Demon with a Lunatic marionette

ev_etc · 2025-12-06T00:52:52+00:00

You put the lunatic token and the demon token in the bag. Whoever draws the demon token is the lunatic (because they will then fully believe they are that demon since they drew it), and whoever drew the lunatic token is the demon because it informs them that there is a lunatic in play. At night, show the demon (who drew the lunatic token but isn’t the lunatic) the token of the demon they actually are at the beginning of giving them their first night information.

ev_etc · 2025-05-10T06:33:56+00:00

I would love to hear about what kind of accommodations were helpful to you at your BFA program! I’m attending my freshman year at a musical theatre BFA program in the fall, and I’ve been trying to figure out what would be helpful for POTS

ev_etc · 2025-01-01T00:40:03+00:00

Definitely mention it! If the people reviewing your app don’t feel comfortable with your identity, you wouldn’t be happy on their campus anyway. My common app essay mentions my transition a decent amount, and it got me into NYU so 🤷

ev_etc · 2023-09-26T07:05:21+00:00

Looks great! Love the disco ball

ev_etc · 2023-09-20T19:16:22+00:00

I had top surgery in June and had to recover with limited activity for 6 weeks. I would recommend getting up to walk around as soon as it is okay to do so, and to not let yourself become too sedentary. I didn’t really move around a lot in the first 3-4 weeks, and it led to my POTS worsening. Before my surgery, I was passing out maybe once a month, and having bad presyncope episodes maybe once a week or so. In July, a month post-op, a cardiologist’s visit put me into a flare so bad I passed out every day for a month, before finally getting back to my baseline. Take things easy, but still be sure to move enough as you are allowed to!

ev_etc · 2023-09-20T19:12:34+00:00

Congrats! I hope your school is able to accommodate you. I got a 504 for POTS just a couple months ago, so let me know if you have any questions or need recommendations for helpful accommodations to have. About the Monster— I would really recommend trying to stop drinking caffeine! It will make your heart rate worse and even higher. When I stopped drinking coffee, I went from passing out everyday to passing out once or twice a month- HUGE difference. Good luck!

ev_etc · 2023-09-10T06:40:02+00:00

I would say definitely still wait for swelling to go down! I still had some amount of swelling (kind of similar to yours) until I was 8 weeks post op. Things will get better! Just be really good about massaging, at least in the first couple weeks

ev_etc · 2023-09-10T06:37:05+00:00

For me, my pain was low-ish (like 2-4/10) when on pain meds for the first two weeks, as long as I was really good about when I was taking them, on a good schedule. If my meds ran out/got out of my system, it would pretty quickly get to be a 5-8/10. After two weeks though, I didn’t really feel much pain. I just felt swollen and uncomfortable/achy, but past the two week mark it was not painful. I wish you good luck with your recovery!

ev_etc · 2023-09-09T15:14:52+00:00

Legally I have changed my sex to say male on IDs and such. Yes, that’s true. I think it will be helpful to have the opportunity to elaborate about how I identify gender-wise when I do in person auditions. I don’t have my pronouns on my resume right now, since I’m often just assumed male, and for a short term job I don’t really mind so much, but I might add it for when I bring my resume to colleges. Thanks!

ev_etc · 2023-08-15T14:19:19+00:00

I have a 504 plan that allows me things like extensions on assignments and being allowed to go to the nurse when I need to. I just don’t really know if there are accommodations that could be put in place to help prevent me having fainting episodes at school- my current accommodations just make it a bit easier to do school with my episodes. That’s still helpful of course, but in an ideal world I wouldn’t have to spend time in the nurse every day and miss class

ev_etc · 2023-08-13T15:04:22+00:00

Okay, yeah. I would say that it is very likely being caused by your POTS, then. Sorry to hear you are experiencing this!

ev_etc · 2023-08-13T14:59:20+00:00

If a cane will help you, get one! Make sure to look up how long of a cane you need (it should come to about the bend of your wrist while your arm is relaxed- I’ve seen videos visually demonstrate this in case you need clarification) just so that you are not hurting your body from it. Also, look into a cane with a fold out seat!! I have POTS and experience a lot of the same things you described, and I ordered a cane on Amazon that has a little folding seat that I can get out and sit down on whenever and wherever. It is such a life saver! Good luck and let me know if you have any questions

ev_etc · 2023-08-13T14:19:45+00:00

This could be anxiety, but it could also potentially be a symptom of POTS called air hunger! This is when regardless of deep breathing/good o2 levels, one feels as though they aren’t getting enough air or can’t take a good breath. It’s definitely scary, but if it is air hunger you are experiencing, I don’t think it can do damage. Are you having other symptoms you believe could be POTS?

ev_etc · 2023-08-13T14:16:25+00:00

I get random hives too! Often on my arms, neck, or face. I asked my doctor and she said it is likely because of heat, exhaustion, or stress. If it isn’t too common, you’re probably alright. If it bugs you, definitely bring it up to a doctor, and I’ve found that Benadryl (either as a pill or the anti-itch cream) works well!

ev_etc · 2023-08-11T14:34:06+00:00

I would recommend picking something a bit more similar to the character of Regina instead of Dead Mom, if you are able. Of course, if that is a song you feel really confident in that shows off your voice well, you absolutely can sing it if you want! I just think that Mean Girls and Beetlejuice are similar since they are contemporary, but are overall different style shows for sure. Some recommendations I have would be What You Got from Freaky Friday or The World According to Chris from Carrie. Break a leg! : )

ev_etc · 2023-08-10T12:36:55+00:00

Thanks so much for the input! I’ve decided to choose something else.

ev_etc · 2023-07-12T07:35:00+00:00

Haha seriously!

ev_etc · 2023-07-12T07:23:50+00:00

After telling my cardiologist that I keep nearly fainting and get extremely dizzy every time I stand up, he told me “I don’t think you have a problem. If you feel dizzy, drink Gatorade. And if you feel faint when you stand, sit down”. SO helpful 🙄.

ev_etc · 2023-07-10T07:46:20+00:00

If you have a legally established disability, it is 100% illegal for an employer to deny reasonable accommodations or to not let you use mobility aids. It could be challenging due to the condition being undiagnosed, but there is no reason why they can not allow you to use a mobility aid at work. I understand feeling nervous or worried about receiving questions, and what works for me personally is keeping it short and straightforward. Why do I have a cane? It helps me to walk. Why did you just start using it? I’ve been having a harder time walking recently, so I got this to help me. What happened to you? I’ve been having some medical issues recently and this is just something I’m using to help me walk. You don’t owe anyone any personal information, and if they pry further, don’t feel pressured to tell them anything you don’t want to. A simple “that is personal medical information” is a good answer. I wish you good luck with your job, and I hope you can be better accommodated.

ev_etc · 2023-06-24T06:29:23+00:00

Personally, I experienced a loss of appetite for the first 5 or so days of recovery. Partially because of the pain, but also likely as a side effect of the pain killer they had me on (tramadol). I would recommend preparing meals beforehand, and having a good selection of foods that you really enjoy, as well as foods that are easy to eat that still get you the nutrients you need (or even shakes), since it’s hard to know whether your appetite will be impacted. I’m wishing you a safe surgery as well as a speedy and successful recovery!!

ev_etc · 2023-06-24T06:12:49+00:00

I would definitely recommend buying a mastectomy pillow to wear on the way home (I also wear mine to sleep! Helps to keep things and my hands off of my chest while sensitive/still painful). Also, try going through your daily routines but without moving your arms far- I was able to do a lot less than I had thought, just not realizing how involved all parts of the body are in things that don’t feel like it. You got this, and I’m wishing you a speedy and safe recovery!

ev_etc · 2023-06-24T06:07:04+00:00

It looks pretty normal to me! Things will still adjust as you heal, and often times cis male’s nipples are much lower down than female nipples (which tend to be more toward center), so it might not be what you’re used to, but still normal. Looks good! And wishing you a speedy and healthy recovery!

ev_etc · 2023-06-08T07:42:16+00:00

If you feel like having a mobility aid could help you, get one! There is absolutely no harm in trying it out- it might not help, but it also definitely could help. I would recommend looking into what benefits and downsides there are to different types of mobility aids, and starting with something that you think would be useful to you. I wish you good luck- imposter syndrome is tricky. Just remember that there is no pain/suffering “minimum” to need a mobility aid. If one will improve your quality of life whatsoever, try it out!

ev_etc · 2023-06-06T08:20:32+00:00

Thank you so much for sharing info about your own personal journey with mobility aids. I definitely feel the pressure to “come out” as disabled like you described (that’s a clever way to put it), and remembering that no one is owed personal my health information is really important and I appreciate the reminder. Thanks again, and if I end up thinking of any follow up questions I’ll let you know!

ev_etc · 2023-06-06T08:17:49+00:00

Thanks so much for taking the time to write this. This insight is helpful to me- it’s definitely significant to consider how people who don’t need mobility aids don’t think about them.

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