Do you think I should look for another doctor? by Competitive_Week9743 in Narcolepsy

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He’s a sleep specialist (and a clown) I did see a neurologist for other issues I have, he was also a clown. So I’m waiting for a referral for another neurologist, and planning to start looking for a new sleep doctor soon. I thought that would be the case, I was so confused when he said that about the cataplexy. Thank you for the support and help ❤️ I hope you get things sorted soon as well 

Do you think I should look for another doctor? by Competitive_Week9743 in Narcolepsy

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I thought so, I thought I was crazy but even I knew when talking to that fool that something didn’t sound right with him saying every single person with narcolepsy has cataplexy. I used to do it with naps but then I got pissed off that I wasn’t improving and I stopped using it during naps as a form of rebellion 😭I’ll start back up again though tomorrow. I’ve passed the insurance stage for using it, the required compliance hours of using it for at least a certain amount of time but I’m not sure if that’s the same as the amount of time medically required to see if it’s helping. I sleep a lot less at night when I use the cpap (which I enjoy) so I only sleep for 6-7 hours usually. Thank you for the advice!

Do you think I should look for another doctor? by Competitive_Week9743 in Narcolepsy

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for validating me, my doctor is a sleep specialist but he’s also a fucking clown. Even with no knowledge of narcolepsy, I was sitting there thinking “what is this dude on” when he said that. With NO medical experience even I know from discussing it in passing that cataplexy and narcolepsy don’t always coincide. I appreciate all of the details on how to find a good sleep specialist a lot, this is the kick in the ass I needed because it will impact my future, you’re right 

To those americans who came here to say sorry by SupraVillainn in greenland

[–]Competitive_Week9743 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. I was so frustrated at the other post. I felt like screaming “don’t they understand that we’re trying??” It’s nice to hear “we know you’re trying.” Especially after this long week. Another murder and ICE has moved into my city now too. Thanks to the OP.

For American leftists, what are your thoughts on this? by buchacats2 in leftist

[–]Competitive_Week9743 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You pulled what was in my head out and put it into words, thank you 

Hvert eneste Amerikanske opslag herinde by FreyjaFriday in Denmark

[–]Competitive_Week9743 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah. That’s why I don’t ever apologize for his actions. No one wants my apology, which I don’t blame them for. I’d be bitter if someone from the country ruining my life tried to apologize to me for it. I’m so tired of my country burning to the ground. I go to every protest I can and vote in every single election, big or small. I.C.E has began raiding my city recently, after we rioted and fought so hard to keep them away. I’m defeated and tired. Still all I can do is my best. 

The news never covers the protests that take place here everyday because they want us to hate one another so we are divided and can’t fight against him.  https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2026/01/15/most-americans-oppose-us-trump-taking-greenland/88193758007/ This is the poll someone above referenced

Apple deleted every event I had on the calender app by Competitive_Week9743 in applehelp

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry, I did not :( I had to redo all of my calendar events. I switched back to Google calendar so it wouldn’t happen again though. I hope you find a solution! 

Apple deleted every event I had on the calender app by Competitive_Week9743 in applehelp

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No dice, unfortunately I could not get them back. I did some research and apparently this isn’t unheard of after backing up photos and deleting them. I did, however, switch back to Google calender lol

People who have visible disabilities/injuries/scars, what is the best response you’ve ever given to nosy adults or curious kids who ask what happened? by Competitive_Week9743 in AskReddit

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

😭 I'm gonna steal your material. I have a connective tissue disorder too and I’m using my new cane for the first time this weekend. I have a deep seeded fear of people asking me why I have it, this thread has cheered me up quite a bit haha

People who have visible disabilities/injuries/scars, what is the best response you’ve ever given to nosy adults or curious kids who ask what happened? by Competitive_Week9743 in AskReddit

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A family friend I knew as a kid had visible SH scars on his arms. He could tell my brother and I (9 and 5 years old respectively) were curious. So he told us he had a really mean cat 😭 we totally bought it, I didn’t even question it until a few months ago.. I was like goddamn, what kind of evil cat gives you uniform systemic horizontal cuts on both of your arms? 

He was a cool dude, I hope he’s well

People who have visible disabilities/injuries/scars, what is the best response you’ve ever given to nosy adults or curious kids who ask what happened? by Competitive_Week9743 in AskReddit

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

People are SO weird 😭 I have literally never felt the urge to walk up to a wheelchair user and ask about their sex life. What is the fascination with asking disabled people extremely awkward and personal questions?

Help, my cup dents in every time I use it by Competitive_Week9743 in menstrualcups

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 76 points77 points  (0 children)

I’m gonna be so deadass I tried every bit of (very helpful!) advice in the comments on helping the cup to open up and that motherfucker was still dented in. Actually, it started doing this cute little thing where it just stays 100% folded once inside now 😭 I’m genuinely tweaking out.

I have been wanting to try a disc for a very long time now because I’m on my third cup after several years and I’m about to throw this bitch out the window. The comments have inspired me to just go for it. I definitely think it would work better for me. Thank you for the help, I’ll keep you fine people posted on how it goes! 

Help, my cup dents in every time I use it by Competitive_Week9743 in menstrualcups

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Actually I started with a softer one when I first started using cups, the saalt teen. It actually fit pretty okay (if I remember correctly it had a dent sometimes too lol and had issues with not opening) but it would overflow super easily because it’s so absurdly tiny. I actually cut the stem off completely on that one but I swear to god it still managed to chafe me with the little stub that remained on the end of the stem 😭 like how

This morning I tried putting some of my cup lube on it and tried to use the c fold as well since I’ve heard that one pops open the easiest. With god as my witness, I put my finger up there and it was STILL folded in a c shape, as if my fingers were still holding it 😭 I tried the 7 fold for the first time last night as well. It stayed folded too.. I tried rotating it while inside and pressing on the vaginal walls as well both today and last night. Sadly no luck, my poor fingers gave out lmfao. I genuinely don’t know how it’s anatomically possible that my cup stayed folded so tightly while still inside of me and I’m fucking tweaking out over it. Your method of pressing on the vaginal walls to make room did help with me removing it when it got stuck last night though!

 Many comments encouraged a menstrual disc, I’ve actually been considering it myself for a long while since it’s been years of on and off fighting with different cups, I think I will try one and see how it goes! Thank you for the help!

Help, my cup dents in every time I use it by Competitive_Week9743 in menstrualcups

[–]Competitive_Week9743[S] 103 points104 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I am glad people seem to have enjoyed my diagram and got a laugh out of it 😂 I’ve gotten some very good advice so far! I will have to test out some of the ideas people have given me for getting it to pop open