Raff's Brain #44: Hot Yoga Problems - Cold Weather, Credit Card Hackers, 200th Flow, and MORE!

Some rambling thoughts on my drive back from the hot yoga studio. Today's problem(s): cold weather, credit card hackers, 200th flow, and more!

Hot Yoga Problems is a part of Raff's Brain, a show about things that are interesting to me, Rob Raffety. See: www.RaffsBrain.com

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SUMMARY:
In this candid and humorous episode of Raff's Brain, Rob Raffety reflects on the ups and downs of his post-Thanksgiving return to hot yoga. From battling the cold weather to navigating credit card fraud and managing fasting apps, Rob shares a series of relatable and absurd problems with his trademark wit. The episode wraps on a high note as Rob celebrates his 200th hot yoga flow milestone, contemplating the benefits of his yoga journey and how it helps stave off an alternate universe where health and wellness are ignored.

OUTLINE:
Introduction to Hot Yoga Problems

• Rob acknowledges the challenges of balancing health and indulgence post-Thanksgiving.
• Reflections on navigating multiple Thanksgiving feasts and managing fasting apps.

Problem #1: The Cold Weather Struggle

• Adjusting to the chilly mornings of Northern Virginia.
• Nostalgic comparisons to Syracuse’s snowy winters.

Problem #2: Credit Card Chaos

• Repeated incidents of credit card fraud wreak havoc on Rob’s auto-payments.
• Frustration with updating subscription services, including his yoga studio.
• Speculation on inside jobs at banks and humor about what scams Rob wouldn't run.

The Resolution

• Clearing his name with the yoga studio after being flagged for fraudulent activity.
• A missed opportunity to cash in on Black Friday yoga discounts.

Milestone Celebration

• Rob marks his 200th hot yoga class at CorePower Yoga.
• Reflections on his two-year yoga journey and its benefits (or lack thereof).
• Gratitude for how hot yoga keeps him healthier than an alternate “sloth” version of himself.

Closing Note

• A motivational pledge to keep the yoga streak alive for 200 more classes.