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@Matt23 sounds like you should be good sharing this with clients

I think once a brain has become addicted to a substance, that tendency to fall back will be there throughout your whole life. I heard a quote in a movie once that sounded a bit harsh but realistic "once an addict, always an addict". This means you may need to be on the lookout throughout your whole life now even if you quit. Same for any addiction out there. I don't believe the desire ever goes away 100% That being said, millions of people have quit and so can you. Books have been written, and courses and seminars are out there. Work of people who dedicated their life to addictions is at your fingertips for free. Don't expect an easy fight. The curve of withdrawal is a sinusoid curve rather than an upward linear curve with the drops gradually diminishing and the gains gradually increasing in timeline. You may fail many more times before you succeed so be prepared for that. Right now you just have to find something else that gives you that satisfaction and pleasure, cut yourself of all external sources that will invoke the desire (idle socialisation with people who have bad influence on you etc.) - and read the shit out of relevant literature (look into work of Anna Lembke, Gabor Matte and Alan Carr). Having a sense of purpose and vision for life may give you the dopaminergic drive you need and crave with nicotine. You probably already know what you need to do. Chemical withdrawal is a hell but you can ride that wave and win but extreme commitment is needed. Maybe you should go sit into oncology clinic for respiratory diseases for a few hours and observe patients coughing out blood into tissues - Or find someone with lung cancer and talk to them about their journey to understand that is a potential outcome if you don't quit. maybe what you need right now is negative motivation by fear before you can motivate yourself with passion and love.

Was the purpose of the course to teach you skills to apply with your clients? Is it a business course or personal use course? If the aim was to teach business, then you are probably fine. When in doubt, check with the original provider

Most of these websites are designed to sell you more nootropics. Important not to confuse sales information with properly resrarched review that is only offering information. Supplemental companies (especially in US where you can legally make healt claims on health products) notoriously exaggerate the magnitude of evidence to push more revenue. Examine.com do that information side of the job very well. Even at their non-premium, one may access incredible wealth of information. If you like them, sub for the premium, worth every penny

of course. Such is human nature. Corruption has always been and always will be part of human society. Each human is corruptible by nature, some more than other and some degrees of corruption are more obvious than other but no one is immune to this.

you're talking about the dark side of stage blue. How about government, public services, medical services, postal services, military, charities, court of justice, social services, hospitals, homeless shelters, utility services, waste disposal servcices - all of these are stage blue entities. Often owned by stage orange people but the essence of these services is very stage blue. You could say they have their downsides but imagine an existence without stage blue government , we are right back to tribal warfare and Borderlands 2 type of existence. Without stage blue institutions & laws things like , war, ISIS, genocided in Africa, childhood labour and slavery (also a trait of toxic stage blue), tribal warfare and suppression of human rights take hold. What about healthy stage blue values & principles? Honour, duty, discipline, kindness, faith, justice, equality, moral, ethics, code of conduct, education, hierarchy, Of course, there is lot of toxicity, dogmatism and controversy but every stage has two sides, don't throw out the baby with the bathwater. Not all stage blue people are medieval crusaders, kamikaze pilots and witch hunt inquisitors. What about a mother with strong family values who loves her children and devotes herself to them? A teacher who loves to educate ethics, a professor who finds joy in teaching history & philosophy, a police officer with a strong sense of justice, a tired but fulfilled paramedic who sits down at the end of a day on her couch after having saved 5 people from cardiac arrest, a politician who genuinely cares about the states of the country and does not participate in corruption such as Angela Merkel etc, a doctor who genuinely went into mediicne to help people, a volunteer at the local fire brigade....the list goes on.

Let's try to be kinder to eachother. You don't know anything about other people and the environment they have grown up in. Not every issue can be attributed to laziness and you need to take some time to appreciate how lucky you were if you were born to a normal family with normal financial background (I assume in Northern America) and untraumatized parents compared to if you were born to a mediocre family in Eastern Europe or Balkan region, a family potentially traumatised since the WW2 generation with just shitload of demons, unresoved stuff, mental blocks and limiting beliefs. There are people on this forum from all sorts of countries, families and environments. This sort of stage orange David Goggin type of motivation is just not possible for everyone. Sometimes compassion is more helpful than pep talk.

@Manny one of the ways is to spend more time with foreplay and oral sex. The more aroused your partner is, the easier it will be for her to achieve orgasm and the more satisfied you will feel before your own orgasm. You can always pull out when you feel the need and spend some time playing with her - that's probably the most effective technique. In the end, women don't care as much about ultra-performance as they care about connection, feelings and your love. Cuddle with her afterwards, give her a massage, laugh, fool around. The post-attention will be even more important to her than the sex itself.

Every perspective is subjective, biased and partial. Scientific research is able to control for a multitude of biases, confactors, able to run multivariate analysis, stratification etc just to minimise the amount of biased outcomes whether caused by the observed, the participant, the environment, the nature of the data gathering etc but ofcourse there is always a room for further bias and science is run by people who get tired, lazy and want to cut corners occasionally. Industry funding is an issue too that stands in the way of honest science. On the other hand, anyone who says that scientific research is just biased dogmatism is throwing out the baby with water but of course we must not religiously reject non-scientific perspectives either and render them invalid. There is lot to learn from scientific paradigms and certain dimensions of reality can be explored and explained by science fairly well (e.g. space exploration, medicine, biology, chemistry) and other not as much (consciousness, spirituality, thoughts & emotions, energetic component of the human existence, intuition etc.) The answer is that it is not as simple as that. It depends and that each case is different.

@Average Investor has done a lot of research as well as youtube videos on this topic. Maybe reach out to him via PM. I wouldn't be cheap with water purification but equally you don't need to spend thousands. 400-600 bucks should get you covered for a high quality standard filter.

It is probably not a placebo as the benefits have been well documented both mechanistically and in human RCTs but it is a green pharmacy. It does not fix the root cause of the issue, just medicates the symptoms through endocannabinoid receptor agonism. The underlying causes of that sleeplessness are probably coming from somewhere else and that root cause needs to be addressed.

You can always just use a paper calendar. I used to do that back in the days when I tracked my workouts in my mid 20s and to be honest, it was the best form of tracking I found. You just can't share it on social media if that's your thing tho.

3000 CAD converts to 2300 EUR which is just about the estimation I gave you for 80 EUR per day. If you don't participate in unnecessary spending, eat in expensive restaurants and sleep in hotels, it is doable. Accommodation and means of transport will be your major expenses so with good planning, you can save a lot of money on both. I would put an emergency fund at 4000/month if you can to keep a reserve for unexpected expenses just so that you don't run out of money.

congrats Gluten and wheat products are getting a lot of unjustified attacks. You can totally eat gluten-containing products in whole wheat forms and they can be super beneficial for your gut, your energy levels and mental clarity with zero risk to your health. That is if you are not coeliac ofcourse

I would even consider getting a regular one if you can't find a more "natural" product. The risk of getting sunburn consistently trumps any risk from those chemicals, whatever they may be. I would always rather apply a common commercial cream than not apply anything and get burned or even mildly reddened skin. That or dress up when exposed to sun after 1 pm

Urban Monastic is a winner for me. Sounds trendy, modern and inviting. It is easy to pronounce, and easy to remember and I would be ok recommending a place bearing such a name to others. Like, if I am a busy guy stressed the f.. out because I have a demanding corporate 9-5 job, and I am looking for some time to cool down, Urban Monastic sounds like the place to be. I also like the "Monktified MIndfulness" it almost sounds like Monkyfied (monkey rather than monk). Somehow that word "Monkified/Monkyfied" sounds attractive to me as a standalone without the "mindfulness" component which seems a bit overused. Not taking any copyright, it is yours to claim Urban Monastic also sounds kinda hipster (more stage green, because stage turquoise may be a bit scary to stage orange folks who are just exploring this topic) and so I am not worried of being judged and looked down upon as a "corporate materialist" when I go there because I will assume most of the people in there are similar to me. Just like when you got a yoga session at the gym rather than at the Yoga centre. Chances are many guys are pretty stiff and kinda awkward compared to going some Temple Zen Yoga for hardcore yogis and meditators. It always comes down to "who is your client". If they are turquoise people from this forum, then a different name fits better. If your clients are more stage Orange / Stage Green folks, the name fits perfectly. It can also be a mix. In the end, most people don't care about the name as much as the story they are telling themselves. Congrats on figuring your THING out!! Glad to see you making progress on that

13 countries in ca. 90 days gives you about 7 days on average per country which may be difficult if you want to experience that country, its culture, history, see popular sites and bigger cities. I would say at least 3 weeks per country for proper sampling is necessary but you can totally do with less. For example Norway-Sweden may be bunched nicely together even with Netherlands where some like Greece which is made of thousands of Islands will probably require a bit more time if you feel like sampling the Mediteranean vibe of islands like Zakynthos, Create etc. Italy also deserves at least 2-4 weeks just on its own because it is such an incredibly versatile country and the cultural and historical hub of Europe. Germany, France and Spain are insanely huge and very interesting all over the place so you'll have to be ruthlessly selective with the time spent. You will have to utilise a lot of train transport to see different popular sites which is going to cost a bit. Renting a car is sometimes the cheapest option In terms of budget, this is a difficult question. Some countries are cheaper than other. Generally the more West, the more expensive. France, Germany and Scandinavia will cost you significantly more than Serbia, Hungary or Greece. Travelling between countries will be one of the bigger expenses so the longer you can stay within the same country the more efficient you will learn to become. In some hitch-hiking is more common than in others. Overnight bus services may be some of the cheapest connections rather than flying or taking fast trains. I would put a reserve of 80 euro per day to make sure you account for more expensive accommodation if needed, unexpected expenses, sites, vitis, local travel etc. Clubbing in big European cities can go deep into your pockets so also account for that. So that totals to about 7200-7500 Euro. Round your total reserve up to 10,000 euros for emergencies, damages and unknowns. From experience, I would say you are likely to spend more, rather than less if you get over-excited. If you sleep in youth hostels, that cost will go down, if you prefer hotels with single room, it may go up. I know you said you do not prefer hostels but honestly, if you are young, want to meet girls, party and have some proper fun, you NEED to stay in youth hostels. I've experienced those a few times and in countries where this is popular, this is one of the best ways to have a great time relatively cheap. Most of these places are pretty safe despite living with 9 other people. Young travellers don't usually steal form each other. But overall for much better experience, I would cut it down to maybe 8-10 and spend much more time in each country. Ofcourse anything you choose will be the right thing for you All in all, sounds like an incredibly trip and an experience of a lifetime and you should definitely follow up on this. Hope that helps

As long as it is about making big gains, it is, by definition not holistic. Holistic fitness cares about longevity, vigour, energy, sexuality, mental clarity, unity of being. It cares about sustainability, mobility, speed, endurance and creating a strong core rather than having a big biceps or six pack. Holistic fitness is about meditative experiences and connection rather than narcicistic self-bulking, steroids, protein powders , preworkouts and fat burners and endless competition. You no longer compete with others because you see how competing is completely destroying the beauty of the process. You do not even compete against yourself you are in it merely for the joy, the love and for the mastery of your own body and of the process. Whatever activity or craft you choose to pursue that is individual but you ar unlikely to find roid using among holistic practitioners. Stretching and cool down exercises now become more common. One appreciates the complexity of the human body and a need for proper pre-training preparation. Holistic practitioners are also more likely to consume way more whole foods, more plants and fewer animal foods and they will stay away from the typical bodybuilding diet which is unsustainable once you start caring about long-term health. 100% vegan diets or even raw diets are not uncommon in the attempt to minimise the global suffering of species and the impact on the environment because one now understands he is no longer the centre of the universe (as do stage orange lifers perceive themselves) but he is now responsible for the global consciousness and for the suffering of other species. He understands all that death is not necessary anymore and that he or she can thrive on a low impact diet. At a holistic level of fitness it is no longer only about you and your gains. You bear the responsibility for everyone and everything that is part of that journey and that includes the 100s of pounds of animals and 1000s of eggs that stage orange bodybuilders consume.

Can you do something to temporarily cut yourself out from those. Could you get a cheap airbnb somewhere in the middle of nowhere and take a month to focus on your studies? Or just find a few hours every day where you can completely isolate yourself somewhere - ideally away from your home. Are there commitments you could say no to, hobbies you could postpone, events you could cancel? Could you hire temporary meal delivery services, temporary house cleaner etc? Minimise the workload that is not necessary for survival. Ofcourse if you have children, that you cannot outsource Seems what you need is more available time for a Deep Work and a less busy schedule not brain chemistry altering chemicals. 2 months is long enough to get hooked on the thing. I would explore every possible alley before going for it.

@B222 because there is no evidential basis linking consumption of nuts to negative health outcomes. People who consume nuts have more favourable cardiovascular disease and diabetes outcomes. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5748761/ Intolerance of nuts is either polyol intolerance (nothing to do with lectins) or nut allergy or generally messed up gut through years of low fibre diet, antibiotic overprescription, eating a garbage foor throughout the majority of life, alcohol abuse etc. But ofcourse always listen to your body. There is no need for us to be dogmatic. If nuts don't sit with you, don't eat them. But let's not blame antinutrient for our individual intolerances or personal biases and beliefs. The same person who sold you on the idea of lectins is probably selling you on the ideas of toxic vegetables, fruit = sugar, healthy red meat, good saturated fats and basically trying to take everything in nutrition and twist it upside down to create a bunch of drama and sell you some lectin shields or other crap that not only you don't need but that is going to take you further form the desired health outcome.

@B222 naaah man antinutrients (as a dietary factor evidently associated with disease) is a complete bogus ? you're good. Eat thoz nutz

Just a reflection of rampant stage Orange values of western society. That and a slow decline of healthy stage blue values

Low quality speculative post with a strong conspiracy odour. Put a little bit more effort and research into politically charged posts next time please.

Treatment of paranoia is not something I have direct experience with however I am sure it is not that different from just general anxiety about negative experiences. In a way, you could say paranoia is a fear of past negative experiences being repeated. Our brains are really good at hardwiring negative experinces from our past and then always scanning the environment for the repetition of that experience. I would bet that this is one of the major causes of general anxieties and panic attacks. Rather than fighting it, you could see it as a protective mechanism that you have subconsciously developed (probably in childhood) to protect yourself from being harmed so now your brain is ultra-vigilant at the smallest sign of danger and eager to trigger an anxiety response So the next logical step would be to identify the part of you triggering it and "inviting" that part out to share its fears. There is probably a 5 or 6 years old YOU that still thinks you are 7 and that does not trust you to take over control (because you were not able to in the past) and so it took control for you. I know you mentioned you have been doing self-therapy but if you are not experienced or trained properly, there is limit to what you may achieve and there is no shame in getting a private therapy. IFS has been mentioned here several times and this is also something I'd suggest you try. Richard Schwartz'd content seems great. I've recently been reading his book "no bad parts" and found it very helpful for this pursuit. Maybe try that for a start. It is quite exercise heavy tho so don't expect this to be just another theoretical book. This is actually a really practical step by step manual. Although I don't think we have IFS therapist on the forum, @flowboy seems to work alongside those lines with his clients so you guys could have a chat. If you would prefer a female guide, then reach out to @flume via her website. (i worked with her and can testify!) although not sure if she is currently taking on new clients. Whatever you choose, expect this to be a long term process. Behavioral modification is impossible to do quickly so be patient and keep exploring. Other than that, you wanna make sure your lifestyle is under control as well. Sleep, stress levels, activity, diet all have impact on neuroplasticity and major deficiencies in nutrition could have negative knock-ion effect on your cognitive performance. Good luck!

I've noticed that whenever I start my day with browsing social media, I generally find it harder to be focused during the day. That could be one of the factors here. It may be that overnight your neurons sort of recalibrate and in a way you have a fresh start and how you start that day "formats" the cognitive capacity for the rest of the day. On days that I start with a good routine or a morning workout, I am way more focused and less distracted. So the easiest way might be to just uninstall all those social media platforms for some time and force yourself to pursue a morning routine rather than a doom scroll. I think even 5 minute brows and scroll already predisposes you to low-focus day. At least that's how it isf or me.