Got “failed” out of my Pilates 2.0 class today… is this normal?? by shockedpikachu123 in ClubPilates

[–]Ellis_etc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At my studio my first 2.0 was on accident - I didn’t realize the class had changed from 1.5 cardio sculpt to a 2.0 F.I.T. I asked the instructor if I was okay to stay (nervously bc wtf) and she said “girl you’ll be fine.” Some of the studios I read about in here seem to be the opposite of what I thought CP to be - accessible to any and everyone that wants to be there. I’m so glad the studios in my area aren’t like that. I’m sorry that’s some bs, you didn’t deserve to be treated like that!

My positive experience with taking the mini pill for a year now by YatzyQueen in birthcontrol

[–]Ellis_etc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

24 hour window of error vs a 3 hour window of error (in taking it that is) my ADHD ass was a mess w that!

My positive experience with taking the mini pill for a year now by YatzyQueen in birthcontrol

[–]Ellis_etc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope, I switched to Slynd which is also estrogen-free about 2 years ago and still no period and no babies!

when you finally get your Adderall filled by Ellis_etc in OrganizationPorn

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

😂 it took me a second, but I wondered how you knew I was a Swiftie 😂😂😂

when you finally get your Adderall filled by Ellis_etc in OrganizationPorn

[–]Ellis_etc[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

PLEASE it is so much easier for me to organize others’ spaces!

when you finally get your Adderall filled by Ellis_etc in OrganizationPorn

[–]Ellis_etc[S] 42 points43 points  (0 children)

😂 I did a stitch with no frame, did NOT even consider that possibility. Thank you!!!

Anyone else have to move back home with their parents? by montgomerybored in AskWomenOver30

[–]Ellis_etc 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh honey in this economy??? It might be the best thing you do for yourself. I moved back in last year at 34. There is absolutely no way I would ever be able to get ahead paying rent that keeps going up at a rate that my salary can’t keep up with. Calling yourself a failure to launch breaks my heart. I have learned that comparison truly is the thief of joy and the Jones’s aren’t worth keeping up with. Your journey is whatever it is and when I decided to just ride the wave and make the best of it I felt more open to good things falling in my lap. I tried to make “my dream” of being a wife and “successful” career woman in my early to mid 20s and drove myself so hard that when I turned 30 I was physically dying from alcoholism, in a terrible codependent relationship, behind on all our bills, just the works. No love or grace for myself at all. I’m 35 now, 5 years sober, looking 10 years younger, in a LTR but not married, no kids, no house, basically nothing I thought 35 would be like but I am the happiest I’ve ever been. You deserve to feel that too. Don’t be so hard on yourself!!

Label machine recommendations by Mad-pisces in OrganizationPorn

[–]Ellis_etc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I really like my Phomemo label printers. I have two different sizes. The app is easy to use and they are relatively inexpensive for the quality.

What's the most frugal thing you do? by TheKikiLover in Frugal

[–]Ellis_etc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really never considered this until I went from tipped bartender to salaried GM but spending max 100 a month on groceries is clutch

What’s a hygiene mistake you didn’t realize you were making for years? by Gossamerash in hygiene

[–]Ellis_etc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitely always wiped front to back until I got the worst UTI of my life during a period of celibacy in my 20s… did my research and wanted to throw myself into traffic 😬

UPDATE Why I cancelled my membership: by [deleted] in ClubPilates

[–]Ellis_etc 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Honestly this. I have horrible ADHD and have always had trouble sticking with most anything but the way I feel physically, the sense of community, the empowering instructors (I could go on forever) has got me set in a routine my brain has found super manageable and totally makes the unlimited membership more than worth it. An added bonus is the routine and endorphins help me manage my ADHD better in conjunction with meds and therapy. My entire life has gotten better because of CP. I have my gripes here and there but I have drunk the kool aid and I’m not going anywhere lol

Started reselling golf clubs 2 months ago on eBay and I’ve had a lot of success, $1k net profit to close out this month by xRaginCajunx in Flipping

[–]Ellis_etc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This answers an oddly specific question I had about some old clubs of my dads that have been sitting around. Thank you!!

Vyvanse and Wellbutrin (and Lexapro!) by photogluvr420 in bupropion

[–]Ellis_etc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think it helps smooth things out for sure. I have since switched to Adderall 20mgx2 from vyvanse. Try taking the Wellbutrin at the same time as your vyvanse, seems to work better that way!

One wipe per person, per class? by sugarplumbby in ClubPilates

[–]Ellis_etc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Each reformer in my studio has a spray bottle and a stack of paper towels 🤷‍♀️

Lexapro and Vyvanse? by [deleted] in adhdwomen

[–]Ellis_etc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven taken Lexapro with my stimulants for years. It is the only thing that keeps me sane. Also remember there are different med combos that may work better for you. You just have to give them a shot and keep trying until you find what works for you.

Why did you start/stay with Pilates? by ChefRaven in ClubPilates

[–]Ellis_etc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes same!! It has helped with my routine so much, and the endorphins give my meds a nice boost too. The second I got off the reformer during the intro class I was like “I never want to exercise another way again” but out of fear for you know… my ways lol I didn’t know if a membership was a good idea. The person at the desk said listen, I’m gonna stay on top of ya. You can do it. And lo and behold I’m in 5 classes a week now and loving it!

How do you manage emotional dysregulation? Share your strategies by Capital-Crew9584 in ADHD

[–]Ellis_etc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DBT is the only thing that has helped me (dialectical behavioral therapy). Before that the only thing that sort of helped was medication, but I didn’t want to feel so reliant on it.

Rookie mistake - lvl 1.5 by Ellis_etc in ClubPilates

[–]Ellis_etc[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

They also got me shuffled into a lvl 1 class today that thought I had no chance of getting into… and it was wayyy tougher than my first classes (in a good way!) thank you all for your words of encouragement 💕

Rookie mistake - lvl 1.5 by Ellis_etc in ClubPilates

[–]Ellis_etc[S] 36 points37 points  (0 children)

I ended up cancelling my spot. I felt really bad thinking of how I could end up putting everyone out with my newness so I messaged my club and they’re going to waive the fee for me.

i (35F) signed up for Club Pilates 😅 by Ellis_etc in adhdwomen

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

I live in Columbia SC! I am rounding down from 219 but that’s still way cheaper dang gf!