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imasensation t1_j6d80uz wrote

What sucks for my situation is I don’t necessarily want to pursue the life everybody thinks is the way. My view of happiness and a good life is entirely different than what most people want. Most people would not consider what I want out of life to “be my best life”. This is where I struggle to define goals. I can’t stand that “success” is an opinion and most people don’t share my view on it

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WtfDoICallMyself23 t1_j6d4c7k wrote

Maybe there’s some depression you’re dealing with. A lot of this is characteristic of ADHD, just a thought not saying you have it and it can be over diagnosed. With that being said, I am in that same struggle in varying degrees with myself alllll the time. I set plans that I have to show up for - so things like going to the gym- I go with a friend that I don’t want to let down. Orange theory charges you if you don’t show up. Book tickets to an event and just get it without thinking about your schedule. Once it’s on the calendar it tends to happen. Sometimes a vitamin B12 shot gives me that extra boost when I’m in a slump. Leave your smoke at a trusted friends house and be just uncomfortable with knowing it’s not at your fingertips.

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freifickmuschimann t1_j6d29va wrote

  1. If your wife cheats on you with a gladiator have them summoned to have sex in front of you, then have the gladiator executed while on top of her and proceed to finish the job he started by having sex with her while covered in his blood. Gladiator blood is an aphrodisiac, or whatever.
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Adaesemus t1_j6cxxna wrote

#11. Embrace nepotism and hand over rule to your incompetent son at the end of your reign, breaking the long held tradition of choosing an Emperor based off merit. Then said son can usher in the beginning of the end of Rome, but don’t worry you wrote some philosophical shit, so history will gloss over this and talk about what a great leader you were.

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EspressoVagabond t1_j6cxrpp wrote

Weirdly I just realized I'm six months and a day since getting laid off from what also seemed like my dream company to work for.

The first couple weeks are the toughest, mentally. But it gets better. And I found that it's really an opportunity as well. I started a business, learned to code, lived abroad in some lower cost-of-living areas. That's not gonna be the path for everyone, but it's been great for me. And while I'm definitely still carrying some of the baggage from the layoff, it's lighter today.

Keep your head up! It's important to keep in mind that any job is still just a job. It's not your whole life, so don't make it.

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Emotional_Top_7528 t1_j6cwpgd wrote

I have struggled myself with this. I honestly believe life is about serving others. I have got great joy in helping others succeed or helping them in anyway possible. Maybe volunteer at homeless shelter or find ways you can give your time to people in need.

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imhangryagain t1_j6curf4 wrote

Set your alarm clock. Get up at the same time every day. Make your bed and take a brisk walk. While walking think about what is important to you and when you come back home do something to make this happen. Even if it is only looking up a phone number to ask about a job. Feeling productive will start your day off the right way - this is from someone who has experienced a huge personal loss. You’ve got this!!

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givemeabreak432 t1_j6ctrjg wrote

Man, i was just responding to that other guy who decided to diagnose my wife with one line. You guys don't have the full story. I have been introspective and trying to work on myself. I have been actively trying to change myself. Honestly, I have been blaming myself and my own actions a bit too much, according to my family.

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crookedcrimesisters t1_j6cq05c wrote

6 months ago my now ex husband of 13 years got me pregnant for the 5th time. I thought we were working on reconciliation apparently those were just words and he had other plans. A month later he cut me off and moved in with his girlfriend. I just found out yesterday she’s pregnant too. 6 months from now I’ll be raising a daughter whose father abandoned her while he welcomes another life. I pray to God I can be enough for her because the guilt that he has nothing to do with her because of me kills.

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