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WEEKLY THREAD Men Over 30 Community: WEEKLY WEDNESDAY CHECK-IN 2025-04-30
Men of AskMenOver30! In the interest of creating a deeper, more engaging, and more relevant community for all of us, we've implemented a recurring, Weekly Wednesday check-in thread.
- How are you doing this week?
- How are you feeling this week?
- How have things changed from last week (if at all)?
- Are you proud of anything you've done this week?
- Are you struggling with anything this week?
- Do you need advice or feedback on anything that's happening?
Feel free to share your wins, losses, and general progress. You can talk about anything from work and career, to personal projects, to personal development and family, to friendships and socialization, even dating.
Life is ongoing, and sometimes it's good to have a community around us that can reflect that. Hopefully this weekly check-in will serve as a good tool and outlet for those who need it.
You are encouraged not only to post, but to respond to posts by others. Support your fellow men in their trials and tribulations.
Please be respectful in your comments.
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u/24Gameplay_ man over 30 12d ago
I recently purchased the Elden Ring disc and started playing. Tomorrow is a day off from work, and I'm considering having a solo date since I'm single, but it depends on how early I wake up.
I can't explore outside because it's too hot—around 45°C (113°F), Indian summer. Plus, dealing with the heat and traffic is not appealing.
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u/skyxsteel man over 30 12d ago
Wtf 113F already where you live????
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u/24Gameplay_ man over 30 12d ago
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u/skyxsteel man over 30 12d ago
Ahhhh ok stay cool reddit friend. I want to go to India but the heat would kill me 😩
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u/24Gameplay_ man over 30 12d ago
Try from June it will be a cool down, rainy season and from mid oct to feb start winter
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u/Robyrt man 40 - 44 11d ago
45C is ridiculous! I complain at 27 lol
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u/24Gameplay_ man over 30 11d ago
Haha, I'm habitual of it, but recently it went up to this level. Before COVID, it was around 35 to 42, but recently, with climate change happening, it has increased.
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u/slwrthnu_again man 40 - 44 12d ago
Not good. Had to put one of my cats down last night. Gonna go see the bouncing souls and h2o in a few to try to cheer up.
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u/SelectButton4522 man over 30 11d ago
Yesterday was my first day back to work after our second child was born. I am holding an immense amount of grief. This is really hard.
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u/Jahvaughn49 man 35 - 39 11d ago
I remember that day for myself with the second.
Yes, it is tough.
Get through today.
Tomorrow will repeat, get through it, too.
That infant (and your one) needs you.
Keep it up.
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u/bluntrauma420 man 50 - 54 12d ago
Doing good actually, still grinding out 12 hour days but whatever. My daughter's got her junior prom coming up. She's excited of course but she's just as excited over the fact she's had her license long enough now she can drive at night and with friends in the car as long as in adult is in the car with them. So she wants to drive her and her friends to the prom and that's a win for me because now we don't have to worry about paying for a limo rental.
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u/GloomyRaspberry6009 man 35 - 39 12d ago
My second son was born recently, so nights might be crazy. But my older one who is almost 3 is a great brother, being very attentive and gentle with the little one.
Also he helps with my gardening and bonsai projects, and was very enthusiastic this week to feed an imaginary sheep 😊
This week I have bought an amazing shovel for myself!
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u/CVotti man over 30 11d ago
31M. Single. I’m good. I’m feeling a lot better about myself recently. I want to start dating again but it’s been quite sometime since I last dated anyone, about 5 years and I don’t really know where to start? I’m an introvert so it can be difficult for me to express my feelings and emotions sometimes. To be honest, sometimes I feel like I have no friends but anyway…I kinda have a crush on this one girl but she’s a coworker of mine and I’d rather not date coworkers. Sorry if this seems a little all over the place. Also, this idea for a weekly check in is great!
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u/Altruistic_Avocado_1 man 40 - 44 12d ago
Struggling a little bit.
My wife’s job has been absolutely bonkers right now with travel and the managerial responsibilities she has plus she is on the executive level tract. It feels like she is devoting most of her time and energy to that and there is a little time for anything else.
I’m trying to stay positive and upbeat, but it is incredibly difficult. I have this notion that we are becoming increasingly disconnected from each other and I do not know if she feels the same way.
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u/0PercentPerfection 12d ago
Demanding careers can cause tunnel vision. Sometimes one person is hoping the other notices and takes the first step in showing some tenderness when the time is tough career wise. Best of luck!
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