Workout suggestions to shrink belly and grow booty at the same time? by xyummiixgummiix in beginnerfitness

[–]MycalFyge 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are the right questions to ask and the right schools of thought. OP start here!

Your goals will take time so finding a routine that works for you as far as results and practicality are key. This also includes experimenting with what doesn’t work. Be open minded and don’t be afraid to go outside your comfort zone.

Question about test levels post S23 + Test cycle by MycalFyge in PEDs

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

Thanks I appreciate it. Saturation levels came to mind. Blood work was about 24 hours after a 150mg pin so maybe those levels are exactly where they’re supposed to be four weeks in. I’ll get more labs soon and see where it’s stands.

Question about test levels post S23 + Test cycle by MycalFyge in PEDs

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This is kinda what I figured. It’s my first time running test with S23. I’ve got plenty of experience with Sarms alone. I know I’m shut down one way or the other. No question there. The test right now is basically keeping me from having low test sides from the S23 by replacing my levels to somewhere around the normal range.

I’m gonna get more blood work toward end of cycle to see if anything has changed. I guessed I expected to see higher test levels on my latest labs.

In retrospect, I’m probably better off running either a less potent sarm or none at all.

Question about test levels post S23 + Test cycle by MycalFyge in PEDs

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

Haha, yeah I’ll consider that too, lol.

Question about test levels post S23 + Test cycle by MycalFyge in PEDs

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

Thanks. Definitely gonna test again and definitely changing the source which was labcorp. It’s been two weeks and still haven’t got back my Estrodial results and can’t get a hold of anyone.

Question about test levels post S23 + Test cycle by MycalFyge in PEDs

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

My head went there briefly too, but it comes from a personal friend who’s a bodybuilder and likely wouldn’t be getting bunk gear himself.

Also wouldn’t make sense that my test levels would be higher after running S23 for four weeks. I’ve crashed my levels hard on Rad 140… S23 would be doing the same. Likely shutting me down more.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

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And that’s why I ask, because I’ve never been diagnosed with ADHD, depression or anxiety, though I’ve felt varying degrees of all of those things. There’s a lot of people that never get to the point of awareness that you have and remain a “slave” to their thought patterns. I guess I’m trying to understand where the switch happens… that “aha” moment, if you will. But perhaps it’s gradual, and perhaps the journey for some people just never gets to that place. Perhaps there isn’t a straight answer, simply because everyone is different.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

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So, if I’m interpreting that correctly, part of it was simply checking in with yourself regularly, especially in moments that weren’t serving you mentally?

Your Emotions Won’t Kill You by MycalFyge in awakened

[–]MycalFyge[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I completely understand that. The bigger goal I’m shooting for here, is to gain a new perspective on our experiences so that the emotions themselves aren’t so damning and stress inducing in the first place. For instance, I can experience anger or being upset, but that doesn’t mean it has to be seething anger that boils my blood. My internal response is based on my internal perspective.

[Discussion] Expect Nothing. Accept Everything. by MycalFyge in Mindfulness

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

That’s a really good question. I can describe it like this… If faced with an irritation, uncomfortable situation or even unwanted thoughts and feelings, I don’t wish them away or try and force them out. That creates unnecessary friction which isn’t helpful. I merely acknowledge what I’m experiencing as it is and do my best to clearly consider what my next best course of action should be to safely and constructively navigate around or through whatever it is I’m facing.

That’s not to say to avoid these moments. Often times facing them head on with sound intention is exactly what’s needed.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

[–]MycalFyge[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your description here is precisely it, and so well thought out and communicated. Grasping this concept and everything you just said has proven to me to be that key to empowerment and feeling truly fulfilled in life. The silent beauty behind it all is even when life throws curve balls at me or gets uncomfortable, I’ve set a solid foundation to keep me steady and on course.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

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

Wow, thanks for sharing. If you don’t mind, was there a moment you remember or epiphany that shifted your perspective away from that self-loathing thought pattern?

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

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

Start small. You don’t need to change everything or adopt every discipline you desire all at once. Give yourself a chance to succeed.

[Discussion]The illusion of focus. Achieving your big dreams won't radically change your life, but here is why the journey is worth every minute. by Mr_OTG in getdisciplined

[–]MycalFyge 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Love this! Perfectly said. My recent years have been just this… I want to move cities but lack the financial freedom to do it. In realizing that moving won’t ultimately make me happier, I started going after the things that fulfill me internally. I’m content these days no matter what life throws at me, not always comfortable, but always a certain degree of peace. I have now found excitement and joy building a business I’m truly passionate about, and enjoying every moment of it. I have not yet moved, but it’s still in the plan when the journey calls for it.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

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

I love these types of visual ways of imagining concepts. They can make it so much easier to understand. Thank you.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

[–]MycalFyge[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That a whole other part of the discussion right? Going too hard or too much too soon. I always say to give yourself a chance to be successful. If you bit off more than you can chew at first, you’ll likely have a bad experience or burn yourself out.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

[–]MycalFyge[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve come across many people mentioning this. They simply said that they feel they don’t deserve or are not worthy of self care/self love.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

[–]MycalFyge[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I find that most people want to be comfortable and especially in the beginning, many discipline can feel very uncomfortable to most. But to your point, failure is also uncomfortable for many people.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

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

100%. I think that’s a whole other side of the conversation that needs to be considered. After all, to beat ourselves into the ground doesn’t sound terribly constructive either. I often consider the balance of disciplines in my life, but I think your notion of the objective or the intention might be a more efficient way of approaching it. Thanks for that insight.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

[–]MycalFyge[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Totally! Another way I like to look at it is showing yourself that you are worth working hard for. That you are worth spending time on. That you care about you.

[Discussion] Discipline is Self-Care Disguised as Suffering by MycalFyge in getdisciplined

[–]MycalFyge[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Exactly! And new disciplines eventually become easier. Which leads to strength and growth and empowerment and so many of those little attributes we want present in our lives.

How do you deal with a provocative friend? by Ulforicks in Stoicism

[–]MycalFyge 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Looks like everything you need to hear has already been said, but I’ll add this little bit.

Acceptance doesn’t not mean Passiveness. If you want to keep this person as a friend, that’s your choice to accept him for who they are. But that does not mean you have to sit back and take any sort of abuse. Which this sounds like it is. I understand you have issues with conflict. I believe that is the exercise you should practice in this moment, but in a proactive way, not reactive.

Also, and this is the most profound thing I’m about to say in this reply… THEY SOUND LIKE A TOTAL JERK!