HowardisMe

What is the most useless job you can think of?

I made $30M from my previous tech company.

For me, the most surprising thing about being rich is that it's an incredibly isolating experience. What I mean by that is you can't really complain about your problems except within your small circle of rich friends. Otherwise, you will sound like a douchebag. Even if you do, non-rich people can't really empathize with you.

There are a few problems associated with being rich such as general (lack of) motivation for work, family/friends asking for money, worry for how to motivate kids, spouse with different attitudes toward life after getting rich, potential spouse being a gold digger, unexpected jealous reaction from friends/family, pressure to deal with more complex tax, estate planning and investment planning and etc.

The joy of "set for life" doesn't seem to offset the anxiety from hoarding the huge sum of money. In addition, when you don't work because you are rich but can't hang out with your friends who have to work during the week, you feel like an outcast of society.

Overall, being rich is very isolating and that's the most surprising thing I have experienced.

What is the biggest surprise about getting rich?

bitcoin

Not marrying my Girlfriend.

We were together for more than 2 years and she was the only girl i know that loved me more than anyone i have ever loved. Her love was unconditional and pure and we were so desperate to marry each other. Somehow we knew we were both perfect for each other and would be so happy together, always.

There was only one problem, the problem was me. My family is extremely orthodox and i loved my father so much that i had promised myself that i will marry a girl that he selects for me. Now don’t get me wrong, when my girlfriend and i came close, i explained this very clearly to her. We both were however so much in love with each other that we couldn’t stop and agreed that the relation would end when one of us gets married.

Unfortunately i got married first and those months were the most painful of our life.

After 8 years and a divorce later, that is the biggest regret of my life.

What is your biggest regret in life?

Now, here's the thing, Bitcoin has gone past a hurdle most of us never thought it would - investment banks are advising their clients to buy it, institutions are buying it, HNW investors are dumping gold and going for it.

This is massive. This is BRAND.

Should I invest in Bitcoin?

My girlfriend doesn't want sex nearly as much as I do, but we get along very well and enjoy each other's company. Should I break up with her?
What is the sweetest thing your husband has ever said to you?
Should a mother buy her 12 and 14 year old daughters thong underwear? Seems way too young to me. I wanted peoples honest opinions please and thanks
Which areas or parts of a man's body do most women find most and least attractive?
What’s the most embarrassing thing someone caught you doing when they walked in the room? How did you play it off?
What is the feeling of riding a plane for the first time? Is it like a roller coaster?
My husband thinks I should do all the house hold responsibility such as cleaning and cooking since I don’t work but he does. I asked him for help but he says he’ll start helping once I get a job. What should I do?
What attracts most women to a man?
Have you ever gotten an explanation from an ex after months or years of break up?
What if she barely wants to make love to me?
What do women find attractive the most in men similar to how men find big butts/slim waists to be the most attractive, other than the face?
Why do people fake mental illnesses?
What can I do to make $5,000 a week?
What is the most romantic thing someone said or did to you?
My boyfriend at the time worked at a pawn shop. I went in on a Thursday after I got off work, and I saw this really cute Vera Bradley bag for $15. I told him if it's there tomorrow after I get paid, I'll come back and get that bag.

The next day, my boyfriend messaged me saying that someone had bought it while he was on lunch. Okay, it's just a bag, not a big deal.

He took me to dinner that night. In the parking lot, before we got out, he said “You know I love you, right?" I said “I know, and I love you, too." He opened the glove compartment. The bag was there.

He bought the bag on his lunch break to surprise me.

We're happily married now. 😊

What is the most romantic thing someone said or did to you?

My friend Monica.

She was a good friend, but nothing like that between us. One day I came to visit. Her mom let me in (they lived in a 8,000 sq ft house) and said she’s upstairs. So up I went and there was no Monica.

So I sat down to wait and suddenly out of the bathroom comes butt naked Monica. She yelped. I laughed. Even though Monica was very easy on the eyes, I never saw her like that and it just ended up as a funny story between us.

I haven’t seen her in years, but my daughter is named after her, so that’s how much I cared for her.

Have you ever been seen naked by somebody or saw somebody naked accidentally?

What are some weird facts?
3 women kidnap, force-feed and rape 23-year-old man for 3 days

A 23-year-old man was kidnapped and raped for three days by three women in eastern Pretoria, South Africa.

The women force-fed him energy drinks before taking turns raping him numerous times everyday. The victim was found traumatised and exhausted after being dumped in a field semi-naked, according to police in South Africa.

The victim first encountered his alleged abusers when got into a 15-seater communal taxi with the the three young women. But soon the car was driven in the wrong direction and he was ordered to get in the front seat.

One of the women forcibly injected him with an unknown substance which caused him to pass out. He wake up in an unfamiliar room in a single-bed where he was force-fed the energy drinks.

The the 23-year-old victim told the police that he was not allowed to sleep and was only given energy-drinks. He also said that he had lost count of the number of times he was raped.

After 72 hours of ordeal, he was dumped in a field in Benoni.

'The South African Police Service takes all sexual offences seriously, regardless of gender. [We assure] all victims of these types of crimes that we will carry out robust investigations to bring offenders to justice", Captain Wellback told the Sun.

Not weird in reading or understanding but yes weird in the sense of not being talked or hyped about. Is it because of Gender?

Well, as usual- I leave the views all ears for all your opinion and wisdom

What are some weird facts?

What’s something your husband did to you that you’ll never forget?
What is the most unforgettable sentence that someone said to you?
Right after my first child was born, my husband said “you are no longer my lover, you're the mother of my child.” That felt like a punch in the face. I was a new mom, trying to help a colicky baby and he changed my life with one sentence. He's treated me like the mother of his children ever since. We had one more child. He was disappointed that we didn't have a boy, just two girls. I got my tubes tied. No more for me. There is zero romance, compassion or love in this marriage. It's more like a business. Depressing. Sad. I've been suicidal, but I love my daughter's so much. They are both amazing young women. I'm lonely. They live too far away.

What is the most unforgettable sentence that someone said to you?

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What are the best romantic relationship tips?

I was in high school and we had a prize giving ceremony during school assembly.

My name gets unexpectedly called out, so I make my way to the front of the hall to collect my prize. I'm almost at the front when I have a sudden crisis of confidence and think that I must have misheard them and there is no way they called my name, so I turn around, walk back to my chair and sit back down. My friends are looking at me and ask me what the hell I'm doing, and tell me to get back up there to collect my prize. So I get back up, walk all the way up to the front and then have ANOTHER crisis of confidence and think that my friends must have been messing with me. So I turn around and walk back to my chair and sit back down. The hall is silent and the teachers are on stage looking at me like I just landed from another planet.

What's the most embarrassing thing that's ever happened to you?

Absolutely not!

My husband joined a new company in April. He came to live temporarily with his parents in the new city, while I stayed back.

It was decided between us that I will stay where I was and our daughter will complete her 8,9th and 10th from that city only.

It continued for about two months. Both of us were somehow managing with fortnightly visits, video calls and several ‘few seconds’calls through out the day

Suddenly one day in June,he called and said “Agarwal Packers and movers see baat kar lee hai . Do din mein niklenge”

( I have talked to movers and Packers. We will leave in two days)

We left the city two days later . When I asked the reason of this sudden change in plan,my husband just squeezed my hand and said “ alag nahi reh sakta main tujhse”. ( I can't stay apart from you).

So, are men attracted to their wives after their marriage?

No ..

What they feel for their wives is much more than attraction. It is something subtle , hushed and deep. It can just be felt in the tightness of their grip,in the deep sigh when they hug you at the end of the day , in their silent happiness around you,in that lazy,slow , meaningful smile….in the thousand little moments which like pixie dust add shine, shimmer,sparkle to an otherwise mundane life.

Are men really attracted to their wives after marriage?

How did your husband react when you told him you were pregnant?
He wasnt my husband yet. We’d talked about family. I was 42. It happened naturally, unexpectedly. I texted him. “Um, you asleep?” It was 9 am on a Sunday. Him: Now I am. Me: Im pregnant. Phone rang. It startled me and I dropped it. I let it ring four times before I picked up. He asked me all the question I expected. We talked for two hours. He hung up, told his fam, ordered a uhaul and made his move to California 3 weeks later. We’ve been married 10 years next May. Our beautiful, healthy daughter turns 9 next week. #beatalltheodds

How did your husband react when you told him you were pregnant?

My top 10.

And yeah, I keep getting surprised.

Sex with your spouse gets better. Seems counter-intuitive. Yet, something about practice makes perfect. So keep practicing.
You’ll be attracted to others. No matter how attractive your spouse. Just a fresh face. So daydream but don’t chase.
Some days you’ll feel madly in love. Some days you’ll wonder, “What the hell?” Learn how to keep falling in love.
Those cute idiosyncrasies your spouse has? They’ll eventually drive you nuts. Change what you can. Forget the rest.
Together 24/7 sounds idyllic. And eventually will start to feel more like prison. You both need time alone in the sun. Give it.
You can’t imagine it, when you first marry, but you’ll fight. So learn how to fight fair. Resolve the issues. And restore your relationship.
After a fight you won’t feel like intimacy. Make up anyway. You’ll discover falling in love again. And it really is the most fun.
You think marriage is a 50/50 relationship. It’s really 100/100. If you keep score you lose. If both of you never stop giving 100% you win.
You’ll screw up. Your spouse will screw up. Something about being a fallible human. Expect it. Forgive it. Forget it. Move forward from it.
Marriage is the most fulfilling experience you’ll have. Oh, and the most frustrating. So together commit to growing your marriage. So you experience the fulfilling part.
These are just a few of the surprises that await you.

After all, I’ve been married for a while and my wife still surprises me. Of course, I think, most of the time I baffle her.

So what is your biggest marriage surprise?

You can build a great marriage when you expect it to be surprising.

What can you tell me about married life that most people don't know?

Have you ever accidentally seen your neighbor doing something they thought was private?

This is my father's story and this was neither hidden nor meant to be seen.

My dad was always an early riser. All of a sudden, most of the men in the neighborhood started getting up and tinkering with things in their garages early as well. One of the wives grew suspicious. What this wife found out was the neighbor lady across the street from our house would walk out to get the morning paper in the nude! The neighbors across the street were from Switzerland and thought nothing of nudity. She started getting complaints about her nudity and finally stopped.

Have you ever seen your neighbor doing something they thought was private?

When my wife and I married we felt madly in love. Our relationship was perfect. Nothing else in the world mattered. We’d live happily every after.

Then we came home from the honeymoon. And launched full speed into real life.

My first big surprise. Those little idiosyncrasies you thought were so cute when you were dating? They become really annoying. Insanely annoying. Some drove me crazy.

Which brings me to my wife’s first big surprise. How me going crazy over sweating the small stuff was such a short trip.

My second big surprise. How could I feel so madly in love before we were married and some mornings wake up feeling so blah about the whole marriage thing now.

I never asked my wife if she woke up that way. Really didn’t want to know. And she pretends well anyway.

My third big surprise. What great a mother she is to our two kids. She’s amazing.

I bumble around doing my best as dad. She just instinctively knows exactly what to do.

Though, she’s not always sure what to do with her third child. Her husband.

Fourth, big surprise. How we could get so angry with each other over something trivial. Argue. Talk it out. Make up. Oh yeah, make up. And then feel so in love with each other again.

I mean, you can’t make this stuff up. In a movie it’d never be believable.

Fifth, big surprise. After all these years together I’m glad I married her. She’s still the one. And I can’t imagine life without her.

When she leaves for a few days to go babysit our grandson, well shall we say, I don’t do well. But then that’s another story.

My biggest surprise? That marriage is one continual surprise. But then I guess life is too.

Great marriages aren’t built in never changing relationships but in constant surprises.

What has been your biggest surprise while being married to someone?

tech

Can I make $3000 a month online with internet marketing?
Can I make $3000 a month online with internet marketing?

I think Yes, that and more, but it is a matter of effort, training, and desire. No one is going to just hand you $3,000 a month, you have to earn it. How? By learning website building and design, Search Engine Optimization and Internet Marketing, and learning just what it takes to bring people from wanting and needing something, to buying your product and services to fulfill that need.

The world is full of “Get Rich Quick” scams and schemes, but in fact, the real way to wealth, both on and off the Internet, is by helping others get what they want. You find their needs and you help them fill them. That is business in a nutshell, just saved you $100,000 for a MBA Degree.

Learning to make money online is something that takes time and effort. Fortunately, it does not take huge amounts of cash up front. You can learn the basics for free from a variety of sources online, from Blogs, to YouTube. If you want a more systematic approach to learning, there are many programs, both free and paid, that can teach you all you need to become a success. I am a member of Wealthy Affiliate, and I like their approach to training beginners in the art and science of Internet Marketing. But, there are many such programs, and each has its own special way of teaching. No matter what though, none of them can guarantee success. Success is based upon your hard work, your desire, and your ability to apply what they teach you.

Anybody that claims “$3,000 a month, with no effort” is lying and trying to scam you out of your hard earned money. Beware of them. There are plenty of programs that can teach you what you need for free, and then help you with additional training and tools once you are making money. Wealthy Affiliate does this, and so do others.

Can I make $3000 a month online with internet marketing?

Google is a “hire slow, fire slow” company. It's intentionally hard to get a job but easy to keep it. This allows employees to take risks more freely, at the cost of failing to hire some good people and keeping underperformers around longer.

This contrasts with companies like Amazon that “hire fast, fire fast”, which is more efficient but inhibits innovation, at least in theory.

Which is more difficult: working at Google or getting a job at Google?

What can you advise to someone who only wants to start bitcoin now? Is it too late?

It is never too late to start Bitcoin, here's some advice for newbies trying to get into bitcoin:

1. Do Your Research: Learn about Bitcoin, its technology, and how it works. Understand the risks and potential rewards associated with investing in cryptocurrencies.

2. Start Small: Begin by investing an amount you're comfortable with. As you gain more experience and confidence, you can consider increasing your investment.

3. Choose a Reliable Exchange: Select a reputable cryptocurrency exchange to buy and store your Bitcoin. Look for exchanges with strong security measures and a good track record.

4. Secure Your Investment: Take steps to protect your Bitcoin. Use a secure wallet, enable two-factor authentication, and keep your private keys safe. Be cautious of phishing attempts and scams.

5. Dollar-Cost Averaging: Consider using a strategy called dollar-cost averaging. Instead of investing a lump sum, invest a fixed amount regularly over time. This can help mitigate the impact of short-term price fluctuations.

6. Long-Term Perspective: Bitcoin's value can be volatile in the short term. It's important to have a long-term perspective and not be swayed by short-term price movements.

7. Diversify Your Portfolio: While Bitcoin can be a part of your investment strategy, it's also wise to diversify your portfolio with other assets such as stocks, bonds, or real estate.

8. Stay Informed: Stay up-to-date with the latest news and developments in the cryptocurrency space. This will help you make informed decisions and adapt to market changes.

Remember, investing in Bitcoin carries risks, and it's always advisable to consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Good luck on your Bitcoin journey! 💰

What can you advise to someone who only wants to start bitcoin now? too late?

When I was 17, I walked from a train station to see my boyfriend. I was in a loose summer dress, nothing showy. As I passed a group of men, all well above my father's age, they started whistling at me.

I ignored them.

Then came the teasing words.

"Where's a pretty thing like you going?", "Why don't you come join us?", "Nice legs, a shame to cover them!"

I kept my head down, ignored them, and walked by faster.

The words and tone changed.

"Hey! Don't be a bitch.", "Don't be so stuck up.", "Why dress up if you don't want compliments?".

It is not the words per se; it's the worry about what may happen. If you react, you may encourage them further. If you ignore them, they may get agitated.

I don't know these men. Experience tells me that the majority won't do anything. But personal experience also tells me that something may happen.

The words can be ignored, but the feeling of fear cannot.

And the fact that words are often shouted by men in groups does not make it better.

I am a 5′2 woman. I've taken a few self-defence classes, and my stepdad has taught me where to hit to make it hurt, but let's be honest, there's no way I am taking down a man - let alone a group of them.

That's why catcalling is so uncomfortable.

It may just be meant as a compliment. But maybe it's a threat. I do not know.

If you want to compliment me, walk up, and tell me politely.

And never ever whistle at me. I am not a dog.

Why is catcalling considered such a big problem? Can't you just ignore it?

What was the "I'm done" moment in your last relationship?
My ex and I were traveling to Cozumel for vacation. I had just been pulled aside by customs because a dog sniffed an apple core in my bag.

He left me at customs without knowing the cause because he was worried about losing our luggage on the carousel. (You know—the one that goes round and round again until you grab it?)

After customs cleared me, I looked up to see that he was on the wrong side of the carousel to get the luggage 🙄. And, he wouldn’t look toward me so I went to the correct side and gathered it up. All of it.

He finally saw me waiting for the second customs screen to open. He walked ahead of me and stood in line while I dragged the all of the luggage behind me.

When we get to the front of the line I was tired and struggling. He approached the customs officer at the podium. He left me behind at the “wait here” sign to gather our things.

When you travel with a companion, you’re supposed to stay with them. So this sweet Customs Officer, a teeny Mayan woman, was completely confused when my ex handed her OUR documents stating there were supposed to be two of us.

She looked at him and asked who he was traveling with. He got confused and then gestures toward me and says, “oh, her.”

As I approach the podium, the woman looks at me carrying all the baggage and then looks my ex up and down with scrutiny.

This angel from God, a customs officer, can hardly see over the podium she stares at his 6’1” 240lb frame, looks him straight in his eyes finally says: “You mean, your QUEEN?”

I will forever remember her saying those words. Because in that moment I saw my worth from someone else’s view.