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I’ve been unemployed for quite some time so I have watched a lot of the movies I wanted to on streaming.

That said, I finally got a job offer that starts in 2 weeks, so I want to end my free time on a high note.

I prefer CIA/Espionage and War type movies, but I also can’t pass up a good horror/thriller or comedy, snd true crime shit is also in my wheelhouse, so this is pretty open ended. Just want to find some hidden gems I may have missed.

Thanks!

I (34M) have been diagnosed with psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis, and neuropathy, so my walking is very unbalanced.

I’ve recently started thinking about getting something to help support me, and I really don’t know the difference between the two, and was wondering if you all had any suggestions?

For reference, with my health issues I really can’t feel my feet when walking, especially on uneven terrain, and walking up steps is a fucking nightmare if there are no handrails, so I want something to help with the both of those.

Thanks!

I remember watching the first two episodes or so, and thought it was pretty interesting…now I see they are like 20 episodes deep.

I haven’t watched much Neebs lately, outside the dumpster videos, but was thinking about picking up on this series, because it seems like they enjoy it.

What do yall think?

Y’all should check out this musician named Ren. He has suffered most of his life with autoimmune issues, from Lyme Disease, causing additional neurological and mental issues…and is he is very talented and relatable.

I’d suggest listening to his song Hi Ren first, all the way through, and just digest the lyrics as best as you can. Sick Boi would be the next song on the list.

I haven’t found a musician I relate to more than him since I’ve come down with my neuropathy issues, especially after learning more about his personal struggles.

Edit: he is not just a rapper, so even if you get a bit off put by the start of Hi Ren, he is more of a storyteller ultimately, and I just encourage you to listen to the lyrics 🫶

I’ve always been an entrepreneur at heart, and am currently unemployed, primarily due to my health issues, so I was curious if yall had any sort of business ideas that would be viable startups to help people in our situation?

I obviously don’t want to capital on our illness, I truly just want to help, and also make some cash to help my family while I figure my own shit out, but open to talking with anyone that may have any ideas.

I have some of my own than I’m working on (outside this community), but would really love to do something to help us all (that doesn’t require millions upon millions in research) 🫶

Podiatrist prescribed them, fighting insurance about covering it, but just wondering if it’s even worth it.

Anyone gotten orthopedic shoes to help with their neuropathy?

I have an appointment coming up to get some, so just curious if/how they helped you?

I have peripheral neuropathy, supposedly caused by my psoriatic arthritis (34m), so just seeing if these may help to regain some of my “normal” life.

So I used to be a pretty good bowler back in the day…230-240 avg, 2nd in state, won a couple tourneys, etc. Then, I just kind of lost interest and let it go after college.

Fast forward to a few weeks before my neuropathy symptoms started, I was just thinking about getting back into it…but then things just became a giant cluster fuck, as my feet became sore and my balance became shit.

Now, 1.5 years into it, I’ve started thinking about trying bowling again…but I’m still concerned, because the feelings in my feet are still shit, and my balance in general is not good, so I’m very hesitant on this and was just looking to see if anyone has had success in bowling with neuropathy and what helped you if so.

Thanks!

I had a nice job, 6 figures, but got laid off early 2025 after I was diagnosed and started having physical/mental issues…

Primarily, I work in data and analytics, so I’ve had a few contract jobs since then, but this market is so flooded now that it’s so hard to lock down a job these days…so I’ve been thinking about going into the trades.

Are there any jobs someone like us could actually hold down? I can’t stand for long, or lift heavy material (34m), so I’m always looking for desk jobs…but if I switched careers, do yall have any suggestions?

I (35m) have had neuropathy and psoriatic arthritis for the last 1.5 years.

Taking showers is one of my biggest fears, because I know it’s dangerous and I need shit to hold on to whenever I close my eyes to wash my hair/face and such…

So, I have taken to just constantly sitting in the bottom of the shower, to reduce the risk of falls, but I still get nervous trying to enter the shower, stand back up after I’m done, and exit the shower…because they are all fall risks.

It hasn’t happened yet, but I just constantly worry that it will, so I’m curious what you all have done to help in this area. I’m kind of embarrassed to get a shower stool, but if that’s what I need, then it is what it is. My wife and family are very supportive of me, but I just kinda feel sad even thinking about needing something like that at this age…

Appreciate any input you may have. I’m getting ready for bed so may not respond much, but looking forward to what you all may have to say. Thank you.

My wife has been extremely helpful and supportive, but it has definitely created some stress and tension in our relationship, given that I’m no longer fully able to keep up with her and the family.

It’s definitely been a bit rough lately, but I’m wondering what you all may have experienced/done to make things work for the better?

I know she understands what I’m dealing with, but it’s hard for me to understand what she’s also dealing with in these circumstances.

For reference, we are both almost 35, with 2 kids…just looking for some insight.

I have almost always worn sandals, my entire life, but since I got neuropathy about a year and a half ago I can’t safely wear them.

I got some Oofos (I think that’s the name), but the biggest issue is that I can’t feel when my feet are slipping out of them, and it causes me to trip. So, I got some Crocs, but I HATE the bumps they all have on the sole of the foot, so I refuse to wear those.

Do you guys have any recommendations on sandals (nothing between the toes), that actually stay on your feet when walking and don’t have to worry about them slipping off?

I saw an ad about Bombas today where they have a raised back of their sandal to help prevent them slipping off, which made me think about asking this here and getting your thoughts.

Edit: thank you everyone for all the suggestions. I will definitely take some time today to look into these, as I’ve not heard of many of them. Much appreciated!