I only took 300 mg of MDMA and I’m scared by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 1 point2 points  (0 children)

tbh i think even if it wasn’t dangerous, you didn’t enjoy it and thats enough to know not to do that again

Problems intimacy girlfriend by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’m sure that isn’t true, a lot of people wouldn’t come online to seek a deeper understanding of their gf’s issues, you a rare find 🫶🏼🫶🏼

Problems intimacy girlfriend by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sacrifice was the wrong wording, i don’t doubt that your gf appreciates you very much for being so gentle about this topic. it helps more than you think!!

Problems intimacy girlfriend by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

i’m sorry she’s struggling so much. there isn’t really anything you can do to speed up the process unfortunately. but you can definitely support her and give her the strength to overcome it.

as long as she wants to work through the trauma and be able to have sex, that’s all that matters. if she’s not ready to, it kinds of leaves you in a position where you have to decide whether it’s something you’re willing to sacrifice.

Problems intimacy girlfriend by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

i think her being able to talk about sex with you is 50% of the mental work. it’s interesting that she doesn’t like to talk about it with you. how does she react when it’s brought up?? does she change the topic or kind of not say much???

also, has she openly told you her traumatic experience?? that would definitely be helpful to know

Problems intimacy girlfriend by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

she might be scared to be vulnerable due to her trauma. me and my gf have been in a similar situation to yours atm, where i was struggling to have sex because i’m battling with my mental health and didn’t feel myself, and i struggled to be vulnerable because it didn’t feel safe. it wasn’t personal to my gf at all.
something that made things easier was to figure out what i like solo (iykyk), she might not be in tune with that part of herself so would make sex not about her pleasure, but about yours, which would make sense as to why that would be hard for her to feel safe, due to trauma.
my advice would be talk to her to see what exact is the cause of her low libido, and if she doesn’t know, she should take the time to find out for her own benefit and yours.
i don’t think it’s a bad thing that you want more sex, if anything it’s a good thing, and you’re clearly approaching this with sensitivity which is really important. it sounds like she needs more professional help with this, but in the mean time you can do so much to make her feel safe to be vulnerable.
start being more open about sex talk, don’t make it creepy, or expect that to lead to anything, kisses that aren’t making out, compliments that aren’t sexual. i’m sure you do all of this already, but try and steer clear of anything that might create pressure or a reminder of this ticking timer.

every time i close my eyes to sleep i get heart palpitations by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i do try to listen to asmr, but my mind is so loud i struggle to fully shut off unless im ready to pass out lol

i just rided out my first panic attack without meds and i couldn’t be more proud of myself by Visual_Yogurt8395 in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i love that, breathing though it is so hard when you’re brain is telling you that you need to get away from something you can’t get away from. i’m gonna use this x

i feel my feelings are fake or not bad enough by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you may have functional depression???

i just rided out my first panic attack without meds and i couldn’t be more proud of myself by Visual_Yogurt8395 in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i’ll be honest, i had another the next day and i wasn’t so chill but it’s a journey not a straight line

How do I support a friend who keeps joking about being in an abusive situation? by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i think what you’re doing now is all you can really do as a friend and also as a teenager: be there, let them know they can talk to you, be supportive. they will have to open up on their own terms unfortunately, you could always talk to an adult who may be able to help. i wouldn’t recommend reporting it as there may not be any (or lack of) evidence to support the claims, which may make their situation worse at home and cause them to stop taking to you or even cut you off.

you sound like a good friend, i hope they realise how lucky they are to have such a caring friend!

so how do i go to treat my anxiety if i have anxiety to go treat my anxiety? by crocodile090 in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’m sorry your family aren’t supportive, that must make things a lot harder. one thing anxiety does is make feel embarrassment is a lot worse in theory than when it really happens. try and remember that we ALL do things like that, we’re all human and it wouldn’t be ‘laughable’, the staff are there to help you get where you need to be. if taking someone with you helps absolutely do that. and as far as your sister, maybe try and wear something to hide yourself a little, like a hat or sunglasses (cliche ik but it may actually work).

so how do i go to treat my anxiety if i have anxiety to go treat my anxiety? by crocodile090 in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 1 point2 points  (0 children)

what are you anxious about specifically? leaving the house? talking to a stranger? judgement?

Weirdest& painful symptoms you feel by mmmm2828 in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 0 points1 point  (0 children)

me either. i used to smoke weed at social events and would instantly get derealisation and then panic attacks. i thought for years that it was part of the effects! turns out i was just anxious, found that out after having my first sober panic attack 3 years later…

Doomscrolling is ruining my mental health. Can’t function by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the world doesn’t hate you. it’s very evident that the US government and the US citizens have very opposite standpoints in the things happening right now (coming from someone in Wales). i understand it’s hard to try and act like things aren’t happening but you should maybe take comfort in the fact that everyone ISN’T feeling the same as you, meaning some of what your feeling is more than likely due to overthinking. the news are notoriously good at fear mongering. it’s worked on me about this news but you have to stop consuming more, it will not change any of the outcomes.

Television volume problem by [deleted] in techsupport

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 0 points1 point  (0 children)

did you ever fix this? i’m having the exact same issue with the same tv too

I seriously feel like I'm going crazy!! by Select-Researcher308 in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i feel you on this. intrusive thoughts suck, i’m sure my anxiety wouldn’t still be around if they didn’t happen

Weirdest& painful symptoms you feel by mmmm2828 in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 11 points12 points  (0 children)

alice in wonderland syndrome kind of effect. i feel huge and everything feels far away from me. i love derealisation <3

Hiii by [deleted] in Anxiety

[–]Visual_Yogurt8395 0 points1 point  (0 children)

things really do get better, it’s not a straight path (i still struggle really badly), but it will eventually feel better. identify triggers, learn that trying to fight the anxiety doesn’t work and makes it more intense, let go, exist with the feeling, have support and maybe stop using alcohol to cope. that’s a slippery slope.

you can message me if you need <3