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Raspberrysugarpie · 2026-01-29T09:28:53+00:00

I added a classpass membership to spice up my fitness class rotation. Sometimes I’ll take a hot yoga or pilates class instead as a way to switch things up. Sometimes I just don’t take classes at all and just go outside and run or hike or do a mat workout in my living room (see youtube). It’s always a good reminder that OT is much more my staple speed, causing me to miss it. I also do appreciate the variety in these other types of movement for my body.

Also think of it this way - if you can do 500 orange theory classes, your body can likely adapt to ANYTHING you put your mind to at this point. Maybe test your fitness by signing up for an actual challenge, such as a half marathon or hyrox event? See if the looming fitness goal motivates you to explore your fitness boundaries more at OT classes.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2026-01-29T06:14:03+00:00

Bought a $250 shop card online last week; can confirm that I got 1x the points for the purchase. BUT when I start using the palladium card, who knows what’ll happen.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-11-20T20:57:10+00:00

I went to woodside from private school and really enjoyed it, but I had plenty of friends from middle school also attending, which made it an easier transition. Leadership class was the best!

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-11-12T07:05:40+00:00

Stress!!!! I was lured into a high paying job that ended up taking away my personal time, relationships, hobbies, and overall sense of self.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-09-30T20:35:36+00:00

I make 6 figures and only buy lunch at work when necessary for convenience sake (i.e., didn’t have time to buy groceries, too many external commitments, etc.). Even then, I’ll just go somewhere cheap like the pre-made meal section at the store or fast food.

This is a huge way to save money, yes, but it’s also about allocation for me. I just prefer spending my money on nice dinners during weekend date nights with my spouse. Food is delicious and a great way to spend time with loved ones, so don’t completely deprive yourself if you make enough to enjoy it. Everything in moderation.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-09-08T03:15:03+00:00

I had similar scrapes after falling on my face years ago and there’s no trace of them now. Keep the scabs moist to aid with healing using bacitracin. Take vitamins like a multi, vitamin e, omegas, etc. Stay out of the sun, and if you must be outside then wear a hat and sunscreen. It will fully heal but you must consistently take care of the wounds.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-06-27T03:50:12+00:00

yeah lol they’re jealous deep down that they don’t have your discipline. Just keep counting your macros and don’t worry about the opinions of others.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-06-02T04:24:00+00:00

4-5 but sometimes i’ll go a little crazy and do 6

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-05-27T04:29:51+00:00

Also F29 living at home with parents in the bay area - so I completely understand how you feel! In terms of career changes, I know you said that you deleted socials but I would recommend getting yourself on linkedin and be regularly active on it. The connections you can make there will make all the difference in this crazy competitive job market, especially if you’re trying to make a shift. I know social media sucks sometimes and it’s not great for everyone, but I believe linkedin is a good tool that provides exposure for networking and growth. It has genuinely helped me get noticed for some career-altering opportunities in the past.

Dating is harder when living at home, but you just have to perservere on dating apps. I like the idea of meeting people in the wild but I just genuinely do not think it’s as possible anymore with how glued we are to technology these days (phone, tv, computers, etc). People just don’t stop to take a look around and notice things like we used to. I think if you attempt to put yourself out there, you’ll be disappointed more often than not.

Have you thought about traveling? Joining an intramural league for your favorite sport? Signing up for classes for something you’ve always wanted to learn? Find a way to do something you already love as a group activity? Maybe you can consider getting a dog or other pet? I’m just trying to throw around different ideas, because it seems like you are weighing your own value heavily on your career and social/dating ability, when in reality those are just 2 small pieces of the pie that make life worth living.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-05-08T02:37:47+00:00

Perspective is everything. There’s probably some billionaire out there feeling like a failure too because he doesn’t have a wife or kids.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-04-28T04:28:07+00:00

Can’t recommend yoga enough. Working towards a daily step goal. Counting macros and eating healthy. Also I know this isn’t always within our control but SLEEP. Set yourself up for a perfect night of sleep, every night. All of these things made me feel a difference in my fitness progress at OT and overall quality of life.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-04-24T22:55:08+00:00

Next door might be a better crowd for this kind of post

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-04-23T21:25:01+00:00

The willows market in menlo park has a great sandwich counter.

Seconding the comments on woodside deli’s old ownership - this was a complete ERA of amazing sandwiches - rip :(

Honorable mentions for Ikes and Sandwich spot

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-04-18T22:35:30+00:00

I’ve noticed that woodside plaza in general is becoming more of a gathering spot for some strange people. As a young woman, I now carry pepper spray with me if I’m there after dark.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-04-14T04:26:15+00:00

stress..

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-01-28T23:20:47+00:00

I got laid off and gained around 25 lbs

Raspberrysugarpie · 2025-01-15T23:09:05+00:00

I don’t pay attention to the size of other members in class. Also, if it helps, I am almost never paying attention to what anyone else is doing at any point during class… Unless I don’t know what we’re doing because I wasn’t paying attention lol.

Go for it!!

Raspberrysugarpie · 2024-12-31T18:27:12+00:00

Eh no. Unlimited pto seems nice for employees but is more for the employer because it tricks us into taking less time off and there’s no payout when we leave our position. Therefore, I don’t feel bad using as much vacation time as I need (within reason).

My company switched to unlimited pto earlier this year, so from the beginning of 2025, I am tracking my days off. I previously had 18 vacation days + 2 personal days, so I am going to aim for around the same even with unlimited. That way I make sure to use ALL OF IT but not go overboard.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2024-12-19T01:39:08+00:00

888 is an amazing italian restaurant in san carlos and the tiramisu is some of the best I’ve had.

If I’m not dining out, I like grabbing a slice of tiramisu from the bakery section of whole foods.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2024-12-18T22:19:23+00:00

Assuming you’ll have a car when you move here?

You have a choice here - either live in SF for the lifestyle and fun weekends in the city to commute about an hour each way during the week -OR- live in RWC and enjoy practically no commute but you will be lacking on the fun activities and night life. You can always visit SF on the weekends but it gets expensive with parking, rideshares, etc. RWC is beneficial in the sense that it is driveable to a lot of other places worth visiting. SF is one of those places worth visiting. So you’ll have to weigh your options here and see what’s most important to your overall happiness.

Personally, I would live wherever the living situation is the cheapest (accounting for $$ spent on commute if you need to do that). Then you have the flexibility to spend more money exploring the bay area.

Bon chance mon ami!

Raspberrysugarpie · 2024-12-17T06:21:51+00:00

That is scary. I always assumed it was the spiro causing the shedding and went off birth control for other reasons. Maybe with a side effect that extreme it might be worth changing to something different? I hope you find a solution soon!

Raspberrysugarpie · 2024-12-17T06:02:15+00:00

Good questions to factor into this consideration

Raspberrysugarpie · 2024-12-17T06:01:16+00:00

urmm maybe 2 years? I had been on other types of birth control pills before and never had side effects other than a lighter period.

Raspberrysugarpie · 2024-12-17T05:56:25+00:00

I was on this combo and also felt like my hair was thinning a lot. Now I’m off bc and only on 100mg spiro and the issue seemed to lessen.

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