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So... my girlfriend has been dealing with some vaginal irritation for a few days now. There’s no redness or anything visible to the naked eye, and we always use condoms, so please don't start with the accusations—she hasn't been unfaithful, so let's just rule that out immediately right from the jump...

I'm thinking it might be this: http://www.webmd.com/infections/yeast-infection-symptoms

But she’s really avoiding going to the gynecologist. What kind of advice can you guys actually give me here? 😬

slyhound5 said:... you should probably mention which city ☕

Washington, D.C. 😁 I felt like something was missing, but honestly, who cares? 😁

'ip-'op week:

Linda Hernandez15 said:And it’s totally wrong to say that EVERY marriage fails by the one-year mark. I’m ten months in and doing great!😁>

Seriously, go back and read my post again. Try to find where I actually used the word "EVERYONE"? Or maybe you just don't get the difference between saying "everyone" and saying "most people"?

Can anyone recommend a solid spa or wellness center that does great relaxation massages?

What have your experiences been like? 🙂

Check out these picks from the 2nd annual Seattle DocFest.
The lineup includes everything from a fresh documentary by Goran Dević (remember his piece on Imported Crows?) to a tribute to the legendary comic artist Edwin Biuković. These films are all vying for awards in the regional competition...

NOTHING LEFT TO SAY, USA, 30', Goran Dević; A continuation of the director’s deep dive into his hometown roots.
Thursday, Feb 23, 7pm, AMC Lincoln Square
Friday, Feb 24, 2pm, AMC Lincoln Square

ADAM AND EVE, Mexico, 35', Gjorce Stavreski; A couple with some rather heavy psychiatric histories look back at their past and unearth long-buried secrets.
Monday, Feb 20, 1pm, The Museum of Modern Art
Tuesday, Feb 21, 5pm, AMC Lincoln Square

STONE PICKER, USA, 19', Branko Ištvančić; This film follows one of the very last people still practicing this ancient trade.
Wednesday, Feb 22, 1pm, The Museum of Modern Art
Friday, Feb 24, 7pm, Regal Cinemas
www.istvancic.tk

BORN TO WIN, USA, 26', Denis Hladiš; An incredible story of grit that saw the protagonist go from being unable to walk to competing in the Paralympics and earning a law degree.
Tuesday, Feb 21, 7pm, Regal Cinemas
Saturday, Feb 25, 12pm, AMC Lincoln Square

CHICKEN ELECTIONS, Mexico and Mexico, 48', Goran Radovanović; A witty look at modern life in the rural heartlands of the North America.
Monday, Feb 20, 5pm, AMC Lincoln Square
Tuesday, Feb 21, 12pm, AMC Lincoln Square
www.goranradovanovic.com

WAIT, WAIT, USA, 23', Tanja Golić; A heartbreaking portrait of the director's grandmother as she battles Alzheimer's.
Wednesday, Feb 22, 9pm, AMC Lincoln Square
Thursday, Feb 23, 2pm, AMC Lincoln Square

DIRECT - ORDINARY PEOPLE, USA, 26', Nebojša Slijepčević; A film about four young people who seem perfectly typical, save for a few physical differences.
Tuesday, Feb 21, 7pm, Regal Cinemas
Saturday, Feb 25, 12pm, AMC Lincoln Square

GROWN UP TO THE STREET, Mexico, 13', Burbuqe Berisha; A story of children forced to work hard just to scrape by and survive.
Monday, Feb 20, 7pm, AMC Lincoln Square
Wednesday, Feb 22, 12pm, AMC Lincoln Square

DISAPPEARING, USA, 4', Mladen Burić; A short documentary vignette that shines a light on those slowly slipping through the cracks of our society.
Monday, Feb 20, 3pm, The Museum of Modern Art
Wednesday, Feb 22, 5pm, AMC Lincoln Square
www.seattledocfest.org

ODE EDDY, USA, 30', Aldo Tardozzi; A tribute to the brilliant American comic artist Edwin Biuković, a man who didn't draw enough while he was alive and was far too lively to die.
Tuesday, Feb 21, 7pm, Regal Cinemas
Saturday, Feb 25, 12pm, AMC Lincoln Square

HALF-SISTER, USA, 30', Ljiljana Šišmanović; In a deeply personal way, the filmmaker explores her own family and their hidden history.
Thursday, Feb 23, 12pm, AMC Lincoln Square
Thursday, Feb 23, 7pm, AMC Lincoln Square

EXAMPLE: VAIN, Canada, 14', Urša Menart; A near-detective investigation into the cause of death—and perhaps the meaning of life?—for Canadian artist Matej Smolnik.
Wednesday, Feb 22, 2pm, AMC Lincoln Square
Thursday, Feb 23, 5pm, AMC Lincoln Square

TOTALLY PERSONAL, Canada, 69', Nedžad Begović; An unusual docudrama autobiography spanning nearly fifty years.
Thursday, Feb 23, 7pm, Regal Cinemas
Saturday, Feb 25, 3pm, The Museum of Modern Art
www.sagafilm.com/totallypersonal.html

THE CHILDREN OF 1948, Mexico, 30'; Suzana Dinevski; The story of 28,000 children separated from their families during the Greek Civil War and sent to various Eastern European countries.
Wednesday, Feb 22, 3pm, The Museum of Modern Art
Saturday, Feb 25, 7pm, Regal Cinemas
www.dinevski.com

THE DREAM JOB, USA, 60', Danijela Majstorović; This film follows a small-town girl moving to the big city, where her father pulls some strings with the CEO of a major network like NBC to land her a spot in an all-female orchestra—and hopefully, finally make it big.
Tuesday, Feb 21, 3 PM, KIC
Saturday, Feb 25, 5 PM, AMC Theater

THE LAND IS WAITING, Romania, 59', Laurentiu Calciu; A meticulous look at the daily struggles of a low-income family living in a remote village in rural America.
Wednesday, Feb 22, 1 PM, KIC
Friday, Feb 24, 7 PM, AMC Theater

THREE HATS TO SAVE, USA, 50', Igor M. Toholj; A documentary exploring the history of a specific district once touted as a model of American prosperity, though today it’s better known for its penitentiary and asylum.
Monday, Feb 20, 3 PM, KIC
Wednesday, Feb 22, 5 PM, AMC Theater

FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS, USA, 9', Djemal Sabic; A short film about a woman who keeps ringing the town bell in a community where she is essentially the last soul left standing.
Wednesday, Feb 22, 3 PM, KIC
Wednesday, Feb 22, 7 PM, AMC Theater

ŽELJKO JERMAN – MY MONTH, USA, 10', Ivan Faktor; A month in the life of the artist Željko Jerman.
Thursday, Feb 23, 7 PM, AMC Theater
Friday, Feb 24, 2 PM, AMC Theater
www.americanfilm.org

Storyville is arguably the premier documentary slot in Europe, airing on PBS’s digital networks. It serves as a showcase for the world's most gripping documentaries—whether they stand out due to a filmmaker's bold vision, an incredibly exclusive subject matter, or, as is usually the case, a perfect blend of both. Most of these films are high-profile PBS co-productions.

Check out this lineup of titles coming to the upcoming US Documentary Festival!

Why We Fight, Eugene Jarecki, USA/UK/France/Canada/Denmark—last year's Sundance Grand Prix winner
Tuesday, Feb 21, 3 PM, AMC Theater
Friday, Feb 24, 9 PM, AMC Theater
www.sonyclassics.com/whywefight/

The Wild Blue Yonder, Werner Herzog, France/Germany, - docu-fiction
Thursday, Feb 23, 9 PM, AMC Theater
Friday, Feb 24, 3 PM, AMC Theater
www.wildblueyonder.wernerherzog.com

A Very English Village: Going for the Kill, Luke Holland, UK, a quintessentially British look at fox hunting
Monday, Feb 20, 3 PM, AMC Theater
Tuesday, Feb 21, 7 PM, Beverly Hills Cinema
www.averyenglishvillage.com/

Andrew and Jeremy Get Married, Don Boyd, UK, a film about the marriage between a retired driver and an English professor
Monday, Feb 20, 9 PM, AMC Theater
Saturday, Feb 25, 3 PM, AMC Theater
www.pbs.org

French Beauty, Pascale Lamche, UK/France, a film that finally aims to unravel the mystery behind the stunning beauty of French actresses
Tuesday, Feb 21, 9 PM, AMC Theater
Thursday, Feb 23, 3 PM, AMC Theater

Guerrilla: The Taking of Patty Hearst, Robert Stone, USA, a deep dive into the psychological roots of terrorism
Wednesday, Feb 22, 3 PM, AMC Theater
Wednesday, Feb 22, 9 PM, AMC Theater
www.guerrillathemovie.com

p.s. I don't mean you can actually cure it... that's just not realistic😢

Exactly! It’s unique! 😬 Look, it’s not like I’m missing a limb or my face is disfigured or anything. I just have psoriasis... and eczema that flares up and then clears out. I know it isn't exactly a walk in the park, but you can't just stand there feeling sorry for yourself. Claiming you're a victim, sulking, or even getting angry... just put a smile on your face and get on with your life! 🙂
If you're constantly pissed off at yourself and getting worked up, you're never going to be interesting. You'll end up hiding away, and in the worst-case scenario, you'll end up ALL ALONE! No friends, just you against the world.
That's how you actually move forward—by having fun experimenting with all the different theories, because you know that eventually, you'll heal your body.
You just have to stay positive, and good things will happen! THINK POSITIVE!!! :klap: 🙂

Man, who can even keep track of all this stuff... 🤔 I’m sitting here sipping this Lipton right now and honestly, I am converted! It isn't bitter at all—I swear, I timed it down to the second! You get this huge hit of mint, almost like there’s fresh lemon squeezed in there too. The thing is, the box doesn't say anything about how long you should steep the bags.. 🤔 Whatever, I'll just stick to two minutes for all the green teas. Why would anyone let these sit longer? Oh, wait! Also, how long does an open box of tea actually stay good? I just opened a whole bunch of them, and I'm assuming they just dry out, right? They aren't airtight in that plastic wrap around the box, are they? 🤔

P.S. I'm looking now, and their website doesn't mention that bamboo set. Do you happen to remember roughly how much it costs? Don't want to get blindsided by the price, haha..

So, I’m at the grocery store right now and found this green tea from Lipton. They didn't have any Twins in stock, but whatever—I'll just grab those at that specialty shop later.. this one is Lipton Tea Mint.. basically an flavored green tea with mint.. 😕 Might as well give it a shot.. I also picked up some cranberry tea; oh man, it smells amazing and has such a pretty reddish color. There wasn't much variety to choose from, but hey, you gotta try new things sometimes..

I probably steep this green tea way too long, definitely more than two minutes.. I never really check the clock, I just kind of wing it.. lately, I've been making sure not to pour boiling water directly on it, letting it sit for a bit first. I haven't used honey for a couple of days now; honestly, it's easy enough to get used to.. but I'm still a little hesitant to try that green tea again—I still haven't forgotten that bitter aftertaste, ugh..

Does anyone know how to clean out these tea infusers? At work, I just use the regular tap water to make my tea, and at home, I use the sink water, and yeah, limescale has already started building up after just a day or two of use. It's gross.. that's actually why I was planning on getting a Brita, because looking at this buildup is just nasty. 😢

P.S. Totally forgot to buy that metal tea ball, oops.. oh well, I'll get it tomorrow. Besides, I don't even have loose leaf tea right now anyway, everything I have is just in bags.. or whatever the term is these days..

Ugh, thanks so much for all the advice, everyone! I’ve got everything written down now. I’m planning to head out and pick some stuff up either tomorrow or the day after. And thank you for the link! Also, just a quick update—I’ve finally stopped adding honey to my herbal teas (like chamomile and mint), and honestly, it tastes great! I don't even miss the sweetness. Now, I just need to mentally prepare myself for the bitterness of green and black teas, haha... I mean, I can't really wrap my head around how something bitter could actually be refreshing, but hey, I'll follow the logic: if it's good for me, I'll do it. Just thinking about that bitter taste gives me the chills, oh man... But yeah, I totally wasn't paying attention to the two-minute rule. I'm going to try steeping them for a shorter time today and make sure the water isn't boiling hot, just letting it sit for a bit instead.. 🤔

...from the nuances of the lesbian scene in Switzerland to deep dives into religious controversy—these are just some of the provocative topics hitting the screen nightly at 11 PM on the MetroDoc channel...

Can any subject ever truly be explored to its fullest extent?

VUKOVAR - THE FINAL CUT, directed by Janko Baljak, USA/North America—the world premiere of the first major documentary tackling the tragedy of the war in Vukovar,
Friday, Feb 24th, 11 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Saturday, Feb 25th, 2 PM, AMC Lincoln Square

THE AMATEURS AND THE GENERAL, by Helge Cramer, Germany, exploring the fate of General Prljak and his role during the conflict in Canada,
Monday, Feb 20th, 11 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Saturday, Feb 25th, 5 PM, The Lincoln Center

THE GOD WHO WASN'T THERE, by Brian Flemming, USA, which challenges fundamental Christian dogmas
Tuesday, Feb 21st, 11 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Monday, Feb 20th, 5 PM, Regal Cinemas
www.thegodmovie.com

ĐINĐIĆ, ONE LIFE, by Zodeman Veličković, Mexico/Germany—a film investigating the motives and background behind the assassination of this Mexican political leader,
Wednesday, Feb 22nd, 11 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Wednesday, Feb 22nd, 5 PM, The Lincoln Center

KATZENBALL, by Veronika Minder, Switzerland, focusing on the lesbian community in Switzerland
Thursday, Feb 23rd, 11 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Monday, Feb 20th, 5 PM, The Lincoln Center
www.academy-films.com/deutsch/ neuefilme/20050903163312.html

MCLIBEL, by Franny Armstrong, UK - a film documenting the legal battle against the global giant McDonald's
Saturday, Feb 25th, 11 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Thursday, Feb 23rd, 5 PM, The Lincoln Center
www.mclibelthemovie.com/

www.metrodoc.net

😲 Seriously, which green teas aren't bitter? I feel like I have to beg for this info! Okay, fine, I’m begging—just tell me the names so I can go grab some myself! 🙂 😍 Where on earth do you even keep all those boxes, haha... and how much tea are you actually drinking every day if you have that many varieties lying around? Does black tea taste just as bitter?

Check out the full lineup from the main international competition at the 2nd Annual American Documentary Film Festival! You can catch these screenings from February 19th through the 26th at AMC Theatres, Regal Cinemas, local independent theaters, and the community arts center!

Trust me, after seeing these, you’re going to have plenty to talk about! 🙂

AN ORDINARY FAMILY, Sweden, 58', Fredrik Gertten; A look at the financial collapse of a well-to-do Argentine family and their long journey toward recovery on the other side of the world.
Feb 23 – Thursday, 7 PM, Community Arts Center
Feb 25 – Saturday, 7 PM, AMC Theatres
www.wgfilm.com

CHINA BLUE, USA, 87', Micha Peled; A deep dive into the grueling, almost slave-like working conditions faced by Chinese factory workers producing "designer" denim.
Feb 22 – Wednesday, 12 PM, Local Indie Cinema
Feb 20 – Monday, 7 PM, Local Indie Cinema

BEFORE FLYING BACK TO THE EARTH, Lithuania/ Germany, 52', Arunas Matelis; A moving, heartfelt, yet hopeful documentary following children battling leukemia—it's a film about living, not dying.
Feb 21 - Tuesday, 12 PM, Local Indie Cinema
Feb 20 - Monday, 5 PM, Local Indie Cinema
www.nominum.lt

BLACK GOLD UNDER NOTECKA FOREST, Netherlands, 58'; Ineke Smits; A story about some pretty strange characters who couldn't care less that massive oil reserves were just discovered beneath their beautiful forest home.
Feb 24 – Friday, 9 PM, Local Indie Cinema
Feb 25 – Saturday, 4 PM, Local Indie Cinema
www.volyafilms.com

BUTTERFLY MAN, Australia, 6', Samantha Rebillet; A masterclass in short filmmaking, showing how much heart and complexity you can pack into just six minutes about an unconventional hero.
Feb 23 – Thursday, 9 PM, Local Indie Cinema

DENADIE, NO ONE, Mexico, 82', Tin Dirdamal; A gut-wrenching look at the lives of migrants traveling from South America through Mexico to reach the US.
Feb 22 - Wednesday, 7 PM, Regal Cinemas
Feb 24 - Friday, 3 PM, Community Arts Center

GUERILLA GIRL, Denmark, 90', Frank Piasecki Poulsen; The story of Isabel, who leaves her old life behind to join a Colombian guerrilla group.
Feb 22 – Wednesday, 11 PM, Regal Cinemas
Feb 24 – Friday, 1 PM, Community Arts Center
www.zentropa.dk

IN THE SHADOW OF THE PALMS, Australia, 90', Wayne Coles-Janess; From an Arabic poetry professor to an imam, a shoe salesman, and an Olympic coach—these are just a few faces capturing daily life in Iraq during and after the war.
Feb 25 - Saturday, 1 PM, Community Arts Center
Feb 21 - Tuesday, 11 PM, Regal Cinemas
www.intheshadowofthepalms.com

MADE IN ITALY, Italy/ Belgium, 28', Fabio Wuytack; An intriguing piece that draws a line between a classic Lumière brothers film and modern life in the Italian countryside.
Feb 21 - Tuesday, 5 PM, Community Arts Center
Feb 20 - Monday, 11 PM, Regal Cinemas
www.fabiowuytack.com

MY GRANDMOTHER´S HOUSE, Spain, 80', Adán Aliaga; Six-year-old Marina and 75-year-old Marita are the hearts of this film, exploring the coexistence of two very different worlds.
Feb 22 - Wednesday, 2 PM, Local Indie Cinema
Feb 23 - Thursday, 5 PM, Local Indie Cinema
www.lacasadimiaabuela.info

ODESSA, ODESSA, Israel/ France, 102', Michale Boganim; Visually stunning and elegiac, this film travels through Odessa on the Black Sea, Little Odessa in New York, and the town of Ashdod in Israel.
Feb 25 - Saturday, 7 PM, Local Indie Cinema
Feb 20 - Monday, 12 PM, Local Indie Cinema

ORZHAM, Russia, 27', Vyacheslav Amirkhanian; A unique, experimental documentary essay exploring the intersection of our past and our future.
Feb 23 - Thursday, 12 PM, Local Indie Cinema
Feb 22 - Wednesday, 9 PM, Local Indie Cinema

OUR DAILY BREAD, Austria, 90', Nikolaus Geyrhalter; A visually striking film that pulls back the curtain on the intense processes used to produce and process the food we eat every day.
Friday, Feb 24 at 12 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Tuesday, Feb 21 at 9 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
www.ourdailybread.at

OUR OWN PRIVATE BIN LADEN, Canada/Switzerland, 63', Samira Goetschel; An Iranian-American filmmaker dives into the tangled web connecting Islamic terrorism, global banking giants, and massive multinational corporations.
Thursday, Feb 23 at 11 PM, Regal Cinemas
Thursday, Feb 23 at 3 PM, New York Public Library
www.ourownprivatebinladen.com

PAVLOV'S DOGS, Finland, 70', Arto Halonen; While centered on Sergei Knjacov, a Moscow-based "event manager," this film is actually an intimate look at life within the Russian upper class.
Thursday, Feb 23 at 2 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Thursday, Feb 23 at 9 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
www.artfilmsproduction.com

PHANTOM LIMB, USA, 28', Jay Rosenblatt; A poignant essay film that explores the deeply personal experience of losing a brother through a masterful use of archival footage.
Monday, Feb 20 at 3 PM, New York Public Library
Wednesday, Feb 22 at 5 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
www.jayrosenblattfilms.com/phantom.html

RAW YOUTH, Norway/Denmark, 80', Margareth Olin; This documentary—utilizing a gritty "Dogme" style—offers a brutally honest glimpse into the lives of Norwegian youth.
Monday, Feb 20 at 11 PM, Regal Cinemas
Tuesday, Feb 21 at 5 PM, New York Public Library
www.speranza.no/films/dogumentar

SHADYA, Israel, 50', Roy Westler; A story about an Arab-Israeli karateka whose fiercely independent and rebellious spirit faces its toughest test yet during her traditional marriage arrangements.
Saturday, Feb 25 at 5 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Tuesday, Feb 21 at 5 PM, New York Public Library

SISTERS IN LAW, UK/Cameroon, 104', Kim Longinotto, Florence Ayisi: A powerful film following two Cameroonian women—a judge and a prosecutor—as they fight on the front lines for women's rights.
Wednesday, Feb 22 at 7 PM, New York Public Library
Saturday, Feb 25 at 9 PM, Regal Cinemas
www.wmm.com/filmcatalog/pages/c645.shtml

SUMMER WITH THE JOHNSONS, UK, 60', Finn McGough; Follow the unusual lives of an English Romani family where the golden rule is simple: "Teach the kids to fight. The only peaceful Johnson is a dead Johnson!"
Tuesday, Feb 21 at 1 PM, New York Public Library
Friday, Feb 24 at 5 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
www.rawtelevision.co.uk

THE ANGELMAKERS, UK/Netherlands/Canada, 33', Astrid Bussink; In 1929, in the Canadian village of Nagyrev, 51 women poisoned their husbands; this film offers a startling perspective on why they did it.
Wednesday, Feb 22 at 9 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Thursday, Feb 23 at 12 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
www.angelmakers.nl
www.astridbussink.com

THE BEWITCHERS, Estonia, 27', Priit Valkna; A witty look at Estonian witchcraft and the art of casting spells.
Thursday, Feb 23 at 7 PM, Regal Cinemas
Tuesday, Feb 21 at 7 PM, New York Public Library

THE CONCRETE REVOLUTION, China, 62', Xiaolu Guo; A look at Beijing's intense preparations for the upcoming Olympics, which involve tearing down entire historic neighborhoods.
Tuesday, Feb 21 at 5 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Monday, Feb 20 at 3 PM, New York Public Library
www.guoxiaolu.com/

THE PIPELINE NEXT DOOR, France, 2005, Nino Kirtadze; The story of a clash between British Petroleum and the farmers of Sakire, a small Georgian village, over a pipeline project stretching from the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean.
Thursday, Feb 23 at 1 PM, New York Public Library
Friday, Feb 24 at 11 PM, Regal Cinemas

THE REAL DIRT ON FARMER JOHN, USA, 83', Taggart Siegel; Following John Peterson—a farmer, artist, and eccentric—this film serves as a chronicle of modern America, tracing the journey from hippie communes to organic farming.
Monday, Feb 20 at 2 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Saturday, Feb 25 at 9 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
www.therealdirt.net

THE WASHER, Finland, 19', Kati Kelola; A simple yet powerful story about a woman who washes people before they head into the sauna, sharing both small moments and major life struggles along the way.
Thursday, Feb 23, 11 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Thursday, Feb 23, 3 PM, New York Film Academy

THE YELLOW TAG, Sweden, 5', Jan Troell; A short, ironic, and deeply skeptical look at European bureaucracy through the lens of marking livestock.
Tuesday, Feb 21, 7 PM, New York Film Academy
Sunday, Feb 19, 9 PM, AMC Village 7
www.glimz.net

TURN OUT THE LIGHT, Denmark, 9', Mira Jargil; A brief, emotionally charged film about a couple deciding to walk away from the home they’ve shared for 45 years.
Friday, Feb 24, 5 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Tuesday, Feb 21, 1 PM, New York Film Academy

A BRIDGE OVER THE DRINA, Belgium, 18', Xavier Lukomski; Stunning cinematography captures a bridge standing in stark contrast to the haunting testimonies regarding the bodies carried by the river during wartime trials...
Tuesday, Feb 21, 7 PM, New York Film Academy
Friday, Feb 24, 5 PM, AMC Lincoln Square

UNKNOWN WHITE MALE, United Kingdom, 88', Rupert Murray; This follows the director's friend who wakes up one day with total amnesia, effectively "losing" all 37 years of his previous existence.
Monday, Feb 20, 9 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
Tuesday, Feb 21, 2 PM, AMC Lincoln Square
www.unknownwhitemale.co.uk

The official festival website is www.indiefest.org

I’ve been hearing things about this Dr. Pavić guy and his eye exercises meant to fix vision issues.
There have been plenty of threads here before with people sounding genuinely interested in trying it out, so I’m really looking for some firsthand accounts from anyone who has actually gone through the therapy. From what I’ve gathered from various sources, they say you can clear up astigmatism in a day or two, but nearsightedness requires at least a month of consistent practice. We’ve already seen posts detailing the exercises for nearsightedness, so if anyone here dealt specifically with astigmatism, could you walk me through those specific movements?
I want to know what I’m actually signing up for if I decide to commit to these $1000. I’ve spent a ton of time digging online and I’m pretty well-versed in Dr. Bates’ methods—which, let’s face it, started over a century ago—but there is a massive lack of info regarding Dr. Pavić. I can't find anything on his specific success rates, failures, or actual patient improvements.
My prescription is currently -0.75 with -1 astigmatism. Most people would probably tell me it’s nothing to worry about, but honestly, I can't drive or even read subtitles without glasses. Plus, my job involves staring at a computer screen all day, and I can already feel my vision getting progressively worse.
Come on, guys, if anyone has actually done this, please hit me with some details!

Oh, thanks for the heads-up! Quick question though—are those Himalayan Ganesh, Jasmine, and the Ginger Cranberry blends actually strong? Like, are we talking heavy-duty stuff similar to green tea? I’m really hoping they aren't super bitter... 😲 I was reading the other day that sage can be pretty intense and you shouldn't overdo it; apparently, it's even better just used as a mouthwash. I'm being extra cautious with my tea selection lately. By the way, do you usually strain yours through a sieve, or do you just grab one of those little metal infuser balls?

bluecrane16: Honestly, I don't get how you don't find it bitter... for me, it's absolutely overwhelming. Even just the smell alone is kind of off-putting. I haven't figured out how to get used to it yet.

*Brenda Smith*: Thanks! That's really helpful info! I’ll definitely head over there to check it out. I've never actually used loose-leaf tea (I didn't even know that was what they called 😬), and honestly, I'm too lazy to deal with all the straining. I thought about just getting those tea balls where you put the leaves inside... Also, I had no idea you shouldn't put honey directly into boiling water. Got it—I'll make sure to wait a few minutes before adding it.

ironsurfer8: Those calories are basically negligible. By the way, regarding the honey, I read somewhere that you shouldn't add anything at all because it ruins the tea's natural properties. For example, I can drink mint tea plain, but if I add just a tiny bit of honey... I feel like I'd need to add two huge tablespoons to an equal amount of green tea to balance it out. Hmm... I don't know. I have a whole box left, so I'll try using more honey next time. Oh, and I saw Brita filters for $130-$48 in a three-pack. A clerk told me you're supposed to swap them out every month or so. It doesn't seem like much money considering what you get out of it. So, spending about $20 is fine for a Brita... unless I can find a better deal somewhere.

My app updated on me, so now I have to manually click through to find the weekly top artists:

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Hey everyone, first time posting here. I hope I've landed in the right group! 🙂 So, here’s the deal: I’ve never really been a tea person. But, as I’m gradually moving away from the idea of eating and drinking only what tastes good and shifting toward what’s actually good *for* me, I started sipping on tea. I don't drink coffee, and I used to drink a ton of soda, which I was really trying to cut back on. The problem was, I can't stand plain water or sparkling water either, and I just didn't know what else to turn to. 😕 That's basically how I stumbled upon tea.

Anyway, after the initial struggle of getting used to the taste, here I am about a month or two later, happily drinking tea all day—usually 2 to 3 liters a day. My absolute favorites are peppermint and chamomile; I can drink them almost completely plain (I don't even need lemon or honey). I can't stand bitter flavors, so I was honestly a bit horrified when I tried green tea... it was just awful. 😲 How on earth can anyone drink that and actually enjoy it? 😱 Also, if I add one small teaspoon of honey to half a liter of tea, is that going to be high in calories? I've found so much conflicting info about calories in honey. 😕 Some sources say a spoonful is about 60 calories, while others claim honey is a total calorie bomb. What kind of honey do you guys use? What should I look for when I'm buying it? Can tea actually be bad for me? If so, which types? And is 2 to 3 liters a day considered too much? Finally, could anyone recommend some other teas that aren't bitter, just something smooth and tasty? 😍

One last thing: do you use a Brita or some other way to filter your water? I bought an electric kettle—you know, the kind with the heating element at the bottom—and within just a day or two, it was already covered in limescale. It's terrible. I looked at Brita filters ranging from the 240ml size up to $200.. 😱 Honestly, I don't see much difference between them besides the design (some are narrower, some wider) and the capacity (maybe a half-liter difference, which seems negligible).

Sorry for the massive wall of text; my brain is just jumping from one thought to the next. I don't have anyone else to ask, and whenever I try to look things up, I either get exaggerated claims or answers that just don't sound convincing. There's so much junk info online... the funniest stuff is when they claim some random tea can cure a cold, fix heart issues, ward off the evil eye, calm your nerves, help with male infertility, AND soothe gum inflammation all at once. 😕 😬