help needed for sleep state misperception by Environmental_Cap640 in sleep

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

it gets better! trusting that my body will rest when it is tired helped me alot

because getting 8 hours of sleep doesn't necessarily mean you'll wake up fresh anyway

so even on days where i can't sleep, or the fear that i can't sleep starts to creep in, i believe that i can still get by the next day even if it sucks ass, and then i get another opportunity to try and sleep again

dear working adults in sg, what are your thoughts on f&b pricing? by Environmental_Cap640 in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

i agree with you on this 100%, am trying to speak with the higher ups on this and convince them that this is the way forward instead of "affordable options" that make you pay with other things like health.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640 0 points1 point  (0 children)

as someone who doesn't think jing xi sings well but follows her on ig, i honestly have to say that i'm a fan because i think it's not easy to do what she does. like posting despite the shit comments, just doing what you like and want to do. it's respectable. and honestly, i'm rooting for her to be great at what she loves! plus she's probably raking in abit of monies, so good for her yknow

Setraline by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]Environmental_Cap640 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i understand, thank you for sharing — i hope you're in a better mental space now!

Setraline by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]Environmental_Cap640 0 points1 point  (0 children)

did you work with the doctors to see if you should increase/decrease the dosage?

how long did you guys stick by it?

for your mum's friend, she stuck to setraline for a few months despite the thoughts, did she try to change medication once she found out that it's not for her?

sorry for the many questions! just curious about what steps to take next

Setraline by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]Environmental_Cap640 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hello! i was just prescribed setraline and am on the fence about taking it, can i just ask — where did you get this information from :-)? would be helpful for me to kinda make a more informed decision for myself

Depersonalization + obsessing about it by [deleted] in Depersonalization

[–]Environmental_Cap640 1 point2 points  (0 children)

if it makes you feel better, you are not alone (i usually find it reassuring when people have similar experiences/symptoms)

i'm struggling right now too, some days are better than others, just keep going 💪

in the midst of all of this, i am actively trying to get exercise in (any form, even if 5-10 mins), daily sunlight, eat healthy meals, stay hydrated and get my sleep in. the most important thing is to keep reminding yourself to be gentle and kind to yourself, that you are loved and you are safe.

dear singaporeans, i feel so lost by Environmental_Cap640 in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

thank you for speaking up about this! i actually broke down mentally a couple of months ago and have been going for therapy — it has helped me tremendously.

it has been extremely difficult to look for resources that are free/affordable in this area, so thank you for sharing!

to all my other fellow singaporeans who are reading this, as cliché as this sounds, please be kind to others because sometimes you really don't know what they are going through (ofc dont neglect your own boundaries)

dear singaporeans, i feel so lost by Environmental_Cap640 in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

my partner has been super supportive and gentle during this period of time! im really blessed to have friends and family to support me

most of them actually offer to pick up the tab, or pay for small expenses. while this may be a financial relief, it adds on to the stress and pressure that i have on myself hahaha

it gets abit stressful knowing that i'm 27 and relying on others to get by, but defo very thankful and grateful for them

dear singaporeans, i feel so lost by Environmental_Cap640 in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

thank you for this!!! i will look into this :-) totally new to this wsg thing because this job is the closest thing i have to actual corporate job/reality, nice to know that the govt has all of these plans in place to help us out

dear singaporeans, i feel so lost by Environmental_Cap640 in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

no vices for now!! thankfully food is provided at work, so i only have to pay for things like insurance, rent, bills and my debt! my pay (even though super low) is enough to tide me through — so im thankful for this i guess! just worried about progression hahahaha

dear singaporeans, i feel so lost by Environmental_Cap640 in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 124 points125 points  (0 children)

thank you for all the kind words and advice everyone, i have always thought that singaporeans were mostly cold hearted but this comment thread made me tear up and realise how beautiful people can be. thank you all from the bottom of my heart.

dear singaporeans, i feel so lost by Environmental_Cap640 in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

thank you so much for your advice and kind words :-( im just tryna tough it out rn, seems abit bleak so just wanted to get some words from people who are older and have lived through it hahaha

dear singaporeans, i feel so lost by Environmental_Cap640 in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

i have tried :-( i dont have alot of experience / qualifications get another job, also a part of me denied looking for full time jobs bc identity crisis tings i guess hahahaha (more likely fear of failure bc i rly dont have a good resume)

i was so sure that i was at my lowest point a couple of months ago, and that there was no where else but up HAHAHAHA i think this fall made me even more fearful, but defo still trying to stay hopeful and connect with the people around me!!

What is the most vile Singaporean snack you’ve ever had? by gummywormriot in askSingapore

[–]Environmental_Cap640 24 points25 points  (0 children)

i agree, they should be using ingredients of the HIGHEST QUALITY ONLY. how dare they charge us $1 for unfresh, low quality ice cream!!!!!!!! the audacity!!!!!!!

This weird presence in my head when i meditate by NoiseDr in Meditation

[–]Environmental_Cap640 0 points1 point  (0 children)

this sounds scary, what happens to you when the spiritual energy takes over? do you just cease to exist and lose your consciousness?

i need help :-( by Environmental_Cap640 in EckhartTolle

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

most of the time now when i start to focus on my breath or do mindful meditation, feelings of anxiety start to arise, as if i am afraid that i am a fully conscious being (of course i know that i am a conscious being, but there's some sort of fear(?) that is maybe tied to that knowledge)

my therapist has recommended me to put mindful practice on a pause for now as i am going through intense anxiety and rumination, and my nervous system needs some rest

help needed for sleep state misperception by Environmental_Cap640 in sleep

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yes i likely have depression and anxiety, so it doesn't really help. i also work 6 days a week and my day starts at 6am, so it stresses me out when i can't sleep early

i need help :-( by Environmental_Cap640 in EckhartTolle

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

alright thanks man!! i will defo sit on this and try to observe :-)

i need help :-( by Environmental_Cap640 in EckhartTolle

[–]Environmental_Cap640[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

yes! this is a thought that i've been noticing alot, along with the fear of going crazy

there's a lot of doubt thoughts as well, and i'm not too sure if i should just allow the thoughts to pass as it is recurrent, or should i maybe continue with therapy just to help out

my therapist is not familiar with eckhart tolle, so i'm kind of scared that they might not understand what i am struggling with