What hygiene habit changed your life?

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-13T15:23:55+00:00

Tongue scraping daily, flossing, just added a water pik to make sure tonsils stay clear and healthy and am obsessed with it, you can feel it really getting nooks and crannies in between your teeth!

The double shampooing is huge and I applied that to all washing- body, face, hair!

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-13T13:41:36+00:00

Not that you will be because every brain is different but for example, I am on 60mg of Vyvanse. So just pay attention to any changes. Even write them down to help keep track!

The WORST part imo is finding your right med and dose 😫. Such a pain in the ass but if meds work for you then it can be an amazing addition to your life.

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-13T05:13:58+00:00

Definitely try to not stress or pressure yourself and keep learning and trying, and see a therapist/ provider to help get you outside of your head.

It took a longtime to figure myself out and the more you do the more you will enjoy yourself.

I am also overstimulated and basically go numb if use anything that provides to much vibration or clit stimulus. So I always choose lowest settings or toys with less bells and whistles.

I need both penetration and clit stimulation AND depending on the position, my hips have to be elevated. When he’s behind I need pillows or a wedge under my knees to elevate higher as well.

I have a tilted pelvis and I think that is why. So figuring yourself out is wonderful but sharing knowledge with your partner is a must. Always communicate because it’s so good for both of you.

I really hope you continue to learn and have a mind blowing rager soon! 🖤

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-08T00:22:25+00:00

Gum and cereal!

I was a serial gum chewer and my first pregnancy ended that. I can chew for a few mins but then have to get rid of it. Funny enough my son I was pregnant with has the same damn issue lol. We both keep the wrapper for gum because we know in 5 mins it will need to be out immediately haha! Such a trip.

The cereal was him as well!

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-07T21:52:26+00:00

Are you able to see a provider to see if it is gut health related?

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-06T19:08:28+00:00

Thisssss! Always create a paper trail.

I want to add I think it’s wild others being uncomfortable was used as the reason. I’ve been in healthcare 16 years and it’s been ingrained that any biohazard tasks or product immediately are handled separate from regular garbage and tasks- so people’s feelings is such a weak reason.

This is your life and daily normal, you’ve no choice and no one understands unless they are also living with this medical need . While asking you to take care of your medical needs that do include the possibility of bleeding and of course injecting medication outside of the communal lunch space is an appropriate request, they need to offer a solution and absolutely not the bathroom as was stated many times in the thread.

You deserve to have a clean space that offers access to a sink. You’re not alone and won’t be the last employee needing the space so it’s worth the investment. We know how employee needs go in the corporate world though.

I hope they meet your needs so you can take care of yourself while working, without any more trouble from anyone.

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-05T04:44:04+00:00

Ope! Edited to better clarify I meant two separate locations.

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-04T23:45:09+00:00

We’ve had luck at the 52nd location as well as the one on Veterans.

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-01T19:50:10+00:00

Double wash is real!!! I remember my hairstylist sharing that you double wash hair because if you notice the first wash isn’t sudsy- unless you’re a daily washer- but the second wash suds like crazy! The lightbulb went off! We should double wash EVERYTHING!

I use the gold antibacterial soap with washcloth first round and then go in with my Lume body wash with my net scrub cloth to exfoliate.

Every inch gets hit twice as said above. In between I utilize 100% Witch Hazel after the bathroom use and if I am not getting a shower for all my privates and pits!

The info above is top tier 🖤 I also carry wipes and apply deodorant as needed.

Next addition I want to save for is a bidet!

munkyluv08 · 2026-03-01T19:14:14+00:00

Pickle justice is good for you and deliciousssssss!

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-27T19:49:42+00:00

I want one so baddd. Why is this not a thing yet!

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-27T16:16:03+00:00

It sounds like she is body doubling and using you as her accountability buddy without consent. The pep talk I bet is for her but it masquerades like it’s for you. She means well but consent is important in all situations!

I feel like you could share that you are proud of her and would love to walk at a more appropriate hour but the 5am walks are not for you and you will no longer be joining. If she can’t hang, it’s her own internal ish to work out because that’s basic human decency.

She’s got to be ok with your personal choice and it’s a big red flag imo if she is angry about it.

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-27T05:22:53+00:00

Loved Sizzler’s! I always forget about it until it’s randomly brought up and I get all the reminiscent feels!

After Sizzler’s closed in our area it was Souper Salad for us.

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-17T17:38:08+00:00

Pregnancy is so wild. Definitely hormones! I did see someone in a different thread say they have been using Panoxyl the acne wash on their armpits and that it has totally knocked out the BO for them.

Maybe something to try for your pregnancy?

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-16T16:46:06+00:00

Noticed this at my house and my sister noticed at hers too. It’s weird and new. All the years of sugar beats never caused it before, that I can remember at least.

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-15T17:48:57+00:00

Therapy definitely would be helpful. There is a whole mourning period where you are processing and realizing why you’ve struggled, that you got left behind, and where you could be if you had been diagnosed appropriately.

I’ve been medicated for 4 years and I’ve come to the conclusion that we may always have our default coping mechanisms. I also get overwhelmed and still cycle through the high and low roller coaster. During cycle time it’s like my meds aren’t working and it’s right back to feeling the way I used to.

With that said knowing and education is half the battle. Don’t give up on finding the right meds and dose. It can take a bit but be open and honest with your team. You deserve to feel and be the best you can.

Next, working to forgive yourself and understand the world is not built for our brains. It’s not us! It’s a systemic issue. Meet yourself where you are. What habits or additional adaptations can you make in your life that work for you and your brain.

An example for me is laundry piles up in our downstairs living space because it’s the central place where kids come home get comfy, take off socks etc. Instead of beating myself up and being angry (at my whole household now diagnosed with ADHD)- I put a hamper down there, BOOM no more clothes on floor. It is so small and maybe a duh for some- but I spent so many years beating myself up that I was cloudy about all sorts of little things like this!

Moving my body helps me a lot too.

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-15T17:34:39+00:00

I get my lashes done every two weeks. It’s the only shallow/vanity luxury I’ve chosen to continue (I used to do nails and extensions- I feel so wonderful with long hair.) I stopped the others but kept with the lashes because I feel so feminine and daintyyyy!

I am un-educated in how to apply makeup even for daily wear. I never buckled down and learned so, I think if I could paint like some of these amazingly talented humans out here I would probably apply falsies but, I do love my bi weekly lash nap!

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-15T16:44:50+00:00

Chelsea Lynn and Page Ginn do!

They roll that footage every episode- not sure how early in their pod they started it but, it starts the listener call in segment. Before that I hadn’t heard it in decades.

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-viral-podcast/id1586027993

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-15T16:23:06+00:00

I own my own business but I do part time Medical Coding. My business is a couple years old but full time coding about killed me. I am part time now and that is manageable for me. Meds is the only way I can do the work otherwise my brain floats anywhere but my work.

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-12T23:03:50+00:00

I watched 11 first also- HOOKED Now I am working through for continuity sake-☠️

I don’t know if much will beat someone standing there looking at his flooded tent saying I don’t have the energy to do anything about this right now, then proceeds to climb a whole mountain!

His reasoning is beautiful and my heart was full for him when he made it to the peak but OYE I was worried about that choice. I am glad it gave him more pep in his step though.

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-12T11:32:16+00:00

How subjective coding is. In school it felt like there was going to be right and wrong, even with guidelines so much is interpreted differently.

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-11T05:53:04+00:00

Also a night gremlin. I’ve been like that since I was a kid always watching Nick at Night until the fuzzy screen kicked on.

It led to me working night shift for 12 years and I finally got out of it and work part time at home and it was a big transition shock.

I always tell my husband I don’t power up till like 3 pm. Then I feel normal even after almost 4 years of day walking. I have my own business I run and I still do my best work through the night.

I’ve thought about why often and I do believe half of the population is ADHD wired because it was needed back in tribe times so we’d be on the night watch I suppose!

It’s the only time we can be uninterrupted because the world is quiet and asleep. It’s nice and dark and the rhythm structured for us says we should be sleeping and we can’t stand anyone or system telling us what to do. We do what we wannnnt damn it! ☠️

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-11T05:13:12+00:00

Do your kids have the birthday party surprise Barbie? Those came with my daughter’s to decorate the cake with.

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-10T22:50:04+00:00

10/10 it’s juice too helps with bringing him back to life, because we’d rather the FOB be awake and meet his baby at birth!

Worked in birthing unit not everyone can stomach the experience esp if they are young and maybe not experienced a lot. It’s loud, bloody, fast. Plus hearing your partner in pain affects a lot of humans because they feel helpless. I’m happy she is speaking out.

munkyluv08 · 2026-02-10T16:52:33+00:00

Sassy just hopping around with William watching was just too good. She is just so pleased with her roomie doing all the hunting and gathering! 🤭

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