"There was this one time an alarm went off - it was in the middle of '24.' That's just wrong. Everyone knows everyone was watching '24' at that time."
--NYU student quoted in the Washington Square News about students ignoring the frequent fire alarms in dorms
Thanks for the info, guys. I just figured I'd ask because one of the things I'm studying is heart rate in phobias, and usually heart rate speeds up and the person has panic attack-like symptoms of intense fear. For that category, though, a lot of times heart rate speeds up at first but then slows down and blood pressure drops, which causes fainting. It's kind of a fear vs. disgust thing, maybe.
Anyway, enough about that. Although it does remind me that I'm scheduled to donate blood on Wednesday...
I was just reading about everyone's phobias and panic attacks. I don't know if it would help in those kind of extreme situations, but I have a breathing exercise I use when I'm anxious. It really helps.
You put the tip of your tongue behind your front teeth, up against that little mound of flesh, and keep it there during the whole exercise. Close your mouth and breathe in to a count of four, hold your breath for a count of seven, then form your lips into an O and blow out to a count of eight. It doesn't matter how fast or slow you count, as long as it's in a consistent rhythm. Go through the steps four times.
This is from yoga, I believe, but I got it from one of Dr. Andrew Weil's books.
Skittles, that's exactly how it happens for me, but for all needles. As long as I concentrate on squeezing my hand, I'm ok. That's why I hate it when people talk to me. If something happens that's not supposed to, then I get really freaked out and panicky.
*WARNING - bad needle stories*
I was getting a CAT scan, and the IV tube fell out of the needle, that scared me. Another time the lady was talking to me, and missed the friggin vein, and had to use my other name. And then, the b*tch, who I've obviously have not forgiven, had the nerve to say "No wonder you have needle issues". No ****.
raaaawr. Someone began yet ANOTHER thread about secret #5.
At this point, I just can't help but think that IF it's what the "devil's advocate" person said has any truth, I don't get why Raúl would have a problem with me online but not in person.
Mehhhh.
I hate needles. If I don't watch, I do better, but... ugh.
Chloe, that probably wouldn't help me. I have stupid wires on the back of my teeth, I'd end up cutting my tongue with the pressure I'd be putting on it.
Em, just don't dwell on it. I'm sure that there is no truth about it. I think it's just the maker that has a problem with it, because they are jealous that you've met him. :)
This afternoon, I was definitely laughing over it. At least I can laugh about it, right? But when another opportunity for someone go be like "he hates her" comes up, then it gets on my mind again.
What if I wanted to tell you all that my **** cat pricked his paw on something sharp in his litter box while he was ****ting? They would censor me and that'd be just plain unfair. :)
You can get around the censors by using accent marks on the vowels in the "bad" words
"There was this one time an alarm went off - it was in the middle of '24.' That's just wrong. Everyone knows everyone was watching '24' at that time."
--NYU student quoted in the Washington Square News about students ignoring the frequent fire alarms in dorms
I'm just annoyed because the FAQ said swear words were allowed, but not to go overboard. I don't think I've been particularly a pottymouth on this board.
Anyone want to let this poor girl stuck in small town Ontario read their copy?
"There was this one time an alarm went off - it was in the middle of '24.' That's just wrong. Everyone knows everyone was watching '24' at that time."
--NYU student quoted in the Washington Square News about students ignoring the frequent fire alarms in dorms