Posts by Henry Collins5

Amanda Fowler2 said:Where does the pain end and aging begin? Is it just the dulling of sensation, a sort of emotional fading, or even death itself? As long as you feel that ache, you know you're still alive. Pain is one of those essential signs of life's constant movement.

I don't see how growing older has anything to do with the pain actually stopping.

The pain never really goes away; you just get better at managing it as the years pass. Hang in there, briskbison70. 👋

lust4lif3 said:With all due respect, what you just wrote is complete nonsense. Do you really think schizophrenia is the only mental illness out there? I wish it were that simple.
There are so many different mental illnesses and disorders out there, and honestly, most of them don't even fall under the umbrella of psychology. There are also plenty of everyday mental health struggles that aren't actually within a psychologist's scope of practice.
One of the biggest stigmas surrounding psychiatry and doctors—and the people who reach out for help—is this idea that psychiatrists only deal with "crazy" people.
And sure, they do treat those patients. You'll find that in specific psychiatric wards or specialized mental health hospitals where they have the right facilities to provide the necessary care and intensive treatment.

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I get the distinction between a psychiatrist and a psychologist, which is why I included both in the title. Even if some psychiatrists handle everyday life struggles, their core training remains psychiatric.

It’s just like when you need a dentist in Los Angeles—there are plenty of them, so people naturally look for someone with a solid reputation. When it comes to your health (and your wallet), you'd much rather go to someone who comes highly recommended by a friend than just pick a random ad out of a newspaper.

I'm actually looking for a private psychiatrist or psychologist. I wasn't entirely sure about Modus, as I have a feeling they mostly focus on teens and their families, but I need help for an adult in their 30s.
Anyway, thanks so much for the help and support 👋

Not even one single piece of advice?
We really are a mentally healthy bunch, aren't we?
Come on, please, if you can think of anything, feel free to share or just send me a DM.

I’m looking for someone who feels a bit like those characters you see in American movies—someone who can help navigate life's stresses, family issues, or just general setbacks.
I know having a good friend to lean on is great, but sometimes you really need professional guidance to work through things.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a therapist located in New York City?

Sam Allen86 said:Hey everyone, quick question!

I used to wear both contacts and glasses, but my frames finally snapped, so now I need a new pair. That means I have to go in for an eye exam, and apparently, I have to be out of my contacts for a certain amount of time beforehand to let my cornea shape settle back to normal. I can manage being without lenses for a little while, but my prescription is so high that I really only have the weekend to deal with it. Does anyone know exactly how long I need to wait? Some people told me four days, others said three, and a woman at the clinic in New York City told me "at least 24 hours." If that's true, does that mean I could schedule an appointment for Monday morning and just stay out of my contacts over the weekend?

It’s hard to give you a set timeline since everyone is different. Most people say it takes about two or three days, but it really just depends on how sensitive your eyes are and which brands you've used in the past. Personally, I think your best bet is to head back to the eye doctor after two days; that way, they can check if your eyes have recovered or if you need one more day of rest. I also highly recommend having a pair of glasses ready to go. These days, even if you have a high prescription, you can get really sleek options because lens technology allows for much thinner glass. If you pick a smaller frame—which usually looks better anyway—they can trim away those thickest edges. Even though I live in my contacts most of the time, I always keep my glasses handy for situations just like this.

Walter Brooks3 said:"A true friend is someone who doesn't leave you when things get rough..."

That’s what I was taught growing up, but honestly, whenever I hit a rough patch—and believe me, I've had my share—people would show up once or twice, but by the third or fourth time, they were just gone. It's hard to be the person constantly running into trouble, and frankly, I wouldn't want to be around someone like that either. But it still stung because those people left right when I needed them most. It isn't always black and white, though; there aren't really generalizations to be made here, but once they walked away, they stayed gone.
Looking back, I think this saying actually fits better:

"A true friend is someone who gets stuck in the trenches with you..."

I spent months being there for her. There were times she drove me absolutely crazy, and I think I even posted about it on Reddit once or twice. But all that effort eventually paid off. One Saturday night, I ended up wrecking my car, and she was right there by my side. I had to tell my parents, and man, I had never felt so out of control. I completely broke down and just sobbed. She held me. She stayed with me through the whole thing, especially when the moment came to face my parents about the accident. In that moment, I knew all that time hadn't been wasted. I knew I could count on her. We've had plenty of happy moments since then, too, so it was all worth it.

Most people come to places like this just to vent about their problems. I've done that myself a few times, but today I'm writing to say that every relationship has its bright spots. I'm not worried anymore about how my relationship will end or if it will. You just have to cherish every single moment and experience. Even if things don't work out, it isn't a tragedy as long as we walk away with a little more life experience.

Take care, everyone.

Walter Brooks3

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Unfortunately, it usually takes something going wrong to see who you can actually rely on.