Posts by mistybison

Nicole Taylor27 said:Of course, don't even think about wearing them in a pool or the ocean.

I spent the entire summer swimming in the ocean while wearing mine, though I made sure not to dive under or get my face and eyes wet. They didn't bother me at all. It was wonderful being able to swim and enjoy the view. 😍 For the record, I am just wearing standard, clear contact lenses.

Kevin Wilson8 said:You’ve pointed out things I hadn't even realized myself. It never occurred to me that I’ve actually been dealing with my mother's frustrations since I was a little girl. It's finally becoming clear to me now. Fortunately, I turned out alright.

Our parents are essentially products of their own upbringing and the society they grew up in. It is difficult to hold them accountable when they were raised in unstable environments, perhaps without much love or acceptance, or without ever being taught how to handle their own insecurities. At this stage in their lives, true change would require an immense amount of self-reflection and the willingness to dismantle everything they believe about themselves—something most people naturally resist. It is often best to let them be and focus on protecting your own peace. The goal is to ensure we don't unconsciously pass those same patterns down to our own children. Visit them, show them respect, but maintain firm boundaries so they don't interfere with your life.

ilovik said:Once everyone gains a clear understanding of the situation, you can build relationships on much healthier foundations.

That is a profound truth. I remember once asking my mom if she realized she criticizes me at least five times a day for not doing something perfectly, and she was genuinely shocked. She didn't even view her own comments as criticism. Once we worked through it—me realizing she wasn't truly attacking me and her seeing how much her words upset me—everything changed. Now, she is mindful of her tone, and I have learned not to take it personally when a critique slips out, because I know it is just a habitual pattern rather than a lack of support. Honest, calm dialogue is essential. The challenge is that you cannot have these conversations with everyone or at any given moment; people aren't always ready to face the truth. In fact, the author of this thread might simply refuse to engage in any communication at all.

revolution said:it was just... you know... some amateur... she didn't even come close to getting it right🙄 😁 🤣

I am certain she is simply dying to share every little detail with us. 😎 😁

Sarah Wilson95 said:Well... he wasn't exactly mauled alive...

I missed that part. 😁

Bradley Nelson2 said:🤣 🤣
she actually looked a bit like a crocodile, you know. 👍

So, we are talking about a new, unknown girl here. 😎 😁

Can HIV be transmitted through a bite? 🤔 Hepatitis? 🤔 Or some other infectious disease? 🤔

boldeagle3 said:I underwent septoplasty surgery. Unfortunately, the external shape of my nose didn't change at all.
I stayed in the hospital for seven days.
I had nasal packing in for five full days!!! (It was absolutely exhausting; breathing through your mouth for five days and nights is incredibly frustrating).
Removing the packing wasn't actually the scary part.
Waking up from anesthesia wasn't much of a shock either, though I did vomit blood twice because it had drained down my throat, but I remained perfectly lucid regarding the date and where I was. 😁
The main issue was a sore throat for five days due to the intubation, which made eating difficult and made mouth-breathing quite irritating, but everything else went smoothly.
The best strategy is to simply sleep through those first few days in the hospital.

This is the exact description my doctor gave me when discussing the possibility of a septoplasty. 😢 The primary difference from cosmetic rhinoplasty is that cosmetic work requires general anesthesia, whereas a septoplasty can technically be done under local anesthesia (though apparently, that is quite unpleasant). It is likely that changing the actual shape of the nose is more painful and involves more bruising. My doctor explained that for a septoplasty, the surgeon works through the nostrils, but for cosmetic changes, they make an incision inside the nostril under the skin and pull it upward—which sounds pretty intense.😢

outoftheblue said:Electroconvulsive therapy is used when medication simply isn't enough.

😱
Is that still a standard practice? I was under the impression that method had been phased out long ago. That sounds quite intense. 😢

Bradley Nelson2 said:on the leg, right between the knee and the groin😁

It’s certainly nothing to worry about—it's highly unlikely your girlfriend has rabies. 😁

Just wipe it down with a bit of rubbing alcohol.

rustymarlin39 said:(after spending all day at my desk)

I believe this explains it. When I spend long hours working on my computer, wearing glasses causes much less eye strain than wearing contact lenses. I've noticed that my eyes tend to get bloodshot if I wear contacts in front of a screen for too long, so I make it a point to switch to glasses whenever possible. At least when I'm relaxing at home.

Bradley Nelson2 said:😱
I don't have any on hand, and I'm not really up for a trip to the pharmacy right now. What would be the next best thing?

Would rubbing alcohol work? Or maybe some high-proof vodka? 🤔 😬

If you don't mind us asking, how did the accident happen? 😎 😁

But what if the animal that bit you was actually carrying rabies? 😲 😱 People don't just go around biting one another for no reason... 😁

driftinglynx76 said:You can head straight home as soon as you wake up from the anesthesia.

Are you absolutely certain about that? I was under the impression that a five-day hospital stay was required.

briskgull27 said:I am not sure if you understand, but you could talk to me for five years and it won't be as effective as a regimen of medication.
I am not dealing with neuroticism; I am dealing with psychosis.

In that case, stick to your prescribed treatment plan, and things will likely turn out just fine. 🙂

Michelle Cook83 said:No, I just want to be blonde for a little while. Just for my own sake.😁

I would love to switch to green eyes every once in a while, though I think experimenting with blue or gray tones would be equally wonderful. 😍 Every time I consider buying colored contact lenses, I find myself hesitating because it feels like a bit of a waste of money. 😢 Maybe I'll take them along on vacation next summer. 😁

briskgull27 said:Your godmother is clearly responsible for the lack of quality care you receive there.
If you catch my drift. Here in Washington, D.C., we have doctors who actually treat us as individuals, if you know what I mean.

From everything she’s told me, it seems most patients at the clinic are essentially "treated" solely with medication, with very little focus on other therapeutic methods. Basically, they hand out a diagnosis, prescribe the meds, and call it a day. You can always opt for private sessions with a psychiatrist, but that comes with extra fees. That’s just how the healthcare system works in general—you get the basics for free, but anything better requires out-of-pocket spending.

briskgull27 said:I completely understand where you're coming from.
My ex-boyfriend's mother was actually terrified that I might kill him in his sleep.
I've been sleeping next to my husband for over a year now, and so far, he's still perfectly safe.

I don't doubt it for a second. 🙂 A close friend of mine works as a psychiatrist at a local hospital, and she's mentioned how people dealing with schizophrenia can genuinely perceive someone as an enemy—like a parent trying to harm them—and to them, that reality is absolute. Because they act based on what they truly see and experience, their reactions seem unpredictable or irrational to everyone else, which causes a lot of fear. Most people struggle to accept anything that deviates from the norm, especially when it’s something entirely foreign and overwhelming that they don't know how to handle.

briskgull27 said:I am curious to know what those of you who are mentally healthy think when you encounter a schizophrenic.

I haven't personally encountered anyone who is truly schizophrenic, though I have spent time with people dealing with various mental health struggles. To be honest, communicating with them has always felt quite draining. It often feels like they are living in an isolated reality where it is difficult to shift the focus from themselves to others, making any kind of genuine, two-way connection a real challenge. Because I am a sensitive person, I tend to absorb the energy of those around me. Immersing myself in those types of dynamics can be mentally exhausting. After spending time with such individuals, I usually walk away feeling relieved to simply be myself and realize how much more taxing it can be to exist in their way. Of course, they might not perceive themselves that way at all; they may find their own existence perfectly seamless. Regardless, I no longer hold that romanticized view of people with mental illnesses being misunderstood geniuses. When you asked earlier if I would be friends with a schizophrenic person, my honest answer is that I’m not sure. I worry about unpredictable outbursts or aggression, and I believe such a relationship would take a heavy toll on my own well-being. I am quite sensitive, so I make it a priority to protect myself from unnecessary stress whenever possible.

restlessmarlin6 said:You're simply (hyper)sensitive. 😉

I deal with that same "issue" myself. 😉

It isn't always easy, I agree.

It isn't, though there are certainly advantages to it. One just needs to learn how to manage the dosage, which can be quite tricky at times.

An acquaintance of mine once tried using acupuncture as a way to lose weight, but it didn't work out for her. More concerningly, a friend of my mother underwent acupuncture treatment for back pain and ended up contracting hepatitis from the needles, which she is now struggling to recover from. It certainly pays to be cautious when choosing an acupuncturist. If a condition can't be treated any other way, fine—but for weight loss (assuming there isn't an underlying hormonal issue), the golden rule remains constant: eat fewer calories and stay active. That is how you see results. 🙂