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tccpang t1_j64p5oj wrote

Reply to [Story] Never give up! by angelmilkteeaa

Thank you for sharing this with us! I really needed this. I ended a toxic relationship 6 months ago and have been struggling financially for awhile now. But I have a job interview in a few days and after reading this, I’m gonna try give it my best shot!

I guess when you’ve hit rock bottom, the only way is up, right?

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TheWildcatGrad t1_j64o2xj wrote

Reply to comment by Anthony_Delafino in [Discussion] How can I best use my upcoming 4-weeks off work? I am very lazy and afraid I am going to waste it and end up doing nothing by Anthony_Delafino

I have had a very similar experience with constantly questioning the quality of my work. What I found helpful was if the project is something I really want to do, then I tell myself any mistakes are part of the learning process.

For example I'm writing my thesis. It can be really discouraging when after writing a paragraph on research results I notice that I made a mistake in analyzing my data. I've struggled with feeling like I've wasted my time since I have to redo the data analysis and rewrite the paragraph. However telling myself I was always going to make this mistake, and I must be learning since now I can see the mistake has helped me stay more motivated.

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megmug28 t1_j649n2f wrote

Reply to I probably haven’t exercised in 10 years [discussion]. by auntpama

Ex bike racer here:

When using a bike or stationary bike, get used to riding in a low gear - chain is on the small or middle chain ring in the front and and on the middle to larger sprockets on the back.

People often think it is better to grind away in a hard gear which is far from what is needed. A nice easy gear helps your legs relax, build strength slowly and is great on recovery days. When I raced (almost made the Olympics in road racing) we called these LSD days (Long Slow Distance).

Make sure to keep your knees and legs in a straight line; don’t let those knees drift out to the side. You will damage them.

Easy walks are a great way to start and I also recommend swimming.

Changing up your activities (cross training) will use your muscles in different ways and help you keep moving forward.

Be sure to give a lot of rest days and to eat well so your body has the tools to make repairs.

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PcPhilosopher t1_j646ahw wrote

Reply to I probably haven’t exercised in 10 years [discussion]. by auntpama

Start small. Gamify it. Give yourself small challenges and record your progress. For example, challenge yourself to 15 mins on the elliptical. Record # of steps/distance completed within that period and compare as you progress. Or, make it that you watch an episode of a program you love while on the elliptical? Start small and show up on schedule. It'll form a habit.

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scarecro_design t1_j63s2pn wrote

Reply to comment by bluenova85 in I probably haven’t exercised in 10 years [discussion]. by auntpama

Precisely! If you push yourself too hard, then you'll end up avoiding it. Try to keep things to a level where you can enjoy it, and maybe explore options until you find one that's lots of fun for you. For some that can be walking, cycling, etc or even chopping colorful boxes moving at high speed in virtual reality.

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cozmo1138 t1_j63rvpp wrote

Reply to [Discussion] How can I best use my upcoming 4-weeks off work? I am very lazy and afraid I am going to waste it and end up doing nothing by Anthony_Delafino

If it were me, I would time block just like I do at work. Set some days to get done the things you want, like hang out with friends, go somewhere or take a road trip, do some things around the house or apartment, and then some days to just fuck off at home and play video games all day. And maybe some days that you leave open to allow some spontaneity.

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