u/Imaginary_Teaching65

Was on SS brands for a number of months back in late of last year. Side effects got bad enough that I ended up in the ER after getting bad spasms and jerking when I tried sleeping and got on a week of bup. Stayed off for around 4 months, but back to using daily kratom caps instead. The last 2 months or so I started using again, though sparingly at first - only on weekends then none during the week kind of thing.

With the announcement of the ban and everything I kinda went back in a bit this month - back to 150-300mgpd, telling myself it was a last hurrah and trying to chase the feeling that one brand, named after a popular movie, was giving me on occasion. TMK results said these were testing positive for some emgee so I think that's what was giving me the nod that I craved. Despite this it would also have me feeling like shit at times and being very lethargic and dizzy a majority of the time.

Decided to get some more bup today and plan to induce for a short while starting tomorrow after taking a different brand today, which I don't think has pseudo or emgee in it as it doesn't get me messed up at all really. So using that for a day to step down off of the other synthetics stuff a bit to hopefully reduce any risk of PWD. Gonna try not to take any in the morning and give it at least 12 hours before taking any bup and start at a low dose.

Hoping they pull this shit off the counters here in a cpl weeks so I don't have to think about it ever again and use this quit cycle to stay off the kratom caps for good too. Tired of chasing a feeling that is no longer achievable and damaging my body and mind in the process. Wishing everyone the best of luck in their journeys.

Hello,

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1.). I was looking at booking my first cruise and the ship is Freedom of the Seas. I am mostly through the booking process and don't see any options for drink or food packages. Is that something you pay for in advance or do you add it on once you're on the ship? Under the addons tab I only see Dining Experience, Gratuities, and Travel Protection. I haven't went through the entire process yet but was just wondering where these other options are at.

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2.). The cruise I'm looking at arrives back at port at 6AM according to the itenirary. Would an 825am flight be pushing it too close? I imagine that the itenirary can vary depending on conditions so what is the general recommendation regarding flights? Should I plan to arrive back like 4-5 hours before my flight just to be safe?

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Thanks in advance.

Hello, I'm debating between these two options to add to my desk chair for improved posture and *hopefully* reduced pain. Hoping to get some input from anyone who has tried either or both and what they would recommend or if there is some other product better than either of those options.

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Use-case: Work from home full-time and like to game. Currently have a secret lab "gaming" chair which is definitely not the best or most comfortable option but a Herman Miller is just out of my budget. Looking to add something to increase comfort and reduce pain.

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Examples of the products I'm considering:

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C Cushion "style": https://a.co/d/08uDmsgc

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Purple Mat: https://a.co/d/0frTlP2N

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Thanks.

Hello,

Recently upgraded to S26U and went with the Otterbox Defender Pro at time of purchase because AT&T only carried that model (lol) and didnt want to walk out without a case on my device. I still have time to return it and have been considering different options.

Pros:

Device feels secure

Have used OB on most of my devices for a decade

Bulk doesnt really bother me

The rubber texture on the outside provides decent grip

Cons:

Price

Aesthetics

Bulk

With this phone I will be trying to migrate to Magsafe accessories for the first time ever and have heard mixed opinions regarding how well they work. From what I understand the Defender Pro does support Magsafe but due to thickness the magnet strength isnt particularly very strong. I have some accessories arriving today that I will test with to confirm..

I also purchased a Spigen Tough Armor as a secondary option and the magnet does feel a bit stronger (I assume because the case is thinner?). The only downside to the Spigen is the back and sides are more of a slick, untextured surface so I feel like it might be easier to lose grip on. Having a kickstand built into the case is a huge plus though.

Does anyone have experience using the Defender Pro with magsafe accessories and if so, which accessories and how well do they adhere? I've also considered maybe switching to the Defender Pro XT if the mag isnt strong enough on the pro alone.

Thanks.

Edit: I just got my popsocket kick-out magsafe adapter and it holds to the case really well. All my previous doubts are gone.

Recently upgraded from S22U to S26U. I was using standard cable chargers, car mounts, and pop sockets but want to switch to Magsafe and wireless to get up to speed. I've always bought Otterbox over the years despite the extra bulk out of caution.

I've seen a few case designs with and without bottom kickstands and some built-in ring stands in the magnetic ring. My ideal setup is a builtin bottom kickstand and just open (no builtin addons on the mag ring) but with solid protection. I've checked the brands at my local phone stores and bestbuy but they are very limited in selection.

I want the open mag area so I can attach a popsocket style finger loop for daily use but then easily pop it off for wireless charging/car mounting if possible. If the finger loop was builtin somehow but didnt affect its ability to mount to wireless chargers that would be even better but I havent seen anything like that yet (just foldable kickstand rings).

I got the Otterbox Pro Defender at time of purchase but still have a week or so to return it. Any recommendations?

Thanks.