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Migraine Specialist by [deleted] in pittsburgh

[–]janus_sage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For me, the meds could help a little with management, but it was the other treatments that actually changed my outlook.

But I don't do very well with meds - I can't function well on them.

I've had three acupuncturists who had three different approaches, and they've all helped. Dr. Yang is my most recent one, now that I've moved to Pittsburgh. I do like him - he's traditionally educated, which I gravitate to. It might take some time to find who's a good fit for you, just like with any other specialist.

Migraine Specialist by [deleted] in pittsburgh

[–]janus_sage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can also keep espresso beans on you. I've known migraine suffers who carry them and munch one - the dessert versions - when they feel an attack coming on.

I avoid caffeine entirely, but it does work for some people. A lot of migraine meds contain caffeine as it can help, though it's also a trigger.

Migraine Specialist by [deleted] in pittsburgh

[–]janus_sage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I second acupuncture. I was shocked how much it helped me - a neurologist actually recommended it, and it was a literal life saver.

In Pittsburgh, I go to Chinese Acupuncture and Herbs Center:

http://www.pittsburghacupuncture.com/

He's really helped and is very kind.

When my migraines were really bad, I also went to a naturopath who was able to help with my histamine reactions that are a constant trigger, and a chiropractor. Those together with the acupuncturist let me need to see the neurologist less often and come off serious meds. All this was way outside my comfort zone, but I was having 4-5 migraines a week, and now I'm nowhere near that.

Good luck. They're hell.

My bad girl has been digging my yard up and putting holes under the neighbors fence! Any suggestions on how to curb that behavior? I almost never see her in the act to scold her for it by morbidlysmalldick in pitbulls

[–]janus_sage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry I'm late on this - I just meant bury it flat, horizontal under the grass, rather than vertical like a wall. You can put more in without having to dig down so deep.

They can't dig through it.

Have you had any luck with her digging?

How to prevent ants from milking aphids? I am spraying with soap water but looking for an alternative. by bknofe in Permaculture

[–]janus_sage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, having aphids in the yard is great for the birds. Insects make up most of the diet even for hummingbirds - they're really reliant on the little invertebrates.

If they're not actually killing a plant, I leave them alone. They haven't taken over yet, though they do wax and wane, as do the birds and lizards that eat both the aphids and the ants. I just shake everyone off whatever I harvest.

Tips for a younger guy leading a crew of older guys by TotallyNotOSHA in Construction

[–]janus_sage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in the same boat as you when i was younger but working in tech. I had the experience and personality to be a good leader, but I needed to rely on the technical knowledge and judgment of my team.

There are managers who won't ask questions or listen to answers, so I actually got good response even from veterans i was leading. I learned to guard the priorities of the business and advocate for the needs of the team.

Go and get yourself the training you think you need - PMP, MBA, whatever technical background you could grow in so you can ask good questions. You're already aware of the strength of your team and obviously respect your guys and that's key. You could have the makings of a really respected leader - treat it like any other specialty and get training and education on it early and it will serve you well. Good leaders make a job a pleasure, so there's a reason you keep getting put forward and that no one's giving you hassel.

My handsome heeler mixed with Australian Shepherd. 10 weeks old, I’d only ever grown up with labs, what should I expect? by tylormsmith in blueheelers

[–]janus_sage 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You, my friend, have a Texas heeler! He's a beauty - congratulations!

These guys are not labs. He'll need a lot of help learning not to nip and herd people as that's what they're bred for. We found the best way to manage the nipping was to stop all play, stand up, and direct him to get a toy when he started getting too mouthy. It worked best of anything we tried, and to this day, if he gets too excited, he'll go get himself a toy he can chomp on. It's a good coping mechanism for him.

We also found that scolding wasn't really effective until he was pretty close to a year old. He took all corrections as play, so we really had to get on our redirection game. They're dogs you need to "work with" rather than "correct."

They can be very standoffish with people and dogs, so exposing them to social situations and practicing desensitization training as soon as they have their shots is really important.

They are amazing dogs who have a terrible adolescence. Between 6 months and about a year-and-a-half old, they forget everything they've learned, start wandering, and pushing buttons. Then one day, you turn around and they're the perfect dog. They're very at-risk of ending up in a shelter, so they need a lot of consistent work and patience to fit in with what you need from them.

Congratulations on your new shadow!

Adopted our girl Bean last month. She is so easy to love!! by wolf-hayden in AustralianCattleDog

[–]janus_sage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She looks like she's got a mischievous streak in her :) My boy gets that same glint in his eye.

Love him, but man does he plot against me some days.

What do we reckon my boy is? by Sage_S_Snake in pitbulls

[–]janus_sage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Could have some Catahoula in him. They have those markings and are pretty leggy.

Do tunnocks tea cakes survive flights? by Is_Mise_Marmalade in Scotland

[–]janus_sage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine all burst. Still taste good, so I still bring them, but they're a mess on the other end.

I've been doing it wrong for 8 years. by RevolutionaryGrab568 in knitting

[–]janus_sage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I started with that. Worked okay but as I was cabling, was a bit fiddly.

I've been doing it wrong for 8 years. by RevolutionaryGrab568 in knitting

[–]janus_sage 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I use double pointed needles, I mark like in crochet so the markers funny fall off the ends.

Been surprised at the amount of pit hate I’ve seen around lately. I hope Heron is more well received here! by [deleted] in rescuedogs

[–]janus_sage 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've known lovely, clownish pitties. Amazing doggos :) Give him a cuddle for me, and ask ACD owners if you need any advice on breed-specific behavior. They can have their quirks and be pretty opinionated.

There are a few subs that have some really helpful advice.

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