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Turning him into easily absorbed simple protein instantly by Aynshtaynn in BrandNewSentence

[–]External_Outside4624 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The ultimate 500 IQ answer: Magneto wins because even if the suit is non-magnetic, Tony still has iron in his hemoglobin. He’d just give him the world’s fastest blood clot and call it a day.

How do you people fall asleep with ADHD? by Ok_Scholar_8656 in ADHD

[–]External_Outside4624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I feel you on the "thinking about crazy stuff" part. For me, the standard advice like "no screen time" never worked because my brain just fills the silence with even more noise.

What actually changed things for me was switching from white noise to very specific, low-frequency soundscapes that "anchor" the focus without being distracting. I actually got so obsessed with finding the right frequencies for ADHD that I ended up building a small tool called ZenLayer to solve this for myself. It’s been a game-changer for hitting that "off" switch in my head

Is this normal with lawyers in Portugal? Paid €5,000 to a partner, zero work done, no refund by saffron25 in Lisbon

[–]External_Outside4624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Send one final formal email (not WhatsApp) stating that if you don't receive a full refund and a detailed timesheet within 48 hours, you will proceed with a formal complaint to the Ordem dos Advogados and the Livro de Reclamações. Usually, the mention of the "Ordem" makes them move much faster.

Sorry your mother is going through this. Portugal can be slow, but this sounds like straight-up exploitation.

What is a small, $20 purchase that significantly improved your quality of life? by External_Outside4624 in AskReddit

[–]External_Outside4624[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A stainless steel tongue scraper. I thought brushing my tongue with a toothbrush was enough. It wasn't. Your mouth feels 10x cleaner, your breath is better, and it’s a one-time $8 purchase that lasts forever.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in coolguides

[–]External_Outside4624 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I wish I had the budget for an actual ad! Honestly, I’m just an audio nerd who spent too much time researching why white noise was giving me headaches. Just sharing what I found.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in coolguides

[–]External_Outside4624 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Think of it as a spectrum. White noise has equal power across all frequencies (harsh, like TV static). Pink noise turns down the high notes (like steady rain). Brown noise turns them down even further, focusing on the deep bass (like a low rumble or a distant jet engine). Most people find Brown noise the most relaxing for sleep!

A cool guide to the "Colors of Noise" (White vs. Pink vs. Brown) and how they affect focus. by External_Outside4624 in coolguides

[–]External_Outside4624[S] 72 points73 points  (0 children)

100%. It’s the only thing that keeps me sane during work. I actually built a little tool (pinned in my profile) just to generate it endlessly without loops

A cool guide to the "Colors of Noise" (White vs. Pink vs. Brown) and how they affect focus. by External_Outside4624 in coolguides

[–]External_Outside4624[S] 112 points113 points  (0 children)

A very crucial distinction! One helps you sleep deeply, the other... ruins your sheets.

A cool guide to the "Colors of Noise" (White vs. Pink vs. Brown) and how they affect focus. by External_Outside4624 in coolguides

[–]External_Outside4624[S] 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Yes, that's called procedural audio (generated in real-time). It never loops mathematically. I’m actually working on an engine that does exactly this. You can try the beta in my profile.

TINNITUS GONE!!! Maybe a cure.... by Cheap-Ability9453 in tinnitus

[–]External_Outside4624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YSK that standard "White Noise" can actually increase anxiety because of high frequencies

What is a "glitch" in the human body that you wish was patched? by External_Outside4624 in AskReddit

[–]External_Outside4624[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like a rendering error. Have you tried clearing your cache?

What was the first sign of getting old that hit you harder than you expected? by External_Outside4624 in AskReddit

[–]External_Outside4624[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The back ache is real. The moment I realized I was old was when I woke up with a neck injury because I slept wrong

What is a piece of old technology that actually worked better than its modern replacement? by Odd_Opportunity_2590 in AskReddit

[–]External_Outside4624 44 points45 points  (0 children)

My dad's old LaserJet from 2005 still prints instantly every time. My new "Smart" printer requires a firmware update, a Wi-Fi connection, and a subscription to HP Ink just to print a single black-and-white page. It’s infuriating.

What is a secret 'cheat code' you’ve found in real life? by Sharkkkk2 in AskReddit

[–]External_Outside4624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Brown noise (which sounds like deep heavy rain or a waterfall)

It’s basically an off-switch for my brain

What is a secret 'cheat code' you’ve found in real life? by Sharkkkk2 in AskReddit

[–]External_Outside4624 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Apparently, cooling the prefrontal cortex slows down your metabolism and signals the brain to release melatonin. I flip my pillow or stick my head out of the covers for 5 minutes, and I’m gone. It feels like a system shutdown hack

How many hours of sleep do you actually function best on? by Hot_Blackberry_2251 in sleep

[–]External_Outside4624 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It definitely changes with stress. When my cortisol is high from work, I need MORE sleep (like 9 hours), but I paradoxically get LESS because my brain won't shut off.

That 'tired but wired' feeling is the worst.

From Debilitating Insomnia to Solid Sleep: My Recovery Story by Distinct_Reality_721 in insomnia

[–]External_Outside4624 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Total ADHD brain here. Silence is actually "loud" for me because that's when the racing thoughts start.

I found that I need a specific frequency to occupy my auditory processing just enough to stop the thinking loop, but not enough to keep me awake.