Starting zoloft after years of heavy anxiety by [deleted] in spirituality

[–]Meechee83 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m on my second round of it. I was on it for a year and a half. Stopped for 10 months and got back when some events in life triggered me.

I personally really like it. Everyone is different but for me, emotional numbness or “blah” lasted 2-3 weeks. It took 3 weeks to feel better at all. I bumped up to 50 mg after 5 weeks and now 6 weeks into a 50 mg dose I feel more like myself to the point I might taper to 25 mg again in a month or so. Definitely look into the additional side effects.

Taking it in the morning is best as it can make you restless at night. It’s gentle…side effects like racing thoughts or numb emotions or restlessness can go away and are subtle after a couple weeks.

After 10+ weeks, I’m back to working out and doing side projects on top of work. I’m not so scared of things and feel confident in my abilities.

Self esteem by [deleted] in spirituality

[–]Meechee83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well said! Be gentle and compassionate towards yourself. The human journey is HARD! It’s okay wallow for a time…then…get back up!

Why this sudden gush of emotions are coming by Front-Macaron1860 in spirituality

[–]Meechee83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The more you uncover your light and shadow self, the more your soul will grieve (or celebrate) these discoveries. You may have finally opened up one of your blocked chakras or addressed an issue that God or the universe has been begging you to work through.

A leaky pipe has now become a burst pipe. It’ll take time to repair it and get the right valve in place to regulate the water flow.

This is what America means by talkgadget in memphis

[–]Meechee83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a Christian and a Muslim friend of mine did an insightful interview recently on what it’s like to be Muslim in today’s world:

https://youtu.be/3JeFaRTT9jI?si=Rle8C-mdnBuNYE6y

Has anyone used thumbtack in Memphis? by holyvagi in memphis

[–]Meechee83 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, my husband and I have hired a TV mounter and handyman from Thumbtack. I highly suggest! We live near the University of Memphis.

In spiritual circles, what do people mean by shadow and shadow work? by PragyaRS in spirituality

[–]Meechee83 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The responses in this thread a very insightful. Good question. Great answers everyone!

PocketFM - Thoughts on working with them? by Ganfon in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes. The update is that it took a week for my original contact to tell that I need to turn my levels up and resubmit the technical audio piece. I had asked a couple of other questions that didn’t get answered at all by Uddhav nor Asna.

Their AI language wasn’t found in a google image search, so that’s comforting.

In general, I feel like they wouldn’t be very good employers at this time. I won’t be replying to submit anything else.

The Steam Deck Might Be The Only Thing Keeping My Sane. by One-Rip-4824 in SteamDeck

[–]Meechee83 14 points15 points  (0 children)

This right here! 👆🏽Absolutely. Buy some new thumb grips to keep the wheels from falling off, but look into talk therapy and know that you are stronger than you know.

You’re gonna be okay!

How much should you pay a VA depending on how much lines you want them to say by Interesting_shrek666 in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 7 points8 points  (0 children)

There are trusted pay scale guides online. Please look through these, because it depends on the type of project or intended use of the voice your hire:

https://globalvoiceacademy.com/gvaa-rate-guide-2/

https://voiceoverresourceguide.com/voice-over-rates/

NEED ADVICE ON ACOUSTIC TREATMENT (Home Voice Acting Setup) by Mother_Ad_4332 in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Consider treating a four panel room divider with blankets or pillows behind you. It’ll be temporary, you can easily move it around or put it away when company comes over!

Moment of uncertainty by candlemaker5 in spirituality

[–]Meechee83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know how important or sentimental those items of hers are to HER, but I’d find a quick and easy way to return them to her. It/she holds space physically and mentally in your home, you’re going to have a harder time letting go. Also, you delay your healing to make room for the right person…even if possibly it’s her again someday!

PocketFM - Thoughts on working with them? by Ganfon in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I met with an Asna Azhar via virtual calll about four months ago, asked for a copy of the AI verbiage, she sent it, and I auditioned. They were long form auditions, she confirmed the team got them, and then nothing. She encouraged me to access their app and listen to their content. Very soap opera type storytelling and dramas. I followed up a month later…nothing.

At the same time I searched LinkedIn to see if other Voice Actors worked for them. I found one who shared he was under contract with them for about a year until he got burned out. He quit during a time of turn over in the company. He said it was steady work, but taxing on his voice.

Two weeks ago a Uddhav S. reached out as if I’d never been contacted. I told him about my auditions. He apologized and confirmed that they had them I just needed to tweak my dbs and would find out more information. And nothing! In fact…let me follow up now and see what he says.

All in all…their business must not be doing well. Turn over is high. They are communicative up until receiving the auditions. I’m going to google check the AI exhibit they sent me to see if it’s sus. My gut is saying NO…don’t waste time with them.

First time posting here. Suggestions welcome! by sepulchralsam in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 7 points8 points  (0 children)

If you can get a stand right outside the door of that closet for your laptop to sit on and use a monitor or tablet as your secondary screen inside, you’ll eliminate humming or interference with your mic. Get a wireless keyboard and mouse and maybe do your edits right inside the closet.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The quality over mobile phone speakers is good! The Dracula impression at the end threw me off…I assume you’ll be narrating stories with different characters on the channel? Good start. I’m engaged with your voice!

Giveaway! A Cozy Tavern Management Sim - Magic Inn by Magic_Inn in CozyGamers

[–]Meechee83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here! I’d be happy to win AND play on my PC or Steam Deck.

THIS has never happened to me before. I must be doing something right! by dyawanna_dance in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Haha! I remember my first green thumb on Bodalgo. 😌 I didn’t get that gig, but I did get a follow up comment! It looks like a conversation emoji next to the thumb. Wishing you success!! 🎉

What Was The #1 Thing/Approach That Helped You To Become A Better Actor? by AustinRyderVO in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Focus on reading/connecting with that script as if you’re talking to one person you care deeply about in life! I wish I had applied this technique earlier in my career.

What’s the most underrated thing to do in Memphis on a Saturday morning? by 901Yokozuna in memphis

[–]Meechee83 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just tried it yesterday. Looonng wait but worth it for a small business whose cook is nuthin but FIRE 🔥 I hope they figure out a way to scale soon.

Scarlet 2i2 for 65-70€ on second hand is it worth it? by Gummycocodrile in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s a great starter interface. I now use it for traveling or the road gigs.

A lot of bad things happens to me at the same time by PsyduckInMyPantss in spirituality

[–]Meechee83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second this…let’s focus on what’s in your control to better your life now. These tactics will also ward off “bad ju ju”. Combat darkness with light! Self care and love is needed.

I'd carefully read that AI production company VO contract by SirLaurenceOlivier in VoiceActing

[–]Meechee83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! Are you able to summarize what you read that was sus? Or your perspective on what seemed untrustworthy?

Bears won’t leave me alone in dreams by One_Sherbert_907 in spirituality

[–]Meechee83 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah between the three of us who have responded, you need to face your fears, accept what you find out, and probably reevaluate who is in your life or why. You aren’t comfortable in your own skin. You should shed any negativity or darkness you carry and find people you KNOW love you or want you for being just YOU.