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Miss_ShaSha
02-25-2020, 01:36 PM
Having a proper day off to self care. Date 4 tonight at my place. Gonna make a sweet chili Thai veggie & salmon dish with whole grain rice. He's bringing over a Tuxedo cake.

No sex tonight, but making out is fun. I'm excited.

Also super proud I've basically met low weekly goal on SM in 14.5 hrs. Ultimate self care seeing me through.

Miss_ShaSha
02-25-2020, 02:41 PM
Crazy hearing you worked those hours! I've tried, I keep falling asleep on myself.

I slept 5 hrs & woke with energy so I got on. Not the usual, but I have to make 1k this week so long hrs it is.

Esixxx
02-25-2020, 04:21 PM
Having a proper day off to self care. Date 4 tonight at my place. Gonna make a sweet chili Thai veggie & salmon dish with whole grain rice. He's bringing over a Tuxedo cake.

No sex tonight, but making out is fun. I'm excited.

Also super proud I've basically met low weekly goal on SM in 14.5 hrs. Ultimate self care seeing me through.

Sounds like a fun night ahead of you:)

Enjoy!!!!

P.S. That's bad ass on meeting your goals! Do that damn thing!!!

Miss_ShaSha
02-26-2020, 10:00 AM
Sounds like a fun night ahead of you:)

Enjoy!!!!

P.S. That's bad ass on meeting your goals! Do that damn thing!!!


Thanks! Like you said, just persist. I knew I'd have to put in more effort and by staying on longer two days were so profitable. I really appreciate your support Sis.

Miss_ShaSha
02-26-2020, 10:03 AM
I had a great time last night, but stayed up late and didn't get the best quality sleep. So when I woke this AM to stream I was pooped. Did 2 hrs and had to get the fuck off and meditate.

This 44 min session helped me feel so much better, and now I'm back on to try again with more energy.

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Update: It's just so amazing what meditation can do for me. I was sitting at a sad 12% of high goal before that meditation session.

That session not only gave me energy but totally bumped my vibe up and now, in 3.6 hrs, I'm sitting at 54% of high goal.

This is the third day now that I've had slightly long exclusives with new members.

Going to try again today for 8 hrs. 3.6 down and 4.4 to go. Have eaten clean, drank 44 oz filtered water so far, and meditated once. Intentions are to meditate again, EFT tapping when frustrated, take a short walk to the store, and have 80 oz water.

Update 2: Took a long break from 2-3pm to walk, eat, and rest a bit. It felt great. Got back on and whatdya know: 128% of high goal and another 30 min to stream.

FUCK YES!!! 1K here I come!!!

Miss_ShaSha
02-27-2020, 04:11 AM
Really need this thread today as I'm attempting to pull in as much as possible with the energy I have. If I can last 10 hrs great! Started the day off with 6hrs quality rest, 20 oz water, 2 cuties, and good energy. Gonna STFO 2 hr shifts with a break to meditate between. Started at 2am and I'm at 44% of high goal. My plan is to exceed it, and if that takes 10 hrs I'll do it. I want 1k this week: 66% currently.

Intentions are to eat clean with lots of protein for energy, meditate frequently, EFT tapping for frustration, drink 80 oz filtered water, and remain positive. C'mon Sha...you got this shit!


Update: Meditated with incredible heart rate stats for the 26 min session also ate a super high protein mini meal and had 10 oz water. Legit, I'm feeling good.

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Update 2: Whoa, after 5 hrs and it being super dead, only at 59% high goal, I had to take a nap. I did meditate on healing my body with my mind (an MP3 I love) then fell asleep. I was wiped out. Back at it for another 4 hrs.

Update 3: Today has been truly slow for me. Doesn't look like I'll bring in the amount I have been bringing in...so I'll be streaming 6 days. That meditation and nap has my vibe up and thank goodness cause for the last 1.5 hrs all I got was 2 GOLD for cracking a joke about almonds and liking my nuts salty LOL.

Final update: lasted 7.5 hrs & just low goal. Can't win em all. I tried. Left to socialize with a good girlfriend. Tomorrow is a new day.

samuimoon
02-27-2020, 05:05 AM
You KNOW you got this shit! Sending you good vibrations Miss_ShaSha

Miss_ShaSha
02-27-2020, 05:11 AM
You KNOW you got this shit! Sending you good vibrations Miss_ShaSha

I have received them Sister! Thank you. Sending some white light your way <3

Esixxx
02-27-2020, 10:03 AM
I had a good solid nights sleep for the first time this week. Did an upperbody workout yesterday before camming. My muscles feel sore but I feel sooooo good.

My intention is to get to bed earlier at night so I can log on earlier in the day. When I am just working nights only I have found myself wanting to throw in the towel early- (I am not sure if it's due to PMS horomones I should be starting my cycle this weekend or if it's basic frustration due to the glitches the last two weeks.)

I did morning journaling yesterday with gratitude and then watched Reiki Distance healing on Unlimited resources.

Doing my morning routine then hopping online.

Miss_ShaSha
02-27-2020, 01:03 PM
^^I really have to applaud your discipline with training and maintaining a night schedule. That can be tough. And getting to bed earlier after being on nights can be tough too, but you have this "can do" attitude that I love.

Right on Sis!

How was that Distance Healing you watched?

Esixxx
02-27-2020, 02:51 PM
^^^ Thank you Sha :)

I feel more productive during more of a day time/early evening schedule.

The distance healing gave me a little boost of energy and felt motivated to get back online after a slow shift.

This is the one that I watched


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RNu6AiaoH0

Miss_ShaSha
02-28-2020, 04:45 PM
^^I just received this energy and feel a whole lot better. Thanks. Today started off odd: poor sleep, groggy, and a pretty bad encounter this am when i got breakfast...then the time I streamed today wasn't profitable at all. My anxiety was pretty high and I wasn't feeling so hot then remembered you posted this last night.

So cool how 10 short minutes in silence with an open mind to receive helped me feel so much better.

I'm heading out soon for a 5th date with this new fella and that session put me in a great mood!

izshadow
03-02-2020, 02:04 PM
I needed to work today but a migraine has won again. I hate that they are becoming so frequent. I hate that I have to continue to work. Self care is so hard when all you can do is worry about keeping that roof over your head.

Miss_ShaSha
03-02-2020, 05:57 PM
^^Self care has gotten me through real rough times when I had to pick and choose which bills to pay or put off cause I had to eat. Have you tried Excedrin for migraines?

izshadow
03-03-2020, 09:58 AM
^^Self care has gotten me through real rough times when I had to pick and choose which bills to pay or put off cause I had to eat. Have you tried Excedrin for migraines?

I have and it rarely does anything. Sometimes up to 4 pills and a pepsi will knock it down a few levels. But not always. My kidneys and liver are trashed from the amount of pain pills I'm consumed over the years. Ugh. If I had insurance, I'd probably see about getting the shots to have at home like my mom had but when I went to the hospital last month, they didnt even give me one. They just stuck me on an IV and did all these tests. Back in the day I would have simply gotten a shot and been sent home. Needless to say I ripped the IV out and walked out on them while having a severe panic and anxiety attack on top of it because I started to feel trapped and like they didnt care at all. So no idea what my brain scan even looked like. Ugh.

Cutie101
03-03-2020, 04:34 PM
I had 2 days off, where I mostly did nothing but relax, finally finish the Game of Thrones series, played on console and ate goodies. I even managed to workout and do my steps goal.
I feel bad I didn't manage to clean the apartament, but I was in the lazy mode. I will clean a room/ day, so it doesn't take me more than 30 minutes. I also skipped doing my nails, ugh!!
I feel refreshed and ready to work hard for the next 10 days, before takin 4 days off and go in a small city break at the sea side, to eat seafood and take long walks on the beach.

Miss_ShaSha
03-11-2020, 04:52 PM
I had 2 days off, where I mostly did nothing but relax, finally finish the Game of Thrones series, played on console and ate goodies. I even managed to workout and do my steps goal.
I feel bad I didn't manage to clean the apartament, but I was in the lazy mode. I will clean a room/ day, so it doesn't take me more than 30 minutes. I also skipped doing my nails, ugh!!
I feel refreshed and ready to work hard for the next 10 days, before takin 4 days off and go in a small city break at the sea side, to eat seafood and take long walks on the beach.

This is such a must. Really happy to read that.

Miss_ShaSha
03-11-2020, 04:58 PM
LOA meditation session to start the morning off right.


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Ate clean, drank 80 oz water, & thought positively.

Long sit to balance Chakras. Ready to kill these last 2 hrs.


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ggminx
03-15-2020, 07:23 AM
I came across a book on transcendental meditation while reading an article on Forbes and immediately thought of this thread

have you ever heard of transcendental meditation, practiced it, etc? If so, what are your thoughts?

i've been getting into puzzles for self care...love how relaxing it is!

Miss_ShaSha
03-15-2020, 11:46 AM
^^Good question. I have heard of it but do not practice it. I hear it's great. There was a woman in a mental health group I was a part of that practiced daily for years. She literally functions fully with Bipolar 1 rapid cycling and owes a lot of that to TD meditation.

Miss_ShaSha
03-15-2020, 11:53 AM
This Sunday slow as a turtle on Xanax. I've streamed 2.5 hrs and I've only had fun in 3 shows. I'm grateful for that much. Had to take a break after an hour it was deadAFville. That session helped ease frustration. Super deep too. It was about an hour long and my heart rate stats are wicked for this one. Nice and steady decline down to the mid 40s.

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Dunno, a Sunday this bad might be an omen. Gonna try to stick with it and intend to eat well, hydrate optimally, meditate, and do some eft tapping for frustration.

Best ladies. May the force be with you.


Update: 5 hrs in and just barely made low goal and thank fuck for the regular. He's super receptive, generous, and attractive. He's so goddamn obedient...fuck need a man like that in my life.

Did have to break again for EFT tapping. I don't know where it came from but I became extremely angry. Not just irritated, but pissed. EFT tapping calmed me down enough to try again.

I've got 45 min left. Best to you ladies. You can do this.

Esixxx
03-15-2020, 01:16 PM
I think I will be heavily reliant on this thread for a bit.

Streamed about an hour- my placement is super jacked on the 10th page.

Taking a break, just ate lunch, going to hang out with the kiddo and the furbabies and if it's nice enough go for a walk - really need it.

Going to do EFT tapping and meditation to get through the shifts.

Miss_ShaSha
03-16-2020, 09:32 AM
^^So odd. I coulda swore I responded to this yesterday eve.

It's interesting you say placement was off as I not only saw you high on page 1 early afternoon, but high again in the eve. Perhaps I'm seeing a different set of placement due to having a Chromebook and using Chrome. Dunno.

Sounds like a plan, and EFT is so useful to diffuse anger. It's a miracle really. How'd that walk turn out? I need to get out too. Fresh air will do me good after being cooped up for hours streaming.

Esixxx
03-16-2020, 10:10 AM
^^So odd. I coulda swore I responded to this yesterday eve.

It's interesting you say placement was off as I not only saw you high on page 1 early afternoon, but high again in the eve. Perhaps I'm seeing a different set of placement due to having a Chromebook and using Chrome. Dunno.

Sounds like a plan, and EFT is so useful to diffuse anger. It's a miracle really. How'd that walk turn out? I need to get out too. Fresh air will do me good after being cooped up for hours streaming.

Really? When I went looking for myself on my member account I was back on page 10 then when I logged back on in the evening it was on the first page- so moral of the story is not to sweat it lol.

I didn't get to walk yesterday as it was too cold outside. I am thinking today bundling up and at least walking around the block as a stress reliever.

I am fine when I stay inside and not out amongst people because I know that this will pass (the pandemic). I've found that humor diffuses a lot of tension when I am online- yesterday afternoon I was one tense mofo.
After spending some time with the kiddo and playing with her cats, and power nap- (I fell asleep while meditating) and coffee I was good.

I am going back out today run errands and praying that I can find sheer pantyhose for a custom order that I got today.

I am going to stream today when I get back in.

Thank you so much Sha for starting this thread, everyone who contributes to it and all of you in this community that support and lift us up.

Miss_ShaSha
03-16-2020, 10:37 AM
^^Haha, yup. Placement used to really stress me out...like bad, but after seeing what my member account looks like after tipping several ladies in several categories it's like totally different for every member.

Shit, I hear that: social medicine and pets are incredible for our mental and emotional health. Right on.

Ahhh, shit...Sis, that just made me smile. And I'm glad I have too: all the contributions have helped me grow immensely.

Esixxx
03-16-2020, 03:19 PM
This is a playlist of Brad Yates EFt tapping one was about the Corona Virus- I picked up a lot of panic energy this weekend while I was out- it helped.

There are others on clearing fear and panic that are really helpful.

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiRGbxLS41Ra2offiFQORdTuz1lv4vDR3

Miss_ShaSha
03-18-2020, 08:59 AM
Long deep session that felt really good. It didn't feel like an hr. Since my anxiety is up I'm increasing sessions or sitting twice a day to cope. My county just declared a disaster. I'm not gonna let COVID-19 fuck me up.

LOA gettin me through.

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Esixxx
03-18-2020, 05:34 PM
Self care strategy lately:

Breathwork been using an app.
Meditation
Listening to hypnosis tracks
Going for a walk when I can(weather permitting.) Yesterday went on a gorgeous trail out in nature with the kiddo.
Journaling

I have a task list of projects to work on that I've been meaning to catch up on forever.

Making sure to drink my water.
Eating on a regular basis.

Taking supplements. Current stay sane supplements:

CBD, Ashwaganda, Rhiodola, and L tyrosine- for focus and stress
Mutli-vitamin, Vitamin C, Magnesium,

Miss_ShaSha
03-19-2020, 06:48 AM
^^Congrats on that wicked long show. Sounded fun which is usually just as good as the money.

I hear you on self care. With COVID-19 I'm all over my supplements. I've recently started taking L-Tryptophan for relaxation and to aid in sleep. Three days now and it works like a charm. I needed to have been taking them regularly for a while however, but just assumed I'm getting all vitamins and nutrients from food.

Guided self hypnosis really helped me through some tough times and still does. How do you feel about your sessions?

Esixxx
03-19-2020, 08:02 AM
^^Congrats on that wicked long show. Sounded fun which is usually just as good as the money.

I hear you on self care. With COVID-19 I'm all over my supplements. I've recently started taking L-Tryptophan for relaxation and to aid in sleep. Three days now and it works like a charm. I needed to have been taking them regularly for a while however, but just assumed I'm getting all vitamins and nutrients from food.

Guided self hypnosis really helped me through some tough times and still does. How do you feel about your sessions?

Thank you :) It was a blast.

Yeah I've been on the supplement kick for a while. L-Tryptophan sounds like it would be a good supplement for sleep.

The hypnosis track I've been listening to is "Achieving Your Goals"

I usually fall asleep through the session. When I wake up which right at the tail end of the session I feel mentally refreshed. I just start doing what I need to be doing.

Miss_ShaSha
03-19-2020, 07:26 PM
^^Right on. Falling asleep really stores the suggestions.

ravenskyy
03-20-2020, 11:10 AM
Well....it's back to camming for me. I have 5 classes for school, starting next week and all other work options for me are now closed. I've been trying not to have a mental breakdown, but it's freaking hard. Now I HAVE to cam! I don't want to. I hate it!!! I hate this sooo much!

My son was throwing a temper tantrum last night, and that's literally what it feels like my mind is doing. Every time I think about camming, I want to kick, scream and punch things. Then I just want to curl up into a ball and feel sorry for myself. I wish I liked camming, but I don't. Ugh. I need advice. I honestly need a magical drug that can cure me of this mental illness, but there isn't one.

I'm so lost. I can't even get online to make $50 a day. Idk what to do.

Esixxx
03-20-2020, 03:08 PM
Stocked up on groceries, supplements and supplies this morning.

Energy felt tanked after running errands. Had my first distance reiki session this afternoon.

She read my cards again before the session- the cards were very positive and affirming.

I was surprised how I could feel the energy and how connected she can be with me via distance. ( Intellectually I know this- but to experience it is a whole another ball game.)

My heart and solar plexus were fighting with my head.

She said that a goddess activated all of my chakras. I felt intense heat wash over my body near the end- I feel good.
Drinking water like a mofo today, just finished a detox bath.

I feel so very very relaxed.

Miss_ShaSha
03-21-2020, 12:37 PM
^^Nice! I've had two distance sessions since COVID-19 and I feel this. I also feel the energy too. It's not a joke. Isn't it wild? I had a chakra healing session first then a vibe rise and legit...felt things.

It's really helping me to stay positive despite everything that's going on. It's so good to hear you're well. You, legit sis, are a self care gangsta LOL.

RIGHT ON!!!

Esixxx
03-21-2020, 01:09 PM
^^It's crazy how the energy can be felt from a distance.

As long as I don't go outside or allow myself to absorb other's panic and fear I am good :) I have self care to blame for that :D

That positive energy is what will help us and others.

Miss_ShaSha
03-21-2020, 04:20 PM
^^Word. I am totally nodding in agreement.

Miss_ShaSha
03-22-2020, 10:05 AM
Update:

It's been 60 days now of taking the Cider Detox supplement and the discoloration on my forehead has completely faded, I have energy daily, and my bowel movements healthy. Success!

It's been 83 days meditating on the LOA meditation Manifest Miracles--speed up your manifestations and I'm currently 86 days free of debilitating anxiety and stress that used to manifest as Derealization episodes. I found a goddamn cure. Anxiety has been so low I no longer need anxiety meds to cope. It is now 86 days free of anxiety medication. Success!

Diet has been up and down the last three months. I followed a mostly South Beach Diet but have cheated at least once a week. Weight is currently up. I've gained 5 lbs since getting my labs tests that revealed I have higher bad cholesterol. Due to COVID-19 I can't recheck cholesterol levels til shit dies down. Currently unaware if cholesterol has dropped.

1 week taking L-Tryptophan at night to improve sleep. I replaced Benadryl with it and amazingly I fall asleep a lot faster (was up tossing and turning for a couple to a few hours a few weeks ago) and get restful sleep. It has a major calming effect on me. Within 45 min I feel increasingly relaxed.

sexysusie
03-23-2020, 10:57 AM
I'm usually very capable but am finding the whole corona thing is bringing out my worst traits. I have low level ocd and circadian rhythm issues and right now the anxiety is making those act up like a bitch and I'm pretty much a manic vampire zombie with no sense of night or day/day of the week lol. I know this is stress! From today I'm taking back a little control- i KNOW green tea, fresh air, sunlight, colourful vegetables, and music will help raise that serotonin back up and improve the immune system so those are going to be my go to. Then i will add back in meditation. I found a code that gives me the Calm app really super cheap amd before all this i started listening to their sleep stories, particularly the french whisperer (look him up on youtube) oh my word so soothing!

sexysusie
03-23-2020, 11:00 AM
Well....it's back to camming for me. I have 5 classes for school, starting next week and all other work options for me are now closed. I've been trying not to have a mental breakdown, but it's freaking hard. Now I HAVE to cam! I don't want to. I hate it!!! I hate this sooo much!

My son was throwing a temper tantrum last night, and that's literally what it feels like my mind is doing. Every time I think about camming, I want to kick, scream and punch things. Then I just want to curl up into a ball and feel sorry for myself. I wish I liked camming, but I don't. Ugh. I need advice. I honestly need a magical drug that can cure me of this mental illness, but there isn't one.

I'm so lost. I can't even get online to make $50 a day. Idk what to do.

I feel the same about camming. Try changing up what you offer. I've found audios and texting sessions are much easier and more fun to do for me right now so i found more ways and places to advertise those services x

Miss_ShaSha
03-23-2020, 03:02 PM
I'm usually very capable but am finding the whole corona thing is bringing out my worst traits. I have low level ocd and circadian rhythm issues and right now the anxiety is making those act up like a bitch and I'm pretty much a manic vampire zombie with no sense of night or day/day of the week lol. I know this is stress! From today I'm taking back a little control- i KNOW green tea, fresh air, sunlight, colourful vegetables, and music will help raise that serotonin back up and improve the immune system so those are going to be my go to. Then i will add back in meditation. I found a code that gives me the Calm app really super cheap amd before all this i started listening to their sleep stories, particularly the french whisperer (look him up on youtube) oh my word so soothing!

You're right about all that. I've been eating a lot of veggies, drinking green tea kombucha, getting sun, letting fresh air in the apt, and meditating. This is all keeping me as sane as possible.

You got this! You're not alone. Sending good vibes your way.

Esixxx
03-26-2020, 07:52 AM
Not sure if I should be posting this here or in the Online Discounts and Specials thread, but it applies to self care.

Oprah and Deepak Chopra are offering a free 21 Day Meditation Challenge https://chopracentermeditation.com/experience on Hope in Uncertain Times

I've done the past programs and they have been very helpful.

magicgembliss
03-26-2020, 08:35 AM
We are all responsible for our own emotional states...it is the reality and not an insult.


Not true. Literally, biologically, untrue. We can AFFECT and CHANGE our own "emotional state" (not a scientific term you used there- I think you mean cognitive state, or anxiety level, which are scientifically measurable) but can not 100% control them. No one can.

Cutie101
03-26-2020, 08:24 PM
Today it was my spa day.
I did do my gel nails, I did soak myself in the bathtub, with a good mask on my hair, exfoliated my face, put a mask on it, exfoliated my body, shaved, applied a nice Morrocanoil treatment on my hair. Used body lotion. Sprinkled perfume.
I feel pretty. I look pretty. I feel good. I smell good.

Miss_ShaSha
03-27-2020, 04:51 PM
^^I love this! Gives me all kinds of good energy!!!

Miss_ShaSha
03-27-2020, 04:52 PM
Not sure if I should be posting this here or in the Online Discounts and Specials thread, but it applies to self care.

Oprah and Deepak Chopra are offering a free 21 Day Meditation Challenge https://chopracentermeditation.com/experience on Hope in Uncertain Times

I've done the past programs and they have been very helpful.


This comes at a good time. I just completed 90 days of that LOA meditation and it'll be good to engage in something new. Thanks!!!

Esixxx
03-27-2020, 05:42 PM
This comes at a good time. I just completed 90 days of that LOA meditation and it'll be good to engage in something new. Thanks!!!

I completed Day 2 this morning-it's good. I like the meditations because of they give something to reflect on. Right now it's really important to keep our minds right.

izshadow
03-28-2020, 01:12 PM
I completed Day 2 this morning-it's good. I like the meditations because of they give something to reflect on. Right now it's really important to keep our minds right.

Thank you for sharing this. I'm getting really really really angry and lashing out so hopefully this can help bring me back down. Funny as I was typing this, my cat walked over, just out of view of my camera, I leaned in (my head was off camera), she gave me a nose to lip kiss and walked away. Sigh. I really need to calm down and just try to go with the flow of what is happening. Nothing I can do is going to change what is going to happen.

Esixxx
03-28-2020, 01:51 PM
Thank you for sharing this. I'm getting really really really angry and lashing out so hopefully this can help bring me back down. Funny as I was typing this, my cat walked over, just out of view of my camera, I leaned in (my head was off camera), she gave me a nose to lip kiss and walked away. Sigh. I really need to calm down and just try to go with the flow of what is happening. Nothing I can do is going to change what is going to happen.

You are welcome! Anything that I come across that I feel is/or can be useful I share.

That was so sweet of your cat. I love cats! They are so intuitive and know when we need to be loved on :D

MissViolet
03-28-2020, 03:29 PM
Just wanted to thank you all for sharing all your meditations, rituals here. I'm so glad this forum is here. I just found out someone I knew through camming years ago (he worked in the industry) has been gone for almost a year. I spent the last couple of days mourning him. I actually didn't know him super well, we just briefly 'dated' if you can call if that. We still follow eachother on social media but had last contact. Anyway I've been journaling, listening to music he introduced me to or that I listened to around that time. I took a walk near where he lived last and would take photos of and posted on his social media etc. It's crazy because he had ended up living down the street practically, right in my neighborhood. Anyway the mourning/remembering/writing has REALLY helped. I'm about to dig into a cammathon this weekend and will prob be meditating alot during/between. It's surreal because he was maybe the only person I've ever met in person in the camming world. Annnnyway I'm just posting/reaching out as part of self care. I hope you all are well, I appreciate you.

Miss_ShaSha
03-28-2020, 04:52 PM
^^Solidarity Sister, solidarity. We are here with and for you. You're doing everything right. Ask Sister Esixxx as she journals often. You're gonna get through this. Sending you good vibes during this journey. xoxo