It's the start of the week again, take a deep breath in, hold it and exhaleWere you thinking of giving up today? No you weren't. You made it through last week, you'll make it through this one as wellWhat are your goals for this week? What do you plan to achieve? List it all down.Take a deep breath, hold it and exhale, move at your own paceWe're ALL gonna make itMerry Christmas everyone, the motivation thread is openLast week’s thread >>76880454
>failed my driving test three times in a row>run out of money so stop driving for a year>family gave me money to do an intensive course>first few lessons went really well and I'm 100x more confident and mentally prepared for it>test is on the 23rdI will pass this test bros and I will drive straight to my GFs and kick her door in and give her a big kiss
>>76925425yes anon, it is time to drive (2011)I'm gonna get my license early next year when I save up a bit of cashWAGD
>>76925403I WILL enjoy the NEET lifeI WILL gamble in the stock market starting JanuaryI WILL NEVER contribute to the modern Western world and laugh as it collapses.I WILL NEVER go through another 5 round interview ever again in my entire life.I WILL NEVER be the one responsible for fixing BoomerX fuckups ever again.I WILL stay sober.I WILL continue to get in shape.I WILL continue to read.I WILL enjoy video games.I WILL enjoy my autistic hobbies.And most importantly:I AM going to kill myself if/when the money runs out sometime next year, releasing my soul from this eternal prison Hell planet.
>>76925403>fuck off at work constantly, even right now, but they don't fire me due to it being a family business (office Job)>waste the majority of my time on youtube, 4chan, reddit, online comic, porn, etc.>never stick to habits or goals>never stick to workout goals/routines, just make them and don't do them.>feel worthless for wasting time.I'm fucked, I know the answer is "just do it" but I can't get that as my "default setting" you know? where it's automatic.
>>76925403>haven't gotten paid in 2 months>want to pay me in company share instead>said company is failing Genuinely fuck this shit.
I am still a 25 year old virgin traveling the world.I'm not 100% certain I'll be able to hit 12% bodyfat in the next two weeks but I'll try my hardest. I might have to extend the cut by a few weeks but I value my fitness more than ever, just as I value my life more than ever. I wanna get proper lean for the first time in my life. And I want more still, I want to lean bulk or gaintain or what have you and continue to add shoulder mass till I have the heroic, Herculean physique. I think it'd make me look like a real chad and embody my best self. I don't know what the future brings but I'm not anxious over women or friends or anything really since my experience has been that neuroticism is a hindrance. I know I can be humorous, charming and witty, I know I can be likeable, so there's no reason to worry over it. I hope to realize as many dreams and whimsical thoughts as I can though. Maybe I'll be a great man after all.
I WILL STUDY HARD I WILL PASS MY LEVEL 3 CFA EXAM I WILL MAKE IT OVER THIS MOUNTAIN I WILL HAVE A STELLAR 2026 Work continues to be slow. I’ve gone through so much with this job, I’m grateful to have a slow period. Right now I’m reviewing my previous work and learning how to operate more efficiently. This week I’m having my annual review with my boss. I’ve made my fair share of mistakes, but I’ve learned and improved. I hope the review goes well. I’m also going to meet one of my clients for the first time in person. I’ve come so far in this job and I’ll reach new heights next year. I took my first cfa practice test last Saturday and got a 65% (a passing grade)! I’m so happy, every time I’ve passed my exam, I’ve also passed my practice exams on the first try. I can’t get too cocky but I can’t be too nervous. I’ll take advantage of the 47 remaining days, practicing and learning every day. I have strong fundamentals, but there’s a lot for me to learn. I’ll persist, moving forward continuously until I reach the peak. I’ve come so far, now I just need to go a little farther. I’m ready to finish this journey. 2026 is going to be the year we reach our goals! Let’s work hard now and then so that we can smile from the top of the mountain. WAGMI!
>>76925643Set tiny goals and fully commit to them. Even if they’re as simple as going for a walk 5 days a week, commit to them. Eventually build up until they’re more significant. You need to be disciplined and follow through, even if you don’t want to
I'm not sure if I'm still Snorlax (will have to confirm this week) but I think I've managed to cardiofag my way out of sleep apnea. For the last few years I've woke up around 3am almost like clockwork because of what turned out to be apnea events - and now for the first time I can remember in a long time i'm sleeping through the night. Even with the CPAP my mouth would invariably end up hanging open and causing issues. I have three nights in the last week of getting over seven hours of sleep straight through. trying to finish off work on a high note - getting absolutely nowhere with the job market. going to make rebuilding my local network a priority for the new year. i dont know what exactly my next pivot will be, but i can't even say my current career has a trajectory barring someone leaving and i end up with a wartime promotion. it's getting so (hilariously) bad that they're firing Indians in the US and replacing them with Indians in India. Goal this week is to get a third of the way through my cert study course, finish up a book i'm reading, and wrap up my christmas shopping. Also going to find a networking event for January.
Good morning fellas, everyone getting in the holiday spirit?I'm back at it again, 7 times down 8 times up. Trying to quit porn. Rereading easypeasy and looking into neuroscienceIt just feels like I become such a monster seeking orgasm.I've cheated on my gf twice in the past week and I don't really feel anything. I love her yet I've cheated in every relationship I've been in without them knowing. I'm not a good person but everyone around me thinks I am because they don't know the truth. I'm trying to be the best person I can for her but I've been such a failure
>>76925732Start looking for a new job. This time find something stable. Good luck!
>>76925779You have a solid idea about what you want, now pursue that goal! It may take a longer than you imagine, but stick to it and eventually you’ll reach your dreams! Good luck!
>>76925856>everyone getting in the holiday spirit?not yet>Rereading easypeasyman that "book" is so dogshit it's not even funnyhow do you have the time/energy to jack off if you have a gf AND you're cheating on herfucking normalfaggots I swear
>>76925425my driving test is on 22 ! we shall pass it at once
>>76925840WAGMI
>>76925856think about how much your life will improve when you stop commiting treason to love by masturbating and cheating. the gods will truly favor you believe this with a whole heart
Been skinny fat my whole life. In and out of the gym. For the first time I'm overweight. Never had issues with food, never had trouble fasting or going to bed hungry.Started my cut today, 15-20lbs target. Promised a friend we'd do a marathon this fall. Gonna cut down til late summer, maintain until the marathon, then it'll be time to do an honest to God bulk.Godspeed anons
>>76925425hang in there spongebob
>>76926131>fucking normalfaggots I swearThe worst part, at least to a social autist like me, is that I think there must be a lot of planning, social cue I don't pick up on, subtle nuance details I need to study, etc, when in reality it's just animal behavior.>Me have good wife and child>Me go to business trip 3 town over, 1.5 hours away from family>Me meet lady with tattoo.>Me horny but no want to masturbate>Me get drunk and talk to tattoo lady>We decide to fuck because fuck standardsThat's it. If you can just maintain basic ass conversation, which I can, and are willing to drop any standards or higher purpose, that's all it takes to cheat.
>>76925840Good luck Snorlax!The job market is truly shit, so keep grinding. There’s only so much you can do now, so try not to stress too much. Focus on doing as much as possible in January and February
Hey anons, how is it going? How are you enjoying this monday? Ive been a bit lost during those weeks. I tried to get myself back into dating and that just made me realize im not cut for this shit. Did 5 first dates in 10 days and it was just depressing and boring. I just want to take my nature walks, lift, read, and do nerdy shit. I hate pressure and fomo. But i must realize that maybe im not like most normies, that dating apps and clubs and whatnot are just out of my nature. Tell me what you think anons.Also, while we are at it, why dont you drop your new years resulutions?Here are mine:>Finish uni with a good grade (just almost aced an exam last thursday, very happy)>Get better with german and latin>Get my ass back to the gym for real>Be healthyI wish everybody here a nice day, as always :)
>>76925856If you’re comfortable cheating, then are you comfortable losing her?
>>76925403I just can't get my shit together enough to stay consistent. I know what I need to do with my diet and working out, but I can never lock in enough to keep with it. I can stick to a plan for a month or so, then stumble out of it before having to start over. My plan for today is to shave my head, deep clean my room, and write out an hourly plan for the rest of the week. Hopefully, I can stick to it this time.
>>76926225Good luck bro! You have a solid idea about you want, now commit to it fully! 2026 is going to be the year we accomplish our goals. WAGMI!
>>76926236you have a girlfriend and you cheat on heryou are either hot or a charismatic normie or both, there is not a morsel of autism in youfix your behaviour to not lose what you have especially since you don't know how good you have it>>76926444>Hopefully, I can stick to it this time.no, not hopefullyhope isn't gonna make you do the things you have and want to doyou WILL do them because you're tired of your shityou WILL do it because that is the first step to improving
>>76926407I’m tired and sleepy. I can’t wait for my vacation to begin. Honestly, dating apps suck. I’d recommend joining social clubs based on what you want. Even if there are no women, you’ll be able to join friend groups. Good luck in your exams, you’ll crush them! :)
>>76926572>you have a girlfriend and you cheat on herESL? Reread my post.>you are either hot or a charismatic normie or both, there is not a morsel of autism in youWrong. Ugly fuckers cheat all the time. Arguably more than attractive people because attractive people can be picky. Ugly people take anything that comes there way.
>>76926444Failing is normal. What’s important is to return to your diet every time you mess up. Stick to your plan and don’t let setbacks make you start from ground zero
>>76925643Unironically, having a job that lets you get away with fucking around is a massive demotivator. The book "Bullshit Jobs" is all about that.You're spending 8 hours a day sedentary and letting your attention just glaze over; it's hard to "shift" mentally out of that state when the day is done and go do something productive.It's deeply draining, Anon. But I believe in you.
>>76925403>year is coming to a close>wife and I lost our cat this year (her childhood cat)>also lost our dog this year>my dad is slipping into schizophrenia and I live too far away to help him>probably one of the worst years of my life, all things consideredThe sun is setting out my home-office window, and I'm going to go buy some Christmas presents. It's a beautiful day, Anons.Tomorrow's going to come no matter what you try to do about it. I made it through this year, and so did you. And we'll make it through the next one.
confession: i sometimes foam roll my lower back as a treat. i always make sure no one is watching when i do it and only for a brief moment
>>76926572>>76926719Thanks so much for believing in me, anons. Tomorrow I start a 72 hour shift, and I will keep my shit together for it.
>>76926758It's a beautiful day, fren. But we need to believe that it's beautiful. Tomorrow is the only thing that will come regardless of our effort. We need to work to earn everything else. I also had a rough year, but I survived it. Next year will be even better for us :)
>>76926857Good luck! Try your best and stay determined :)
I'm going through a rough period right now, but I will persist. I will survive and achieve my goals. Afterwards, I will return to the gym and regain my strength
>>76925403https://youtube.com/shorts/XhwCuJv4k80?si=sFQqAmRfF1oUL75c
Being excluded by a jestermaxxer in my office and I can do nothing about it as an autist. I only started caring because this qt I'm obsessed with is now part of that social group and I can't fucking get in because Jester Burnham is keeping me out. This shit forced me to go out of my comfort zone though and start being more confident enough to attend office party performances which honestly went well considering reception is really positive. The problem is despite the fact that I'm more confident now and considered attractive by most, I still can't maintain conversations with anyone because I literally have nothing in common with most people. Makes me wanna kms but I guess que sera, sera. I'll keep going on this path, pray I adapt and hope for the best.
>>76927578You're just outgrowing your environment. I did too. It's best to stay single for now unless you looking to have a wife who brings you children, joy and stability. Just you can not like or want to be around most people keep your guard up just be warm on the outside and cold on the inside. A little confidence goes a long ways. Trust me I been there. I feel for you.An introvert always has to put on a performance. Or walk alone.Nobody wants to talk to a high value man just walk with him so I walk alone
>>76927578I know that feel my guy, almost in exact situation as you (minus the jester).Going out of my comfort zone was super stressful, and I still have troubles with the most basic shit, but I can feel my growth as person after overcoming this.We will make it, my brother.
>>76927604>>76927714I honestly never gave a shit about social influence and shit like that but the problem is.... I'm really fucking obsessed with this girl. That's the main fucking problem, it took me 4 fucking months to admit to myself that I was obsessed with her and now I'm in too deep and can't feel anything unless it's her. She already has a fucking boyfriend but here I am flexing muscles I never thought I had before(social muscles) which I guess is good since it carries over to other aspects of life but I'm really fucking terrified that I'm completely helpless over this obsession and will most likely end in a devastating outcome in the future. I need to get over her ASAP.
>>76925425Just remember to do your shoulder check. Practice it but remember to be safe while doing so. Practicality rules over everything.
>>76927755Anon, whatever the outcome of your pursuit of this girl, you by that moment you will be a better person than you were. Whatever your reasons may be, you are using your time and energy on improving yourself, and that is something most people (not just on 4chin) fail to do.As a fellow man, also obsessing over a girl in his office, let us do our best.
>>76927578>Wanting to be in a relationship with a coworker.>Caring about office socializing at all.>Not just being the top employee to the higher ups so you can survive layoffs and use them as references in the future. You're fucking up on several different layers that you are unaware of. Stop this shit immediately.
>>76928459>being the top employee so that the higher ups drown you in more work, only to be laid off anyway in favour of someone with connections
>>76927578Apply these social skills to settings outside of work. Dating coworkers is a mistake. You’ll be far better off making friends with people you don’t work with
>>76928459>>76928629People often say "don't date your coworkers" etc., but this should not be a problem if you're both adults in body and mind.Unless you're kind of guy who burns all bridges when you break up.
>>76928459>>Not just being the top employee to the higher ups so you can survive layoffs and use them as references in the future.as a social retard with a wife with capped socialization skills, I see this as the other way around. it is so hard for me to get a good job despite good qualifications. for her, on the other hand, it is extremely easy and is constantly getting new opportunities, her previous bosses reaching out to her for odd jobs and shitit's not that she's a bad employee, but the biggest reason she's so successful is office socializing. first week at her first job she was getting invited to birthdays and gossiping through social media with coworkers. everyone loves her, she's like a people tamer. meawhile, I feel like a beggar praying for the job market's mercy while being a top performer at every job that I'm fortunate enough to get, and yeah I don't do any socializing at all pretty much
i let some femanon live with me for 9 months to get her life together. like a retard i fell pretty badly, and after she left we don't really talk.trying to gym/go out more to get over it, but my retarded ass keeps longing for her. im exhausted bros
>>76928765Grim.
>>76928765Validation lowers emotional dysregulation, and agreeable people do that all the time at the hidden cost of constructive criticism.It's essentially: your business will fail but you'll feel better about it.
>>76928509Set limits and don't be a kissass, you cucklord. Also, make sure if your BoomerX boss does lay you off you can take your work with you.
>>76929069Also, see >>76928765If you notice your company is based off of "muh networking" instead of actual merit, then you need to be ready to get fucked over at any time for this failing company. ANY company that promotes on this shit is in the blood red and you can ask the accountants to verify that.
>>76928780Hit the gym. It was your mistake for thinking kindness is enough to build a relationship. If you two couldn’t define the relationship at the onset, it was doomed to fail. Now create a body so you can pull a qt3.1415
I hit a massive pr back in feb and haven’t been at full strength since then. my goal is to regain that strength next year
>>76925403>be me>general split for years now has been bench/squat/upper/deads M/Tu/Th/F>hmmm maybe my squat will get a boost if I do it after rest days>decide to try squatting Monday and benching Tuesday>squats aren't any easier yesterday>bench was fucked today, had no energy shoulders were tight and it stressed my biceps and wrists which then killed my DB rows>jewgle says this was a really bad idea>arms still hurt hours laterAnd now I know
I have a situation at work that I was hoping you could help me with, /fit/. As I'm not sure the people in my personal life would give me the advice I need.> started new job 6 mths ago> Girl I work with who has been a long-term employee starts signalling her interest in me. She even told me straight up that said she would let me take her out if I asked> wasn't particularly interested at the time as I was seeing other people> Have since grown to become attracted to and infatuated by this girl. Ended things with the girls I was dating a couple of weeks back and was about to ask her on a date> take a week off and go out of town> return to be told by my colleagues that a huge in-team drama has taken place: a couple on our team have split up because the girl had been reading the guy's texts and discovered flirty/horny messages between him and the girl that I wanted to ask out> now realising that the girl and the guy have probably had a will they/wont they thing for a while, as they're close and all three have been on the team for 2+ years. He's now single all of a sudden, and nothing is stopping them from fuckingWhat the fuck is my play here, /fit/?
>>76925403>sister gets pregnant>her and husband buy a house>BIL, her husband, immediately decides to get a CDL and become a trucker>lined up first job right away and it’s long distance trucking>could have gone into a dozen different routes with similar or better pay while being safer with his experience, could have done work in a nuclear facility (was on a sub in the navy)>left his previous job at a place his best friend owned to go make the same possibly lower pay while being away for weeks at a timeI genuinely cannot wrap my head around this. Like dude your wife is pregnant and you’re having a kid soon. No one WANTS to be a trucker and he had options where he didn’t have to be away from home as often locally. He could have done dozens of other jobs he didn’t want to do in better working conditions with better hours better pay while never having to not go home at the end of the day. There’s no logic there. Pay wise he could have easily matched it with all sorts of shit. It’s dangerous, he’ll be away for long amounts of time at a time, the job ages you, and there’s the lot lizard thing god forbid he does that and brings something home.I seem to be the only person with these concerns in my family. I told my dad he just shrugged it off and said he’s only a little concerned about the lot lizard thing. The best case scenario there is he spends his next 40 years never home to maybe make six figures one day. I don’t get it. I thought this guy was smart cool even but I’m suspecting he may be a retard now. This isn’t something you just suddenly decide in your mid 30s right when you know your wife is having her first child in half a year.And I’m the one being guilted for not wanting to spend the holiday with them by my sister. So bad I wanna reply throwing the above in her face.>captchas have become IQ testsWtf. Genuinely is this to filter demographics
>>76929228You missed your chance. You obviously can't ask her out now. Best play is to stir the pot. Make a complaint to HR. Tell them that there is a love triangle going on that is making an uncomfortable and hostile work environment. Which is negatively affecting team morale and productivity. Most likely the HR roastie will go after the man. Maybe he gets disciplined. Maybe teams get reassigned. Maybe he breaks up with his GF, maybe he doesn't. Maybe him and your crush fuck for a while, maybe not. Maybe you even make a move for his GF (not your crush--the other girl). Just stir shit up and try to cause as much chaos as possible--at work and in their relationships. Eventually shit will blow over and she'll still be there. At that point you swoop in as the clean break. The new guy who's going to take her away from the chaos.
>>76929247>zero chance of incest baby>husband out of town on the regular>pregnancy hormones fueling crazy-horny urgesSounds like now's your chance, bro.
>>76929228>continue to flirt with the original girl. She may want to use you to make dude jealous. Hookup only, certainly don't plan a life around a homewrecker.>begin flirting with newly single woman. Be there to catch that rebound!>begin flirting with newly single dude. Confuse the hell out of him for maximum entertainment factor.
>>76929267I Ken’s but you’re sick man
I tried the air bike for the first timeWhat the fuck
>>76929285>>76929267Kek’d*
>>76929178Sorry man but you learned a valuable lesson. Don’t make the same mistake again
>>76925425I passed my driving test first try and I almost ran into oncoming traffic twice kek
>>76928780never simp again>>76929247>And I’m the one being guilted for not wanting to spend the holiday with them by my sister. So bad I wanna reply throwing the above in her face.I think you should talk to both your sister and her husbandyour sister will need to talk to her husband and so will yousounds like he got scared shitless (which is no excuse) but he might need reassurance that he will be fine if he stays and to not run away>Wtf. Genuinely is this to filter demographicsI dunno but it's based
I've been keeping track of days where I abstain from watching porn, watched porn, watched porn and jacked off. So far I've noticed I can go about 15 days of no porn and cave in on the 15th day. This has happened twice now.
>>76930578I don’t even think I can have that convo man. Like not only does it not feel like my place but there’s a reason I don’t go or holidays my family make me uncomfortable I’m not close with them. It feels like I’m in a room with strangers pretending to be a normal not retarded autist who spends his days jacking off and playing video games.>scaredI really don’t get it dude. He seemed like a great guy who would make a great dad like he’d have loved to have kids of his own. I really can’t begin to understand I’ve explored all the possible logics and it just doesn’t make sense.>option A.) stay at current job making livable wage with guarantees to get raises from friend who is the boss + guarantees to fucking move up fast and make more money>option B.) use past experience to do some job he doesn’t necessarily want to do but will be guaranteed good money, guaranteed to sleep in his own home each night>option C.) go be a trucker possibly taking a fucking pay cut or starting at roughly the same pay at the relaxed job he just left, have to be away from his pregnant wife and soon child for prolonged periods, extreme wear and tear on his body, danger, and maybe after 10 years with a ton of OT (even more time away from home) will make six figsLike wtf? I’m normally not judgmental like this but this is my family I’m feeling pretty judgmental and like I should be judging
>>76931061>I don’t even think I can have that convo man. Like not only does it not feel like my placeyou clearly care if you take time to think about it and post about it on a peruvian checkers imageboard>pretending to be a normal not retarded autist who spends his days jacking off and playing video games.please stop jorking it, anon>and it just doesn’t make sense.emotions rarely do, thinking about things is easy, knowing they're about to hit you in the face is different>Like wtf? I’m normally not judgmental like this but this is my family I’m feeling pretty judgmental and like I should be judgingagain, seems like you care, maybe not about the parents but at least about the child; growing up without a dad fucking sucks
>>76928780an actual 4chan femanon?What was she like?
All in a week hit my bench PR, and talked to gym pawg, feelsgoodman
My gums are receding and I’m freaking out about it. I’m on my 28 but both of my parents had the same problem. I’ve tried calling my local dentist but they’re booked solid for the rest of the year. I’m worried about my future
>>76931644Ellie Phillips Kiss Your Dentist Goodbye get it and read it and do it
>>76931670Thanks the advice fren. I’ll research it right now.
>>76931746also stop acidic foods and alcohol and smokingstop or at least limit sugarno mouth breathinglimit grains because of phytic acidthat's what I've been doing on top of the book
>>76931826Got any recommendations for caffeine sources that aren’t energy drinks or coffee? Thank you
>>76931911caffeine tabletsyou can still do coffee if you can clean (oil pull and/or xylithol) your teeth afterwards
>>76932172I'll follow your advice then
>>76925403All my brothers jolly brother, merry Christmas. Wife pregnant with our 2nd, baby is healthy and active. Hate my job but I finished a year this month and am starting to look for another.
>trying to find funding for my venture>it's Christmas time so no one wants to do anything, including having meetings
>>76929287It’s insanity hard, but gives godtier gains. The trick is that you can’t go full speed the entire time, you go 20 seconds on 40 seconds off. Keep experimenting with it, eventually you’ll get the hang of it :)
>>76932707Merry Christmas Anon, good to hear about the baby, hope you can find a better job
>>76930600Congrats on going 2 weeks without porn! Shit really is a drug that people need to be warned about. Pick yourself up and try again. There’s no shame in occasionally relapsing, but you need to hold yourself accountable
>>76931143I’m not claiming I don’t care man I’m saying it feels like it’s not my place to speak up on it to either of them. And I’ve also never really had any serious convo with any of my family except my dad and that’s more of drama with women I’ve dated>stop jorkin itI need to. I’m trying.>seems like you careYeah dude that’s what I’ve been saying I DO it’s just wtf can I (capitalized) do about it? Not only does it feel like I’m overstepping if I try to say something but it’s just an uncomfortable thing in general for me. It’s wrong dude. This guy has so many other options where the pay is the same or better, where he’s safer (no risk of dying and leaving my sister and soon nephew without a husband and father), jobs where he’ll be home every day. It just seems fuckin bizarre man. Maybe starting this shit when the kids like 7 okay MAYBE then.
>>76931474Where did you get this pic from
4.5 years since my last relationship ended horribly, 2 years since I last got laid, 1 year since I last went on a date, 18 months off the booze. Yesterday I hit it off with a chick in a way I haven't really instantly connected with someone ever before. It's the first time in so so long that I've been excited just to talk to someone. We like all the exact same niche old person shit to the extent that after 5 hours straight of just talking we were both getting suspicious of the other just because it's too good to be true. Also, she's fucking hot. I'm a jaded 32 year old failed normie who was couch surfing, chronically unemployed, borderline obese, and suicidal just 2 years ago, but this is making me feel like a high schooler with a crush again. As I type this we're planning a date for the weekend. We really are all gonna make it bros.
>>76931474Congrats on your accomplishments! Did you get her number?
>>76932707Merry Christmas and congrats on the kid! Prioritize getting a better job next year for the sake of your family
>>76934048didn't read. ur a fag. lololol
>>76932775So focus your time right now on creating pitch decks and prototypes. You can utilize this lull to create more documents that will help you attract investors
I’ve been tremendously depressed lately. I’ll spare the details, but things are not going well. I’ve stayed consistent with the gym though. At the risk of sounding dramatic, it might be the only thing that has kept me alive. I’ve made more progress than I ever thought possible and it’s actually something that I accomplished. I’m proud of that. I hope I can make some life gains now and become the type of person I wish I was.
>>76936068>At the risk of sounding dramatic, it might be the only thing that has kept me alivei know that feel
>>76936068Welcome to the club
>>76934048She sounds like the perfect match for you, so you better not fumble her! Use meeting her as inspiration to turn your life around. WAGMI!
>>76934048kindness and understanding go a long way, anon. you got this
I’ve resolved to get my weight down to 70 kg so I can have visible abs and lose the flab around my waist. I’m not wealthy or famous or have enough game to attract the kind of hotter younger women that I want so I’m gonna looksmaxx as best I can so I can fulfill a lifelong wish and get this monkey off my back. If this doesn’t work well, guess I’m just giving up and forgetting about having any kind of sex life or legacy.
>>76936068Sorry you’re going through a rough time. What’s important is that you’ve found something to keep you together. Even if it’s minor, it’s still a reason to live. Good luck!
>>76937262There’s nothing wrong with lifting for yourself. You want to reach your full potential! Commit everything to this goal so you can know that you did your best
>>76925403>non-existent love-life>career is crap>friends start becoming distant>the only enjoyable part of life is lifting.I am grateful that I am not a cripple or anything worse, but shit, life is stale.
I'm slowly getting better, no more mood swings or being depressed multiple days a week.
>>76934048good luck anon. i had something like that, our rapid bond scared her and surprised me. we're taking a break for a while bc of friend drama she feels responsible for, and i guess to see if we can calm down into something not so electrifying it scares her.i haven't worked out regularly in like a decade. used to be an athlete. need to get back into crossfit or something.
>>76937828So focus on what does bring you joy. You can always fix the other parts of your life. What’s important is that you have something you enjoy. For the other aspects, work hard so you can meet goals
>>76938071I am experimenting right now.I have been learning Blender in order to play with gun design because my country bans gun for civilians.
Had a gut punch moment earlier.Never really knew my mom, was always just dad and me. He never really got back into dating after they split up, and when mom died a few years later he always said he got lucky once and that is enough (I don't think he ever quit caring about her and just buried it down.)I ate what he ate which was mostly meat, eggs, cabbage, squash and milk/cheese. Got me into lifting young, taught me everything he knew about mechanical work and construction. Was a great dad. I was lucky. Went walking together earlier at a local lake and we sat down and he had his eyes closed just enjoying the sun and it hit me just how old he had grown. I guess I just never noticed because he still moves and works harder then most the young guys on job sites. Just a moment where I realize that he won't be around for ever and I never noticed how much time has passed. Just don't have anywhere else to really "vocalize" these thoughts.
>>76937989So you're progress on yourself, congrats! Remember to catch yourself if you're spiraling out of control. A piece of advice someone gave me is to give the voice inside your head a different name
>>76937195>>76937201>>76938020Just got back from the date.That was the single best date I've ever been on. We just talked and talked and talked. She's classy as hell, smart as hell, works in finance, and god those fucking legs. Looks like I'm gonna be spending New Years with her. Fucking hell this shit doesn't happen to me.
>>76938442>works in financeWhat does this even mean
>>76936068The gym, and as extension any physical activity, is the only thing that has kept me somewhat sane in this downward spiral Im currently stuck in. I just gotta get a get enough job so I can make financial decisions. But till then shits gonna suck and moving the body is the only respite I have against it all
I only started going to the gym at the end of August and the weight I can lift has increased considerably, but there is something that bugs me.If the trainer increases the weight and tells me to do 3 x 6-10 and I only manage 6 reps on the final set, I feel good.If I only manage 6 reps on the 2nd set and 4 reps on the 3rd set, I feel like shit. Like I didn't do it right and wasted a session.
