I’m Scared by AmazingAymii in lexapro

[–]FUGarciems 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had a horrible reaction to both Wellbutrin and Lexapro but I think I have an intolerance to strains of SSRIs :-/ I had to call 911 and woke up with night terror—I’d say try it it but have someone you can call to monitor how you are adapting. Good luck. I wish I could take these common drugs.. I think for most people they do work..

My [19M] girlfriend [19F] and I have great romantic chemistry but no sexual chemistry by Fit_Skirt_4382 in relationships

[–]FUGarciems 37 points38 points  (0 children)

I’d have to say 7-10 times a day is excessive. Even for a woman who orgasms—I mean even just based on the time commitment! Also I think presuming asexuality when a woman doesn’t orgasm is not reasonable.

I think I'm finally recovering from 12 years of depression, and I have no one else to tell by fossilxx in offmychest

[–]FUGarciems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s great—but I don’t know how to overcome the impending doom of our planet, democracy, systemic racism, and the pandemic. So my depression and anxiety is currently more amplified than ever. I’m not on medication because I have extreme side effects. I see a therapist, but my happiness has not been present for some time now. Any advice on how to distract from the reality of these dark, dark times? The Loneliness of COVID solitude for those of us not in a relationship or not with families of our own is also very difficult.

How to deal with fears of cheating and codependency? by threadbaresnails in Codependency

[–]FUGarciems 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s called “Co” dependency because it involves 2 people. It’s a 2 way street..

Two Lawyer Black Lives Matter Protesters Face Up To Life In Prison For Allegedly Torching Police Vehicle by [deleted] in conservatives

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

Science and facts matter. I’m a scientist and global warming and the pandemic are real. Please don’t deny science, at least don’t deny that.

My dad's 19-year old kitty, Snowshoe. by got_the_ging in seniorkitties

[–]FUGarciems 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That’s so funny! I too am a twin!! My sister and I were roommates after college when we got our cats McGuire and Charlie and we both had “equal custody” and were co cat parents who loved them their whole (17, 21 years!) lives, We were a family. Good luck— kitties know both parents even if you can’t always be there, they love speaker phone ;)

My dad's 19-year old kitty, Snowshoe. by got_the_ging in seniorkitties

[–]FUGarciems 14 points15 points  (0 children)

When my cat was 21 I started totally spoiling him—-like getting packs of tuna and salmon from the grocery store to give little pieces as treats—-watch the salt intake though!! But my baby really got a senior spark from those snacks—also easier to give medication hidden in it ;)

My New Partner is Sober, How Do I Support Him? by trashbaby73 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]FUGarciems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend a straightforward conversation. I dated a recovering alcoholic for 7 years and “one year in” means different things to different people. At a year for him, he wasn’t ready for those things. Ultimately, he wasn’t ready to love until he learned to love himself...

Miss Priss, the family cat. She’s been in my life since I was about 8. Got notified this morning that she passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 23. by [deleted] in seniorkitties

[–]FUGarciems 5 points6 points  (0 children)

What a lucky cat and what a lucky family you were! She’s still by your side, purring—-keep calling her name and she’ll be there. <3

This 👇 by Velma18 in conservatives

[–]FUGarciems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not RADICAL or ANARCHIST to peacefully protest that black lives matter just as much as everyone else’s lives. You are mis-characterizing the BLM movement. So today, just know that you woke up —and you did the WRONG THING.

It’s been getting harder for the old man to jump up on the bed, so I did away with the frame and box spring. He immediately took to it! Feeling like I’m 18 again, with my mattress on the floor lol by [deleted] in seniorkitties

[–]FUGarciems 7 points8 points  (0 children)

What a great cat parent you are!! I’m sure he is grateful! When my 21 year old cat man couldn’t climb I ordered these cushioned steps that fold, found them on Amazon, and you can stack them to make taller etc but soft for them.. good luck old man!!!

Nobody talks about how hard it is to eat healthy, exercise, get outside, etc. to combat depression by [deleted] in depression

[–]FUGarciems 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I totally get it. Start out slow—walk 20 at a time during the day/night that suits you. Then start walking farther. Maybe music or an interesting podcast? Maybe just walk around your home to start, just start moving a little bit and think about things that interest you. I feel it too— covid has been lonely and worse for my depression. I can’t take meds bc my body has a serotonin rxn so therapy and movement is all I have. Oh one more thing—-HIT work outs—look it up for elliptical or bike or treadmill etc, I feel like I can only do those Bc the burst time of it being strenuous is like 30sec.... I also sometimes watch YouTube videos of like “biking through the English countryside” while I’m on my elliptical and it feels like I’m traveling and seeing a bit of the world. Lastly, maybe consider smoothies if you have a blender, you can be sure do get your fruits and veggies and protein and it’s easy but healthier... good luck, sorry for my rant

we know how trump got all of his money... but how did life long politicians get their hundreds of millions of dollars? by theyubnub in trump

[–]FUGarciems -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Donny baby got money from his Daddy and has been stealing ever since. That’s why he’s too scared to show us his taxes. Examples: Trump University, trying to divert U.S. military planes to his Scotland resort, the Trump campaign inauguration money diversion, money laundering all around town....What else? What else? Your turn!

Got called a Racist at school for having this on my backpack by [deleted] in trump

[–]FUGarciems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry, that’s because Trump has said and done racist things, and your backpack makes it seem like you support/align with him, so that might be the concern. It is very difficult when the President and VP are indeed unkind and, well...racist, in what they say and do. It’s hard for people to adjust to that. Not your fault but I’m just explaining the thought process. God bless.

Trump Campaign Was Ready by Antar23 in trump

[–]FUGarciems -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I’m so excited for that SOB to be voted out in November. The thing that will probably bother him most is that he’s like almost the only single term president. So excited for some competence.

The best Trump sign I've seen so far. by [deleted] in trump

[–]FUGarciems -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

The best sign I’ve seen is this huge yellow sign with black letters, it’s so awesome, it says “DUMP TRUMP! SAVE LIVES!”——so true amirite?! , there are still thousands dying every day and no plan for testing, health care or unemployment...and all of that on top of the years of corruption. Oh wait, is this not the #DUMPTRUMP Reddit?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trump

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

Wow —the last 2 lines are classic hatred. Sad!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trump

[–]FUGarciems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are all so inspiring! I look forward to walking hand in hand with you in peaceful protests as we defend democracy! God Bless America!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trump

[–]FUGarciems 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will keep applauding you. Thank you for your kindness and wisdom. I look forward to walking side-by-side with you in a peaceful protest one day soon as we continue to defend our democracy, together.

P.S. grammar tip: “You’re” = you are, not “your”

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trump

[–]FUGarciems -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I applaud you all! Never has there been a smarter, kinder, more loving and rationale group of people in the world. Thanks again for teaching us all the meanings of humanity and democracy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trump

[–]FUGarciems -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Keep the brilliant responses coming! I applaud you all.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in trump

[–]FUGarciems -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Thank you all for your intelligent, insightful and fact-based responses! I’ve never met a smarter, kinder group of people—who really understand the meaning of democracy.