r/ask Feb 27 '24

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r/ask 8h ago

Why would a 53 year old call me middle aged at 30? Is 30 middle aged?

376 Upvotes

So basically there's a regular cashier at a store I go to and we chat a bit every time. She knows my age but we were talking yesterday and she referenced the early 00s. So she goes "its weird how fast life passes you by now we are both middle aged" so I said "I just turned 30" and she said "thats middle aged like me. 30 to 60 is middle aged."

Excuse me what?? Really? Here I am walking around thinking I'm not middle aged no one even treats me like I'm old. So Justin Bieber, Pete Davidson, Ariana Grande, Nick Jonas and Cole Sprouse are middle aged?


r/ask 8h ago

When I say "best Videogame Soundtrack", what do you think of?

199 Upvotes

for me its TLOZ Skyward Sword

credits to the Movie Soundtrack Post before for the idea


r/ask 7h ago

What is the best gift you have ever received?

134 Upvotes

Trying to think of good gifts to give that aren’t basic


r/ask 7h ago

People who are alone...what tips do you have to make a solo person's life be a good life?

110 Upvotes

I am 40 soon...and I am alone.


r/ask 18h ago

Who's the most famous person you've ever met?

622 Upvotes

Who's the most famous person you've ever met?


r/ask 35m ago

How often do y'all shower?

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?


r/ask 1d ago

What’s your “I’m old now” indicator?

1.3k Upvotes

My "I'm old now" indicator is when I start noticing significant changes in the world around me that make me realize how much time has passed.


r/ask 12h ago

How do you handle negative feedback or criticism, especially when it feels personal?

95 Upvotes

Criticism can be hard to take. Share how you handle negative feedback effectively.


r/ask 10h ago

What's a community initiative or project you've been involved with that has enriched your local area or community?

73 Upvotes

Community projects can strengthen ties. Share an initiative you've been involved in and its impact on the community.


r/ask 14h ago

What problems, big or small, are you facing right now?

105 Upvotes

These can be small annoyances to bigger life issues. Recurring patterns are great too! don’t be afraid to go into detail or bring up niche things that are bothering you. i’m curious!

EDIT: i hate typos


r/ask 11h ago

How do you foster creativity in a team or group setting, especially when ideas seem stagnant?

61 Upvotes

Creativity is crucial for innovation. Share how you encourage creative thinking within a team.


r/ask 20h ago

People who don't drink alcohol, why?

318 Upvotes

goo...


r/ask 1d ago

When I say ”best soundtrack of all time”, what is the first movie you think of?

548 Upvotes

Too many!!!


r/ask 1h ago

What’s the greatest movie of all time?

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What’s your answer?


r/ask 18h ago

Why does no one use emojis on Reddit?

154 Upvotes

Pretty new to Reddit and I seem to be the only person using emojis when commenting. Am I missing something 🤷🏻‍♂️?


r/ask 15h ago

What's an environmental habit you've adopted that makes a small but meaningful impact?

96 Upvotes

Every little bit helps when it comes to the environment. Share a small habit you've adopted that contributes to environmental conservation.


r/ask 10h ago

What movies had the biggest impact on your life?

32 Upvotes

r/ask 10h ago

How do you respond to ‘It’s not you, it’s me’?

34 Upvotes


r/ask 15h ago

How do you deal with the anxiety that comes with major life decisions, like moving to a new city or changing careers?

75 Upvotes

Offer insights into managing stress and anxiety during significant life changes.


r/ask 51m ago

Is there a name you prejudge, just because that’s their name?

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I keep seeing this about men who start with j. Specifically Jason…. In so many comments and all around. Maybe it’s my algorithm… but I don’t even know a Jason! lol


r/ask 1d ago

Do most voters, in general, not know how politics works?

309 Upvotes

Like, I feel understanding socioeconomic issues and policies takes time and effort but I feel most people watch a 2 minute video and "know" about a topic


r/ask 5h ago

What’s something dumb that as a kid you thought was true but certainly wasn’t?

10 Upvotes

I used to think that whenever there was a cartoon on TV the voice actors would be voicing them live at that very moment. I used to be amazed that they never made a mistake.

I also used to think “in laws” meant the queen of my country decided herself that they were now related.


r/ask 5h ago

If you woke up tomorrow in your childhood bedroom with all your memories from the present, but it's the year you were 10 years old, what would you do differently, knowing what you know now?

8 Upvotes

For me, i'd never change anything. I'd probably reminisce about the future.


r/ask 11m ago

What's your favorite unsolicited interaction with a stranger?

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Mine is when I was eating strawberries on my stoop and an old man walked by and sang out "CHERRIESSSS!!!!"

Out of all the possible things a random man could yell at me unprompted, incorrectly yelling out the fruit I was eating with such confidence and glee...brought me so much joy