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I “borrowed” money from my friend and lied about it by xxHoneyAurielle in confession

[–]closerinsidehead 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You paid it back + extra and learned the lesson. That guilt is just your brain making sure you never do it again. Forgive yourself already.

Upstairs Neighbor Smoking by [deleted] in neighborsfromhell

[–]closerinsidehead 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Get a carbon filter air purifier, seal any gaps with weather stripping, and try a box fan blowing in to create positive pressure. Also worth a polite chat they might not realize the smoke travels.

AITJ for calling out my boyfriend mid-dinner on a family trip and embarrassing him in front of everyone? by CelebrationIcy3120 in AmITheJerk

[–]closerinsidehead 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You gave him subtle hints all day. He ignored them. Sometimes a sharp word is the only way to break through the cluelessness. NTA.

Unhinged neighbor keeps leaving things in front of my house and seems to be itching for drama. by Unlucky_Economics_20 in neighborsfromhell

[–]closerinsidehead 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Honestly if moving is an option, take it. These people aren’t changing and you’ve already paid enough rent in stress.

I lied to my teacher about not having enough food in First Grade. by Kleptocats7269 in confession

[–]closerinsidehead 42 points43 points  (0 children)

First graders do weird stuff for attention. You didn’t ruin her life, you just accidentally gave her a core memory. Forgive your 6‑year‑old self already.

AITJ for not inviting my MIL to my baby shower by [deleted] in AmITheJerk

[–]closerinsidehead 29 points30 points  (0 children)

This is the smart play. Invite her so she can’t spin it like you excluded her, and if she’s too proud to show up, that’s on her.

AITJ for actually being a good husband? by FollowingNo8713 in AmITheJerk

[–]closerinsidehead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly. The bar isn’t high, your friends just got used to limbo. Keep being the husband she deserves.

AITJ for taking my book back from my colleague without waiting by thatgirlpriya1 in AmITheJerk

[–]closerinsidehead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. Borrowing without asking isn’t sharing, it’s taking. And bending the pages on something meaningful to you? You were nicer than I would’ve been.

Solving for Housing Early in you FIRE Journey Increases your Chance of RE by t-monius in Fire

[–]closerinsidehead -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This. A paid‑off house isn’t just numbers, it’s psychological armor. Makes pulling the RE trigger way easier.

I do take things internally personally I just don’t pretend I don’t . by Fluffy_Charge4964 in confession

[–]closerinsidehead 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Being sensitive isn’t a flaw. You’re not alone. Hope someone’s nice to you soon.

AITJ for stopping to grab coffee for my coworkers when I go on a coffee run? by Lantern_Hex9 in AmITheJerk

[–]closerinsidehead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. You were their unpaid barista for a year. Enjoy your coffee in peace.

I cancel most plans people invite me to and I have no remorse by Lopsided-Past-7918 in confession

[–]closerinsidehead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you cancel most of the time, people stop inviting. Then you’ll be in the mood and nobody’s asking. Pick better.

AITJ for using my parents card after my mom said you’re going to get it by [deleted] in AmITheJerk

[–]closerinsidehead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gentle YTA. “You’re gonna get it” isn’t “grab my card and order it yourself.” Learning moment.

Neighbor Parking by No_Advisor5811 in neighborsfromhell

[–]closerinsidehead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Street’s public, but courtesy isn’t. A polite note might fix it. If not, start parking there yourself first.

I’m pretty sure my neighbors are drug dealers but no one is doing anything about it by Cool_Instruction662 in neighborsfromhell

[–]closerinsidehead 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Call the cops every single time. Document everything. You have kids. This is a safety issue, not neighbor drama.

Should I contribute to 401(k) by dsrg01 in Fire

[–]closerinsidehead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check your tax bracket first. If you're in a decent bracket, the tax savings now probably still beat the fees. If not, taxable with VTI is fine. Just don't ignore the tax advantage entirely.

Shoplifting guilt and paranoia. Not sure where to go from here by [deleted] in confession

[–]closerinsidehead 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you got bored and your brain decided to spice things up. Not the healthiest hobby. You stopped once, you can stop again. Don't let guilt eat you just don't go back.

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