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[–] SourDragon@lemmy.world 5 points 1 day ago* (last edited 1 day ago)

Kipper!! Now that's some nostalgia I thought I'd never experience

To answer your question: I donated plasma yesterday and was finally able to afford my antidepressants that the pharmacy was holding hostage

[–] NickwithaC@lemmy.world 9 points 1 day ago

Got employed!

The job sucks but they say it's easier to get a job when you have a job so here's hoping.

[–] Elkenders@feddit.uk 7 points 1 day ago

Cutting alcohol way down.

[–] edgyspazkid@lemmy.wtf 5 points 1 day ago

Cutting porn and drawing.

[–] blurry@feddit.org 8 points 1 day ago

Actually I try to focus in the evening on what I have done the day instead of what I wanted to do. And it works...

[–] pebbles@sh.itjust.works 3 points 1 day ago

I'm considering a career change, so I've talked to some folks about what it is like to be a teacher and I've looked into the transition programs.

I am more aware of how I feel and now try to adjust my plans accordingly.