#life-choices

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Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

I quit my job as an attorney to follow my true passions. I now want my teens to chase their dreams - not the highest-paying career.

Follow your dreams rather than succumbing to societal pressures for stable professions.
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

I Spent Years Ashamed Of Waitressing. Now, I Realize It Made Me A Better Mom.

Waitressing ultimately provided stability and benefit to a single mother's life, despite initial resentment.
#solo-travel
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Retirement

I chose to live abroad and travel the world over becoming a mother. As I approach 50, I'm wondering if I made the right decision.

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Retirement

I chose to live abroad and travel the world over becoming a mother. As I approach 50, I'm wondering if I made the right decision.

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Former GAA star Diarmuid Lyng on finding his wild side: 'There are times of uncertainty and chaos - you don't believe the world will hold you in any step off the conventional path'

Diarmuid Lyng left his successful hurling career for a peaceful rural life with his family.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

I moved away from my parents in my 20s. Now, they're getting older and I have 2 kids, and I feel guilty we don't live closer.

The transition from the Gold Coast to Melbourne illustrated a desire for more culture and substance in life, moving to Bright brought new challenges regarding family proximity.
Relationships
#decision-making
fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago
Mental health

5 Tips for Overthinkers Making Major Life Decisions

Overthinkers can leverage their cognitive effort by recognizing multi-option dilemmas and distinguishing productive from unproductive thinking.
#travel
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago
Travel

I gave up my life abroad to follow my partner to the Midwest. It cost me far more than I expected.

Choosing to follow a partner can lead to feelings of restlessness and a loss of one's own path.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

My wife and I quit our jobs to travel the world together. We prioritize adventure, and had our kids before marrying.

The couple prioritized adventure over traditional milestones like marriage.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

My wife and I quit our jobs to travel the world together. We prioritize adventure, and had our kids before marrying.

The couple prioritized adventure over traditional milestones like marriage.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

I wanted to be a young mom. I had my kids at 37 and 40, and I'm glad I waited.

Parenting at an older age brings unique benefits and insights that differ from the experiences of young parents.
#independence
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago
Digital life

'I may not have a joint bank account, but all my money is my own' - the financial perks of being single

fromIndependent
4 weeks ago
Digital life

'I may not have a joint bank account, but all my money is my own' - the financial perks of being single

#regret
fromSlate Magazine
8 months ago
Miscellaneous

I Got Into a Near Fatal Accident When I Was a Child. I Can't Stop Thinking About What My Parents Should've Done.

fromSlate Magazine
8 months ago
Miscellaneous

I Got Into a Near Fatal Accident When I Was a Child. I Can't Stop Thinking About What My Parents Should've Done.

#parenting
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Even though my parents would have been amazing grandparents, it wasn't the right reason to have kids

The author ultimately chose to remain child-free after weighing personal desires and familial expectations.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

We sold our home in the burbs to rent in the city; within a year we moved back

We wanted to remain in the same city because it was close to family, but our current routines felt draining.
Renovation
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Column | Carolyn Hax: Friend's sudden death brings acute sense of last moments

The sudden loss of a close friend prompts deep reflection on family relationships and the urgency of valuing time with loved ones.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'Lots of winners actually feel a huge amount of sadness' - what advisers will be telling the 250m EuroMillions winner

Winning a lottery requires careful contemplation before making decisions.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Artificial Excitements: How We Surrender to Electronic Media

Modern people have unrealistic expectations about life and its contradictory nature.
Life requires making choices between competing desires rather than achieving everything they want.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

My petty gripe: you don't need to try before you buy a scoop of ice-cream have some courage

Ice-cream customers often demand samples out of fear, yet many life decisions require less indulgence in hesitation.
#personal-growth
fromTiny Buddha
4 months ago
Mindfulness

What You Need to Know If Decisions Stress You Out - Tiny Buddha

Life transitions from clear paths of choice to a landscape of uncertainty and self-direction.
Mindfulness
fromTiny Buddha
4 months ago

What You Need to Know If Decisions Stress You Out - Tiny Buddha

Life transitions from clear paths of choice to a landscape of uncertainty and self-direction.
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

I'm 88, still working, and live with my stepdaughter. I lost most of the half million I saved, but I still feel fulfilled.

Barbara Ann Patton reflects on her regrets regarding retirement decisions, highlighting the challenges faced by older Americans with minimal savings.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'Be stubborn with your ambition, but flexible about how you get there' - Irish celebrities on their Leaving Cert experience

Comedian Pat Shortt reflects that the pressure of the Leaving Cert exams shaped his early life decisions, emphasizing the importance of experiential learning over academic stress.
Higher education
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
2 months ago

Why Everyone in Their 30s Should Rethink Success Before It's Too Late | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

People in their 30s are realizing that burnout isn't a badge of honor. They're leaving high-paying jobs for careers with purpose, trading status for alignment.
Wellness
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

My 30-Year-Old Sibling Has Never Had a Full-Time Job. I'm Already Dreading What's Coming Down the Line.

You may be putting the cart before the horse here. Sure, there are signs that your sibling isn't doing a stellar job handling their finances, and you might even be right that there's a good chance they'll hit you up for money down the road.
Relationships
#relationships
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Parenting

My husband had kids when we met and didn't want to have more with me. It took time, but I'm happy with the family we have.

fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Relationships

"I Still Think Of Her Daily": Older Adults Are Sharing If They Still Have Feelings For "The One Who Got Away"

fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Parenting

My husband had kids when we met and didn't want to have more with me. It took time, but I'm happy with the family we have.

fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Relationships

"I Still Think Of Her Daily": Older Adults Are Sharing If They Still Have Feelings For "The One Who Got Away"

fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Dear Abby: My college-aged daughter snuck her boyfriend into the house

Lulu's choice to disregard home rules and allow a stranger into their house has seriously undermined trust between her and her parents, complicating their relationship.
Parenting
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

My mom had one rule for me: 'Don't fall in love and move away.' I now live 5 minutes from her and am full of regret.

Anxiety and familial obligations have held the author back from seeking independence and adventure.
#marriage
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Relationships

Single friends can feel ostracised when you get married - so don't forget them, says chef Clodagh McKenna as she celebrates turning 50

fromIndependent
4 months ago
Food & drink

'I bought my wedding dress for 20 on Depop' - meet the Irish couples walking down the aisle for less

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Relationships

Single friends can feel ostracised when you get married - so don't forget them, says chef Clodagh McKenna as she celebrates turning 50

fromIndependent
4 months ago
Food & drink

'I bought my wedding dress for 20 on Depop' - meet the Irish couples walking down the aisle for less

Mindfulness
fromBustle
2 months ago

TikTokers Are Getting The "Butterfly Effect" All Wrong

The butterfly effect highlights how small actions can lead to significant, unpredictable outcomes in life.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Love Groundhog Day and Russian Doll? These are the novels for you

Florence Knapp's novel 'The Names' explores three parallel lives shaped by a single choice of naming, demonstrating the impact of that decision.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

'I sold everything I owned, fearing I'd get the same fatal genetic disease - then came a miracle drug'

When Rosaline Callaghan hit her early 50s, she feared she was a ticking timebomb and it was only a matter of years before she would be struck with a rare and fatal genetic condition that blighted her family.
Cancer
fromDecider
3 months ago

'Dying for Sex' Episode 7 recap: The harder they come

Dust motes float in the golden light of dawn. Molly lies in a hospital bed in the arms of her neighbor, who after a long night of passion and deliberate denial has finally brought her to orgasm, her first time with another person.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Parable of Three Brothers

The middle brother, embodying balance, found joy in the journey itself rather than focusing solely on the endpoint, realizing fulfillment lies in the process.
Relationships
Food & drink
fromIndependent
4 months ago

If babies are ruining your friendships, the problem is probably you

Contrasting life choices between different friendship dynamics can prompt deep self-reflection on personal desires and societal expectations.
fromBuzzFeed
4 months ago

27 Extremely Smart Celebrities Who Earned Doctorate Degrees

Some celebrities hold advanced degrees like PhDs, MDs, and JDs, integrating education with their entertainment careers.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

En Vogue Singer Dawn Robinson Reveals She Has Been Living in Her Car for 3 Years: 'It Just Felt Like the Right Thing To Do'

You guys, for the past almost three years, I have been living in my car. I said it! ... what a crazy, fun, sometimes scary ride it's been lol!
Women
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

"The Midnight Library": Pondering the Roads Not Taken

Examining past choices can generate insights and a roadmap for change.
The novel 'The Midnight Library' offers compelling bibliotherapy.
The journey of self-discovery may lead to fulfillment in our own backyard.
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

I'm in my mid-30s and my savings have ballooned into the millions - how do I continue to find motivation and purpose?

You can focus on meaningful work instead of just money after achieving financial security.
Mental health
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Debt and Mental Health: How One Couple Found Help

John Glover overcame financial crisis and personal struggles, ultimately valuing resilience and persistence over drastic measures.
California
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

I moved from Chicago to San Diego for love. My friends were jealous, but I couldn't leave the California city fast enough.

Everyone's ideal living environment differs; what seems perfect to one may not suit another.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

Horoscopes Feb. 19, 2025: Benicio Del Toro, expand your interests and explore

Life is about choices, and the time is ripe to turn what soothes your soul into something that enriches your life.
Cancer
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago

I Retired Early at 44 but Now All My Friends Have Families and I Feel All Alone

Financial independence doesn't guarantee happiness; balance between work and life enjoyment is crucial.
fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago

FOMO Is Good for You

Chronic FOMO can motivate individuals to engage in social activities, not merely hinder them.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago

My wife and I have always known we don't want kids. We want to spend our time doing other things.

When I first met my now-wife in 2012, she told me she never wanted to be pregnant. We talked about adoption, not wanting to have a newborn and sleepless nights. I don't want to be a parent and would like to spend my time doing other things.
Writing
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