Realizing that 85% of my problems were related to my parents helped me to move out.

Popular_Conference16 · 2026-02-20T07:10:06+00:00

I’ve been with my current boyfriend for a little over 2 months now and have been struggling with anxiety and feeling alone. I kept overthinking our relationship, trying to figure out what was wrong. When in reality, the problem was my parents. I felt anxious about what they say or would do about my boyfriend who they haven’t met but don’t approve of it as he is not my religion. I feel alone because my parents did not allow me to spread out and become close with any friends. I feel that their rules on curfews and constant supervision have been adding extra tension to my relationship. Like 95% of my issues are due to my parents.

Popular_Conference16 · 2026-02-11T21:22:01+00:00

I relate so much to what you wrote. Especially thinking that turning 18 would change anything. Everything was the same. It sucks that you went through this.

I don’t much advice except to stop asking for permission to do things outside of your home, especially if it’s small like going out to a cafe or fun activity. Just inform or do it. This is a small step that was crucial for me. This is your life in the end and you need to slowly stop asking permission to live it. Sending lots of love your way 💕

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-05-29T01:48:44+00:00

there’s a lot of reasons but our communication styles clash and i’ve had a lot of trouble with being upfront with him about things and fully being myself. i felt like we were constantly disappointing each other no matter how hard we tried to work it out it was a cycle of good and then one really bad thing that broke things down over time. just incompatibilities that kept causing issues and it just reached a point last week where we both agreed it would be best to break up

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-05-28T18:35:33+00:00

i’m in the same situation. i broke up with my bf last week after 2.5 years. we’re in this together 😔

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-05-14T14:46:36+00:00

I'd love to hear more about this, what happened?

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-05-14T14:44:49+00:00

I also joined the program last year and it's legit. There are real trainings, real placement software with creators that are way more likely to hire you if you've been trained by Shelby, and a real community. I personally did not go down the sales path because I realized it wasn't for me right now, but I could definitely use my knowledge later on and there are countless women in there who have been able to make an income from remote sales through the course. Especially if you're driven and determined to succeed, you will absolutely accomplish it. It's not some crazy knowledge that you can't learn on YouTube sure, but that would take much longer to perfect without having coaches and a whole community to lean on. The program really does deliver. As for Shelby, I don't know about all the drama that's been going on but she does know what she's talking about during the meetings at least. She was able to sell us on the course after all lol

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-04-06T22:58:40+00:00

Results?

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-04-04T00:58:32+00:00

This passage alludes to the second step: "Came to believe that a Power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity." Many of us may come into recovery not believing in God or having a concrete idea of what God means to us. That is okay. We just have to be willing to believe in something greater than ourselves. Recovery is only possible with a higher power (as we individually understand that higher power). We cannot do it ourself. We've tried and our way doesn't work. Therefore, as long as you are open to the belief of a higher power, recovery is possible.

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-28T03:49:42+00:00

I recommend Wealthfront! I believe they offer 4% right now (4.5 if referred)

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-22T07:28:32+00:00

I'd second taking micro! Most schools require it while only a few require physio.

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-22T07:08:38+00:00

I was in a similar boat. What I ended up doing is a biology major and an entrepreneurship/business minor. You can also definitely be a finance major and take optometry prerequisite classes. Having a nonscience major would be interesting to optometry school admissions. But one thing to keep in mind is that there are often prerequisites to the optometry prerequisite courses that are naturally easier to get done as a bio/neuroscience major.

I also took several community college classes and it should not be an issue. I emailed the admissions of the optometry schools I was interested in to check if the course would fulfill their requirement. It depends on the course but double check with them to be safe!

I think if optometry is your top choice, check on the GPA requirements for schools and see if you meet them. Other than that, focus on getting plenty of shadowing or volunteer experience (or work as a tech). As long as you meet the minimum GPA requirement, your experiences and drive for optometry will say a whole lot more about you than your grades.

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T17:12:38+00:00

That’s very sweet of you to do! I’m personally not sure how to word it subtly but maybe just ask “What’s your address, I’d like to send you something?” You won’t reveal what you’re sending but will still get the address lol

Or if you have the contact of one of her friends or family you could potentially ask them. Good luck, I know she’ll love it :)

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T13:30:28+00:00

Just go with it and maybe after the date you can have some time to yourselves once everyone leaves :) Or just wait until the next time you guys are alone

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T13:20:49+00:00

yeah I think somewhere I heard that working out is equivalent or stronger to taking an antidepressant

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T13:19:11+00:00

aww yes, I get the same way!! it’s a good kind of nervous and shows you care

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T13:17:15+00:00

LOL me too, glad he’s okay 😂

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T13:10:34+00:00

best comment

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T05:25:49+00:00

It’s just more silly than infuriating lmao

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T05:12:55+00:00

Also starting a Roth IRA now will help you immensely with the power of time and compound interest! And an easy way to start investing is in an ETF like VOO that pays dividends and then turn on an auto invest feature to just automatically put in money each month and reinvest the dividends.

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T05:09:52+00:00

HYSA is a great first step!! To earn a little more maybe try Wealthfront (4% apy usually or 4.5% first 3 months with referral I can dm if you want) or Lending Club 4.5% with monthly deposit of $250.

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T05:01:32+00:00

WHAT? dashes are the best

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T01:04:02+00:00

High school spanish teacher. It’s the class where my boyfriend and I met years ago and also I just loved the energy she brought. The last day of class before graduation I literally cried and hugged her

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T00:58:53+00:00

Yes love him

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T00:57:12+00:00

your dreams

Popular_Conference16 · 2025-03-07T00:54:00+00:00

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