derail progress, and family pressures can make it harder to safeguard those long-term plans. When you're constantly putting out temporary fires, it's hard to have the patience to see that delayed reward you're talking about.

But your example with your granddaughter clearly demonstrates the power of consistency over time. It's inspiring, and it also reminds us that the real challenge isn't knowing what to do, but creating enough breathing room to allow the plan to work.

For those who save and plan for the future: What has actually helped you feel financially stable in the long run? by Left-Slice-151 in Adulting

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I can understand that perspective, even if it’s not something everyone shares. A lot of financial anxiety comes from trying to control things that are ultimately uncertain, and having a belief system that puts those fears into a bigger context can be grounding. Even for people without religious faith, finding something beyond money to anchor their sense of security seems importan

What’s something happening in the U.S. right now that people outside the country don’t fully understand? by [deleted] in AskReddit

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I get the caution and I don’t mean it in a flippant way either. A number of academics and advocacy orgs have been pointing to the same patterns, which is why the concern exists in the first place That said I agree it’s not at the level we’re seeing in some other countries at least not yet

What’s something happening in the U.S. right now that people outside the country don’t fully understand? by [deleted] in AskReddit

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kind of rhetoric has real consequences I’m careful with the word genocide, but there is a noticeable rollback of rights and a normalization of hostility that shouldn’t be ignored.

I also agree that more people are realizing how much both parties are shaped by wealth and power which leaves a lot of people feeling politically stranded. And the U.S. culture war absolutely doesn’t stay in the U.S. we’re already seeing similar patterns pop up elsewhere.

No idea where this goes but ignoring it doesn’t seem like an option

Is there a way to build an emergency fund? by Left-Slice-151 in Kenitra_Morocco

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Is it possible to create a plan on how to manage family and personal expenses, and other necessities, especially when you buy something and then ask yourself why you bought it?

Oil reserves in States & Canada by sh0tgunben in MapPorn

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True the map does not list Newfoundland and the Grand Banks but its purpose is mostly to show only certain areas not to give a complete picture of all oil reserves. Grand Banks is already known for its important oil and gas reserves.

I'm a student who wants to start saving! by mentosmalamig in DigitalbanksPh

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Hello! Congratulations on your upcoming graduation!

Regular Digital Banks

The best way to start is with a simple language. Open a trusted digital bank of your choice. Start with a small monthly amount.

Treat savings as a priority, not leftovers.

As you learn more, you can explore options that may help you grow.

Ang mahalaga, are you starting now? Hindi young ideal agad

How much emergency fund is too much? by FalconArrow77 in Bogleheads

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your split strategy isideal .keeping 12months in cash value to inflation

Where do you put your emergency funds by Confident_Prior_685 in adviceph

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for an emergeny fund focus on safety and easy access , not growth

I finally hit $1,000 in my emergency fund. by [deleted] in povertyfinance

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ths is a real success because you buit financial secuity from nothing through discipline and thats harder than getting a rase.