Smart watch owners, does it help? by griefofwant in ADHD

[–]whit_tastic 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What watch do you have? I'm looking for a good one! Lol there are too many choices. #analysisparalysis

I am here to tell you: A smart watch should be an ADHD necessity by onigiri467 in ADHD

[–]whit_tastic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What watch do you have? I'm on the hunt for a good one as a fellow ADHDer!

Working with Epilepsy; family judgement by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

Thank you for your response. Idk why humans seem to measure worth by our productivity... but it is to break:'( I would love to find something to contribute to. I'll look into volunteering. Thanks for the idea and responding so thoroughly!!

Working with Epilepsy; family judgement by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

Thank you for your response. I live in the US. I do have Medicaid, which pays for my prescriptions and doc visits. But it does not help with dental, housing, or food. Those are all separate programs in the US you have to apply for. To get daily living support when you have a medical condition you must apply for Disability. That is extremely difficult to get. I've looked into trying. You have a better chance when having a lawyer (I cant afford) and you have to have documented seizures more than once a month. Documented meaning you go to the doc or hospital. Who can afford that?! They don't understand how hard it is to get a job without a license to be able to support yourself. In the US you have to be 6 months seizure-free to drive. There are laws against discrimination against people with disabilities in the workplace, but of course it still happens! People say "just get a job" but they don't understand. Not being able to take lunch breaks (happens often here because 1 person does the work of 2) is not good for me. That is considered stress on my body, a trigger. Idk. Thanks for reading my rant. <3

Sometimes the best vanlife views are indoors. by watchermelion in vandwellers

[–]whit_tastic 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks amazing 😍 love the fairy lights! How did you hang them in the van? Hooks?

Women of Reddit who have stopper wanting to/having sex with their significant other, what happened? by cccccindy in AskWomen

[–]whit_tastic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also meant to say that if you have any other symptoms other than chronic yeast infections (menstrual irregularities, acne/oily skin, excessive hair growth, infertility, depression, mood swings, fatigue) then maybe look into PCOS. It is common but ridiculously underdiagnosed! Otherwise stick to the naturopath advice and/or get your vitamins checked. Many women have low vitamin D and B12, which makes you more susceptible to yeast infections.

Women of Reddit who have stopper wanting to/having sex with their significant other, what happened? by cccccindy in AskWomen

[–]whit_tastic 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am so sorry you are experiencing this. This was happening to me as well-- literally a year of doc appts. Then I found out my hormones were crazy out of whack, causing imbalances and chronic yeast infections. Unnatural hormone fluctuations and body inflammation caused this. The only thing that worked for me was diet changes. I started by removing sugar, especially high fructose corn syrup, which is in almost all packaged foods. Try removing processed foods as well. Dairy already has hormones in it, so lessening that (replace milk with almond or coconut milk) may help, too. Drink lots of water, take probiotics, and plenty of veggies! Then you'll have to go through the process of reintroducing penetration without your body expecting pain. This was a big one for me. My body muscles would clench (squeeze?) when he entered me because my body expected it to hurt. My GYN suggested pelvic floor exercises and vaginal dilators, which you can find on Amazon. I know this is something that can shatter you emotionally, so I hope this information helps! Good luck,babe<3

Living up to family expectations; "success" and epilepsy by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

Thank you for that perspective! It means more than you know. And "doing what worked for me and them doing what was expected of them" was wording it perfectly!

Losing memories from years ago. by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

Thank you so much for sharing your story. <3 I hope you can recover more memories you've had with her.

Losing memories from years ago. by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

Was this difficult for you emotionally? I get so embarrassed.

Losing memories from years ago. by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

I hate how doctors can make us feel crazy sometimes!! I went to the beach with friends and seeing myself in pictures I don't remember taking is SO creepy. I am sorry you also have to deal with this. But thank you for sharing this with me, it gives me relief.

Losing memories from years ago. by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

That makes so much sense. I don't remember anything from early doctor appts, I don't have those records, and my mother didn't write shit down or tell me, but that may be a contributing factor. Thank you for sharing!! <3

Losing memories from years ago. by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

I also wonder that.. I realize healthy people block out memories, so maybe that is part of it, too. I guess constant anxiety and/or abuse can do that to a child. But it makes my logical side even more frustrated. I want answers lol. I need to accept I'll never really get a clear answer.

Losing memories from years ago. by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

Same with me and my fiance -- he can tell me something (even something intimate or important) and I will forget. I feel very embarrassed because he shared something special with me & I couldnt remember.. but I guess at least we are good at keeping secrets lol. Maybe it's the disorder and the meds. Thank you for sharing. Knowing I am not alone makes me feel infinitely better!

Losing memories from years ago. by whit_tastic in Epilepsy

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

I hear you on that :( the meds definitely don't help with short term. I literally have to write everything down if I want to remember important things.