povertychildhood
#RI-69ba7242·4 months ago·
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“bought first box of Kleenex tissues at 26”
What Actually Happened
grew up using toilet paper due to poverty, now buys Kleenex in bulk
What I wish I knew
"affordability of basic necessities varies greatly"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"appreciate what you have and don't take it for granted"
Regret Index
2/10
Positive or neutral outcome.
Would make the same decision again.
Would make the same decision again.
Advice for Someone Facing This
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poverty Category
9
poverty decisions logged. Avg regret 7.9/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
22%
of poverty decisions land in the settled band the same as this one.
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