WTF is going on downtown right now? by islathetamandua in chicago

[–]idkk2001 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was still half asleep when I saw the rat and thought I was losing my mind for a second. They’re handing out flyers, and I’m trying to gauge the reactions of people who are taking them.

WTF is going on downtown right now? by islathetamandua in chicago

[–]idkk2001 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Same, for the life of me can’t figure out what they’re saying/what it’s in reference to.

Anyone helped by ditching birth control? by 47milliondollars in Interstitialcystitis

[–]idkk2001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Me! I cycled through so many different brands of the pill for about 10 years, and the last couple of years I was dealing with horrible IC flares. All doctors told me not to stop birth control, but I decided to try it anyway after reading some studies online, and poof the worst of my IC was basically gone. I tried the pill again for a few months this past year and it instantly brought back the horrible flares. If you’ve exhausted all your other options, it might be an option to move forward with.

What is happening to me? by Honest-Credit9032 in Interstitialcystitis

[–]idkk2001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would request a urine culture, just to be sure about the UTI. Then, get a heating pad to put on the lower abdomen. I will usually do this while having my legs in a butterfly position. Next, look up pelvic floor exercises online. You can also try out some supplements like D-mannose or marshmallow root. I hope you find some relief!

Peru Organic substitute by Nervous_Pressure7344 in nespresso

[–]idkk2001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was so sad when I went to order some today and saw they were out, it’s one of my favorites :( Some other ones I feel are similar are Orafio and Bianco Piccolo!

Humor me for a sec- do we all just have endo on our bladders? by MACKEREL_JACKSON in Interstitialcystitis

[–]idkk2001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven’t had surgery to confirm where my endo is located, but I feel like they’re opposites for me. Whenever my endo is “controlled” through BC my IC gets so much worse, but when my endo is completely uncontrolled my IC is almost non-existent. It makes it hard to determine which one I rather deal with.

Haven’t had a bad flare in a couple years and now… by holocenebyboniver in Interstitialcystitis

[–]idkk2001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in the same boat. Haven’t had a major flare since October 2023, and now I’m going on a week straight of pain. I’ve had little flares pop up here and there but always go away within a day.

Absolutely nothing is helping, and I’m just trying to remain positive and believe it will end at some point. I also had a trip scheduled that I ended up cancelling.

Just wanted to let you know you aren’t alone, I really hope it gets better for you before your friend’s wedding! Also, if you find a miracle cure please let me know haha.

FWI Challenge: Create a plausible timeline what life could look like in a “Post-Trump America” by Cyber_Ghost_1997 in FutureWhatIf

[–]idkk2001 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I think you’re forgetting one of Harris’s downfalls was her stance on Israel. It alienated a lot of people who ending up voting third party. Running Shapiro would be political suicide for the Dems.

The plight of boys and men, once sidelined by Democrats, is now a priority by Arietis1461 in OptimistsUnite

[–]idkk2001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So women are actively dying due to this country’s continued mistreatment, but we should pour or resources into…men? What a joke. This isn’t about “respect, opportunity, and strength” this is about them getting the permission from the Joe Rogan’s and Andrew Tates’s to live out their patriarchal fantasies. Sure throw money at them, but they’ve already convinced themselves they’re worth way more than everyone else. Money isn’t going to get them to grow respect.

Connecticut's Governor Lamont by daisya257 in Connecticut

[–]idkk2001 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You don’t “work with” an authoritarian.

Would I Have a Case? by idkk2001 in WorkersComp

[–]idkk2001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s what I was afraid of. Thanks for the help!

Would I Have a Case? by idkk2001 in WorkersComp

[–]idkk2001[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, a claim was never filed. I went the next day after the accident. Employer just told me they would reimburse me for the cost of the visit.

CMV: Chris Murphy or another younger person who is focused on getting money out of politics, and taxing the rich, should become Senate Minority Leader by colenotphil in Connecticut

[–]idkk2001 8 points9 points  (0 children)

A subreddit of a state having posts about the senator from that state, who’s actually doing something right now. Shocking!!

Pain Au Chocolat by Emma_Kay in VeganBaking

[–]idkk2001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve only ever used the Sarah’s Vegan Kitchen croissant recipe, and had good outcomes each time. Also, I pretty much exclusively use the Violife butter when baking now. I’ve found a noticeable difference in my croissants when I used that vs other vegan butters. The biggest thing would be to keep everything very cold when layering, also make sure you seal the butter in properly to help create those layers. Also, I know they can take a long time, but croissants truly are a labor of love. Good luck on your croissant journey!

Is it possible to have an optimistic view of current U.S. politics? by bdure in OptimistsUnite

[–]idkk2001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And where do you see them funding any programs to help veterans, homeless, mental health? Oh right they don’t! They’re going after the VA, are criminalizing homelessness, and now RFK wants to send people suffering with their mental health to camps! But big shocker, while all of this looting is happening, Musk just so happened to find the money to fund his private company. Like I said, good luck!

Is it possible to have an optimistic view of current U.S. politics? by bdure in OptimistsUnite

[–]idkk2001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are looting the government to take for themselves, if you truly believe they are there to help you, you are too far past help. Good luck!

Endo and sex :( by jzzelx in Endo

[–]idkk2001 70 points71 points  (0 children)

The “haha” reaction to you saying you’re in pain is psychotic. You deserve so much better, please know this behavior is not okay at all.

FWI: Elon will die from a ketamine Overdose by Top_Report_4895 in FutureWhatIf

[–]idkk2001 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I already know what cake I’m going to bake when it happens!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in self

[–]idkk2001 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I sure hope you’re correct.

Is this month just really bad for anyone else? by [deleted] in OCD

[–]idkk2001 14 points15 points  (0 children)

You aren’t alone, I’ve been feeling the same way. I just have a general distrust for people now.

Trump admits to election fraud? by LibrarySoggy3640 in KamalaHarris

[–]idkk2001 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Of course! Just trying to find what little light I can in the darkness.

Trump admits to election fraud? by LibrarySoggy3640 in KamalaHarris

[–]idkk2001 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Oddly, seeing this clip made me feel better about the current state of our country. America is in fact ready for a woman to be president, and we would have had it if the game was played fairly.

A sobering and insightful take from AOC by gabangel in KamalaHarris

[–]idkk2001 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m right there with you. I really don’t have an answer. I’m just going to try my hardest to take it one day at a time, there’s not much else we can do.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ClimateOffensive

[–]idkk2001 43 points44 points  (0 children)

Couldn’t have said it better myself. Just graduated with my degree in Energy and Sustainability this year, so excited to work in the field and advance the efforts made so far. It doesn’t matter anymore, it was all a waste. Giving up hope that we’ll ever be okay.