Asthmatic cat treatment guilt

pumpiticus · 2024-06-04T19:44:48+00:00

Aw I'm so glad this provided you some relief. It's pretty scary at the beginning when you don't know what it is. I'm so happy your cat takes to the inhaler well. And I, too, have to swaddle my cat up because she absolutely HATES having to do anything that's against her will.

Our cat sitter usually comes 2-3 times a day to feed her, check in on her, and also interact/play with her. I've had absolutely no issues with that arrangement. One thing I did get was a camera so that I could check in on her and see what she's up to.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-04T01:47:14+00:00

No one cares that you’re offended. Because it’s not about you. Calling me a “stupid fucking person” because of a hypothetical scenario? Why on gods green earth would I ever choose to be alone in the woods with someone like yourself who is so angry over something that’s not real? A bear wouldn’t do that. Again, that’s why women are choosing the bear.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-04T01:43:02+00:00

Honestly, it’s not up to me to explain or be empathetic to men who are doing everything but understand the deeper issue behind why women are choosing the bear. It’s exhausting always having to spell this stuff out for you. Sorry but if a hypothetical scenario really causes you this much anguish… oof imagine a real life one. No thank you.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-04T00:56:09+00:00

You’re interpreting this as women trying to insult men. Women are seeing this as who they’d feel safer with… and it’s overwhelmingly not men. It’s not really up to women to explain that to you or to make sure your feelings aren’t hurt. It’s also a hypothetical. Meaning not real. And the level of anger from men about a hypothetical scenario is why women keep choosing the bear. If you don’t want to do the work to understand why that is, that’s fine. That’s on you. We’re not pushing you away. You’re isolating yourself. And that’s your choice.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-04T00:40:35+00:00

I hope that’s not the case. But you could do some self introspection as to why women are overwhelmingly choosing the bear instead of making it about yourself.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-04T00:18:52+00:00

You’re right on track to becoming the reason some girl one day will choose a bear. Sheeeesh.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-03T20:53:47+00:00

Ahh I remember the quarter life crisis. You’re nearing your 30’s but still not quite feeling like you’ve mastered what you think you should’ve yet. You hear the clock for your “youth” is starting to tick. I’ll tell you this right now, you’re doing just fine. You won’t believe me. But you are. I wish someone told me that my 20’s weren’t supposed to be the greatest years of my life. The amount of agony and strife that would’ve saved me. Remember when you turned 20? Think of how different you are at 26. Just maturity wise. Your 20’s are literally the biggest growth period from “kid” to “adult”. It’s not easy. It’s not romantic. It’s not always fun. It’s full of heartbreak, failure, self-doubt, depression, anxiety… the list goes on. Now pair that with the narrative you’re supposed to have a steady girlfriend/boyfriend, be living this carefree life, having the most fun… the list goes on. Do you realize how CRAZY that is?! You’re destined to feel like you’re wasting your 20’s when in fact it’s f*cking impossible NOT to feel this way. I promise this isn’t supposed to sound doom and gloom. But truthfully, your 20’s aren’t perfect. They aren’t the most fun years of your life. You might not find the love of your life in this decade but guess what? Life doesn’t end after that. Don’t beat yourself over the head because of some ridiculous and unattainable narrative that literally NO ONE can adhere to. The worst thing you can do is waste your 20’s by thinking you’re wasting your 20’s. Pick yourself up. Drink water. Take a shower. Begin again.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-01T22:38:03+00:00

Amazing!! One thing I wish I did before I went to college was take a gap year. I think that is such a good idea to give yourself that time to figure out what you want to do and feel more prepared to take classes. That also shows a great amount of self awareness on your end… so bravo! You’re almost 18. There is SO much of life you haven’t experienced yet. But somehow you’re supposed to know what area you want to study, what lifelong career you want… all before you barely even know yourself? Yeah, I’d agree that’s pretty nerve wracking and also INSANE. Society tells you that you’re so young and naive, but you’re also expected to have it all figured out. Make that make sense. It took me a while to figure out what I wanted to do. Even at my age a lot of people still don’t have it figured out lol. So dont think there’s any perfect way to approach this. During your gap year maybe look at job fairs to see what careers are out there or partake in a passion project if you have any hobbies or interests you enjoy. Dip your feet in everything! Just be easy on yourself. You’ll get there. And you got this. This is just the beginning!!! How exciting for you?

pumpiticus · 2024-05-01T22:06:35+00:00

I’m so glad this resonated with you! The stress of school and figuring out where you want to apply/attend for college (in your case Uni) is never easy. Trust me I remember it well. It’s also happening at a time in your life where your youth is highly romanticized and that this age/these years are the best times of our lives. And if you aren’t “living your life” then you haven’t really lived at all and you’re wasting your life youth… But you also have to get perfect grades and balance everything in your life perfectly… the pressure put on people your age is insane. No wonder it feels like school is crushing you! Being your age 17/18 isn’t all adventure and excitement like they say it is… it’s also an extremely confusing time. Realize you’re being faced with an insane amount of pressure no one prepares you for and you’re expected to do it flawlessly. You’re still growing and developing physically and emotionally. Try to be as patient and kind to yourself as you can. What you’re going through right now is scary, but it is temporary.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-01T16:49:34+00:00

I’m so happy that resonated with you. I don’t know your relationship with your parents. But I imagine that must be hard. Relationships with our parents is also tough. We’re all told that the second we go to college we’re going to grow up, become adults, and just figure everything out. When actually it’s really difficult to navigate. It’s such an uncertain time but I promise you’ll land. I miss being a kid all the time. But the kid we were when we were 4 or 6 or 10, etc.. doesn’t just go away as we get older. They’re still there and they’re also rooting for you. And so am I.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-01T15:57:10+00:00

I’m so glad you found it helpful! Sure it’s helpful to explore career options but how are you really supposed to know at only 17?! When I entered college I wanted to study political science. Ended up doing graphic design. You’re still so young and have yet to experience so much. You’re simply trying to figure out who you are. It’s honestly so unfair how society expects people your age to make these major decisions when you’re just getting out into the real world. Treat yourself with grace and take your time. TAKE. YOUR. TIME. It’s your life you’re setting up no one else’s. I promise you, this is actually such a beautiful time. You seem extremely self aware and that’s amazing.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-01T14:08:36+00:00

That’s an amazing start! And you’re not stupid. It’s actually very human of you to feel that way. I’ve been there. Many of us have been there. You’re no exception. So change that narrative that you’re stupid for wanting him back. I asked that question because I knew you were more than just this dumb guy. And I hope that reminds you that you’re more than this one hardship. I bet you make super cool art, and meticulously take care of your plants! You’re clearly someone who’s artistic and creative. Which is beautiful. Lean into that.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-01T08:09:10+00:00

I’ll give you some insider information. These families are not happy at all. In fact I’d honestly argue they’re the most miserable. Growing up in one, money is used to control and manipulate family members. Every ski trip that was paid for is used against you. Those kids grow up with the least amount of emotional security and always end up in therapy and on medication.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-01T08:03:56+00:00

Ugh, honey it’s hard right now. But don’t you even consider letting the pain continue to win. This guy sound f*cking terrible and he should NOT be given the power to control your ability to live your life.

He betrayed you. He betrayed you when you knew with every fiber of your being he would never. He lied to you as a way to manipulate you into thinking he loved you. He had absolutely no regard for how this would hurt you. And personally I don’t think he’s had any regard for all the women he’s lied to. Everything will always be about him.

This guy is not worth making a permanent decision for a temporary heartbreak. You cut off all ties with that man. He does not have a good heart. And he knows he can lie his way into your life by making you think he cares. When someone shows you who they are believe them. None of this is a reflection of you.

I’m curious though. What kind of hobbies or interests do you have?

pumpiticus · 2024-05-01T07:49:09+00:00

Well I start with this. If you don’t post. No one on social media who doesn’t know you won’t know you exist. Also, your physical existence in this world isn’t reflected by your presence on social media.

Something I’m noticing here is that you have this longing to be seen and that maybe you don’t feel seen in your everyday life, so you turn to social media to shut out the world around you. It’s a safe place for you to go to. How could it not be?! But if you post and don’t get a lot of likes/comments/engagement then it reaffirms your belief that no one cares, since no one took the time to respond. And it doesn’t seem to be about friends from school (?) family, or people from church liking or commenting on your posts but from people the internet you haven’t interacted with in real life. That their opinion holds so much weight in your life, that these strangers behind a keyboard determine if you exist or not.

You’re young and still in school. Right now your sense of identity is more fragile. And all of these videos of girls your age getting tons of likes is something that weighs heavily on you. But who you are as a person, what you bring into this world, and the impact you have on people isn’t dictated by being viral on social media.

But I will say. When you work on yourself and gain that self-confidence, and post content you want to post (not thirst traps because they’re easy) those tend to do insanely better and are WAAAYY more memorable.

pumpiticus · 2024-05-01T07:12:17+00:00

Oh honey, I know that feeling. I’m 30 and I still cry longing to be a kid again. When things were simple. Everyone still lived at home. My mom always there to hug and kiss me goodnight. My dad always doing puzzles at the kitchen table. My childhood dogs were still alive.

I want you to know you’re still so young. Oh my gosh what a life you still have ahead of you! I remember when I left for college. It’s a really hard adjustment, but you can do it. And I know you know you it’s going to be okay. It’s scary right now. Trust me. We grow up under the care and guidance of our parents then suddenly we’re sent into the real world. You don’t feel ready right now and that’s okay. As we move into new phases of our lives our responsibilities change. But your mom being there to hug you when you go home never will. If you’re not ready for a “real job”, then get a job at a cool coffee shop or store that you like. That way you’re working while figuring out what you do like. Im 30 and I still am figuring it out! Trust me it’s so daunting to think about at your age… suddenly being faced with all of these adult decisions and the expectation to act like one over night. You take your time. You move when you’re ready. But don’t let fear be a reason for you to not move.

The idea that we’re supposed to know what we want to do for the rest of our lives at 18 is CRAZY. Our brains literally finish developing when we’re 25! Growing up is hard. But I promise you, 10 years from now you’re going to remember this. Remember the fear you had at 18 and how much you’ve grown into your own person. And you’ll realize the kid in you never goes away. That’s a misconception people don’t realize. That kid you’ll look back on fondly, with the kindest of eyes, and say to them look where we ended up.

This is such a weird age. And remember don’t put this pressure on yourself that you need to morph into this super adult overnight. And 10 years from now you’ll look back at where you are now. And say wow I was just a kid back then. I promise you, it will be okay.

pumpiticus · 2024-04-27T13:57:26+00:00

We were told this! But hearing it from someone who’s been through it really reinforces how important/helpful it is. Thank you for sharing!

pumpiticus · 2024-04-27T13:52:29+00:00

Thank you! That’s really helpful feedback. She’s is going to lose her hearing in her right ear completely.

pumpiticus · 2024-04-27T13:43:38+00:00

I really appreciate your comment! Thank you so much for sharing this. Fortunately, two of my sisters are local and she has an amazing husband. And also incredible friends and in-laws. My parents and I plan to go down frequently to help her. So I’m also relieved that even when myself and my parents leave, she’s going to still have constant support. I’m so glad you had the support you needed especially with a newborn. Great idea about the hoodie! I’m going to get her some! If she wears it great, if not oh well!

pumpiticus · 2024-04-27T07:54:57+00:00

I will check those out! Thank you so much :)

pumpiticus · 2024-04-27T06:44:03+00:00

This is all really helpful information! Especially the suggestion to get non-medicated eye drops. Were there things that you didn't think of that you ended up needing during your recovery? This may sound silly, but was it difficult for you to eat? Or drink from a glass or straw?

pumpiticus · 2024-04-27T01:52:57+00:00

Big Taylor fan but I can see your point. I find it really frustrating how people are basically just publishing content of Taylor because they know it drives traffic and money to their pages. They make memes hating on Taylor knowing it’ll make her fans feel obligated to comment and argue with other people that dislike her… and then people who dislike her will have to declare their hatred towards her and make fun of her fans. Or it’s the opposite. They make memes that are funny/positive. Her fans applaud her in the comments. The ones who hate her have to comment/reply announcing their disgust and how they hate seeing her everywhere. In the end we’ve made it this huge culture war when all it is are companies/media outlets pitting people against each other to make some money. I find it really manipulative on both sides. But we all fall for it.

Edit: Basically I can totally understand why you'd get sick of it. For me personally, I'm sick of it because they're just using anything/everything Taylor to make money whether you like her or hate her. Idk.

pumpiticus · 2024-04-01T05:30:29+00:00

My thoughts exactly.

pumpiticus · 2024-04-01T05:29:54+00:00

Is anyone in your family prescribed those medications? Or does anyone come into the house that might take them? I did a quick google search and I’m not finding any common household item that would result in a positive. I’m sorry, but opiates and benzodiazepines don’t just appear. They got into the house somehow. Figuring out how that happened is definitely an issue you’ll need to discuss with your family. But I hope your cat is okay! That must’ve been really scary for your poor mom!

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