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ifme.lifeHow would you handle moving to a new city?
If it were me, I'd spend a week visiting 3 neighborhoods—not as a tourist, but living there. I made the mistake of choosing based on photos once, and regretted it for 2 years. Now I grab coffee, sit in parks, and chat with locals to feel the vibe before deciding.
How to switch careers to product management?
If it were me, I'd start by shadowing 2 PMs for free (yes, free—I did this). Then rebuild their actual product docs to understand their thinking. It took me 4 months of weekends, but that's how I learned what the role actually is vs what I thought it was.
Best way to rebuild healthy habits?
If it were me, I'd start embarrassingly small—like 5 push-ups small. I tried the "1 hour gym daily" thing and failed in 3 days. But 5 push-ups? I couldn't make excuses. After 2 weeks it felt weird NOT to do them, and I naturally increased from there.
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Alex: You should make a study schedule and stick to it. Also try studying in a quiet place. Good luck!
Jamie: Just be disciplined and focused. Maybe use a timer? There are lots of apps for that.
→ Generic advice anyone could Google. No personal experience, no story, no real insight.
Maria: If it were me, I'd start with a simple weekly schedule. I used to try studying for hours straight and burn out by Wednesday. Now I:
💭 The biggest change? I review my notes immediately after each session—takes 5 min but I remember twice as much. I wish someone told me this in freshman year instead of me figuring it out the hard way.
→ Personal story + specific steps + what you learned = actually helpful!
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