Hey mamas — I keep failing at implementing changes in my life to be healthier. I know what I should do, but I just can’t stick with it. Weekly exercise, eating less sugar, taking meds daily, going to bed at a reasonable time, managing stress. What’s your advice?

Hi mom, my boyfriend had surgery a few weeks ago, and is having a hard time recovering- he's still in a lot of pain. I've been helping him out and giving him a lot of support, but I feel really sad. I feel like all I can think about is him, and I'm having a hard time thinking about myself and taking care of myself. I feel like its going to be like this forever (even though I know that isn't true). I just want someone to take care of me for a minute. I'd love some kind words and encouragement <3

Hey Mom's, I would like to try cabbage rolls (pig in a blanket) again. The first attempt did not go well. I thought I could do it from memory of my Aunt doing it, but somewhere I missed a step with the cabbage, and Aunt has passed on.

Someone suggested she may have blanched it before assembly. I don't know how to do this. How long do you let it boil? Do you boil the whole head in one piece or separate the leaves first? Do you assemble while still warm or wait for it to completely cool?

Thanks in advance for the advice!

Hi mom! It’s my birthday today. I’m 19 now! 😊 I didn’t get much so i decided to order a guitar for myself. I already have a classical guitar and now i’m gonna buy a steel-string acoustic. It is SOOOO gorgeous i wish i could show you but for some reason i can’t upload a pic 😅 Anyway, me and my friends are gonna meet up tomorrow and they’ll celebrate me. I’m so excited!

I'm about to finish my degree except for one last assignment. It's a poster presentation for which I have already analyzed some data to put in there. I still need to add some more data and write the poster, so I would say I am about 40% done?

The thing is, I overworked myself trying to do well in my course and get good grades earlier in my degree, and now I have no energy to complete this last thing. My brain is shutting down before the task is done! How do I push through this last task and finally finish everything?

I really liked it at first but I can't stop crying tonight . My bangs are really long and keep going in my face, so I have to wear a headband/hair clips, which make me feel really girly (that's a bad feeling for me).

I feel really stupid, I can't believe I didn't consider this outcome. The headband had a cute bow on top i tried cutting off, but ended up destroying the whole thing. It'll take my hair a whole to grow back.. I'm considering getting an athletic headband, but I don't know if that's much better..

Hey moms! First off, thank you so much for your time and love. I would love a bit of unconditional love. I’m a young trans man who has recently come out and in a short amount of time, is doing all the work I see necessary for myself: social transition, name change and starting HRT very soon. I also finished my degree just before coming out this year. All the while, I’ve realized I’ve had no one to tell me just how proud they are of me doing all of this alone. My family is supportive for the most part, and all my friends have been. I don’t have a partner. The thing is, they’re all so far removed from understanding what it means to be trans that they (respectfully) ask me endless questions and inquire on my progress, but no one stops to tell me I’m doing well. I feel like I always have to plea my case and it’s exhausting. I also find it hard to process that all of this is real, because no one really validates me. I did not expect to feel so lonely doing what is right for me. Can someone please help me feel proud of myself and see me for me for a minute?

Edit: thank you so much, moms!! I’m speechless about your kindness to a stranger. I will treasure this, it means a lot to me, really thank you!

Hi moms :) I am struggling a lot with dry scalp, it’s often itchy and scabs a lot which I sort of compulsively pick at. I’m guessing the fact that I dye my hair a lot could be a cause? I mostly just touch up my roots but I did try completely new colors this year (which required bleach) before returning to my usual and I think it made things worse. Maybe also my shampoo but I dunno. I’m happy to share which ones I use if that helps though!

I’m a broke student so I can’t really splurge on fancy shampoos or other products but maybe I still have some options, what do you think?

Thanks in advance <3

(Bonus would be if there’s a low maintenance solution because I am really bad at sticking to a routine that requires effort.)

After years of failing school & university I was diagnosed with dyslexia in 2022. It was so confusing!

In 2023, I managed to get a full scholarship to do my masters soley based on my work experience (as I dropped out of my BA because of dyslexia after trying for 8 years). And I graduated with my Masters of Arts in October!!!

I finally have a degree! I did it!

If you subscribe to a product regularly on Amazon, can you then change the address the subscription is sent to? I move around a lot

I'm in my late 30s, and I prefer having my own apartment. But a series of expensive life events, plus my landlords turning suddenly kind of unreasonable, has me debating going back to my mom's place temporarily. She's has room, she's not opposed (even seems to understand why I'm leaning that way), it would be financially beneficial for both of us (I'd pay rent, but less than I do now, so I could dig myself out of this hole before it becomes a full-on pit), it's significantly more convenient for classes I hope to take when I'm more stable, there's some smaller benefits as well... it just also feels like giving up, returning to a situation I never wanted to go back to. Please just tell me I'm not a failure, I was already a late bloomer, so to speak, and was so hoping I could just stay bloomed :'-(

Hi, Mom!

I got a really great job! But it is client-facing & I'm expected to wear makeup. I have never been a makeup wearer, so I don't wear a lot - just foundation, mascara & blush. But when I wear my winter coat, I get foundation on the collar around my face. Is there a way to prevent this or easily remove it? I spend a lot of time in hotels, so I can't just toss it in the washer all the time, and I'm afraid that would damage my coat over time.

I know this may seem silly, but I lost my parents early & have never been a "girly" girl. But I love this job & want to make sure I look professional.

Thank you!

Recently my grandma told me people just tolerate me because I tend to overexplain and repeating myself, and everybody get tired of me. I sometimes do, but mostly with family since unfortunately they're not very open to communication... it was kind of a bummer for a bit but I think what I say is valid! I think my friends love me for myself. Yes I'm going to better myself but I have fhe right to speak my mind (ofc always respecting others!) !!

Although it’s only for 3 days, I really don’t want to go, but if I won’t, then I can’t graduate. I’m uncomfortable sleeping with my classmates. I do have friends but they’re the opposite gender. I really hate this what should I do? This might even affect me for college…

I've been working at this health and social care job for coming up to 4 weeks and I'm struggling. I had a particularly difficult day today due to a big mistake I made, that will continue for the next few days until there's a resolution. So I'm worried sick about going in tomorrow and the following days.

Could I have some words of affirmation and encouragement that I can read/say to myself in the morning and when I'm struggling at work please?

I'd like to care less about the job, as in worry less about what people think of me, and learning to let problems roll off my shoulders.

Maybe share some stories of how you fucked up at work but you managed to overcome it?

Thank you in advance 🥺

Every time I wash my clothes/socks they decrease in quality, always pilling, I’m not sure what I’m doing wrong and don’t know who else to ask 🙁

TIA ❤️

My (F 22) physical health has always been important to me as I’ve gotten older because my family always pushed off things when I was younger.

The dentist has always sucked for me, I don’t have bad teeth or anything but my experiences have been pretty bad.

The things that have gone wrong at the dentist mostly include the dismissal of my physical illnesses I have had and currently have that had an influence in me getting cavities, this includes CVS (Cyclic vomiting syndrome) and autoimmune disorders (they were given medical papers as well). I attend therapy so I was given a medication to help me have less anxiety during appointments.

I was told I had 7 cavities at my old dentist, I actually couldn’t believe this and refused to have them filled out of fear the dentist would be even more rough than usual. After consistent disrespect and them not listening to indicators of pain during their care and me crying the entire visits, I moved to my girlfriend’s dentist.

I had one visit less than a month ago and immediately loved the office. The staff was kind and supportive and understood what I was explaining. They even reassured me that they could tell I took care of my teeth.

Today, I finally had 2/4 cavities I have filled! Not 7! 4! I felt validated and comfortable even though the procedure isn’t fun by any means. I had to be numbed and they explained what I would feel and what was going on. Not an ounce of shame or disrespect was said or expressed.

I feel so proud of myself because usually i’m too terrified to speak up for myself but in the last 2 years i’ve been advocating hard for my health.

Mom, I got my cavities filled with no anxiety medication or anything. I made it through without crying or panicking. I get the rest filled in 2 weeks.

I have a wedding to go to in the summer that I will have to wear a pale yellow dress to. The only issue is that my skin tone doesn't work with pastel colors, especially yellows and pinks. They completely wash me out and make me look like a corpse by bringing out the greenish undertones in my skin in a way that isn't flattering. I have a very fair skin tone with a bit of a green cast that doesn't tan, even if I spend hours out in the sun almost daily so tanning naturally isn't really an option. Plus, I have tattoos so I try to avoid UV exposure as much as I can to make them last.

The bride wants me to wear this color (and I will because it's her wedding, after all), so how can I make the best of this without actually having to get a natural tan or use a tanning booth?

EDIT: Thank you all so much moms and sisters for the suggestions and reassurance! I haven't been responding to comments but I have read every one and I really appreciate the insight. I'm glad that I at least have plenty of time to try things out (especially since as one commenter mentioned, it's pants season so I can use my legs to test) and make the most of it.

Mom, I feel a bit lost in life. I graduated Uni last year and I'm almost done with the one year post graduate programme. I've been thinking about what to do with life starting next year (get a masters, start a business, get a job?) and I'm just overwhelmed. I feel like the people around me have it figured out or at least have people to help them figure it out

I've moved across the world a year ago to study in a really good university, but I've been struggling to feel like I am actually enough to belong here. Studying abroad has been a long term dream of mine, but now that I'm here, I fear I wasn't fully prepared for this. Thinking about the future causes me a lot of anxiety too. I'm unsure if I have the necessary skills or if I'll be able to get a job after my studies. I feel guilty knowing that I'm so privileged to have a loving family supporting me through my studies, but I worry I'm not making it worthwhile. I also made "sacrifices" in my personal life to be here, it was hard to make the decision of being so far away from my family, pet, friends, as well as leaving my previous job and a relationship behind. I'm afraid that it won't be worth it, that I made the wrong choice, and that I am not good at what I want to do.

Somehow, I've managed to cope with these feelings and remain functional, but the past few months have been really tough. I have a heavy workload with 2 big course projects and an on going thesis, work is pilling up, and I feel so burnt out and creatively blocked. Though I can't afford to quit and part of me feels like I need to prove myself to my professors. I've been struggling to keep in touch with my friends too. While their company would be good for me, I don't feel like the bubbly and caring friend they know me to be, and I don't want to weight them down with my struggles. I also don't want to vent and worry my parents, they do so much for me already and they don't deserve that.

I feel like a shell of myself right now, and I think about giving up everyday. But I still show up and do the things I need to, I think that's a sign that deep down I don't want to give up, right? I just want to be able to be comfortable with myself and who I am becoming, and enjoy where I am in life now. I know there must be more to life than this, but right now everything is so heavy. I just want a little sign that says that everything will be okay.

I can’t believe I’m here. Day 3 feels like a month ago. One day at a time is way too big for me, I’m fighting between getting through the second and minutes, but I’m doing it! It’s crazy how much time you have in a day when you’re sober.

Thank you so much for all the kindness, love, and support you showed me last week. Thank you for being there for me in some of my darkest moments. I’ve already grown closer with my kids and partner in this time. I’m actually present and I can stay awake and functional. I’ve got a lot of repairs and rebuilding but I’m going to do the work and keep with my sobriety.

NA/AA isn’t really my thing but it’s nothing to do with me not wanting it or being committed as other sober people seem to think, so I’m still struggling to build the sober community around me but I’ll figure it out.

Just, thank you for believing in me Mom. ❤️‍🩹

Hey Mom! I cut my hair a couple nights ago and it was super uneven. Then I went out with my dad and sisters and my little sister said she'd cut it for me. She looked in her backpack for scissors - we would have done it in the restaurant bathroom if she'd have found them!! Then I went to my dad's house for dinner the next night and she cut my hair. I was super nervous, I was laughing the whole time she did it. She did such a good job though - I have never been so happy with a haircut in my life. I went to church the next day and my friend asked me where I'd gotten my hair cut. I was so excited to tell her my sister did it! It sounded vain but I could not stop gushing about how much I loved my hair and how proud I was of her for doing such a good job.

Going through a hard time and feeling kind of alone, so basically just looking for some support and warm, kind words.

Thank you to anyone reading and responding ❤️

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Made this for game night snacks. I'm proud of it. Just Ritz crackers and block cheese on a pizza pan lol

hi! im 16 and have to go to a formal (evening) event but dont even know when to start. i want something that actually looks good on me, whilst also fitting the dress code and making me minimally self conscious

im 5'9, pretty flat (im talking A cups), and pretty skinny. i have not seen any models with similar bodies to me so i cant really base what i buy off of that, and even then i dont know what body type i am or how to figure that out at all. even then i have short hair (what would be considered a long haircut on a boy if that makes sense) so i dont know if that matters when i pick a dress out

on top of that we cannot have a dress that is higher than right above your knees, and shoulders have to be covered (i could get a jacket or something but i dont know what kind of jacket would be formal either)

from what i can tell, it matters if its day or night and stuff but i really dont know where to start, what to search or anything like that. any help is appreciated and sorry if i repeated myself a little bit

Hi Mom,

I need to wash my electric blankets but I don’t want to ruin the wiring. I’ve removed the control and cord/plug so it’s just the blankets.

How can I wash them in washing machine and make sure they still work after and can they go in the dryer?

Thanks, Mom!

Lately, things have been tough. As a college wrestler, I’ve been losing all my matches and feeling like I’m falling short and failing. On top of that, school has been overwhelming, and I’m behind on my work. Sometimes it feels like, as a 19 year old, I’m not where I “should” be. I’ve never been in a relationship or on a real date, I don’t have my license yet, and I feel like I’m playing catch up in life. But I just wanted you to know that I’m trying my best to get back on track, and your support means a lot to me. Thank you for being there for me.

And Ive only told a few people so far, one was happy for me and the other said "yay now the hard part of keeping it" and they're right - I really seem to mess up all my jobs and lose them. I really don't want that to happen this time, I feel scared as hell.