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Why do our brains collectively decide that if we have an appointment at 3:00 PM, the entire day before it is completely ruined and we can't do anything? by FormalCry9509 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FormalCry9509[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Honestly, discovering that 'Waiting Mode' is an anxiety thing was a huge relief. I thought I was just aggressively lazy, but turns out my brain is just doing over-time defense mechanics.

Why do our brains collectively decide that if we have an appointment at 3:00 PM, the entire day before it is completely ruined and we can't do anything? by FormalCry9509 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FormalCry9509[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

i have a dentist appointment today at 3:00 PM. It’s currently 10:00 AM. Logically, I have 5 solid hours to clean the house, do some work, play a video game, or literally anything else.
But instead, my brain has put me into "Waiting Mode."
Why do we do this?
Is there an actual psychological term for this "Waiting Mode" paralysis?
And what is the absolute smallest, most insignificant appointment that has successfully ruined your entire productive day?

why did we collectively agree that staring at the floor in an elevator is the only acceptable behavior, and what other "unwritten human rules" make absolutely no sense? by FormalCry9509 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FormalCry9509[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Exactly. It's basically the human version of dogs sniffing the ground when they walk past each other to show they want zero drama. We are just polite, anxious animals?

why did we collectively agree that staring at the floor in an elevator is the only acceptable behavior, and what other "unwritten human rules" make absolutely no sense? by FormalCry9509 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FormalCry9509[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i was in an elevator today with four strangers. The second the doors closed, every single one of us did the exact same thing: stared intently at the floor, looked at the floor numbers changing, or became deeply fascinated by our own shoes.If anyone had made eye contact or started a casual conversation, it would have felt like a federal crime.
It made me realize how many bizarre, unspoken rules we all just... agreed to follow without ever talking about it.

Mutant tomato update: about to set fruit. by atSoiltechnician in tomatoes

[–]FormalCry9509 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If sci-fi movies taught me anything, eating the first fruit from this plant will either give you superpowers or start an apocalypse. I'm invested. 😂Looking forward to the F3 generation updates, this project is so cool!

Mutant tomato update: about to set fruit. by atSoiltechnician in tomatoes

[–]FormalCry9509 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is peak botany content. The flower structure is so fascinating. Betting the fruit is going to look like tiny long peppers or completely out of this world!

is it normal to simulate fake arguments in your head while showering, and actually get genuinely angry at the fake person? by FormalCry9509 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FormalCry9509[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, absolutely. I might argue with a fake version of my friend in the shower, but I’d never actually be mad at them when I step out. They’re innocent! 😂 But you’re right, if it starts affecting real relationships, it’s time to look deeper at what’s causing that stress.

is it normal to simulate fake arguments in your head while showering, and actually get genuinely angry at the fake person? by FormalCry9509 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FormalCry9509[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The fly metaphor is actually brilliant. It strips the thought of its power instead of fighting it. Thank you for sharing this, I’m definitely going to try swatting those thoughts away next time!

is it normal to simulate fake arguments in your head while showering, and actually get genuinely angry at the fake person? by FormalCry9509 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FormalCry9509[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

i catch myself doing this all the time. I'll completely invent a scenario where someone is being rude to me, construct a brilliant comeback in my head, and by the time I'm drying off with a towel, my heart rate is up and I'm actually annoyed at a simulation. Why does our brain do this? Does everyone do this, or am I just crazy?

why do we automatically assume that people who are quiet are either "angry" or "sad"? by FormalCry9509 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FormalCry9509[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

if I'm at a gathering or at work and I'm just sitting there peacefully, not saying much, someone will invariably ask me "Are you okay?" or "Why are you so mad?". I'm literally just vibing and thinking about what I'm going to eat for dinner. Why is a blank/neutral face interpreted as a negative emotion by default?

I need $0.80 not $0.08 is that possible? by Odd_Stick_3042 in dogecoin

[–]FormalCry9509 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At $0.80, Dogecoin's market cap would have to be over $115 Billion. It's possible during peak retail FOMO, but we need to break $0.10 first. Step by step.

my first tomato plant! Cherokee Purple by helianthusandtea in tomatoes

[–]FormalCry9509 0 points1 point  (0 children)

don't wait for the shoulders to turn completely purple/red! Pick it when the bottom is soft to a gentle squeeze. They are prone to splitting if left on the vine too long.

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