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To ask what your best investment in yourself has been?

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HeyItsPickleRick · 04/05/2025 23:08

Come on mumsnet, creep my lifestyle!

Inspired by the personal stylist post - I’m wondering what is the best thing you’ve bought for yourself?

Mine has 100% been my peloton and all the dumbbells. First exercise I’ve ever stuck to!

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nowandyesterday · 05/05/2025 08:37

Braces and regular hygienist appointments
running shoes
monthly deep tissue massages
good food
high thread count bedding
bamboo socks
dermatica skin care

I never used to do any of the above but they now are my essentials and I feel much better for them.

Coaster99 · 05/05/2025 08:33

Invisalign for my crooked teeth (I’m 61F) Currently half way through treatment, can’t believe how better my teeth look already. Bonus is my R sided nasal/sinus issues have almost completely gone away after bothering me for the past few years, esp at night. Maybe due to the Invisalign? Who knows but I’m over the moon!

Bananafofana · 05/05/2025 08:31

Weight loss injections

comoatoupeira · 05/05/2025 08:29

Lazer eye surgery

DeffoNeedANameChange · 05/05/2025 08:28

Nose job in my early twenties (when I was earning an adult salary but didn't have any kids!)

I'd never have the guts to do it now, but I'm so glad I just went ahead and got it done when I was young and impulsive.

Theredjellybean · 05/05/2025 08:26

Weight loss injections
Good running shoes

WendyWagon · 05/05/2025 08:24

Definitely therapy for alcohol dependancy.
I gave up drinking three years ago.
I had tried AA but I found it too cliquey so I sought someone just for me.

As time went on I also bought any food I fancied. Seafood, posh fruit etc. I'd put on a huge amount of weight during my drinking years. I'm now six stones lighter and eat what I please.
I am also selling some investments so I can retire.

Purplecatshopaholic · 05/05/2025 08:22

Tretinoin. Invisalign. A Philips Lumea. Divorce. All life changing in various ways!

Mountainormolehills · 05/05/2025 08:20

My most recent are therapy and a love coach once therapy had ended. She really helped me look forward and value myself so I wouldn’t make the same mistakes while dating again. It worked!

IButtleSir · 05/05/2025 08:18

Ohthatsabitshit · 04/05/2025 23:53

IVF

Of course, can't believe I forgot this one! Sperm from a sperm bank, loads of expensive tests, three failed rounds of IUI, egg collection, one round of IVF with ICSI, then storage for the embryos... all for one little baby (now toddler), who is worth every penny!

Feelingmuchbetter · 05/05/2025 08:14

Weight loss injections
Counselling
Equals - confidence and greater sense of self esteem.

Studying age 50 opened my mind
Cold showers when I am feeling lethargic or miserable

Actually making a plan to follow my own dreams, and focusing on that and not everyone else’s lives/needs/wants.

IButtleSir · 05/05/2025 08:11

HeyItsPickleRick · 04/05/2025 23:30

How did you find a good therapist? I started earlier this year with one I found through BetterHelp but, to be blunt, didn’t find him clever/insightful enough and sacked it off!

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You need to shop around- the first three I tried were rubbish. The fourth one was wonderful.

My best investment is probably regular massages!

KasperBells · 05/05/2025 08:10

Ooh I have loved reading this thread!!
Laser eye surgery- had in 2004, my eyesight was awful and I became intolerant to contact lens, still the best money I ever spent!
Working part time- love that I have time for the kids and not completely shattered the whole time.
Adjustable free weights for exercising at home (I do the free Caroline Girvan workouts on you tube)

IthasYes · 05/05/2025 08:07

How much are weight loss jabs

LakieLady · 05/05/2025 08:06

Driving lessons. The best jobs I've had have been jobs that required a driving licence.

I have a couple of friends who've never learned to drive (I'm 69, and it wasn't that unusual for my generation) and their lives are so restricted by it.

DouDouBob · 05/05/2025 08:02

Jk987 · 05/05/2025 07:50

Yes! Multi focal lense replacement (not laser). I had no idea about it until I saw an ad and went for a free assessment. Surgery is today!

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Thank you. I'm mid 50s (54), would they consider doing it at my age? How much are you having to pay? How do you start the process? Via the GP or opticians, e.g. Specsavers?

Wishing you all the best with your surgery.

squashyhat · 05/05/2025 08:00

An electric bike. I have rheumatoid arthritis and although it's pretty well controlled with medication I have gradually had to cut back on walking for exercise over the years. It's quite hilly where I live and I'm amazed how far I can get. An added bonus is I'm using the car less for short journeys.

BountifulPantry · 05/05/2025 07:58

NoTouch · 04/05/2025 23:19

Weight loss injections, life changing.

Helped me lose a significant amount of weight over the last year, off two medications I no longer need, blood pressure normal, more mobile and starting to exercise again.

Is second this. I’ve lost 25% of my body weight. I can do yoga hiking jogging. 0 aches and pains. I’m loving life

Psychologymam · 05/05/2025 07:58

HeyItsPickleRick · 04/05/2025 23:30

How did you find a good therapist? I started earlier this year with one I found through BetterHelp but, to be blunt, didn’t find him clever/insightful enough and sacked it off!

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Read up a little about different types of therapy - it does depend on why you are attending. But also, see can you ring a few and have a chat. The relationship is most important and you want someone you click with and you can challenge you appropriately and compassionately. Think about what you want. Ask people around for recommendations.

Stressedoutforever · 05/05/2025 07:56

My husband paid but a bean to cup coffee machine- I instantly feel better having a decent coffee in the morning and it's saved me a fortune!

Gundogday · 05/05/2025 07:55

When I saw the title of the thread, I immediately thought of the ‘Style by Susie’ online consultation I did a few years ago which determined my shape, colour and gave me lots of ideas of clothes and make up I should wear (and avoid). Even last week, I was shopping with a friend and we still referred to it.

Makes shopping so much easier and has given me so much more confidence. For once I feel stylish rather than struggling. Not saying I get it right all the time, and I still have ‘what do I wear’ days?’ but it’s so much easier now.

NotSorry · 05/05/2025 07:55

Therapy and having my colours done

EleanorReally · 05/05/2025 07:52

i also have a bird app so actually listen to the birds while out walking

Zempy · 05/05/2025 07:51

Divorce
Weight Loss Injections

Jk987 · 05/05/2025 07:50

DouDouBob · 05/05/2025 07:41

For those recommending laser eye surgery or other types of eye surgeries, is there a surgical option for people whose vision has only deteriorated after the age of 40, particularly those who need separate glasses for both reading and driving? I’m really frustrated, as I don't get on with verifocals and am constantly switching between glasses, it is so limiting.

Yes! Multi focal lense replacement (not laser). I had no idea about it until I saw an ad and went for a free assessment. Surgery is today!

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