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How close are we to an actual forcefield? Is it even on the agenda or anything? Or is it just sci fi and thats it? in c/askscience

[–] InvisibleShoe 8 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

This is interesting. Looks like its possible. Both dubious sources but it looks likely that other agencies are looking into it.

2014 article about student research

2015 article about Boeing patenting similar tech.

2024 article about chinese military developing them for drones

What's your favorite crock pot recipe? in c/asklemmy

[–] InvisibleShoe 11 points 3 weeks ago

Really tasty all veg soup. Crockpot lentil soup

Why are mental health patients strip searched in mental hospitals here in the USA? in c/nostupidquestions

[–] InvisibleShoe 17 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago)

Spent some time in a similar situation earlier this year in Aus. Wasn't strip searched but they check everything you bring in, turn out your pockets and confiscated phone charging cables, shoe laces, belts and drawstrings from pants. Also not allowed to take bags onto the ward.

It's a safety measure for everyone's sake: staff, patients and visitors. Its not necessarily that you would be a danger to others, as other patients stealing something and doing something dangerous.

Don't know about the US but there is no way the hospitals over here are buying body scanners with their shoestring budgets.

What are some video game quotes that is stuck in your head? in c/games

[–] InvisibleShoe 1 points 4 weeks ago

"For I am just an old man, plus me balls are saggy" - Borjoyzee, Giants: Citizen Kabuto

I grown up eating this all the time but I never know its name, does anyone here know? in c/[email protected]

[–] InvisibleShoe 7 points 1 month ago

We call them gooseberries here in australia

What's a really great audio book you are listening to at the moment? in c/asklemmy

[–] InvisibleShoe 3 points 1 month ago (2 children)

Seconded. Bobiverse is great to listen to while mowing the lawn or doing other mindless jobs.

How can I "support" my family from a distance if they don't like the idea of receiving money from me? in c/[email protected]

[–] InvisibleShoe 15 points 2 months ago

Maybe offer to shout them a nice dinner once a month. I know it involves money but it's more of a gift than paying their bills.

How do our brains process reality? I heard our eyes were just low-res cameras and our brains were doing all the heavy lifting in 'rendering' reality. in c/nostupidquestions

[–] InvisibleShoe 6 points 2 months ago

I'm red-green colourblind(Deuteranopia) and often think this exact thing, how the reality I perceive is different from others purely due to this.

Ubisoft comes crawlin' back to Steam in c/[email protected]

[–] InvisibleShoe 1 points 2 months ago

You can also ignore them on their developers page to blanket-ignore their games

I think I am socially ostrasized, what should I do? in c/nostupidquestions

[–] InvisibleShoe 6 points 3 months ago* (last edited 3 months ago) (2 children)

Thats why I said to speak to a GP or psych. In Australia, the GP is first line for diagnosis who then refers you on to psychologist or psychiatrist.

I'm just suggesting that based on what OP said, RSD could be a possibility and they should see a doctor for help if they are serious about improving their mental health etc.

I think I am socially ostrasized, what should I do? in c/nostupidquestions

[–] InvisibleShoe 13 points 3 months ago (2 children)

I don't know about illusory hearing as related to RSD but I do know that I had similar issues most of my life.

I used to think people were looking at me, talking about me and sometimes thought that they could hear/guess my thoughts. Started when I was a kid. Found out it was ASD-1 and a brain tumor causing alot of the issues.

And the only way I found out about that was by going to the doctor. I really do recommend speaking to a doctor about these issues and you might be surprised with what they find and how much better you feel once you can get the right therapy.

I think I am socially ostrasized, what should I do? in c/nostupidquestions

[–] InvisibleShoe 96 points 3 months ago (9 children)

If you are neurodivergent, it might be worth looking into Rejection sensitive dysphoria and Social phobia.

It may feel like others are judging/bad talking you but that may not be the case.

Speak to a GP or psychologist, they can help with these types of issues.

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My family's old radio (lemmy.world)

submitted 8 months ago* (last edited 8 months ago) by InvisibleShoe to c/[email protected]

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Your radio community just popped up in my feed and I thought you guys might enjoy a pic of my family's old radio. His Master's Voice brand. From North Coast NSW, Australia.

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ASD management and assistive tools (self.autism)

submitted 10 months ago by InvisibleShoe to c/autism

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I got some good quality noise cancelling headphones 12 months ago and thought they were great. Since doing more reading about ASD and ADHD, I've come to understand I have some sensory issues.

I bought some Loop earplugs a few weeks ago after reading about them in other ASD threads and I love wearing them when driving, shopping or in doctor's waiting rooms. I feel much less anxious and tense.

After doing some more reading and reflection, I think that a weighted blanket might be helpful and so I ordered one.

I've been using softer, less jarring alarms and ringtones for years and started using the Smiling Mind phone app recently which has been helpful.

I was wondering if there are any assistive tools/devices/tips that any other ASD people have found that have had a major impact on their lives that they might like that share?

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Resources for adults (self.autism)

submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by InvisibleShoe to c/autism

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Hi all,

I got my diagnosis of Asperger’s a couple of years ago after a trip to the mental health ward at age 31. I looked around at the time but a lot of the resources are either technical academic books aimed at psychologists or materials for children or parents. So I put it on the back burner and have just found time to start really diving into studying Autism and how I can better manage life and relationships.

I found this community and the “Field guide to Earthlings” book, which I have found really helpful and makes sense of a lot. But I am still looking for more resources for adults with late in life diagnosis’ and coming up dry.

Does anyone know of anything that could be helpful/relevant? Looking mostly for coping skills, conflict resolution, emotional regulation stuff.

I’m also terrible at social interactions because I’m constantly questioning and analyzing everything. Small talk or just relating to NTs has always been hard because a lot of that they do and are interested in just doesn’t make sense or I have absolutely no interest in.

I’m in a rural area and there’s no local resources at all. I’m also not too keen on a lot of Youtube videos because I find the over-the-top noise and crappy characters/personalities/acting that hosts/influencers put on incredibly off putting. But I do like Youtube videos that are done in an informative manner and not for entertainment value.

Thanks in advance 🙂

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Season 4 Critical Corruption (self.drg)

submitted 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) by InvisibleShoe to c/drg

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Who else is excited for the new season? This will be my first new season since starting DRG and I'm pretty keen for some new content. I haven't seen if there will be new assignment missions but I'm hopeful.