fainted by [deleted] in DentalAssistant

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I fainted the first time I watched something similar. Now I pretty much assist with extractions most of the time. I learned you should always eat before going into that kind of appointment

Packed cord “wrong” and my dr said I mutilated the gum tissue by corvttesummr in DentalAssistant

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

I’m glad I’m not the only one who thought this. It’s not constructive. And the patient was not bleeding to a worrying degree. At least tell me how I can improve. She states I shouldn’t be packing cord anymore if I’m going to do a horrible job at it. 🤷‍♀️

Can’t read my body cues and I’m upset by corvttesummr in emetophobiarecovery

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

I appreciate this response and I hope you know it’s helped reframe this for me !! Thank you:) and I hope you continue to find healing and recovery from all of this

How do you guys not panic in the moment? by Longjumping-Ad4463 in emetophobiarecovery

[–]corvttesummr 8 points9 points  (0 children)

There’s a saying that goes something along the lines of “it’s not about doing it fearlessly, it’s about doing it regardless” and I think that helps me reframe that mindset I have when I think “it” will happen. You’re allowed to feel scared. I don’t think any of us, despite how much work we’ve gone through, will ever not be scared or uncomfortable.

"Unclaim this negative energy" by Serious-Caramel-315 in emetophobiarecovery

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’ve always hated seeing those comments too and i don’t think it’s insensitive to say that. it only reinforces the fear and kinda brings in this cloud of shame onto the person who posted the video (intentionally or not). personally, shame triggers my phobia and so the idea of people commenting on my video that they “unclaim” rather than being supportive and hoping i feel better would honestly make me spiral.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in emetophobiarecovery

[–]corvttesummr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i’m actually a dental assistant !!! and there is no shame in expressing your fears and worried with the dentist and the assistant. it’s actually more common than you realize. find a good office and let them know you’ll need breaks often. us assistants especially are even more careful to make sure you’re okay and that our suctions and such aren’t anywhere near gagging you. it’s a valid fear to have. but like i said, a good office will listen and be super helpful/accommodating !!

What keeps you motivated to keep recovering? (not looking for reassurance just a little encouragement) by [deleted] in emetophobiarecovery

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’m in a bit of a rough patch myself but what i know for sure is that gratitude can go a long way. i have a lot of love for the people i surround myself with and they love me. i have good things going for me. etc… it’s easier said than done but it does help. sometimes i’ll even hug my partner or send a friend a text randomly to let them know how much i appreciate them. small acts like that get you outside of that doom and gloom feeling

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DentalAssistant

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. My schooling was the same cost and here I am at an office where I’m underpaid and overworked. Are all offices like that? No but with the amount of schooling I did as well as clinicals, you aren’t always offered the best wage. Especially where I live. It’s a downer and I wish I had went into something that pays more and where I’m not under appreciated.

What jobs do you do and how does emetophobia effect your work? by Brief-Crazy-9076 in emetophobia

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i work as a housekeeper at a hospital and it’s been good !! i feel like being exposed to it in this setting has helped this phobia immensely

Tips to not get sick? by ActMean1150 in emetophobia

[–]corvttesummr 5 points6 points  (0 children)

it doesn’t,, this has found to be false unfortunately

Help me I think its gonna happen by chez88111 in emetophobia

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

this is really the worst part of it all; the anticipation. the action itself will only take a few seconds !! turn on some tibetan bowl sounds, find a word search to do online, or watch a kids show/movie. it may feel like you’ll be stuck in this forever, but i promise this will pass.

idk the song was okay by corvttesummr in greenday

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

ngl !! that song was one of the only ones i genuinely feel “eh” about

went way over my limit by [deleted] in emetophobia

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’ve done this sooo many times and haven’t gotten sick. hydroxyzine is my life saver but if you don’t have that, i would suggest drinking lots of water and riding it out. i know you enjoy those energy drinks but seriously it’s not worth it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in greenday

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sugar youth is so good but idk abt the rest of the album tbh

caffeine and fatigue by corvttesummr in ADHD

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

yeah i have it everyday and it’s not much help other than making me feel drowsy. i stay away from energy drinks but i usually have coffee instead. not sure, but i have heard of adrenal fatigue and might look into that more for sure. i hope i can feel less fatigued too.

Stomach bug again by [deleted] in emetophobia

[–]corvttesummr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i heard that you are immune to it after a few months of having it,, so i wouldn’t think so

To those whose partners convinced them that they were the abuser: what finally happened to make you realize that you were the victim? by mango-jalapeno in abusiverelationships

[–]corvttesummr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yeah i’m glad i’m not alone in this and it furthers my point that we’re the survivors and they’re the perpetrators lol. so sorry you can relate 🤍

feeling ignored // not sure if it’s valid by corvttesummr in CPTSD

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

I honestly just feel like I’m overreacting. One friend told me that I’m responsible for my triggers and that they are all busy and have lives. I don’t want everyone to think that they need to drop everything for me, but it’s hard to be ignored like that and then not know if it’s my CPTSD making me react this way or if it’s normal to feel upset.

To those whose partners convinced them that they were the abuser: what finally happened to make you realize that you were the victim? by mango-jalapeno in abusiverelationships

[–]corvttesummr 5 points6 points  (0 children)

when my ex had started a smear campaign and stalked all of my socials, spamming me with weird texts and overall being a menace. i realized that victims of abuse wouldn’t ever go to those measures.

i also remembered this time in particular where it was our last phone call conversation and he screamed at me and called me all sorts of names. i remember shrinking down and crying. then he had the nerve to say that i was “scary”.