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Andrea Phillips

Feeling dismissed by my mom – Am I to blame?​

I’ve been feeling really disconnected from my mom lately. Whenever I try to talk to her, she often responds with an annoyed sigh or sounds frustrated, then gets distracted by her computer. It makes me feel like I’m the teenager and she’s the parent who doesn’t want to listen. Sometimes, she gets angry out of nowhere during our conversations, claiming I’m always trying to argue with her for no reason. But I don’t see it that way at all. She says she loves me, but I’ve never really felt that connection. Am I doing something wrong? How can I improve our relationship when it feels like she’s always shutting me out? ​​ #MotherDaughterRelationship #CommunicationStruggles #FamilyDynamics #EmotionalConnection #SeekingAdvice #RomanticRelationships

Feeling dismissed by my mom – Am I to blame?​
Jason House

Is my dad's behavior mormal?​

I’m 19, from a South Asian family, and in my final year of high school. Lately, my dad’s behavior has me worried. He’s overly obsessed with knowing who I meet and how I dress. If I dress up a bit, he gets furious, even though no one else in my family minds. He’s emotionally dependent on me, often standing by my bed while I sleep and leaving quickly if I move. He’s furious at the thought of me having a boyfriend, even slapping me once. He controls my life—shopping, activities, and even calls me to come home immediately after two hours at the library. He joins us when I’m with friends, causing friendships to break apart. Am I overreacting, or does he have issues? Please help! #FamilyConcerns #ParentalBehavior #SeekingAdvice #EmotionalDependency

Is my dad's behavior mormal?​
StormySphinx

Inherited Millions Young, But Work Still Drains Me! 😩💸

Ever since I inherited $10 million from my late aunt at 28, everyone assumed my life would be pure leisure. But here I am, still stuck in a high-pressure consulting job in New York, surrounded by colleagues who live for their work. I always dreamed of just relaxing, spending my days in pajamas, reading, gardening, and traveling. But every time I mention quitting, people say I’ll get bored or lose my sense of purpose. Honestly, the office politics, endless meetings, and constant pressure to prove myself are exhausting. I’m not passionate about my job, and I dread Mondays. But I worry about what people will think if I walk away, and I can’t seem to break free from the expectation to keep working. Has anyone else been in this situation? How did you handle the guilt and pressure? I’d love some advice from those who truly chose leisure over labor. 😔🏡 #CareerDilemma #WorkLifeBalance #SeekingAdvice #JobCareer

Inherited Millions Young, But Work Still Drains Me! 😩💸
Thomas Clark

My apartment tour had a gross surprise -- a plant grew right through the floor

I was apartment touring today. In the main bedroom, right out of the floor, there was a living plant growing. It looked like it was coming from under the baseboard. The leasing office lady said it wasn't there just a few days ago, and they even said the carpets are new. My first thought was major moisture problems. But then I figured out what it was. It's a "Tree of Heaven" shoot. Those things are super invasive and evil. They are incredibly hard to kill because their roots just spread everywhere, even through tiny cracks in foundations. You don't even need a lot of moisture for them to pop up. If you just cut them down, more shoots pop up everywhere. This is a huge red flag for an apartment. Has anyone else ever seen something like this when touring a place? I would love to hear your thoughts on what this means for the apartment. #ApartmentHunting #RentingHome #HomeMaintenance #SeekingAdvice #HelpNeeded

My apartment tour had a gross surprise -- a plant grew right through the floor
benjaminmeyer

To Those with a Spouse at Home, How are you all even doing this?😮‍💨

Over here, with my two kids (8 and 1) and my wife staying home, I feel like I'm constantly trying to figure out how to get a side hustle going and still be a really present husband and dad. It's a real balancing act. And don't get me wrong, no complaints! I honestly love having my wife home, and she's an awesome mom. Plus, sending both kids to daycare just to make ends meet doesn't make sense to me. So, for anyone in this boat, or if you've been there and came out the other side: What's actually working for you? How did you get through this phase? Any real-world tips or just shared stories would be super helpful. #ParentingLife #DadLife #WorkLifeBalance #StayAtHomeMom #SideHustleStruggles #FamilyFirst #RealTalk #LifeWithKids #SeekingAdvice

To Those with a Spouse at Home, How are you all even doing this?😮‍💨
Stacey Hart

Seeking Advice: My Daughter Wants to Quit Competitive Swim

My 11-year-old daughter used to absolutely love competitive swimming. She'd practically beg to go to practice and was genuinely upset if we couldn't make it. In fact, right before summer, she even hit her first A time, which was a huge achievement for her Then summer hit. Our pool announced they'd be resurfacing, so practices moved to 6 AM at an alternate location (she usually practices at night). Between camps and travel, we ended up missing about a month of practice. Now, she's saying she wants to quit because she "doesn't like it anymore." My gut feeling is that this might be "summer laziness" talking – you know how breaks can sometimes make getting back into a routine tough. On the other hand, I really don't want to force her into something she genuinely doesn't enjoy. But she's pretty good, and I'd hate for her to throw it all away, especially after hitting that milestone. Has anyone else who swims or has kids in sports gone through a similar phase after a break? Need advice 🙏 #YouthSports #CompetitiveSwimming #ParentingDilemmas #Sports #Burnout #SeekingAdvice #Swimming

Seeking Advice: My Daughter Wants to Quit Competitive Swim
Kimberly Parker

"Taking care of your body" What does that even mean?

You know how older folks always say, 'Take care of your body when you're young'? Well, I'm over 40, female, and do almost zero exercise, and I'm already feeling my back get stiff. My posture is pretty bad too. I really don't want to be burdened with more back pain or other issues than I have to as I get older. The problem is, everyone has such different ideas about what 'taking care of your body' actually means. It's confusing trying to figure out what exactly to do. Ideally, I'd love to fix my posture and make my body feel good and healthy. But I'm hoping it's possible without committing to a daily hour-plus gym regimen. So, I'm genuinely hoping to hear everyone's take on this. Please share what 'taking care of your body' looks like for you, especially if you're not a gym rat. #BodyCare #HealthTips #Health #WellnessJourney #BackPain #SeekingAdvice #HelpNeeded

"Taking care of your body" What does that even mean?
LunarLagoon

My Dad's Retirement Blues: Is This Normal or a Warning Sign? 😟

Ever since my dad retired, things at home have felt off. He spends every day lying on his bed, endlessly scrolling through his phone, barely speaking to anyone. No hobbies, no friends, no exercise—just the same routine on repeat. My mom nags him about it constantly, but nothing changes. I try to get him out of the house, but he never seems interested. Even when we do something together, he looks bored and just wants to go home. It's like he's lost all his spark, and honestly, it worries me. Is this just what retirement looks like, or is there something deeper going on? I'm really struggling to understand if this is normal or if I should be more concerned. Has anyone else dealt with this? I could really use some advice. 😔 #RetirementStruggles #FamilyWorries #SeekingAdvice

My Dad's Retirement Blues: Is This Normal or a Warning Sign? 😟
RhapsodyRipple

Retiring After 23 Years: Feeling Invisible and Lost! 😢

After 23 years at the same company, I finally announced my retirement, set for June 29th. I thought this would be a time of celebration, but instead, I feel like I’ve become invisible overnight. The long gap between my announcement and my last day has made me feel like a ghost in the office. Colleagues who used to rely on me now barely speak to me, and I’m left wondering if I made a mistake by giving such a long notice. I’m struggling with feelings of isolation and uncertainty about what comes next. Have any of you gone through this? What do you wish you’d known before retiring? I’d really appreciate your advice as I navigate these confusing emotions. 🙏 #RetirementStruggles #WorkplaceTransition #SeekingAdvice #JobCareer #Career

Retiring After 23 Years: Feeling Invisible and Lost! 😢