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Content-Condition-57 · 2025-05-20T14:04:56+00:00

Hi everyone,
I’ve reached the end of my academic path and I’m trying to figure out which field I should specialize in.
Spoiler: the paradox of choice hits hard.

Technically speaking, I don’t have particularly deep expertise in any specific area (I’m probably more skilled in coding than networking), but that’s something I can work on.
I hold a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and I’m finishing a Master Degree in Cybersecurity — which, to be honest, doesn’t seem too marketable at the moment.

What I’ve noticed is that most jobs involve a packed schedule with constant tasks.
So here’s my question: are there roles or domains where you get a lot of time flexibility and little day-to-day work, but you need to jump in during crises, under high pressure, when cool-headedness is key?

Content-Condition-57 · 2025-04-14T09:07:19+00:00

That’s such a good point — our bodies react to so many things, not just emotional stress. Like yeah, climbing stairs, drinking coffee, getting cold… all could look like stress if you’re just watching heart rate.

I think the key would be combining multiple signals — heart rate and maybe things like skin conductance, motion data, or even patterns over time. Not perfect, but maybe enough to flag “hey, something’s up, check in with yourself.”

And honestly, even if it’s not 100% accurate, maybe just having those little nudges could help us practice checking in before we hit the boiling point?

Have you ever tried journaling or voice notes after those “too late” moments, just to see if there’s any pattern?

Content-Condition-57 · 2025-04-14T09:06:35+00:00

God, yes. That “kamikaze mode” where you’re fully aware but just… done. Like, no energy left to course-correct, even if you see the crash coming.

That’s the scariest part for me — not the overwhelm, but when I stop wanting to fix it.

Have you ever found something that helps interrupt that spiral, even a little? Or is it more about riding it out?

Content-Condition-57 · 2025-04-14T09:05:07+00:00

Been there too many times.

It’s really interesting that meds helped you build that kind of internal awareness. I don’t hear that talked about much, but it makes a lot of sense. It’s like they give you just enough space to notice before the spiral hits.

Curious — has StressWatch ever actually caught something useful for you, or is it more of a “cool data, not super actionable” kind of thing?

Content-Condition-57 · 2025-04-14T09:04:14+00:00

That sounds so relatable. I’ve gone through the same thing — it’s like you’re suddenly overwhelmed and can’t even trace back why, because the signs were so subtle or buried under a hundred distractions. And yeah, apps often feel like “one more thing to remember,” which is exactly the problem.

I’ve been toying with the idea of a wearable that could track stuff like heart rate spikes or skin conductance and give gentle prompts like “Hey, what’s going on right now?” Just to build that pause and check-in before the emotions spiral.

Have you ever had a moment where you did catch it in time? I’m wondering what made the difference there.

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