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There aren’t people who haven’t failed at doing something, but that’s actually a good thing, because now they know how to do it right. Even though it is human to make mistakes, you can significantly reduce them if you try not to repeat your own mistakes and also learn from others’.

This is how advice is born: people just want you to not do the same things that didn’t work out for them. And the best place to look for them is the internet. For example, in this Reddit thread the user prolific_ideas started. It was quite a success with 16k people joining it and almost 77k users liking it. The advice in the thread isn't related to one topic but instead are just the most random tips people got to find out the hard way.

So enjoy learning about life and share your own secrets so others can do the same. Also, don’t forget to upvote the answers that you find the most useful!

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#1

Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Don’t take criticism from people you’d never go to for advice.

BatmansBigBro2017 , Banalities Report

Kesam
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I don't get it. Why would I not take criticism from anyone? I always find it helpful to get feedback from people around me, also from those I wouldn't directly ask for advice.

KaySt
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You have a good point. I think there's a big difference between outright critisism and constructive criticism. I would consider constructive criticism from anyone but how much weight I place on it would depend heavily on who it's from.

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Pan
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah, this seems apealing at first, but at the end, this is a really stupid idea. You should take constructive criticism from anyone. Does not mean you have to take it seriously. But if 100 ppl that you don't like tell you, you are doing something wrong, it might just be you thay is driving on the highway on the wrong side.

Truth Monster
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Criticism is just advice with hindsight. :)

Lovin' Life
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great and much needed advise. Thanks

Zintoki
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think this is bad advice. Like in art even people who don't do art know if they like result or not. Professionals can give you advice on how to get better result but if it's crap or not can see anyone.

Tami
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well, I dunno about that. Everyone is right about something sometime.

Buren
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But most of those are unsolicited criticism

Matheus Oliveira
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So true… But since I didn't ask, I just don't keep them. It's been working so far.

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Mary Rose Kent
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4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“You talkin’ to me? I asked you punk, you talkin’ to me?”

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    #2

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Being able to admit you were wrong or made a mistake is respectable

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    Ellie Rosser
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is soooooo much easier to admit you made a mistake than spend your life trying to hide it from people.

    September Meadows
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ....said my mother, after decades of hiding my photos from family albums and forgetting me on invitations :P

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You’ll feel better about yourself and your friends will know that they can trust you

    Pan
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This should be absolute first. Its illogical to hold on to an opinion when you see irrefutible evidendce against it. But it is so often done.

    Raven DeathShade
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I fully agree, though some people on this site may cry false against me XD.

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    GlassHalfWay
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I teach this to my son & let him know when I am wrong or make mistakes, everyone does. So he knows it takes more of a person to admit they're wrong than to deny or lie about it.

    Demongrrrrl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad refuses to admit he's made a mistake, or that he doesn't know something.

    Kika González
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also advertorial accept and or give an apology

    Lovin' Life
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Own your mistakes and learn from them.

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    #3

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits If they will cheat with you, they will cheat on you. The same goes for gossip.

    jaybird2370 , Ben Stephenson Report

    Mich
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So so true.. I nearly had kids with my guy but something made me reticent. He cheated on me, got the mistress pregnant, married her, had 3 kids, then left her for the new mistress. Marry the mistress, create a new job opening.

    Petra, princess of Brigid
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Off topic but the girl in the picture is looking demonic...

    GenericPanda09
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't stand gossip or those that do it with enthusiasm......I dont' wanna hear about other people's secrets, mistakes, failings, or embarrassments..... all that pointing fingers at other people's lives rather than your own. It's one of the few things that makes me bluntly say 'sorry, but i'm not interested in this' and cut someone off.

    September Meadows
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone who is willing to tell me derogatory things about someone else based on their looks, lifestyle, ethnicity, etc NOT on the person's actions, I avoid them because I know from experience that they're doing the same about me.

    GoddessOdd
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This immediately brought these lyrics to my mind... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ml_V7HNIsY

    A
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It would suck to have to always lie to your child about how mommy met daddy.

    John Baker
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Does anybody actually need to be told this? It's only common sense. If they'll do it *with* you, they'll do it *to* you.

    Anon Anon
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of something similar between my ex and I. My ex once told me their fear of potentially cheating on someone, despite knowing it's wrong. Well, that rake left me for someone else, after two years together. Tiffany, if you're reading this, f**k you.

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    #4

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Be comfortable being alone before you get in a relationship. It will keep you from staying in crap relationships just to “not be lonely”

    malalala_lala , Pedro Ribeiro Simões Report

    Kanuli
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can relate, but couldn’t do it. Still can’t. But luckily I love my wife and love sharing my life with her. Also I hate myself alot less since we work on ourselves, our relationship and help eachother.

    Jude Bennett
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have been single for 15 years and there has not been one day when I have been lonely. I can not be in a relationship now. I am too selfish.

    Alphabet Soupy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s what gets me too, I got very accustomed to my independence and single-dom, but now going on 8 years with my partner. We took it slow so neither one of us felt smothered.

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    Biba Little
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, but I am becoming too comfortable. So long alone I probably can't even be in relationship anymore.

    GlassHalfWay
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Be independent and happy on your own before getting in a long-term relationship. You'll learn so much about yourself and the world.

    Kookamunga
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You won't be any good at loving someone else if you don't love yourself.

    Sky Render
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Quite. And afterward, you won't be able to truly handle a long-term relationship until you've experienced one for a while. Don't move too fast in any relationship, the odds are that you will regret it in the long run!

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    GoddessOdd
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have never been lonely since my last long term relationship broke up. I decided that I am too happy with my own company, and controlling my own time, finances, living arrangements, etc. It's not for everyone, but for me, solitude is precious.

    Sergio Bicerra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And sleeping like a starfish in your own bed. I was used to have 15% of the bed. It's been 3 years without partner and love it.

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    Suz66
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't allow yourself to make your identity as "his wife." Have your own identity.

    Cecily Holland
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seperate beds, seperate hobbies and seperate social circles. 18 years and still going strong

    Wise beauty
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No problem! I don’t think I will ever marry, let alone have kids…

    Wise beauty
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not that I think either of those those things are bad, it’s just that they aren’t for me.

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    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love my husband dearly, but the 3 years I spent after my divorce & between meeting him were golden.

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    #5

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits If it bothers you for more than 24 hours, speak up within 48

    likelystonedagain , Raymond Zoller Report

    GlassHalfWay
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great advice. It makes you think before maybe saying something hurtful in the heat of the moment

    Mazer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some people don’t deserve the time and energy

    Buren
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah. I have been talking to my knee way before that but it doesn't stop bothering me

    Adrian
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't bottle it up. It is pointless complaining about someone's behaviour if you've put up with it for the past 5 years.

    Lovin' Life
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I never say things when I am angry.

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    #6

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits "No" is a complete sentence.

    MollieMarissa , allispossible.org.uk Report

    Niall Mac Iomera
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No, it isn't. It's a complete answer though.

    Madzdad the bard
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With due respect, often a complete answer is not needed. No should be enough.

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    Claire Stanfield
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Stop explaining every response. Do it now. People need time to get used to it, and you'll find you don't owe anyone an explanation.

    Tracy Wallick
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If only men would accept it from women.

    Raven DeathShade
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've met several men who, upon hearing the word "no", backed away and our relationship wasn't hurt in the slightest.

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    Demongrrrrl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "What part of NO don't you understand?"

    Cecily Holland
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s not enough to just say it. You have to mean it. Practice makes perfect as they say

    Adrian
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wrong! A complete sentence has either a period ( . ), a question mark ( ? ), or exclamation point ( ! ) at the end. So 'No!' is a complete sentence.

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    #7

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Looking back at your past and cringing is good. That means you’ve grown since then.

    anom0824 , Barry Pousman Report

    Pezor Zass
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    at the same time, if you never stop making cringe-worthy decisions, at some point that means that you know better but aren't learning the lesson in practice

    renee brack
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg - I cringe at times in my past so strongly,'I groan out loud. Now, I feel so much better about the cringe! I'm evolving. That's so refreshing. I like myself more already!

    Nicola Roberts
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless it's a twitter post, and then you will be hanged, drawn, and quartered - at any point in your future.

    Mich
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless you’re a mature adult and the past you’re cringeing at is last night…

    Sergio Bicerra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know why, everytime one of my cringy times memories starts to build up I try to wave it off singing the choir of Werewolves In London. Works.

    Seabeast
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know, sometimes I feel that some of my best memories are tainted because of that.

    Wise beauty
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I must’ve grown a lot in the past 2 years…

    Kyan Q
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i barely have cringey things but i no a lot of people that are cringe

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    #8

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits If you want a raise, ask what you need to do to earn it. Accomplish those things and ask for the raise. If you get the raise, stay. If you don’t, begin looking for another job. Don’t play games with people who move your goal posts.

    Otherwise_Hunt7296 , Seth Werkheiser Report

    Kanuli
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did that. Worked well so far. First the told me there’s not much more I could do, also everything would take time. I got some offers in for new jobs, told boss. Getting a mini promotion and a raise with it and my work will be responsibilities.

    Robert Thompson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I secured another (better paying) job, and then required the raise if I was to stay. I got the raise.

    Barbara Vandewalle
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wish I had this advice years ago. I would have looked for another job. I had jerk of a boss. He kept the good employees from transferring. the screw ups he could not get of them fast enough.

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    #9

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits You spend half your life walking and sleeping. Never buy cheap shoes or a s***ty mattress.

    boredonreddit1998 , MissMessie Report

    Glynna Bowood
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Change it to poor fitting shoes!

    Teresa Spanics
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I second that! There are some shoe styles that I hate aka high heels as you can not run in them if your life depended on it!

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    Mazer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Easy to say, not so easy to afford

    Biba Little
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Easier said than done. In my country, and probably many other, majority of women's shoes or boots are pure garbage. They have like 90% cases high unpractical heels, they are horribly tight and uncomfortable, they have too many stupid accessories and shape is almost always for some very narrow foot. I have to buy boots for boys.

    Teresa Spanics
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I second that and agree with you 100%! Here in Canada, I have to buy men's shoes due to that!

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    Doc Moran
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It too me several minutes to figure out that that wasn’t “slutty mattress”

    Raven DeathShade
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think the mattress decides the deeds done upon it XD.

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    Paula Marowsky
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very sad if you don't have enough money to afford nice, expensive, quality shoes and matrass...

    abby smink
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I spent 60$ on shoes for work once, which I do not consider cheap by longshot, and they were the most uncomfortable I've ever owned. So.

    Mewton’s Third Paw
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    $60 might not be cheap to you but it’s not really expensive enough to escape the “bad quality”. Good high quality shoes are like $100+ Unless you know a specific great brand.

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    Joran Quinten
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again, spend money where you spend your time

    Paula Marowsky
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hope you can really afford it... without having to be hungry therefor

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    Eglė Bukauskaitė
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awe I wish this adwice would've turned to "good quality AND healthy feet shoes". It's been a journey to find wide toe shoes

    Teresa Spanics
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Excellent advice for anyone! I always buy good runners with arch support regardless of the brand! I have a great mattress!

    Mewton’s Third Paw
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even if you have money, sometimes the cheap shoes match better or look cooler. I’m wearing $55 boots and I bought like 10 pairs because they’re so cool. Even if cheap.

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    #10

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Watch old episodes of Bob Ross and Crocodile Hunter with your little kids. Get them started on the right path.

    mlee0328 , Bob Ross Lives Report

    StrangerOfTheDark
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And Blue´s Clues? How about some Sesame Street?

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    Sue User
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am 57 and watch Daniel Tiger's neighborhood 😁

    IguanaStampede
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How can I upvote this more than once?

    GoddessOdd
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would replace Croc with Daniel Tiger, since Mr. Rogers is now just available to stream in my area... add in some Sesame Street, and that little Arthur guy...

    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amen to that - and don't forget "Mr. Rogers Neighborhood"!

    Cecily Holland
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No thanks to Irwin. Children do not need to be taught to harass animals.

    Mewton’s Third Paw
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    These people don’t see animals as valuable, living creatures with their own wants and desires.

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    #11

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Always take the time to say I love you and remember tomorrow is never guaranteed.

    novasupersport , Virginia State Parks Report

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Friendship is a gift we give to ourselves and each other...cherish it❣️

    GlassHalfWay
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Carpe diem. Quam minimum credula postero - Seize the day. Put no trust in tomorrow. A tattoo of mine that I think about daily.

    Raven DeathShade
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad has a tattoo on each arm. One, "Tempus Fugit". The other, "Memento Mori". Time flies; remember death.

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    Joshua Wachtenheim
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Tomorrow never comes. There is only this moment always.

    Dani Alexander
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s actually a fear of mine that I will pass away without my loved ones knowing how much I actually love them and value them.

    lara
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ALWAYS treat "good byes" as though it will be the last time you will ever see that person, because it might be. The two saddest words in the English language are "if only." Don't EVER leave mad, never go to bed mad, never say anything you will regret later, never, ever treat those you love as disposable. They may do it, but that is them.

    GoddessOdd
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you discover the trick to NEVER say anything you regret... please share it. I think everyone says things they regret, and I know a lot of couples who would rather go to bed angry and discuss with cooler heads in the morning than fight until exhausted, making things worse.

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    KimB
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd add if you're in a relationship kiss your significant other as well you never know when your last one will be...I've been married 20 years together for 24 and we do this every single day :)

    Demongrrrrl
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom and I said "I love you" to each other every night. She died in her sleep unexpectedly, but I know she knew I loved her.

    My Name Is Mars
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is important. My dad passed away suddenly, after getting well enough in hospital to go home. I was helping him get dressed to leave the hospital when he just lost consciousness and fell back on the hospital bed. He never regained consciousness and died less than 24 hours later in the ICU.

    Bobby
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    2 May 1972: Cousin and husband lived in Idaho, where he was miner. They argued one morning, and he stormed off to work. Sunshine Mine caught fire that day. She lived with that last-fight regret all of her life. Choose words wisely, people.

    BasedWang
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my fam makes sure to say See You Tomorrow every night

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    #12

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits If you think your house is haunted and see s**t buy a carbon monoxide alarm might be a leak making you hallucinate.

    I-eat-bu**holes , Abi Begum Report

    Zaza
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same if you feel tired, nauseous, dizzy, throw up or get a headache for no apparent reason. It can be all of those or just 1 of them. Carbon monoxide is a silent killer. You don't hear it, you don't see it, you don't smell it, many people don't even feel sick. They go to sleep and simply never wake up again. Alarms cost less than 5 bucks. It's not just for old/oldfashion heating systems! Get one. Place it between 1 and 3 meters (roughly between 3 and 10 feet) from the heating scource and 30cm/1ft from walls and don't hang it right next to an open window, a vent or an a/c

    Mazer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    High EMF readings can also cause hallucinations

    ZAPanda
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm honestly curious about this, Ive seen a few posts. Howcome anyone's house would have carbon monox in it? Like, what, did you leave the car running in the garage... or...? I am confused. I mean i get it some houses have gas, but that's methane and burns cleanly to co2 and h2o... so...? where does monoxide come from in a house?

    Ruby
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did a quick google search: "Common sources of CO in our homes include fuel-burning appliances and devices such as: Clothes dryers, Water heaters, Furnaces or boilers, Fireplaces, both gas and wood burning, Gas stoves and ovens, Motor vehicles, Grills, generators, power tools, lawn equipment, Wood stoves, Tobacco smoke"

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    Pat Bond
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thought these were a standard fitting along with smoke/fire alarm.

    Thomas Sweda
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And stay off the Gin for a few days.

    Vig
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This sounded like it was going to be a joke but actually turned out to be sensible.

    Octavia Hansen
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also -- check the batteries in your smoke alarm. When they run down, it sends out a beep to let you know. I kept waking up at 4 AM but didn't know why . . . by the time I was awake the smoke alarm was silent. Easy fix, more rest, and the alarm will work when needed . . .

    John Baker
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you think your house is haunted, see a psychiatrist.

    Beans
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't believe in ghosts really but I've experienced paranormal phenomena I can't really explain. I don't care if people like you don't believe us but I'll always question what I saw because someone else saw a similar thing years apart

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    #13

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Take care of your teeth

    gonzo-is-sexy , Joe Goldberg Report

    Akka Dakka
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG PLEASE TAKE CARE OF YOUR TEETH. This is from someone who didn't. Every day is hell and such an embarrassment, same for your kids.

    Tami
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plus getting them fixed can be ridiculously expensive, even if you have insurance.

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    Alex Metslov
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Remember! You don't have to brush all your teeth. Just those you want to stay with.

    Gabriel
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And make sure to pet the cat

    Zaza
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't brush 3 times a day. You want your teeth clean, but you don't want to damage them by brushing too much. Also (downvote as much as you like) toothpaste is damaging. Not saying you should stop using it alltogether, but use less and try brushing without it every once in a while. Don't brush right after eating or drinking, there should be about 30 minutes in between. Food and drinks have an effect on the protective layer that's on your teeth and brushing right after eating/drinking will do damage. Drinking water before brushing is fine

    Ruby
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've learned that a dot of toothpaste is enough, no bigger then a pea. They always show these photos with a big line of toothpaste all over the brush, wayyy more then needed

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    Sean Harrison
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I brushed, flossed and used mouthwash my whole life and still lost 4 of my back teeth and one other. Sometimes you just have bad teeth.

    kjorn
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    since i brush my teeth and floss even once a day i never got cavities and my gingivites just disepear... so yeah it works

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! YES! YES!

    Karynne Williams
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ...and your knees and back, just take care of your health; you'll miss it when it's gone.

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    #14

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits When you finish something complicated or pick up a concept from a skill you are learning. Take a moment to be proud of yourself. You don't have anything to prove to anyone. But it feels good to take a sec to enjoy the accomplishment.

    gerald_c , Umbria Lovers Report

    Jude Bennett
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I try to learn something new every day.

    Dani Alexander
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Acknowledging that you have accomplished something is one of the greatest senses of pride one can have

    BasedWang
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    havn't felt this feeling in damn near prolly 10+ years... well shid

    Raven DeathShade
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I found out that I am able to accurately gauge measurements from sight and construct semi-accurate crocheted recreations (I'm not too realistically accurate with crochet yet). I can measure the proportions and such, scaling it down to the size I want.

    V V
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Any day you learn something new is a day well spent.

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    #15

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Accept people for who they are, not what you want them to be. If they show that they’re trash people, accept it and cut them loose. They won’t change for you no matter how much you want them too. If they show that they’re genuine, they’re the ones you need to surround yourself with.

    TastyItem1458 , Virginia State Parks Report

    Otter
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is true for every kind of human relationship, but especially romantic ones. No, he or she won't change into what you want them to be, and you can't make them.

    lara
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You marry a now, not a future.

    Cecily Holland
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If people spent more time marrying a future the divorce rat would dip

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    Karis Ravenhill
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Done this all my life, and everyone comes down on me for being "too judgmental", meanwhile everyone else is surrounded by these leeches and hangers-on who're up to no good. No thanks, no point in being friends with a-holes just to beat loneliness.

    Madzdad the bard
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't take emotional abuse from anyone, even a spouse. You are worth more.

    Janned
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if they're genuine a**holes?

    Mike Loux
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time." --Maya Angelou

    Barbara Vandewalle
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you are in a toxic relationship because they are a screwed up mess from an abusive childhood - RUN. You cannot fix or change them. They will drag you down and your life will become as messed up.

    Raven DeathShade
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also remember that everybody has their faults. There are no completely perfect human beings.

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    #16

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Never get involved in a land war in Asia.

    christ_w_attitude , Dennis Jarvis Report

    Terilee Bruyere
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I recall a joke about the only country that can handle Russian winters is Canada, but Canadians would just teach them hockey and share some beer.

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    Kookamunga
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only slightly lesser known: never go in against a Sicilian when DEATH is on the line!

    Sergio Bicerra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just googled it and damn I can't spare time to watch that movie. I know I should, but time is a bastard!

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    J.L. Martin
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never go up against a Sicilian when DEATH is on the line! Ha ha ha! Ha ha ha! Ha HA.....*keels over, dead*

    Two_rolling_black_eyes
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was a kid, my grandpa's New Years resolution every year was to not start a war in Asia. When I was in HS, I saw "Princess Bride" for the first time and almost fell out of my seat when this line occurred.

    GlipGlop
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do not think that word means... what you think it means...

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    Two_rolling_black_eyes
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have never lost a war in the history of our planet.

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    SCamp
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And never go in against a Sicilian when death is on the line!

    Matthew Howard
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and only slightly lesser known; never go up against a Sicilian when death is on the line HAHAHAH-*dies*

    Tim
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's one of the classic blunders!

    Xottel
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thanks for this advice. I think I dodged a bullet there... (pun intended)

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    #17

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Put your keys in the same place every time you come home

    kinderwithkitties , the Original Muddog Report

    Robert T
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also remember to put your brain back into your head in the morning. It's not going to help you if you leave it under your pillow!

    Zaza
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was wondering why I was so absent minded lately

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You need to cultivate this habit when you’re young so that when you reach an age when you brain is no longer able to help you in every situation, you’ve already conditioned yourself.

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    Lola
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Been doing this for years. Never looked for keys ever since.

    Paul C.
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should I put them on that little hook next to the letter box.........? Maybe not.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "You should have a bowl. We have a bowl". The Big Bang Theory

    Raven DeathShade
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I tend to lose my motivation. I find it generally hanging around YouTube videos of Markiplier being productive. I like Mark. Such a good human.

    Adrian
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am so bad at this that many years ago I bought this little beeper - you give a whistle and get this ear-splitting shriek acts as a locator. Great at home, but on my desk at work it went off 20+ times a day every time I slammed a drawer shut.

    oktopus
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    After an embarrassing lock-out situation when I started living by myself for the first time, I started a habit of *always* carrying my keys (also hotel card key, etc.) in my hand when leaving my place of residence.

    Vanja Timmers
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have to be able to find them without searching. Even in the dark. This is in case of fire (at night). So in your pocket is probably not be the best place.

    Gordian
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ok keep your keys in your pocket at all time like me.

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    #18

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Always Thank people. Don’t just say thank you, mean it.

    DrewMaguire , Ricardo Moraleida Report

    Otter
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was never awful to retail workers, but the pandemic has made m genuinely grateful for the work they do, and I make much more of an effort to be nice. I can't tip most of them, but I can express genuine gratitude for their help and hard work.

    Mazer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I let a friendship go over how poorly this person treated workers. I could not stand it.

    More Thinking Needed
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And tell them what you are thanking them for. It is more sincere.

    Kyle
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I thanked a grocery delivery person who made my day by keeping in touch while she was shopping and who brought the food indoors because I’m disabled. She said it made her day that I’d noticed. I try to say something specific about what people did that makes me thankful. They feel good because I noticed a thing they do all the time and is sure is ignored by everyone else.

    Otter
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had grocery delivery when I broke my leg, it was my lifeline! A person can 100% live off of Safeway delivery, they'll send all your food, drink, and pharmacy needs, everything but new clothes and durable medical equipment. So yes, I tipped well and thanked the delivery people sincerely, never take a lifeline for granted.

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    Lovin' Life
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Be grateful for everything, good or bad.

    GoddessOdd
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At the very beginning of the lock-down, I went to the store to grab a few essentials... and found it mobbed! I was trying to get out as quickly as possible, and saw a young woman frantically trying to keep dairy shelves stocked. I said "I want to thank you so much for being here today. This must be a hard day for you, but you really are doing important work" or something similar... and she got teary eyed and said "no one has been nice to me for two days" which immediately made some of the people around me say nice things too. Sometimes a tiny expression of gratitude can have a ripple effect.

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    #19

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Put compassion before anger, before jealously, before fear. You never know what other people are going through.

    iamthestuffoflegends , Quinn Dombrowski Report

    Natasha Neumansky
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    but don't keep making excuses for bad behavior. they might need help, but from a therapist, not you, and ask what's wrong. someone doesn't get to treat you like sh** for a bad reason.

    Sergio Bicerra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read somewhere: better be kind than right. From my experience, works with children and elderly people.

    Lovin' Life
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly!!!!! Everyone has demons to fight everyday. Sometimes they are fighting a whole army of them.

    Legen ( wait for it ) dary
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yesssss, this. Sometimes I see very continuous kind posts from some people, sometimes when I read some testimonials I can't believe that kind person was so hurt or going through some shitty situations.

    Glen Ellyn
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My motto: Be kinder than necessary. Everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle.

    Raven DeathShade
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's an excellent motto. Mine alternates between "Cada loco con su tema (to each their own)" and this line by Lin-Manuel Miranda: You got skin in the game, you stay in the game. And you don't get a win unless you play the game. You get love for it, you get hate for it, you get nothing if you wait for it (wait for it, wait for it)!"

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    lara
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never react to hate or selfishness. That is on the other person. It is beneath you to give them power over you. The dogs bark but the caravan moves on.

    #20

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Read to your kids Every. Single. Day. From 1 day old until they graduate high school.

    minipenguz , Quinn Dombrowski Report

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Children who are read to become readers themselves. I grew up in a family where there were bookcases all over the place, and the one on the second-floor landing had a big overstuffed chair right there. I never saw my parents reading because they both had full time jobs and five children to care for, but I can remember being snuggled in the crook of my grandfather’s arm as he read to me as a wee child.

    Rissie
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, well, not mine I'm sorry to say. I read to them and they just never got into it. So no, that's not a rule, live is changing pretty rapidly. Also reading to an 18 year old seems excessive.

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    Otter
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Read to your kids until they're old enough to use bad words when they beg you to stop.

    Bettie-Jean Neal
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was an avid reader who was read to from the womb. Took several years for my parents to figure out that sending me to my room was NOT a punishment!

    Oskar vanZandt
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the children who are/were read to as young children will continue to enjoy reading on their own. Not that there's anything wrong with reading to your children or them to you throughout their teens and beyond. It's good to remember that there are free audiobooks available online for them to listen to and read along with too** (can also be helpful when they have to read certain novels for English class). As a middle aged adult, I have enjoyed listening to audiobooks more, especially when I'm too tired to keep my eyes open to read a book myself. ** I can strongly recommend Stephen Fry reading all the Harry Potter books- he's a brilliant narrator!

    Madzdad the bard
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My daughter (23) and I can still recite the first few pages of "Bear Day", I loved reading to (and with) her every night. It was sad when she felt too old for bedtime stories, but I still love the memories.

    Fluffy Griffin
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have also found that Audible is an acceptable substitute (for when they are older, or when you just CAN'T.) Your local library also probably has many books on CD or digital that you can borrow.

    Celtic Pirate Queen
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always! Both my kids are huge readers as a result.

    Raven DeathShade
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My favorite nostalgia book: Love You Forever. "A mother held her new baby and very slowly rocked him back and forth, back and forth, back and forth. And while she rocked him she sang: I'll love you forever, I'll like you for always. As long as I'm living, my baby you'll be." (Does anyone else know the rest of this? We could recite it together!)

    Adrian
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Be prepared for the kids to be disinterested in the story the first 2 or 3 times. Then they'll know it well enough that they can pick changes in the story. "That doesn't sound right" and you have to go back and start again. So my advice is: if you are going to make changes, make them early and be consistent. Arguing with a 5 year old that it was a plate of fried eggs and not a bowl of porridge is basically an argument you can't win.

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    #21

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Never invest more than you can afford to lose. Not financial advice.

    Ec1ipse14 , Gunnar Wrobel Report

    Otter
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same for gambling.

    "Simo Häyhä"
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it is simple math that gambling at all will lose you money. if the casino makes money you lose money.

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    stanislas
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The second sentence is everything.

    abby smink
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And, whenever loaning money, just assume you aren't getting it back. If you can't afford not to have it repaid, don't loan it.

    A Head
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My sister has a history of money problems - some are her fault, and some aren't. She has never paid anyone back, ever. When she asks me for a "loan", I just give her what I can afford, and call it a gift.

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    Rissie
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is financial advise, and it's very sound :)

    Parmeisan
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is, and it isn't. I think by "not financial advice" they mean "and that goes for emotional investment too"

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    Jane Moore
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never lend any more than you can afford to lose

    Adrian
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When you invest, have a clear goal in mind. Do not succumb to the equivalent of 'bracket creep' i.e. get greedy. When you achieve the goal, cash out and go hunting for the next best investment. Leave the old investment for someone else to make a profit on.

    Seabeast
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would add: don't ever buy stocks on margin. Cash only.

    Tami
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah. Never invest *in one place* more than you can afford to lose.

    Octavia Hansen
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live in Vegas and the best observation here is: The Odds are ALWAYS with The House. Caesars, Wynn, MGM did NOT get to be the mega-places they are by handing out money! There is always more coming in than ever goes out. At least when you buy lunch you are a winner every time. This advice also goes for lottery tickets and scratch offs. It takes a lot of suckers to pay off one winner and the winner NEVER takes all!

    Mazer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Easier to say than do. I live on a limited income, am in affordable housing, have had to move every five years for the last twenty. At one time I moved 4 times in 9 months, it’s expensive as hell

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    #22

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Buy a plunger before you need a plunger.

    exchetera , MichaelMcLean Report

    Otter
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a separate plunger for the kitchen sink, because you can get plungers at the dollar store. Splurge on a 2nd plunger!

    Les Izmore
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A toilet plunger and a sink plunger are very different tools

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    Sue User
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Buy a proper plunger. The one pictured is for sinks not toilets

    Eve Roling
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This plunger isn't for the toilet.

    Bobby
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Note: accordion (or bellows) plungers are the absolute best. You won't regret it.

    Adrian
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, but not too soon. The rubber hardens or perishes, then when you need it it doesn't work. Result is over-confidence.

    Jane Alexander
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In emergency the toilet brush'll work if you need a plunger before you've bought a plunger.

    Mike Loux
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And remember, a toilet plunger is different from a sink plunger. Chances are you will need the toilet plunger more.

    Mark Serbian, PK&RG,W
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good advice coming from someone who probably thinks they're talking about bathrooms...

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    #23

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Don’t take advice from strangers on the internet

    topsyturvy76 , dougwoods Report

    Scagsy
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This little guy looks pretty honest though. I'd maybe trust him. Yeah. I could trust that little fellow. Everybody else: no. This guy: defo

    Robert T
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm not trusting anybody who is still running Internet Exploder 7, no matter how cute they are!

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    Mark Fuller
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hang on... this entire post is advice from strangers on the internet.

    Piet Puk
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So if you don't take your advice I am basically taking your advise?

    Otter
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I disagree, advice from strangers on the internet is not automatically useless. Occasionally strangers on the internet will be more honest than people ever are in real life, because sometimes honestly in real life can have negative consequences.

    Viola Yarrow
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But this is advice from a stranger on the internet…

    Les Izmore
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll choose not to take that advice, you stranger

    Kyan Q
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah cat iam not downloading 5 gigabites of hentai on my computer

    Joshua Wachtenheim
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ironic that this post is on the internet. So perhaps it should say "don't take advice from everyone you meet on the internet." Because there is some good advice you can read online.

    DC
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Upvoted this ... because cat. Cats make everything better and liveworthy ... like, a house without a cat is just a weather protection, soulless and empty, even when filled from ground to ceiling. But a house inhabited by a cat, a cat confident in this being her or his place, where cat is comfortable and has some favourite spots and it shows being a cat's home, these are truly homes to live in. Cats make everything better, even living with cats may be improved by living with more cats (of course, if they get along and stuff ... current cat living with me lived with another cat before I adopted her, and they hated each other). So, take my advice - if you're a cat person, live with a cat. If any decision is between cat and else, never chose else. Cat comes first, for being alive and caring and loving and needing to be taken care of and being loved and stuff.

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    #24

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Don't live your life regretting the small mistakes you made yesterday. You're not defective, and even though your brain will tell you that you screwed up and because of that you're unworthy of people's time and attention, it's wrong. You are worthy.

    NinjaTr33 , James Petts Report

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This sounds so wonderful, but clearly this person didn’t grow up with someone who never handed out praise and made a full-time practice of criticizing everything you ever did wrong and then punishing you for it...standing in the corner for an hour was getting off light!

    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then you are allowing someone else to shape YOUR life. Don't live with their mistake screwing up your life. You are not responsible for their screw-up. You are a complete person on your own. Be proud in yourself and share your attitude.

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    Poultry Geist
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The guy in this pic looks like some stranger came up and said “can I take a pic with you and your dog “ and he said “ um?!? Ok?!?” Then the stranger said “ok ! Smile ! “ and the dog is like “ Come on!! Tom you’re a sucker!!”

    Lovin' Life
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your mistakes are just lessons to learn from.

    Robert Thompson
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This includes if you have already bought tickets to that one show. Going to the show will be a separate and new unnecessary mistake.

    Eve Roling
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good advice I once heard: Don't let five sh*tty minutes determine the rest of your day.

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seven years of relentless sexual abuse can’t be wished away—I know this because I tried everything in my power.

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    #25

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits DONT STAY WITH SOMEONE BECAUSE YOU "JUST CANT EXPLAIN IT. " You'll end up depressed, isolated and feeling stuck.

    No_Construction8184 , Cristian Ungureanu Report

    Biba Little
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True. And at the end, alone, feeling like you lost a decade or more on being miserable in relationship with wrong person.

    Stephanie IV
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    never try to get back to the good times when the times you're having with somebody are really bad. Accept that things change and move on.

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    Sergio Bicerra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't explain it = I'm embarassed of the answer and you will think less of me.

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    #26

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Most relationships can be maintained/improved by investing the time and having clear communication. If you can’t have difficult conversations with someone you love and trust, you won’t be successful. This is true for significant others, bosses, your kids, your family, everyone.

    nickcwright80 , Michael Coghlan Report

    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And the funny thing is the longer you are married the more you are "in sync" with the other person. Gawd in heaven I still love that man, even more than when we got married.

    James Doe
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I learned how important it is to create space for this kind of conversation while living in shared flats. Once a x (month/week/..) "force" yourself to sit down together, and discuss what's going great and what isn't. If you don't, every little criticism needs to pass the threshold of "does it really bother me enough to mention", which has two negative effects: 1. "trivial" things get piled up and discharge in a heat instead of calm conversation. 2. Every "trivial" criticism is perceived as something bigger than it probably is (because it was big enough to pass the threshold) Applies to flat shares, romantic relationships, work team relationships (-> team retrospectives), manager - employee feedback/approisal talks,...

    LivingTheDream
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This applies to meeting someone as well. If you feel like you have to walk on eggshells, it's time to walk away.

    #27

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits No one notices that zit or that one hair like you do. You look good homie.

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And even if they do, no one really cares. And if they do, they’re not really friends.

    Stephanie IV
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ..those that matter don't care, and those that care don't matter.

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    Gabby M
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unless it's Spinach in your teeth, always tell them about that.

    Jenny Barton
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone is too busy thinking about themselves to notice your minor faults.

    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People are too concerned about what you think about THEIR appearance to notice yours. Lookin good girl.

    Otter
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They aren't laughing at you behind your back, they're totally unaware of your existence.

    Vig
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish people would stop saying this because it isn’t true. They do notice and some will even judge. What you should remember is that they will forget about it once you part ways because you, or your zit, do not and will not have a starring role in their own noise.

    Sergio Bicerra
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of the times I've told guys they had their fly open and the automatic answer "why are you staring at my d**k?"

    Agnes Jekyll
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone is so worried about themselves, they are not scrutinizing you. And if you do have a zit in the middle of your forehead, and you carry yourself like a human without one, they will admire you for it.

    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone is beautiful in their own way. Smile and be pround of who you are.

    Seabeast
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I recently saw a picture of myself from about 40 years ago when I was a bridesmaid at a wedding. At that time in my life, I didn't think I was attractive at all. Seeing that picture, I thought "Huh, I wasn't half bad looking. Why didn't I appreciate that at the time?"

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    #28

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Never make any important decisions when either hungry, horny, happy, sad, tired, or angry.

    Zayers , Richard Leeming Report

    Scagsy
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Drunk isn't listed sooooo I guess that's a green light, yeah?

    LivingTheDream
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No because all six usually happen randomly when you're drunk! 🤣

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    Angie Taylor
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But.....aren't we all feeling at least one of these emotions at all times?

    Jenny Barton
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel like the woman in the picture is regretting her decision to have children.

    Buren
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When can I make decision then??

    Judo Flipped By Nobody
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, never shop when you're hungry. You will end up buying a lot more food than you need

    Bobby
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Don't think with your emotions. That's not what emotions are for...

    Mazer
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Got it, no thinking …ever

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    #29

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits This was a recent lesson learned. When getting a new apartment test both heat and AC. You don't think to check your heater when's it 105 outside on the day you tour the apartment. We never tested our heater. First freeze of the year and our heater is broken. Two weeks for a replacement. If anyone's apartment hunting that's my nugget of wisdom.

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    Joanna Werman
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Check water pressure in the shower

    Mazer
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Show up for a tour after five pm, or on the weekends when all your future neighbors are home making noise

    Ellie Rosser
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And run all the taps nd flush all the toilets.

    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, check locks, toilets, windows and drop a marble on the floor to see if it rolls. Check refrigerator, oven and see how many closets.

    Brandy McKay
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DO THIS ON CAR PURCHASES TOO! I found out my new car needed a $1k compressor for the A/C 4 days after the warranty expired. They pretty much told me "not our problem anymore." Check both heat & A/C!

    Claire Stanfield
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also, your furnace and air conditioner need regular cleaning - every other year is fine if you can't afford it annually. Don't be the person who just turns it on every season for 20 years until it dies.

    Zaza
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This might be a thing in certain countries only. Where I live we have laws to prevent this, loosely translated they're called hidden damages. It's mandatory to clearly note in the sale that certain things aren't working properly (or are damaged). The seller is liable for all costs and could be made to pay hefty fines if they "forgot to mention" something like this. Before you go thinking that will be years of court cases and huge expenses, nope, it's a few months and you pay nothing because it's their fault, not yours. Also, no matter where you live, if and when you move into a new place have the locks changed. We have laws for that too, pretty serious consequences for those who abuse it and it doesn't get abused, but still... peace of mind is worth the 100 or so bucks for a new lock and set of keys

    Barbara Vandewalle
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Make sure when you buy a house it is up to code. Repairs are expense especially when the realtor did not put it in writing that there is a mayor code violation.

    Jane Alexander
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    New home or new car, sure, but it's d' near impossible to check heat on on hot day, AC on a cold day ....

    Urbangirlatl
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Similar advice for cars. AC/heat, defrost, all power windows, seats, and mirrors. Windshield washer, too.

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    #30

    If you're making pancakes from scratch, instead of adding in the egg to the batter as is, separate the yolk and the whites. Add the yolk to the batter, then whip and beat the egg whites till they're nice and foamy, then add them to the batter.

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    Marianne Saiso
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not for all pancakes. Doesn't work for crepes and other European pancakes. Instead: use half the fluids and all the eggs first, mix until there's no clumps, then use the rest of the fluids.

    Zaza
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We (Dutch) have pancakes that are a bit different from typical US breakfast pancakes. They're bigger and thinner. Sort of between US pancakes and crepes. Traditionally eaten with syrup (that's a thicker syrup, consistency like honey) or brown sugar, and we have them for dinner, sometimes for a festive lunch, never for breakfast. But the ingredients I reckon are the same, flour, eggs and milk. And a tiny pinch of salt. I'm definitely going to try this!

    Karis Ravenhill
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This isn't random life advice, this is how to follow a damn recipe.

    VeninTheNonBinaryRogue
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    All of these are important life values, and then we got this on person with pancake advise. Tbh pancakes are more important

    Vig
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’ve never heard of this. Will definitely try.

    Zaza
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can also leave out some (half) of the milk and replace it with beer. It sounds nuts, but it's good for optimal airiness and fluffiness. No there won't be any alcohol in the pancakes

    Ruby
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this for American pancakes? We make a different type here in the Netherlands, I wonder if this tip works too...

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    #31

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits If you are going through something hard find other people in the same boat. You don’t have to do it alone and you will learn so much from those farther ahead of you. Also f**k shame. Get help you need.

    Inthedarksobad , dadblunders Report

    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are three of us who are so close that we might as well have been triplets. A is totally not empathetic or sympathetic, B needs empathy, I am the empathetic/sympathetic one. A thinks that when B calls for "help" she, A, is supposed to "fix" the problem and since she can't she gets really depressed and angry. I, on the other hand, realize that people just need to have someone care enough to listen. I love them both and would never, ever be happy without them in my life. I have been friends with A since 1975. And she introduced me to B in 1982. And they both live close to each other, in California, and I live many, many states away and we are all like sisters.

    Zaza
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! but also be wary. If you're depressed, struggling with money, housing, addictions etc you don't want to create a social circle that's dragging or keeping you down. They can be the nicest people in the world, but if all (or most) of them are addicts, cutting themselves, severely depressed, criminals, homeless, always in great debt etc you need to get out of there. Find a connnection but make sure you can't be dragged down into a bad cycle

    MyOpinionHasBeenServed
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have and they would rather pull an Uno skip turn on me and expect me to care about what they're going through but tell me to just deal with my issue on my own. I've lost 2 friends recently to this BS. I'm glad they weren't long time friends.

    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Friends, real friends, are the family you choose for yourself.

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    #32

    Buy the good trash bags and toilet paper.

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    Zwiebel Suppe
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really don't want the Rain Forest to be cut down just so I can have softer toilet paper.

    Lillukka79
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always buy the 100% recycled cos I don't want a tree cut down just to wipe my a**e.

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    Erin E
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great advice. Do it people.

    #33

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Measure twice , cut once

    topsyturvy76 , K. Kendall Report

    Chich
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm hopeless. Very much the "measure with a laser, cut with a chainsaw " type

    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What happens if you get two different measurements?

    Robert T
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Then cut again to get it square. LOL

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    #34

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Take the time to enjoy the little/quiet/every-day moments with your kids. They grow up really fast. It’s easy to remember the big events, milestones and vacations. But those small moments of sharing ice cream on a summer day or sitting outside looking at the stars together…those are magic. Don’t overlook them.

    Wyndshear , Mr Seb Report

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the things I remember most fondly were the nights the whole family would sit at the big dining room table and play games. Card games, board games, Botticelli (also a great game for long road trips). Another good car game is alphabet.

    Legen ( wait for it ) dary
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I Google game alphabet but show all possibilities. Can you please explain.?

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    Theoden
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is great advice, my children are 19 and 16 now and i treasure every conversation, hold on to every moment i'm in their company, they are already leaving me little by little as they spread their wings.

    Travis Hassig
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amen. Same goes with your elderly parents.

    Judo Flipped By Nobody
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My family would go on very long roadtrips and sleep in the car on the way to where we were going... my dad would just stay awake and drive and then when we woke up we might already have arrived.

    #35

    When you make a plan of any kind, instantly put it on your phone calendar and make an alert to remind you at least an hour or so beforehand

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    #36

    Be kind, everyone’s putting up a hard fight.

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Be kind because kindness is its own reward!

    Judo Flipped By Nobody
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once ordered a milkshake in our school cafeteria, and he put choclate instead of the flavor i ordered, i said "its okay, i'll take chokolate instead" and got an extra large milkshake.

    #37

    Go to the funeral or visitation whenever someone remotely known to you passes away. Whenever anyone in your friend’s circle passes away. Make the effort, it means a lot.

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And when your friends have a loved one who’s died, send them your condolences.

    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    DON'T WAIT UNTIL SOMEONE DIES to go see them. SEE THEM NOW. Visit them NOW, once they are dead they don't care. Yes, the family is "comforted" but the only important thing is the person who is gone.

    IlovemydogShilo
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother died at the end of August this year. I stayed in her home and looked after her 24/7 for the last 8 months of her life. When she eventually passed the out pouring of well wishes support and love was overwhelming. I always knew she was popular but all the beautiful things people said about her and I knew that they were genuine. It ripped me to shreds to loose her but her friends' love and support really helped me and I will be forever grateful for it.

    Jude Bennett
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah nah. I am not even going to my own funereal.

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    #38

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits We can always start again

    Fullhat1 , Robert Couse-Baker Report

    Joanna Werman
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We can't necessarily change the beginning but we can certainly change the ending

    Kelli Lindsay
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pretty sure that’s what they meant: move on and start again.

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    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is the great thing about your life. It is YOUR life, unless you LET someone else control it. YOU are in charge. YOU are important. YOU are unique. YOU are worth much.

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    #39

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits If your employer offers a 401(k) match you take it

    CheapSandwichMan , Valerie Everett Report

    Robert T
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Translation: If your employer offers to match your pension contributions, you take it.

    Zaza
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've read about 401k countless times but really have no idea what it is. Could someone explain that please? It's like a pension, right? Income for your old age? How does it work? I think we have that too, except that you don't need to save for it, you just get it after reaching a certain age

    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ABSOLUTELY DO IT! I ended up spending a bunch of it to live in Bangkok for a year, which was totally worth it, and what is left I use for little splurges since my Social Security covers my basic necessities. So far, I’ve seen Kathleen Madigan on stage in Reno, a week from now I’ll be seeing Hasan Minaj in San Francisco, and next year I’ll be seeing Fortune Feimster somewhere in the Bay Area.

    Xenon
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Max it out and set your contribution to go up at least 1% a year. With regular pay raises you'll never notice the 1% and it will make a huge difference in the long run.

    Nicola Roberts
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is making at least two assumption a) you have more money than you need right now, and b) you're going to live long enough to retire.

    #40

    Never fry bacon while naked.

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    Ellie
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please tell us how you learned this wonderful tidbit of knowledge

    Robert T
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Except naked bacon. You can definitely fry that! Just wear some clothes whilst doing it! https://www.finnebrogue.com/naked/

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    Glynna Bowood
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My friend bakes bacon too - 2lbs worth at a time and then freezes it in portions - then we he wants it, just a quick heat up in the micro and voila: BACON!

    Poultry Geist
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do this but then I eat it all in one day 😂

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    Shelby Moonheart
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cook bacon in the oven, 20 minutes at 400 degrees.

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    #41

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Pee within 30 minutes after sex.

    alexan45 , Paul Report

    Erin E
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So many towels so close to the toilet.

    Zaza
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Both boys and girls (and non- binary and well, everyone!) A lot of women were taught this, but same goes for men and anyone else. Bacteria get up your urethra while having sex. Also while just using mouths and/or fingers! You want that out before you fall asleep and they get the chance to start new bacteria families with kids, grandkids, greatgrandkids and so on and you find yourself in need of medical help. Men are not affected as much, since they often sort of "clean the tube" at the end, but still, stuff can get left behind. Just go pee. EDIT: just in case it wasn't that obvious, it goes for solo sessions too, especially if toys and lubes and the likes are involved

    DC
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I need to pee afterwards anyway. Pretty much every time, now that I think of it.

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    Zaza
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    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The urethra is the tiny tube where pee comes out. It's also where bacteria can come in and give you a UTI (for both men and women) while/after having sex. It mostly affects women, but men are not immune. Peeing after sex flushes out those bacteria before they start large bacteria families in places you don't want them to and do harm to your body This goes for intercourse, but also for hand/finger stuff, oral, use of toys, everything, all of it. Also make sure your/your partners toys get cleaned after every use, uncleaned toys cause lots of nasty infections too. Rinse them with water and use a soft soap. Best is a special toy cleaner but a mild handsoap or mild dish soap works too if there's no specific toy cleaner at hand. EDIT I'm not sure why you got downvoted. Maybe because you posted a questionmark without saying or asking anything. I gave you an upvote, but please ask about what you don't know. With 1 questionmark we can't know what you mean and there's no shame in asking outright

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    #42

    Everything in moderation, even moderation.

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    Chich
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And no excess except wretched excess :)

    Jaclyn Levy
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really love this one. I grew up as a pretty straight-laced kid and I remember my mom saying this once and I remember this feeling of relief. It's ok to enjoy life, even a bit too much from time to time. ♥️

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    #43

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits When tiling a bathroom floor, always ensure to double coat the waterproofing to prevent future leaks.

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    Mary Rose Kent
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And always install a clawfoot tub when there’s room enough! I’m absolutely serious.

    J.L. Martin
    Community Member
    4 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OK, I'll bite. Why a clawfoot tub? (I live in the USA and we have a shower stall only, no bathtub.)

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    #44

    Sometimes, if there isn't a good reason not to do it, just say yes, you might experience something amazing. That is unless your gut tells you to say no. If in doubt, listen to your gut feeling.

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    Joran Quinten
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's how I ended up on a photography assignment three countries away on a canal boat for a three day shoot!

    Otter
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the benefits of being female is that it's considered okay to say "no" to stupid or dangerous things done in the name of fun.

    John Baker
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I don't want to" is a good enough reason to not do anything.

    #45

    Nearly 77k People Found This Thread Of Random Advice Useful And These Are 30 Of The Best Bits Increase your property damage on your auto insurance to $300,000. It usually only cost $3 more every 6 months and will keep you from paying out of pocket if you hit a Tesla.

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    Robert T
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this is largely irrelevant outside of the US. We don't get a choice on the limits for payouts in the UK, other than choosing a different provider. And the way Tesla owners round here drive, it is much more likely that they will be the ones hitting you!

    BusLady
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My sister learned a valuable lesson recently. She was involved in a car wreck, and it took almost a month for the repairs. They had dropped the rental car inclusion to save money, and they were without a car all that time.

    Mary Rose Kent
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or, as I did just yesterday, a deer that jumps out of the bushes and gives you five seconds to stop...even if you aren’t going highway speed, as I was!

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    #46

    Eat more salad

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    Paul C.
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and remember knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit and common sense is not putting it in a fruit salad.

    Ellie
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And philosophy is wondering if ketchup is a smoothie

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    indiecognition
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially this one https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snickers_salad

    Legen ( wait for it ) dary
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mama says:"salads, soups and stew (last one not sure, maybe sandwich) fits everything you have on the fridge. Just use imagination and good sense.

    DC
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And ... try out different ones. A nicely done cucmber salad, even only with dry bread, is delicious af. Don't use dried dill - fresh of frozen. The dried one has only like half the taste in it (half the flavours it usually bears aren't there at all), and the remaining is diminished, too. It is for use when you have guests who you don't want to return.

    Ruby
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And look up tips and recipes for it to make salad more interesting! It doesn't have to be a standard lettuce, cucumber, tomato salad. There's tons of things you can add!

    #47

    Never trust a fart.

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    Blarrg
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, but if I never trusted a fart, I think I would explode from built-up pressure. I figure I'm pushing half a million farts and only two sharts that I can recall. Worth the risk in my book...

    Theoretical Empiricist
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On one interview show, the guest would always be asked "What is your least favorite sound or noise?" My answer would be "Farts that gurgle."

    #48

    Sharing is caring unless it’s a needle

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    lara
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or used TP or worn underwear or unwrapped plastic utensils or dirty glasses.

    Nicola Roberts
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or STD .. see "wrapping up your w***y"

    #49

    Dont be silly wrap your willie

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    Robert Bailey
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    here you go https://imgur.com/t/groundskeeper_willie/5T7ca5C

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    Paul C.
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What like a Christmas present? How do I then stop my wife laughing her self to death?

    DC
    Community Member
    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ... from the balls up to the nille...

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