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Post by felonious on Oct 10, 2022 18:54:28 GMT
Whilst I’m sure there are better jobs out there I’m fortunate that I actually enjoy going to work, generally always have. If it’s getting you down out of work it’s definitely time to move on mate. Couldn’t agree more, I did it after 25 years with the same company. I’ve been with my current one in the same sector for just over 12 months and they’re a much smaller company but the culture and team vibe make it some much more enjoyable and the pay is way better too. Should have done it years ago, the effect on my mental health has been a revelation. But……. It is very difficult to drag yourself away from what you know and it was only fate really that led to my move personally, it’s not easy but there is absolutely no harm in looking and going for interviews. I called into a cafe last Friday that I use on a regular basis. I was chatting away to the women there and was shocked to find out that it was the last day for one of them who does the front of house to perfection. Chatting to her about where she was going she said she was having several weeks to do nothing other than deciding what she wanted to do next. It's very brave of her but it does prove that it can be done.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 10, 2022 19:16:50 GMT
Couldn’t agree more, I did it after 25 years with the same company. I’ve been with my current one in the same sector for just over 12 months and they’re a much smaller company but the culture and team vibe make it some much more enjoyable and the pay is way better too. Should have done it years ago, the effect on my mental health has been a revelation. But……. It is very difficult to drag yourself away from what you know and it was only fate really that led to my move personally, it’s not easy but there is absolutely no harm in looking and going for interviews. I called into a cafe last Friday that I use on a regular basis. I was chatting away to the women there and was shocked to find out that it was the last day for one of them who does the front of house to perfection. Chatting to her about where she was going she said she was having several weeks to do nothing other than deciding what she wanted to do next. It's very brave of her but it does prove that it can be done. I guess it depends on the circumstances, I suppose she probably has some finacial support? Like a partner working who will cover her for a bit or parents maybe, possibly some savings to use. It’s not always the case, I was certainly on my own when it came to the crunch so needed to make sure I’d nailed down a job before setting sail. That said, work is at least 50% of your waking life in general so it’s extremely important to not feel bad in that time otherwise it creeps into the other 50%. It’s far too big a portion of your life to be miserable about.
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Post by Orbs on Oct 10, 2022 20:56:49 GMT
Couldn’t agree more, I did it after 25 years with the same company. I’ve been with my current one in the same sector for just over 12 months and they’re a much smaller company but the culture and team vibe make it some much more enjoyable and the pay is way better too. Should have done it years ago, the effect on my mental health has been a revelation. But……. It is very difficult to drag yourself away from what you know and it was only fate really that led to my move personally, it’s not easy but there is absolutely no harm in looking and going for interviews. I called into a cafe last Friday that I use on a regular basis. I was chatting away to the women there and was shocked to find out that it was the last day for one of them who does the front of house to perfection. Chatting to her about where she was going she said she was having several weeks to do nothing other than deciding what she wanted to do next. It's very brave of her but it does prove that it can be done. She’s probably fed up of chatting to boring bastards who frequent the cafe on a regular basis 😉
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 10, 2022 21:03:27 GMT
I called into a cafe last Friday that I use on a regular basis. I was chatting away to the women there and was shocked to find out that it was the last day for one of them who does the front of house to perfection. Chatting to her about where she was going she said she was having several weeks to do nothing other than deciding what she wanted to do next. It's very brave of her but it does prove that it can be done. She’s probably fed up of chatting to boring bastards who frequent the cafe on a regular basis 😉 I did have a feeling this was the case but didn’t want to suggest it myself as I’d knew you’d be along to set the record straight
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Post by iancransonsknees on Oct 10, 2022 21:13:35 GMT
I called into a cafe last Friday that I use on a regular basis. I was chatting away to the women there and was shocked to find out that it was the last day for one of them who does the front of house to perfection. Chatting to her about where she was going she said she was having several weeks to do nothing other than deciding what she wanted to do next. It's very brave of her but it does prove that it can be done. She’s probably fed up of chatting to boring bastards who frequent the cafe on a regular basis 😉 Does 'cafe' mean Everything Else Board?
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Post by Orbs on Oct 10, 2022 21:43:55 GMT
She’s probably fed up of chatting to boring bastards who frequent the cafe on a regular basis 😉 I did have a feeling this was the case but didn’t want to suggest it myself as I’d knew you’d be along to set the record straight Not sure I needed the winky face. Must be going soft in my old age.
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Post by iancransonsknees on Oct 11, 2022 1:02:04 GMT
I did have a feeling this was the case but didn’t want to suggest it myself as I’d knew you’d be along to set the record straight Not sure I needed the winky face. Must be going soft in my old age. It happens to a lot of men once they reach a certain age. Apparently.
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Post by felonious on Oct 11, 2022 7:16:44 GMT
Not sure I needed the winky face. Must be going soft in my old age. It happens to a lot of men once they reach a certain age. Apparently. I have to use it because there are so many lads on here over the years who don't get or do jokes
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Post by iancransonsknees on Oct 11, 2022 16:43:33 GMT
It happens to a lot of men once they reach a certain age. Apparently. I have to use it because there are so many lads on here over the years who don't get or do jokes People on here without a sense off humour! We'll blow me down, I'd never have guessed. Miserable twats.
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Post by felonious on Oct 12, 2022 6:56:59 GMT
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Post by salopstick on Oct 13, 2022 20:32:51 GMT
Couldn’t agree more, I did it after 25 years with the same company. I’ve been with my current one in the same sector for just over 12 months and they’re a much smaller company but the culture and team vibe make it some much more enjoyable and the pay is way better too. Should have done it years ago, the effect on my mental health has been a revelation. But……. It is very difficult to drag yourself away from what you know and it was only fate really that led to my move personally, it’s not easy but there is absolutely no harm in looking and going for interviews. I called into a cafe last Friday that I use on a regular basis. I was chatting away to the women there and was shocked to find out that it was the last day for one of them who does the front of house to perfection. Chatting to her about where she was going she said she was having several weeks to do nothing other than deciding what she wanted to do next. It's very brave of her but it does prove that it can be done. Bought a new house in August and jacked in my job at the same time. This week I think things have finally sorted themselves out but the last 6 months has been the most stressful I’ve had in my life. Finding work for the first time and moving house for the first time. Hopefully never again
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Post by chigstoke on Oct 18, 2022 18:16:09 GMT
How’s everyone doing? These past two days have felt rough for me. With no underlying reason as to why. I just feel absolutely fed up and drained of everything. Trapping my sciatic nerve seemed to be the start, though it’s now untrapped and I am back training. But I really can’t bring myself to crack even the slightest smile at something, and in turn it’s making me feel isolated and alone. I’ve been riding a high these past 3 months or so but i feel like I’ve come crashing down in flames in the space of two days, even with the weight falling off. I’ll be at the gym this evening, doubling up as taking any anger out on the machines I might be feeling in addition to fitness. But fuck me it’s just pure negativity at the moment, and the news doesn’t help which I try to shut myself away from. I just wish I could nail down the exact thing making me feel like piss. Sunday and a 4-0 loss didn’t bloody help either did it! Given a couple weeks now. I've gotten over this wobble.
I ended up meeting my friend and it was like we never stopped speaking. Easy conversation and a great catch up. I've got another catch up arranged with my work mate from the last job next month as well. Discovering more music has helped too (I love my tech death and deathcore, btw, listen to Porcelain by Opera!)
Weight wise, I've now officially lost 3 stone. Weighed in at 90.9kg today, so not far off that next psychological marker of under 90kg. I hit the 3 stone mark around 91.5kg last week.
Unfortunately, I still have the all too common mentality of mentally being my old weight/size, the reality is I'm not. So it puts me off trying dating again, it puts me off shopping at better clothing ranges. As the months go on, though ideally I'd like to be at my ideal weight beforehand as I said in regards Fosters comment, the idea of meeting someone grows on me. But fuck me I can't be arsed with the online dating bollocks, which is the way it's all going it seems!
The reality is all I've known since I was 16 is being unhealthy and quite overweight. Physically though, all good, and sciatica is gone (for now).
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 18, 2022 18:22:19 GMT
How’s everyone doing? These past two days have felt rough for me. With no underlying reason as to why. I just feel absolutely fed up and drained of everything. Trapping my sciatic nerve seemed to be the start, though it’s now untrapped and I am back training. But I really can’t bring myself to crack even the slightest smile at something, and in turn it’s making me feel isolated and alone. I’ve been riding a high these past 3 months or so but i feel like I’ve come crashing down in flames in the space of two days, even with the weight falling off. I’ll be at the gym this evening, doubling up as taking any anger out on the machines I might be feeling in addition to fitness. But fuck me it’s just pure negativity at the moment, and the news doesn’t help which I try to shut myself away from. I just wish I could nail down the exact thing making me feel like piss. Sunday and a 4-0 loss didn’t bloody help either did it! Given a couple weeks now. I've gotten over this wobble.
I ended up meeting my friend and it was like we never stopped speaking. Easy conversation and a great catch up. I've got another catch up arranged with my work mate from the last job next month as well. Discovering more music has helped too (I love my tech death and deathcore, btw, listen to Porcelain by Opera!)
Weight wise, I've now officially lost 3 stone. Weighed in at 90.9kg today, so not far off that next psychological marker of under 90kg. I hit the 3 stone mark around 91.5kg last week.
Unfortunately, I still have the all too common mentality of mentally being my old weight/size, the reality is I'm not. So it puts me off trying dating again, it puts me off shopping at better clothing ranges. As the months go on, though ideally I'd like to be at my ideal weight beforehand as I said in regards Fosters comment, the idea of meeting someone grows on me. But fuck me I can't be arsed with the online dating bollocks, which is the way it's all going it seems!
The reality is all I've known since I was 16 is being unhealthy and quite overweight. Physically though, all good, and sciatica is gone (for now).
You’re making me feel like shit Chigster! Only kidding😉 what a fantastic effort and well done 👍🏻 I guess the new year would be a great time to start doing the things you want to like a new wardrobe and chick baiting. I’m online dating myself and had a spell with one but I ended it a few weeks ago as I started to appreciate being single again🤣 Online dating is a real pain but it does seems increasingly difficult to pull in real life without being branded a pervert! Good thing about it is a lot of the women on these sites just want a shag just like us😉 give it a try there’s nowt to lose mate. Keep up the work 💪🏻
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Post by chigstoke on Oct 18, 2022 18:38:52 GMT
Given a couple weeks now. I've gotten over this wobble.
I ended up meeting my friend and it was like we never stopped speaking. Easy conversation and a great catch up. I've got another catch up arranged with my work mate from the last job next month as well. Discovering more music has helped too (I love my tech death and deathcore, btw, listen to Porcelain by Opera!)
Weight wise, I've now officially lost 3 stone. Weighed in at 90.9kg today, so not far off that next psychological marker of under 90kg. I hit the 3 stone mark around 91.5kg last week.
Unfortunately, I still have the all too common mentality of mentally being my old weight/size, the reality is I'm not. So it puts me off trying dating again, it puts me off shopping at better clothing ranges. As the months go on, though ideally I'd like to be at my ideal weight beforehand as I said in regards Fosters comment, the idea of meeting someone grows on me. But fuck me I can't be arsed with the online dating bollocks, which is the way it's all going it seems!
The reality is all I've known since I was 16 is being unhealthy and quite overweight. Physically though, all good, and sciatica is gone (for now).
You’re making me feel like shit Chigster! Only kidding😉 what a fantastic effort and well done 👍🏻 I guess the new year would be a great time to start doing the things you want to like a new wardrobe and chick baiting. I’m online dating myself and had a spell with one but I ended it a few weeks ago as I started to appreciate being single again🤣 Online dating is a real pain but it does seems increasingly difficult to pull in real life without being branded a pervert! Good thing about it is a lot of the women on these sites just want a shag just like us😉 give it a try there’s nowt to lose mate. Keep up the work 💪🏻 Cheers Badger!
New year isn't a bad shout on both counts at all. God knows my wardrobe is due a substantial overhaul at that point. May well take advantage of Christmas sales.
Totally right, nowt to lose. It's just putting in the required effort, I really should at least try to get my arse in gear. I think the disastrous experience in June put me right off! I'll certainly be keeping up the work, just taking each week as they come, the ups and the downs.
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Post by flea79 on Oct 28, 2022 10:34:48 GMT
today i dont feel so great
was ok then my plans got destabilised slightly then other things outside of my control started cropping up
im fine im rationalising it all instead of catastrophising it all but christ its hard work
hope your all ok today!
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Post by felonious on Oct 28, 2022 17:55:57 GMT
today i dont feel so great was ok then my plans got destabilised slightly then other things outside of my control started cropping up im fine im rationalising it all instead of catastrophising it all but christ its hard work hope your all ok today! Hope you're sorted 7 hours on
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Post by chigstoke on Oct 28, 2022 21:42:26 GMT
today i dont feel so great was ok then my plans got destabilised slightly then other things outside of my control started cropping up im fine im rationalising it all instead of catastrophising it all but christ its hard work hope your all ok today! Hope all is good mate!
All good here too. Top banter though, arranged a date for tomorrow dinner time, got ghosted confirming the time, so that one isn't happening now, great start to this lark I shall actually make better use of my day, by that I mean I'm going to get a proper haircut at the barbers for the first time in about 3 years. Past while I've just been shaving it all off because I couldn't be arsed . Then I'm going to watch the mighty potters on a stream, watch us lose knowing my luck, then we've got family round for tea. Probably grab an hour on MW2, job done.
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Post by flea79 on Oct 28, 2022 23:41:12 GMT
today i dont feel so great was ok then my plans got destabilised slightly then other things outside of my control started cropping up im fine im rationalising it all instead of catastrophising it all but christ its hard work hope your all ok today! Hope all is good mate! All good here too. Top banter though, arranged a date for tomorrow dinner time, got ghosted confirming the time, so that one isn't happening now, great start to this lark I shall actually make better use of my day, by that I mean I'm going to get a proper haircut at the barbers for the first time in about 3 years. Past while I've just been shaving it all off because I couldn't be arsed . Then I'm going to watch the mighty potters on a stream, watch us lose knowing my luck, then we've got family round for tea. Probably grab an hour on MW2, job done. Yes the day improved for me, after the best part of 12 months of intensive cbt and discussion about my past I gave the tools to head these black dog days off problem is they sneak up on me and when they hit it’s hard. Thanks everybody!
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Post by Orbs on Nov 16, 2022 7:57:52 GMT
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Post by cobhamstokey on Nov 16, 2022 8:28:31 GMT
Still incredibly sad to hear Dan’s words.
As he says you have to talk to someone.
even on here there’s posters you can build online friendships with that you can ping a quick PM too when you’re not in a good place. It can really help.
Life’s too important to lose. x
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Post by Orbs on Nov 16, 2022 13:00:32 GMT
Still incredibly sad to hear Dan’s words. As he says you have to talk to someone. even on here there’s posters you can build online friendships with that you can ping a quick PM too when you’re not in a good place. It can really help. Life’s too important to lose. x Amen to that Cobbers.
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Post by chigstoke on Nov 20, 2022 14:20:58 GMT
Afternoon guys
Hope you're all having a splendid Sunday. I'm just writing this one as a reminder to myself and all of you. Winter is clasically a difficult period of time. Dark nights and mornings, Christmas stress, needless to say it can get a bit manic.
I'm writing this because this time last year, at least in person, I became a really sheltered, and quite frankly, hateful person. I didn't want to be around anyone nor do anything. To say I felt the winter blues is an understatement.
While I've been on my week off from work, I've felt that feeling of shelteredness and overall displeasure at dealing with people try to creep back in. Well this time I'm not letting it win, and I'm not going to let it affect my training regime. I've signed up to a gym closer to home for the winter months so I can continue my weight loss, forgive me if it sounds stupid, but it feels like a security blanket knowing home is so close.
But I guess what I'm trying to get at is, please, talk to someone, and try to make positive change and influence in your life. Don't let negativity swallow you up, because trust me when I say it'll spit you back out with no remorse or consideration for where you end up. Use this thread, PM posters, talk to family or friends, be pro-active in keeping your mind healthy and strong as we head into 2023.
You've fucking got this.
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Post by cobhamstokey on Nov 20, 2022 14:25:20 GMT
Afternoon guys Hope you're all having a splendid Sunday. I'm just writing this one as a reminder to myself and all of you. Winter is clasically a difficult period of time. Dark nights and mornings, Christmas stress, needless to say it can get a bit manic. I'm writing this because this time last year, at least in person, I became a really sheltered, and quite frankly, hateful person. I didn't want to be around anyone nor do anything. To say I felt the winter blues is an understatement. While I've been on my week off from work, I've felt that feeling of shelteredness and overall displeasure at dealing with people try to creep back in. Well this time I'm not letting it win, and I'm not going to let it affect my training regime. I've signed up to a gym closer to home for the winter months so I can continue my weight loss, forgive me if it sounds stupid, but it feels like a security blanket knowing home is so close. But I guess what I'm trying to get at is, please, talk to someone, and try to make positive change and influence in your life. Don't let negativity swallow you up, because trust me when I say it'll spit you back out with no remorse or consideration for where you end up. Use this thread, PM posters, talk to family or friends, be pro-active in keeping your mind healthy and strong as we head into 2023. You've fucking got this. Chig. What a kind well thought out post. You really should be very proud of yourself. Though we’ve never met your clearly a top top bloke. Keep up your great journey and let’s keep this thread at the top where it deserves to be.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Nov 20, 2022 14:33:22 GMT
Afternoon guys Hope you're all having a splendid Sunday. I'm just writing this one as a reminder to myself and all of you. Winter is clasically a difficult period of time. Dark nights and mornings, Christmas stress, needless to say it can get a bit manic. I'm writing this because this time last year, at least in person, I became a really sheltered, and quite frankly, hateful person. I didn't want to be around anyone nor do anything. To say I felt the winter blues is an understatement. While I've been on my week off from work, I've felt that feeling of shelteredness and overall displeasure at dealing with people try to creep back in. Well this time I'm not letting it win, and I'm not going to let it affect my training regime. I've signed up to a gym closer to home for the winter months so I can continue my weight loss, forgive me if it sounds stupid, but it feels like a security blanket knowing home is so close. But I guess what I'm trying to get at is, please, talk to someone, and try to make positive change and influence in your life. Don't let negativity swallow you up, because trust me when I say it'll spit you back out with no remorse or consideration for where you end up. Use this thread, PM posters, talk to family or friends, be pro-active in keeping your mind healthy and strong as we head into 2023. You've fucking got this. Top man Chigster and great advice as always. I too have suffered from detaching myself from people especially, as you say, in the winter months. Gotta try and stay positive, positive things happen to positive people! How’s the training going? You got some stats to share? Also how about the dating? I know you were feeling daunted about that! I’m going on a date next weekend, she phoned me this morning to make sure she was doing the right thing👀 we talked for an hour and a half so good signs! Best of luck to everyone over winter, it can be a gloomy time of year but by taking Chigsters advice you won’t go far wrong 👍🏻
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Post by iancransonsknees on Nov 20, 2022 14:36:38 GMT
Afternoon guys Hope you're all having a splendid Sunday. I'm just writing this one as a reminder to myself and all of you. Winter is clasically a difficult period of time. Dark nights and mornings, Christmas stress, needless to say it can get a bit manic. I'm writing this because this time last year, at least in person, I became a really sheltered, and quite frankly, hateful person. I didn't want to be around anyone nor do anything. To say I felt the winter blues is an understatement. While I've been on my week off from work, I've felt that feeling of shelteredness and overall displeasure at dealing with people try to creep back in. Well this time I'm not letting it win, and I'm not going to let it affect my training regime. I've signed up to a gym closer to home for the winter months so I can continue my weight loss, forgive me if it sounds stupid, but it feels like a security blanket knowing home is so close. But I guess what I'm trying to get at is, please, talk to someone, and try to make positive change and influence in your life. Don't let negativity swallow you up, because trust me when I say it'll spit you back out with no remorse or consideration for where you end up. Use this thread, PM posters, talk to family or friends, be pro-active in keeping your mind healthy and strong as we head into 2023. You've fucking got this. Best thing with this time of year is to face it head on. I fucking love autumn and winter, get out and about in it is the best advice I can give. Doesn't have to be anything too intense just appreciate it for what it is. I've done around 120km of hiking and climbing this week in a variety of weathers and its far better for my mental health than the grind of the gym. I struggle with the monotony of that kind of exercise, even though I try to stick to it fairly religiously. Highly recommend Running Free by Richard Askwith if any of you are interested in an analysis of the grind of exercise and the various mental states you reach during the pursuit of it. As an aside his book Feet in the Clouds is a very readable tome about fell running and endurance in general. Besides that bollocks Chig is spot on and people need to take the time to contribute to a thread like this, whether to garner or offer support, rather than the futile, wearing and unnecessary political nonsense that infects this place.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Nov 20, 2022 14:42:39 GMT
Afternoon guys Hope you're all having a splendid Sunday. I'm just writing this one as a reminder to myself and all of you. Winter is clasically a difficult period of time. Dark nights and mornings, Christmas stress, needless to say it can get a bit manic. I'm writing this because this time last year, at least in person, I became a really sheltered, and quite frankly, hateful person. I didn't want to be around anyone nor do anything. To say I felt the winter blues is an understatement. While I've been on my week off from work, I've felt that feeling of shelteredness and overall displeasure at dealing with people try to creep back in. Well this time I'm not letting it win, and I'm not going to let it affect my training regime. I've signed up to a gym closer to home for the winter months so I can continue my weight loss, forgive me if it sounds stupid, but it feels like a security blanket knowing home is so close. But I guess what I'm trying to get at is, please, talk to someone, and try to make positive change and influence in your life. Don't let negativity swallow you up, because trust me when I say it'll spit you back out with no remorse or consideration for where you end up. Use this thread, PM posters, talk to family or friends, be pro-active in keeping your mind healthy and strong as we head into 2023. You've fucking got this. Best thing with this time of year is to face it head on. I fucking love autumn and winter, get out and about in it is the best advice I can give. Doesn't have to be anything too intense just appreciate it for what it is. I've done around 120km of hiking and climbing this week in a variety of weathers and its far better for my mental health than the grind of the gym. I struggle with the monotony of that kind of exercise, even though I try to stick to it fairly religiously. Highly recommend Running Free by Richard Askwith if any of you are interested in an analysis of the grind of exercise and the various mental states you reach during the pursuit of it. As an aside his book Feet in the Clouds is a very readable tome about fell running and endurance in general. Besides that bollocks Chig is spot on and people need to take the time to contribute to a thread like this, whether to garner or offer support, rather than the futile, wearing and unnecessary political nonsense that infects this place. All good advice Cranny but come on, you can’t expect us to believe you were hiking and climbing up in the lakes. More like badger baiting! Loads of us up there as you’re well aware and we know how obsessed you are with their demise😉
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Post by chigstoke on Nov 20, 2022 14:54:03 GMT
Afternoon guys Hope you're all having a splendid Sunday. I'm just writing this one as a reminder to myself and all of you. Winter is clasically a difficult period of time. Dark nights and mornings, Christmas stress, needless to say it can get a bit manic. I'm writing this because this time last year, at least in person, I became a really sheltered, and quite frankly, hateful person. I didn't want to be around anyone nor do anything. To say I felt the winter blues is an understatement. While I've been on my week off from work, I've felt that feeling of shelteredness and overall displeasure at dealing with people try to creep back in. Well this time I'm not letting it win, and I'm not going to let it affect my training regime. I've signed up to a gym closer to home for the winter months so I can continue my weight loss, forgive me if it sounds stupid, but it feels like a security blanket knowing home is so close. But I guess what I'm trying to get at is, please, talk to someone, and try to make positive change and influence in your life. Don't let negativity swallow you up, because trust me when I say it'll spit you back out with no remorse or consideration for where you end up. Use this thread, PM posters, talk to family or friends, be pro-active in keeping your mind healthy and strong as we head into 2023. You've fucking got this. Top man Chigster and great advice as always. I too have suffered from detaching myself from people especially, as you say, in the winter months. Gotta try and stay positive, positive things happen to positive people! How’s the training going? You got some stats to share? Also how about the dating? I know you were feeling daunted about that! I’m going on a date next weekend, she phoned me this morning to make sure she was doing the right thing👀 we talked for an hour and a half so good signs! Best of luck to everyone over winter, it can be a gloomy time of year but by taking Chigsters advice you won’t go far wrong 👍🏻 Hey up Badger! Trainings going well mate thank you. We are 1.5kg away from 4 stone down. Gone from 3XL shirts to XL and even sometimes L. No updates on the dating yet, but something is arranged for next weekend with someone. But no expectation there, if I get ghosted, then so be it. Well in there mate! If you can hold an hour and half conversation on the phone, then you should be good in person.
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Post by iancransonsknees on Nov 20, 2022 14:57:22 GMT
Top man Chigster and great advice as always. I too have suffered from detaching myself from people especially, as you say, in the winter months. Gotta try and stay positive, positive things happen to positive people! How’s the training going? You got some stats to share? Also how about the dating? I know you were feeling daunted about that! I’m going on a date next weekend, she phoned me this morning to make sure she was doing the right thing👀 we talked for an hour and a half so good signs! Best of luck to everyone over winter, it can be a gloomy time of year but by taking Chigsters advice you won’t go far wrong 👍🏻 Hey up Badger! Trainings going well mate thank you. We are 1.5kg away from 4 stone down. Gone from 3XL shirts to XL and even sometimes L. No updates on the dating yet, but something is arranged for next weekend with someone. But no expectation there, if I get ghosted, then so be it. Well in there mate! If you can hold an hour and half conversation on the phone, then you should be good in person. It doesn't count if it's The Basford Hedgehog 🦔
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Nov 20, 2022 14:57:48 GMT
Top man Chigster and great advice as always. I too have suffered from detaching myself from people especially, as you say, in the winter months. Gotta try and stay positive, positive things happen to positive people! How’s the training going? You got some stats to share? Also how about the dating? I know you were feeling daunted about that! I’m going on a date next weekend, she phoned me this morning to make sure she was doing the right thing👀 we talked for an hour and a half so good signs! Best of luck to everyone over winter, it can be a gloomy time of year but by taking Chigsters advice you won’t go far wrong 👍🏻 Hey up Badger! Trainings going well mate thank you. We are 1.5kg away from 4 stone down. Gone from 3XL shirts to XL and even sometimes L. No updates on the dating yet, but something is arranged for next weekend with someone. But no expectation there, if I get ghosted, then so be it. Well in there mate! If you can hold an hour and half conversation on the phone, then you should be good in person. Wow 4 stone! Amazing results. Not even been doing it that long have you? Great dedication👍🏻 I’ve never spoken to a woman that long in my life! I’m usually wound up after about two minutes🤣 getting good vibes. Good luck next weekend mate, you never know!
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Post by iancransonsknees on Nov 20, 2022 14:58:11 GMT
Best thing with this time of year is to face it head on. I fucking love autumn and winter, get out and about in it is the best advice I can give. Doesn't have to be anything too intense just appreciate it for what it is. I've done around 120km of hiking and climbing this week in a variety of weathers and its far better for my mental health than the grind of the gym. I struggle with the monotony of that kind of exercise, even though I try to stick to it fairly religiously. Highly recommend Running Free by Richard Askwith if any of you are interested in an analysis of the grind of exercise and the various mental states you reach during the pursuit of it. As an aside his book Feet in the Clouds is a very readable tome about fell running and endurance in general. Besides that bollocks Chig is spot on and people need to take the time to contribute to a thread like this, whether to garner or offer support, rather than the futile, wearing and unnecessary political nonsense that infects this place. All good advice Cranny but come on, you can’t expect us to believe you were hiking and climbing up in the lakes. More like badger baiting! Loads of us up there as you’re well aware and we know how obsessed you are with their demise😉 Got another week of it yet, me and the red squirrels are out lamping later 🐿️
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