The Official Adam Pascal Love Thread, part six- Page 91

[Billboard Girl]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:42pm

I get kinda nauseous when I see blood.

[sweetestsiren]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:46pm

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 can't believe his brother was Giles on Buffy!

I never would've known that!

[Chloe]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:47pm

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.

[CanadianSnowbird]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:48pm

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 ****.

[JLSatUD]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:48pm

Does the tongue being there actually help, or is it something to focus on? I will try that the next time I need it.

How are you doing on the book?

[luvtheEmcee]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:50pm

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.

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[Musical_nerd]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:50pm

Alright, now I'm popping out of this thread since I'm lost..

I'll be back another day when I feel adventurous.

[CanadianSnowbird]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:51pm

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.

[Musical_nerd]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:51pm

Emcee, I saw that secret and kinda felt insulted myself.. especially by some of the stuff they were saying about bwwers.

[Katt]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:52pm

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. :)

[Chloe]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:52pm

If I recall JL, the yoga rationale has something to do with connecting chakras, but the focus idea makes sense too.

I've read a lot of the book and it's fascinating and very moving. Now I want everyone to hurry up and get it so we can discuss it in a coherent way.

[luvtheEmcee]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:54pm

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.

Chloe, you're talking about Without You?

[JLSatUD]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:54pm

Me too, Chloe.

(Sending vibes to Amazon and all those other places that have yet to deliver books to the those of you still waiting!)

Just drive here and I'll lend you my copy. I hate not talking about it with all of you! :)

[CanadianSnowbird]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:55pm

Since when did they start censoring us?

[orangeskittles]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:58pm

They've always censored certain swear words. PricK, pUssy, SH*T and a few others always get starred out.

[Katt]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 9:58pm

How is pricK a swear word? I know it means a rude or uptight person...but I wouldn't consider it swearing.


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[JLSatUD]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 10:01pm

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. :)

[Billboard Girl]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 10:03pm

You can get around the censors by using accent marks on the vowels in the "bad" words

[orangeskittles]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 10:04pm

Eh, I just edit out a vowel myself. Less effort involved, and the point still gets across.

"Sarcasm doesn't involve profanity unless in limmerick form."

[CanadianSnowbird]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 10:05pm

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?

[Billboard Girl]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 10:05pm

Hee. Wit, too

[xoxRogue]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 10:06pm

I love getting my blood drawn.

...

::walks away::

[Allie]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 10:06pm

You can't even type the wine c****nay, because it has h-a-r-d-o-n in the middle, which is absolutely ridiculous.

[Katt]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 10:06pm

I would send you my copy, but I think it would arrive a little late.

[CanadianSnowbird]

Posted: 2/11/06 at 10:08pm

Heehee. C****nay. At least now I know how to spell it.