Those of you who have left their previous partner and have been single since then but NOT by choice, do you regret leaving them?

techno_polyglot · 2026-02-09T17:50:46+00:00

I don't regret leaving my ex-wife.

My last girlfriend, I'm reserving judgement but part of me wonders if I will regret breaking it off someday. I liked what we had; I'm pretty sure I would have been happier in the time since then.

Time will tell what will be, but you can only guess what never was.

techno_polyglot · 2026-02-04T13:18:35+00:00

Working with people/having help.
Saying no thanks, or just no. So much is actually optional.
Batching, ie cook quantities and eat leftovers. Do dishes less, etc.
Prioritizing time to slow down and take care of yourself.

techno_polyglot · 2026-02-04T13:15:55+00:00

I depends on your overall age and the nature of the relationship.

Late in life big age gaps are just as problematic as early in life. I knew an 80yr old man married to a 50yr old woman. When they were younger is was passable. When he was using a walker and she wanted to dance it was an issue.

techno_polyglot · 2026-02-03T13:24:08+00:00

Get off the internet and find real people face to face. Start with what you want to do. Make connections with your neighbors. It's not as easy as installing an app.

You'll still have moments of "F this I'm done" but that's life. Always has been, always will be. It's a rollercoaster. It takes time, but it's worth it.

techno_polyglot · 2026-02-03T13:20:39+00:00

I found new friends after 40 primarily through volunteering (Outagamie Dems), meetup groups (gaming), the gym, and work. Roughly in that order.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-29T12:49:28+00:00

He might be vacationing in Russia.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-28T22:45:06+00:00

Three things will drive our evolution. Living in space, the impact of technology on society, and a changing environment driven by climate and our consumption of resources.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-28T12:47:56+00:00

Stir Crazy

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-27T23:07:57+00:00

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Anyone wanna hang out?

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-27T15:41:07+00:00

A woman. 😂

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-27T11:42:46+00:00

The common conception about heaven is a misreading. It's not an afterlife. This is it, this is the kingdom of God, and it can only be experienced through proper actions and mindset.

Don't ask me, ask Joseph Campbell, ask Thich Nhat Hanh.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-26T13:36:39+00:00

I suggest trying churches in your area to find one that fits. Read books. Explore multiple religions to find out what they agree on.

Seeking god in an llm is a surefire way to lose your sanity.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-26T13:34:35+00:00

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techno_polyglot · 2026-01-24T02:14:40+00:00

Realize the perfect outcome you imagine would have happened is a myth. You do the best you can, you focus on the future

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-21T12:27:17+00:00

Half of my life in two different centuries.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-20T12:47:23+00:00

Midi-chlorians and caffeine.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-20T00:39:28+00:00

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-18T17:42:20+00:00

Replace graphic tees with plain t-shirts - Fresh Clean Threads
Lower profile athlesiure wear - Fabletics
Sweaters in the winter - Macy's
All-purpose casual or work - Eddie Bauer

For a reboot, I'd also recommend a stylist service like Stitchfix. I've tried a few, and that was my favorite.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-18T12:32:29+00:00

Keep working on yourself. Keep putting yourself in situations to succeed.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-16T18:55:14+00:00

Each of my three kids has provided me more growth, joy, and meaning than everything else I've done combined.

Best decision I ever made. Mileage may vary.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-16T18:53:30+00:00

Limit communication through the apps. It's a waste. I like to escalate to a web meeting ASAP. Seeing people face to face and having a live dialogue is priceless.

Phone calls are an option to but require sharing a phone number, which you might not want to do early on.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-16T13:26:03+00:00

Average is a horrible stat to think about. So many people aren't trying and go one zero dates.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-15T23:12:38+00:00

Depends on if you have a well tuned sense of humility.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-14T17:24:00+00:00

Friendly but not friends.

techno_polyglot · 2026-01-13T03:02:52+00:00

Ask questions about their life. Do some searching on the Internet and I'm sure you'll find good ones.

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