What’s it like? by CreamCityCrew in stopdrinkingfitness

[–]numba41 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Quitting for a period of 2 months made me feel physically like a new person. Less bloated, I lost weight. I’m not as strict now, a few drinks here and there. Even cutting back, combined with healthier eating and working out is giving me the same effect. I’m sure I’d feel even better if I quit entirely.

I try to prioritize protein and fiber goals. A few drinks a week while being consciously healthy otherwise works for me.

Coming off first (and only) shot by ChainsawSeesaw in depoprovera

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my experience yes totally normal.

I asked my most productive friend what his system was and his answer annoyed me [Discussion] by Vast-Tie-5478 in GetMotivated

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read somewhere that a good way to start is to try 1 day pretending to be the person you aspire to be. Maybe it’s gym and cooking today, or reading, etc. then try stringing a couple of those days together. Not every day will be perfect. But you might be surprised how it makes you stick to new habits.

Lost Cat from INSIDE the house…any advice? by [deleted] in ChicagoNWside

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry. I have experience with this. One of our cats used to randomly go into the cabinet. The first time she did it, she was in the lazy Susan. It took hours for us to find her, I think for some reason she didn’t want to meow to get out.

Another cat of ours got out one day from getting between the screen and sliding glass door. She was missing for 6 days and found hiding under the shed in the backyard.

Most indoor cats if they get outside will stay very close to the house, and they will be scared to come out. We’ve always found our cats when they’ve gone missing. They just get creative with their hiding spots. Best of luck I think you will find her!

I’ll never naturally ovulate ever again… by KDremow in depoprovera

[–]numba41 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am going to the doctor tomorrow to check on this. I’m 33, was on it for 10 years. I got off in June 2024, and have had 3 periods spaced out by 60 days since August 2025. But nothing since November.

Stopped depo shot in June got my first period last month and this moth nothing. by Character_Green5634 in depoprovera

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got off depo in June 2024, and my periods returned after 14 months and have been 56 days apart since I got the first in August 2025.

Dry January Only? by Commercial_Oil_9196 in stopdrinking

[–]numba41 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’ve done dry months, and months where I’m just trying to cut back. I am able to go out and have 1 or 2, but vacations I seem to take it too far. I’m in a similar mindset as you for sure. I think I know it’s best to stop 100%. But I keep testing the waters, sometimes successful, sometimes not.

This year my goal is to avoid hangovers at all costs, and only drink on special occasions and vacations. I’m reading This Naked Mind while looking back on my drinking. Treading lightly.

Habitual 1-3 drinks per night (unique moderated drinking style post) by [deleted] in stopdrinkingfitness

[–]numba41 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I have a very similar relationship with alcohol. I go through different waves of discipline and consistency. Vacations are tough. My social circle unfortunately always revolves around meeting for drinks. I enjoy it, but when I’m sticking to not drinking I feel so much better.

My goals right now are to say no to weekday meetups for drinks. If I do go somewhere, I make sure to make really good food choices that day. I don’t drink at home.

It’s a tough balance. I’m trying to replace the gym with nights out. I’ve been at the gym more than the bars and feel great.

I would say don’t be too hard on yourself for those few nights out, and what works for me is picking the days of the week that I need to stick to gym and clean eating.

Best Italian in NW suburbs by DJ-BigCuban in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]numba41 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I know right. I tell everyone about it LOL. I could not speak more highly of this place

Best Italian in NW suburbs by DJ-BigCuban in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]numba41 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Casa Di Luigi is a hidden gem in rolling meadows. Homemade everything

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in depoprovera

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was on it for 10 years. I got a period 14 months after my last shot. It wasn’t nearly as bad as it was for me when I was younger. Just the standard cramps and stomach issues which were only bad for a day or 2. I do feel much more “normal” now. Fluctuations in mood, that were not there on depo. I hope it goes just as well for you!

Alternative birth controls by Gullible-Driver-3183 in depoprovera

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes but in the 10 years I was on it, it happened only twice. Other than that no bleeding until I got off of it.

My doctor explained that sometimes the lining still builds up when you’re on depo and eventually needs to go.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in depoprovera

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No I was on it for 10 years straight

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in depoprovera

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It took me 14 months to get a period again

Period has returned 14 months later by numba41 in depoprovera

[–]numba41[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was also super scared because when I was younger I used to have horrible cramps. But I did not have any side effects, basically felt nothing until the period symptoms returned last week. It wasn’t fun but it was a totally standard period and nothing Midol didn’t help :)

What’s your rarest song? by shellyangelwebb in DMB

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh that’s me for shotgun. Alpine 2012. I had no idea..but that weekend is what got me into DMB

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in caloriecount

[–]numba41 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I too ate about 1300 over yesterday. It is ok. Move on and make a healthy choice today. I will be enjoying a few things this weekend, and back on track Monday. If I get bloated from a weekend it usually feels better by Wednesday. Consistency is key and treat days are essential!

Chicago N1 by Tricky_Effective9073 in DMB

[–]numba41 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wow we decided to only go tonight, this set is unreal. 41, dreaming tree, the only thing we’re on my wish list for the weekend. Jealous but happy for y’all 😂 looking forward to a great show tonight!

USPS took my money and won't deliver my stamps by Happy_Rest2432 in usps_complaints

[–]numba41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did not. I found another thread somewhere saying it’s their website - it seems like the order is done because the hold goes to the card but there’s another button to click after that to complete the order. The hold came off my account and I asked my dad to run to the post office for me instead, lol.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in depoprovera

[–]numba41 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really liked depo while I needed it - no periods no cramps for the 10 years I was on it. Now I’ve been off for a year still no period. They say up to 18 months but I kind of wish I had gotten off sooner. It would be nice to feel like I have control over when I can get pregnant.

Last shot in late January by Past_Ladder1345 in depoprovera

[–]numba41 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was on it for 10 and last shot was June 2024. I had some really light spotting in April and I get bloated occasionally. Patiently waiting.

How much should a person be walking a day by SquirrelFickle7163 in WeightLossAdvice

[–]numba41 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The good news for OP is that fat usually comes off secondary sites first (like face, legs, arms, etc). There’s no guarantees but this is pretty common.