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slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2065144\" time=\"1650676337\" user_id=\"28674:

Science student? I studied arts in JC, and then a university course that means spending hours poring over books in libraries. My optometrist asked me to read less - but how? Then after graduation, my work was very reading-intensive too!
Yep, sci in Jc and social sci in university. I guess it was okay to read less, I had more time to do other things.

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slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2065140\" time=\"1650674408\" user_id=\"28674:

I don't have the blue light filter, and rejected it for my kids also. My reckoning is that if you make computer use more comfortable, then the temptation is to use it more. The \"computer\" glasses are essentially so that I can look at the computer screen with the upper part of my lenses so I don't need to tilt my head backwards for long hours. Using my regular progressive lenses for computer work means I need to tilt my head back to use the lower part of the lenses.
Ah, now I see how it is useful for you. The blue light disrupts their sleep pattern.. so I tot it was good to have.

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Zeal mummy\" post_id=\"2065127\" time=\"1650640756\" user_id=\"58173:[quote=\"Zeal mummy\" post_id=2065127 time=1650640756 user_id=58173]
During my JC and university days, I read a lot less books.. perhaps that helped me as well.[/quote]
Science student? I studied arts in JC, and then a university course that means spending hours poring over books in libraries. My optometrist asked me to read less - but how? Then after graduation, my work was very reading-intensive too!

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Zeal mummy\" post_id=\"2065128\" time=\"1650640987\" user_id=\"58173:[quote=\"Zeal mummy\" post_id=2065128 time=1650640987 user_id=58173]
Oh I have not heard of these glasses, but my one of my daughters has a pair of glasses that blocks out blue light.[/quote]
I don't have the blue light filter, and rejected it for my kids also. My reckoning is that if you make computer use more comfortable, then the temptation is to use it more. The \"computer\" glasses are essentially so that I can look at the computer screen with the upper part of my lenses so I don't need to tilt my head backwards for long hours. Using my regular progressive lenses for computer work means I need to tilt my head back to use the lower part of the lenses.

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2065140https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2065140Sat, 23 Apr 2022 00:40:08 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to An Alternative to Glasses on Fri, 22 Apr 2022 16:46:48 GMT]]>Indeed… it’s more like a long term commitment… a personal conviction…


Something like: keeping and maintaining your body shape either through work out 4-5 times a week and let the body do its work…
or… going under the knife/ jabbing the body parts you want… instant result

When I choose that route, I actually took a plunge not knowing if their eyesight will deteriorate if I don’t give them the glasses as recommended…

There were scary moments when those checkup nurses called to ask me why my boys told them they don’t need glasses or further eye checkup by the professional… I had to smoke my way through cos it didn’t seem correct as per myopia protocol

But it’s a personal choice and we’re glad we persisted.

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slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2065017\" time=\"1650598139\" user_id=\"28674:

Have you considered \"computer\" glasses? Basically, they are glasses with progressive lenses where the \"distant\" is adjusted to your computer screen. It's a pain to have to change glasses, but if you spend hours on your computer at a time, it really helps. I've been using them for years, and switching to my normal progressives when I go out or need to see far.
Oh I have not heard of these glasses, but my one of my daughters has a pair of glasses that blocks out blue light.

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slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2065015\" time=\"1650597932\" user_id=\"28674:

Not wearing glasses isn't a guaranteed cure though. I started wearing glasses at P5 (about 100-200 degrees), and rarely wore them unless I really needed them. I mostly went everywhere without glasses. My degree was fairly stable till university, even with my reading habit, but never reduced. And in university, it just went up.
It’s not so much about wearing the glasses or not.. if you need them, wear them. Straining your eyes could make it worse.

For some peeps, and I want to emphasise that it’s not for everyone, it’s more of a personal conviction that you believe you will be alright without glasses, that you will make constant efforts to look far, adjust the focal point, focus and then rest your eyes. Looks at greeneries, have outdoor time daily. I recall massaging the eyes helps it to relax too.

During my JC and university days, I read a lot less books.. perhaps that helped me as well.

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slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2065017\" time=\"1650598139\" user_id=\"28674:

Have you considered \"computer\" glasses? Basically, they are glasses with progressive lenses where the \"distant\" is adjusted to your computer screen. It's a pain to have to change glasses, but if you spend hours on your computer at a time, it really helps. I've been using them for years, and switching to my normal progressives when I go out or need to see far.
Oh... I can just see the screen properly now without my glasses. Thank God.

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Liew Nga Wing\" post_id=\"2065031\" time=\"1650599482\" user_id=\"195250:[quote=\"Liew Nga Wing\" post_id=2065031 time=1650599482 user_id=195250]
Thank you for your info, I will go down to Owndays to ask about it after work.[/quote]
I got mine at one of those \"get 2nd pair for 50% off\" offers. I leave one pair at home (where I work most) and have another in my bag.

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slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2065029\" time=\"1650599158\" user_id=\"28674:

Shouldn't be. I got mine from Owndays, and they charged the same as the normal progressive lenses.
Thank you for your info, I will go down to Owndays to ask about it after work.

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Liew Nga Wing\" post_id=\"2065023\" time=\"1650598586\" user_id=\"195250:[quote=\"Liew Nga Wing\" post_id=2065023 time=1650598586 user_id=195250]
Is this type of \"computer\" glasses more expensive than normal progressive lenses?[/quote]
Shouldn't be. I got mine from Owndays, and they charged the same as the normal progressive lenses.

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slmkhoo\" post_id=\"2065017\" time=\"1650598139\" user_id=\"28674:

Have you considered \"computer\" glasses?
Is this type of \"computer\" glasses more expensive than normal progressive lenses?

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ChiefKiasu\" post_id=\"2064956\" time=\"1650533523\" user_id=\"3:

Wow! That's incredible! Nowadays, I have to take off my glasses whenever I had to use the computer. If I force myself to squint at the screen with my glasses, I will end up having difficulty to focus at far away things for at least 15mins. Sigh. Well, at least I still have my sight, and it is a blessing.
Have you considered \"computer\" glasses? Basically, they are glasses with progressive lenses where the \"distant\" is adjusted to your computer screen. It's a pain to have to change glasses, but if you spend hours on your computer at a time, it really helps. I've been using them for years, and switching to my normal progressives when I go out or need to see far.

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Zeal mummy\" post_id=\"2064937\" time=\"1650519574\" user_id=\"58173:[quote=\"Zeal mummy\" post_id=2064937 time=1650519574 user_id=58173]
Yes indeed, I feel for some peeps it is your will-power. I read a lot too, and was told I had to wear glasses 150/100 during my primary school days. But I was inconsistent wearing them, either forgetting it or feel I don’t need them.. by sec 2/3, I had perfect 20/20 eyesight and didn’t need glasses at all. I still have good eyesight now. Such a blessing!

Do encourage your children to have outdoor time, sufficient lighting and distance from what they see/read. Focus at a longer distance after some time if you read a lot! Tell yourself, you can see clearly.. focus, look far, look at greenery and go outdoors. Of course, if you need glasses have them, do not strain your eyes.

An alternative to glasses, use cups! Jk..[/quote]
Not wearing glasses isn't a guaranteed cure though. I started wearing glasses at P5 (about 100-200 degrees), and rarely wore them unless I really needed them. I mostly went everywhere without glasses. My degree was fairly stable till university, even with my reading habit, but never reduced. And in university, it just went up.

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Zeal mummy\" post_id=\"2064975\" time=\"1650552836\" user_id=\"58173:[quote=\"Zeal mummy\" post_id=2064975 time=1650552836 user_id=58173]
You’re good to go! (I looked up photochromic)

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PHOTOCHROMIC LENSES?[/quote]
For those wearing glasses, this type of lenses has already been being popular for more than 10 years. It now cost me S$100 extra in the Owndays. My lenses are also progressive with different degree in the upper and lower part of the lenses due to my presbyopia problem.

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ChiefKiasu\" post_id=\"2064970\" time=\"1650547210\" user_id=\"3:

Sunglasses? I don't wear them since I can't wear contact lens anymore. But my glasses are photo-chromatic - they turn dark gray in sunlight... so I hope I'm covered 😂
You’re good to go! (I looked up photochromic)

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PHOTOCHROMIC LENSES?

They help reduce eye strain, eye damage and potential heightened risk of cataracts later in life by blocking up to 100% of UVA/UVB light.

Convenience - there’s no need to carry both glasses and sunglasses, swapping between the two.

It may save you money - although photochromic glasses can be more expensive than ordinary prescription glasses, they’re effectively two-in-one, meaning you won’t have to buy separate glasses and sunglasses

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Zeal mummy\" post_id=\"2064961\" time=\"1650539518\" user_id=\"58173:[quote=\"Zeal mummy\" post_id=2064961 time=1650539518 user_id=58173]
Indeed it is a blessing! Do wear sunglasses (especially adults) when outdoors though.[/quote]
Sunglasses? I don't wear them since I can't wear contact lens anymore. But my glasses are photo-chromatic - they turn dark gray in sunlight... so I hope I'm covered 😂

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ChiefKiasu\" post_id=\"2064956\" time=\"1650533523\" user_id=\"3:

Wow! That's incredible! Nowadays, I have to take off my glasses whenever I had to use the computer. If I force myself to squint at the screen with my glasses, I will end up having difficulty to focus at far away things for at least 15mins. Sigh. Well, at least I still have my sight, and it is a blessing.
Indeed it is a blessing! Do wear sunglasses (especially adults) when outdoors though.

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Zeal mummy\" post_id=\"2064937\" time=\"1650519574\" user_id=\"58173:[quote=\"Zeal mummy\" post_id=2064937 time=1650519574 user_id=58173]
Yes indeed, I feel for some peeps it is your will-power. I read a lot too, and was told I had to wear glasses 150/100 during my primary school days. But I was inconsistent wearing them, either forgetting it or feel I don’t need them.. by sec 2/3, I had perfect 20/20 eyesight and didn’t need glasses at all. I still have good eyesight now. Such a blessing!

Do encourage your children to have outdoor time, sufficient lighting and distance from what they see/read. Focus at a longer distance after some time if you read a lot! Tell yourself, you can see clearly.. focus, look far, look at greenery and go outdoors. Of course, if you need glasses have them, do not strain your eyes.

An alternative to glasses, use cups! Jk..[/quote]
Wow! That's incredible! Nowadays, I have to take off my glasses whenever I had to use the computer. If I force myself to squint at the screen with my glasses, I will end up having difficulty to focus at far away things for at least 15mins. Sigh. Well, at least I still have my sight, and it is a blessing.

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Liew Nga Wing\" post_id=\"2064947\" time=\"1650523484\" user_id=\"195250:[quote=\"Liew Nga Wing\" post_id=2064947 time=1650523484 user_id=195250]
I believe you have a pair of beautiful eyes and therefore you have this kind of persistence. My eyes are ugly and putting on glasses make me look much more nicer so I cannot live without my glasses. I have no confidence to face others without my glasses and it become part of my fashion. 😂[/quote]
Oh yes it is at times, a fashion statement. Sunglasses too..

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Liew Nga Wing\" post_id=\"2064948\" time=\"1650523838\" user_id=\"195250:[quote=\"Liew Nga Wing\" post_id=2064948 time=1650523838 user_id=195250]
For us who are wearing glasses, I cannot take down my glasses at home and wear it only when I am out... it is difficult for us, our eyes cannot adjust in this way....don't force you DH to do so.[/quote]
For adults it’s hard.. as it’s been many years.. but for children it’s doable!

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winth\" post_id=\"2064941\" time=\"1650520653\" user_id=\"1875:

oh ya, reminds me... my husband too...
I told him to try not to wear glasses at home, he can't do it... :nailbite:
It's as if he doesn't know the way to the toilet without his glasses...
For us who are wearing glasses, I cannot take down my glasses at home and wear it only when I am out... it is difficult for us, our eyes cannot adjust in this way....don't force you DH to do so.

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winth\" post_id=\"2064941\" time=\"1650520653\" user_id=\"1875:

Thanks for the thumbs up!

Hi Chief, still the same penguin after all these years... :rahrah:
Yes, alot of will-power, stubborn persistence, and a secret, evil goal to prove the nurse wrong...
I believe you have a pair of beautiful eyes and therefore you have this kind of persistence. My eyes are ugly and putting on glasses make me look much more nicer so I cannot live without my glasses. I have no confidence to face others without my glasses and it become part of my fashion. 😂

]]>https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2064947https://forum.kiasuparents.com/post/2064947Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:44:44 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to An Alternative to Glasses on Thu, 21 Apr 2022 05:57:33 GMT]]>Thanks both, for the thumbs up!


Hi Chief, still the same penguin after all these years... :rahrah:
Yes, alot of will-power, stubborn persistence, and a secret, evil goal to prove the nurse wrong...

ChiefKiasu\" post_id=\"2064935\" time=\"1650518872\" user_id=\"3:
Anyway, I was stuck with my glasses from when I wake and the only time I stopped was when I removed them to sleep at night.
oh ya, reminds me... my husband too...
I told him to try not to wear glasses at home, he can't do it... :nailbite:
It's as if he doesn't know the way to the toilet without his glasses...

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