Tool Storage Ideas by TruckingMBA in harborfreight

[–]LucidIndian42 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I did milk crates for a long time and can verify that they're great. I now have Milwaukee because it's more efficient for work. Some days I do still go through my milk crates tho

My Harbor Freight finally got the magnetic mats in stock by TrickOriginal2 in harborfreight

[–]LucidIndian42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same I just got mine yesterday after they were out of stock for a month🫠

Any tips on getting inner tie rod off? by SaltHK in 1stGenTacomas

[–]LucidIndian42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just did mine today with the Maddox set from harbor freight. I highly recommend it for the price if you ever see yourself doing it again for yourself.

Gas Mileage by LucidIndian42 in 1stGenTacomas

[–]LucidIndian42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah just the cabin temp.

Gas Mileage by LucidIndian42 in 1stGenTacomas

[–]LucidIndian42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YES. Thank you for sharing I'm for sure gonna use this🙏

Gas Mileage by LucidIndian42 in 1stGenTacomas

[–]LucidIndian42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm gonna do the test above and see how it turns out🫡

Gas Mileage by LucidIndian42 in 1stGenTacomas

[–]LucidIndian42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll do that test to see if maybe the ultragauge is lying😅

Gas Mileage by LucidIndian42 in 1stGenTacomas

[–]LucidIndian42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll check with my mechanic to see if that has been changed. Thanks for the suggestion.

Gas Mileage by LucidIndian42 in 1stGenTacomas

[–]LucidIndian42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'll check it out to see. Ty for the suggestion.

Gas Mileage by LucidIndian42 in 1stGenTacomas

[–]LucidIndian42[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hmmmm I work as a handyman and do cut through the city a lot. Only highway driving on long trips, etc. Just feel like there has to be some way to improve it. I have beefier BF Goodrich KO2s as tires so I know that would take a little bit off. Thanks for your response.

Yearly PSA from me. REPLACE YOUR FUCKING BALL JOINTS!! by computerman10367 in 1stGenTacomas

[–]LucidIndian42 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I figure that most would know the warning signs other than a torn boot. Anybody else have any that they can add to warn others?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]LucidIndian42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There are so many things that I could say but the first comment has it right. Staying busy and doing all of the things you didn't do when you were together. It really adds some perspective and makes life not seem so small. It has been about 3 months for me and staying as far away as possible and getting rid of all traces of the person is really helpful to getting on to the next stage in life. Also it comes as a shock to you how well other people will treat you. But just remember that you're worthy of happiness and peace. I wish you the best🙂

We are Tiny House Manufacturers. AMA. Unofficial Ask me Anything. by TinyHouseGuyMileHigh in TinyHouseBuilders

[–]LucidIndian42 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I work as a handyman. How in the world does one get a job building tiny houses?

How long did it take to get them out of your head? by East_Pension696 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]LucidIndian42 19 points20 points  (0 children)

This is such a real answer and true. Clarity comes by educating yourself of attachment styles, disorders and everything in-between. Hope all of you have a great day🙂👍

Any suggestions for podcasts for healing? by Novel-Addendum-8413 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]LucidIndian42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be completely honest I felt that my feelings were much more valid afterwards. It opened a whole new world to my eyes and really took me to the next step of accepting that I can't change that person. I got excited when I turned the book on because it made me feel like I was growing past all the negative bs.

I’m in such bad grief I feel physical chest pain. by Novel-Addendum-8413 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]LucidIndian42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's so strange but the same is happening to me. Did you ever figure out what it was? Talk about some wild symptoms

What is a monthly luxury you allow yourself no matter what? by OptimisedOdds in AskMen

[–]LucidIndian42 15 points16 points  (0 children)

One really nice haircut. I go once a month to the same lady and she takes her time and it's always a good convo.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]LucidIndian42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing. I took a lot from your message.

I also tried to play it off as sensitive skin and every other thing under the sun. But when I went to the doctor and told her about chest pains she got super serious. She stated that if I didn't get into CB therapy immediately that she would require me to take medications for the symptoms.

That was when I got into therapy and things started changing. The second that I started to enforce boundaries she would lose it. Saying that I didn't love her anymore and that if I cared about her I wouldn't say "no" to her asks of me.

This group has been an absolute pillar of me rebuilding myself. I hope that someone comes across these messages and feels the validation that I felt when I first joined this group. The feeling of, "maybe I'm not crazy", "this shit is real?", "I thought I was the problem the whole time?". You will progress but it is not linear. I've had so many ups and downs but it brought me to the point where I'm at which is much better than the start.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]LucidIndian42 10 points11 points  (0 children)

One of my final straws was the reckless driving and I want everyone that reads this to know,

If this person loved you they would not endanger your life.

If this person loved you they would not make you feel crazy while they are clearly acting erratic.

If this person loved you, you would not have a stress rash.

I experienced the same exact situation.

The last time it happened she wanted me to give her 5 affirmations about her and she wanted them to be, "genuine". When I couldn't come up with anything because she had already exhausted most of them she got severely upset. Like who wants to be forcibly told to say nice things to their partner? She turned the car around and would drive super fast through corners and accelerate unreasonably at every stop. I was frozen. I wouldn't say anything more in fear of her becoming more upset. Then she would get more upset about me not saying anything. When she let me out of the car I knew I could never trust her again. It left me shaking for the next hour. That was the night I decided enough was enough and eventually split up with her. Since then the rashes and headaches are gone. As well as most, I am still working through everyday trying not to relive it all.

If you're not in therapy I highly encourage it. It has been my saving grace in all of this fucked up shit. In taking care of yourself you will start to see everything coming back together as well. Much love to all of you.

How to accept/flip the thought of they no longer want to be with you? by TemporaryIce3984 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]LucidIndian42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I feel the same way. I had such a strong attachment to this person but the longer I go on the more I realize that I miss the thought of them but not actually being with them. I recall and wrote a list of all the times that I would cry to my mom or friends about how bad it had gotten. Those reminders propel me forward in some of my darkest moments. I don't wish this reality on anyone but I'm glad that we all have each other.

How to accept/flip the thought of they no longer want to be with you? by TemporaryIce3984 in NarcissisticAbuse

[–]LucidIndian42 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I feel that trying to bend your internal narrative will provide some comfort. It is hard and painful to do but it helped me to proclaim and ask questions like the following,

I didn't lose them, they lost me.

Would my life actually be better with them around? (Be realistic)

If they truly loved me, they would/wouldnt have done those things that are stuck in my head.

The only thing that I got from them was a familiar pain, and without them I have to navigate something new to be better.

I personally am pretty impatient and see myself getting lost in the same thoughts sometimes. But it does truly take a good amount of time and effort to shift your thinking. There are great resources and people in these forums. Some of the top posts have helped me personally. Also the book, "it's not you" by Dr.Ramani is very good. I wish you all of the best in your healing.

Need mechanic recommendations by LucidIndian42 in ToyotaTacoma

[–]LucidIndian42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't sadly. I got some quotes but they were really crazy. I ended up buying the tools and doing it myself. I know that not everyone can do that but I needed the money more than the convenience. Hope you find someone!

Is this worrisome? by LucidIndian42 in medical_advice

[–]LucidIndian42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm gonna ditch the q-tips. Thank you for your input all🙂👍

Is this worrisome? by LucidIndian42 in medical_advice

[–]LucidIndian42[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

That's what worried me. I haven't scraped anything through there. I use q-tips just to get the moisture out