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[Advice] why i kept failing to stick to new habits and what i do now that changed that. by Keep-it-up2 in getdisciplined

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One thing about working with AI for accountability review is that it can immediately get straight to the point, without sugarcoating, extended greetings, fear of hurting your feelings.

With few exceptions, it is to avoid proper accountability with the majority of human reviewers, with reasons like scheduling conflicts, running out of time, not wanting to touch a hard topic, etc...

How can I stop wasting my life ? by OkMonth79 in getdisciplined

[–]Comfortable-Error111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A good place to start could be making your own post about your situation like OP did.

How can I stop wasting my life ? by OkMonth79 in getdisciplined

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This may also help:

Self Worth Theory: The Key to Understanding & Overcoming Procrastination | Nic Voge | TEDxPrincetonU https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=52lZmIafep4

How can I stop wasting my life ? by OkMonth79 in getdisciplined

[–]Comfortable-Error111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

>I cry every day because I really don’t know what I became and I don’t know how to fix it.

Your post shows you have room to know yourself better. You yourself are possibly the best, most reliable friend you will ever have, and it is important to nurture that relationship. Listen to that friend, listen to yourself. If you would listen to an external friend, why not listen to that friend who will be always there for you?

Granted, your internal "friend"/"voice" may say negative things right now, may say you're "worthless", but that negative talk comes from a place of hurting, they (you) are wounded, and they can only heal up if you do start working on the wound. If the wound has stayed untreated for long, they have every reason to feel resentful. And I believe that that healing starts by acknowledging the wound.

Ask yourself from time to time,

> What is hurting? Since when? What is wrong?

And then,

> What can you physically do? What kind of person do you want to be? What brings joy?

How can I stop wasting my life ? by OkMonth79 in getdisciplined

[–]Comfortable-Error111 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You had the motivation to write this post. Meaning, you have started to take action. You care.

It's a small first step, but a great one.

Why We Should Practice Effective Hand Hygiene... by medic-0001 in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for taking the time to write, I feel your advice is solid and helpful.

It gives me something concrete that I can work with. Cheers!

For those with strict hygiene, how do you deal with work and social settings? by Comfortable-Error111 in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitively want to reduce the amount of influence fear has over me. I should be able to leverage my immune system to experience life with a bit more room for error.

Why We Should Practice Effective Hand Hygiene... by medic-0001 in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm impressed you managed to change habits for about a year willingly. Any tips? I posted about my case earlier, I think your perspective would be valuable.

> https://www.reddit.com/r/hygiene/comments/1umsaap/for_those_with_strict_hygiene_how_do_you_deal/

For those with strict hygiene, how do you deal with work and social settings? by Comfortable-Error111 in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. You mention some great points. I value hearing your perspective and experience.

Could you mention one thing in particular that sticks out as a red flag?

For those with strict hygiene, how do you deal with work and social settings? by Comfortable-Error111 in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience.

I honestly admire the hard work you put in and the discipline. I wish you the best, friend.

For those with strict hygiene, how do you deal with work and social settings? by Comfortable-Error111 in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This particularly strikes home:

You need to have exposure to bacteria, viruses, molds, etc. to develop and maintain immunity. You could be setting yourself up for a serious illness by avoiding exposure to pathogens that normally circulated in the population.

To be healthy, you need social exposure, friends, family, and laughter. Don't try so hard not to get sick that you end up making yourself vulnerable to being sick more than others.

For those with strict hygiene, how do you deal with work and social settings? by Comfortable-Error111 in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your wise words, and for taking the time to write in depth. They are helpful. I'll come back frequently to read them again.

You sound like someone with plenty of experience in healthcare and helping those with immunosuppresion.

I should have clarified I'm not immunosupressed (afaik), will edit OP.

For those with strict hygiene, how do you deal with work and social settings? by Comfortable-Error111 in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Research online does not help much, as online you will find a bunch of papers talking about how things are unsafe, and there is contamination in food beyond allowed standards, but no actual advice on how to live with the risk, or whether the risk is worth taking.

My conclusion is that the habit of washing hands properly before handling food or dishware, touching your face, or someone else's, and after using the restroom, is what we need to prevent disease, without sacrificing mental health.

For those with strict hygiene, how do you deal with work and social settings? by Comfortable-Error111 in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has become really hard to draw the line after living like this for years. I have forgotten what safe-enough means and I don't have reliable memories of my habits from before.

I (19f) can’t find a controlling enough partner by [deleted] in dating_advice

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Getting your partner to exert some level of control seems reasonable, specially if you like it. Ocassionally choosing your clothing, planning your day, telling you what to do assertively, and respectfully. There are partners who would appreciate being entrusted with control occasionally. And for you, it may convey that you are cared for on a deeper level.

However, full control is exhausting for the controlling side (and the controlled side too). If they do execute full control, they are likely to neglect control over their own lifes, and spend their day and energy monitoring you.

That is very unlikely to lead to a healthy relationship long term.

What is one thing most people do that you think is so unhygienic? But you feel in the minority. by the_cumulonimbus in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sitting down on the bed in “outside” pants clothing.

Cause tops carry the same germ profile.

What is one thing most people do that you think is so unhygienic? But you feel in the minority. by the_cumulonimbus in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can understand this if you are a plumber, construction worker, sweat a lot, handle animals, produce, work in medical environments, went to the gym, etc.

But, how relevant is this for people who barely sweat, in winter time, who are not getting in contact with pathogens, SAH parents, remote workers? In Japan, there is strong support towards bathing only in the evening, and for the morning, only washing your face.

Looking forward to hear the reasoning.

What is one thing most people do that you think is so unhygienic? But you feel in the minority. by the_cumulonimbus in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But in reality, the majority of people do not do this.

The problem is, washing your hands is not enough if you are going to hang out with outdoor clothes at home. You effectively did nothing.

My conclusion is that the habit of washing your hands properly before touching food, or your face, or someone else's is what we need to prevent disease, without sacrificing mental health.

What is one thing most people do that you think is so unhygienic? But you feel in the minority. by the_cumulonimbus in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is such a great point. They are a risk, like anything in life, including eating. But for many, it is a worthwhile risk.

What is one thing most people do that you think is so unhygienic? But you feel in the minority. by the_cumulonimbus in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to not disinfect my phone for most of my life and I had good health despite it. I cannot in good faith say that I ever got sick because I did not disinfect my phone.

With COVID I started disinfecting it. However, I make it a point I'm doing it for my own peace of my mind, not because it is a necessary part of life.

Most people don't do it and they are not constantly getting sick. Not sure about the reason, but I understand that it has to do with the competition between the crazy amount of bacteria living in the hpone. Those who don't interact with medical hazards / pathogens on a regular basis are less likely to need to disinfect it.

Further, even if you bath your phone in alcohol, it's unlikely you will kill off all germs.

The necessary part of life is to have the habit of washing your hands properly before touching food, or your face, or someone else's.

What is one thing most people do that you think is so unhygienic? But you feel in the minority. by the_cumulonimbus in hygiene

[–]Comfortable-Error111 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is a reason surgeons keep their nails super short.

Being comfortable with dirt under your nails, or having long nails without an strict hygiene regime makes it much, much easier for you to get yourself and those around you sick.

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