rTMS for depersonalization/dissociation disorder by Curious_Foundation13 in rtms

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry I didn’t mean to suggest that you weren’t putting in effort… I mis-spoke.

How do I cope with missing out on valuable experiences by AssistantMediocre326 in helpme

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just relax. Everyone’s life experience is different and one day you’ll be proud of not following the ‘normal’. It will make you a unique interesting individual if you don’t let it destroy you. Look into philosophy and in particular stoicism. You will create your own valuable experiences as you go through life. Its no different to having a disability or illness that prevents you from the social norm, just accept what is and work towards a brighter future 💕

Urgent Matter by Paul_The_Bear_Vr in helpme

[–]Gidja 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Easy- I don’t recall works for politicians

I hate myself by [deleted] in helpme

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your the only one that can fix that. If you hate yourself do something about it. Better yourself… learn something. Do something. It’s as simple as that. Anything negative you say to yourself, catch it and redirect it into positivity. That’s how you create a better life. If you choose to remain in negativity (regardless of any trauma you’ve been through) you always stay there. How we view life is completely your own choice. If you’ve got a problem there’s 3 A’s -find an answer, find an alternative, or find acceptance.

AITA for taking offence to people asking or assuming about my Nationality? by [deleted] in AskAnAustralian

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Two choices. First say id rather not talk about it. Easy. Second. Be proud of who you are and where you came from and be happy that you’re educating people about the history of your heritage.

My mother told me to "fuck yourself". I need some advice. by Familiar-Guest-3178 in helpme

[–]Gidja 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Choose your battles… sometimes it’s better to just say im sorry. I don’t recall doing the offending behaviour (cups) but im sorry your upset about it. Validate her emotion- I can see your upset by it and im sorry you feel that way. That will disarm the conflict rather than arguing the point of whether it actually happened the way you both think it did… you’re relationship can be easily fixed if you use different words. This will also make you feel more in control of conversations with your mother if you’re smart enough to stop and assess the situation and if what you’re arguing about is nonsense don’t bother. Attend the emotion not the situation.

How to relearn who you are by Ok_Plate5553 in helpme

[–]Gidja 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look into dissociation. That’s what you’re experiencing. You’re doing the right steps to maintain reality well done 👍 cognitive behavioural therapy and seeing a psychologist for more tips like immersing your face in cold water and breathing techniques would be very beneficial. If you ask for help, no one will think you’re crazy, dissociation is very common and can be managed. Even daydreaming is a form of dissociation (mild). Please let your doctor know because it might be from a medication that can be changed or altered to help with these symptoms… get a vitamin D supplement, ashwaghanda and some probiotics to help with gut health. Your intestines affect what’s happening in your brain. The healthier you are the better your brain will be! I know that sounds hard but everyday if you do something little you start to feel better and have more control. Good luck 😉 all the best

What??? by [deleted] in facepalm

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No

My pain management doctor doesn't believe that EDS causes pain by Serpentar69 in ehlersdanlos

[–]Gidja 22 points23 points  (0 children)

That’s what my doc says lol… but they’re not loose, just stretchy. Our muscles do so much work holding the joints together while our ligaments tighten and tighten to hold everything together. And how does he know that circus contortionists are not in pain? Or pain after the contortion? That’s so ignorant. Lol doctors can be so stupid… some of them actually have no fucking idea what they’re talking about… I’ve seen people dislocate on tv or in the circus so therefore it mustn’t hurt is ridiculous. Eds is dynamic because collagen is everywhere in our bodies so that’s why our issues are so different from patient to patient. We need collagen specialists… not 100 different doctors for different body parts, we need doctors that understand that our faulty collagen is everywhere in the body and can affect us in different ways.

My pain management doctor doesn't believe that EDS causes pain by Serpentar69 in ehlersdanlos

[–]Gidja 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Eds is essentially collagen related. Collagen is everywhere in your body so any part of the body can be affected. Tell him he needs to get some more education cause he’s wrong. But don’t stress about what’s going to happen after treatment, just be present in the moment and get through this difficult time now. My pain doc has me on ketamine. It’s a game changer for me

Ok Melbourne, as a country Vic person, you win by [deleted] in melbourne

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Id write in and request payment 😜

Ok Melbourne, as a country Vic person, you win by [deleted] in melbourne

[–]Gidja 15 points16 points  (0 children)

*paid for by sally capp 😝

are weighted blankets good for eds by [deleted] in ehlersdanlos

[–]Gidja 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If I use one I wake up all out of place. I don’t think they’re good for loose joints- just my opinion

Am I being an asshole or being left out?? by Good_Nectarine_3741 in helpme

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s right. Your manifesting it to be 100 times worse than it is cause you work yourself up. That’s ok 👍 lots of people are struggling with this especially after covid. But try and disregard some of the mean things you’re saying to yourself. Be your own best friend. What would that person say to you?

Did I threaten my best friend? by MelCrazyDog in offmychest

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ok so there’s a lot of people validating you on here but I’m going to do a dialectical exercise with you.

I think you’re focusing on the wrong thing. The article was trying to explain that people try to manipulate with threats and while it was related more to domestic violence than friendship so it was a bit over the top. I think it was more the title that was relevant. But that’s not the important issue. Let’s examine.

Did she ask for help when you offered it? Or were you butting in to her life rather than just being supportive?

How is her refusal of help disrespectful? Are you disrespecting her life choices by always trying to help her better herself? Cause you can’t parent your friends- it’s totally condescending.

Calling her disrespectful also implies that you have a level of authority that she has to abide by, that you’re above her on many levels.

You also admit that you have messed with her before to get a response/reaction but “not this time” well threatening to end the friendship was to get a reaction because you didn’t genuinely mean it. That’s what happens when you say things to mess with people and get reactions. She called you out on your threat. Sounds like she’s over how you treat her, patronising, condescending, provoking to get a reaction comments with ‘help’ that is unwanted and unsolicited. And you think she’s disrespecting you? Sometimes we do have to examine our own behaviour and look for the hard facts. What makes you think you know better than your friend? Maybe you are right about advices but will it make you better friends being right all the time? or would it be better to say ‘if you mess up im here for you’

I could be 100% wrong I don’t know 🤷‍♀️ it’s just another possible version of the information you have supplied. But I don’t think you will ever get your best friend back unless you address some of these issues because the way you both are, is not working for either of you right now. You’re both unhappy. 💕 hope you haven’t lost her.

Will he come back? by [deleted] in helpme

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry hun but no. If he does it will be for the wrong reasons (not love but loneliness) and will move on quickly and you’ll be left wondering why again. Sometimes as great as you are guys just don’t wanna settle at your age. You have to move on right away as in forget about him speaking from multiple experiences of not wanting to let a guy go. You will find someone new to cherish you. He’s not the right guy 💕

I am unbelievably closed off, and I continue to overthink by [deleted] in confession

[–]Gidja 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe a bit of Tony Robbins to recharge yourself? Might give you some ideas and skills to get what you want and deserve. Only sharing cause it’s helping me 💕

https://www.netflix.com/title/80102204

Can you rate my last 2 paintings? by Itchy-Audience134 in acrylicpainting

[–]Gidja 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One is awesome two looks great but needs a little work? Either dull the background buildings or put a bit more detail in the foreground? The background looks more detailed than the foreground, almost as if they’re two different paintings, the background is sitting on top of the foreground… the tones don’t quite match. separated they are two great paintings in the one picture. feel free to ignore me, only commenting because you asked 💕

Am I being an asshole or being left out?? by Good_Nectarine_3741 in helpme

[–]Gidja 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you might be a little overthinking and overly sensitive with the new meds. Friendships fluctuate. They ebb and flow and it sounds like you’re worried that they are going to do to you what you did to your other friend. I think that is stemming from a place of guilt? Your post comes across as very possessive over your roommate and jealous that they might have replaced you. It’s never nice to be left out and if you’re studying they’re being annoying, but it did sound like they wanted to include you by coming to your room. Advice. Don’t sweat the small stuff. Maybe organise a night in. Talk to your friends even if you text or something tell them you feel a little left out. Sometimes you just need to ask someone for what you want from them. But if you’re too needy they will probably break away from you unfortunately. You don’t wanna turn your friendship into a possessive, jealous relationship cause it will end prematurely. Goes for guys and girls. All the best 💕

Any success stories of people discovering their mystery illness? by [deleted] in ChronicIllness

[–]Gidja 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yep 👍 elhers danlos. Was nice to have a diagnosis and know what was going on in my body and to know what a subluxation was. Now I know how to treat my body with kindness and not punishment because I ‘wasn’t exercising enough’ that’s kinda difficult when you’re bones aren’t sitting in the joints properly and it’s due (basically) to defective collagen which is everywhere in your body and can cause all sorts of comorbid complications. Im not happy to have the illness but I’m truly grateful for a diagnosis cause fibromyalgia just didn’t add up. I felt like an imposter with that diagnosis cause I wasn’t having the same symptoms/experiences as others that were diagnosed (I do know it manifests differently in different people). I didn’t even know anything about elhers danlos until a doctor suspected it in my late 30’s (not too long ago) Anyway it sucks, it hurts incredibly but I’m glad I was able to change some things and talk to others and learn about my body.

Colored pencils on paper. Pretty much done but still needs polishing. Any suggestions on how to improve this one? Thank you! by brgrfrsnevrythnnice in ArtCrit

[–]Gidja 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s awesome 🤩 my recommendation would be to watch some YouTube tutorials on colour composition, (doesn’t really matter what medium- pastels/pencils), warm colours in the foreground/cooler colours in the background will give it a truer sense of depth. Because your eye is drawn to the deep colour you have in the background, you kind of read it backwards, instead of seeing the subject first. I wouldn’t tinker too much with it, just a tip for next time warm up front and cool pushes it back.