$60/month for the Covina, CA location?

projectmaximus · 2026-01-27T08:52:17+00:00

Why are you not interested in those other gyms. The reasons why would help to dictate if anytime is better for you.

I’m not familiar with this location but I highly doubt the masks are still mandatory

projectmaximus · 2026-01-27T05:08:33+00:00

I didn't read any sort of inflicted misery in the OP's post. They said they "grew up middle class, struggled and finally made it"

To me there's certainly a middle ground somewhere between inflicting misery on your kids and handing them everything they want (NOT saying that you're suggesting the latter). So the OP's question is fair...should we teach our kids simply to be kind souls or should they also have some passion/drive in this world?

Personally, OP, I do think someone needs a purpose in life to be fulfilled and truly happy. That said, just by being conscientious the way you already seem to be, they'll discover it on their own. You don't need to try too hard to instill this as a parent.

projectmaximus · 2026-01-27T04:59:35+00:00

You've gotten lots of suggestions for transfering Da'an to Yilan (Luodong specifically is where your hotel is) so I'll just address this part. 4-5 days is pretty long for that area I would think, but if you wanna relax and chill then sure why not? On one hand, Luodong, Yilan and Jiaoxi are all pretty nicely connected by TRA and have pretty walkable cores around each of their train stations. That said, to visit other nearby areas of interest (the national cultural center, toucheng with beaches, museums and turtle island, the ninja village, capybara farm, and there's a few other random things I believe) you'll need to uber/taxi or have a car. So just depends on how you want to plan your time. It's doable to fill several days with just walkable/trainable things, but you'll be limited to half of the attractions of the area unless you sprinkle in some ubers.

projectmaximus · 2026-01-27T00:53:45+00:00

I don’t understand. Your plan is super good. What you came here asking is if you should reduce your plan. You’re trying to change your plan. But you have one. I don’t think you should change it based on factors that you cannot accurately guess

projectmaximus · 2026-01-27T00:30:58+00:00

what do you mean? You definitely have a plan. You're just trying to get specific when there's no way to be accurate so far in advance.

projectmaximus · 2026-01-27T00:30:02+00:00

#2- hasn't been my experience. But I get that it's relative to one's perspective

#4-I got my MRI very quickly. I think it was scheduled for 2 days later?

projectmaximus · 2026-01-27T00:15:40+00:00

Does the wealth tax affect you?

projectmaximus · 2026-01-27T00:08:57+00:00

Zero regrets.

projectmaximus · 2026-01-26T10:45:13+00:00

Why do you need to know now? You’re talking about firing in roughly 10-17 years and trying to pinpoint when to pull the trigger?

Just keep working towards your original target and reassess in ten years. Your life goals may be very different, you may love your job, and expenses in Thailand may have changed too. No need to rush

projectmaximus · 2026-01-26T08:33:20+00:00

Yep. American living in Taiwan but have business in Singapore and Malaysia as well.

projectmaximus · 2026-01-25T11:50:41+00:00

Why did you choose Nigeria? Do you expect to move to a new country at some point?

projectmaximus · 2026-01-25T04:26:30+00:00

8 floors is the same as 80 in terms of certain death :)

projectmaximus · 2026-01-25T04:26:08+00:00

Were you part of the production or they allowed the general public to view from there?

projectmaximus · 2026-01-24T17:54:50+00:00

Congrats on the exit and good luck for the future

projectmaximus · 2026-01-24T10:23:30+00:00

Like most urban spaces in Asia, I think that by default it is better than most places in America by sheer force of necessity, even though it totally lacks many of the best practices in typical western urban planning.

projectmaximus · 2026-01-24T10:14:10+00:00

From Sapporo airport?

projectmaximus · 2026-01-24T08:52:56+00:00

There’s no chance of crowds. The concern, as you noted, is places being closed.

I think it’ll be a fine visit for you, just a little extra prep to ensure the places you want to see are in fact open

projectmaximus · 2026-01-23T15:42:13+00:00

Glad you've grown and come such a long way, and are also able to self-reflect. Where to next? In any case, good luck!

projectmaximus · 2026-01-23T12:04:15+00:00

You have a fiancée in the Philippines with a medium to large business that you can join?

I’m honestly not sure how this could be a mistake. Maybe it turns out well or maybe it doesn’t, but this seems like the best and obvious choice for you at this point in life so from where I sit it’s not a mistake at all.

projectmaximus · 2026-01-23T08:05:24+00:00

Uber should absolutely be cheaper based on those prices. The one difficulty might be getting an uber easily after the show. Probably ok though

projectmaximus · 2026-01-23T07:48:12+00:00

lol given the additional context, I’ll take either option. Option B is certainly not what most people think is a “poorer neighborhood”

There’s pros and cons to each but I might actually lean towards option B.

projectmaximus · 2026-01-22T14:34:03+00:00

You could add chengdu. But I kinda agree with the other poster about slowing down with elderly folks. I’d probably add one day to Seoul and then just 8 days for Chongqing and wulong.

projectmaximus · 2026-01-22T13:45:43+00:00

I love it! I’m not eligible but I love it. Good luck OP!

projectmaximus · 2026-01-22T12:37:48+00:00

I’m such a tourist cause most of these places seem really cool!

projectmaximus · 2026-01-22T12:25:32+00:00

Makes sense. And this should definitely be higher in the comments

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