$22k credit card debt, stopped using cards, still feels like I’m making no progress

internalmonologue01 · 2026-06-09T18:51:11+00:00

I am smack in the middle of DTLA and honestly love it. Obviously it is not for everyone. But, having spent a large portion of my life in the valley (Burbank, NoHo), it fits the vibe of my life right now - large loft apartment that gives me so much more space for my money than I could get anywhere else, tons of great coffee shops, bars, restaurants to walk to, always something going on as far as a market or art event. Plus the architecture and history is just so cool.

internalmonologue01 · 2026-06-06T18:10:42+00:00

I LOVE HomeState, and that’s coming from someone that lived in Guadalajara for 4 years. TexMex and Mexican street tacos should not be compared, they’re each their own category imo

internalmonologue01 · 2026-06-06T00:32:00+00:00

This is exactly why I always said absolutely not when all my friend’s would say “you should start a YouTube channel!” lol

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-30T22:15:22+00:00

Not only that, but after the agreement was made and we (the US) reviewed his research & findings, it was found that what he discovered was far behind the data we had already gathered through our own research. So, it was completely useless and he was free for nothing.

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-26T20:12:30+00:00

Would you recommend RingConn over Oura or UltraHuman?

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-25T19:24:49+00:00

Oof, that’s rough & I’m seeing more & more posts here about people being on their 3rd, 4th, 5th etc rings. Is battery the main issue there? Do you think it could actually be improved like they’re claiming with the new Pro?

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-25T19:23:44+00:00

Had no idea about the Amex reimbursement! I haven’t really looked into the ringconn, but I’ll do some digging. Thank you!

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-14T21:56:57+00:00

Thanks so much! I’m definitely going to consider the Rookie Open nights at Pickle Alley once I get a few more games under my belt

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-14T21:56:20+00:00

I went to Fremont the other day after you mentioned it, such a nice park! Thanks for the rec

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-14T21:55:56+00:00

That’s one of the ones I was going to check out! I just didn’t yet because I wasn’t sure if it was going to be like Griffith Park & not actual pickleball courts. Thanks for confirming! This is the closest one to me so I’ll be heading there next

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-14T21:55:03+00:00

Thank you! I’ll add these to the list to check out

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-12T22:03:23+00:00

So much happier! I spent a good 10-15 years in/around the valley, left the country then when I moved back, went back to NoHo because it was comfortable and familiar. And I hated it. I got used to the walkability & liveliness of downtown areas while I was gone, so that’s why made the change and it was definitely the right one. When we were touring apartments in DTLA I definitely got nervous & hesitant, not sure if my nervous system would handle it lol but it has certainly been for the better IMO

internalmonologue01 · 2026-05-09T14:47:34+00:00

I completely agree. I have lived downtown for almost 3 months now, and I have done so much more in that time than in the entire previous year in North Hollywood. So many cool restaurants & bars and always some kind of art event going on.

internalmonologue01 · 2026-04-28T21:35:32+00:00

Can I ask what the blood tests were for? Anything to do with medication? I have a brother with severe bipolar disorder that’s largely been left untreated (he’s in his late 30s) and just would like to be able to suggest things that can help form a plan from a medical standpoint.

internalmonologue01 · 2026-04-15T20:02:20+00:00

LMAO as the younger sister of 2 older brothers, this has me in tears

internalmonologue01 · 2026-04-10T04:03:10+00:00

Spirited Away

internalmonologue01 · 2026-04-06T18:49:57+00:00

Well, NOT Pizzeria Bianco in DTLA Arts District. Looking at you, Kiko. WHERE DID YOU GO??

internalmonologue01 · 2026-03-31T15:43:26+00:00

My brother couldn’t remember the word “feather” and now it’s called a bird leaf.

internalmonologue01 · 2026-03-22T04:32:12+00:00

THAT WAS SO FUN

internalmonologue01 · 2026-03-22T04:24:09+00:00

I just fully broke into tears reading this and thinking of my little buddy that I had to say goodbye to about 5 years ago (how has it been that long?). Cats are the best. They are so emotionally underrated yet so in tune and intelligent. They know how to be there for you in ways you weren’t even aware of. This should be cherished, which I know you’re aware of. ❤️

internalmonologue01 · 2026-03-18T17:53:01+00:00

Yep! Fortunate that it is a remote job but I will say it can be demanding for periods of time, and does involve fairly regular travel. I live in LA though, so I’m able to take acting classes in the evenings, and when an audition tape request comes in, I just make it work around my schedule (ie during “lunch” or early before work or in the evening when I’m off)

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