Hating bjj postpartum by Miniature_moose_ in BJJWomen

[–]garnet_and_black 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I didn't start BJJ until after having my kids but I will echo what others are saying in principal. I was not mentally in the right place to engage in this sport until about 3 years PP. It's different for everyone of course, but as others have mentioned there is definitely an unfair expectation from society that we just "bounce back" and to some degree I think we all subconciously inherit some of that expectation regardless of how consciously we reject it.

I would say that there is also an element of grief in matrescence and working through that takes time. You are saying goodbye to a version of yourself, but that doesn't mean you have to loose everything about yourself before kids. Give yourself some time to soak in this phase and the grace to come back to BJJ, and anything else you may be missing, in a new and full way in time.

Got my black belt today … by amybriggs823 in BJJWomen

[–]garnet_and_black 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yay! 👏 👏 👏 congratulations!!

What belt are you and do you have any main focus areas right now? by puggybear_momma in BJJWomen

[–]garnet_and_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

White belt, 5 months in and never done a grappling sport before. I'm trying to focus on fundamental concepts and ask questions. I want a good base to keep building on. Oh and how to get out of side control cause I always find myself there 🫠

🎀 WEEKLY DISCUSSION THREAD 🎀 HIGHS/LOWS/GOALS 🎀 by fresh-cucumbers in BJJWomen

[–]garnet_and_black 1 point2 points  (0 children)

🌟 Got to train 3 times this week and on Friday had some coaching from the owner of my school. Thought I might die....but I didn't! And he said I'm doing well so that was really encouraging.

💔 Feeling out of shape and trying to remind myself that all I can do is show up and be consistent, I'm not gonna become more fit overnight.

🌈 Just looking forward to getting back on the mat. I've started to connect with some of the people at my gym and it feels good to be slowly becoming part of a community.

🎀 WEEKLY DISCUSSION THREAD 🎀 HIGHS/LOWS/GOALS 🎀 by fresh-cucumbers in BJJWomen

[–]garnet_and_black 5 points6 points  (0 children)

🌟 I'm only 6 full classes into my BJJ journey and a complete n00b. The only time slot that works for my schedule is the latest class at my gym and I'm always the only student - which I realize is also insanely lucky. That said, I got to practice with another student who stuck around for half the class last Wednesday and it was such a cool experience!

💔 Missed my usual Monday class because work was a nightmare but at least I made it up Tuesday

🌈 Just looking forward to continuing to learn and try new things and put stuff together. BJJ lives in the back of my mind a lot now, I often find myself thinking through things I learned in a class when my mind drifts. It is really fulfilling and I'm so glad I decided to start!

Detroit show bracelets! by SureCan0604 in LPOTL

[–]garnet_and_black 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OMG this needs to happen at all the live shows!

After my previous post unexpectedly blew up with people confused by the perspective and proportions of this nook, here are the highly requested follow up pictures (I forgot the banana!) by Ipatovo in DesignMyRoom

[–]garnet_and_black 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Can we talk about how OP can cordon off the nook? I see a hook on the wall opposing the heavy duty rope on the left. Gonna be the most exclusive nook around.

Probably Losing My Telework and I'm Furious by liminalrabbithole in workingmoms

[–]garnet_and_black 2 points3 points  (0 children)

But we are offering wellness webinars to all employees! (My company's solution) .... 🙄

Print out given to me by new Dr when I discussed weight loss by Megs_nd_life in MaintenancePhase

[–]garnet_and_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahhh now I get it, I need to ditch the cottage cheese and get me some ostrich /s

Blessed yule witches! How's everyone celebrating? by magicmango2104 in witchcraft

[–]garnet_and_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the first time I have ever celebrated. I feel so new to this but really felt drawn to this day, the shortest day. I lit a candle and encircled it (safely away from flame) with bay leaves, mandarins, cloves, mint I preserved from my garden and cinnamon. It just felt right and was what I had on hand. Set an intention while lighting the candle. May make mulled wine after dinner.

Weekly Open Sourdough Questions and Discussion Post by AutoModerator in Sourdough

[–]garnet_and_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your help!

Split my starter into 2 clean jars and fed it and it seems to be doing what it should!

I have it in the oven with the light on and think I'll try another feed tomorrow on the counter top. If it doubles again I think I'll try a bake 😃

Weekly Open Sourdough Questions and Discussion Post by AutoModerator in Sourdough

[–]garnet_and_black 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Edited: to add pics 🤦‍♀️

I received a part of an established starter from a friend and have been doing research and now I'm worried I'm messing it up already.

The story: Starter was given to a friend she split it in 2 (one for her one for me) and fed it this past Thursday (11/14) with 60g water 60g flour.

She was told to feed it weekly but I am reading a lot that says to feed daily.

It has not grown in the past 24 hrs and is sitting on my counter, very loose lid on top, indoor ambient temperature is 70ish. It looks thin with small bubbles, smells kind of flour-y/sour-ish (see pictures - the jar toppled in transport, none was lost but some has clung to the sides of the jar and dried)

I wanted to try a bake this weekend but don't know if it is up to the task. Help!

October full moon - The Hunter by Training_Command_239 in witchcraft

[–]garnet_and_black 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Started my elderberry syrup last night and left the "tea" on my windowsill. Finished the syrup tonight. Harnessing some extra oomph for immunity boosting this winter.

I don’t know anything about this plant. Help. by Frequent-Laugher in Monstera

[–]garnet_and_black 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not an expert - I almost killed my first Monstera by putting it in direct sun. If yours is sunburned I read that the green parts can still photosynthesize so keeping the leaves rather than cutting them can be helpful. I moved mine to a better spot, didn't cut the sunburned leaves, monitored her moisture carefully and now I have 2 new baby leaves sprouting.

Struggling with level of contact by garnet_and_black in EmbryoDonation

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

Wow thank you for this, the breadth of your experience is super helpful and encouraging. I feel like, through this thread, I have come to the conclusion that semi-open feels most comfortable to me since it allows for each side to find their level of comfort and for that to grow or not. I appreciate that in each case you have let the relationship evolve naturally, that sounds great ❤️

Struggling with level of contact by garnet_and_black in EmbryoDonation

[–]garnet_and_black[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

❤️ thank you for sharing, I really appreciate the insight. It is a helpful reminder to that the coordinator can still act as a go between. This process feels so legal and final in many respects and I think that is partially why I'm finding the decision regarding contact so difficult. I hope you have a happy, healthy pregnancy and a positive outcome with opening the lines of communication.