beleafinyoself

beleafinyoself t1_j8z95q6 wrote

I think it would be hard for grown adults to do that, let alone a teen. Unfortunately other riders don't always want to get involved and then the situation is more serious bc the dude is likely pissed off. It doesn't scare off some men to be called out, especially if they're in an altered state. The better thing to do is avoid interaction, cutting conversations short, finding ways to get away, subtly recruiting sympathetic passerby for help. Escalation is more of a last resort.

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beleafinyoself t1_iuip24w wrote

Don't be flashy with the money and don't tell anyone about it, not family, not friends. It's no one's business but yours. A lot of financial skills boil down to discipline. It may sound simple, but it's not easy. People tend to think it's about just about being careful how you spend, but it also extends to your personal relationships. Be careful who you get close to in life and get legally bound to. The fastest way I've seen people hemorrhage money is through a relationship with someone unscrupulous or financially illiterate. Or with some kind of addiction issues.
I'm happy with my Roth IRA through Vanguard and target date funds.
26 is young, your whole life is ahead of you. Stay healthy and good luck moving forward

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beleafinyoself t1_itr8h0s wrote

Reply to comment by DemureCynosure in Terrible Tuesday! by AutoModerator

Thank you for stepping in. Dog fights are terrifying and a lot happens so fast. I'm not sure how it works in DC, but you might be able to report the incident to the police or animal control if you can remember the address

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beleafinyoself t1_itmbcka wrote

I don't know all the details but my neighbors with kids mentioned it was a benefit that went out to children enrolled in DC schools. I did a quick Google and I think this is the name of the program. In any case your kid's identity is likely fine; maybe contact your school admin if you have questions. https://www.aje-dc.org/2022/08/25/dc-approved-for-fiscal-year-2022-pandemic-electronic-benefit-transfer-p-ebt/

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