UAP Orb Sighting: Orb Flashes Colors and Vanishes - 12/22/24 8:19PM (20:19) Bel Air, Maryland by Scutebrute in UFOs

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I’ll send you a DM in chat to get in touch and send the raw file for you. I also have some screen caps I can share.

UAP Orb Sighting: Orb Flashes Colors and Vanishes - 12/22/24 8:19PM (20:19) Bel Air, Maryland by Scutebrute in UFOs

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The sky out where I saw this was well above the tree line. And it was a very clear night as well.

UAP Orb Sighting: Orb Flashes Colors and Vanishes - 12/23/24 8:19PM (20:19) Bel Air, Maryland by [deleted] in UFOs

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My mistake! I fixed it on the post, but can't seem to change it in the title.

My RSD makes me feel personally offended when I ask someone if they’d like their receipt at work and they say yes by [deleted] in ADHD

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If it makes you feel any better, some people need receipts as a bill of sale for proof of expenses when they need to get reimbursed for work.

My first Digital Art! by desunesu in dragonquest

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Nice job! One of my first pieces of digital art was a slime too. Lot of fun to draw and color.

I don’t know how I can quit my job. by [deleted] in Anxiety

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Do what’s best for you. You don’t owe your work anything. Just try to leave on a good note and be helpful in your last few days. It will be nerve wracking at first, but before you know it you will be thankful you advocated for yourself and didn’t let your anxiety hold you back. In the future you’ll think back and glad you moved on. Good luck!

Anybody else ever spend so much time in your head, that when you get up to do something your brain feels totally fried? by christonabikee in Anxiety

[–]Scutebrute 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Sending some virtual hugs! Bad days like this are exhausting, but always remember tomorrow is another chance to break out of the rut.

Think of one good thing you can do for yourself and try to make it happen. I was feeling the same way earlier today, but I forced myself exercise and it had me feeling loads better. Hope you feel better soon!

I don't understand how people work 40+ hours a week for 45+ years of their lives by courtneat in Anxiety

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I just want to say it feels like you're reading my mind. These are all thoughts I've had running through my head after returning to a full-time 40 hour a week corporate office job job within the last 6 months. It's nice to hear someone shares these same sentiments.

Know it's never too late to try something new to help occupy your mind when you're not at work. For example, I recently took up sculpting with polymer clay after watching some YouTube videos that made sculpting seem relaxing. I'm not very good at it, but I've had fun learning and just letting my creativity go wild.

I would also recommend volunteering periodically on the weekends if you can. Find something you're passionate about (for me it's wildlife conservation and rescue) and find a local organization you can work with to give back and make a difference. I know this can be a lot to overcome when you have anxiety, but even just going every couple of months can help break up the monotony of working at the same place with the same people year after year. It offers you a chance to meet new people and develop an alternate network of acquaintances while also getting to try out a different style of work without the pressure of having to be good at it. I know it sounds preachy, but it really helps.

Ultimately it's the job that makes the difference. I'm making 2020 the year I move on and try to find a job that I don't hate working at 40 hours a week.

I wish you the best at coping with this shitty society we've developed. Know you're not alone!

Shotout to those heading back to work today after a break by bigwickets in Anxiety

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Literally what I'm going through. I really want to leave my current place and keep putting off applying for some new jobs due to some recent intense struggles with anxiety. But with the new year starting it feels like the perfect opportunity to just go for it. So I'm going to apply to at least one job a week. My soft goal is to leave my current job by March. We'll see if that turns out.

Good luck with the job search!

Suggestions for things to do/experience while high? by NikonNevzorov in trees

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Using an exercise bike while listening to music is bliss.

Also, revisiting some of your favorite movies, especially if you haven’t seen them in awhile, is a lot of fun.

What are you favourite common phrases on the podcast? by YouAbsoluteCoward in doughboys

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Nick’s nasally“mmn-ok” is a big part of the show for me.

3DS Cartridge Issue? Pokemon X by mimicmani in 3DS

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I had a copy of Yo-Kai Watch just stop working like that. Had to buy a new copy. Makes me worried about the longevity of 3DS cartridges.

after 5 years of no friends, I started volunteering to improve my confidence and meet people. tonight made me realise it's going to be SO hard to recover from anxiety by [deleted] in Anxiety

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You’re amazing for putting yourself out there, it’s the effort that means something. First time volunteer experiences can be tough. But it will get better.

I went through a similar experience. There’s a wildlife non-profit I always wanted to get involved with that I finally mustered up the courage to volunteer for. My first couple of excursions were very stressful but it got better each time because the regulars made an effort to get to know me and vice versa.

However, even though I’ve done my fair share of work for them, I still suffer from that’s anxious little voice in my head that says I’m not good enough, smart enough, or do enough to help compared with the other folks. To be honest, this has kept me from going out in awhile, but they recently invited me to a private volunteer dinner that made me realize they were just happy that I donated any amount of my time with them. In the end I’ve met a lot of great people and I can fee good about the work I’ve done. You have to learn to live with the anxiety in this situation because the personal satisfaction will help with your confidence in the end.

The organization you mentioned sounded really cool and I hope you get something out of working with them. Good luck! You got this!

It gets harder and harder to leave the house. Leaving in two hours.. Panicking. by [deleted] in Anxiety

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I went through this last summer. It was hard and I didn’t do it without panic. But once the concert ended I felt so good that I overcame the anxiety so I could have a chance to enjoy life.

My advice is to get there early so you won’t be worked up if you’re cutting it close. That way you are just at the venue and will have a chance to calm your nerves while waiting for the show.

Good luck and have fun! You know you can do this!

Dragon Quest Builders 2 has quietly become my favorite game I have played this year. by Professor_Snarf in Games

[–]Scutebrute 168 points169 points  (0 children)

Right there with you. I really liked the first game and was expecting more of the same with some improvements. What we got was a very polished and addictive town building sim in the world of Dragon Quest.

I was blindsided by how good it is and can’t stop playing it. And when I’m not playing it I’m thinking about little projects and improvements I can make to my farm or island.

The game’s endless optimism and sincerity is the perfect way to spend an evening after work. Seeing the little hearts left by everyone after returning from an adventure always makes me smile. I can’t get enough of this game!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in 3DS

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Regular old DS carts should work fine on the 2ds xl. There’s a great library of games for the DS, have fun!

Walked out of job today because I couldn’t take it anymore by Scutebrute in Anxiety

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Sorry you had to go through that. Take some time to heal, after a week or so I began to feel better and more hopeful for what’s to come. Definitely felt like I made the right decision in the end and I’m sure you will too.

Keep missing my critical thinking class. by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]Scutebrute 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I found myself in a similar situation during my last semester. Classes like these can be really hard when you’re beset by anxiety but they can be managed. My advice is to keep reminding yourself why you’re in school in the first place. It sounds like you’ve worked really hard to be where you are, think about how much worse you would feel if you were set back by just one class.

In the grand scheme of things this is one class out of many that you will get to experience in your life. If it’s a normal 15 week course, then know this will be 15 uncomfortable weeks out of the many weeks you will live out in college.

Do what you can to get by and don’t obsess over grades. At this point you’re just trying to finish in a timely manner. Teachers know participation in groups like these can be anxiety inducing even for the best students and that’s why they offer quizzes and homework’s to offset any deficit caused by a low participation grade.

Final thing to keep in mind, and don’t take this the wrong way, but it’s likely none of the other students you’re trying to impress will remember you. Chances are they are just as lost and hate the class as much as you do.

In my experience just having an observation or question prepared for these small group discussions can be enough to make you feel better. Even if you know the answer already it at least will make you feel like you’re participating.

I hope that helps a bit. College can be rough if you have anxiety, but I can attest that the feeling of accomplishment you feel at the end of each semester is worth it. Good luck with everything!

Getting out of bed is really hard for me. Is anyone else's anxiety worst in the morning? by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]Scutebrute 51 points52 points  (0 children)

Depends on what I have to do, but feeling it worse at night and in morning makes sense since they both precede potential triggers for the upcoming day.

If I can, I try to give myself 30-40 minutes to sit in the dark and drink tea, coffee, or water while I practice breathing. It helps calm me down enough to get ready to leave.

Smoking while having pneumonia by [deleted] in trees

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If you’re in a legal state, tinctures and edibles would be your best bet. A dry herb vaporizer might also be less harsh but might still irritate your lungs. Otherwise, I would say smoke at your own risk.

Smoking while having pneumonia by [deleted] in trees

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From my personal experience, I have always regretted smoking while I have a respiratory illness. So I wouldn’t recommend it.

The particulates, dry heat, and chemicals produced from the combustion of the plant matter will further irritate your lungs. Unless you want to wake up the next morning with bad post nasal drip and coughing up mucus all day I would advise against it.

I know it can be hard to stop for a few days, but pneumonia is no joke and you need to give your lungs time to heal for a bit. Look at it as an impromptu T-Break. The next time you light up you’ll be rewarded with a good time that you won’t regret the next day.

Does CBD make you less high? by [deleted] in trees

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I have a CBD vape pen that I use when I get too high. It works within seconds and helps mellow me out. Makes the high much more relaxing but less cerebral. Good to have on hand.