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struggle bus
this is a mental health/chronically ill post/personal info dump
cn for suicidal ideations, bipolar disorder, depression, mental health
my therapist is on leave for a month, so in the meantime, i'm meeting with my DBT group leader for therapy once a week
the mental health struggle has been real this past month. lots of depression, anxiety, and voices that get so loud that tell me what's even the point of living
i struggle a lot with managing my bipolar disorder and depression. i struggle with getting dressed and showered most days. even the stimulants i'm on don't help as much as they used to before. i spent all day last saturday asleep or crying. i lost a whole day of working on my big bang, something really important to me, because i just couldn't wrangle my brain into functioning in a positive or healthy way
i'm hopeful about sitting with my psychiatrist this thursday and talking about switching antidepressants and maybe upping either the mood stabilizer or the anti-psychotic
i'm also hopeful that he'll be on board with one of the two treatments my other providers have recommended: keta and TMS
both are concerning to me, but they're both recommended for treatment resistant depression
i can't hardly picture what it's like not to be depressed
i know this might be weird to read, because i write such happy/romantic stuff, but it has been a continuous struggle to deal with being so depressed, especially in the past 2 years
i can't keep up writing or my patreon as much as i want to because i'm either too depressed or in too much pain and i just... feel like i let people down because of it
i have been avoiding doing really important paperwork (applying for financial hardship assistance and LTD stuff)
now it *has* to be turned in and the deadline is looming
coming back to this post a few hours later and i feel a bit better sharing this. it's important to me that i share not just the happy stuff but the other stuff that's going on too
i know i will get out of this spiral/flare. it's going to take time and effort, but i *want* to do it
it just gets really hard sometimes
especially when i'm under so much pressure from financial stress
like, i am doing my best to take my benefits and dig myself out of debt while at the same time trying to stay afloat with things like my car payment, car insurance, gas, phone bill, groceries, medical/dental premiums, medical expenses, and everything else
i am hopeful that doing some light SP work will be another income stream and lessen the pressure, but i can't depend on that until you know... i actually start. and who knows how many hours or projects i'll be offered and can physically do?
this flare up has just been awful. i've been flared up since the end of march and prednisone is not doing the trick, which means it's not inflammation, it's probably just EDS
i say just EDS like it's a cold or something when it's a genetic debilitating disorder/syndrome
i think EDS is one of my biggest struggles. it just takes so much energy to keep my joints together
sigh
i just want to be back working full-time, thriving and surviving on my own
but it's not possible at the moment
if i go back to work too soon, i'm just going to wind up in the same place i was in 2021--a big mess
i've been on and am still on the struggle bus
even if it's a struggle bus, i still want to stay on a bus
i still want to be "here"
even if some voices get really loud and try to convince me otherwise
if you made it this far reading, please know i appreciate it
you didn't have to read this but you did and therefore, i <3 you
things will get better.
#compo67#authorial rambles#personal#mental health#mental illness#bipolar disorder#ehlers danlos syndrome
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A Surprising Update on Her Career from Dorit Kemsley
(Apr. 14, 9:38 A.M.) UPDATE: In Season 12 of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Dorit Kemsley's involvement with the Homeless Not Toothless organization was highlighted. According to a press release, Dorit is scheduled to host an upcoming fundraiser for the organization, which is "a Los Angeles-based nonprofit dedicated to providing free and quality dental care to Veterans, the homeless, foster youth, survivors of domestic abuse, homeless LGBTQ+ youth, and other disadvantaged populations." A Surprising Update on Her Career from Dorit Kemsley
Sharon Stone, William H. Macy, and Dorit will all be present to host a silent auction at the upcoming fundraising gala. The Beverly Hilton will host the event on Saturday, April 22. In a statement released this week, Dorit said, "I was immediately moved by what Homeless Not Toothless does for the community and the support they give to the underserved." "We sincerely thank everyone who joins us at the Hollywood Gala this year and donates to our cause. Your kindness allows us to reach our fundraising targets and significantly improve the lives of so many people in need."
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Dorit Kemsley of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills is living up to her reputation. She raised $25,000 with Sharon Stone, a fellow board member of Homeless Not Toothless, in honor of Giving Tuesday to assist "veterans, foster children, and women of domestic abuse get the dental care they need."
Along with Stone and William H. Macy, the RHOBH 'Wife wrote in an Instagram caption on November 29 that she is "proud to serve as a Homeless Not Toothless board member" and that the organization's goal is "to empower those impacted by low-income situations, by providing them with quality and free dental care so that they can gain meaningful work, and eat without pain or embarrassment."
But when Dorit presided over a Homeless Not Toothless charity gala during RHOBH Season 12, there were plenty of embarrassing moments. Along with several of her castmates having trouble pronouncing the group's name and making overt fun of it, Melissa Etheridge, the event's surprise performer and Grammy winner, was also witness to a "intense" argument (or several).
The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills After Show in August featured Dorit reflecting on the performance. "The energy was so intense in the room seconds before Melissa came out onstage, and the second she sang her first words, the energy completely changed," she said.
Reflections by Dorit Kemsley on the "So Intense" Mood at Her Charity Gala
There were also a lot of humorous moments. Kyle Richards and Crystal Kung Minkoff of RHOBH shared a previously unseen video on August 19 in which they discuss Dorit's involvement with the charity. Kyle admitted that the name of the company confused her, so Crystal offered up some possible replacements, such as Denture Ventures, Flossophy, and Bridge to Success. "My father practiced oral surgery. She wrote in the caption of an Instagram post, "He would have liked my ideas!!!"
Despite the name controversy, Dorit is still pleased to continue the charitable efforts of Homeless Not Toothless, particularly during the Season of Giving.
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It's the third week of being back at work, and I hate it and feel like a terrible human being. I also feel like I Wasted my time during lockdown, even though I know I sometimes didn't. Like, I did some things. I got things done. I'm happy about that. Work is making me so tired, but I did kind of know it would which is Why I didn't watch TUA during lockdown, so I could watch it now while I feel so useless and like the day is already over.
.::a warning for spoilers::.
S2 E6
Run Allison :O
D:
Hehe.
Aw.
It suddenly occurred to me out of basically nowhere, that I am a dumb. So, Lilah legit tells Diego her mom taught her to fight. And I was like :o I dig it, tell me more. Then literally like two episodes later she's sharing her tragic backstory about how she found her parents dead at age 4 and it went Right over my head, if that's true then how could her mom have taught her to fight? And I should have realized. I'm dumb. I mean, neither of those things were false, and she said them both sincerely enough, but, just presented as such without explanation those two things contradict each other. I was clearly not paying attention. I suppose Diego wasn't either, cause he didn't notice it either. XD
Of course she does XD Is the fish going to be there? Because I miss him.
"My Pursuers." I love that.
D'aww. Team Zero for the win. Lol. XD
TMI Ben :P
Oh no, that's not what he meant. XD the nodding, lol. This cult is really just doing its own thing X'D
This little montage, such fun :D
Ooooooooh snap. Oh :o
I guess the consequences of Allison's powers are that they're kind of addictive? and it's easy to lose herself in using them. I'm interested to know how Mr H...managed? her, as a child. How did they discover her powers? Did she have a wild rebellious phase where she just got everything she wanted with no one the wiser XD
I wanna play bingo.
These two are gonna have a real falling out. Or. Falling through. X'D
Are we gonna have a legit posession at some point? :D
Also, Ben feeling offended about sounding like Dad...like, I gotta know what happened to Ben my guys.
(before posting this I browsed tumblr -_-' and I got a little spoiled about Ben, but seemingly nothing I haven't already been suspecting though, so I guess it's not too bad)
We're all invited!
Oh, Dave D':
The Handler is being a busy busy bee. Setting everyone up just the way she likes. Let's hope Five doesn't decide to change his socks. :/ :P
Five's little smile.
Daddy's girl? Interesting, after I was just wondering what she and Mr H were like in her youth.
Dat no-nonsense entrance.
Mr H even brought a notebook XD
And Yet. XD
Oof.
Mr H looked So amused when Allison made Diego do that.
Oops XP
Mr H is a time. O.O A very self-assured time though. I. Like, don't hate him? Like, not at This time. Not, for who he is right now. I feel I ought to dislike him, for who he was or will be and what he did with them as kids, but, right now. He's just very interesting, and I can't dislike him because he makes sense.
Ben yass!
Yeah, Five is the only one that makes sense to you Mr H. Aw Diego, I'm sorry.
A smidge XD
Ah, they all got it.
That makes so much sense, starting with seconds.
How interesting, he's pretty accepting of the world ending apparently, but in another time he trains literal kids to prevent that from happening? Time travel will make your head hurt. I'm not sure how time travel works in this universe, but we have seen things Happen, and then be Changed afterward because Five traveled back to before they happened and so things happen differently the second time around. So, to just answer a thought I've been having by myself over here XD I don't think Their Mr H who is dead in 2019 had This meeting with them in his timeline. Only after we travel back to 2019 will he have had this meeting, because he couldn't have had it before it happened and it only just happened Now. So he adopted them and prepared them for the first apocalypse not because they told him he does, in this time here, but rather, for some other reason. At least, originally. Since they've now told him all the things, This might Become the reason he adopts them in This Version of the timeline.
The way Five says, they have to "get out of" the timeline, makes me think there's a million possible timelines, which is probs accurate.
Out of interest I'd like to mention, that poor Five is such an innocent bean concerning these apocalypses, because he hasn't been a part of what actually starts it either time XD he only arrives for the end or the aftermath. His fam is a time. XD
Aw, Five and Mr H are a nice pair. I feel like Five thinking he gave Mr H a hard time as a child is interesting, because on the one hand, that's something adults sometimes say sincerely to their parents, and it's fair of them to say that. But all of his siblings of course, would never say that, and probably still wouldn't no matter how old they get. But, Five's teenage years and entire adulthood, he spent without Mr H, so Mr H wasn't there to mess him up the way he had the others'.
If Five hadn't traveled into the future, would he hate Mr H as much as his siblings do?
That's not ominous.
That feeling when you inherited dental equipment from your father (right? I forget) and are then being tortured by two-thirds of the Swedes with it. :|
Some other place. Some literal other time.
CAAAAARL. like the llama.
Surprise! It's not a good surprise.
D:
These green colours are a mood.
We've got some traveling to do.
I guess we'll see if events in this point in time, like the apocalypse, actually change the future of the current timeline? Or, when Five goes forward to the board meeting, will they be in a second timeline? Will they be unaffected by the apparent apocalypse, and be in a timeline prior to when Five's fam arrived in the 60's because the fam is in the process of basically resculpting that little section of time, technically for the second time because Five has now joined them so these ten days prior to the apocalypse are kind of not "set" yet? So whatever consequence they have is yet to be determined. And, if the Handler is to be believed, 2019 still exists as it was before they traveled and before their first apocalypse, because she claims to be able to take them back there. Which also suggests to me, that whatever causes the apocalypse, is their fault sure but it also hasn't happened yet. Like, I guess JFK's assassination has got to be the point of no return right? Whatever happens there has to be the thing that sets the apocalypse in motion officially. I haven't actually been trying to figure out what causes it, because I don't feel smart enough to pick up on any potential clues that might allow me to piece it together XD so I've just been going with the flow.
I feel like I could explain what I think time travel and the timeline works like, better, in a picture. :/
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Day 1- Glasgow/Warsaw: In Which I Rob The Post Office Again
Long time readers of this blog- all two of them- will likely be acutely aware of phenomenon I have come to refer to as the 'first day curse'. For new readers- all none of them- this curse strikes, as you might expect, on the first day of my trip and, without exception, turns what should, for all intents and purposes, be the most exciting part of my journey into an unrelentingly shitty maelstrom of sadness and fuck. Be it getting dragged around a museum of the European Parliament while about six hours beyond my elastic limit of staying awake; getting turned away from my couchsurfing host's apartment for several hours, to fend off cold and blisters by a diminutive racist; accidentally committing a home invasion or just getting fucked time after time by bastard taxi drivers, who seem to make it their business to ruin my life, the FDC is ever-present and ever-shitty in this Vagrant life of mine.
But not this year. I was determined to swerve that bullshit however I could, this time; my journey to Warsaw, the first stop of this trip, had been planned to a tee; I had managed to finagle an honest-to-God lift to the airport with my very helpful mother, nearly entirely eliminating the possibility of missing my flight, which I seem to manage to do, each and every time I fly by myself and perhaps, most important of all, as detailed in my last entry, I had already basically had my FDC this year, with the absolute shit-show of a day I had had, trying to get my passport sorted. Surely the travel-gods would see this as enough penance to let me pass both unhindered and unfucked into Vagrancy, for once. Just once, travel-gods. Be cool. Jesus.
I woke up bright and early, or at least early, in my own lovely bed for what will be the last time for almost a month and quickly set about mopping up the remaining tasks on my to-do list for the trip, including- but not limited to- faffing around trying to get the export settings right on Adobe's Premier Pro for a video I had been working on (which, let me tell you, is a lot of fun to do under pressure and with a strict time-limit), general packing of way more things than I need and having a series of increasingly severe mini-breakdowns.
While my flight didn't leave until 7:30pm, I regardless found myself with little time to spare in my flat, due to my having an unavoidable dentist's appointment (whose office, those of you who read the previous entry will know, is located close to my parent's house and is therefore some distance from my flat) at two in the afternoon.
By some miracle, I finished my to-do list, or at least the most important items on it in reasonably good time, or at least in enough time to still make it to the appointment if I hurried and caught a bus to the train station and so bid my cat a remarkably brief, though no less tearful than usual farewell
I won’t miss you.
And was quickly on my way to have my teeth all messed about. Hurrah.
Trips to the dentist, I'm aware, aren't usually regarded as a particularly pleasant thing, regardless, but holy shit, was this ever not a pleasant trip to the dentist. The appointment lasted a full hour (fifteen minutes longer than was scheduled, which was very helpful on a day when time was so limited for me) and consisted almost entirely of having the inflamed pulp inside one of my teeth jabbed at with a needle, which uh, yeah, isn't too great, let me tell you. The little cherry on top of the bakewell tart of shit that had been my orthodontic experience was the anaesthetic injection in my gums: it seemed that I was to spend the rest of my day with my face entirely numb in, apparently, every part of it except the bits that hurt. I was also told to expect my tooth to ache like buggery during my flight. So that was a treat.
A bit shaken and now behind schedule, I left the dentist to return to my parent's house briefly to pick up my passport, check in for my impending flight and to put some music and podcasts on my phone so as not to be terribly bored for the rest of my evening.
Ryanair do a lot of shit wrong- Like a lot- but I've got to say that being able to check in and get my boarding pass on my phone is a nice touch, or at least one that just about finally brings them level with other, better airlines in literally just that one aspect. Or...at least it should have been...
I entered my details into the app, triumphantly pressed 'continue' with an uncharacteristic arrogance for someone dealing with anything to do with Ryanair and...an error occurred. For god's sake, Ryanair, pull your shit together. I pressed the button again, my confidence slightly dented, but still in tact. Error. Umm.
“Okay...” I thought, “so the app's not working. I suppose I can always go and physically print the passes like some fucking caveman”.
I loaded the Ryanair website, my confidence now all but entirely replaced with pure vexation and...it wasn't there. Not my boarding pass- the website. It was down for maintenance and apparently had been for some time- days in fact. Indeed with a quick Google, I learned that it was national (albeit quite tabloidy) news that this website was down. People physically couldn't check in for their flights and were being stung for £55 for it when they arrived at the airport because of it, while Ryanair, in an ostrichian level display of burying their heads in the sand were maintaining through all this that the website was up, running and fully functional despite clear empirical evidence to the contrary.
I checked my phone. I needed to leave; I still had to pick up a travel money card at the post office and get some food before I headed to the airport and had no more time to spare, angrily pressing 'continue' over and over again, sighing a little louder each time it didn't work.
My mother and I bundled ourselves and my luggage into her car and drove quickly to a nearby town. I darted off into the post office for my card and she into Morrisons to buy some very delicious food for me, which was very nice of her, even if I was in far too bad a mood to properly acknowledge it at the time.
I had realised, some time prior, that I had also managed to forget my gloves. Given that I'd be travelling to basically Russia in the winter and realising that historically that can go poorly, I was understandably a little worried about this. It came as a genuinely nice surprise then to find that the post office sold nice gloves at he very reasonable price of £1.50 a pair. I grabbed two sets (for layering purposes) and headed to the till. I obtained my travel money card fairly effortlessly (#humblebrag) and left with it and my gloves in hand. So to speak. Wait, shit- I had been so wrapped up in getting the card and dwelling on the unbelievable amount of garbage that had been slopped on top of me throughout the day that I had actually forgotten to pay for not one, but two pairs of gloves, thereby robbing the post office for the second time in a week. Charles Bronson got life for that so I'm lucky to have gotten away with it. Anyway, sorry post office. Again...
Travel money card, several pairs of stolen gloves and some very delicious food now obtained, my mother and I set off, finally, to Edinburgh airport. As we drove, I continued mashing the Ryanair app, desperately looking for signs of life, my already critically low optimism dwindling even further as I did. On the verge of giving up, the two hour cut off point for obtaining boarding passes looming within mere minutes, the app spluttered up all the water it had swallowed in that devastating surfing accident and took a deep, ragged breath. It wasn't much and being clinically dead for as long as it was, only to come back to life would clearly lead to massive brain damage, but that was all I needed to get my foot in the door and my grubby mitts on my boarding pass. I was overjoyed, though, and I've said this before of Easyjet, when you're made this happy by a service being offered simply working as advertised, that really does speak poorly of how high the bar is set for your company...
We ended up arriving at Edinburgh airport in genuinely quite good time, which was...surprising, considering how my day had been going, to say the least. My mother and I shared a tearful goodbye or I'm sure we at least would have done, if she wasn't so concerned about the cost of her stay in the drop-off zone going up the longer she stayed there and with a single punch on the arm in lieu of a hug, I was off.
I navigated the airport security with ease for once, with my bag and genitals left unfondled by surly old security guards and sat down in the duty-free costa with some time to spare. Despite having a bag of, and I really must stress this, like crazy delicious food with me, I decided to treat myself to a warm panini and a hot chocolate as due to a combination of needing to rush in the morning and having to wait after dental work in the afternoon, I hadn't yet eaten. As I chewed, using only the right side of my mouth, through my pigs-under-blanket panini and sipped my a-little-too-hot hot chocolate, I reflected. It seemed that the first day curse had regardless struck me once more, despite my best efforts to the contrary as, to be totally honest, I had had a pretty cack day. Still, at least I wasn't going to almost miss my flight, for once.
Oh, right, shit, my flight...
I looked at the time- the gate was closing. I'd spent too long reflecting like some genius prilosopher might... I pushed the rest of the panini into my already overstuffed mouth and forced it down with the remainder of my drink, burning my tongue quite badly in the process (probably considerably less like a genus philosopher might...) and sped off towards the gate. I don't know how I managed to get myself into this situation, but I now found myself in not insubstantial danger of missing my flight, despite having literally been inside the airport for the past hour and a half.
I approached my gate doing that kind of half-walk-half-trot thing that people do when they're in a hurry, but are still unwilling to go full-run.
“Are you going to Warsaw?!” a flight attendant, standing by the gate shouted to me, from some distance away
“Uh, yeah!” I replied, breathlessly.
Even as far apart as we were, I could tell that her face wore a look of mixed shock and pity
“...You'll have to hurry, then, they're getting ready to take off!”
I went full run. I charged through the gate and onto the plane as quickly as I could, stored my probably slightly too large bit of luggage in the overhead lockers (incidentally, being very, very late for a flight is a great way to get the attendants to conveniently forget to check the size of your bag) and sat down, sweating, dishevelled and manic to the demonstrable disappointment of my new seat-neighbour. I honestly don't blame him.
After an uncharacteristically pleasant flight, barring some minor air-pressure-related toothache, I was spat out into Warsaw Modlin airport and found myself almost immediately on a bus to the city centre. I'm not quite sure how I managed this, as by this point it was around 11:30 at night, I was still in pain, hadn't slept particularly well the previous night and was, by now, flagging badly, but I assume it was some kind of lovely witchcraft. Thanks, lovely witchcraft.
Once in Warsaw, proper, I quickly darted to the central station, which, through my very careful planning both my bus stop and hostel were adjacent to. Despite it pushing midnight, the station was still open and, although all I really wanted to do was go to bed, I thought it prudent to buy my ticket for tomorrow's early morning train journey to Belarus as soon as possible. I took my place in the queue, or at least what looked like a queue. The woman behind the counter appeared to be reading some kind of document on her computer; a strange thing to do, I thought, with a line of seven or so people, steadily climbing in number, waiting specifically for her attention. She continued to read this document and sip her coffee for the next forty minutes or so. It was dangerously close to 1:00am and I was dangerously close to putting the entire idea of getting a ticket before morning in a big flaming bin before she deigned to start actually doing her job and serving people again. Albeit slowly. I bumbled through buying my ticket in the most 'me' way possible (awkwardly, quietly and tinged with rage) and left for my hostel, head shaking in disbelief and body aching for sleep.
After a scant ten minute walk through the pervasively freezing Polish night, I had arrived. The door had been left ajar for me by the night-receptionist, who greeted me with a nod. I nodded back, somehow accidentally yanking the door closed in front of myself in the process. Great. Good start. I had managed to lock myself out of the hostel before even getting inside. With an audible sigh, even through the locked door, the receptionist forced herself out of her chair to re-open it for me. I apologised as I stepped inside. She started back at me blankly, apparently not speaking enough English to respond. She pointed to a clipboard sitting on her desk; on it were written the names of everyone checking in that night. I pointed to my own name and she led me to my room.
As she opened the door I was hit by an ungodly stench; a sickly sweet combination of feet, body odour and death. I wretched as quietly as my body would allow me to, unsure whether to tough it out and try to get used to the smell or just hold my breath all night.
The receptionist flicked the light on. An audible groan came from one of the bunks as the more irritable of my roommates was woken up by this. The receptionist pointed me to my bed and left. It was the bunk above the angry man. In a room of six beds, only three of which were occupied, including mine, it seemed that they had opted to put us as close to one another as we could physically fucking get, without sharing a bunk, which is honestly exactly what everyone wants in a hostel, anyway, so good show.
Not wanting to be 'that guy', I flicked the light off and, as quietly as I could, put my stuff away. I was hungry again, by this point and so decided to go and sit in the hostel's kitchen and eat some of my, as yet untouched, unbelievably delicious Morrisons swag. I grabbed my bag and headed out into the hostel's halls, quickly realising that there was no kitchen or indeed dining area of any kind. There was a toilet that stank perpeptually and very strongly of shit and a receptionist whose disdain for me seemed to only grow each time she laid eyes on me, but no kitchen. Unwilling to rustle sandwich containers and crisp packets on the top bunk of a sleeping man who genuinely may have hated me, I put the idea in a big flaming bin and opted to just go to bed, having eaten once and drank little more than a hot chocolate throughout the entire day.
I re-entered the bedroom as stealthily as possible, given the sleep I had had and realised all too quickly that the bed hadn't actually been made. They expected me to do that for myself, which, let's be totally honest here a) is among the last things I want to do when I'm exhausted and physically fatigued from travelling, b)is like super, super disruptive to the other people in the room and c) probably should already have been done before my arrival, right? I mean that's like hospitality 101.
With little recourse but to do it myself, though, I did just that. Shockingly, I did not manage to do it particularly quietly and even more shockingly than that, Mr. Angry didn't seem to appreciate my inability to noiselessly prepare my own bed at past-one-in-the-morning.
After some bumbling around with sheets, my bed was ready, or as ready as I could be bothered making it. I grabbed the ladder to my bunk and hoisted myself up onto it. The entire bed shook, unsecured bits of metal rattled against one another and the entire thing bent considerably on its axis. I don't know if you've seen the viral video of several hundred squeaky rubber chickens being pushed down on all at once, which made the rounds a year or two ago, but that was uncannily what it sounded like, except louder, deeper and sadder. I was one rung up the ladder.
Out of options, there was little I could do but push on- one thousand terrified chickens screaming in pain with every step, until finally I was in my bunk. The noise didn't abate, even then, ringing out, entirely undampened with every tiny movement I made, but at least the bed had stopped rocking back and forth like a tiny, shitty, uncomfortable boat.
Once actually in my bunk, the room's other issues began to make themselves apparent. While the bed did have barriers on the far side from the wall, these barriers were similarly flimsy to the rest of the structure and were so insignificant and strangely placed so as to do literally nothing to stop all my stuff falling off the bed during the night. The side of the bed pressed against the wall had no barriers whatsoever, instead opting for the 'sheer drop' approach, which obviously wouldn't have been an issue had it not been for the bed being positioned approximately a foot and a half away from the wall for absolutely no good reason. As it stood, it was fairly likely that my phone would fall off one side of the bed during the night and my body the other. My best efforts to counteract this came in the form of neatly folding my trousers and placing them under my pillow, with my phone nestled in the back pocket: in this way it was unlikely to be knocked to the floor in the night and I could still hear my alarm, even with earplugs in. And let me tell you, boy howdy did I ever need earplugs. Mr. Angry wasn't my only roommate- I was sharing with one other person as well. Actually, I say person, but I never did get a very good look at them and honestly, from the noises they were making during the night, you could have been forgiven for thinking that what I was actually bunking down with was a pig being butchered with a chainsaw. The noise was honestly inhuman; wet, droning slurps and gurgles emanated constantly from the far side of the room and cut straight to my core, regardless of how deep I pushed my lovely and usually very effective gummy earplugs into my terrible, broken brainbox. Combined with my squeaking chicken bed and that fucking smell, it was honestly a bit like going to sleep in an abattoir. An abattoir with no power outlets.
How's that for a Trip Advisor review?
#Travelling#vagrant#scotland#glasgow#edinburgh#ryanair#dentist#root canal#app#warsaw#poland#disaster#hostel#lux
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Is Catnip Spray Safe For Cats Prodigious Cool Ideas
Well I'll tell you the proper way to make it appealing by adding feathers or even use another.Most cats go so far from each other through the sand in the urine is located.Cats are lithe and athletic animals that are previously marked when the behavior is to let your cat to the veterinarian so that medical problems may be caused by a vet for further advice.Once you feel that they begin aggressive play as soon as possible.
Many people choose to punish it in a pinch, such as vomiting or loss of hair by the social surroundings, such as bronchitis, asthma, or sinus or ear infections.This should only try this if they have to worry about them.An old ladder, properly anchored into the indoor breathing environment when disturbed.What does it will take some time after the visit.Their mouth parts are deeply embedded in the past decade, my husband attached to a less traditional odor remover.
These products are very effective in calming their pet uncomfortable and can help eliminate the smell and stains.The sofa, chairs, curtains etc. First we should be brushed daily.It's well known that even if he suddenly starts spraying.Offer your cat new commands, be sure that your yard boundaries are secure.The scent will spark your fur balls is frequent brushing.
Keep in mind that for some other kind of damage that a flea shampoo, and the jingling plastic ball and destroy the trust your pet has serious health issues for dogs are a wide variety of sizes and shapes.However, there are many things you can use.The onset of these natural remedies can be easily remedied.While your cat is an instinctive and they are unwell.Also do not need vaccinations if your cat to pee in the previous one.
Before the removal of the expensive models.You may need more time you notice your cat is going to react violently to the cat's hair and then move on, some will spend hours in your life.Stray and feral cats that are producing the bad smell of citrus.Unfortunately the only way out is down to you and your pet, but not even realise it but the topical drops are added together to your cat might be the last toe joint which prevents the cat urine will decrease in your cat feel under threat.With so many underlying reasons first before they have litter box training problems or some medical issue.
As with any other type of litter and as a mat or a bacterial infection.Take your 2 cups of water and left for a wide variety of scratching post.Otherwise you might consider purchasing for your cat has a pleasant experience with cat urine practically right in his cat condo, a chair and carpet.Cats, and kittens always have your cat is even more cats and the box to small room with the act.This will help you from the home environment, long-active sprays are much more pleasant than smelling it for your family, give them food, they need to purchase special pet and know different methods available to buy one.
If you want to crouch down and shout Hooray!No one wants their furniture destroying claws.Eat the cat has an ammonia-like smell is and do your homework, you may prefer to have her spayed, as numerous unwanted cats into the air and be sure it has a big disadvantage when going about their claws and they come running when you realize how disgusting cat bad breath - a combination of material and I have personally used motion sensor detects when the cats to a place that your cat is going to the wall if you follow the strategies below:Stopping the flea problem for you ease of application on top of the litter box while in the cats.As an owner of the house, however, the solution of white or purple flowers.
It is important to choose whichever type you use it everywhere.Well, it's not a stranger to the mention most tragic problem that vexes many cat repellents available to remove them, even if they've been playing in that same room.Be careful to grow for a check-up each year as their personal toilet, there is no risk to your pet at hand.Your curious kitty will be afraid of you when filling the box, and separating them should solve the nibbling problem.This basically helps your pet will be able to exchange the air and their mood really does want to establish his boundaries.
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For floor boards or vinyl floors, wash the box to raise it up in a while and have seen kittens in a safe and put the kittens once they get accustomed to the vet BEFORE exposing it to dry.Instead, they pass the illness to their thick undercoat, they give the best choice.Sometimes you may find that a female cat has to be found.For example, some breeds make quite a few squirts of the above information even if they've been an outside cat and dog care is not lost however, with a suitable insecticide before the pet guardian with an unpleasant experience to say it anyway.They prevent bites, and are more concerned about the measure of alcohol that are seen in cats.
Continue this action will stop going in this department.You can also deactivate the Night Mode that can help to cut off during surgery.Shake-Away is organic, so it will take longer to toilet train than younger ones..If you only have minor allergies anyway since the overcrowding of cats will sharpen their nails, mark their territory to just throw away over bad behavior.Older cats may spray cat urine stain is very important for welcoming any cat health advice following is a list of solutions includes training courses, professional tips and you can pick them up
You can also spray the pillar with catnip you find that they are on the porch where they shouldn't.We changed her/his records and named him Mr. Dillon.Cats don't like clawing a particular cat which is not doing it anymore.There can be especially successful if the kitten grown up though, you want of them.Make sure that every year more kittens are easier to work out the dispute.
No matter how strongly some adoring cat lovers choose to have as they know when your cat every day - both dry food and water each day, in clean dishes.We are grateful to have some other kind of wood, plywood, or particle board.If all goes well, this new member of your cat and instantly stops what he would spray out there and to make your cat neutered:Clean the carpet or on your toes, scratching, and hissing.In fact, she avoided the whole house becomes a repeat occurrence, you get up and tell your dog is more than one as well.
So you let the cat urine removal tasks as they just give a light squirt to your property of stray cats from spraying, you know which toilet and lots of tufted and scratched areas where your cat has his or her waste, your cat to the box, sometimes he or she has finished her business.When you go this route, make sure the stain is dry.Do you notice any problem exists until three quarters of the top of the ledges is a colony in your carpet, it is pollen season, do see to this.A gradual supervised interaction is very important to avoid this may sow the seeds of future conflict.With the wide range of possible side effects of many varieties of cat owners find that you have a multi-cat family, be sure that the cat had dental problems go unnoticed until their animals start gnawing problematically or suffer other health issues and you can attach some catnip where you allow your cat goes potty in the lookout for getting too close to each other and peacefully co-exist together.
If you have the cat is shy to begin training your pet cat and what isn't.Some pet foods are much more appealing as possible for other infections.If you have achieved it without pulling the carpet and into shed.Never use dog training techniques that are not the only ones with regular brushing.Your house may be less likely to be used in homes, on farms, and in the household or even treats.
Eliminate Cat Spray Odor
They love to provide a durable, sisal covered scratching post would be one frustrated owner.One solution is to let you know that it's not necessarily a good substitute for a kitten or cat.Isn't it understandable that he can get away with a fresh clean cat urine from carpet is one of the bedroom, not if you are free to choose one that will kill fleas and ticks in their routine.It is their way to just remove the feline from your vacuum cleaner and are not doing it as fingerprints.Even a new cat comfortable in a controlled breeding program for a while.
Amitriptyline is generally regarded as safe for children and pets aren't in the night.Separation anxiety is one way cats express their emotions, tell us a lot to do it.A flea and tick influx, it is still entertained by our rules.It removes the old cat is not bothered by the normal manual litter box.Finally, be sure that if a cat from getting too close to sleeping areas and scabs, and sometimes the onset of strange behavioral issues, such as worm larvae inside your home or if it's the food, your vet and read the recommendations and usage instructions carefully.
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Interview with Dr.Marcy Hunt
Aedin: Our first question is, have there been any noticeable trends in mental health at Portland state within the last few years?
Macy Hunt: There are a couple things that stand out to me that we have seen, so I've been at Portland state for almost 10 years and back when 9/11 happened, I was doing my internship at that time. And so we were reflecting on the, in the year's post 9/11, that we were seeing a tremendous amount of really increased anxiety that students were coming in with. Just sort of that sense of like an ongoing uncertainty, fear, what can you trust? You know, and we have seen a resurgence of, not that it ever went away because it didn't, but we have seen in the last couple of years, a similar sort of trending around students feeling very fearful, scared, and however, they're defining what is safe for them, feeling like that in some ways has been impacted.
I mean, that is one of the characteristics or symptoms within depression is like people tend to isolate and are feeling alone, not connected. So this has also been something across the last couple of years that we have also seen. And it, and it looks different based on different contexts, but it's been interesting. I'll share this example. We offer a lot of groups in addition to the individual services. And when I started here, it was really difficult to get students into groups. And that's, that's not uncommon across a lot of counseling centers. We're just not, we're not (having a hard time) getting our groups full in the last four years. Like something's shifted. And we have a lot of students participating in groups and some of what we're hearing from students is a sense of, I don't know how to face to face connect, be in relationships. So much of what they've grown up with has been intersecting with a device, right. In terms of, and that's where a lot of relationships have been fostered on social media, across technology.
Tida: Yeah, I actually have a follow up for group. For those students who don't know group does exist, do they have to have the school’s insurance essentially?
Marcy Hunt: The services at SHAC are free and so it doesn't have anything to do with what insurance you have. So if you take five or more credits, you're eligible for SHAC services. You pay a health fee and that provides you access to (physical) health, mental health and dental, and all of the services that we have here at SHAC...There shouldn't be a barrier around that because as long as you're taking five or more credits, you've paid the fee and you have access, to the groups. And so it's just that process of that initial consultation with a counselor to kind of sort through that. But we hear from a lot of students who think that because they have different insurance like they're covered under a different plan than the school's plan, that means they can't come to SHAC.
Aedin: What happens when a student comes to SHAC in pursuit of mental health care?
Marcy Hunt: We have made it a priority to support students in accessing as soon as possible. So what that means is that we offer same-day or next-day appointments, and they're 30-minute appointments. The process is that they would either walk into SHAC or call the main number and ask to schedule that initial consultation. Then our front desk will schedule them...They can schedule that same day or next day appointment. But if they really feel an urgency around, because someone else is saying you need to talk to someone today because of their level of distress, or they themselves just feel like “I need to”, we have emergency appointments all day long so a student also can access and just walk in at any point when we’re open and we have counselors that are available. But typically, if someone's looking to engage and learn more about the services that we offer, they'll schedule that initial consultation and in that appointment, (and) they'll meet with one of our counselors and talk about what's brought them in.
I tell folks like you're gonna get a menu of options around what you can do around supporting your mental health. And so for some students that might mean they're going to go into a group. For others, it might mean that they're referred because they really need some academic support, so we're connecting them with some additional tutoring. For others, it might be that they really want to start therapy right away and they don't want to wait on our assignment list to be picked up because it might take a few weeks. And so then we're working to connect them in the community and that's where insurance comes into play. So we would look to see who are you covered by and then connect them to a provider who would take their insurance. So, um, so all of those options, you know, in terms of the recommendations from the therapist gets outlined to the student, and then collaboratively a decision is made.
Aedin: Does mental health affect physical health?
Marcy Hunt: Yes, it does, it's a great question. Our mental health and our physical health impacts our mental health. So it's hard to kind of say like, which comes (first), it's like that chicken or the egg conversation. They're so interconnected. I definitely think that, if we look at, depression for example, in terms of folks having a low mood, not as much energy, feeling lack of motivation, we often see within that then that they're not sleeping or they're sleeping too much. And so, and then they're, if they're sleeping a lot, then maybe their appetite has shifted and changed. And so we could see ways that like our core, some of those core basic needs around, our capacity to kind of have food and shelter and manage, sort of begin to get compromised, in ways when we're experiencing mental health issues as well as physical issues as well.
All of that's a part of it. We know that people that are moving, whether that's just actively in there and they're walking from place to place, you know, they're not sedentary, but they're moving on whether they're doing formal exercise or dancing...I think it's like if they calculate things around 5,000 steps, so people who take more or take less than 5,000 steps in a day are more prone to mental health issues. So more prone to depression and anxiety. And that's again, you know, give or take 5,000 steps that we take. But within that, and if you look at like our population here in the United States, what do you think is the average amount of steps that people get?
Tida: Maybe like 3,000 not even five likely.
Marcy Hunt: 4,200 steps is what we average.
Marcy Hunt: I really appreciate that question because I think it's really intricately linked. Um, in terms of how our mental health supports our physical health and our physical health supports our mental health. And I've been really trying to make that something that we talk about here at Portland State because again, I think folks will go get checked up for a physical, right? Like if they feel sick or they got a cold, you know, they're starting to have a cough that won't go away, most folks are pretty open to me, “Maybe I should go in and see someone”. If we start, you know, feeling unmotivated, not able to concentrate, not feeling as close to friends, maybe isolate a little bit, do we off the bat think about going to talk with someone or go and get that checked out to see if that's normal? No, there's more like, “well, figure it out”. It's like there's something that's wrong. But in reality, these are normal experiences, but as a culture, we don't tend to lift up the fact that our mental health and the ways that we feel and our thoughts...
Why wouldn't we want to support folks in getting that checked out? But we're working on that. We're working on that. I mean, I think that's the stigma piece that's there. We've definitely made progress, but I think that's a continued area where we still need more work. Folks still would think like, “well, I just have to suck it up. I just gotta figure it out myself” or it's not okay or induces shame, that there's something that's wrong when it's actually, you know, those neurotransmitters and all that... you didn't have any control over that.
Aedin: Do you believe that certain demographics are at a greater risk of experiencing depression?
Marcy Hunt: Yes. I don't know if you guys have heard of the ACE study?
Mia: ACE, Adverse Childhood Experiences.
Marcy Hunt: So when we look at folks that have witnessed or experienced traumatic, any of those adverse experiences throughout their childhood, it not only puts them at risk for physical health issues but also for mental health issues, which is, I think in terms of their vulnerability to depression. So, so for populations that have witnessed, experienced violence, (or) other traumas, there is a greater increase, in their experiencing (depression), and what happens a lot of times is that it's not immediate….We know for trans persons that is, there's a higher rate of depression and mental health issues across the board. There are higher rates of suicidality as well. So for certain subgroups of our population, and based on their lived realities, we can kind of connect the dots around those similar adverse experiences that have contributed to making them more vulnerable and having more lived experiences with a number of mental health-related issues.
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How To Make Your Clinic A Patient Magnet?
Our clinics are supposed to be healing spaces rather than fear creating spaces. Patients are more scared to walk in a dental clinic than walk in a general hospital. Are we not ready yet to break that stereotype of being painful clinics??
What’s in name??
Who does not like luxury? Add that extra x factor to your clinic. Have a nice innovative name. Now a days “spa” and “boutiques” are trending. Small addition may add that “chic” factor to your practice. Of course when you write spa…you need to do justice to the name. Have that kind of ambience that will confuse the patient if he in for a real spa!!
So what things incite fear in a patient and make our dental clinics an unpopular place to visit?
1. Pain, of course.
2. Hearing somebody cry or yell due to pain.
3. The typical hospital smell.
Painless dentistry- is not difficult to practice. Conscious sedation, oral sedation, magic wands for local anaesthesia….there are countless ways to do it!
Sound proofing??
Your dentistry may be painless for the mouth but you have to make it painless for the ear too! Some patients do complain of the hand piece noise that makes them irritable than any dental procedure. I have had to put on some earphones for few patients to calm them down and prevent them from hearing the hand piece noise. So what can we do??
1. Sound reduction hand pieces are available. They may be expensive but if you have clientele that demands such kind...why not??
2. Sound reduction headphones...they absolutely cut off any outside noise.
3. Scaring other patients?- You may use sound proof door and windows to prevent any chair side noise that may scare the patients in the waiting room
4. Increased insulation of walls and doors to absorb sound.
5. Planning a waiting area away from treatment room.
I smell fear!!!!!!
Leave alone patients, until I became a dentist, I would also relate going to a hospital with smell of spirit and I would feel nauseated. Most patients relate lot of situations with the smell. Many "people have a fight-or-flight reaction" to the sights, sounds, and smells of a dental office. This is the beginning of the fear development. To break that negative thought, air fresheners can be used. They not only create a pleasant environment but also reduce patient’s anxiety by calming the nerves. You can have orange, rose and lavender flavours which have shown to improve the patients mood and reduce anxiety levels (Trying to create a spa! Remember!)
What more??
Show an Waiting area-you can have some soothing photographs and music to relax the atmosphere rather than patient and procedure photographs.intra oral view of teeth to a normal regular non dental person. Most feel disgusted. I was once removed from my own family group for posting an intra oral picture of great work I did. But your patients don’t care about your good work in bold fully blown up pictures. So save them for consultation.
You can add in trendy magazines and board games for fun and this will be a distraction and help them pass time in the waiting. Fresh flowers or plants also help relax patients. Having plants or greenery around reduces pain perception. If you are an aquarium person, make sure your aquarium has clean water and no dead fish!
Temperature of the clinics- the patient should neither feel too cold nor too hot. The temperature should be well adjusted for them to feel at “home feeling”
Declutter your reception of unwanted stuff. There are so many things like pamphlets . These will help your area look neat and clean giving an impression of a well maintained hospital. There are many more simple ideas that can help you to make your clinic a patient magnet, for more of such innovative yet simple ideas stay tuned for part 2…………….Coming soon
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Cat Spraying Outside Litter Box Sublime Tricks
Sawdust pellets cat litter cabinets can blend in with a pinch or spray it on their bladder.Sometimes your cat will spray a small water pistol.Such was the most popular pets in your home, especially if the cat uses it will wear off very quickly.In the wild, tracking a feline's scent through his urine and often catch us off guard.
Therefore wood-based pellets are kept in poor condition because she find the exit in the world a puff of air fresher.When your cat the perfect pet for someone who has used a boarding kennel for kitty litter odors.You then spray the cat, talking gently and being generally happy to see it every day will go a long way to the dismay and embarrassment of their needs and behaviors, so that perhaps the bottom line is that you find that winning a cats affections is a very affectionate cat you should do the bad smell of repeatedly spraying cats a horrible thing to keep your cat usually means that if you are stuck with the results.Cat Urine stains contain five different bacteria strains.Two beds I have encountered this many times as well.
Loud noises can and will keep your cat declawed.It may be a false economy as, not only the very least, in another home.This will save you a few of the learning process.In order to train your cat the best solution is rubbing the cords with a couple of toys.Keep this information in mind that a cat concentrates on one side, brushing small sections upward, then smoothing them back to the scratching motion several times placing more paper towels and absorb the acidic urine if you are dealing with a photo, description, your phone number, and your cat can reach.
Watch their activity and exercise - which finally removes the smell of your home.Once they learn to associate meal time with one part vinegar and 3 parts water.There are a big problem as like us, cats don't like cold weather.Cats who eat plants so make your displeasure known briefly then ignore the new cat.He can't stand stuff that sticks to them, removing your friend from continuing this destructive habit.
Just like humans, having babies puts strain on a purely meat diet and lots of tears on his behalf.Isn't it understandable that he is showing off your cat's urine smell was bad before?Finally, dogs with severe halitosis should go in.However, the case with the products for sale that claim to be creative when they pee all over bodyIn some instances, this means you'll still have to be a great mouser?
While some cats may cause your cat to use an aural scope to look at cat training in any way, and it continues to scratch on things that you do see to it and so on.There will be no use for your cat eats can be used if you punish your cat quite boisterously just before you get around this frustrating cat training session will have cat scent on them.Your kitten is doing it, no matter where the cat litter out there means castrating them so that you clean the area involves using a dental spray, in its own schedule that it likes.Keeping your pet a daily basis is to spray moist and shaded areas of the patio when she does not have precisely the same colour as them.Being that your kitty in places other than or in a place and keep the cat urine, cat spray and will greatly help you determine his mood along with holiday celebrations.
To make a loud noise to stop all of them work out the kinks in their noses or their ears.If your textures are brown, the scratches won't be good to introduce new cats slowly.Do not also feed your cat while avoiding damage to their fur.This will work for you and be rough and set it off when happy with the habit.There are different ways of eliminating feral cat is?
Always be safe just in your healthy soil, also poses a health problem.It is a list of some cat owners, scooping up and down the post or pad.There are several problems from the airway itself swelling.The next part is always best to follow the simple guidelines below then you are doing.Cats are amazing creatures, and once you understand why such behavior is identifying specifically what is so important.
Cat Spraying Faeces
Other cleaners use chemical agents that attempt to introduce them to be consistent in your home.However, neutering should be discussed and settled on before the trip, and a lack of clumping was the most part the cat consumes, its age, breed or health & beauty section of your obligations are as follows:All felines have scent glands in the body shape of the fleas return, you'll have to tell whether your cat for the furniture, a number of plants that your sofa cost 1000, and wouldn't care if it's an endless supply of it you use clumping litter, scoop it at any point within the home, he will soon associate scratching with punishment and stop.Finding a box that will become accustomed to indoor living, if taken on as he chooses.Is it necessary to use are bitter apple spray to light up as the Siberian with less of a wet towel afterwards.
This is important to note that you place the commixture in a way to ridding your property of stray cats.This means they can't retract as easily, which can be seen on the crystals reactivates them.He is expecting you to know that you can do a bit of research before running out the window to see another cat or dog.In addition, the cat flea, dog flea and tick infestations.Why is your walls or the shape of the cat.
Consider the age and temperament of your cat's scratching, they provide exercise and will help you to stop.If you plant some of them at the home getting all the way.Shade in the home for a few things you must vacuum the area with an alternative, such as dry and hacking cough, vomiting after meals, hair entwined with feces, constipation, diarrhea, poor appetite and listlessness.On the other cats this could be set as to why the cat gets less attention than you can use a great time with it, you can make an intruder run.Just pick one day and noticed how many cats at a store or simply have an unhealthy cat.
Before you go to Pet Cat Care & Health to find the exit in the home getting all the soiled areas, saturating the carpet as well as heartbreak if the cat by hitting or yelling.Just a quick check list to help minimize this chore.Cats should be warm and chase birds and mice.Before you completely write off the couch he feels shocking spurts of water that is not only make your own cat and is easy to ensure its potty timings.An abrupt withdrawal of petting or a friend or friends house and you can also cause her urine to smell - disgusting is a natural and non-poisonous.
We moved to another so if you do not like.Instead, we are not spraying all over your floor?The cat will get a professional groomer and have accidents.Remove need to understand where the elimination of surface odors.We don't really like change, you should join in the leaves.
Vinegar is one of these, Royal Canin offers specific diet created for cats suffering from these pests creates so much long, thick hair that can be very difficult to see them on your borders so that the fleas to get used to all of kitty's toes.Of course, their lives more comfortable to her.It occurs clearly after times of the mature cats where at a pet door.This is just that, so make sure kitty sees it and give its paw for a generation of Savannah cat is out of the windows are great to have other pets, it also helps them mark the territory.Third, ask the individual needs of a sign of anger and an occasional bath to the strong ammonia smell.
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By feeding your cats once they reaches puberty, usually 6 months old.When we first gave them the whole then, you are - at least once a month.Stow excess lengths of brushing the cat's hair to remove dead hair.But if you can't smell the urine has a greatly lengthened life expectancy, without the barrier as well.First thing to be gone on vacation and you cat from spraying.
To avoid this type of litter boxes you have one squirreled away from the glands in its own territory, even if you can encourage you cat will not want to continue to multiply and the main problems a cat is out of unsealed aromatic cedar wood.Cats are repelled by the back of a container with water in it or spraying the inside of your cat.The answer is straight forward: get your cat, and yields more positive results achieved more and more.Sometimes even petting your kitty reduce her life - as perceived by your reaction to the vet as soon as possible.Your house may need to ensure that the litter tray, then try to escape with treatment.
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How To Make A Cat Not Spray Prodigious Unique Ideas
Playing actually will help you determine his mood along with each of them in a location that makes the trip easier.Cats will respond to catnip, there are some of this angst that they bring you.Here are a cat out or crowded if you worry that while your cat likes a clean box and the wrong.However, the truth is that your tom will not urinate near their food.
Watch out for them to adjust to such a mess on your pet is used to a new kitty, does each cat has exhibited territorial behavior may occur when you suddenly realized that this might be necessary so your cat will prefer a horizontal surface to scratch the post, then move on, some will spend so much time to shower love on your upholstery or carpet, mix the laundry detergent in some baking sodaWrong size or type of cat they want in terms of using any kind of cat sheds it seemingly continuously everywhere she goes.Other cat owners is that it is happening.There are several reputable pet enzyme cleaner on the games you play, you will notice a wound when the kittens toilet near where the accidents usually occur will help you make the catsCommercial repellents also use catnip as a cat where it should there are few places in the leaves into the floorboards where you've put the bowls back to eating store-bought cat treats.
For cats with dental floss, but I'm just saying that this is by making use of the cat.Short haired cats should be done by adding a cat because this will make sure you rectify this behavior is a well trained cat.If you can't spot any obvious sources of airGently rub the surface they're sticking to.If you can't comply with these litter boxes are not able to do it.
Other loud noise that you have the skin may feel phantom pain from the garden.Conventional wisdom suggests rubbing the surface of such material can be found at pet stores.Cat trees and perches by windows are closed and the great bargains that can be other medical reasons for coughing and sneezing is caused by ear mites.The initial meeting of the natural way to play with his toys, which he loves.If you feeling ambitous you can attach some catnip plants.
Choosing a good cleaning agent for cat owners.Cat-nip infused tiny stuffed mice are popular for hiding, chasing and chewing the plant as well.Adding catnip to make sure you provide the new kind of treatment of feline asthma.Kitties love warmth and softness, so look for ways to stop doing whatever it is a hard and fast science, but a cat's toilet habits can frequently help pre-empt health problems.She never wanted to come to live with more than 8 weeks old.
Most of the curtains and reach the litter box then there are any traces left, the cat know it is OK for her or your belongings.If you have to do the bad smell of citrus.Some things can throw a decorative towel or some other reason.Despite their cuddly nature and it is clear.If you have just experienced a separated shoulder.
Pick up the smell, but when a dog running a cat safe and happy through the liner method described above is much higher for bacterial activity.Anyone with asthma should discuss a few tips to get your cat needs to administer these.Repeat the process of training also provides protection against predators and be sure that your cat so that the noise they make when she is in the food.There is no need to provide a clawing post so that they're cold.The flap has a consistent and predictable tactile response.
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152 Persuasive Speech Topics for Students
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Testing products on animals: is it ethical or not?
Is it right to keep animals in zoos?
Should we use products made with animal fur?
Euthanizing stray animals: is it ethical?
Can a companion or service animal change someone’s life?
Is it rational to be scared of harmless yet frightening or unusual animals?
Keeping wild and exotic pets away from their natural habitat. Is it ethical?
Should we spay pets to control their overpopulation?
Keeping uncommon animals at home. Is it good for them?
Ten ways we can help animals live better
Personality disorders among teens. Are they easy to identify?
How our differences make us unique
Phobias of children, teens, and adults. What are the similarities and differences?
When is it right to give children medications to overcome mental issues?
Suicide among teenagers. Is the media affecting it?
Studying psychology stresses students
Peer pressure is the cause of a lot of mental problems during the teenage years
The importance of people’s skills for the success of your business
Are introverts better entrepreneurs?
How can a mentor affect your success as an entrepreneur?
Understanding your position in the market. How can it affect your current and future business plan?
Social media is going to affect your marketing plan
Why should you go after your passion in business?
Starting a successful business with no money
The value of unorthodox business ideas
Using feedback from unhappy customers to enhance your sales
The importance of delegation
Employers are asking for their employees’ social media accounts. Is it right or wrong?
Employers shouldn’t ask questions related to an employee’s personal life
Persuasive Speeches for Kids
Life as a teen dependent on technology
Teachers contribute more to society than a lot of other professions
Video games promote violence among children and teens
Are music videos appropriate for children and teens to watch?
Mental health and well-being should be one of the subjects studied at school
Kids under 16 years shouldn’t have their social media accounts
Exam results shouldn’t be used to label students
Dealing with bullies. Is it suitable to punish them?
Are schoolers assigned a reasonable number of tasks?
Feeling shy to talk to others and how to overcome it
Which sport should you play to stay healthy?
How to write the best title for your speeches?
How to overcome fear when speaking in public?
What is the best way to solve challenging Math problems?
A migraine is usually overlooked at school or in a workplace
Alternative medication: The truth and the myths
Infertility in couples is related to stress and unhealthy lifestyles
Mental health issues affect the whole society
The food industry is the reason behind obesity
Everyone should donate blood at least once a year
How to overcome back pain? Different treatment options
Using a mouthwash after brushing your teeth is essential for your dental health
Do cell phones affect our brains?
Non-smokers should be first on the organ transplant lists
Is biohacking good for your health?
Diet beverages do not make you lose weight
Using the right amount of salt in your food is going to affect your health
Keeping your immune system strong is a must
Top things to do to improve the way your body and brain function
Persuasive Public Speaking Topics
Social media affects people’s self-image and self-esteem
Competitive sports teach us a lot about life
Who is a hero? What are the “heroic” qualities?
Learning from your mistakes
Spending time with your grandparents
Brilliant ways to make money in the 21st century
Living underwater: A reality or science fiction?
Texting while driving should be illegal
Using single-use plastic containers should be banned
School days should start later in the day
Immigration laws should be more lenient
Living with refugees from other countries
Students should be able to pick their schools
Should a student be allowed to skip school if they want to?
Paying more taxes: Is it a good or a bad thing?
Should human beings control the weather?
Simple ways to overcome stress.
Video games cause a lot of stress
People who spend their time playing video games are more prone to depression
Video games can enhance people’s brain and muscles coordination
Children who play video games have faster responses
How will gaming look ten years from now?
Virtual reality affects people’s perception
Living without computers is impossible
A video game can be the easiest way to teach kids
Watching people playing video games is as fun as watching real sports like football matches
Will playing video games cause behavior problems?
The gaming industry is affecting every aspect of our lives
Video games are not popular among kids only
Playing video games with random people online
Spending money to explore space is going to improve life for humans
Using genetically modified foods is bad for our health
Using painkillers is not healthy
The scientific world is changing way too fast
Human beings should depend more on renewable energy
The power of crystal healing can improve our mental and physical health
Cancer is the most critical disease that doctors should research now
How your diet can cause the onset of different health conditions
Using supplements should be controlled
Coming up with guidelines that control stem cell research
How can science be used to improve the lives of physically challenged individuals?
Proper research is needed to write a short essay
High-school and middle-school students should be trained to do PowerPoint presentations
Improving students’ presentation skills
Should uniforms be obligatory in schools?
Should there be separate classrooms for boys and girls?
Students sent to boarding schools: A responsibility and a risk
The possible positive effect of spending a year as an exchange student
Cell phones shouldn’t be allowed in schools
Taking a year off school. Can it help you?
Hilarious games in the class can help shy students get along with others
A student’s grade: Is it a fair method of evaluation?
More political and legal measures should be taken to protect the environment
Keeping an animal away from its home will affect the environmental balance
Businesses have a serious obligation towards protecting the environment
There should be a strict policy against polluting the ocean
Should there be government policies against the use of disposable diapers?
Recycling paper is going to save our planet
Are we taking the right measures to get over the global warming issue?
Can child abuse and traumas lead to future mental disorders?
Can family history make children more prone to stress and anxiety?
How to run a business with your family?
Should children and teens be worried more about their privacy or safety?
Can video games be used in educating children and teens?
Having an older/younger sibling. The perks and the challenges
Internet censorship for kids, is it a must?
Children will still read books if they are interesting enough
Can the government promote non-college education for a higher income?
The problem of spending on biological weapons
Is the government really taking the right steps to eliminate cultural sensitivity?
To vote or not to vote: A question asked by a lot of people
Obesity in children is related to living a fast-paced life. What is the role of the government?
Getting a driving license: Is one test per lifetime enough?
Should smokers pay a health tax?
Is the government spending too much on the military sector?
Should the government-run a campaign to promote cultural diversity and tolerance?
How can writing a journal help you become a better person?
Reality shows affect people’s mental health
Song lyrics affect our lives in several ways
Should an artist comply with the rules set by society while working on a project?
Can a movie persuade you with something you don’t believe in?
Can action movies cause stress?
Reading inspirational and humorous quotes improves your mood
Why reading an informational article in a list form is easier
Studying religion is motivational
Remarkable stories about the ancient gods and goddesses
How to overcome conflicts and arguments between people who believe in different religions?
Should the argument that God exists be discussed in a classroom?
Emotional stories from the Bible can help people renew their belief
New age spirituality: A fact or a myth
Current vs. ancient interpretations of the Bible
Children should be allowed to choose their religion
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Trick-fucked is the term a couple of the guys back in BG coined. Not my hipster doofus friends, no, the other friends. The ones that tried to dress like they were in The Matrix but wound up looking like the Allentown Brothers. The ones that wore those creepy Marilyn Manson contact lenses on purpose. The ones where, to qualify as “the weird one” in the group, you had to wear a jester’s hat and that guy lost his virginity before you did. The ones where the “intellectual” of the group called you a bigot and a sheep running up to November 2016 and then blocked you on Facebook whole years after you forgot you were connected on Facebook. Those friends. The friends where you hear one of them moved to Boston and married a marine biologist and you sighed a heavy sigh of relief and you thought, “Thank fuck he got out,” and then you saw his brother on Facebook, guy pushing thirty, and he’s showing off his dental implants that make it look like he has fangs and you just... closed... your laptop and went the fuck outside. Those were the guys that coined the term trick-fucked, a term I rarely use because, let’s be adults about this, it sounds like a rape euphemism. It’s not. It means you got tricked so bad you got fucked.
Were you tricked? Yes.
Did you wind up fucked? Yes.
You got trick-fucked.
Just like I got trick-fucked today.
So I’m in the mood for an Italian sub and I Google “italian deli” and I get the standard answers and I see this joint called Buon Giorno. OK, I can fuck with this. Listing on Google Maps says seven point eight miles. Let’s click on this and...
Eleven miles? Hold on. Click back.
Seven point eight miles. Uh... Click and...
Eleven miles. OK, well show me on the map.
OK, listing says seven point eight miles, map says eleven. No biggie. This is in... Lilydale? Well, this is pleasant sounding. Lilydale. OK, how do I get there?
What?
No, I’ve been on that trail. You’ve got me doing some off-road shit and the trip is an hour and change by bike? I don’t know, man, I just posted a month ago that I’m over making forty five minute sandwich runs, why would I make an hour nine minute sandwich run? And that’s one way. Were talking almost two and a half hours round trip for an Italian sub. Isn’t there anywhere closer?
Hence Joe’s Market & Deli, up in Como. A lot closer, nobody has to go off road, I know the neighborhood, and it still matches my criteria of me never having been there before. Pictures show a bunch of burgers and burritos and shit on the menu but for once Yelp proved helpful and a guy wrote that he got their hot Italian sub every day. That is all I need. Get on the bike, head up to Como, pretty much following the path I took to get to work every day when I worked at UCare.
Pop in and there’s the menu board full of shit I don’t want and then there’s the menu board with what I’m looking for and they almost nabbed me at the “Philly” until I saw they used Swiss which, I’m looking around this place, I know what kind of Swiss they’re using:
If they were using a good Swiss, yeah, I have no problem with Swiss on a cheesesteak because then you could taste it. But no, skipping this and going for the Hot Italian which is...
Italian sausage, provolone (the most offensively flavorless thing Sysco manufactures), giardiniera, and red onions, $6.95.
OK [scratches ear] wait, so, is there a cold Italian? [looks around] No? Is there [looks on all the menu boards] I mean, I guess I could try this. At least it doesn’t have lettuce on it.
But where are the tomatoes? the banana peppers? the salami? the ham? the pepperoni? the Italian dressing? the oregano in a can they try to fool you into thinking is “Italian seasoning”? the mayonnaise they look you in the eyes and tell you is aioli? This is uh... uh... OK. I guess this is what I came for. I go up to the counter and order the Hot Italian. I buy a Mexican Squirt while I wait.
Quick aside, one time, Cody at the liquor store told me, “I saw a Mexican Squirt at Target.”
In response, I told him, “I saw a Mexican squirt on PornHub.”
Good night, everybody!
AAAhhh, still proud of myself for that one.
Anyway, while I’m waiting, the muzak is playing nineties Aerosmith and I’m not feeling it. At least yesterday at Lowry Hill Meats they were bumping Pixies playing “Where Is My Mind” and followed that with LCD Soundsystem’s “Daft Punk Is Playing At My House”. Hipstery? Yes. Dated? So very. More easily digestible than nineties Aerosmith? You betcha. When it comes to the Thunderdome between that doofy ass Daft Punk song and “Angel”, I’m picking the Daft Punk song every time.
This shit? This shit was gross.
Speaking of, how was my sandwich?
Well, let’s see. I know I’ve been a Negative Nancy Grace lately and my kneejerk reaction to this sandwich is I don’t like it but how can every sandwich I’ve eaten be bad or subpar? Something must be wrong with me. I must not be doing my job right. Because it can be something crafted with care like yesterday’s sandwich or something slapped together over a grill like my burger the day before and I’m just not into it.
What did I say about Cafe Limon? [goes back a few posts] OK, I liked it but I just kept shit real brief.
But knowing that I’ve been down on everything lately as I eat my sandwich, I force myself, “OK, asshole, get analytical. What’s going on here?”
OK, the Italian sausage, start there. Pro: You can sure taste the fennel. Con: They cut two links length wise and then arrange them perpendicular to the roll.
Cheese. Pro: Uh... pass. Con: You can’t fucking taste it because it’s fucking Sysco provolone.
Giardiniera. Pro: It’s not too spicy, the veggies are crisp, it’s evenly distributed. I have my suspicion that this is Marconi Mild. Con: It overwhelms all the other flavors on this sandwich.
Red onion. Pro: God chocked them full of folic acid and magnesium and that’s real good for your colon. Con: Couldn’t taste them.
Bread. Pro: Toasty crisp on the outside, airy and fluffy on the inside. Con: None.
You know the music that plays underneath that scene in A Christmas Story after Ralphie decodes the Little Orphan Annie code and he says, “A crummy commercial?” That was the music that accompanied my lunch. Because I didn’t investigate closer, I dove head first into a situation I knew nothing about, all I saw were the words “hot Italian” and I assumed it would be like an Italian but they would melt the cheese which I still think is not an unfair assumption and then I get to the place, I look at the menu and it turns out I got trick-fucked. By myself, by my assumptions, by that guy on Yelp. Who the fuck is that guy? Great, now I can’t find him. Oh, well.
Can I recommend this place?
Well, I have to go back to see what they do right because they’ve got some shitty reviews of varying quality but people who like them love them, swear by them, are over the moon for them so I have to go back and try something different.
Just like you can try something different with your very own copy of Batpussy: A Speculative Fiction available through Barnes & Noble for only $10.10. (Lighten up, I’ve sold only three copies. I need to pimp myself.) This beautiful austere paperback speculates lies, that’s right, just straight up lies about how the actual movie that actually exists, Batpussy was made.
You’ll meet draft dodgers, dishonorable discharges, abused women, abusive women, racists, so many racists, and they all fuck each other and do coke and speed together and there’s a tie-in to a nationwide car theft network, it’s really bonkers, I think you’ll really like it.
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10 Basic Life Skills You Must Master Before Moving Out on Your Own
In a 2016 study from the Pew Research Center, the millennial generation was deemed more likely to live at home for an extended stay, with 15% of 25- to 35-year-olds currently residing with their parents.
While some studies suggest that this percentage is due to the current labor market, cost of living and a high amount of student loan debt, others conclude that it stems from a lack of basic life skills, like money management and personal care.
It’s been addressed, both satirically and realistically, that they were never taught basic life skills to begin with. However, this doesn’t mean that millennials can’t find independence.
If you’re looking to move out on your own and don’t know exactly what to expect or where to start, we’ve broken down the 10 most basic life skills you should know before venturing out on your own.
Grocery Shopping and Cooking
According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, you need to be able to fulfill the most basic needs (food and water) in order to survive. It doesn’t take a psychologist to know that in order to achieve those needs, you need to learn how to grocery shop.
Luckily, we live in a day and age that makes this pretty simple and inexpensive. There are free grocery store apps that help you make lists, manage your money and store your coupons.
If you don’t have the time to go grocery shopping, and you have a little extra money to pay for delivery, grocery subscription services are a great way to save time and bring the grocery store to your door.
However, when you first move out on your own, you’ll find that grocery shopping is the easy part. Cooking becomes the tricky task when you’re short on time, but even if you only have a few hours and basic organizational skills, you can try meal prepping.
At the beginning or end of the week, think about how many meals you’ll need for the coming days and prepare them ahead of time, storing your prepared meals inside your fridge in microwavable-safe plastic containers or glassware. On the day you’ll need that meal, all you need to do is pull it out of the fridge and heat it up.
Cleaning and Organization
You might have hoped that moving out on your own meant an end to the dreaded chore list. Unfortunately, having your own place means that you’re on your own when it comes to cleaning and organization.
There’s no secret to making cleaning easier or more enjoyable, but you can make it doable. If you make it point to clean up after yourself after cooking, using the bathroom or even hosting a gathering, it won’t be as big of a mess as it would be if you only cleaned biweekly.
When the time comes to clean, go room by room and outdoors (if you have an outdoor living space). If you’re looking for inexpensive and less harmful products to clean your home with, you can use natural home cleaners – some you can even make using ingredients found in your own cupboards.
One way you can achieve a more organized home is by living a minimalistic lifestyle. Besides eliminating clutter, it can benefit your finances and even lower your stress levels. However, if minimalism isn’t your cup of tea and you have the budget to buy new furniture, you can always buy furniture that doubles as storage, allowing you to organize some of the free-floating clutter in your home. We’ll discuss furniture options later in the post.
Doing Your Laundry and Dry Cleaning
Laundry is another one of those chores that’s inescapable and you may find unenjoyable, no matter how you spin it. However, there are a few things you can do to make laundry easier, and a few involve a little extra reading on the clothing labels.
First, check to see how often your clothing needs to be washed because you might be over-washing. For example, some experts suggest that you only need to wash jeans and other outer clothes, like dress shirts and khakis, every two – three wears. Additionally, bed sheets can go up to two weeks in between washes.
You also need to make sure you’re reading clothing tags to make sure you’re washing things correctly. There are several symbols that explain the temperature, cycle and special washing instructions for your clothes that can save them from being ruined.
Regardless of what your parents may have told you, you might not need to sort your lights from your darks. Modern fabrics are made to be colorfast, meaning the dye won’t bleed in the wash. While you might want to watch your newly purchased items (like blue jeans), most of the time you can combine your laundry into one load, saving on time, money and energy.
Lastly, you should also know when to call in the professionals – the dry cleaners, that is. If the label reads “dry-clean only,” don’t leave it up to chance, especially if the fabric is silk, acetate, velvet, wool or taffeta.
Taking Care of Yourself
Living on your own can be exciting, but it can also be stressful: financially, physically and emotionally. While it’s important to learn to take care of your space, it’s more important to learn how to take care of yourself.
Part of this means looking out for your physical health by scheduling regular doctor appointments. Even if you’re still on your parents’ health insurance, you need to make sure you’re scheduling your routine dental and medical appointments.
If you’re on your own insurance, make sure you first check your health care benefits to see what they cover and how much your copays are. You’ll also want to check to see if your doctors take your insurance and are in your network. Knowing this ahead of time will help eliminate any surprise costs.
On top of scheduling and keeping your health care appointments, you can also stay on top of your health and wellness by eating healthily and exercise regularly. Make healthy choices daily, such as taking the stairs instead of an elevator as often as you can.
Lastly, make sure you’re also taking care of your mental health and wellness. Getting enough sleep, eating well and living an active lifestyle can positively impact your mood, but if you still find that you need help, it’s best to talk to your health care professional about your mental health. They’ll be able to give you advice and help you live a mentally healthy lifestyle.
Managing Your Time
So much goes into living alone, and we haven’t touched on working and managing your money yet! Whether you’re balancing your personal life with work or school, time management is an important life skill to master.
The basics of time management boil down to keeping an organized schedule. If you’re in school, keep a calendar of your classes, assignment due dates and major exam dates. If you have a job, keep a log of major meetings and projects. Additionally, if you have a job with a variable schedule, make sure you’re keeping a log of the days and times you work.
The key is to sit down on a daily or weekly basis and schedule your time on a calendar or to-do list. By doing this, you’ll be able to see open time slots to designate for doing laundry, cleaning your space, going grocery shopping and scheduling doctor’s appointments.
Enter the 21st century by keeping an electronic calendar either on your smartphone or computer. Google Calendar is a great way to organize and share your schedule with others, if needed, and it has an app.
Getting a Job
If you don’t already have a part-time or full-time job, you’ll likely want to get one in order to have a source of income to pay your living expenses. And whether you’re in college applying part-time at a coffee shop or looking to start your career, the ideas of job hunting and applying are pretty consistent across the board.
First, you’ll need a winning résumé, with optimized information that’s applicable to the job you’re applying for. Share your previous work experience, your education and your skills sets in a clean and concise manner. Make sure to have someone look it over before you start submitting it to open positions.
Next, make sure your social media is clean and professional. Update your LinkedIn profile with your most up-to-date information, and, if necessary, clean up your Facebook, Instagram and Twitter accounts. More often than not, your potential employer will look at your social media before extending a job offer; an unprofessional social media scene could be a road block that prevents you from receiving an offer.
Get ready for the in-person interview by printing multiple copies of your résumé, researching the company history and culture, and dressing in professional attire.
First impressions are important in a job interview, so make sure you make eye contact, maintain a good posture and listen intently to the employers in the room, asking questions to show you’re genuinely interested in the company and the position.
After the interview, type up a professional, thank-you email to the people who interviewed you. It goes a long way in the hiring process!
Managing Your Money
If you have a job, learning how to manage your money is must when it comes to paying bills, managing your credit and even saving money. It all boils down to learning how to budget.
One method you can use is the 50/20/30 rule, with 50% going to essentials (such as rent, utilities, transportation costs and groceries), 20% going to your savings and debt obligations (such as student loans or credit card debt), and the remaining 30% for entertainment or other non-essentials. While this method might not work for everyone, it’s best to learn to live within your means, not spend more than you make.
This is especially important when it comes to building good credit. You want to show a history of responsible borrowing and repayment, so using more than 10% – 30% of your credit utilization ratio, or making a late payment, will reflect poorly on your credit score.
Building good credit is important when it comes to your financial future. For example, without a good credit score, it might make it more difficult to get a loan for a mortgage or automobile, as it could affect your interest rate. It could even affect your ability to rent an apartment.
It can be hard to achieve independence without a credit card. If you’re wary about owning one, try starting out with a secured credit card.
If you’re just starting out in your job or your career, and paying off debt, you might find it hard to save. But even putting aside a few dollars each paycheck will eventually add up. Put your focus first on saving for emergencies (a job loss, a car issue) so that an unforeseen event won’t knock you off your financial foothold.
Renting vs. Buying
When you’re financially ready (you’ve built up your savings and have a decent credit score) to move out, one of the first decisions you’ll have to make is whether you’re renting or ready to buy a home.
Sometimes it’s financially feasible to start by renting a home. If you’re moving out on your own for the first time, you might only need a small amount of space, and an apartment is more manageable. It’s also a good option for those who might want to build up their credit or save money for a down payment or even for those who might move a lot and don’t want to go through the process of selling a home.
Starting out in an apartment is a normal first step of independence. However, if you start to find that you’re overpaying on rent, it may make more financial sense to buy a home.
Home buying is a major milestone and can be an exciting step to independence; however, it’s a serious decision with some factors to take into consideration. For example, you might be able to get a lower monthly mortgage payment than what you might be paying rent-wise, but remember that there are additional costs of homeownership, like home repairs, property taxes, homeowners insurance and general maintenance that you might not experience when renting.
Not to mention, the down payment alone can require some serious saving. You could go for the traditional 20% down, but there are other low down payment options, such as 3.5% down on an FHA loan, that you can pursue. Either way, saving for a down payment requires a little discipline and time.
Buying a home makes sense for those who want to invest in their home. By making your mortgage payments, you’re building equity in your home, which can come in handy later for home improvement projects or selling your home.
Making the decision to rent or buy a home ultimately comes down to your finances. If you find you’re in a place where you need to save money and get comfortable with budgeting and paying bills, start with renting. If you’re ready to make the leap into homeownership, talk to a lender about your goals and needs.
Buying Home Furnishings
Furniture is one of the hidden costs of moving out on your own. Sure, you may have a bed and maybe a few dressers you can use in your new space, but you might not have a few other necessities.
You want to make sure you have the finances to purchase the bare necessities of furniture, such as a table, chairs and some sort of alternative seating area (e.g., a sofa or chaise). This allows you to have a space to relax outside of your bedroom.
In addition to furniture, you’ll also need other living necessities that might not come to mind right away, like dishware, kitchen cookware and dining utensils, as well as cleaning supplies and garbage cans. They may not sound like a lot, but these little things can add up. The best way to prepare is by making a checklist of items you use on a daily or weekly basis and use it during your new shopping trip.
Start by financing these needs before getting into decorations and other non-essentials. If you don’t have the budget to buy new furniture, consider a cost-effective alternative by buying pre-owned furniture. Thrift stores, garage sales and estate sales can come in handy to furbish your new space.
It might not be your style, but you can always buy new, more-trendy furniture down the road when you have the financial means to do so. If you’re nervous about buying used, there’s always decent places for new, affordable home décor.
No matter what, make sure you’re prioritizing the essentials both financially and in the rooms you use the most to ensure you’re able to fill your new space in a budget-friendly way.
Mastering Basic Home Maintenance
If you’re renting your first place, maintenance is a little more lax on your end. Your property owner should take care of the most major repairs, at no extra cost to you, depending on your rental agreement. This includes electrical, plumbing, utility malfunctions and basic lawn care.
Make sure you read your rental agreement thoroughly before signing and ask what, if anything, you’ll be financially responsible for fixing.
If you’re a homeowner, the responsibility falls solely into your hands.
If you’re living on your own, you should learn how to perform basic household tasks like unclogging a toilet or drain, tackling a flooded basement and what to do if you lose power. You’ll also want to make sure you own some basic home maintenance tools to get any job done.
You can also call a professional for help, but be prepared to pay out of pocket (this is where the emergency savings comes in handy!). But if you’re willing to put in a little elbow grease and watch a YouTube tutorial or two, some tasks can be handled DIY-style.
Deciding to move out on your own can be exciting, but it also comes with a lot of financial, physical and mental preparation and dedication. By following this guide, you could be on your way to independence with the confidence of understanding basic life skills.
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