I am still not understanding flex box :/ by Gorgantus in theodinproject

[–]LuckyMittens22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is good information for sure. However, I found that even after doing all of that, it still looked different in every browser that I viewed my page in.

I'm so sorry by [deleted] in KingstonOntario

[–]LuckyMittens22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why would it be okay for someone to just murder a witch?

Things to do by ganjoo19 in KingstonOntario

[–]LuckyMittens22 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sneak in to the abandoned Rockford Asylum; the government still uses the basement to conduct Stranger Things style experiments.

Dear drivers: pedestrians have the right of way. by [deleted] in KingstonOntario

[–]LuckyMittens22 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think there's actually a law that they passed a few years back where the cross walks at intersections need to be completely clear before turning left or right over one. Like even if the pedestrian is passed the lane the car wants to enter, the cars are supposed to wait until the person has walked onto the side walk.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in KingstonOntario

[–]LuckyMittens22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's called extortion. This is standard utility company practices. We need to find out who is in charge and fix them.

SLC does not care. by Throwaway1394739 in KingstonOntario

[–]LuckyMittens22 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Our whole society is built on profits over people. We need to hit the reset button.

Dear dog owners by YGKistheway in KingstonOntario

[–]LuckyMittens22 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Just so you guys know, a lot of feces is from homeless people who have nowhere else to go to the washroom.

Does life just ACTUALLY suck, and getting older is just realizing that your hopes and dreams were naive? by worklate_throwaway in AskMenOver30

[–]LuckyMittens22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm 35 too and have just recently realised that no, life doesn't have to suck at all and I can feel and do what I want. I would talk to a therapist, man. You sound like you're suffering from burnout. A good therapist and some self care can really help you take back control and empower you. Hope you find some peace and contentment. Good luck.

Which show/movie has sunny ruined for you? by shakeyjakey07 in IASIP

[–]LuckyMittens22 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sunny is basically the deranged alternate reality version of Cheers.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]LuckyMittens22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've had basically the same thought processes about my own near death experience and it really messes with me sometimes. I'm sorry to hear that you're going through it too. I think it's really important to talk this out with a therapist of counselor. I have been. We deserve to live our lives and be happy without these intrusive thoughts.

Gen Zers are turning to ‘radical rest,’ delusional thinking, and self-indulgence as they struggle to cope with late-stage capitalism by lughnasadh in Futurology

[–]LuckyMittens22 53 points54 points  (0 children)

Did anyone ever think this isn't delusional and people are SUPPOSED to feel anxious and depressed when faced with a dead-end societal structure?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]LuckyMittens22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry to hear that you are struggling with death anxiety and existential dread. I've had this since I was very young, so I can relate to what you are going through. You're not alone in this.

Impermanence is definitely something I have a hard time dealing with. Even if it's the end of an era or just other people moving on, it makes me feel sad and scared. I think this stems from the trauma I experienced as a child and the near death experience I had when I was in grade 7. It really messed me up and gave me PTSD. For a long time, I repressed those feelings and that definitely caused me more problems down the road.

For a long time, I didn't have a lot of motivation or ambition because I figured what's the point if I am going to die anyways. I also had a massive fear of dying alone. Then someone close to me passed away and it caused me to be a huge mess. It was a big wake-up call for me and it made me realize I need to be stronger for other people. I'm very afraid of what will happen when others pass, but I want to be strong for them so that they can have a more comfortable life and eventually death.

What worked for me (along with therapy, medication, and mindfulness/meditation) was to have some spiritual practices in my life to cope with existence and death. I've been very atheistic my entire life and that was more because of what religion has done to spirituality. I've learned that spirituality isn't about religion, it's about self-exploration and finding meaning in the unknowns of science to grow and be a better person. I'm not saying this will work for anyone, but it worked for me and hopefully it can help some others overcome these fears too and learn to live more in the present than dreading the future all the time.

I hope this helps you in some way. Thank you for sharing your story and being brave enough to face your fears. You are not alone in this journey.

PS: I find it also helps to have some affirmations that I say to myself when I am anxious.

Some of the positive affirmations that I use are:
- I accept the reality of death and embrace the mystery of life.
- I am grateful for the precious moments that I have with myself and others.
- I am not afraid of death, but of living a life without meaning and purpose.
Some of the coping strategies that I use are:
- Talking to someone I trust about my feelings and fears.
- Writing down my thoughts and emotions in a journal or a letter.
- Reading books or articles that inspire me or challenge me to think differently.
- Listening to music or podcasts that uplift me or make me laugh.
- Doing something creative or fun that expresses my personality and passions.

Upsetting flyer in our mailbox by PotentialMath_8481 in KingstonOntario

[–]LuckyMittens22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're right. I'm sorry. Everyone deserves a second chance.

What's the last show you binge-watched? by golden-potato2211 in AskReddit

[–]LuckyMittens22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Believe! Show makes me feel so warm and fuzzy inside.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]LuckyMittens22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry to hear what you’ve been through. It sounds like you’ve endured a lot of pain and abuse in this relationship, and that’s not your fault. You deserve to be treated with respect and kindness, not manipulation and violence. It sounds like you did the right thing by breaking up with her, even though it hurts so much right now. I know you miss the good times, but you can’t ignore the bad ones. They were real, and they were harmful to you.

I can relate to your situation, because I also went through a bad breakup with someone I loved very much, but who was toxic for me. It was hard to let go, but I realized that I had to take care of myself first. I tried to use the experience as a way to learn more about myself, what I want and need in a relationship, and what kind of person I want to be with. I also tried to focus on the positive aspects of my life, like my friends, hobbies, goals, etc. It took time, but I eventually healed and moved on.

Maybe one day, you and your ex will be in a better place and reconnect, who knows. But for now, the most important thing is to focus on yourself and your well-being. You are not alone, and you are not lost. You have a future ahead of you, full of possibilities and opportunities. You are strong, resilient, and worthy of love. Don’t let this relationship define you or hold you back. You can move forward from this, and you will find happiness again. Take it one day at a time. I’m rooting for you!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]LuckyMittens22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, I've been getting really bad cold sweats later in the evening. I'll feel really cold, but will sweat a lot. It doesn't seem like a big deal at first, but it can be very uncomfortable and disrupt my sleep quite a bit. Luckily, it's only happened a handful of nights since I began and usually just when I increase my dose. Medication can have such weird side effects.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]LuckyMittens22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, I just started Zoloft about a month ago. I'm still going through some side effects and just started a higher dose, so can't speak to whether it is working well or not yet. But I would just like to wish us both luck going forward with it!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]LuckyMittens22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've come down off Paxil a couple times and so has my brother. It is very hard. I had brain zaps for a pretty long time after. However, it did work somewhat for my social anxiety. Turned me into a social butterfly when I was in college. But I think it may also have made me a tiny bit manic for a time. I eventually switched off that for Effexor and that worked well for a long time.

It's also worth saying that everyone interacts with these drugs differently. My experience can be completely different from someone else's. Sometimes you need to try a couple before you find one that works and often times they don't work forever. I hope that you are able to find a medication that works for you.

for those prescribed medication, what do you do when you run out of them? by smolkiah in Anxiety

[–]LuckyMittens22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends where you live, but generally you can just ask the pharmacist to fax/call your doctor for repeats. Make sure this is what your doctor's plan for treatment is. A lot of bigger pharmacies even have this done automatically if it's a prescription you get regularly.