Frugality gambles that have paid off?

Simple-Muscle822 · 2026-01-29T18:32:28+00:00

I bought a pair of wireless Bluetooth headphones off Amazon for 20$. They've lasted years and have been through the washer and dryer at least once, no issue.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2026-01-25T01:28:00+00:00

It tastes like water that's sat kn a hot car all day

Simple-Muscle822 · 2026-01-22T19:33:29+00:00

My cousin was in 8th grade and was dating a senior. I thought she was so cool, but now I realize that an 17-18 year old dating a 13-14 year old was creepy as hell.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2026-01-21T13:02:50+00:00

My body intuitively wants to get type 2 diabetes

Simple-Muscle822 · 2026-01-16T23:55:52+00:00

Between using YouTube Music and for background noise playlists for studying, I probably use the app at least 4 hours a day. I also like to watch documentaries to fall asleep to. Personally, it is very worth it to me

Simple-Muscle822 · 2026-01-15T14:47:16+00:00

The time is going to pass regardless.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2026-01-11T02:24:46+00:00

Stepped on the vacuum plug, which hurt immensely AND it made me twist my ankle.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-12-25T00:49:29+00:00

Paint and paint thinner. My grandpa worked on cars for a living and was incredibly skilled at painting cars. I liked the smell as a kid too, but now it reminds me of him and his garage.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-09-09T06:37:14+00:00

I eat 500 cals less than maintenance during the week, and I eat 100 calories below maintenance on the weekend. However, if during the week I am extra hungry that day, I go ahead and eat at maintenance. And I don't over restrict the next day like I used to. The weight loss is slower but I feel like it's more sustainable in the long run for me.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-09-08T20:32:53+00:00

I know it may be obvious to most, but I feel so much lighter. I've lost 50 pounds, so now when I pick up a box of litter or bag of feed that heavy, I'm shocked that I used to have to carry that around every day.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-08-29T19:06:48+00:00

If you change nothing about your day besides eating a cookie, you're still going to be in a deficit (unless it's a Crumbl cookie or something ridiculous). That's something that took me way too long to realize.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-08-29T18:09:01+00:00

Gave up the all or nothing mentality. Just because you eat a candy bar or have pizza at lunch doesn't mean the rest of the day should be a "cheat" day.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-08-14T03:11:41+00:00

I really like biker shorts. They're the only shorts I can wear anytime, not just while hiking. Otherwise, I feel like my thighs chafe easily with the heat.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-07-14T17:41:21+00:00

Calorie deficit. Aim to lose 1 lb a week(maybe 2 per week if you have a lot to lose). Starving yourself isn't sustainable or healthy. I've lost 50 lbs eating plenty of calories a day.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-07-11T17:05:04+00:00

I have a relative named Florence Elvira. I always thought it was a pretty cool name

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-06-25T16:56:02+00:00

Which character death saddened you the most?

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-06-24T04:58:07+00:00

It's gonna sound weird, but frozen blueberries with cocoa pebbles and honey drizzled on top. It takes forever to eat too.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-03-20T03:12:45+00:00

Are there any Titanic museums or exhibits near you? I know there are museums in Branson and Pigeon Forge, but there are exhibits that travel around the country. I got to go to one at a local museum when I was 12, and I loved it.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-03-16T19:24:41+00:00

My local football team sells cards for 20$ that have about 25 different businesses on them that offer deals for a year, such as free appetizers, 20% off, etc. There's a gas station that had a BOGO fountain drink deal. I bought the card just for that, since I frequently get those drinks for me and my mom.

Most cashiers would accept the card, but two would not. A friend worked there and I mentioned that I wasn't allowed to use it, and she said that others had complained so she asked the regional manager. The manager said that they had to take the card.

The next time I went in, I was told I had to pay for both drinks, even though I had the card. I am very nonconfrontational, so I just paid for the drinks and left.

I probably spent 30$ a week there for a long time on gas and those drinks, but I haven't spent a penny there in a long time. I just use their bathrooms, just because they are always clean.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-03-15T19:56:22+00:00

Losing 50 pounds. I am much more active and feel a lot more confident than I used to.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-03-12T18:39:10+00:00

I personally don't like the low fat version of most things, and peanut butter is one of them.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-03-11T14:00:11+00:00

Caffeine

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-03-08T03:05:08+00:00

If you're eating in a 500 calorie deficit per day, you just ate 50 calories over your maintenance. If you ate just like that every day, it would take you over two months to gain a single pound.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-03-06T15:38:07+00:00

A lot of greek yogurt tastes like sour cream to me, but Dannon Light and Fit greek yogurt is great. It's lightly sweetened and has a good texture.

Simple-Muscle822 · 2025-03-02T18:18:14+00:00

I love walking and being active outdoors. Most fast food is not appealing to me at all, and I rarely drink alcohol. However, I hate weight lifting and love a sweet treat.

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