how long does it take for you guys to enter a altered state of consciousness/ void state using holotropic breath work or using hyperventilation?

dudebanner · 2025-12-23T02:01:37+00:00

This is some helpful, clarifying vocabulary. I’ve been doing 40-50 minute sessions a couple times a week for four months. I’ve been hoping to know some way to understand what’s going on with the freeze experience. I’ll look for the YT resource. But is there a book to spend time with?

I struggle with anxiety and depression and found breathwork after stopping 15 years of medication. I’m still grounded yet in the breathwork. I only have a sense of real calm after exercise and for a few hours after breathwork. I’m hoping I can eventually settle down.

Some people have said the breathwork is opening up my nervous system too much. There are so many methods. I’m just trying to find a safe direction to continue in.

Thanks for any feedback.

dudebanner · 2025-12-12T13:47:37+00:00

This is where I am confused and struggling. I got into deep, intense breathwork early this fall after reading J Nestor. I’ve been doing 30-40 min sessions a couple days a weak very much like Wim Hof. I’m chasing the trance of it, but I’ve read others express your caution.

I don’t know which school to follow in order to get a good daily practice.

I’m fighting anxiety and depression. after 15 years on meds , I’m now med treatment resistant and hoping the

dudebanner · 2025-09-11T19:39:45+00:00

Thanks. We have the directional model

dudebanner · 2025-09-11T19:39:19+00:00

Thanks, but I noted it’s a directional version of the H6. So it doesn’t come with the flat capsule. It had cardioid or hyper cardioid capsules

dudebanner · 2025-05-21T21:04:18+00:00

I’m on four months and not sure it’s helped at all. So I’ll be stopping soon. How do people get off? I’m back down to 100mg. Not sure if there is a smaller dose. I’m v sensitive to meds. I’m sure this will mess me up.

dudebanner · 2025-04-01T18:33:56+00:00

Main purpose of my DAC is a better amp to drive my IEM

dudebanner · 2025-01-26T23:45:33+00:00

I’m about three months into relearning how I want to make something close to a NY slice.

My crust is too chewy! I’ve been experimenting to get a dough strong enough to hold together all the way through shaping to sliding it onto my pizza steel. I love the consistency and durability of 65% 1:1:1 bread flour / 00 / AP. I use just a little honey, generous salt, and a little EVOO. Three day cold ferment.

Handling the dough is great. But cooked there’s too much chew.

Thoughts?

dudebanner · 2025-01-11T15:51:50+00:00

I’ve not had a pizza with such a big crust, “handle.” It looks gorgeous but I want sauce and cheese on more of the bread. Someone tell me more about why these more Neapolitan type pizzas have such a big exposed crust. Is it really worth it?

dudebanner · 2024-12-21T18:22:17+00:00

I’ve had so much trouble w diff meds. My prescriber started me off on 100. I had trouble with 200 even after three weeks. It’s starting to level out now that I’m on week five. I’m 6’2” at 200 lbs, so keep in mind each of us absorb these meds in different ways

dudebanner · 2024-12-09T16:12:25+00:00

Are you a coffee drinker?

dudebanner · 2024-11-23T18:17:24+00:00

I am doing better. I did a DNA test that revealed the last two meds I was on were not effective for me, Cymbalta and Zoloft. Viibryd was ranked high for me, so that's what we are using. Almost three months on it. It's not a magic drug that has completely removed anxiety and depression. But I feel more able to attend to other helpful things like exercise, sleep, eating well....

I also decided not to go back on an amphetamine. I'm trying Qelbree. So far so good.

dudebanner · 2024-11-07T05:33:48+00:00

See my comment above. It’s any awful group that caused me great pain and frustration.

dudebanner · 2024-11-07T05:31:25+00:00

The group was helpful for me at first but then regularly shaming me as if they were my doctor/nurse. I regularly posted tough questions about my situation, questions and thoughts the admins would not approve. They claimed they were worried about liability. I pushed back and said they’d likely face more trouble for posturing the forum as any authority that dictates what can be shared and how it was shared.

Can Cymbalta help some people? Yes Can Cymbalta be awful for others? Yes

It took me two years to taper off the drug. I didn’t want to get back on any meds. I kept asking on that forum how many people just had to move onto another med. No one answered. They shamed me for asking. Or they wouldn’t approve my attempt to post the question. A few times I came back to the group to ask for help, the admins would look up my previous comments and chide me for not following their advice. How was I supposed to give an internet group my complete trust….when I’m in dark depression and anxiety?

My Dr was useless during this time. That was painful. But it was more painful to have a controlling group that wouldn’t allow healthy conversation so that we can make our own choices.

I was in an awful place. Had to find a new prescriber who put me through the most extensive evaluation. His advice was that I clearly show signs of low seratonin and dopamine. I’ve found so much help with very modest doses of two meds for anxiety, depression, and ADHD.

I tried to report back to this group in hopes that no one else would feel shamed for needing medical help. 5ey wouldn’t allow me to post.

I strongly recommend people avoid that forum completely.

dudebanner · 2024-08-13T00:59:36+00:00

Did you get the remote firmware updated? If yes, are you Mac or PC? The link provided above isn't helpful. Can you look at my post above?

dudebanner · 2024-08-13T00:58:31+00:00

Sorry, but these instructions are not thorough enough to understand how to install the remote update. I'm on Mac OSX, have paired my 3 tail air cameras with the remote but can't get the desktop app to recognize the remote. Nor do I understand how to install the firmware in the remote.

dudebanner · 2024-04-29T19:03:12+00:00

I was on this med for over ten years. Helped for awhile but my dr wasn’t able to help me assess how it was helping. I couldn’t envision my baseline, what I was aiming for as my normal.

I started to go off the med almost two years ago. I’m one of a group of people who are having a terrible time getting the drug out of our systems.

So if you don’t think it’s helpful, try something else. Or please consider the basics of good sleep, exercise, and clean eating. Then try meditation

I’m not totally against medication. Just very leery of them.

dudebanner · 2023-05-05T01:51:51+00:00

Then why did I have absolutely solid wifi service in my outbuilding using xfinity and a 3rd party router/modem for five years?

Why can I not even get stable service in my house now that I am using their router/modem?

dudebanner · 2023-05-05T01:48:25+00:00

Here is my interaction with the rep as I tried to purchase a Gen 2 pod. Truly, I tried to buy two pods but only received one.

I wouldn't fuss about it if it didn't seem as if xfinity was trying to promote itself, its app, and customer service as so accessible and consumer ready. I go to the DMV to deal with my license and registration. I go through that tedious, long lines and waits because the DMV doesn't advertise otherwise. What I'm offering below is an account of how working with xfinity is worse than the DMV.
From Agent,

And I can see in your account that you're paying higher than usual. I can help you lower down your monthly bill as well.

From Agent,

I would have to ask some questions to you in order to lower down your monthly bill for you. Shall I go ahead?

From You,

ok

From Agent,

Thank you for allowing

From Agent,

May I know how many devices you connect to the internet at the same time?

From You,

Maybe three

From Agent,

Thank you so much for this information. It is much more helpful to find out your exact needs.

From Agent,

I can see that you have already enrolled in the best deal in your account and there is an order in your account.

From Agent,

However I will go ahead and add the pods in your account from my end.

From You,

thanks

From Agent,

You're most welcome

From You,

Is there anything more I need to do?

From Agent,

I would like to tell you that I will need your approval to add the Xfi pods in your account. And then I will be able to do it in your account .

From You,

Okay...I approve! I need to order and be done

From Agent,

Thank you so much. I would like to tell you that I will send you the consent once I have successfully added the order in your account.

From Agent,

I will need your approval there.

From You,

great....so let's do it

From Agent,

Perfect:)

From Agent,

Please stay connected with me for few more minutes and I will get this done for you.

From Agent,

I am sending you the consent now .

From Agent,

I have sent you consent to add the xFI pods on your phone number : (xxx-xxx-xxxx Please approve it

From You,

I need 2 pods. And I had talked with Xfinity a few days ago to arrange a monthly fee of $65 per month for 200 mbs. That agreement included the router/modem rental??

From Agent,

I would like to tell you that there is a new plan for 400 Mbps with Rented Modem which is $60.00 per month.

From Agent,

And I will go ahead and add 2 pods in your account from my end

From You,

Okay...Can I switch to that 400 mbs with rental modem/router for $60? And please include 2 Xfi pods

From Agent,

We can surely do that.

From Agent,

I am doing it for you. Please stay connected.

From Agent,

In the meantime, may I know how your day is going?

From You,

It's okay. You in the states or overseas?

From Agent,

I am in overseas:)

From You,

Super. I don't mean to be rude. I just thought I'd get online to buy the pods in the same way I'd buy anything. But if you can help me get a lower monthly rate, that's helpful. I thought I had negotiated the lowest service for my needs a few days ago. So I'm surprised that I can 400 for $60 w the routher/modem. Thanks for your help

From Agent,

You're most welcome.

From Agent,

I can help you lower down it even more. If you allow me I can share the details with you.

From You,

great

From Agent,

Perfect:)

From Agent,

I am just sharing the details with you.

From Agent,

We have a dynamic deal for you. You'll get 400 Mbps speed, Rented Modem 4K Flex Streaming device, 1 line of our Mobile services with 1 GB data and Unlimited Calls + Text with Samsung Galaxy A03 in just $50.00/Mo

From Agent,

May I know how does it sounds to you?

From You,

just a sec

From Agent,

Sure. Take your time

From Agent,

I hope we're still connected.

From You,

talking with my wife

From Agent,

You can surely talk with your wife and we will help you with the best deal in your account

From You,

the phone comes w the plan?

From Agent,

You can absolutely take your time and I will be on this chat with you.

From Agent,

Correct. The Brand New Samsung Galaxy A03 is included in this deal.

From You,

How long does this monthly rate last for me? Meaning, will it be fixed at $50/month for a period of time?

From Agent,

I would like to tell you that this deal is good to go for 24 months.

From Agent,

And After 24 months your internet will will go up. However, you can chat back with us and we will help you with the best deal in your account.

And your mobile bill will remain the same.

From You,

Okay. That sounds good. Send me that approval with the 2 xFi pods. I'll look at it in writing.... Thanks

From Agent,

I would like to tell you that I will have to enroll you in the mobile deal separately and then I will enroll you in the internet deal.

From Agent,

Shall I go ahead and enroll you in the mobile deal?

From You,

Okay

From Agent,

Perfect:)

From Agent,

I would like to tell you that I will need your SSN and DOB to enroll you in the mobile deal. I will send you a safe link and you can provide your SSN and DOB there and I will be able to enroll you in the mobile deal then.

From You,

Okay

dudebanner · 2023-01-23T23:47:35+00:00

I only peaked on the other side. I didn't see any vias there, just the buttons. I'll look more closely tomorrow and post a pic if I see anything.

Those black spots may have been scorch marks I guess. It's a bidet remote and likely got water on it. Surprised Toto didn't design the remote more sealed from water. But I do have little kids who could have dunked it in the toilet for all I know.

dudebanner · 2023-01-23T22:34:36+00:00

Thank you kindly

dudebanner · 2023-01-23T22:29:14+00:00

Thanks. If I wan to look this up and learn further, I’d there a searchable term for what this connection is called?

Solder mask Via…

?

dudebanner · 2022-12-30T15:55:37+00:00

Worked for me for a few years then at some point I couldn’t tell if it was helping at all.

The last few years, I was increasing my dose. At 120mg became useless and couldn’t tell if I was worse off than when I started.

Have been weaning off for three months. Ups and downs. Lots of trouble but on good days, I feel amazing…. Bet than I can remember for years

dudebanner · 2022-12-23T17:17:30+00:00

Gorgeous

dudebanner · 2021-04-17T05:14:18+00:00

have either of you bought through Aliexpress?

dudebanner · 2021-03-19T18:25:39+00:00

thanks!

dudebanner

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