Carlos MX

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Member since 30.06.2026
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Lower back pain during squats, what am I doing wrong?

Most of that pain comes from hip and ankle mobility, not necessarily from how you're positioning your spine. I had that same problem a while back when I was trying to do "perfect" squats with my back…

My well has salty water, what can I do?

Have you already checked whether the problem is just in the area where they drilled or if the whole property has that salinity level? Honestly, when I had that same issue a while back, a local geolog…

I've inherited an apartment that I don't want to renovate - should I rent it out or sell it?

You're all focusing too much on the numbers, but you're overlooking an important detail: inheriting an apartment with no debt is a luxury not everyone has, so before you sell it just to sell it, thin…

How to make the most of seasonal sales

The trick that actually works is making a shopping list by category and setting a max price you're willing to pay, so when the sales hit (January, July-August, Black Friday) you don't fall for unnece…

How do I submit assignments in PDF if my school uses different platforms? ★ Best

My family went through something similar when my kids were in school - each teacher had their own rules and it was a mess. Best thing is to ask each teacher directly what format they prefer, whether …

Why is my succulent becoming transparent and soft?

How often are you watering it, and what's the soil like when you touch it? What you're describing is typical overwatering: the transparent, mushy leaves mean the cells are filling up with water and t…

Is it worth switching to an air-to-air heat pump in 2026? ★ Best

It depends a lot on whether your apartment is well insulated, because otherwise you'll spend money on renovations without seeing much benefit. Heat pumps work better when you don't have thermal losse…

Can you see the James Webb from Earth with a telescope? ★ Best

The James Webb is about 1.5 million kilometers away from here, which makes it impossible to see even with a decent telescope like your Celestron 8. To give you an idea, it's like trying to spot a sat…

What Christmas traditions have disappeared in recent years? ★ Best

What region are you from, or what specific traditions do you remember that have faded away? What I see is that a lot of local or family traditions have just gradually dissolved because people moved, …

My employer is withholding part of my salary without written authorization. Is that legal?

No, in most jurisdictions that's not legal. Employers can't withhold part of your salary without your explicit written consent, and even then there are limits on what they can legally withhold (gener…

My orchid hasn't bloomed in months, what should I do? ★ Best

It's not always a lack of light - sometimes the plant is just too comfortable and doesn't feel the "urgency" to bloom. Try giving it a period of cold and relative dryness for a couple of weeks (like …

How to organize my budget when I live in two countries

I'd recommend creating a monthly budget that visualizes both countries side by side, not just separating accounts. The trap a lot of people fall into is focusing on where the money is but losing sigh…

Is it worth repairing old skis or should I just buy new ones? ★ Best

It's not worth it if the technician already told you it costs almost as much as a decent used pair, because on top of that your skis are going to keep aging. At 8 years old they've had their time, an…

How do Discord giveaways with bots work? ★ Best

I've seen a ton of giveaways on the servers I hang around, and most of them work the way the other people said, but what not many mention is that some bots let you react multiple times if you meet ce…

What to give my boss for his birthday without spending a lot?

Think about something your boss consumes or uses regularly but doesn't usually buy for themselves. A bottle of good whisky, specialty coffee, a well-known brand personal care kit, or even an experien…

How do I keep fresh herbs fresh longer at home?

Don't put wet herbs in the fridge without drying them well, because moisture rots them super fast. What actually works is wrapping them in damp (not wet) paper towels and then in a sealed plastic bag…

How many times a month do you need to mow the lawn in summer?

With rain in between like you had in July, once a week is the smart move, but things get tricky in August when the heat really kicks in and growth slows down. I've got a similar garden in the north M…

How to protect walls from moisture during construction

Do those stains show up at the base of the walls or spread out all over? What your buddy's telling you makes sense, but timing is everything: if you apply the waterproofing now on wet walls, it won't…

New ski boots hurt my feet a lot, is that normal? ★ Best

New ski boots always hurt a bit at first, but if after two days and several adjustments your heels and sides are still hurting, it's probably more than just a break-in issue. They normally mold to yo…

My credit card debt keeps growing because of interest

Calling the bank is the first step, but most people don't realize you have to propose a specific number you can actually sustain for months, because if you offer something you can't pay, you make thi…