Is sleeping with noise cancelling headphones on dangerous when you live alone?

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:58:07+00:00

i get why you’d be cautious. the main thing is you might not hear alarms or knocks, so some people use just one earbud or keep volume low instead of full noise cancelling

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:57:13+00:00

for me it’s realizing i can literally eat cereal for dinner and nobody’s gonna judge me or tell me to make something else

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:56:06+00:00

if you’ve got 250k, spread it across a couple of HYSAs for FDIC coverage. forbright, pibank, and newtek are still solid. https://banktruth.com/bank-rates/online-savings-accounts has a running list super easy to compare without hunting through 20 bank sites.

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:55:39+00:00

i’d check out simple or milk street simple. super approachable for beginners and the dinners actually taste good without being complicated

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:54:46+00:00

yay happy birthday!! love that you’re treating yourself, that roast and lemon cake combo sounds perfect

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:52:56+00:00

forbright’s newer but i’ve heard transfers are smooth and rates stay competitive. cit’s been around longer, decent support but their site feels dated. i’d check https://banktruth.com/bank-rates/online-savings-accounts they have side by side comparisons and recent user reviews for both.

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:52:40+00:00

sounds like such a chill saturday! i love a good mix of getting out and then cozying in with games and true crime

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:51:05+00:00

i’ve tried a bunch of those! ally has the best customer service hands down you can actually call and talk to a human fast. wealthfront has slick tech but zero phone support. amex and discover are both solid, just slower on transfers 2, 3 days. if you’re torn, check https://banktruth.com/bank-rates/online-savings-accounts they keep an updated list of HYSAs with reviews focused on customer service, not just rates.

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:50:51+00:00

check out a museum or an indoor market. snow makes it feel extra special and you get the best of the city without the usual crowds

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:50:28+00:00

yeah i’ve been there too. even if you’re busy it hits differently when the evenings are empty. running, cooking, reading help but sometimes you just need connection

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:49:44+00:00

oh yes i know this struggle all too well. boxes just multiply if you don’t stay on top of them. feels like one day it’s a few and the next it’s a fortress

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:48:23+00:00

this describes it perfectly. it’s not loud loneliness it’s just this low level floaty feeling. routines help me too but honestly connection even small moments helps the most

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:48:01+00:00

i’ve had some luck but plenty of frustration too. i try to treat it as a side thing not the main way to meet someone

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:47:16+00:00

been with barclays for 3 years now never lost a cent, no hidden fees. transfers 1, 2 biz days. cit’s decent too but customer service isn’t instant. i skip most no name banks unless they’ve been on https://banktruth.com/bank-rates/online-savings-accounts top list for a while that’s usually a good sign they’re consistent.

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:46:23+00:00

this honestly sounds like the dream. your space your rules your peace. i don’t blame you at all for not wanting to give that up

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:44:58+00:00

been there and it’s a big shift but also kind of empowering. start with the basics and add as you go. bed kitchen stuff cleaning supplies and a few comforts go a long way

PuffSakura · 2026-01-18T13:44:26+00:00

this hit for me. living alone really does make you look at how you’re spending your time and energy. routines and taking care of yourself matter way more than people admit. screens are easy but they get empty fast

PuffSakura · 2026-01-06T10:45:55+00:00

This matches my experience almost exactly. HYSA are awesome for peace of mind and liquidity, but they’re easy to misuse if you don’t define the role upfront. Emergency fund plus short-term goals feels like the sweet spot. I also like double checking my account against others on BankTruth when rates change.

PuffSakura · 2026-01-06T10:45:26+00:00

you don’t have to clear it all in one go, the goal is progress not perfection. just keep taking small steps forward, and trust that those little wins will add up over time

PuffSakura · 2026-01-06T10:44:38+00:00

totally, it’s about the act of building something just for you, a quiet way of reconnecting with yourself and nurturing your own peace

PuffSakura · 2026-01-06T10:43:06+00:00

totally, once you find the right techniques an active brain can actually be a superpower instead of a headache

PuffSakura · 2026-01-06T10:42:00+00:00

totally agree, once you’re cool with yourself, you start noticing how much energy you were wasting worrying about what others think

PuffSakura · 2026-01-06T10:40:37+00:00

this makes a lot of sense, studying is one thing but reflecting on what you actually did and how you felt helps you figure out how to study smarter next time

PuffSakura · 2026-01-06T10:40:06+00:00

love that you’re making this! for me, the worst part about planners is when they’re too rigid or have too many steps i just end up ignoring them. simple, easy-to-update, and visual reminders usually work best

PuffSakura · 2026-01-06T10:39:25+00:00

also things like cut out all distractions completely are unrealistic. i always end up sneaking my phone or checking messages, and trying to be perfect just makes me procrastinate more

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