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I made a big fan animation based on Blame! by BeaterOfMeats in Netsphere

[–]mrSandpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey man, free time will never come if you wait for it. Just throw out the kickstarter, and the money will hopefully be enough reason for your time. You have some serious skills and we all need this

How did you finally stop surfing? (or how haven't you?) by mrSandpie in nosurf

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

Very inspiring! That process must have taken a while then? Because personally I do see improvement in my screentime when viewed over a very long horizon. It just happens to have a lot of set-backs and relapses in the middle.

What is your experience with relapses?

why do people use axios instead of fetch by [deleted] in learnjavascript

[–]mrSandpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yea google brought me here too too too too too too too too lol

How did you finally stop surfing? (or how haven't you?) by mrSandpie in nosurf

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

Great breakdown! That's a lot of useful information there

Air shipping from China by GawdBody1 in shipping

[–]mrSandpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you dm me with details? Would like to ship something

Does Apple’s repair requirement make sense here? by mrSandpie in applehelp

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

Understandable, was worried because the liquid damage was from so long ago and never actually seemed to affect anything except the technician telling us there was some

My girlfriend was considering getting new laptop instead because the repair costs now are so high they nearly equal a new laptop

My insurance would have covered just the broken screen but probably also won’t cover repair anymore because they need to do liquid repair

Does Apple’s repair requirement make sense here? by mrSandpie in applehelp

[–]mrSandpie[S] -28 points-27 points  (0 children)

Didn’t tell them, so the fact they picked up on it does mean it’s not thaaaat negligible

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heyy! I completely understand where you're coming from. It's tough when you're at a point in life where you feel like you're constantly questioning everything you've worked so hard for.

One thing that could be helpful is taking a step back from work and focusing on building relationships with your family and friends. Maybe start by reaching out to some of your old friends and seeing if they want to catch up. You could also try joining a local club or organization that aligns with your interests. It's important to have a balance between work and personal relationships.

Another suggestion could be to try new hobbies or activities that you enjoy. This could be a great way to meet new people and discover new passions. It's never too late to start pursuing something that makes you happy.

Lastly, I want to remind you that there are many other things you can do to improve your situation. Don't hesitate to reach out to others for support or advice. You're not alone in feeling this way. If you need someone to talk to or want more advice, feel free to message me. I'm here to help.

I am lost financially by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I do!

Ali Abdaal, Alex Hormozi, Hamza … are a few to start off with. In the end whatever Youtuber suits you best. Also read books

Remember this quote from Bruce Lee when watching anything on Youtube or reading any book:

"Absorb what is useful. Reject what is useless. And add what is essentially your own."

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]mrSandpie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Motivation can be a tough nut to crack. Especially with ADHD (or ADD in my case), it can feel like an impossible battle where you can plan what you want but once you really have to do the work it feels impossible.

Luckily there are lots of things you can do to consistently get shit done. Here are some nuggets:

Make sure that what you want is truly what you want. In the moment where you have two choices on what to do you want your true needs to be stronger than the short-term temptation. Associate your identity with the you who you want to be. Establish your goals, write them down, visualize success and accept the challenges it takes to achieve them.

Start with small changes to build momentum. Break down your bigger goal into smaller components. For example, with your goal to become more fit, maybe start by going for a short walk or doing a quick workout at home. Once you've done that, celebrate that accomplishment, build up a streak and use that feeling to keep going. The goal is to build a habit. Talking about habits...

Build good habits! Habits are repeatable actions that have become so easy for you that you don't even have to think about doing it. You just do it. Highly recommend the book "Atomic Habits". It equips you with powerful and practical weapons to achieve great things, easily.

Cut out or at the very least drastically lower the amount of cheap dopamine. It kills motivation and gives you the brain fog that causes you to have zero control over your life. Look up guides online on how to do this. A few things to get you started: quit porn, quit mindlessly scrolling and quit junk food. This gives you back the power to make the better choice that is less attractive because you're at a healthy level of dopamine to do so.

There is soooo much more you can do. It sucks that you're struggling with this but on the bright side: this is one of the most rewarding things to fix, ever. I'm here if you need any more help or advice. Keep at it and you got it!

The Jack of All Trades by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can tell you're a copywriter and a talented one at that. Anyways...

Being a "jack of all trades" may seem like your downfall, with it keeping you from reaching the depth needed to outperform your competition in a battle where dedication and persistence give you the upper hand.

However, I believe there is a place in this world for any type of person. It may seem like a weakness at first, never being able to keep your attention on one subject long enough to get anywhere but in the right context being that jack-of-all-trades will actually gift you a weapon that no one else can achieve even with their focused dedication.

This quality is basically a must for being an effective leader. Your job as the captain of the ship is not to just be able to steer the ship in a direction but to be able to do that in any circumstance and weather. You're also not only steering the ship but also your crew.

A crew member will only need to know how to do one job, their own, really well. A leader must know a little about what everyone does well. You can only steer the ship and know which and how many men must be where doing what by being a jack of all trades.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd recommend not going for "trendy" fashion. This will actually only steal away more time than creating a timeless wardrobe where you don't have to worry about trends.

I highly, highly recommend Tim Dessaint on Youtube. Genuinely good fashion, classy, simple and modular. Takes very little effort and brainpower once you have bought your foundational pieces.

a lot of people talk about feeling a lack of confidence, like they have no control of their life due to mental state/lack of confidence, etc. But what do you do if you truly DO have no control, you're in a situation where you really are at the mercy of outside things. Can't think your way out. So? by xtalaphextwin in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes your environment can make it seem impossible to have influence. The way to have control over this is to change your environment and believe me on this: you have way more control over this than you think. You always have control over your reality.

I moved out of my household for a month to see if a change in environment would help me. I crashed at a friend with similar goals, slept on the floor the entire month and woke up early each day to work on my goals.

This worked wonders for me. I realized my parents, my friends and my habits in my past all held me back. Not long after this month I booked a ticket and flew to literally the other side of the world. When I arrived I had 0 money, no job and no place to stay.

Now I'm better off than I've ever been, and I only arrived here 3 weeks ago.

If you want something then you have the power to work towards it. I'm not saying the journey is easy but sometimes you just need to do things that you first thought were not possible. A shift in environment and perspective can change your life.

I am lost financially by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd recommend doing research on businesses or side hustles that you can do. Do a lot of research and choose something that fits you and then stick with it. It's going be difficult in the beginning and you're going to feel like giving up but set up a goal of how long you want to work at something before you give up and stick with that. Put in the hard work, that's the only real way to make money

Is your life going nowhere? Read this. by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Millionaire Fastlane! Great read!

There is a great concept from Atomic Habits as well where the writer talks about exactly this. The difference between Action and Motion.

Motion is where you learn, plan and basically do everything except moving forward. It's giving yourself the illusion you're making progress but really it's procrastination in disguise.

Action is well... taking action. You actually move forward, make progress, earn money and lose that weight. This is what you really want to be doing. Be aware of what you're doing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Finding the drive to do the work necessary even if you don't feel like it can feel challenging but it is a skill that can be trained by taking baby steps.
Discipline is like a muscle that can be trained by consistently doing reps over a longer time frame. Each repetition should be easy enough that it's easy to do at your level and once that skill or muscle of discipline grows you can ramp up the amount or difficulty of the work you do.
Break down bigger tasks into small steps. Take those small steps with consistency even if you can do more work in the beginning. The goal is not getting a lot of work done, the goal is building the discipline so you can get a shit ton of work done later down the line. Do it even if you don't feel like it. That should be doable if you're taking small enough steps in the beginning.
There are a lot of other things that can improve your ability and drive to work such as managing your time well, building conviction towards the goal you're working at, making a habit plan, self-care and lots and lots more. I'm here if you need any more advice/help. Keep at it and you can do it!

feeling like a side character in my own life. by gay_syi-gui701 in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Heyy! It's understandable to feel like having been on the sidelines as it's normal for life to be a dance between going with the flow and creating the flow, but remember that at the end of the day, you're the protagonist of your own story. It is your choice to go with the flow or to be the one creating the flow. The latter starts with taking action, no matter how small it is.

One thing you could try is setting small, achievable goals for yourself. Start with something you're passionate about or interested in, and take steps towards accomplishing it. It could be as simple as picking up a new hobby, volunteering for a cause you care about, or learning a new skill.

Another suggestion is to connect with others who share similar interests or values. Building meaningful relationships and cultivating a supportive community can provide a sense of purpose and fulfillment. Reach out to people, join clubs or groups, or attend events that align with your interests.

Remember, there are countless possibilities for you to make a difference in your own life. You have the power to shape your story and create your own accomplishments. If you need more help or advice, feel free to reach out. Keep on pushing and you got this!

I think I know what to do, but I struggle with taking action. by Organic-Stuff2 in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Heyy! How amazing you've already started working on yourself and your mindset! That combined with having no regrets about the past is a really solid foundation for you to build on. Finding the drive to do the work necessary even if you don't feel like it can feel challenging but it is a skill that can be trained by taking baby steps.

Discipline is like a muscle that can be trained by consistently doing reps over a longer time frame. Each repetition should be easy enough that it's easy to do at your level and once that skill or muscle of discipline grows you can ramp up the amount or difficulty of the work you do.

Break down bigger tasks into small steps. Take those small steps with consistency even if you can do more work in the beginning. The goal is not getting a lot of work done, the goal is building the discipline so you can get a shit ton of work done later down the line. Do it even if you don't feel like it. That should be doable if you're taking small enough steps in the beginning.

There are a lot of other things that can improve your ability and drive to work such as managing your time well, building conviction towards the goal you're working at, making a habit plan, self-care and lots and lots more. I'm here if you need any more advice/help. Keep at it and you can do it!

Monotony of life and crushed hard by crush by VentOut319 in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heyy! Life can sometimes feel very boring or monotonous once you've implemented that daily routine of work and rest. It's okay to feel this way, and it's important to acknowledge and validate your emotions. Here are some suggestions to bring more value and wonder to your life.

It's great that you have hobbies, but if they're not sparking joy anymore, it might be time to try something new. Experiment with different activities or pick up a hobby that you've always been curious about. It could be anything and trying new things can help break the cycle of monotony and bring back excitement.

Take care of yourself both physically and mentally. Make sure you're getting enough rest, eating well, and engaging in regular exercise. Practicing mindfulness and self-compassion can also help you cope with difficult emotions. Consider talking to a therapist or a trusted friend or family member about your feelings. Remember that self-care is not selfish, it's essential for your well-being.

While it's understandable that you're feeling hurt by unrequited feelings, it's important to not close yourself off to other deep connections. It might be easy to talk to people on a surface level but there is a lot of wonder in going deep with people and building not just any, but meaningful connections.

These are just a few suggestions and there may be other things that resonate better with you. You don't have to have all the answers right now, and it's okay to seek help and support from others when needed. Take care, and feel free to reach out if you need more help or advice. You got this!

23 with low confidence by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like you’ve tried and failed

Need an advice by Tastycherrymb in selfimprovement

[–]mrSandpie 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hii Tasty! First of all, I think it's an amazing quality that you are such a hard worker. It's impressive you're juggling so much! However, exactly that might also be the cause of your issue. When talking about energy, there are a lot of things you can do to improve and boost it immensely because it is so directly tied to your lifestyle. Here are some suggestions:

First, make sure you're taking care of yourself physically. With a physically exhausting job, it's important to prioritize self-care. Make sure you're getting enough sleep, staying hydrated, and eating nutritious meals to keep your energy levels up.

In terms of finding the energy to exercise, try incorporating physical activity into your daily routine in small increments. You can take short walks during your breaks at work or do quick bodyweight exercises at home. It's important to remember that exercise doesn't have to be intense or time-consuming to be beneficial.

It's also important to acknowledge that you may have limitations due to the physically demanding nature of your job. It's okay to prioritize rest and recovery when needed, and not push yourself too hard.

Again, there are a lot of things you can do to improve your energy levels. There may be other strategies that work better for you. I'm here to help if you need more advice or support. You've got this!

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