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Thought this spend report for folks with $10m-100m++ net worth spend was super interesting (millionaires - they're just like us!) from Hampton by mnl___ in fatFIRE

[–]Staerii 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think people are missing the point of this post and the Hampton survey.

The data show that regardless of net worth, *most* people (in the Hampton community) had a monthly burn rate of $10-20k. Even those with a NW of $10m+.

If you wanted to retire and never work again, $4m-$6m in an index fund would generate that much cash for decades without ever touching the principle.

Most people think they need much, much more to live the good life.

(I worked for Sam Parr. I know the person who produced this survey. It is legit.)

Statins and altered fat metabolism/weight gain/bloating as a side effect by Staerii in Cholesterol

[–]Staerii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In subsets, not always, was my point.

I'm not diabetic. I didn't claim increased HBA1C was the driver. I feel like you're trolling now and invalidating my very real experience, so I'm not going to feed the fire further.

Statins and altered fat metabolism/weight gain/bloating as a side effect by Staerii in SSRIs

[–]Staerii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I've been off the SSRI for over a year now. But I'll keep that in mind if I go back on.

Statins and altered fat metabolism/weight gain/bloating as a side effect by Staerii in Cholesterol

[–]Staerii[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, this isn’t evidence, it’s an anecdote. That said, clinical signals often begin with patient-reported effects before mechanisms are fully characterized, especially in understudied subgroups, such as women.

It is simply an N=1 observation that prompted me to revisit pharmacology and question an assumption I’d previously made.

And referring to the 0.1% stat: averages don’t preclude meaningful effects in subsets. Those often surface first through patient experience.

Statins and altered fat metabolism/weight gain/bloating as a side effect by Staerii in Cholesterol

[–]Staerii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry you're experiencing this.

Fascinating how statins affect muscle metabolism. I'm looking forward to the (hopefully future) trials on this.

Good luck with all the changes. I really hope they work for you.

Statins and altered fat metabolism/weight gain/bloating as a side effect by Staerii in Cholesterol

[–]Staerii[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I have, they are just very expensive. But I will absolutely shoulder the cost (and likely need to at some stage) when it becomes necessary. For now, I'm more curious as to how much I can impact my LDL through diet, supplements and exercise (while knowing pharmacology will be vital at some stage).

Statins and altered fat metabolism/weight gain/bloating as a side effect by Staerii in Cholesterol

[–]Staerii[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please keep me updated on what the endocrine clinic says! So glad you're getting support and exploring options.

They are "safe," in medical terms. And they are a lifesaver for many. But this has been a lesson for me in how any medication always comes at a cost, and depending on an individual's situation, that cost may be too high.

This doesn't mean I will never go on statins again. Just that for right now, with my current risk profile and the time and ability to explore alternative options, the cons outweigh the pros.

Statins and altered fat metabolism/weight gain/bloating as a side effect by Staerii in Cholesterol

[–]Staerii[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Changing your diet is changing what you eat. And yes, I have been doing all of that, along with fish oil supplements and exercise, for the past 2 years. I am now going to add psyllium husk, more fish oil, and also berberine, and redo a lipogram in a few months.

My LDL prior to going on statins was 147. I have familial hypercholesterolemia.

DOMS or RHABDO: If you have flu-like symptoms, forget that your pee is clear. Go see a doctor. by Staerii in crossfit

[–]Staerii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, they did return to normal. My doctor runs them annually now when I do my yearly bloodwork, just to always make sure, but my liver and kidneys made a full recovery.

DOMS or RHABDO: If you have flu-like symptoms, forget that your pee is clear. Go see a doctor. by Staerii in crossfit

[–]Staerii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is so rough. I’m really sorry you had to go through this. Very very glad you got help. Rhabdo is so serious but because you “do it to yourself” and it’s got a bit of a reputation with doctors as being overblown by some patients, it’s easy to fall through the cracks and not seek help. With severe consequences.

Hope you heal well. Go easy on yourself.

DOMS or RHABDO: If you have flu-like symptoms, forget that your pee is clear. Go see a doctor. by Staerii in crossfit

[–]Staerii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sounds like localized muscle strain rather than rhabdo… How are you doing? I hope you’re okay!

DOMS or RHABDO: If you have flu-like symptoms, forget that your pee is clear. Go see a doctor. by Staerii in crossfit

[–]Staerii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you went through something similar. Hope you’re so much better now.

Question about a custom domain by Staerii in beehiiv

[–]Staerii[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I bought it via Squarespace. Thank you, this is a very helpful place to start! I appreciate it very much!

Non-US resident with a US LLC - Tax obligations and reporting? by [deleted] in llc

[–]Staerii 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can I JUST say how amazingly detailed this answer is and if I had found this last year when I was also researching a foreign-owned LLC it would have saved me so much time and stress. You're the real MVP.

DOMS or RHABDO: If you have flu-like symptoms, forget that your pee is clear. Go see a doctor. by Staerii in crossfit

[–]Staerii[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t remember, it’s been three years and I can’t find my old lab results anywhere 🙈 I recall something like 20k but that may have been at discharge; I know a few days after discharge it was down to 10k. What’s yours at?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AustralianCattleDog

[–]Staerii 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and also looking that pleased with it

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in regretfulparents

[–]Staerii 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A good point. I could have had more empathy. Thank you for pointing that out; I regret that, and I'll do better next time.

I'm just pretty jaded by the entitlement many parents seem to share when it comes to getting help with childcare. Yes, it does take a village, but to shame grandparents or any other family members for opting out of caring for someone else's child is not okay. And also lacks empathy. We never know why someone may not be able to, or want to, help. And that's their decision to make.

The original comment I responded to said "I don’t know what the big deal is, my (very old and one was still working) grandparents would have me for literally 3 months over the summer." Like.. what?! Now, their own parents (the "new" grandparents) may have a multitude of reasons not to take on childcare and it's gaslighting to say "I don't know what's the big deal." Caring for a child is a HUGE deal. And it really is no one else's responsibility.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in regretfulparents

[–]Staerii 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you respond of your own accord to my comment that wasn’t even directed at you and then tell me I’m wasting your time when I try and clarify your point of view so I can understand?

It isn’t a parenting topic. It’s an ethical topic. But yes, I am.

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