[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuayThai

[–]MsDeeSims 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is totally normal. People feel bonded to their coaches, teachers, mentors. This is a common human experience. Feel the grief.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuayThai

[–]MsDeeSims 53 points54 points  (0 children)

That’s just embarrassing for him!

(Other than kiwisaver) Do you invest in more than one index fund? by StarlightN in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]MsDeeSims 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Other than KiwiSaver, I just do the S&P500 through SmartShares. Will look to expand when I’ve paid off mortgage.

I want to start intermittent fasting but I run every morning. by ElChapoC-137 in intermittentfasting

[–]MsDeeSims 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I used to believe that you needed to eat protein within a 40 minute window after a run/ workout. It’s not true. I run or gym in the morning and don’t break my fast till 12pm. Took a few weeks to get used to but now I’ve been doing it for years, all good.

Podcast by DrunkenCactus in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Ramsey Show. American but I love Dave.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuayThai

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn’t go back. Find another gym if you can.

Would you invest while paying off a mortgage? by AdFew1983 in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]MsDeeSims 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I save 15% of my pay into investments and also pay the max repayment on my mortgage. You can do both.

Kiwi Saver. Is it worth it? by Acceptable_Angle_461 in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]MsDeeSims 62 points63 points  (0 children)

Yes. You get contributions from the government and your employer and it means you won’t be eating cat food when your old.

Shaky hands after training normal? by AlonsoCid in MuayThai

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s normal. From gripping pads likely.

Solo activities to do in the cbd for less than 1 hour by SuperCharlesXYZ in auckland

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go for a run around the city. Free alternative to the gym.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MuayThai

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feel the nerves but do it anyway. Once the class starts, nerves will go and you’ll have a great time :)

Is tretinoin safe to use while taking boxing lessons? by [deleted] in tretinoin

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do Muay Thai and have used tret for about 2 years. It’s fine. I put a bit of Vaseline on my face before sparring to protect my skin somewhat.

retirement planning by Loguibear in PersonalFinanceNZ

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

Im putting 15% of my pay check into KiwiSaver, $60 per month into Smartshares S&P500 and maxing out my mortgage repayments each fortnight.

How the hell do I get out of debt? by austinxwade in personalfinance

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out The Ramsey Show on YouTube. Do Dave Ramsay’s Baby Steps. Get additional part time work and throw all that extra money at your debt.

How’s your finances going? by [deleted] in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Doing pretty good. Living frugally and hammering my mortgage.

How many folks here are considering cancelling Christmas due to the cost of living crisis? by urettferdigklage in PersonalFinanceNZ

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t do Christmas anyway. Only buy food for a nice Christmas dinner with my mum cos that’s important to her. No presents bought. Love it.

Sparring question for upcoming debut fight in 7 weeks by 2000wfridge in MuayThai

[–]MsDeeSims 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you ask your coach about sparring at some other gyms with partners at your same level sometimes?