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TimeTravelMishap t1_je3ygzj wrote

Seriously. A lot of stupid people out there make it seem like this is so hard. Wheel make go left and right. Peddles make go and stop. Do these 4 things together and bam you are driving. Only other real tip is when you do get out on the road....since we are discussing stupid people...always keep your eye out. Always drive under the assumption everyone around you is a complete fucking moron who could possibly do the stupidest thing you have ever seen in your life at any second.

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My_first_bullpup t1_je3y7v2 wrote

If you’re speaking of time… it can only be linear… so this technically isn’t correct.

Time only moves forward, so whenever the grieving process begins or ends is still linear as it can only move forward with time

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TimeTravelMishap t1_je3y6tt wrote

If you are learning in a automatic and ARE in a big empty parking lot...just stay calm man. You can't really fuck it up unless you just slam down the gas and refuse to let up. Just take your time and get the hang of it. Despite how hard some people seem to make it driving a car is way easier then you would think.

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travelcasket t1_je3xgxp wrote

I learned how to drive when I was 16 (driving is legal here at the age of 17). The basics I got in an hour (stick shift), practice makes you better. I think after maybe 3 or 4 lessons I would have been able to drive someone to a hospital. Can only speak for myself, though. If you learn to drive a car with automatic transmission, it would be much faster.

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keepthetips t1_je3x1rv wrote

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fh3131 t1_je3wywr wrote

Once you learn to drive, the car won't matter too much as long as both are normal cars without any special operating requirements. I'd recommend learning on an automatic transmission because it's much easier. Learn manual transmission later (or not).

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keepthetips t1_je3w05i wrote

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FelixVulgaris t1_je3uy6h wrote

Try practicing in low-stakes situation. Make an effort to make small talk with the cashier at the store. Maybe have a short chat with the person in line behind you if they seem open to it (use your introvert radar, we are usually pretty good at reading non verbal cues from someone that wants to be left alone). Make sure to pick neutral, inoffensive topics (Weather, yes. Politics, no) and aim for short interactions.

The idea here is to get in some practice in an environment where there is minimal chance for negative consequences. If the interaction ends up being awkward, its easy to stop. Worst case scenario a stranger thinks you're a bit weird and then goes about their day, never having to see you again.

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DarkInkPixie t1_je3utcv wrote

It's been 10 years since we lost my sister and 3 since I lost my boyfriend. My mom still goes through episodes where she lapses into grief. On those days, I'm soft with her and let her talk, and I don't correct her if she calls me by my siblings name. I have PTSD from how I lost my boyfriend, and certain things will trigger it. I'll never ride a motorcycle again, can't even watch videos of accidents happening with riders involved, and have panic attacks when close calls happen to me while driving. My fiance is gentle with me on my bad days. He knows in theory how bad it was to go through, and supports me incredibly well.

When you have a loved one who has been hurt by loss, or if you are the one hurt by it, gentleness is the balm to grief.

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ApprehensiveTailor98 t1_je3upo9 wrote

Eat more slowly, Have balanced meals, Calorie counting, and just be mindful when you get groceries, as in be aware of the things you're likely to over eat with and maybe swap for healthier options. Not sure if you're doing this but exercise can also be a good idea, so even if you can't stop over eating at least you are burning some of those calories off. If youre anything like me and tend to binge at night, something that can help is eating larger meals in the morning and lunch time maybe some snacks as well so that youre not as hungry when its late. Ive heard its good to have high protein at breakfast.

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Wild-Caterpillar76 t1_je3uodd wrote

I understand your view on your side note but how you worded your response does not indicate that. You’re stating that it’s “most likely” anxiety and not something else. Obviously, I could be anything but but stating most likely, you’re indicating it is that. That is horrible advice. It doesn’t matter if it happened to me or someone I care about. I care about people struggling with their health who are dismissed by shit doctors and people who believe nonsense rhetoric such as it’s anxiety.

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