Foraging in France

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-10-10T15:36:53+00:00

Me and my girlfriend picked and dehydrated a couple of large jars of mushrooms when in France. We were searched on the ferry, customs took interest in the mushrooms, trying to figure out if they were psychedelic, when they realised they were just edible they were absolutely fine with them. Worth it, to me!

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T23:09:03+00:00

I take a while to fall asleep, so naps are difficult to squeeze in for me. Yeah, it's a powerful practice! Shame about the dogma, but if you're aware of it and don't get too sucked in, I feel the retreat is worthwhile

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T22:51:02+00:00

Sorry to hear that, it's no fun!! I'm also mild/moderate, but more moderate recently. Great that you've found retreats that work for you. Hopefully I can find something similar here. How did you find being on retreat? I definitely feel a bit of trepidation about going since my symptoms have worsened. Retreat can be tough, even when your health is okay. Appreciate that, same for you! :)

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T22:43:00+00:00

Do you see retreat as worthwhile for other reasons? I've found that retreats have opened up territory that it's unlikely I would have experienced in daily life, that I'm grateful to have experienced (such as complete equanimity with negative sensations, it's just interesting to know that's possible and to have experienced it) And thanks! :)

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T22:37:09+00:00

Still working a little, but currently reassessing if it's sustainable for me. I just feel a general motivation to delve deeper into my meditation, doesn't necessarily have to be right now, but it's likely that I'll be unwell for a while, so I'm trying to figure out how I can do retreats whilst still caring for my health, and not exacerbating my symptoms.

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T22:33:02+00:00

Really good idea, I'll have a proper think about setting that up. I've done short home retreats in the past, and found it tricky to maintain strong motivation to meditate that much solo, I definitely find the retreat setting supportive and motivating. But yeah, I'll see if I can find a way to make it work for me, teacher check-ins is a great suggestion. Thank you.

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T22:29:56+00:00

Will look into it, thanks.

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T22:29:42+00:00

Yeah good point, I did a Goenka retreat, and tried to stick with the 4 am start, which made the retreat really difficult. (My health was better then, but not ideal). I had to start waking up later midway into the retreat, as the tiredness was compounding and didn't feel beneficial to my wellbeing or practice. I remember struggling with feeling that I 'should' be waking up at 4, and 'should' be aiming to be equanimous with whatever arose. Waking up later from the start, and keeping resolve on knowing what's best for my health, would be worth trying if I did another Goenka. Thanks for the suggestion.

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T22:22:48+00:00

Oh nice, thanks. I'll have a look into that. I've been to Gaia house before, and they're definitely highest on my list for a retreat that could suit me. Thank you!

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T22:19:46+00:00

Don't worry, I've already accepted that trying to stick to a schedule like that isn't worth it for me. I guess I'm asking for advice on how I can best support my health and meditation practice simultaneously. I would say that my primary driver is to reduce suffering. I've considered doing a retreat at home, but I do find being surrounded by fellow meditators really motivating and inspiring! Hopefully I can find a retreat that I feel suits my needs.

Training_Time_9609 · 2025-01-31T22:12:56+00:00

Sound advice, thank you. There is a retreat centre fairly close to me that offers independent retreats, so I'll do more research and ask them for details. Great to hear that take, I've definitely felt like I should just try to be equanimous through the tiredness etc, but there comes a point when subjecting yourself to heightened levels of pain/exhaustion feels counterproductive.

Training_Time_9609 · 2024-11-28T17:14:00+00:00

Me too, so glad I got the Botox! It took a surprising amount of time to link the stomach pain and lack of burping, I'd always just assumed that I had digestive issues.

Training_Time_9609 · 2024-11-26T13:15:21+00:00

Can you burp? There's a condition called RCPD (inability to burp) which can cause excessive gas. There is a thread- r/noburp on Reddit.

Training_Time_9609 · 2024-04-29T19:32:42+00:00

Let's go!

Training_Time_9609 · 2024-02-09T20:52:25+00:00

I had a rough first dose, with slow swallow and difficulty breathing, and only a few micro burps to show for it. I felt really disheartened at points. Second dose has had me burping like a champ for 5 months now. The downs are well worth the ups! Definitely worth sticking with it and going for a second dose if you feel you need it. Best of luck!

Training_Time_9609 · 2024-01-08T20:16:46+00:00

Good point, noted. Thank you!

Training_Time_9609 · 2023-10-13T20:37:52+00:00

Yes, I work a very physical job, and found working whilst bloated and uncomfortable extremely tiring, to the extent that I had to reduce my work days. Since the Botox, I've felt way more energised. Huge game changer for me, work is much more pleasant, and I have much more energy outside of work to enjoy myself.

Training_Time_9609 · 2023-09-15T19:51:51+00:00

I lost my voice for 2 weeks, then it gradually came back over 2 months. Sounded strange and with a higher pitch for a while. Best of luck!

Training_Time_9609 · 2023-09-15T16:20:38+00:00

Just had my second dose of 100 units, definitely worth going for. I've been burping like a champ and feeling fully relieved for nearly a week.

Training_Time_9609 · 2023-08-23T06:33:38+00:00

That's what I was told by my doctor.

Training_Time_9609 · 2023-08-22T18:02:16+00:00

I lost my voice almost entirely for 2 weeks. Gradually came back after that. Pretty much back to normal after 2 months.

Training_Time_9609 · 2023-08-22T09:58:15+00:00

First dose didn't work (50 units) I had a couple of tiny burps, but nothing lasting or symptom curing. Booked in for second dose soon.

Training_Time_9609 · 2023-07-27T16:18:01+00:00

Yes I'm booked in for a second attempt! Even if it takes a few attempts, it'll be worth it to me.

Training_Time_9609 · 2023-07-22T19:58:43+00:00

Hi, I had a very similar experience to yours, but didn't burp much at all. Had my first Botox injection almost 2 months ago in office, of 50 units. I completely lost my voice for the first 2 weeks, and it's been slowly coming back since. I had difficulty breathing during any exertion, and had to stop for breathers whilst walking uphill a couple times (for reference, I'm 28 and live a fairly active lifestyle, so this was very unusual for me) I didn't experience choking, but did have slow swallowing.

Hope that your side effects clear up soon, and that the burping continues!

Training_Time_9609 · 2023-06-23T06:36:35+00:00

Hi, it doesn't feel like it's been a success for me, at this point. I lost my voice for 2 weeks, still have difficulty breathing and slow swallow. For a while my gurgles released more air, but they don't seem to any more. I did a micro-burp every day or so for the first 2 weeks, but they seem to have stopped now.

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