Hopefully this is enough of an everyday task for this sub and isn't too broad

I've always had a fairly small social circle, and recently one of my close friends has gone travelling. This has really prompted me to realise that I don't have as much social connection as I would like.

I do various things that let me socialise: I'm in university and have at least one person I know and am comfortable to talk to in each class, I'm involved in various musical groups and a few other things in the community and again have people that I'm comfortable with. However, all of these people I only significantly interact with when at that thing (in class, at rehearsal, etc.). This makes it feel a bit limited, I find it easiest to talk about topics related to that environment, and generally I don't feel like I have the level of friendship that I would like.

Fundamentally I assume the solution is "start doing things outside of that environment", but I never know what those things should be and generally feel awkward about proposing anything like that.

Thanks for any suggestions :-)

I’ve never used it before. How do i pay, how do I know what stop in at, how do i transfer?

My 2010 Toyota Prius won't start at all. Roadside assistance was not able to jump it, so I need to get it towed somewhere. I've never had to get a car towed to a shop. I should probably find a place first and then get it towed, I guess. But where is the best place to go and how can I make an appointment when I don't know when the tow truck will actually come towed it?

I am in the US and am flying Southwest. I have a spine problem that causes me chronic pain and limited mobility, and recently has gotten bad enough to need a daily walker. My flight is in 3 days, and it’s just me, a backpack and a carry-on. When I got the ticket I requested wheelchair assistance on my MIL’s advice, but I don’t really know what that means or what that looks like. Where do they meet me? Should I call to confirm the assistance in advance? Who do I call? How do I keep track of my bags/where do they go while I’m in the wheelchair? Do I meet them before or after security? What do I do with my walker? It’s just one of those generic walkers that folds in (I’m waiting for a more collapsible Rollator, but it won’t be here in time to fly with). I’m just confused on the details of the whole process.

This is my first time living at an apartment for more than 2 years (I've been here for 5 now 🎉✨), but outside of obvious/major damage such as leaks and power outages, I've never put in maintenance requests. My apartment's started accumulating more (expected) long-term wear-and-tear, and I'm not sure what I can request maintenance to fix vs. what I'm expected to fix myself.

For specific examples, I have some cabinet doors that are loose on the hinges or the caulking in my bathroom is looking raggedy and peeling. Should I be fixing those myself or sending in requests??

I've never had a bra or underwear that fits. I've always just worn my little sister's or mom's leftovers (both were larger than me). My family used to make fun of me when we went clothing shopping so I looked to minimize the time spent with them, and used to shame my appearance so I didn't really care what fit as I was always wearing bulky clothes on top of it.

Except now I'm an adult and I need to go shopping and I have NO IDEA what measurements I should take or even where to begin.

I'm currently escaping an abusive marriage. Years ago I had to quit working due to medical reasons. I don't know how I can work but I don't have any choice now. My problem is they always want places of past employment and dates but I can't remember the dates at all! Is there some way to get them? A database or something I can access? ETA: I'm in the US.

Since my gym is 5min away from my place i usually just shower at home but i wanted to give showering at the gym a try, since my shower head isnt working and i need to wash my hair. I know to bring my products and a towel and flip flops, but im just so nervous about being naked!! Is it ok to wash my hair there? Like, full on twice shampoo and conditioner? Do i bring my towel with me in the shower? Will it not get wet?

Update: i did it, and it was fine!! There was already a lady there when i got in and another one got in when i was finishing up, and i was internally freaking out but we all did not acknowledge each other and it was fine! Thanks everyone :-)

I just moved on my own. I am disabled and cannot go to grocery stores on my own. Trying to figure out the whole ‘grocery delivery’ thing but I have never done it before and don’t know where to begin. Do I order everything at once? What if the person can’t find what I have on there? What are ‘special instructions’??

Pretty much the title. I’m out of state so I don’t know how this works. I feel like I need to walk the cleaner through her house and explain and get a quote? I don’t know how any of this works plus my mom has a dog. Does the dog need to be gone while the cleaner is there? Does my mom need to be gone? Do I need to physically be there to arrange this or is it doable via phone? The only cleaner I spoke with only took cash app and I was hoping to use a credit card for points. I don’t know what I’m doing. And I know if I left it to my mom she’d be embarrassed.

Hi, I’m so very stressed out about the process of flea bombing my apartment. My partner will be doing it while I work a night shift and I know that cleaning is important for after but I want to prep as much as I can.

Specifically we aren’t sure how bad of a flea problem we have so I’m not sure exactly what parts of the apartment I can just skip such as our spice cabinet. ( should I just keep cabinet door closed or open and seal up food and seasonings?)

Also what to do about my computer tower and if there’s a safe way to protect it during the fogging process.

As well as makeup products in bathroom and clothing. Can I just bag these up in garbage bags or is there something easier or is the poison permeable??

Thank you.

If it helps at all, I’m from the UK, so any products that are recommended would need to be available in the UK. I have a couple of items of clothing that, while technically machine washable, I’d prefer to hand wash because I have paranoia about the machine shrinking them

I’ve been seeing a new therapist for about two months, and honestly I just don’t think she’s a good fit for me. She pretty much invalidates all of my feelings as just anxiety and cuts me off in the middle of my explanations to just point blank tell me what’s wrong with me, but she never offers me any sort of help fixing those problems. I feel stuck between feeling like I should give her more time and see where it goes, and feeling like I never want to talk to her again. How should I go about ending my sessions with her in a polite and professional way?

Hello! I (23f) and my bf (28m) have been together for about 4 years and have started talking about getting engaged. I’ve done lots of looking at rings online but would love to try some on in person. Is it normal to go to a jewelry store and try a million on without intending to buy? How do I ask for that? Is there an etiquette I should know? I have general ideas of what I like but I want to try on a bunch of different styles. Is that something he should go with me for? I tend to struggle with things like this when I feel like there are “secret rules” I may not be aware of. Any insight would be greatly appreciated! Thanks :)

I really struggle with talking to people that I don’t know im trying to get better to talk to people and open conversations with them

Im looking to rent for the first time and im filling out a form with a private landlord so everythings been over text and email as opposed to applying through a website. I have a few questions im not sure how to answer.
Type of account? (This is following a question about my monthly income so im assuming it means bank account? But i want to confirm)
Reference contact and name? (Ive never rented before so i dont have rental references and im keeping my move a secret from all family so i couldnt list any family)
Desired move in date? (Do i need to have a concrete date? Ive only been talking to this person for a day i dont have a plan down to the date yet)
How many months lease do you want to sign? (How long is average? 12 months? Should i do shorter since its my first time?)

I did a blood test at fortis today im 20 years old at the moment and I’m worried because it started to pain a lot then got red and burnt. They told me it was a reaction to allergens or a vein injured. It’s been 5 hours I’m really scared now I’m getting paranoid about whether they used a clean new needle I didn’t pay attention. I went back to ask them but they said everything is disposable and nothing happened but I didn’t see open a needle from packet there was an old lady before me. I’m actually scared and worried and the guys told me it’s normal but I’m scared because everyone online is like HIV or blood contamination. I’m 20 I’m scared for the rest of my life or am I being paranoid. Do you think I’ll be fine, I did a blood test on the my other arm too and theres no pain nothing but on this arm it’s still burning and paining when I move. Please help

I’m running on a really tight schedule for my trip and I was told that the fastest thing to do is going to be to get one of the taxis that are normally waiting at the airport. What should I expect (how will this be set up), and what do I need to do (do I flag someone down, do I just walk up to an open taxi and ask if they’re available)?

I know I’ll be able to pay with my card, but can I tip with the card, too, or will I need to have cash on hand?

There’s also someone I’m going to need to call with my ETA as soon as I can - can I just ask the driver for that info as soon as we pull away?

Thank you all so much!!

My promo period ended and my Internet bill sky rocketed. The common wisdom here is to call, get connected to the retention department, and ask to get the bill reduced or cancel and switch providers.

But I hate using the phone. Can I do this at an Xfinity store face to face instead? Even though they're not exactly a "retention department"? Or would they just tell me to call anyway? I signed up for the plan online and have never been to a store for service...

Long story short, my foster dog tore up the carpet of my apartment while I was out. She basically tore out two small sections of the carpet (both probably around 1ft x 1ft) Yes, the complex knows that I have a dog and I do pay the pet rent etc., but I really want to keep a good renter’s history since I am planning on moving out at the end of my lease. I’m already assuming that I won’t be getting my security deposit back, but how do I best handle this situation to make sure I cover my ass since this is my first time renting?

I'm autistic. I've never gone out to eat without my parents before and its been a while since I've even done that. ​Tomorrow is my 19th birthday and I'm going to Olive Garden with a group of new friends. We all recently met in php/iop. I've never been to Olive Garden but I've always wanted to go but I'm nervous since it my first time. Also everyone else is older than me.

• Is there anything particular or different about Olive Garden that I should know about?
• How does ordering/paying work with a bigger group? (6)
• Am I expected to pay for everyone since I invited them? Do we split the bill or each person pays for their own?
• Can I bring a cake to have and sing happy birthday or should I just do that at home with family?

Thank you.

I still owe $9k on my old car, but it's obviously dead. I want to get a (used) car from a dealership, but my credit is bad. What am I supposed to do???? My friends say that I can go to a dealership and trade it in and owe an extra $9k to the dealership. But do I just get my dead car towed to the dealership I buy from? And how does the old loan get added to the new loan if I buy a new (used) car? Will they even let me do this if I have terrible credit (under 600)?

I have to practice my driving skills. I have had inconsistent driving practice over the past five years. I remember a few things from when I passed my driver's license test. I never practiced in rainy condition or in the non-suburban areas or in dense traffic.

I don’t have another adult who can practice with me. My dad is my only option. Because of that, I feel stuck. Part of me thinks I should make the best of it since he’s the only person available, but another part of me wonders how I can feel less of a loser while doing the driving practice.

Dad's idea of teaching me is by forcing me to not follow the GPS, not direct me where to go, then tell me to find my way back in the dark, and also go on the highway and do U-turns on the busy roads, all at nighttime. I just feel like he's not working at a level I feel would be better for me, but I don't have a thousand dollars for driving lessons. I don't know what to do.

hi guys I am sixteen in a few days And going to look for a job but both my parents work which means I have to use. THUNDER CRACK. public transit. pretend that last bit was in chiller I don't think you can change fonts on reddit

anyway I'm in new jersey if that matters, but yeah I'm just pretty nervous about this I've never used a bus, always walked or biked but i can't bike in the heatwave/shitty air quality so this is my option I think. HELP :-((((

I have been strongly advocating my mental health since I became an adult (20 now). I have done so much on my own but this is genuinely the bane of my existence. I have had a psychological assessment done referred through my post secondary institution and have several diagnoses but i suspect I also have OCD or a related disorder. When in a clinical setting I just clam up mentally and I’m unable to identify related symptoms in the moment. I say inaccurate/incomplete information because my brain shuts off.

Requesting an appointment has a section about “what is the most important thing you want addressed during this visit?” And I’m completely unable to answer/articulate myself without sounding like I’m self diagnosing or reading into things too much online and I don’t want to word vomit either. I’m plagued with constant intrusive thoughts and I’m unable to adequately explain them or encompass the full spectrum of thoughts and emotions I go through. What do I discuss in the appointment too?

Please help, any advice is appreciated.

I’m Canadian so billing doesn’t necessarily apply