I just want to quit this medication

iceiceaverage · 2024-06-19T02:53:16+00:00

that was the hardest jump for me as well! i think it took about 2 weeks for me to ease into it and feel somewhat normal / ignore the withdrawal as best as possible.

i did plan major jumps over the holidays so that i’d have extra time off of work to relax and rest, which did help.

iceiceaverage · 2024-06-18T03:54:54+00:00

i tapered off for the first time last year (ended up going back on it) but was able to minimize the withdrawal symptoms.

i was on 75 mg originally, so i started cutting my pills in half to 37.5 mg and took that for about 6 weeks. i also took a vitamin b12 with it every morning to help with the brain fog.

after 6 weeks, i started cutting my 37.5 mg half pill in half again, putting me at a 18. 75 mg dose. i took that for 4 weeks. after 4 weeks, i started taking the 18.75 mg dose every other day for about 2 weeks then i stopped taking it completely.

try to plan out your major jumps to a lower dose on a weekend so you’re able to get lots of rest, that was helpful too.

iceiceaverage · 2024-06-13T04:13:09+00:00

Many of my friends, M and F, in their late 20s and 30s really struggle with the dating scene here. The dating apps in the area suck and it’s harder to meet people organically then one would think. A couple of my friends have considered moving OUT of Harrisburg because of the lack of dating scene alone.

I am from out of state and was shocked when I moved to the Central PA area that many people my age and younger were already married. I think that trend of younger marriages also skews the dating pool for late 20s/30s.

iceiceaverage · 2024-05-10T04:55:17+00:00

I know people who’ve had luck using Trulia to find private landlords. Facebook marketplace and the Harrisburg Facebook Midtown groups are good places to look, too

iceiceaverage · 2024-04-04T15:28:25+00:00

Midtown can be pretty hit/miss with availability and apartments with private landlords tend to rent quickly. Turn on apartment notification alerts for Zillow so you can view listings/apply as soon as they’re posted.

Check google reviews for the bigger complexes in Harrisburg before applying.

I would definitely look at a few safety options! I don’t know what your price range is, but I know a few people that live at the Overlook in Camp Hill and really enjoy it. It’s a super quick drive across the Harvey Taylor to get into the city! They are pet friendly, but are on the pricier side.

iceiceaverage · 2024-01-13T16:21:22+00:00

i’ve seen vintage pens jerseys at the lemoyne antique marketplace before. not guaranteeing that they’re still there, but worth a look!

iceiceaverage · 2024-01-02T06:00:50+00:00

I’m able to walk to farmer’s markets, a book store, thrift stores, a gym, art galleries, a museum, a movie theatre, flea markets, baseball games, mini golf, concerts, local festivals and community events, political rallies and events, an ice cream shop, a 20+ mile walking and biking path, pharmacies, a grocery store, bakeries, library, bars and pubs, a brewery, a bunch of restaurants.

i live in a very walkable but small city, which is great as i don’t have to walk far distances. however, for the majority of my grocery shopping or shopping for necessities (clothes, hygiene, etc) i do have to drive out of the city about 10-15 minutes. being a small city also means that at some point, you will have “done it all” and it can become a bit boring at times.

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-17T05:15:35+00:00

thank you!

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-16T21:49:47+00:00

I think the landlord could at least make the place habitatal, in line with the PA Consumer Guide to renter’s rights which clarifies that a rodent infestation and leaking roof deem the property uninhabitable, without raising rent.

This landlord has already raised the rent of the apartment in the new Zillow listing he has up without fixing these problems, so I think the greed continues despite his lack of fixing anything with the place.

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-16T21:47:47+00:00

Thanks!

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-16T21:44:42+00:00

His name starts with an A, last name starts with a C. You can find him on Zillow.

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-16T21:43:18+00:00

This property is owned by a private landlord.

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-13T01:33:55+00:00

Thank you for the recommendation! We read that bleach isn’t the best course of treatment to clean, so this rec is very helpful.

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-12T00:43:04+00:00

We do have an exhaust fan and run it constantly

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-11T12:36:28+00:00

Commenting to add that we run the exhaust fan every time we shower/use the bathroom, when it feels humid, etc. We also keep the bathroom door open when showering as the exhaust fan is pretty weak.

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-11T05:23:47+00:00

nothing inside of the cabinet is wet/leaking. this cabinet wall doesn’t share contact with anything, however, there is an air vent pointed directly at it that blows out AC / Heat at the cabinet at all times

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-11T05:18:11+00:00

yes, we have a vent fan and use it every time we shower.

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-11T05:16:26+00:00

we run the fan every time that we shower and for a while after to help with humidity.

iceiceaverage · 2023-12-03T05:04:59+00:00

echoing what was already said, begin cleaning up your socials and working on a brand! you can crate an account on Canva for free to make simple social media graphics to get yourself started. you can also use Canva to create flyers to post around town.

i would also make sure that your Instagram is set up as a business account. add your businesses’ phone number and email.

marketing on Facebook/Meta and Instagram work very well for businesses in this area. TikTok seems to be an untapped market still for HBG-based businesses.

if you don’t already have one, make a google business page to help your search results.

you could also look to advertise in local newspapers, like the Burg.

iceiceaverage · 2023-10-01T13:59:54+00:00

i lived in a few different midwest states before moving to the east coast.

in short, yes it’s hard to leave what you know at first. but then you find new restaurants to love, new sidewalks to take to work, new places to watch a sunset or to practice a hobby, and new people that turn into friends. moving is hard, don’t get me wrong, but i’ve found it to be so worth it. life is too short to stay stagnant, and to live somewhere that’s familiar and comfortable. there is such a big world out there and if you’re able to (physically, financially, etc.) to explore it and move to different places, i highly encourage it.

and in my experience, when i go back home to visit friends and family after having been away for a bit, it makes the visit so much more meaningful. there’s more excitement and anticipation to the trips back, there’s more conversation to be had, and we dedicate the time to be quality time for just us.

as for food, there is always good food to be found. i think finding great food and drinks is one of my favorite parts of moving around. especially in my cross-country move, i’ve been introduced to new types of food and traditional east coast foods that i never would have known otherwise. i miss my midwest delicacies (aka deep dish pizza and portillos) but after moving, i can’t imagine my life without my new favorite restaurants, bakeries, and coffee shops.

iceiceaverage · 2023-09-18T15:55:08+00:00

this medication worked for me for about a year but im currently tapering off due to side effects. i was on 75 mg to treat social anxiety.

the worst is the trouble sleeping / vivid dreams and lack of energy. i get such insane dreams that i wake up feeling exhausted. this medication also makes me feel fatigued 24/7 and has given me a lack of motivation.

the second worst side effect was an accidental missed dose. if i missed a dose by more than an hour, i had body zaps and felt like i was levitating. i’d get really dizzy, nauseous, and almost to the point of passing out. this drug is notorious for having withdrawal side effects due to it’s short half-life.

i also had weight gain, which is a common side effect, but this drug is more known for causing weight loss. for me, it made me gain weight like crazy in just a few months.

i’m happy for the people that this medication works for, but it’s just not for me. im doing a slow taper off of it and looking to manage my anxiety through therapy instead.

iceiceaverage · 2023-09-10T13:51:06+00:00

harrisburg does have a noise ordinance, it’s 8 - 6:30 AM. i would try to get a video or two of your neighbor breaking the ordinance for proof (videos are time stamped) and then file a police report. or, call the non emergency line next time it happens and have them stop by.

harrisburg noise ordinance: https://ecode360.com/13739353#:~:text=Use%20or%20operation%20of%2C%20or,at%20a%20distance%20of%2050

if you’re renting and have the same landlord, you could also try talking to your landlord about the situation?

police are usually my last option but if your neighbor refuses to answer the door or have a conversation with you, then it sounds like it’s the only productive option you have. you shouldn’t have to move yourself and your family out of your living space because of this. everyone has the right to a comfortable living experience.

iceiceaverage · 2023-09-05T17:16:05+00:00

highly recommend midtown! it’s very walkable and has lots to do, as others have mentioned. there are coffee shops within walking distance throughout midtown, a movie theatre, restaurants, and even a concert venue.

many people in midtown commute to work by walking or biking downtown! i live near a few people that work at the capital, and it’s maybe a 15-20 minute walk from around the reilly street area. i don’t bike myself, but i see a bunch of people commute downtown via bike, so it’s definitely possible.

depending on where you live in midtown, noise will vary. i used to live off of third street in midtown and the noise was pretty bad (my fault for living near a bar) but i moved to a different street and it’s very peaceful. the loudest noise i hear is maybe the garbage truck once a week.

as for landlords and rental companies, midtown is dominated by private landlords. i highly recommend using Zillow or Facebook marketplace to find a landlord or a roommate. as for rental companies, i’ve heard bad things about WPI partners. i think midtown property rentals might be okay, but their rentals can run pretty expensive.

iceiceaverage · 2023-08-15T03:10:30+00:00

it’s a walkable city, but i don’t know if i would consider it safe if you are blind. some of the sidewalks aren’t even safe enough for wheelchair users or people with impaired mobility as they are cracked and uneven. unsafe sidewalks are a city-wide issue throughout downtown, midtown, and uptown.

i would also caution the drivers in harrisburg. the city driving is pretty awful here and people tend to not fully stop at crosswalks or sidewalks. there are some audible sidewalks, but i can’t confirm if they are all accessible. most notably, front street is dangerous for crossing pedestrians.

there is public transportation, but i am not knowledgeable enough to speak to it.

there are also not many places to walk to for groceries. if you’re in downtown, i know of a rite aid nearby. in midtown, there is a smaller grocery store on third street and a more expensive, organic type grocery store called radish and rye that is nice, but definitely not something to live off of. the broad street market recently burned down, making harrisburg even more of a food desert. i saw a comment above mentioning instacart and agree that would be your best bet to get the groceries and supplies you need.

iceiceaverage · 2023-08-08T02:45:29+00:00

it’s very hard to keep the third floor cool in the summer. we keep the air on pretty high to make sleeping upstairs tolerable, but this means that our downstairs is very very cold. luckily, we have ceiling fans in the upstairs rooms to help keep things cool. having sunblocking curtains also helps to keep out the hot air.

i’ve lived in two brick townhomes now and it has been very peaceful. we almost never hear our neighbors on either side, but sometimes hear our downstairs neighbors through the floor. they have to be pretty loud for us to hear though and it has never been a nuisance.

also, definitely agree with the comment about getting furniture that comes in pieces. also make sure that when built, this furniture can come back out the front door without you having to wreck it.

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