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marketxmax · 1 year ago
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A Restful Revolution: My Experience with Magnesium Breakthrough
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For years, I battled with restless nights and an inability to truly unwind. Sleep evaded me, leaving me perpetually tired and foggy-brained. I tried various sleep aids, from natural remedies to prescription medications, but nothing provided lasting relief. Then, I stumbled upon Magnesium Breakthrough, and it proved to be a sleep (and life) changer.
A Comprehensive Solution
What initially drew me to Magnesium Breakthrough was its unique formula. Unlike other magnesium supplements that offer just one or two forms, this product boasts a complete complex of seven different types. This includes magnesium glycinate, known for its gentle and easily absorbed nature, as well as magnesium citrate, which supports healthy digestion.
The inclusion of these various forms ensures that my body receives a well-rounded dose of magnesium, targeting different functions and maximizing its effectiveness. This multi-pronged approach is what I believe sets Magnesium Breakthrough apart from the competition.
Enhanced Sleep and Relaxation
Since incorporating Magnesium Breakthrough into my nightly routine, I've noticed a dramatic improvement in my sleep quality. Falling asleep is now a breeze, and I no longer wake up feeling groggy or unrested. Throughout the night, I experience a deeper, more restorative sleep, which leaves me feeling energized and revitalized in the morning.
Beyond sleep, Magnesium Breakthrough has also positively impacted my stress levels. I find myself feeling calmer and more resilient throughout the day. This newfound sense of peace has significantly improved my focus and productivity at work, as well as my overall well-being.
Gentle on the System
One concern I often have with new supplements is potential side effects, particularly digestive discomfort. Thankfully, Magnesium Breakthrough has been incredibly gentle on my system. The capsules are easy to swallow, and I haven't experienced any negative reactions whatsoever. This is likely due to the high-quality ingredients and the careful selection of magnesium forms known for their gentle absorption.
Investing in Your Well-being
While Magnesium Breakthrough isn't the cheapest magnesium supplement on the market, I firmly believe it's an investment worth making. The improved sleep quality, reduced stress, and overall sense of well-being far outweigh the cost. For anyone struggling with similar issues, I highly recommend giving Magnesium Breakthrough a try.
A Final Note
It's important to remember that everyone's body reacts differently to supplements. While Magnesium Breakthrough has been a game-changer for me, it's always advisable to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any new regimen, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions.
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the-jackalope-coffee-co · 1 year ago
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i love vitamin deficiencies, you learn the most random shit happens, like I didn't get enough sunlight this week so I've been clenching my teeth more bc that makes fucking sense
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beyondthetemples-ooc · 2 months ago
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... A h .
I did the math today, and figured out something that could explain two of my health struggles lately.
Discovery: Between the magnesium gummies, the relaxation gummies, and the melatonin gummies, I'm eating 18 grams of sugar before bed EVERY SINGLE NIGHT.
This is a problem for two reasons.
1.) Sugar right before bed makes it hard for me to fall asleep and/or sleep through the night. (Part of my current sleep deprivation is that I can't fall asleep lately, and another part is that I keep waking up in the middle of the night / too-early in the morning.)
2.) I get reactive hypoglycemia, which probably explains why I've been having awful sugar crashes during the work day, craving sugar/carbs in the morning even before my stomach meds kick in (and thus before I can digest things, which has Terrible Consequences if I eat before the meds kick in), and MIGHT also explain my appetite fluctuations lately. (Also: something-something, insulin resistance, possibly? This would be Bad because diabetes runs in both sides of my family. I do NOT want insulin resistance.)
I usually get sugar crashes after eating ~15g of added sugar. And I can't have any protein or fiber with the gummies to prevent the crash because I can't eat right before bed. (Or, again, Terrible Consequences.)
Potential questionably-researched thing with mostly anecdotal evidence: Sugar is also thought to be inflammatory. My increased back pain, tendonitis soreness, and gastritis-feeling issues lately might be from the daily massive sugar intake, too.
So, pro tip. If you're like me and you need OTC supplements but don't want to support Amazon:
There's a supplement website called Puritan's Pride that usually has the vast majority of its stock on a BOGO sale! They do herbals, digestive support, vitamins and minerals, targeted supplement compounds, it's actually a pretty complete catalog and they offer free shipping (at a threshold), subscriptions (for 20% off!), and everything I've ever gotten from them has worked really well. They also have many things for "buy 2, get 3 free", which is an INSANELY good deal.
I don't know if they do international shipping, but everything I've ever needed was on there, and then some.
I don't have an affiliate link, so this isn't a shill. I'm genuinely just giving advice here. They've never done me wrong.
So I just went on there and ordered a bunch of sleep supplements to try because I can't fall asleep early enough on a work night without them. /:P (Don't get DSPS, kids! It Sucks!)
Will probably be blogging the results because I need to keep track of what works and what doesn't.
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rodlanort · 7 months ago
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Resurge Review 2022 Review - A Secret To Keep Your Body Fit
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You may not know: When you lack sleep, burning fat and metabolism inside your body will be slower than usual, leading to weight gain compared to people who get enough sleep. Finding an ideal sleep aid is a top task for those with insomnia.
Regarding this, Resurge supplement provides many health benefits, deep sleep, and weight loss support through the perfect ingredient formula. If you are considering this product, scroll down to our detailed Resurge review below and see if the product meets all your requirements!
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reasonsforhope · 11 months ago
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ETA: Article here (can't believe I forgot this rip)
A new study finds you can reduce the amount of microplastics you drink simply by boiling your water.
Scientists are just beginning to understand the health risks associated with microplastic exposure.
Nano- and microplastics are bits of plastic as tiny as one-thousandth of a millimeter in diameter.
Boiling and filtering your tap water may dramatically lower the amount of microplastics you drink, according to new research.
Recent studies have found that nano- and microplastics (NMPs), which are bits of plastic as tiny as one-thousandth of a millimeter in diameter, have been found in a host of products and even in tap water.
A new study, published February 28 in Environmental Science & Technology Letters, found that boiling mineral-rich water for just five minutes can reduce the amount of NMP you’re exposed to by up to 90%.
Scientists are just beginning to understand the health risks associated with microplastic exposureTrusted Source, but growing evidenceTrusted Source suggests the plastics can accumulate in the body and trigger oxidative stress, inflammation, insulin resistance, and liver issues.
Certain advanced water filtration systems can capture and help remove some NMPs from tap water. But researchers wanted to figure out other options to remove microplastics, especially since in poorer countries cheaper, more accessible solutions for clean water are needed.
Boiling water may be a safe, simple solution that can effectively decontaminate household tap water, the new findings suggest.
“Boiling water before drinking is a great example of an ancient cultural practice that can help reduce an environmental exposure,” Dr. Luz Claudio, PhD, a professor of environmental medicine and public health at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, told Healthline.
Claudio was not involved in the study.
How boiling water can help remove microplastics
The researchers found simply boiling water is the first step to removing NMPs from tap water.
The researchers collected multiple samples of tap water from Guangzhou, China and contaminated the samples with varying levels of NMPs.
Each sample was boiled for five minutes then left to cool for 10 minutes.
Boiling hard water that’s rich with minerals — such as calcium or magnesium — creates a chalk-like residue known as limescale, or calcium carbonate (CaCO3), which can trap the plastics.
That solid, chalky residue then had to be separated and removed from the water with a standard coffee filter or stainless steel filter, thereby removing NMPs.
The team found that the impact was greatest in harder water: In samples that had 300 milligrams of CaCO3, for example, nearly 90% of NMPs were removed.
In softer water samples with less than 60 mg of CaCO3, roughly 25% of NMPs were removed.
“What’s important to note here is that the effectiveness of trapping these micro/nano plastics in these mineral solids is tied to how hard the water is – the harder the water, the more solids are formed, the more microplastics are trapped,” Dr. Anja Brandon, PhD, the associate director of U.S. plastics policy at Ocean Conservancy and an environmental engineer, told Healthline.
Brandon was not involved in the study...
How to limit your exposure to microplastics 
Anyone who wishes to boil their water should do so in a glass or stainless steel pot.
After boiling the water for about five minutes, let it cool, and do not stir it, Claudio says.
The microplastics need to bind to the calcium and fall to the bottom of the pot so they can filtered or scooped out."
-via Healthline, February 28, 2024
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wanderlustrachelblog · 2 years ago
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What Are Magnesium Flakes and How To Use Them
Until recently, I had no clue what magnesium flakes were. I was actually searching for natural ways to remove chemicals from my tap bath water when I came across this article by Wellness Mama. Although magnesium flakes don’t remove chemicals from tap water, I found they actually add nutrients. Immediately, I wanted to test them out. So what are magnesium flakes and how to use them? Let’s find…
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liviawildrose · 1 month ago
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𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦 𝟏𝟎𝟏
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the cold truth: your brain is the boss of your reality
your brain is not just a squishy organ in your skull. it’s a pattern-detecting, future-projecting, meaning-assigning machine. and your nervous system? it’s the messenger. the mood conductor. the switchboard for every single emotional, physical, spiritual vibe you feel.
if your nervous system is dysregulated (and let’s be honest most of us walking around with trauma, burnout, bad parenting, too much social media, and zero rest it is), then your brain is operating in survival mode. not goddess mode.
you feel like shit because your nervous system is hijacked
this is not your personality. this is your programming.
are you always anxious, snappy, emotionally numb, overly sensitive, tired but wired, can’t focus, can’t sleep, stuck in loops of overthinking? or maybe you feel shut down, depressed, numb, foggy, dissociated, hopeless?
you might be in dorsal vagal shutdown. it’s the freeze state. it’s what your body does when the danger feels too big to fight or run from.
and if you’re just constantly overstimulating your brain with useless content, noise, stress, porn, gossip, sugar, or doomscrolling congrats. you’re in a state of what i like to call:
✨ neural masturbation ✨
aka: mental overstimulation with zero productive output. feels good short-term, wrecks your life long-term.
but wait, you can rewire all this.
1. nervous system regulation
this is the foundation. nothing in your life changes until your nervous system feels safe. period.
→ vagus nerve activation (the holy grail):
• cold showers / face in ice water
• deep belly breathing (inhale 4, exhale 8)
• humming / chanting / singing
• slow rhythmic movement (like walking, swimming, yoga)
• touch / pressure (weighted blanket, self hugs)
• grounding in nature (barefoot on grass, laying on the earth)
→ cut stimulation
• limit social media + screen time
• no phones in bed
• 1 hour in silence every day (no input = integration)
→ rest like it’s your job
• nap
• stare at the ceiling
• do nothing without guilt
• let your brain process and chill
now relax cause first i’m gonna tell y’all about
YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM
the nervous system is your body’s electric language.
it’s what lets you feel, move, react, survive, and thrive.
if your brain is the CPU, then your nervous system is the WiFi. and let me tell you:
bad WiFi = glitchy reality
strong, stable WiFi = smooth, sexy manifestation pipeline
so when you’re stuck in fear, shame, doubt, overthinking, self-hate spirals —
it’s often your nervous system crying:
“yo… i’m overloaded. i need safety. i need co-regulation. i need a hug and some fkn magnesium.”
THE THREE NERVOUS SYSTEM MODES
1. SYMPATHETIC STATE – “FIGHT or FLIGHT”
• activated by threat, stress, trauma, survival
• you feel: anxious, restless, angry, hyper, can’t sit still, can’t stop thinking
• body: tense muscles, shallow breath, maybe stomach issues
• mind: “i have to do more or else i’ll fail”
and the way my biology teacher told us “when you have your cumulative test in a hour and you haven’t prepared for it”
this is your hustler mode but in survival. it’s useful in short bursts, but living here full-time burns you out.
2. DORSAL VAGAL – “FREEZE or FAWN”
• when you’re overwhelmed AF, so your system shuts down
• you feel: numb, hopeless, dissociated, heavy, tired all the time, unmotivated
• mind: “what’s the point… nothing matters. i’ll never succeed.”
• body: depression, chronic fatigue, no appetite or bingeing, low energy
most depressed people stay in this state, notice how nothing exite them anymore? yeah that’s the reason
this is the shutdown zone. not your fault. your system is protecting you from past danger.
3. VENTRAL VAGAL – “SAFE & SOCIAL”
• the state of calm, creativity, confidence, clarity
• you feel: grounded, happy, motivated, connected, flowy
• body: relaxed shoulders, steady breath, sparkle in the eyes
• mind: “i got this. life is working for me. i’m safe to be seen and succeed.”
THIS is where you create magic. THIS is where you’re magnetic. THIS is where you manifest with ease.
✨ HOW TO REGULATE YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM AND BECOME GODMODE ✨
literally regulate your nervous system and you’ll watch your life snap into place. here’s the top practices to get you into your divine ventral state daily:
breath work
slow, deep breathing tells your brain: “you’re safe now”
• box breathing (4–4–4–4) = calms anxiety
• 4-7-8 breathing = activates parasympathetic calm response
• deep belly breaths = nervous system reset. not chest. not shallow. go deep.
cold showers and face dips
“wtf” i know — but science supports this
cold activates your vagus nerve = instant mental reset
you’re literally shocking your body out of panic
BILATERAL STIMULATION (aka EMDR-style techniques)
• tapping left/right sides of your body
• eye movement back and forth
• walking with intention
this helps you process trauma, rewire beliefs, and regulate emotions
it brings both brain hemispheres into sync = POWER MODE
LISTEN TO BINAURAL BEATS + SUBLIMINALS
• 528Hz = love, healing
• 963Hz = crown chakra, divine connection
• 432Hz = natural harmony
• subliminals + these = subconscious and nervous system healing
layer it up like your sonic skincare.
CO-REGULATION / TOUCH / SAFETY
you are not meant to heal alone.
being near people who feel calm + safe will literally regulate your system through mirror neurons.
hugs, holding hands, even voice notes from your bff = nervous system gold.
even petting a dog. even hugging a pillow with lavender oil.
your nervous system doesn’t care if it’s “real” or not. it just wants love.
btw, i’m always here to listen to ya so 💗
now we talk about brain
YOUR BRAIN IS A GODDAMN UNIVERSE. TREAT IT LIKE ONE.
so let’s get this straight:
you wanna be that global idol, soloist, actress, ceo, dancer, doctor, engineer, model, teacher, lawyer, the prettiest face of luxury brands, walk with your head high while everyone’s eyes are glued to you like you’re gravity itself?
then honey? you better be training your brain like it’s a fucking star, like the most important asset of your life.
let’s talk about RAS (reticular activating system) — the gateway to your dream reality
the RAS is a filter in your brainstem that decides what you notice in the world.
you ever learn a new word and suddenly hear it everywhere? or think about someone and they text you?
that’s RAS in action. it’s the brain’s “selective attention” system.
and here’s the wild part:
✨ it’s programmable. ✨
so if you wake up and feed it images of wealth, beauty, love, success, peace, power
the RAS will start scanning the environment for ways to make that real.
you’ll start seeing opportunities.
you’ll meet the right people.
you’ll “magically” land where you need to be.
it’s not coincidence. it’s science.
✧ start here: train your RAS everyday
1. create a vision board (digital, physical, mental doesn’t matter)
2. make a mind movie (a video of your dream life set to music that activates you)
3. record your affirmations in your own voice and listen to them while you get ready
4. journal like you’re already living your dream —“today i woke up in paris with flowers on my balcony…” (you can totally use chatgpt for this)
your subconscious doesn’t know the difference between real + imagined.
so imagine obsessively.
protect your cognitive real estate:
aka: no, you don’t need to be in every group chat. no, you don’t need to scroll till 3am.
attention is your most expensive currency.
every time you give it to something stupid, you’re telling your RAS: “this is what matters.”
→ unfollow people who drain you
→ clear your digital clutter
→ 1 hour a day = no screen, no noise, just you
→ read real books. journal like it’s a prayer. stare into space and let your brain breathe
your nervous system is a little animal you have to soothe it like one.
stop trying to “outthink” your trauma.
you have to out-feel it. (that’s what therapist are for)
you don’t need a new life.
you need a nervous system that can hold the life you already want.
nervous system magic:
• vagus nerve stim: humming, chanting, cold exposure, slow touch
• qigong, yoga, cat-cow movements
• barefoot on the earth
• safe connection: hug someone. or yourself. or a pillow. oxytocin heals.
• rest like a ritual: sleep in blackout, no screens 2 hours before bed, soft music, magnesium
build a focus temple in your life
focus is the biggest asset in today’s world
you can’t be god-level if you’re scattered.
ritualize your focus like monks light incense:
• pick one sacred hour of the day for deep work
• same playlist, same drink, same setup every time = anchors your brain
• eliminate all distractions. wear headphones. close tabs. put phone in another room.
• set timer. 25 mins on, 5 mins off. brain LOVES structure.
discipline is not punishment.
discipline is devotion to the future you.
final rituals: become a high-frequency brain baddie
• daily dopamine reset: no phone for first 30 mins. no junk food. movement > screen.
• write “evidence logs”: every time something good happens, write it down. builds trust.
• label your thoughts: not “i suck” → “this is a scarcity thought pattern. i choose abundance.”
• use scents to program memory — perfume, incense, oils = mood anchors
• mirror work: say it until your cells believe it
• microdoses of beauty: fresh flowers. sunlight. favorite song. brain food for the soul.
• romanticize boring shit: do dishes in your favourite pjs with some music. make your smoothie like it’s a spell. trick your brain into seeing the sacred in the mundane.
YOUR BODY IS YOUR TEMPLE, BUT YOUR BRAIN? IT’S THE ALTAR.
you wanna be a superstar? then you gotta treat your brain like a sacred device, a divine motherboard, a throne room where gods hold council.
no more trash inputs, okay?
• Omega-3s (salmon, walnuts, chia seeds): makes your brain juicy & sharp like a sword.
• Dark chocolate (real, not sugary junk): boosts serotonin and cognition.
• Avocados: healthy fats = smooth thinking.
• Blueberries: literal brain magic. anti-aging. memory-boosting. psychic fairy food.
• Green tea: focus, calm, clarity.
• Turmeric (with black pepper): anti-inflammatory. sharpens your third eye, no joke.
avoid: processed junk, white sugar, excess caffeine, soda these kill your neurons and steal your shine.
CRYSTALS FOR BRAINS THAT RULE REALITIES:
wanna think like a god? wear your altar. hold your ritual. program your crystals.
Fluorite
known as the “Genius Stone” clarity, order, concentration
Amethyst
balances moods, enhances spiritual downloads, calms anxiety
Clear Quartz
master healer amplifies any thought or intention
Labradorite
unlocks intuition, helps access creativity and divine inspiration
Lapis Lazuli
throat + third eye activation — confidence, insight, articulation
(there are more so please do your own research too)
SUBLIMINALS ARE PSYCHIC STEROIDS. USE THEM WISELY.
you wanna rewire your reality? go subliminal.
subliminals = messages that bypass your conscious filter and go straight into your subconscious (the part of your mind that rules 95% of your life).
use subliminals to:
• upgrade your looks (yes, facial structure and skin can shift)
• enhance intelligence, memory, learning speed
• remove limiting beliefs
• manifest luxury, fame, love, power, anything
• regulate emotions + trauma
listen while you sleep. stack affirmations. make your own. reprogram your thoughts like you’re rewriting code. (i personally don’t cause my head hurts but everyone on the internet seems to function fine after listening overnight so you do you, see what works for you)
“OUR EMOTIONS SHAPE OUR DESTINY.” – DR. LISA FELDMAN BARRETT
yes. that’s the queen.
Lisa Feldman Barrett – one of the most iconic modern psychologists.
she said: “Emotions are not just feelings. They are predictions your brain makes about the world.”
baby. this means your emotions aren’t just cute little inner weather reports
they’re codes. previews. they shape how you perceive the world and what you attract.
CONTROL EMOTIONS = CONTROL DESTINY
if you can master your emotional reactions, you can literally start sculpting your fate.
you’ll go from:
“omg why is this happening to me 🥺”
to:
“ah. this is a trigger. this is old wiring. time to reprogram it. thanks, universe.”
USE YOUR EMOTIONS AS FUEL:
• anger → power.
• sadness → transformation.
• jealousy → awareness of what you want.
• boredom → signal to evolve.
your emotions are tools. not curses. not weaknesses. tools.
REALITY IS THOUGHTS TURNED SOLID.
“Everything you see around you was once a thought. Literally.”
somebody thought about inventing the mug you’re sipping from.
somebody thought about the phone you’re scrolling this on.
somebody dreamed of stages and world tours and beauty empires and then built them from neurons.
so now let me ask you this, baby girl:
what are you thinking today?
what are you planting in the garden of your mind?
WHEN YOU FEEL STUCK, ASK:
• why am i resisting this task? (fear of failure? fear of success?)
• what would my highest self do right now?
• what does future me already know that i’m forgetting?
your brain is plastic. not like barbie plastic (although slay), i mean neuroplasticity —
it can change at any age. any moment. every time you choose a new thought, you’re choosing a new future.
what is neuroplasticity, actually?
in plain words?
neuroplasticity is your brain’s ability to change its structure, reorganize itself, rewire its own circuits, and literally form new connections depending on how you think, act, feel, and even imagine.
it’s the reason:
• you can learn to walk again after a stroke
• trauma can change your brain, but healing can rebuild it
• habits form. habits break. habits get replaced.
• you can literally manifest your desired personality, success, skills, vibe, life
the wiring in your brain is not fixed. you are not stuck. your thoughts? your behaviors? they’re rewiring you all day, every day.
you’re literally programming your brain just by being you.
spiritual + psychological fact:
whatever you consistently focus on
whatever emotion you regularly feel
whatever pattern you repeatedly fall into
that becomes your default neurocircuit.
but that also means:
if you build new ones intentionally you become a new you.
how to activate your neuroplasticity
1. Repetition + Intention = neural pathways
keep repeating what you want to believe/do/feel. over and over.
make it juicy. emotional. real. the brain learns through intensity and repetition.
“i am becoming a global icon. my voice moves millions. my presence reshapes reality.”
repeat that till your brain thinks it’s already true and soon, it will be.
2. Visualisation = neural rehearsal
your brain cannot tell the difference between what you vividly imagine and what’s actually happening.
this is why athletes, CEOs, artists they all visualize before they perform.
wanna become a pop icon?
close your eyes. picture the stage. feel the lights. the screams.
your brain begins to rewire as if you’re already that person.
this is called “functional neuroplasticity” — building new functions through mental rehearsal
3. Regulate your nervous system
your brain won’t rewire itself properly if you’re in fight or flight 24/7.
you have to feel safe enough to rewire.
do:
• breathwork (box breathing, alternate nostril)
• vagus nerve stimulation (gargling, cold plunges, humming)
• long nature walks
• grounding (barefoot on earth)
• magnesium-rich food + adaptogens
• meditate. but make it vibey.
4. Use tech to reprogram: SUBLIMINALS + AFFIRMATIONS
subliminals literally bypass your conscious brain and go straight to the subconscious.
pair them with:
• headphones (esp. binaural beats = brainwave entrainment)
• night time listening (again see what works for you and listen accordingly)
• theta wave frequencies (your subconscious is most open here)
your subconscious mind = the operating system.
subliminals = code updates. neuroplasticity = the install button.
APP RECCOMENDATION :- manifest
5. Journaling + affirmations = mirror neurons in action
when you write new beliefs (in present tense), your brain starts mirroring them.
especially if you do it in your own handwriting.
your brain’s like: “oh wait… we’re serious?? okay bet. rewiring now.”
6. Act like the version of you who has what you want
neuroplasticity loves behavior.
you don’t just think your way into new wiring, you act it.
so dress like her. walk like her. post like her. speak like her.
watch how the brain reconfigures itself into that version.
“act as if” is not delusion. it’s neuroscience.
also follow @emonthebrain on instagram she is a neuroscientist she makes reels on brain, neuroscience and how you can practically change your life by using neuroscience
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0calenergydrinks · 5 days ago
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foods that are great for electrolytes!!
calcium:
calcium is crucial for keeping your bones strong and healthy!! many dairy products (milk, yogurt, cheese, etc) are a great source of calcium, along with leafy greens (kale, broccoli, etc). some fish with edible bones such as salmon are also a great source (for obvious reasons lol). fruits such as oranges and apples are also LOADED with calcium!
potassium:
potassium is very important for keeping your muscles strong and your heart healthy. when i think of potassium i immediately thing of bananas which are a great source. other foods like guava, kiwi, grapefruit, and cantaloupe are also good sources of potassium.
sodium:
sodium in high consumption rates can cause high blood pressure, but not having enough can just as easily deplete your health causing side effects like muscle fatigue, nausea, and headaches. salt is one of the best sources of sodium, even just a pinch or two into your meal or snack can help maintain your sodium levels. celery also naturally contains sodium and is a "healthier" option.
magnesium:
magnesium is another crucial electrolyte that helps maintain your immune system along with the function of your muscles and nerves. many nuts like almonds and cashews have a high content of magnesium. if you want something you can mix in easier with your meals, seeds like flaxseed and sesame seeds are also high in magnesium.
overview:
electrolytes play an important part in fasting and even just restrictive eating since they are important for your body to function properly. any small imbalance can cause a wide range of of side effects anywhere from headaches to even seizures can occur depending how low your electrolyte levels are. overall, you can still maintain whatever your calorie budget is while still giving your body what it needs, as long as you portion properly!!
safe restricting my angels <3
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sunflowersandsapphires · 4 months ago
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could i request frank helping reader with side effects of new meds? specifically drowsiness and nausea🩷ily saph!!
I love you too!! And I will happily write this because it is ~relatable~
And he'd be so comforting if this happened!
First, you better BELIEVE Frank is reading that packet they give you with the medication with all the warnings and side effects. Anytime you pick up a familiar prescription he's reading that booklet front to back in case they've made any changes.
If it's a new prescription? He's parking both of your asses in front of the pharmacy desk/window for 30 minutes, grilling the techs about anything and everything.
So when you inevitably experience side effects, he's overly prepared. He knows if you can take OTC meds and which ones are safe, and he's got approximately 4 other ideas if you can't take those or if they don't solve the problem.
to prevent nausea, he's forcing you to eat a meal with at LEAST 15g of protein before handing you your medication. Taking the meds on an empty stomach is bound to exacerbate the issue. He's got your fridge stocked with carbonated beverages and he's got a pack of gum AND a bag of ginger candies on standby.
for drowsiness, I think he's making sure you sleep enough at night, adding magnesium and B12 to the pile of supplements you both take, and only allowing 1 short nap a day (30 minutes or less)
He would be super patient with your predictable grumpiness over his demands. Fondly rolling his eyes at your scowl, tugging you against him. "Yeah, yeah, I'm the worst. Eat your sandwich."
When all else fails, he's there to offer comfort in any way he can. He's encouraging you to sit on the couch while he cleans and cooks, rubbing your back when you're especially nauseous and taking you for a walk or a drive when you're especially drowsy.
He would handle it very well is all I'm saying.
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reiding-writing · 6 months ago
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Hi ! I’ve been a fan of your writing forever, and I’m so glad you opened up requests !! I’ve been in bed with a migraine all day, and would love some fluff with Spence taking care of reader when she’s down like I am 😭😭 Whether reader is sick or migraine-y, I don’t mind ! I love the idea of Spencer enjoying being able to take care of his loved ones, it doesn’t even have to be an established relationship fic 💕💕 Thank you so much lovely !!
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BESIDE MANNER — SPENCER REID!
who better to help you through a migraine than the man who literally knows everything?
spencer reid x gn!reader | 1.3k | h/c | masterlist.
a/n — anon, i feel you, i have had the worst migraine behind my left eye literally all day and i wish i could just stick my hand in my skull and massage it away
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You’re not sure when the ache started. It’s a creeping, insidious thing, burrowing behind your eyes and clawing its way through your skull. It comes on slow at first—a dull throb that you convince yourself you can ignore.
You’ve worked through worse, but by the time noon rolls around, your head is pounding so fiercely that even blinking feels like a betrayal.
Every movement, every faint whisper of sound, sends a fresh wave of pain coursing through your skull. You pull the blanket tighter around yourself, instinctively seeking darkness and silence.
The migraine has stolen your day before you’ve even begun it.
At some point—though you can’t be sure when, time feels elastic—you become aware of a knock on your door. Soft, tentative, like whoever’s on the other side knows the noise might make things worse.
You think about ignoring it, but then you hear a voice. His voice.
“Hey, it’s Spencer. Are you okay? You weren’t answering your phone,”
Even in your haze, you can tell there’s concern laced in his tone. Spencer’s always been a bit of a worrier. You know he means well, but you’re not sure if you have the energy to deal with anyone right now.
Still, you force yourself to croak out something resembling permission. The door opens, and the faint light from the hallway spills into your sanctuary, making you wince. You hear the door close again almost immediately, followed by the sound of his cautious footsteps approaching.
“Sorry,” he says quickly, his voice barely above a whisper. “I didn’t mean to bother you. I just… I was worried,”
You peek out from under the blanket, squinting against the minimal light. Spencer is standing there, a bag slung over one shoulder and a furrow of worry etched into his face. His hair is slightly mussed, and you can tell he’s been fussing with it—an unconscious habit he has when he’s nervous.
“I brought some things,” he continues, holding up the bag like an offering. “For the migraine, I mean. I, um… I wasn’t sure exactly what would help, so I got a few options,”
You don’t have the strength to respond, but you manage a faint nod. Spencer takes it as an invitation to set the bag down and start unpacking.
“There’s… let’s see… some herbal tea,” he says, pulling out a box and setting it on your bedside table. “It’s supposed to be good for headaches. And, um, this cold pack—it’s one of those reusable ones you can wrap around your head. Oh, and these blackout curtains, in case the light is making it worse—”
He’s talking so fast you can barely keep up, but there’s something endearing about the way he’s trying to cover every base.
“And,” he adds, pulling out a bottle, “magnesium supplements. They prevent the narrowing of brain blood vessels, blocking chemicals that cause the pain associated with migraines, and prevent cortical spreading depression. I checked the dosage to make sure it’s safe, but you should still—”
“Spence,” you murmur, cutting him off. Your voice is hoarse, barely audible, but it’s enough to make him stop mid-sentence.
“Yeah?”
“Thank you.”
The corners of his mouth twitch upward in a small, relieved smile. “Of course,”
He moves to sit on the edge of the bed, careful not to jostle you. For a moment, he just sits there, as if he’s not sure what to do next. Then he hesitates, his hand hovering near your forehead.
“Is it okay if I…?”
You nod, and his hand comes to rest gently on your forehead, his touch cool and soothing. He frowns slightly. “You’re a little warm. Have you been drinking enough water?”
You shake your head weakly. The thought of getting up, of doing anything, had felt impossible.
Spencer seems to sense this. “Okay,” he says, more to himself than to you. “I’ll get you some water,”
He’s up and out of the room before you can protest, returning a moment later with a glass. He helps you sit up just enough to take a few sips, his hand steady on your back and a duo of pills in his palm, offered out to you. The water is cool and refreshing, and you feel a tiny spark of gratitude for his persistence.
“Better?” he asks, his voice soft.
You nod again, settling back into the pillows. Spencer pulls the blanket up around your shoulders, tucking you in like you’re something fragile and precious.
For a while, he just sits with you. The room is quiet except for the occasional rustle as he adjusts his position. You can feel his eyes on you, watching, waiting for any sign that you need something.
“I was reading about migraines a few weeks ago,” he says after a while, breaking the silence. “Did you know they’ve been documented as far back as ancient Mesopotamia? They used to think they were caused by evil spirits,”
You let out a weak chuckle, which quickly turns into a grimace as the motion makes your head throb.
“Sorry,” he says quickly. “I didn’t mean to make you laugh,”
“It’s okay,” you whisper.
He falls silent again, but his presence is steady, grounding. At some point, you must drift off, because the next thing you know, the room is even darker, and there’s a cool cloth resting on your forehead.
Spencer is still there, his long legs folded awkwardly beneath him as he sits on the floor beside your bed. He’s reading something—a book, probably, though you can’t make out the title. When he notices you stirring, he sets it aside and leans closer.
“Hey,” he says softly. “How are you feeling?”
“Better,” you mumble, though the truth is you’re not sure. The pain is still there, but it feels muted somehow, like his presence has taken the edge off.
“Good,” he says, and you can hear the relief in his voice.
He helps you drink more water, then offers you the herbal tea he’d mentioned earlier. It’s warm and comforting, the steam curling up in delicate tendrils.
“You don’t have to stay,” you tell him after a while, though part of you doesn’t want him to leave.
“I want to,” he replies simply.
And so he does.
Hours pass in a blur of sleep and wakefulness. Each time you open your eyes, Spencer is there, adjusting the cold pack, refilling your water, or just sitting quietly with his book. He doesn’t seem to mind the monotony, doesn’t seem to need anything from you except the chance to be there.
It’s a kind of care you’re not used to—a quiet, steadfast devotion that asks for nothing in return. And in your vulnerable state, it feels like the greatest gift anyone could give.
By the time the migraine starts to lift, the edges of the pain receding like a tide going out, you feel something else blossoming in its place. Gratitude, yes, but also something deeper, something you’re not quite ready to name.
“Spence,” you say softly, as the first rays of morning light begin to filter through the window.
“Yeah?”
“Thank you.”
He smiles, and for the first time, you notice how tired he looks. “Anytime,” he says, and you believe him.
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garciaasfluffypen · 10 months ago
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the suit stays on (we're feral for you)
pairing: jemily x reader word count: 2.5k warnings: SEXUAL CONTENT. MINORS DNI. (we’re operating under the assumption that y’all have fucked or at least seen each other in various states of undress prior to being in an established polycule), toy usage, fingering (reader recieving), female terms of endearment -- "our girl", mentions of mental abuse/belittling in previous relationships request from this ask a/n: i have no clue if this stayed on prompt or not but its here and its all i could think about while i was at work today
gods, you looked good in a suit. 
you adjusted the jacket that tara had helped you pick out for the upteenth time, smoothing invisible wrinkles off the dark maroon fabric as you made your way to the door of the bedroom. well, technically it had become your shared office, but you knew your favorite women barely looked into the closet in this room unless there was a gala they had to go to. it was the perfect hiding spot. you ran into their bedroom real fast, hearing emily humming to herself in the bathroom as you went over to the bag you had brought over to grab your black pumps. you rarely wore them, but you figured since rossi was paying for emily to treat you and jj to an anniversary celebration it was only fair that you pulled them out. 
while it wasn’t jj and emily’s anniversary (considering they had been together for years and married before you came along) it had been five months to the day that they had asked you to officially join them, to be more than just a friend and a confidant. to be their girlfriend. sure, it had scared you, but now it was second nature. you had fit into their relationship like a hand sliding into a glove. it was so easy for you to find your place with them. they made sure you felt comfortable from the beginning- separating work from pleasure, each taking you out on separate date nights at least once every other week and a trio date twice a week. making sure to remind you every day that you were loved and appreciated. to let you know it was okay to not mask your stims or feelings- they were always making sure you felt safe. none of your previous exes did that, always belittling you when you would stim in public or forget to take your medication. but with emily and jj? it was easy. 
loving them was easy.
your feet slid into the pumps with ease, welcoming the extra few inches they added to your height. with a smile, you went over to the front door to scan the checklist jj had put up for you, reading it over. keys, check. wallet, check. badge, not necessarily needed but you had it in your wallet just in case. meds, which were only a morning thing, not including your magnesium that you took at six pm each day. you didn’t need to take them unless you forgot them, but jj and emily had been good at making sure you had taken them whenever you were over. the adhd brain fog you got when you don’t take your meds was rough, you’d hate for it to show up in front of them. 
“baby are you--” jj stopped in her tracks as she looked you up and down, her jaw dropping slightly. 
“do i look okay? i don’t, i knew the suit was a bad idea, i’ll go--”
jj grabbed your hand, turning you to face her. “absolutely not. you look….” 
“beautiful.” emily joined you two by the front door, slipping an arm around your waist and placing a kiss on your cheek. “the word she’s looking for is beautiful.” 
emily had put on a pair of slacks and a fancy blouse, one that she had most likely gotten from her mother at some point. you didn’t know much about ambassador prentiss, but you knew she almost always sent emily stuff that she barely wore. most of those clothing items hung in the guest room closet. jj wore a baby blue sleeveless top with black jeans, her hair falling down behind her in those beach waves that you loved and adored. you had no idea what they had planned for tonight, but all you knew was that they looked hot and you were in fact, very in love with your girlfriends. even if you couldn’t find the words to say it to them yet. 
“where’d you get the suit?” 
“uh, tara took me shopping the other day. when she heard about the date.” you swallowed nervously. “i hope thats okay.” 
jj stepped closer. “you should buy more suits. i can’t even put into words how hot you look right now.” 
you blushed. “are you sure i’m not overdressed?” you moved to take the jacket off. 
“absolutely not.” emily gave you a stern look. “the suit stays on.” 
“you’re not overdressed at all, lovey.” jj squeezed your hand. “you look amazing.”
“are you sure?”
“i promise.” she tucked a piece of hair behind your ear. “we got reservations at fiola, that italian place you wanted to try. you’re perfectly dressed.” 
the glint in emily’s eyes pointed to other undertones, but you kept your mouth shut. better to not start anything in case you were reading the situation wrong. you let them lead you to the car, making sure you were buckled in before heading out. jj leaned forward to rest her hand at the crook of your elbow, keeping light conversation with you so you didn’t get lost in your thoughts. the two women knew that you didn’t do the best with plans you didn’t know everything about, so they made sure to keep you in the loop as much as they could. granted, they didn’t even know the restaurant they were going to until this morning, but they told you what they were doing as they were doing it. it was a nice change, especially since in the past you would have to deal with your exes just scooping you up and taking you places without asking for your input. 
you enjoyed the meal, despite feeling out of place. rossi had made sure to get you a secluded corner booth, far away from everyone so you could make the most of your night together. after dinner, emily and jj took you for a walk through the georgetown waterfront park while you awed at the sights. they knew you would love it, since you always found beauty in small things like this. it was rare that you let your guard down like this, but they knew you trusted them enough to do so. even if these nights were far and few between, seeing you be your true self was something they adored deeply. to end the night, the three of you got ice cream at a little local shop before heading back to the apartment. 
minutes within getting inside, you kicked your heels off and went to take your jacket off, only to be stopped by a set of hands. emily walked in front of you, silently telling you to let her take care of it. jj had momentarily disappeared, and you searched for her as emily took your jacket off with care. it was folded neatly on the back of the couch before she ran her hands lightly over your arms again, stopping to hold your hands. you searched her eyes, attempting to figure out what your women had planned for you.
“how are you feeling, y/n?” her voice was low and husky. “are you up for more? if you’re not, you can tell us.”
“can we do whatever it is with jj?” 
“of course, lovey. she should be in the bedroom, do you care to join us?”  
you silently nodded, letting emily guide you to the bedroom. as she opened the door, you saw your favorite candles lit on either side table, with jj leaning up against the wall as she waited. her eyes practically lit up as she saw you and emily walk in, stepping over to you. 
“if you’d rather just curl up in bed, say the word and we can do that, okay?” jj gave you a smile. 
“okay. but what are we…”
your voice trailed off as you started to notice that jj had changed into a satin robe, one that she only took out for special occasions. you remembered buying it with her years ago, when penelope had invited you to girls night as a way to introduce you to emily before she had gotten with jj. before you had been asked to join the BAU, even. your hand ghosted over the satin fabric, subconsciously finding the string and fidgeting with it. your head fell to jj’s shoulder, slowly shuffling closer to her. 
“we couldn’t help but wish we could have you all night,” jj started. “you’re just so hot and all we could think about was you. we're feral for you." jj paused, looking at you. "is this okay?”
you nod. “more than okay.” 
“you’re in control, tonight is about you. you want us to stop, you tell us.” 
a noise fell from your lips. “mm”
“i need words, y/n.” 
“yes.” 
within seconds, jj’s hands started exploring your body, waiting for you to initiate a kiss. you leaned in, your hands wrapping around jj’s midsection and pulling her close to you as possible. emily came up behind you, her hands moving around your waist and starting to kiss your neck. your head fell back, giving both women full access to you. slowly but surely you feel yourself being taken to the bed, emily sitting down behind you and letting you lean against her knees. jj slowly started to undress you, taking her time and practically worshiping your body. emily placed kisses down your back, her hands exploring your upper body. they were taking care of you, taking their time and letting you know how much you truly meant to them. your hands found their way to the tie on jj’s robe again, un-tying it and pushing the fabric off her shoulders. with a swift movement, jj moved you so you were on the bed, emily shuffling to give jj room to adjust everything before continuing. you grabbed at emily, pulling her close and giving her a kiss while starting to unbutton her blouse, being sure to be careful. even if she didn’t care about it, it felt expensive and not worth ruining. 
emily helped you push her blouse off her shoulders before laying down next to you, the red of her victoria’s secret bra a stark contrast from her porcelain skin. you found your way to her breasts, kneading one with one hand while you pestered kisses all over the other one. emily’s hand made it's way into your hair, the other gripping the side of your arm lightly. moans fell from emily as you switched breasts, repeating the same process. as you did so, your free hand went down to your center, which was hot with need as your girlfriends took care of you. she slowly pushed you back onto the bed, pushing the hair out of your face and trailing her hand down to your jaw, turning your face to look at her. emily shifted so she could turn your head and envelop you in a kiss. as you kissed, her hand went to replace the one hovering over your center, easily slipping two fingers in with a smirk on your face as you moaned out. your head fell into the crook of emily’s neck, biting and nipping at the skin in an attempt to leave a semblance of a mark. 
“emmy… emmy please.” 
emily’s free hand grabbed your hip, holding you in place as you tried to move your hips. she was teasing the hell out of you, knowing you all too well. you mewed out as emily’s fingers slowed, the high you were chasing fading away. a pout flew over your features as you clawed at emily’s shoulders, silently pleading with her to continue. you finally regained movement of your hips as emily’s hand loosened, letting you find that high again at your own pace. noises fell from your lips as fireworks exploded all around you, the skin of emily’s shoulder becoming victim to yet another set of bite marks as you worked through your high. 
a blush crept up on your cheeks as you remembered jj had been there the whole time, now noticing the baby blue strap now situated over her hips. jj placed a hand on emily’s back and stood next to her, looking over to you to ensure you wanted to continue. you nodded, pulling jj closer so you could grab the strap. jj lightly moved your head to the strap, holding her hand at the back of your head while emily positioned herself behind you, her hands going to knead your breasts as you sucked jj off. 
“do you need more, y/n?” you nodded. “words.”
“yes. more.” 
 “so beautiful,” she placed a kiss on your cheek, then your neck. “our girl.” 
“what does our girl need?” emily looked at you.
“more, please.” 
you clawed at jj who pushed you down on the bed, hovering over your entrance as you nodded again as a signal for her to continue. slowly she pushed the strap into you, her hands going to hold you in place as she bottomed out. a moan of pleasure left your lips as she sat there for a second, waiting for you to adjust before she started pumping in and out. your hand reached for emily and went straight to her center, finding her clit and starting to rub. 
“look at you, taking me so well. laying there and taking me like a good girl should.” jj pressed into your hips. “getting emmy off while i fuck you so good, huh?” 
your free hand gripped at the sheets. “oh, oh fu--”
“yeah? jayje is so good to you, huh?” you nodded. “tell me, use your words.”
“so good, jay, so-- fuck-!” 
emily came to a climax first, with you following closely behind. jj smirked as the two of you rode your climaxes out together, both of you moaning out in tandem. as your high faded away, leaving you breathless on the bed, jj’s hips starting to stutter as her own climax hit her. emily slowly pushed your hand away from her and watched you through hooded eyes as you whined at the sudden emptiness you felt below. jj fell on the bed next to you, pulling you as close to you as she could before emily joined the two of you. 
“was that okay, y/n?” 
you covered your eyes and let out a breathy laugh. “how are you so good at that?” 
“at what?” jj smirked. 
“oh shut up,” you playfully nudged her shoulder. “you know what i’m talking about.” 
“what can i say, the best of me comes out when i’m with you. the both of you.” 
you couldn’t help but blush. “really?”
“really. we wouldn’t have asked you to be ours if we didn’t both adore the hell out of you.” 
emily wrapped her arm around your midsection. “you mean the world to us, y/n. truly. we’d do anything for you.” 
it felt as if your heart grew three sizes in that moment. you snuggled further into emily and pulled jj close, inhaling the subtle scent of sea salt from her shampoo. you closed your eyes and let the two women draw patterns over your skin, relishing in the moment before ultimately one of them got up to get a washcloth. your eyes started to slowly shut, the warmth of your girlfriends bodies engulfing you in a hug. 
you could get used to this. 
and maybe… maybe you were almost ready to say those three words.  almost.
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thefirsthogokage · 2 years ago
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Very helpful thread made for those walking the picket lines by an EMT in Florida:
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[Image ID: a tweet thread made by @TheMaryGirls on July 18th, 2023 that reads in its entirety (though combined where appropriate and tweet numbers removed for condensing):
This is for the strikers everywhere since I'm nowhere near a picket line. This is the least I can do:
I am an EMT in Florida, one of the hottest states in the country on a regular basis. These are things you can do to protect yourself from the heat
1. Water
Water is great, your body needs it to live. You can go longer without food than you can without water. It's vital. If you become too dehydrated you can lapse into something called Hypovolemic shock which is the most dangerous form of shock because, usually, by the time you realize something is wrong, you're already in a bad position.
When you sweat, you're not just losing water. You're also losing salt, potassium, chloride, magnesium, & calcium. To combat this, you should drink something with electrolytes.
You can also eat a banana in order to avoid cramping that can occur with the loss of potassium. You don't want to be the one doing the Charley Horse Hustle on the line when people have phone cameras. You can also eat fruit and veg with high water content. They helps.
A word of caution about ice water. I know the idea of a big bottle of ice water sounds great when you're sweating your balls off on the line but NO! That can be dangerous. Your body temperature is up due to the heat. You chug a bottle of ice water like you used to do with Smirnoff Ice in college, you'll regret it. Ice water will cause your body temperature to drop which fraks up your homeostasis. You can experience stomach craps, fainting, and, on some weird occasions, cardiac arrest. Face planting on the pavement isn't cute.
One way you CAN use ice water safely is by soaking a t-shirt or towel and putting it on your head to help cool you off. Also, cold rags around the wrists can also cool you down. You've seen construction workers with the t-shirts on their heads? This is why.
2. Whole body
If you get blisters on your feet, you need to treat them. Also, don't force pop them, you're just asking for trouble. When they rupture, they need to be cleaned with soap and water (no alcohol or peroxide) and protected. Band-Aids won't really help here.
Band-Aids can easily slip off and give bacteria a chance to move in and really get gross. Liquid bandage is the better option. It's waterproof but it does sting when you put it on so be warned.
If you experience muscle cramps on the line, you need to deal with them. This is your bodies way of telling you something is wrong. Sit down, drink something. Stretching before picketing can also help prevent them. Let's be honest, as writers, we sit. A LOT.
Going from a cave dwelling hermit to bright sunlight and exercise is going to piss your entire system off. Icy Hot and hot baths will be your friend.
3. Dehydration warning signs.
Muscle cramps
light headed
headaches
feeling very thirsty
dark urine
urinating less often
feeling tired
dry mouth, lips, or tongue
skin tenting
confusion
That's all that I can think of at the moment.
GO FUCK EM UP!!!!!!!
/End ID]
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[Image ID: Tweeted comment on the thread from @/sardoniccomment that reads:
Every word of this is good advice, but, as a former desert-dweller, there’s something I need to add: dehydration makes you stupid. It can literally prevent you from being able to figure out the source of your problems is dehydration.
/End ID]
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julieverne · 7 months ago
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Maura gets handsy in her sleep.
Jane doesn't mind that so much; it's nice to wake up with a soft, warm body lovingly draped over her own. It makes her feel safe. It calms her nightmares because even in her sleep she knows Maura by scent alone.
What Jane does mind is that she wakes up with her nipples hard next to Maura's open mouth, that she wakes up either a little turned on or from a wet dream that finishes with an awful cramp as she wakes.
Maura wakes too and Jane has to pretend the cramping is from her calf rather than her uterus, and Maura mumbles about bananas and potassium and magnesium and she adds these to Jane's diet as subtly someone as socially oblivious as Maura can.
Jane hasn't had enough orgasms to know if they're supposed to hurt or not. The sex she's had with men has been painful, but she's never been drenched with men the way she is with Maura just sleeping next to her.
It's just a physiological response, Jane tells herself, smirking at her uptake of Maura's technical jargon. It just feels nice to be safe and loved, and the bed is known to have sexual connotations.
Jane doesn't dream much. She dreams of basements, of Hoyt, of the people she's killed. She sees their faces. She sees Maura's face as she screams and runs at Jane who's just put a bullet through herself. She wakes in a sweat and Maura soothes her like it's something instinctual to her; she holds Jane close and whispers sweet nothings until Jane slumps against her.
The other dreams are more complicated. Maura wearing nothing but a smile, aimed at Jane. Maura with her fingers in Jane's hair, tugging her closer to an appendage the real Maura absolutely does not have, one that disappears into something impossibly soft and sweet on Jane's tongue. Maura kissing Jane desperately in her basement office, fixing basements for Jane, holding Jane as she cries.
It's always Maura. It always has been.
So when Jane wakes with Maura's arms wrapped around her and a hand under her shirt, clamped on her breast, Jane doesn't mind. It's awkward, because she has to extract herself somehow so Maura won't feel guilty, but also so she can try out the tips on female orgasm Maura keeps giving her. She's close; she can tell she's close.
Maura whimpers sadly as Jane manages to squirm out of her loving arms, her healing arms, her forgiving arms. Jane takes care of herself quickly in the kitchen, not even making it to the bathroom, slumping against the pantry, her breath uneven. She washes her hands. It hadn't hurt. It has her pulse thrumming, her adreneline running.
She gets back into bed, pleased when Maura rolls over to find Jane in her sleep, when Maura grips her possessively.
Maura gets handsy in her sleep, but Jane doesn't mind.
She doesn't mind at all.
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⚕️Interpreting Gallifreyan Bloodwork
This guide is for use on Gallifreyans and Time Lords only. Always seek your human advice from human health providers.
🩸 How Gallifreyan Bloodwork Differs from Humans
Gallifreyan blood is vastly different from human blood due to triple-helix DNA, dual-heart circulation, and the presence of artron and lindos compounds. While some human blood tests can provide limited insights, many are ineffective, requiring Gallifreyan-specific diagnostics for accurate interpretation.
🧪 Blood Tests & Their Efficacy
Human Tests:
Venous Blood Gas (VBG) (Acid-base balance, oxygenation) ✅ Useful for pH, glucose, electrolytes, lactate.
Arterial Blood Gas (ABG) (Oxygenation accuracy) ❌ No advantage over VBG in Gallifreyan physiology.
Full Blood Count (FBC) (RBCs, WBCs, platelets) ❌ Useless—Gallifreyan cells do not match human equivalents.
Urea & Electrolytes (U&E) (Kidney function) ✅ Detects chloride (Cl⁻), creatinine, magnesium (Mg²⁺), potassium (K⁺), sodium (Na⁺).
Troponin (Heart damage/disease detection) ✅ Detects Gallifreyan troponin levels to assess myocardial strain.
Brain Natriuretic Peptide (BNP) (Heart failure monitoring) ✅ Detects NT-proBNP, useful for evaluating dual-heart strain.
Group & Save (G&S) (Blood typing for transfusions) ❌ Useless—Gallifreyan blood groups are House-specific and not compatible across Houses.
Liver Function Test (LFT) (Liver enzyme assessment) ✅ Detects ALP, GGT, ALT, AST to monitor liver health, particularly in relation to lindos metabolism and toxin exposure.
International Normalised Ratio (INR) (Clotting rate) ❌ Useless—Gallifreyan clotting mechanisms differ from human systems.
Specialised Gallifreyan Tests:
Z-Cell Count (Immune response monitoring) ✅ Essential for assessing general and specific immune function.
Artron Levels (Time-energy exposure, immune activation, healing response) ✅ Essential for assessing infection, injury healing, psionic function, and Time Vortex exposure.
Lindos Levels (Regenerative activity indicator) ✅ Detectable only before, during, or after regeneration. Presence at other times is abnormal and suggests systemic failure or forced regeneration attempts.
House Blood Testing (Genetic matching, transfusion compatibility) ✅ Detects House-specific protein markers, ensuring safe transfusions.
Platelet & Clotting Factors (Coagulation health, haemodynamic stability) ✅ Excess platelets indicate haemoinstability, increasing the risk of multiple embolisms and stroke, particularly in cases of aspirin poisoning or anticoagulant dysfunction.
🔬 Gallifreyan Blood Reference Ranges & Abnormalities
pH (VBG/ABG) (Acid-base balance, metabolic function)
🟢 Normal: 7.1 – 7.4 🛑⬆️ Higher pH suggests metabolic alkalosis, respiratory bypass activation, or regenerative instability. 🛑⬇️ Lower pH may indicate acidosis, systemic infection, or artron overload.
Glucose (Energy metabolism, regeneration status)
🟢 Normal: 3.0 – 6.5 mmol/L 🛑⬆️ High glucose suggests lindos activation, metabolic shifts from regeneration, or time-energy instability. 🛑⬇️ Low glucose suggests systemic metabolic failure, starvation, or hypoartronosis.
Lactate (Metabolic function, regeneration status)
🟢 Normal: 0.5 – 2.0 mmol/L 🛑⬆️ High lactate suggests metabolic distress, post-regeneration recovery, or artron dysregulation. 🛑⬇️ Low lactate suggests poor energy reserves or extreme starvation.
Troponin (Heart damage monitoring, dual-heart strain)
🟢 Normal: 0.01 – 0.15 ng/mL 🛑⬆️ High troponin suggests dual-heart strain, pre-regenerative cardiac failure, or bypass overuse.
NT-proBNP (Heart failure marker, circulation monitoring)
🟢 Normal: 0 – 500 pg/mL 🛑⬆️ Elevated levels indicate early-stage heart failure, one heart compensating for another, or cardiac stress.
Z-Cell Count (Immune response, infection monitoring)
🟢 Normal: 5,000 – 15,000 mcL 🛑⬆️ High Z-cell counts suggest active infection, systemic inflammation, or immune hyperactivation. 🛑⬇️ Low Z-cell counts indicate immunosuppression, chronic illness, or psionic burnout.
Artron Levels (Infection, healing, time-radiation exposure)
🟢 Normal: 500 – 4000 mcL (higher baseline in Time Lords) 🛑⬆️ 4000+ mcL suggests hyperartronosis (psionic overactivity, radiation exposure, tissue repair). 🛑⬇️ Below 500 mcL suggests hypoartronosis (immune suppression, tissue degeneration, metabolic failure).
Lindos Levels (Regeneration marker, biological restructuring)
🟢 Undetectable unless regenerating 🛑⬆️ Presence outside of regeneration suggests forced regeneration, internal instability, or pre-regenerative stress response.
Platelet & Clotting Factors (Haemostasis, stroke risk)
🟢 Normal: Variable based on individual regenerative state 🛑⬆️ Excess platelets suggest haemoinstability, aspirin poisoning, or embolism risk. 🛑⬇️ Low platelets indicate clotting failure, possible regenerative exhaustion, or internal bleeding risk.
📌 Key Takeaways for Bloodwork Interpretation
✔️ Z-Cells are elevated in Gallifreyan immune response.
✔️ Artron levels increase in infection, injury healing, and radiation exposure. Time Lords naturally have higher baseline artron levels than other Gallifreyans.
✔️ Lindos should only be present before, during, or after regeneration. Presence at other times is a major red flag.
✔️ Hyperartronosis and Hypoartronosis can cause severe neurological, metabolic, and cardiovascular consequences.
✔️ House-matching is essential for blood transfusions. Mismatched blood leads to systemic failure.
✔️ Clotting instability can cause multiple embolisms or stroke, requiring monitoring in cases of anticoagulant use or regenerative dysfunction.
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📚 Clinical Case Studies
Now you know absolutely everything about Gallifreyan bloodwork, you can apply them to some simple clinical scenarios. There are three fully explained case studies, followed by two additional scenarios for you to think about.
🩺 Case 1: Post-Regenerative Complications
📝 Patient Background & Presentation: Patient is a Time Lord, 918/3rd generation, Newblood. They present 10 hours post-regeneration with severe fatigue, dizziness, difficulty walking, and pallor. They complain of "feeling wrong in my own body."
🧪 Tests Ordered: Venous Blood Gas (VBG), Lactate levels, U&E (Electrolytes & Kidney Function), Liver Function Test (LFT), Artron & Lindos Levels
📊 Lab Results: - pH: 7.08 (⬇️Acidosis) - Lactate: 5.6 mmol/L (⬆️Elevated) - Sodium (Na⁺): 128 mmol/L (⬇️Low) - Potassium (K⁺): 3.1 mmol/L (⬇️Low) - Magnesium (Mg²⁺): 0.9 mmol/L (⬇️Low) - Lindos: 14,500 mcL (⬆️Very High) - Artron: 650 mcL (⬇️Low)
🩸 Interpretation: - The low artron levels and high lindos levels indicate post-regenerative instability, where metabolic processes have not fully stabilised following regeneration. - The elevated lactate and acidosis suggest impaired metabolic clearance, possibly due to lingering regenerative strain. - The electrolyte imbalances (low sodium, potassium, and magnesium) are contributing to the patient's dizziness, weakness, and fatigue.
💡 Diagnosis: Post-Regenerative Metabolic Instability with Hypoartronosis
🩺 Case 2: Time Travel Incident
📝 Patient Background & Presentation: Patient is a Time Lord scientist, 402/1st generation, Oldblood. They were admitted following a collapse mid-experiment after direct exposure to a raw time vortex rift. Unconscious upon arrival, GASS score rapidly deteriorating.
🧪 Tests Ordered: Venous Blood Gas (VBG), Lactate levels, Z-Cell Count, Artron & Lindos Levels, Liver Function Test (LFT)
📊 Lab Results - pH: 7.25 (⚖️Normal, slightly acidic) - Lactate: 4.3 mmol/L (⬆️Elevated) - Z-Cell Count: 13,800 mcL (⚖️Normal) - Artron: 8,900 mcL (⬆️Very High) - Lindos: <50 mcL (⚖️Normal) - ALT/AST: Slightly elevated (⬆️)
🩸 Interpretation: - Critically elevated artron levels suggest hyperartronosis due to raw time-energy exposure. This has led to neurological overload, explaining the collapse and psionic disturbances. - Elevated lactate suggests tissue stress and impaired metabolic clearance, likely due to the overload of artron. - Liver enzyme elevation indicates mild systemic strain but not full organ failure.
💡 Diagnosis: Acute Hyperartronosis Due to Uncontrolled Time-Energy Exposure
🩺 Case 3: Severe Cardiac Distress
📝 Patient Background & Presentation: Time Lord ambassador, 2752/7th generation, Oldblood. The patient was admitted with chest pain, dizziness, palpitations, and difficulty maintaining balance. Heart rhythms are synchronous.
🧪 Tests Ordered: Troponin, NT-proBNP (Heart failure marker), Venous Blood Gas (VBG), Z-Cell Count, Electrolytes (U&E)
📊 Lab Results - pH: 7.38 (⚖️Normal) - Troponin: 0.22 ng/mL (⬆️Elevated) - NT-proBNP: 710 pg/mL (⬆️High) - Z-Cell Count: 6,900 mcL (⚖️Normal) - Potassium (K⁺): 5.8 mmol/L (⬆️Elevated)
🩸 Interpretation & Diagnosis: - Elevated troponin and NT-proBNP levels confirm cardiac distress, likely due to strain on both hearts attempting to compensate for each other. - Elevated potassium suggests possible metabolic involvement contributing to electrical disturbances in heart function. - Synchronous heart rhythm and symptoms indicate a high risk of impending heart/s failure.
💡 Diagnosis: Severe Dual-Heart Strain with Electrical Instability
🤔 Self-Interpretation Cases
🩺 Case 4: Post-Surgery Issues
📝Patient Background & Presentation: Patient is a Time Lord, 1890/5th generation, Oldblood. An hour ago, they underwent surgery to correct a post-regenerative issue in limb attachment, which required anaesthesia and a blood transfusion. Since surgery, they have had a rapid deterioration, with confusion, severe fever, and difficulty breathing.
🧪 Tests Ordered: Venous Blood Gas, Z-Cell Count, Liver Function Test, Electrolytes (U&E), Artron Levels
📊 Lab Results: - pH: 7.02 (⬇️Severe Acidosis) - Lactate: 6.1 mmol/L (⬆️ Critically Elevated) - Z-Cell Count: 18,200 mcL (⬆️Hyperactivation) - Liver Enzymes: Critically elevated (⬆️) - Sodium (Na⁺): 121 mmol/L (⬇️Dangerously low) - Artron: 9,200 mcL (⬆️ Very high)
💡 Questions to Consider
What could be a potential cause/diagnosis?
What does the elevated Z-cell count indicate about the immune response?
How does House-specific transfusion compatibility play a role in this case?
Why are sodium levels dangerously low?
What does the combination of high artron and high lactate suggest about metabolic function?
🩺 Case 5: Accidental Aspirin Ingestion in a Gallifreyan
📝Patient Background & Presentation: Patient is a Gallifreyan, 612/2nd generation. They were found unresponsive after a trip to an Earth hospital to see a friend. They present with swollen extremities and face, severe nosebleeds, petechiae (tiny bruises), slurred speech, and tachycardia.
🧪 Tests Ordered: Venous Blood Gas, Platelet & Clotting Factors, Liver Function Test, Electrolytes, Z-Cell Count, Artron Levels
📊 Lab Results: - pH: 7.45 (⚖️Normal, slightly alkaline) - Platelet Count: 350% above baseline (⬆️Dangerously high) - Liver Enzymes: Moderately elevated (⬆️) - Potassium (K⁺): 3.0 mmol/L (⬇️Low) - Z-Cell Count: 22,400 mcL (⬆️ Severe immune response) - Artron: 5,700 mcL (⬆️ Elevated, systemic activation detected)
💡 Questions to Consider:
What could be a potential cause/diagnosis?
Why is platelet count dangerously high?
How does aspirin toxicity affect Gallifreyan haemostasis differently from humans?
Why are Z-cell and artron levels elevated at the same time?
How does the presence of left-side weakness and slurred speech relate to this case?
Medical Guides These are all practical guides to assessing and treating a Gallifreyan in an emergency or medical setting.
⚕️💕Gallifreyan CPR
⚕️👽Gallifreyan Assessment Scoring System (GASS)
⚕️👽ABCDE Assessment
⚕️⚠️Sepsis Emergency Response (SER)
⚕️⚠️Severe Trauma Protocol
⚕️🌡️Gallifreyan Thermoregulation and Emergency Response
⚕️🔮Psionic Emergency Pathways
⚕️✨Post-Regeneration Management
⚕️💤Gallifreyan Healing Coma Management
⚕️🩸Interpreting Gallifreyan Bloodwork
⚕️👶Gallifreyan Paediatric Emergencies
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pucksandpower · 5 months ago
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Any tips for bad insomnia, like can only fall asleep at 3am no matter how much melatonin I take? It’s been going on for a year.
That sounds really frustrating — I’m sorry you’re dealing with that. Melatonin can help shift your sleep cycle, but if it’s not working, there’s likely something else at play.
Here are a few things to try:
- Get sunlight ASAP in the morning (even 10 minutes outside helps reset your internal clock)
- Melatonin isn’t a sedative, it’s a signal to your brain that it’s time to sleep, but it won’t knock you out, so if you’re taking high doses and it’s not working, try a lower dose or skip it altogether
- Magnesium glycinate can help with relaxation
- L-theanine or glycine may also support better sleep
- If your mind races at night, brain-dump your thoughts into a journal before bed
- Try progressive muscle relaxation or deep breathing to signal to your body that it’s safe to sleep
- If insomnia is chronic, it might be worth looking into Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) since it’s been shown to be more effective than medication long-term
Since it’s been a full year of this, I would also consider getting a sleep study just to rule out underlying issues like sleep apnea, even if you don’t snore. I hope some of this helps!
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sizzlingcandyjellyfishhhhhh · 3 months ago
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I’m suddenly losing weight rapidly unintentionally because I have no appetite due to an incredibly intense anxiety flare up.
Previously, I was never able to lose weight this quickly or steadily by my own sheer willpower. I usually had an appetite I couldn’t ignore.
But now that I literally cannot eat more than 5 bites at a time I’m scared about the physical side effects of losing weight quickly and eventually being underweight. Can you please reassure me somehow? Or tips/advice idk
honestly… I really can’t reassure you about rapid weight loss/becoming uw being safe because unfortunately… it isn’t. you can develop vitamin deficiencies, your bones become brittle and thin and make you prone to stress fractures, your heart can become weakened.
however, that aside, there are some things you can do to *lessen* the danger (though you can’t completely remove it)
-take vitamins. calcium, iron, omega 3, magnesium, and vitamin d are especially important
-prioritize protein and make sure you are getting at least some fat in your diet
-avoid high impact exercise that could further tax your body
-have someone to keep you accountable
-eat nutrient dense foods like nuts, salmon, yogurt, fruit, dairy, beans, etc
-consider investing in a shower chair. when you’re not eating enough, even something as simple as taking a hot shower can put you at risk for falling or passing out and hurting yourself
-try to have smaller but more frequent meals, try to incorporate foods you enjoyed before your ed, keep safe foods on hand
-consider getting a check up/vitals taken, maybe talk to a therapist about your anxiety
-avoid exercising alone
please try and stay safe <3
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