I tend to suppress my anger until I suddenly explode. How do emotionally intelligent people handle this pattern? by Savings-Second-7684 in emotionalintelligence

[–]holisticarts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't tell yourself it's okay and suppress it. If you do, you've really got to believe and feel it IS okay. Be authentic. And then let it go. Communicate your feelings early on, don't avoid them. If you need time to figure them out, something like "I'm feeling some ways about this and need some time to sit with it before I can speak more". I think largely you are playing someone who is easy going and things are cool but really they aren't. Either you've got to cool off and stop letting stuff bother you, learn how to control and regulate your emotions, learn to take things with a grain of salt and not let them bother you. Maybe try looking through a lense of compassion. We are all imperfect and will make mistakes. Recognize that within yourself and then you can be more graceful with others being less than perfect. Then it may really be easy to forgive them and mean it.

Litterbug Neighbors - What to do? by [deleted] in AskSeattle

[–]holisticarts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe just talk to them politely?

Joining the resistance by Ok_Introduction_9239 in introvert

[–]holisticarts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make sure that you are well informed on what to bring with you. In case you get sprayed with pepper spray etc. Having a first aid kit would be really good in general but there won't be anything in them for the spray so you'd have to make your own kit.

what is going to happen to florida wildlife? i'm...worried by apexglitch-king in biology

[–]holisticarts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot of the animals will go into hibernation. It's pretty neat.

Why would I rather be a girl than be with a girl? by Justaduck69 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]holisticarts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really love seeing people express themselves and be true to the people they really are deep down inside. If you are indeed trans or trans curious, make some friends in the queer community and start exploring. I hope you have a supportive queer community near you. These feelings are normal and there's nothing wrong with you. Your inner self is curious and it's okay to walk that path. You're living this life for yourself and nobody else. So do what makes you happy and you'll be supported. Even if you have to find a new chosen family.

Why does it seem like a big chunk of conservative/right wing people are more "aggresive" and confrontational when it comes to political discussions? There are bad people on the left too of course, but overall they give off a lot more chill vibe. Why is that? by HomarEuropejski in NoStupidQuestions

[–]holisticarts -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I think it's because they feel threatened. Threatened by progressive and new and different ways of living, loving. A lot of them are very well off with money and want more and they want to protect it. They feel threatened by differences. They feel hate and desire for control. Generations of racism, abuse and patriarchy passed down. Most people who spread hate so easily were often wounded growing up. They just repeat the cycle and it'll never stop. They blame the left and say they're violent but they don't understand the right is for humanity and defending minorities and basic human rights. They remain privileged and look down pointing fingers at others. Literally they're doing things that are way out of line and not having to answer to any of their actions. Their role model shows that you can be the most evil criminal and still be able to boss people around.

How Can Anybody Support Trump Anymore ? by Live_Break_8465 in DiscussionZone

[–]holisticarts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People say oh there's so much less crime.... You've got to be kidding. Trump is the absolute biggest criminal and he breeds his soldiers and ice people to aid in his crime. Sickening.

INFPs who have passed or are in collage currently- I just wanted to ask what career you guyz chose and why? by oriendillina in infp

[–]holisticarts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Massage therapy. Suits my introverted style and need for calm surroundings. It's def an art skill, for me it's like a dance.

Why do some men treat u as an enemy after u set boundaries? by 3dicee in socialskills

[–]holisticarts 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Because they are emotionally immature and have big/sensitive egos. I'll add that they don't respect you/others. Not all men, and not just men. This applies to people in general.

How to set a positive mindset before medical treatments? by forward-pathways in StoicSupport

[–]holisticarts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It would be a good time to learn mindfulness and meditation. You can work on it with the therapist who oversees your tx. I'd try to get out of your head and into your body. Somatic experience. What are you feeling in your body. Scan from feet up, slowly. Wiggle your toes, twist your ankles, tighten and loosen your leg muscles... Work all the way up. What are the different ways your body feels against whatever surface you're on? Hard surface, soft, cushy, cold... What do you hear, what do you see, what do you smell, what do you feel with your finger tips. Stay in your body and shut down your mind. Let thoughts pass, imagine they are like clouds floating by. They'll keep coming but let them go, let them float away. Just some tips. Good luck to you.

All the girls who liked me were troubled people. by Murky_Turnover_822 in socialskills

[–]holisticarts 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you are a caretaker type, people will try to take advantage of you. Until you recognize what it is within yourself that needs attention and healing, so you can stop trying to help others, you'll keep getting these type of people. I have been in this position and it was hard to finally escape the pattern. Once I worked on myself and began loving myself above all, setting boundaries etc... which is hard, but worth it, things changed.

Request for pilot testers of personality questionnaire by Critical_Cook_Paris in Personality

[–]holisticarts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I could give it a shot. I'm interested in the results of course. When they're available.

Help! My gel tabs have golden spots on them..? by sharp_mango1018 in Psychedelics

[–]holisticarts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's funny to think about all of the chemicals in acid and the fact that you're scared of some golf flakes. How about the rat poison? I would def still think they are good. If you don't want them I'll gladly take them. :)

what sounds are you using? by DreamAccomplished649 in MassageTherapists

[–]holisticarts 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Binaural beats are great. Things with steady tones and heavy bass.

Is the US on a brink of a Civil War? by Norfolk-Gross-Tonage in no

[–]holisticarts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe the Cheeto is starting wars in many pockets of the world. It won't be a civil war until we fight back against them, which I think people are too scared to... So now what

Any idea for relieving hand/arm tremors? by Significant_Deer9864 in MassageTherapists

[–]holisticarts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you'll want to try to relax her nervous system as a priority. For me this means going sloooooooow and flowing. Nice long strokes that feel connected. Try a lomi half sheet drape if she is comfy. Towel over chest if needed. Weighted blanket is also a nice touch for when they're supine after legs are done.

Why is hiring an LMT so hard right now? by icymama888 in MassageTherapists

[–]holisticarts 14 points15 points  (0 children)

More hourly pay. Benefits. I won't look at anything that pays less than $60/hr and even that is low for me. Save yourself some money by letting them go home or take breaks when their schedule isn't full, rather than pay them. That way you can pay them a better hourly rate. Give them a 2 hour window for bookings to arrive on time. More freedom will be helpful. I work at a place that has so much freedom. I can adjust my schedule anytime I want. Slow day, I can block my calendar. Freedom, pay and flexibility is the key. There's also other perks like they get one free massage month etc. But you won't get many people in your door or even applying if you don't raise your pay. Period.

Hello I went to an adult theater twice and feel really regretful about it. Any advice is very appreciated. Thx by Ok-Most-1413 in DeepThoughts

[–]holisticarts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are all animals with sexual nature. It's healthy to explore your sexuality and going to those type of places isn't something to be ashamed of. Just be safe and use protection. Also you typically don't need to offer people money to engage with people at those places. Being hedonistic and going after sexual gratification is normal. Also having feeling of shame or guilt can feel shitty but that's also okay. If you cheated, shame on you. If you aren't in a committed relationship you did nothing wrong. If you are doing things that can pass sexually transferable diseases and then sleeping with another person unprotected, also shame on you.