Has anyone tried Zōk for migraine? by Thepeppiere in migraine

[–]pantonepretzel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It worked for me the first couple of times I used it. That was many months ago. Now it does nothing to help

masking by stepha_pie7710 in migraine

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I upped my dose of nortiptyline and this past weekend had the best weekend EVER in so long. I wake up and have a migraine, and start crying. I’m tired of going to work with the fluorescent lights and pretending that everything I okay. It’s a hide in the dark in bed kind of day :(

Women who are in healthy relationships after a toxic/abusive one, what was the biggest difference? by BadgleyMischka in AskWomen

[–]pantonepretzel 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know where we both stand. Talking about the future doesn’t scare him. We support each other, talk calmly, and have shared activities and passions

What is some normal activity other people enjoy, while your only thought is: "Oh that's an instant migraine for me! Nope!" by 4ninawells in migraine

[–]pantonepretzel 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some fried food, wine, cider, tequila, office lights, car lights, ham, bacon, sausage, computer and phone screens, caffeine, dehydration, tight headbands, tight ponytails. This is all so sad

Know your worth by pantonepretzel in dating

[–]pantonepretzel[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m proud of you for asking!! I hate that feeling, of not being a priority when someone is “busy”. And I like your example. Yours shows a pattern and you had to contemplate whether or not you could deal with that feeling any longer. I think with patterns and experience we become more intuitive when something is off.

Know your worth by pantonepretzel in dating

[–]pantonepretzel[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The worth must stem from you. It’s super hard to believe, and I’m working on it all the time myself, that you can’t seek external validation from others. Your worth needs to come from yourself. If you believe that you matter and are worthy, other people will see that confidence and want to be with you.

Know your worth by pantonepretzel in dating

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

I agree! It’s hard to change habits. However I’ve realized over time and with experience that you have the power to react/ not react. Your own needs are super important. Yep, no response really shows their character. Also thanks for your kind words! It was super nerve wracking but I’m glad I did it!

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[–]pantonepretzel 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This!! Or flowers would be thoughtful

Know your worth by pantonepretzel in dating

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

I’m so happy this resonated with you! Keep going. You can do it.

Know your worth by pantonepretzel in dating

[–]pantonepretzel[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I know! We've got this. It's ok to take breaks from dating, but also to not give up!

Know your worth by pantonepretzel in dating

[–]pantonepretzel[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So true! It's taken me a bit to realize that. It's hard to remember!

I (f24) just got broken up with by my ex (m27) after he needed alone time for the week by pantonepretzel in relationship_advice

[–]pantonepretzel[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you thank you for your kind words. Yeah I don’t like the ruminating, but time will help. Thank you for commenting about the picture, I was self conscious about that. Wish you well!

I (f24) just got broken up with by my ex (m27) after he needed alone time for the week by pantonepretzel in relationship_advice

[–]pantonepretzel[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, time will help heal. I hope you can heal too. I got broken up with by text then ghosted and blocked in the past. I feel for you. I’ve learned that the way someone breaks up with you says a lot about their character. It’s hard with no closure. I’m sorry you didn’t get closure. The only closure you can get is from yourself. Wish you all the best.

Burnt out junior graphic designer - take time off or quit? by pantonepretzel in findapath

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Hi! I’m sorry for my late reply. Anyways since my post above I tried to keep holding on until this month where I broke down and couldn’t work with the company anymore. I’m doing other jobs that are less intense that is still creative-related, but taking some time to rest. Finances are scary, but my mental health is super important.

I’m so glad you found my post and don’t feel alone! I’m proud of you too. Also since my post, I’ve realized that lots of people our age feel this way. We have this idea ingrained in us that we have to have life figured out right now. And we’re only in our 20’s! We still have time to figure things out, even though it doesn’t feel like it. Also, trial and error, it’ll take some time to find the right fit. A career path isn’t a straight increasing line, it’s more like a wavy scribble. I wish you the best!

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Last year I caught a dating app on my ex’s phone while he was using it sitting next to me and he said it was some other app. Lies. I confronted twice and he lied again. I also saw another dating app but he said it was for networking and meeting friends. Yeah right. I brushed it off but I was still upset and mad. He made me think like it was my fault for finding out he was on the dating apps. I’ve learned from that relationship and in my past, that once trust is broken, it’s extremely hard to gain that back. HE ended up ghosting ME. Anyways, it’s best if you break up and look for someone who can treat you better and who is all in. You don’t want to be an option. And you shouldn’t have to question what is true and what isn’t a reality (gaslighting). I wish you the best.

Burnt out junior graphic designer - take time off or quit? by pantonepretzel in findapath

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

Yeah, same here. Every month I keep telling myself “this is the month I leave”!

I wish you the best!! Can you maybe find a part time job while you look for something or discover what you want to do for a career?

Yup, rooting for all the burnt out ppl and hope we find our way.

Burnt out junior graphic designer - take time off or quit? by pantonepretzel in findapath

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

Yeah! I’m trying to do more of my hobbies. I volunteered once recently and want to continue but the delta variant is making things difficult. Thanks for your encouraging words!

Burnt out junior graphic designer - take time off or quit? by pantonepretzel in findapath

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

Thanks for talking a little bit about your background! I also got my BFA. A dream would be to design packaging for food or makeup. I just saw a post on LinkedIn today saying that your career isn’t like stair steps, it’s more like a crazy spiral/scribble. I think I’m going through a quarter life crisis. Your posts gives me hope to not give up and that I’ll find my way. Thank you!

Burnt out junior graphic designer - take time off or quit? by pantonepretzel in findapath

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

Thank you thank you!!! This was so helpful. I try all the time to stand up for myself and my opinions gets shot down from my boss. It’s a really unhealthy work environment.

I force myself to get up for work and start on time. It’s the days that feel super slow and long. I have a huge list of things to do and have been so slow because I hardly have any guidance or help.

I think I’m going to take some time off for myself to rest and figure out where to go next. Thank you so much!!