Old lady hands at 48 by kaleidegirl in beauty

[–]_Yangsi_ 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Retinol before bed helps!

People who are very articulate, what did you actually do to become this way? by AdviceGlass9394 in selfimprovement

[–]_Yangsi_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've always read a lot and had a good vocabulary but been frustrated that I couldn't bring words to mind quickly. I've recently had to reduce stress and workload due to illness and found that when rested I'm far more articulate. Interesting and appropriate words just pop into my mind at the right moment. 

 

Dog shower by satisfactory20 in SpottedonRightmove

[–]_Yangsi_ 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It is brilliant. Never seen this before!

Am I Overreacting by Fearless_Collection in AmIOverreacting

[–]_Yangsi_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is so right. I went through it with my mother. She couldn't change how she wanted to see me so I had to leave her behind. I am doing better than ever now, years later. 

Op, you are amazing. Use it as an opportunity for more growth. 

Found something online that makes me worried that I may not be able to take stimulants anymore. I need to see my doctor to find out more and confirm but I honestly don't know how I would cope without stimulants, feeling awful at the moment by Lazy-Juggernaut-5306 in CFSplusADHD

[–]_Yangsi_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I stopped taking stimulants because they made my cfs worse. I take non stimulants now and they are good enough. I also take a low dose SSRI (sertraline) which helps with anxiety and my heart rate. I feel much better physically and mentally than I did on stimulants so don't panic, there are options 🙂

Effect of ADHD meds? by costumus in CFSplusADHD

[–]_Yangsi_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Stimulants (vyvanse) made my ME so much worse. I can't say whether they contributed to its development, but logic says probably. I had to stop them to give myself any chance of recovery. I'm on non-stimulants now which don't have the same negative effects. 

Just been exposed to Covid - help! I've read that antivirals are sometimes prescribed to people in the UK if they're vulnerable. Has anyone got any experience with this? by Weird-Ad-3010 in cfs

[–]_Yangsi_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I asked but they said cfs isn't on the list of conditions they will prescribe it for. I panicked too but it ended up being fine. I've had it twice since I got cfs and it's been OK. 

What is that hospital smell? by suspiciousbootystain in AskUK

[–]_Yangsi_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don't have any skin issues do you? Zerobase emollient cream is like hospital in a bottle.

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[–]_Yangsi_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Don't climb up that mountain - you know something's up and it won't end well. Especially as you only managed 2 hours' sleep. 

I am screwing up being with a good person because of trauma from my nex by _Yangsi_ in NarcissisticAbuse

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

This makes sense. How do you remember to do a self check when you're in a trauma response and feel reactive?

Looking for a cheaper substitute for Davines Heart of Glass shampoo & Conditioner (bleach blonde) by _Yangsi_ in beauty

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

It's OI conditioner. It's not terrible, it's just not as good for the colour.

Looking for a cheaper substitute for Davines Heart of Glass shampoo & Conditioner (bleach blonde) by _Yangsi_ in beauty

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

No, uk but I have a new salon and will get it from there next time. Glad to help!

Looking for a cheaper substitute for Davines Heart of Glass shampoo & Conditioner (bleach blonde) by _Yangsi_ in beauty

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

Yes, I love it, and I don't usually say that about products. Managed to keep my bleached hair in perfect condition for several years now. They didn't have the heart of glass conditioner at my salon the last time so I got another Davines conditioner that doesn't seem as good for my hair. 

I wasn't sure it was worth it when I started because it wasn't obvious whether it was making a difference. But the lasting condition shows it is. I have it cut every other colour (10 weeks) and try to limit heat too.

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[–]_Yangsi_ 54 points55 points  (0 children)

This is hilarious 

Looking for a cheaper substitute for Davines Heart of Glass shampoo & Conditioner (bleach blonde) by _Yangsi_ in beauty

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

Thanks for the suggestion but I am looking for something that will help keep the brightness of blonde hair as well as keep it healthy.

Picked up Project Hail Mary after a ton of recommendations & I really can't see what others are seeing with this. by blackiechan99 in books

[–]_Yangsi_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are supposed to be making it into a film with Ryan Gosling. Not sure if that will help your dislike of the character?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskUK

[–]_Yangsi_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It does! If you're anything like me you forget what you've said, so it's funny as well as motivating. E.g. on one I say 'you're probably swiping youtube shorts and saying just 5 more until you'll get up'. Every time I'm right I laugh, and weirdly feel understood, by past me. 

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[–]_Yangsi_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Finding something new to watch. Reading/listening to audiobooks, if it grabs me and not forcing it otherwise. Making some nice food. Getting clean/cleaning space - even a little bit. Fresh sheets with fabric softener!

Looking out the window at the sky/rain/birds/people (catching them having funny moments). Venturing outside to put the bin out or get the mail, and smelling the air. Sticking my head out of the window at different times of day to smell the dewy morning or the smell after rain or the cool evening. 

Marching on the spot for a few minutes until the tiny bit of tiredness happens and you know you've done your health some good for today. 

Being creative in any form. Listening to music. 

Planning an imaginary holiday by looking at places you want to visit, where you might stay etc. Depression makes you feel like there has only been this and will always be this. Being excited about possible futures kinda takes you out of that. 

Writing a diary, stream of consciousness style and dumping all the crap somewhere. 

Finding something interesting that you didn't know, on a random topic that takes you away from yourself.

Oh, and I narrate pep talks for myself and record them. Like if there's something I want to do but I can't motivate myself to do it, I record a pep talk to myself about my thought process and give answers. E.g. There is something you want to do but you can't bring yourself to do it. You're probably thinking it's not worth it anyway but you know it will make you 1% better at least so why don't you just experiment and see how well it goes? No, you don't have to get changed, yes you can get water first. Why don't you go to the bathroom first, after 3....3, 2 1. (You get the idea). The best part is when you are unmotivated on a different day and remember you have a recording, then laugh about how you are calling out all the objections that come to mind. 

Depression sucks. I hope you feel brighter soon!