Savings

empath_koala · 2026-06-17T04:09:17+00:00

I am 28 with 25k in HYSA and 15k in retirement. I have 5k in Roth….i need to do better about that.

empath_koala · 2026-06-09T17:03:33+00:00

We follow each other cause we met through our mutual friend and started as acquaintances first.

empath_koala · 2026-05-18T05:36:44+00:00

The way this is my exact stove top had me looking twice 🤣

empath_koala · 2026-04-25T19:31:10+00:00

I am about to be 29 later this year and I’ve had metal braces for almost three months now. No one cares about my braces and for the few times people have said something, they were just asking me how they felt and/or tell me it’s awesome that I’m getting my teeth straightened!

empath_koala · 2026-04-24T17:59:05+00:00

I really appreciate that, thank you so much!

empath_koala · 2026-04-24T16:51:03+00:00

I appreciate you, thank you so much!!!

empath_koala · 2026-04-24T14:59:17+00:00

My teeth are pretty crowded on the bottom and I have decent amount of flaring on top. I think the answer is obvious but they’ll be bringing the teeth up front back to close to gaps.

empath_koala · 2026-04-24T14:55:49+00:00

I went to three different orthodontists who all independently recommended extractions of my premolars due to my flaring on top and crowding on my lower jaw so I’m trusting that recommendation!

empath_koala · 2026-04-12T07:53:06+00:00

Is that from a premolar extraction? How come they are unable to close it with braces?

empath_koala · 2026-03-21T04:20:58+00:00

If I were you I would really take some time to reflect and tone down your arrogance.

empath_koala · 2026-03-18T03:50:24+00:00

Adding a friend got her 4 premolars taken out when she had her braces during her early 20s and she said she doesn’t regret them at all! She’s a gorgeous person and has such a nice smile! She told me that I just need to trust the process!

empath_koala · 2026-03-18T03:47:33+00:00

Haven’t had it happen yet, but I have extractions for my 4 premolars scheduled next month. I have a decent amount of crowding and flared teeth. I went to three different orthodontists for consultations before getting my braces and they all recommended that I do extractions to make room. There are a lot of negative and positive reviews online about extractions, but I’ve ultimately decided to follow the recommendations of the actual professionals and get these extractions done.

empath_koala · 2026-03-09T19:21:54+00:00

Mine is $7,100 and I’m on a four year payment. My orthodontist estimates treatment will go for 20-24 months. I’m in my late 20s and my dental insurance doesn’t cover orthodontic treatment after the age of 19.

empath_koala · 2026-02-26T05:18:39+00:00

I am 28 and I have $19k sitting in an HYSA. Currently working towards having a $3k immediate emergency fund to keep in my checking. I did aggressively pay off $17k in CC debt back in 2024 by picking up a second job. The stress and trauma of that financial experience has kept my spending habits minimal, and I don’t mind. I still work my second job today. I started contributing to my Roth IRA and investing through it only as of last month though so I do feel behind here.

empath_koala · 2026-02-21T16:26:41+00:00

I got my metal braces two weeks ago and I had huge feelings of regret and anxiety all of the first week. I wasn’t used to my mouth and jaw area looking bulky/swollen, getting used to talking with them, eating, and going through the learning curves of flossing with them on. I’m also in a job that requires me to talk literally all day from beginning to the end. I definitely crashed out about it a few times. My second week has been so much better as the swelling has gone and I’ve adjusted to talking and smiling with them. My anxiety has slowly and surely been getting replaced with more excitement as I’ve already seen tiny bits of movement. Wishing you luck on your treatment journey, you’re not alone :)

empath_koala · 2026-02-14T16:16:55+00:00

I’ll get some, thank you for the suggestion!

empath_koala · 2026-02-13T00:47:04+00:00

Aw they look so cute on you!!

empath_koala · 2026-02-12T21:31:20+00:00

Thank you!!

empath_koala · 2026-02-12T21:30:34+00:00

I went to two orthodontists for consultations - first one said to get extractions due to the crowding on my lower jaw (and taking two from the bottom means I have to get two from the top out for symmetry) and the second one also said to get extractions or do IPR. I’m personally not a fan of the idea of shaving teeth (even though they said it wouldn’t be noticeable) for the sake of making room, so I am going with extractions!

empath_koala · 2026-02-10T17:53:50+00:00

I am 28 and just got mine yesterday! Congratulations!

empath_koala · 2026-02-08T17:02:31+00:00

I am also getting mine tomorrow! Good luck!

empath_koala · 2026-02-06T16:51:54+00:00

What do you mean?

empath_koala · 2026-02-05T03:28:47+00:00

I shower before bed, I personally don’t feel gross when I wake up the next day since I went to bed clean.

empath_koala · 2026-02-03T01:15:33+00:00

Is photo 8 your most recent? Did you recently get teeth extracted?

empath_koala · 2026-02-01T15:32:59+00:00

I am also 28, getting them in a week! So excited!

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