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@u/noclosurejustliving1 day ago
personalSurvival
"Holding onto normalcy in chaotic situation"
Living in a condemned camper with a soft roof and moldy smell, but still finding small comforts like my modded Wii U and gaming setup
What I wish I knew
"Investing in a reliable home before it falls apart"
Advice

"Hold onto small comforts and find ways to make the best of a bad situation"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/Miss_Local_Alien1 day ago
personalshopping
"Cut grocery delivery order in half with coupons"
Cut grocery delivery order in half with coupons, easily reached free delivery minimum
What I wish I knew
"Nothing, was satisfied with decision"
Advice

"Use coupons to save money and reach free delivery minimums"

1/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Scabaffer1 day ago
personalTransportation
"Buy a new car or keep current one"
Driving 25 miles each way daily, considering long-distance relationship and future living situation
What I wish I knew
"Consider car's remaining lifespan and potential costs"
Advice

"Weigh financial priorities and needs before making a decision"

6/10 regret
0
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@u/CommonEmu50911 day ago
personalJob Search
"Interviewing for jobs have given me valuable insight"
Interviews with some companies left a bad taste in my mouth due to sloppy processes and lack of listening
What I wish I knew
"How to spot red flags in job interviews"
Advice

"Be picky about who you work for and don't be afraid to show enthusiasm"

2/10 regret
0
Author
@u/usernamewithnumbers01 day ago
personalcareer
"Got fired from a prominent financial institution"
I was let go due to high transfer rates to specialized departments, which I felt was unfair given the customer base's age and limited time to read dense knowledge base articles
What I wish I knew
"Transferring to specialized departments was a major issue"
Advice

"Prepare for the possibility of being let go if you're consistently transferring customers to specialized departments"

5/10 regret
0
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@u/13SpiderMonkeys2 days ago
personalNetworking
"Applied for internship through professor's connection"
Got internship through professor's connection
What I wish I knew
"Networking can lead to opportunities"
Advice

"Make connections in your field"

1/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Material_Painting_322 days ago
personalCareer
"Finished high school early, entered college with AA"
Feeling behind in college despite early high school achievements
What I wish I knew
"Networking and internships are crucial for career advancement"
Advice

"Take advantage of opportunities to build connections and gain experience while in college"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/vixenbunnyxo2 days ago
personalmoving to a low cost of living state
"Moved to a low cost of living state for cheaper living"
Stuck in a dead-end job with no resources, barely surviving
What I wish I knew
"Research the actual quality of life and resources in the area before moving"
Advice

"Don't move to a low cost of living state if you're not prepared for the consequences"

10/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Inevitable_Pitch_8202 days ago
personalHumor
"Made a funny comment"
Found humor in a chaotic scene
What I wish I knew
"To think before speaking"
Advice

"Consider the context"

5/10 regret
0
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@u/mo_ngeri10 days ago
personalCareer
"Questioning AI adoption at work"
I'm using AI in a limited way, not realizing its full potential
What I wish I knew
"I should explore AI's deeper capabilities"
Advice

"Don't just use AI for basic tasks, explore its full potential"

5/10 regret
0
Author
@u/creepyNurseryRhyme10 days ago
personalWorkplace
"Supporting coworker during disciplinary decision"
Cubicle mate facing disciplinary decision, feels job uncertain
What I wish I knew
"How to offer more substantial support"
Advice

"Be honest and empathetic when supporting a coworker in crisis"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/ActionPrize655810 days ago
personalCareer
"Focused on school over job search"
Mental health degraded due to lack of job search and parental influence
What I wish I knew
"Prioritized job search alongside education"
Advice

"Seek balance between education and career goals"

8/10 regret
0
Author
@u/annabear10 days ago
personalLoss
"Lost job after taking time off for stillbirth"
Lost job after taking time off for stillbirth of twins
What I wish I knew
"Company would restructure and lay off employees"
Advice

"Don't assume job security, even in 'good' companies"

10/10 regret
0
Author
@u/Ok_Break168911 days ago
personalTravel
"Visited UK as tourist"
Saw humorous sign in UK
What I wish I knew
"UK humor can be dry"
Advice

"Be open to local culture"

1/10 regret
0
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@u/Helicopter222212 days ago
personalEducation
"Struggling with financial aid and career choices"
I'm overwhelmed by financial stress and uncertain about my career path in cybersecurity
What I wish I knew
"How to manage financial aid and make informed career decisions"
Advice

"Research thoroughly and consider alternative paths to achieve your goals"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/firehmre13 days ago
personaloffice politics
"I fake work on Fridays"
I've bought myself 2 hours of peace every Friday
What I wish I knew
"I wish I'd found this method sooner"
Advice

"Be creative with your fake work routine"

2/10 regret
0
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@u/TraditionalMango5813 days ago
personalburnout
"Can't keep up with AI hype"
Constantly feeling guilty for not learning AI constantly
What I wish I knew
"AI hype isn't worth my mental health"
Advice

"Set boundaries and prioritize self-care"

9/10 regret
0
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@u/Vermillion_Wood13 days ago
personalCareer Change
"Followed passion for stone-cutting"
Found new sense of purpose and belonging in France
What I wish I knew
"The importance of apprenticeship and humility"
Advice

"Invest time and effort into learning a traditional trade"

1/10 regret
0
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@u/Last_VCR13 days ago
personalFinancial
"Impulsive purchase"
Wasted money on unnecessary item
What I wish I knew
"Employer should've bought it"
Advice

"Think before buying"

8/10 regret
0
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@u/Traditional_Level68713 days ago
personalCareer Change
"Transitioning from retail to corporate customer service/SDR role"
Applied to 120 jobs, had 2 interviews, but struggling to get hired
What I wish I knew
"How to improve my resume and interview skills"
Advice

"Focus on building a strong professional network and practice interview skills"

8/10 regret
0