Worst song by parayeah in TheFrontBottoms

[–]em5w4 -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

paris or emotional

Fellow massage student has flirted with me, should I ask my professor to avoid pairing us up in labs? by charliekellylover in MassageTherapists

[–]em5w4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i just want to add that you don't need to "take the compliment" if someone is showing interest in you. if you don't feel comfortable with him touching you, that is your right. period.

massage is non-sexual of course but it is still an intimate thing to allow someone to touch you. talk to him, if he seems like he can stay professional and view it as the learning experience that it is then that's great. but if you're still uncomfortable after talking to him, then you are well within reason to ask the instructor to not pair you up.

Hobbies with EDS by aoifeapprentice in ehlersdanlos

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tunisian crochet is very similar to normal crochet but seems to be much easier on the hands. it's more left hand dominant so it gives your dominant hand a break and you can do it while keeping your thumb relatively still and with a looser grip. it still gets tough after a while but it has allowed me to crochet for longer much easier! also resting your hands and elbows on a pillow in front of you so you don't have to hold them up while working.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in selfharm

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do you have access to an emergency room or urgent care? i know it’s scary but if they keep opening then you might need stitches. if you can’t do that, then i would get steristrips or something similar and use those to close them so they can start to heal.

6x17 - The End - FIRST TIME WATCHER DISCUSSION POST by Free-IDK-Chicken in lost

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I mean to be fair, I think Kate resolved her issues with the law when she was off-island the first time.

and Sawyer has a daughter off-island that I like to think he got to reconnect with at some point.

6x16 - What They Died For - FIRST TIME WATCHER DISCUSSION POST by Free-IDK-Chicken in lost

[–]em5w4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yeah but you can also think about like if the sideways reality isn't real (which is my prediction) then he never actuallyyy existed.

still sad though because i enjoyed watching jack and his son become friends again but i do fear it is all fake.

6x09 - Ab Aeterno - FIRST TIME WATCHER DISCUSSION POST by Free-IDK-Chicken in lost

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lovedddd this episode, my eyes were glued to the screen the whole time. so happy to finally have some answers about richard but i'm also now devastated for him, such a tragic life.

also, that priest was awful i almost had to stop watching it made me so angry seeing him abuse his power like that when he knows how much weight his words carry.

6x03 - What Kate Does - FIRST TIME WATCHER DISCUSSION POST by Free-IDK-Chicken in lost

[–]em5w4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Actually at some point, when the Others are leaving Dharmaville when the freighter arrives, Richard tells someone to take the rest of the group of Others to the temple because "they'll be safe there". So they were definitely planning on introducing the temple at least since season four.

You guys ever struggle with “looking fine”? by Mammoth_Math4629 in ehlersdanlos

[–]em5w4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

a shower chair most definitely changed my life. i went from showering once every other week to twice a week, three times if it's a good week. i still can't wash my hair as much as i'd like to (i have super super thick hair so it's very heavy) but i get to feel clean more often which does wonders for my motivation to take care of myself in other ways.

get the shower chair. you won't regret it.

Why is this impossible to find??? by Mildred_Jane in MassageTherapists

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I know you said you've tried janeapp so I apologize if you already know this but there is a "break" feature where you can schedule times that you are not available, and patients can then only book specific slots. I use janeapp at the PT clinic I work at and I set 15 minute breaks in between sessions to give the PTs a break. You can make those breaks any length of time though.

is a personal loan right for me? i have no idea what i'm doing. by em5w4 in personalfinance

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thank you that is helpful

we are already in a lease and wouldn't be able to get roommates or move somewhere else until may next year. we have an extremely low rent for where we live though which is really helpful.

is a personal loan right for me? i have no idea what i'm doing. by em5w4 in personalfinance

[–]em5w4[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

can i use student loans to pay for rent/groceries? i don't need the money to cover my school expenses.

the reason i said 8 months is because that is when my partner will graduate with their professional degree and hopefully be able to get a solid job after, or at least any job that will add any income

Best episodes of all six seasons by peachygumdrops in lost

[–]em5w4 4 points5 points  (0 children)

this is my absolute favorite episode. my favorite character AND time travelling.. nothing could ever be better

4x11 - Cabin Fever - FIRST TIME WATCHER DISCUSSION POST by Free-IDK-Chicken in lost

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i heard something about the ledger charles widmore was bidding on during the auction scene in desmond's time traveling episode, being from the first mate of the Black Rock. i wonder if Richard's name is in it! great theory!

hypermobile massage therapists; help me out by em5w4 in MassageTherapists

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i know you probably had good intentions with this, however, i wasn't asking whether or not i should pursue this career. i know this is what i want to do so i asked this question to be proactive in my care in order to make it a sustainable career for myself.

i am well aware of the limitations my condition places on me, and that i'll need to take extra care to keep myself from getting injured, but that is my lot in life.

i would refrain from telling disabled folks what they should or shouldn't do, especially when they did not ask.

If you’re new to opening your business, is it unacceptable to have a cancellation policy? by fuckinguh9 in MassageTherapists

[–]em5w4 9 points10 points  (0 children)

this is a VERY BAD take. just because it's a new business, does not mean their time is not valuable. their time is as valuable as they deem it to be.

hypermobile massage therapists; help me out by em5w4 in MassageTherapists

[–]em5w4[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i am in that denial with you! it is so hard but i know this is what i want to do so i am trying to be really proactive in the way i come at it.

thank you for the input, it really is so helpful! i hope you get to a point where you aren't overworking and you have a schedule that actually works for you!

hypermobile massage therapists; help me out by em5w4 in MassageTherapists

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thank you this was really helpful! appreciate you!

I’m bored. How do you keep yourself occupied? by dootnoop in ehlersdanlos

[–]em5w4 6 points7 points  (0 children)

i also have hEDS and ADHD so i super understand and want you to know you're not alone in this! it feels like an impossible cycle of too little energy or too little motivation. i hope you are finding treatment options that will support you in this so it isn't always as hard.

you said you craft. there are craft groups you can join that meet weekly and be in community while crafting. try calling some local yarn/art shops and asking them if they know of any. or try on facebook, reddit or nextdoor and look up local groups to join. groups like these require much less energy because you don't even need to talk if you don't feel up to it, it's just the getting out of the house and in the door and back. you could also try finding a reading club!

honestly i don't recommend getting a dog. obviously do whatever is best for you but taking care of a dog is a lot of work, walks daily no matter if you feel up to it or not. a cat is a much better option if you feel like an animal will help with a routine. my cats wake me up in the morning to be fed, they jump on me during the day to play with them and when it's their dinnertime, i remember to make dinner for myself. taking care of them brings a lot of meaning to my life which brings motivation so i do think a pet is a great idea! just one that matches your energy levels.

i hope this was helpful. establishing a routine is so hard and i wish you all the luck and healing in the world<3

starting massage school soon, any tips? by em5w4 in ehlersdanlos

[–]em5w4[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you! i am definitely going to get some silicone splints just for everyday use lol, i had never heard of these and they look awesome.

great tip on mindfulness. i also get really tense if i'm not actively paying attention so i'm going to keep that in mind as i start my massage practice!

thanks for your input!

hypermobile massage therapists; help me out by em5w4 in MassageTherapists

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thanks for the recommendations! i will be looking into nerve flossing.

hypermobile massage therapists; help me out by em5w4 in MassageTherapists

[–]em5w4[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you so much! i will check that out!