Inside Rylan’s Mind

Join me as I revisit my wild spending habits and quirky money stories from a few years ago to see how my relationship with money has evolved. I'll share how I transformed from a reckless spender to a more mindful saver and whether I've kicked my materialistic habits. Let's explore how my saving strategies have changed and the valuable life lessons I've learned about money. Whether you're a fellow money misfit or...

Join me as I recount the crazy experience of my laptop's Wi-Fi disappearing out of nowhere in Windows 11. I tried everything—reinstalling, troubleshooting with customer support, even driving to a service center—but nothing worked. Then, like magic, the Wi-Fi started working again when I got to the service center! Come along for the ride as I share the ups and downs of this tech mystery and how it resolved itself most unexpected...

I'm sharing my first bubble tea experience—it was a blast! I visited a new bubble tea spot in town and tried a coffee frappuccino with chocolate popping boba. The cashier shared some cool local food insights while my drink was prepared. When it arrived, I shook it up and took my first sip. The coffee and chocolate popping boba combo was delicious! I even learned not to swallow the boba too quickly. Can't wait to go back for...

I'm diving into my wild ride with the college newsletter club. Picture this: I'm a second-year student minding my own business when suddenly I'm roped into this club after a run-in with the Head of Department. What starts as a mysterious assignment turns into a rollercoaster of editing, late-night meetings, and questionable club dynamics. I'll spill the beans on how I unintentionally landed a fancy title, dealt with...

I share a personal story from college about a girl named Sally who had a crush on me. I talk about how I picked up on subtle hints—like her clothing choices and body language—and why I chose to keep my distance to avoid any misunderstandings. Join me as we explore the complexities of unspoken attraction and the challenges of handling such situations with empathy. It's a candid look into the world of college crushes and unrequit...

In this episode, I recount my adventure at an anime-themed ramen cafe, sparked by a delayed invitation from a friend. Join me as I navigate the bustling atmosphere, order oversized bowls of miso and spicy ramen, and struggle with chopsticks. The spicy ramen proves to be a fiery challenge, leading to a failed attempt to recruit friends for help. Ultimately, I reflect on the experience, finding satisfaction despite the overwhelming p...

Join me for a story about my experiences with banks. From having a bank account as a kid to the difficulties of growing up and dealing with problems like not-so-great service, trouble with online transfers, and finding out my account was inactive for a long time. Feel the emotions of deciding to close the account, dealing with negative reviews, and being surprised by good service in another branch. Learn about the steps to close th...

In this episode, I share my journey to mindful content consumption, from ditching toxic dating advice to navigating the pitfalls of self-help overload. Join me as I reflect on reality checks, contradictory content for growth, and the conscious decision to reshape my worldview. Tune in for insights on challenges, the mindful shift in content choices, and stepping back from gurus. It's a candid exploration of intentional media co...

In today's Rickshaw Saga, I've got three monsoon-themed stories that define the chaos of commuting in the rain. First, a stranger's unexpected umbrella rescue saved me from a downpour while waiting for a rickshaw. Then, a leaky rickshaw roof turned my ride into an indoor waterfall, leaving me soaked and sightless behind dirty glasses. Finally, a reckless driver turned my journey into a muddy mess, prompting a near-showd...