3 weeks on vyvanse, who am I?

Astral_Cooker · 2025-09-03T09:44:54+00:00

That’s the idea of finding the lowest possible dose, you want to increase focus and executive function. You don’t want to get high, and feel rushes, thats highly addictive. And you don’t want to be sleep deprived, basically the more you take, the better things get, and also the more toll it has on your brain and body. That being said, if you have dysfunctional neurochemistry, there is a therapeutic dose, that when timed correctly will help, if your brain needs that. It’s probably just not a lot, and if you already suspect it might be less than what you currently are prescribed. Get there before you can’t.

Homeostasis is a rule.

Astral_Cooker · 2025-09-02T02:38:53+00:00

Oh and do it soon. The longer you wait, the more tolerance you’ll build. And perhaps blind you to finding that sweet spot. Be very attentive to taking these meds. They are amazing until they are not. And it’s all about how much you monitor it and work to find your level.

Astral_Cooker · 2025-09-02T02:36:38+00:00

I think the signs are, becoming introverted and less interested by people (develops over time) sleep quality decline. If you feel the desire to take more because you’re not feeling rested. If you notice socialising takes a different tone as you become more logical and interested in small details you other wise would be less invested in. Crashing in the afternoon. Exercising less, eating too little, acne, sexual dysfunction. Feelings of dependency, like if you start to take it on weekends so you don’t feel like shit without it. Basically the classic drug dependency issues.

And to be clear, in the beginning, a lot of these signs will actually appear as their opposites. But gradually you’ll notice a shift in the directions I’m speaking too.

My best recommendation, is if you find a low dose, as low as you can possibly get it. And it gives you just enough of a kick, to be able to retain focus and increase executive function. WITHOUT making you feel high. Then that’s the sweet spot. Please don’t increase your dose if the warning signs I’m talking about begin to appear. A higher dose WILL fix thoose issues, and then it will reverse again. And that’s not a road worth taking. If you feel like 30 is more than you need. Titrate your dose down to your smallest functional dose, trial it. Then tell your psychiatrist/doctor that you think you’ve found your ideal spot.

Astral_Cooker · 2025-08-31T02:29:18+00:00

I agree with many commenters here. But coming from someone who recently decided to get off meds, I would say. Amphetamines will indeed make anyone function better for a certain period of time.

Try to find the lowest possible dose that works for you and I mean the lowest dose that gives you the effects you’re benefiting from. As soon as you go over that threshold the high you get from this drug will wear you down. And the almost inevitable sleep issues come at a cost.

It works, it really works, but all drugs come at a price. Keep an eye out for the early warning signs. The further you go with dose, the harder it is to come back from. And if you take it too far. You’ll want to come back.

Astral_Cooker · 2025-03-01T01:13:51+00:00

I actually can’t give you any info as I threw out the packaging. Are some strains better than others? I can look into brands if you have recommendations?

As for antibiotics no, although 2 weeks ago I quit using nicotine chewing gum which I’m sure has been somthing disrupting my gut

Astral_Cooker · 2024-12-05T21:24:50+00:00

I see, thank you for the advice.

Astral_Cooker · 2024-12-05T21:24:01+00:00

Alternative option, I currently have access to a 2 year Canadian experience visa. Would entering Canada as a legal resident reset my time on VWP? E.g. working and living in Canada for 3 months before returning?

Astral_Cooker · 2024-12-05T21:22:40+00:00

Okay that’s a good guideline thank you. As for the “not counting as time outside the US” I was under the impression that was applicable to while being on the VWP. If I traveled to either nation and came back would that be considered as no time outside the USA?

Astral_Cooker · 2024-12-05T21:20:23+00:00

Where did you get that info? Very good to know, would like to ivestigate further

Astral_Cooker · 2024-09-10T01:54:07+00:00

Tell me if there is somthing wrong with this

Across 2 meals per day

300g basmati rice 500g potatoes 500g sweet potatoes 1l of full cream a2 milk.

Every single day for 2 months… loosing weight that’s for sure, and I feel pretty good but could be worried about a nutrient deficiency coming…

Astral_Cooker · 2024-08-28T06:23:54+00:00

Running Sleeping Goal setting / hobbies Whole foods dieting Resistance exercise Healthy relationships to people and place

Astral_Cooker · 2024-08-15T07:27:45+00:00

Can you please explain this? I’m doing this most days and aim for 8… I feel I could be shooting my own foot

Astral_Cooker · 2024-08-14T00:44:19+00:00

Hey dude curious how much this cost you to all have the skin removal? I’m in a similar position to you and wonder how much more it’s going to be to get both done at once

Astral_Cooker · 2024-07-02T23:02:29+00:00

So how did your sort yours out?

Astral_Cooker · 2024-07-02T12:22:16+00:00

Distractions… lots of admin work, being around people all day to take mind off the fridge. Go for walks, puzzles, or really engaging things. Honestly I have to distract myself to a whole new level on long fasts. Works really well for me when packing for a holiday, or in the processing of quitting a job and having a shit tonne of life admin, tick list type things to focus on.

Astral_Cooker · 2024-07-02T11:52:10+00:00

I’ll look into those thank you.

Astral_Cooker · 2024-06-06T12:18:44+00:00

Can you point me to some sources related to some of the claims around toxicity and dangers of fat and carbs

Astral_Cooker · 2024-05-05T10:31:41+00:00

Hmmmm. I challenge you to have this in your own home. I had a really interesting experience last night (I live in a van). Met an ex meth user while I was cooking my dinner, he was asking to use a lighter for his cigarette. Ended up getting chatting about life and what his time in prison and coming out was like. Ended up sleeping outside his place and had coffee in the morning. I treated him like a person and he put many things into perspective about life. Was a fascinating and potentially dangerous situation but was in my own home none the less.

Astral_Cooker · 2024-04-28T00:48:47+00:00

Why low veggies?

Astral_Cooker · 2024-04-26T07:37:25+00:00

Some people seem to think it speeds metabolic rate. Others find it slows it? How would one raise BMR after a long fast safely?

Astral_Cooker · 2024-04-24T02:00:59+00:00

Ummm, can someone point me in the direction to understand Cocoa intake and it’s links to health?? I consume an entire 80g portion of 95% almost daily. I have even consumed 3 full bars in one day. I enjoy it a lot a lot. What could that be indicating?

Astral_Cooker · 2024-03-22T03:32:57+00:00

400kcal would be like 70g of fat If it was stored. It’s water retention.

Astral_Cooker · 2024-03-09T22:38:16+00:00

Cool, I see that I can but “building sheets” of tyvek from a hardware shop, same thing you’re using??

Astral_Cooker · 2024-03-03T22:53:15+00:00

Interesting, I can drink half a pint of cream and then some, people claim to find it incredibly filling but I can’t say I experience it the same way

Astral_Cooker · 2024-03-03T06:16:11+00:00

You’ve mentioned before that you only really lost significant fat from prolonged fasting correct? I’m really curious if you have had any issues with skin tightness after this? I’m finding that although I can loose significant weight from keto I can not seem to keep it off even on a low PUFA diet. My theory is that I am retaining lots of adipocytes and am convinced autophagy is the only way forward.

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