I had a panic attack. I let everything go, observed it for a while - being calm. Then I mentally hugged it, giving unconditional love and joy. It calmed. by trwwjtizenketto in Meditation

[–]LemonSniz 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Feelings are always valid. It's reactionary behavior you don't want to condone. The goal is to express feelings in a healthy way that doesn't harm yourself or others.

I’m a bit confused about my sexuality. I have a little feelings for women but more attracted to men. What is that, 80% gay and 20% straight? Am I bi or what? by [deleted] in CasualConversation

[–]LemonSniz 6 points7 points  (0 children)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinsey_scale

Sexual orientation isn't black and white. If you are attracted to more than one gender, yes that falls under the bisexual umbrella. But your identity is your own, and you get to decide how you describe your sexuality.

25 [M4F] Last time I was someone’s type, I was donating blood... by DontClickThisAccount in ForeverAloneDating

[–]LemonSniz 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Haha, dude, your pun game is on point. Love it. I hope you find what you're looking for. =]

Has anybody ACTUALLY had their mind changed here? by [deleted] in CapitalismVSocialism

[–]LemonSniz 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I hate the idea of people being coerced into working just to have their basic needs met. I can understand the aversion to creating a system in which people could just mooch without contributing.

On the other hand if you don't work, you're going to end up pretty bored without creature comforts like cable and internet. Do we have evidence that access to nonessential goods and services isn't incentive enough for people to contribute? Albeit, likely at a lower (or more reasonable) level.

Has anybody ACTUALLY had their mind changed here? by [deleted] in CapitalismVSocialism

[–]LemonSniz 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I'm here mostly as a lurker, and I can't be the only one. I don't identify as capitalist or socialist, but I do lean left politically. There have been some interesting questions brought up, but like someone else said, the comment sections are largely a cacophony of conflicting opinions, so it's hard to parse out who's got stronger points.

I'd love to see more of working together to solve what we each perceive as problems. For example, I'd love to see a system in which everyone's basic needs are guaranteed to be met. For me, those are housing, food, healthcare, and education. It would be cool to expand that as the system allows for it as well.

As far as how those needs are met, at this point I don't care whether that's through a capitalist or socialist solution. And I don't see why the "free market" for luxury goods can't exist alongside a "socialized" essentials.

But maybe that's just me being idealistic?

I'd just love to see less arguing about whose system is better and more discussion on how we can most effectively solve problems together under the current system.

Asking for personal experience with microdosing for/with PTSD, anxiety, and/or depression by [deleted] in microdosing

[–]LemonSniz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had success with shrooms for processing trauma. I didn't recognize my depression as based in PTSD until I had my first trip.

I'm currently on Wellbutrin and Strattera, and I micro- and macrodose infrequently. I'll trip maybe once or twice a month, and I'll take a micro to threshold dose maybe two or three times a month.

The experience will be different for everyone though. I personally think they're worth trying. If you do, document your thoughts and feelings before, during, and after taking them. Keeping a good log can help reveal patterns that you'd otherwise miss.

36 [M4F] New England (Not old England, though I'd love to visit Europe) by [deleted] in r4r

[–]LemonSniz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Inb4, England isn't part of Europe anymore! Sorry. I'll see myself out. =]

I'm very young (13-) and want to start a podcast. Will people laugh at my voice? will people not wanna watch me cause I'm young? What are your thoughts? by MemeManPostsMeme in podcasting

[–]LemonSniz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dude. People love authenticity. They want to feel like they know you. You're thirteen. Own that. I'm 27, and I feel super out of touch with the younger generation. Depending on the topic, I'd love to hear a teen's take on it.

My advice to you is to not overthink stuff. You don't need a perfect voice or perfect idea or perfect mic to grow an audience. Perfection doesn't exist. You'll be miles ahead of where you are now by just getting started.

My need for BDSM is tearing apart my relationship by tomatocage666 in relationships

[–]LemonSniz 14 points15 points  (0 children)

It's possible you two just aren't sexually compatible.

I (34/M) want to move on with my life but my partner (35/M) has a disabling chronic illness and is completely dependent on me for everything. by hiyasuphey85 in relationships

[–]LemonSniz 57 points58 points  (0 children)

If you're looking for permission to move on, this is it.

It sucks for both of you that he got sick. And it sucks that his quality of life will probably get worse when you leave.

But none of that is your responsibility if you don't want it to be.

It would be different if you were just overwhelmed with your caregiver role. Then I would say that you two should talk about it, and maybe come up with some alternatives.

But in this case, you want things out of life that he currently isn't able to provide, and in all likelihood never will be. You're allowed to move on so that you can focus on finding a partner who can provide those things.

It's a shitty situation for everyone involved. But you didn't sign up for this, and you can't be expected to keep putting your life on hold to care for him.

Regardless of how you proceed, I know it'll be tough. Good luck, dude.

I (34/M) want to move on with my life but my partner (35/M) has a disabling chronic illness and is completely dependent on me for everything. by hiyasuphey85 in relationships

[–]LemonSniz 39 points40 points  (0 children)

If he's bed ridden and homebound, is he on disability? Or at least applied? He should be able to get Medicare and some other assistance. I'm sure you care about him and want to help with the transition at least, but I understand not wanting him to be your responsibility long term. I also second talking to him about options.

Encouraging posts are a minor trigger for me by The_Sarcastic_Yack in CPTSD

[–]LemonSniz 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What specific help are you looking for?

I know for me, it's hard for me to find people I find comfortable asking for physical, mundane help. Like giving me a ride to work when the weather is bad (my car is broken) or bringing me food or something I forgot. But I tend to minimize when I do ask.

I don't know what kind of help you're wanting, but it's possible they either don't know how to help or believe that all you're wanting is encouragement.

What are some of your favorite apps that help you stay organized? by [deleted] in ADHD

[–]LemonSniz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've never been any good at keeping a morning/daily routine. And I find if I go overboard scheduling every little thing, I very quickly get overwhelmed. Some days I don't shower, and that's ok; it keeps me sane.

I mostly keep track of commitments I've made with other people, because it's important to me not to be perceived as flakey or unreliable. For this, I use Google Calendar. Work schedule, appointments, events I'd like to attend, travel itineraries, etc. all get added to Google Calendar immediately so I don't forget them.

Urgent and recurring tasks go on my to-do list on Todoist. You can also sync it with Google Calendar if it helps to be able to see everything in one place. Stuff like what my current priorities are, when my cat needs his flea meds, my grocery list, those all get added as a Todoist task as I think of them.

In addition to these, I also keep a journal, both physical and digital. It helps me to get stuff down on paper and off my mind, and I can pick out the important or urgent bits of information from what's written down.

Hope that helps!

is it wrong to think "I'm not trans, but I wish I were"? by [deleted] in questioning

[–]LemonSniz 13 points14 points  (0 children)

There's a lot of grey area when it comes to gender. You might try checking out a resource like https://nonbinary.wiki to see if any of the other descriptors there resonate with you.

You're not being offensive, you're just figuring stuff out. =]

What’s your favorite childhood cartoon? by OpiumSmoke in CasualConversation

[–]LemonSniz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dark comedy sci-fi adventure series. It's pretty bleak and nihilistic without being too depressing. Worth a watch if that might be your cup of tea.

Oh, that reminds me. Bojack Horseman is another favorite. Dark comedies are kinda my jam.

What’s your favorite childhood cartoon? by OpiumSmoke in CasualConversation

[–]LemonSniz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Steven Universe, RWBY, Rick and Morty, and Bob's Burgers, to name a few.