u/Gracilis67

I'm a nurse and unfortunately don't even get paid sick time (of course, if symptoms are so debilitating, I will call in sick but I'm trying to avoid that).

I work 12-hour shifts and really cannot afford to be running to the bathroom all day lol.

For those who’ve done treatment, how bad was the diarrhea (if you had any)? Were you still able to work normally?

I do have surgically diagnosed (and excised) endometriosis stage 3. Before that, I had very painful bowel movements. It’s a lot better now.

But I’m always constipated despite eating a lot of fiber and doing pelvic floor exercises. I can feel poop stuck in my rectum.

When I am on the toilet I need at least 30 MINS to push!!

Anyone else??

My hospital is not that easy to get approved for day shifts only. And I don't have a medical reason.

I work part-time so we are required to work both days and nights (unless you have a medical exemption). Many nurses on my unit want to get day shifts so it's hard to find someone who likes nights only.

My unit is ALWAYS short staffed so getting hours is not a problem. has anyone done this?

I don't want to switch units because I enjoy my unit and don't want to go through the hassle of learning all over again in a new speciality.

I posted this in another subreddit but I'm Indian so I thought I should also ask here.

I’m a nurse that’s always working so between shifts I just head home, take a shower and sleep. Rinse and repeat.

I’ve been using UberEats to eat but it’s just too expensive. I need to stop. I have a few days off coming up soon so I was thinking of meal prepping for an entire month.

I live in a shoebox condo so my freezer storage is not that great. I could fit in two weeks worth of meals.

Any suggestions?

I’m not new to cooking so I have experience. I’m Indian so the dishes I usually cook take a long time to come together.

I’m a nurse that’s always working so between shifts I just head home, take a shower and sleep. Rinse and repeat.

I’ve been using UberEats to eat but it’s just too expensive. I need to stop. I have a few days off coming up soon so I was thinking of meal prepping for an entire month.

I live in a shoebox condo so my freezer storage is not that great. I could fit in two weeks worth of meals.

Any suggestions?

I bought organic cotton sheets from Simons (I live in Canada). I can’t remember the thread cotton unfortunately.

I still sweat so much even with the A/C. Does the sheet have to be cotton percale?

My mattress cover is not made of cotton though so can that contribute to the problem?

We have Simons but the bedding sheets are neutral. I want bright colours. I’ve heard of Homey bedding but I read the quality is not good.

Any suggestions on where I can get colourful bedsheets in Toronto (or even online that ships to Canada)?

I'm trying to find a therapist with ERP in Toronto but I need to get this off my chest.

I'm a nurse in an ICU setting. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE working in this kind of environment. But it's also high-stakes. My mind cannot stop obsessing over minor mistakes and keep turning it into a CATASTROPHIC outcome. I cannot stop logging into my computer and search for real-life scenarios of nurses losing their licenses. What if I lose my license?!

I made a mistake a few years ago and even my manager shrugged it off. Even the patient wasn't even harmed. But to this day, I still think about it. It's the first thing on my mind when I wake up (and I struggle with depression, so I sleep for hours and hours).

My psychiatrist diagnosed me with mod OCD and put me on Zoloft. But I still struggle. Please tell me it gets better.

Other than skincare.

I was thinking of purchasing a pillow there because I always wake up with stiff shoulders.

Anything else that I should check out?

I tried this tandoori chicken and realized that I should have used red chilli powder instead of Kashmiri. I find that Kashmiri does not give that much spice.

Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!!

First marination:

*1 tsp of Kashmiri red chilli powder 

*2 tsp of lemon juice 

*1 tablespoon of ginger, garlic and green chilli paste 

*Salt 

Second marination:

*6 tablespoons of curd

*5 tsp of Kashmiri red chilli powder 

*1/4 tsp of turmeric

*1/2 tsp of cumin powder 

*1/2 tsp of garam masala 

*1/2 tsp of cardamom powder 

*1 tsp of kasuri methi 

*1/8 tsp of salt 

*3 tbsp of oil 

So heartbreaking. The storytelling is beautiful. I want to read more historical fiction books - any recommendations would be appreciated!

I saw a psychiatrist at Sunnybrook Hospital and he diagnosed me with moderate OCD. I am on Zoloft but he strongly recommended ERP. The ERP program at the same hospital has a long waiting list.

Many therapists claim to know how to treat OCD but it's just talk therapy. Any recommendations would be appreciated!

I’m 32 F and still never had a boyfriend. And no, I’m not religious or saving myself for marriage.

I’m not asexual. I DO want sex. I faced a lot of trauma in my childhood and 20s so that was a major setback.

Everyone at work is getting engaged/married or having a baby. Whereas I can’t even get a date. I’m just average looking.

I tried dating apps but I kept getting sexual DMs. I tried to put myself out there by joining classes, groups, etc. Nothing.

I feel so behind.

Seriously. I need 10 business days to recover from how so good this book was.

I want thriller books that are as excellent.

I really enjoy living in my condo located in Yorkville. It’s a 1+1. Rent-controlled. Has an amazing view of the skyline. Has all amenities.

I currently pay $2300 plus utilities. I love this area as I’m a few mins away from the Yonge-Bloor station.

My landlord doesn’t even bother me. Quick to repair when asked. I asked him about a discount and unfortunately he said no because he’s also struggling to pay bills.

Should I move out? I am afraid of having a slumlord.

I'm still getting the hang of it. I was making chana masala (using canned chickpeas). I used 1.5 onions and 1 large tomato. You can still taste a bit of tomato even though I made sure that there was oil separation after adding spices.

I added a bit of yogurt. But when you taste the curry, the tomato flavour is overriding the spices (chilli powder, turmeric, coriander).

Any suggestions?

Groceries are the biggest expense other than rent for me. I want to eat healthy but seems like vegetables are getting more expensive.

How much are you able to save per paycheque?