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Post by mickeythemaestro on Oct 11, 2023 20:37:22 GMT
I have to admit I’m getting to the stage where I may have to lay off the news and other current affairs. When big events happen, I try to consume as much information on them on possible, so I’m well versed and can understand (or try to understand) all perspectives. Constantly checking X, BBC news etc, but I’m not sure it’s the right course of action to take. It’s just so depressing at the moment, both in the UK and the wider environment. Has anyone else tried a news blackout before? I have steered away from the news for the last couple of years. I pick up the gyst of things on here and by occasionally overhearing stuff. I know that it’s burying my head in the sand, but I’m fine with that right now. I’ve found that it has reduced my stress levels. Took myself off youtube, flip board, Facebook and my stress reduced massively. Then came back on here after a year or so off. Stress levels back up again 😆 🤣 Only kidding.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 11, 2023 20:46:18 GMT
I’m guessing we all “knew” what the outcome would be? A very powerful message for mental health. Having experienced the very same type of thing with a colleague very recently it’s very much something that resonates. A guy being the life and soul on the outside but internally really struggling. Luckily the guy I know sought help (not easy for somebody so outgoing) and is getting his life back on track. He went voluntarily to a psychiatrist basically and is now off the drink, drugs etc. Left his mrs who was exasperating the situation with cruel digs. He’s a lovely guy and I always check in with him even though he left my company as a result but upon his resignation I said he’d always be welcome back and I’d always stay in touch, which I have and will. If ever you’re feeling bad (it’s that time of year coming up, and I’ll admit I’m definitely one of those/you) just talk to somebody and be proactive. There’s also plenty of support on here. Good luck everybody and do not suffer in silence. People are there, real people who are only too happy to help through tough times. Honestly badge I didn’t see the ending coming and I’m usually good for spotting those things. I’m very lucky that I’ve not lost anyone close to me to suicide but recently a good friend of a friend lost his life to depression. Though it was rare that I saw him, whenever I did he was always smiling and up for a laugh. Whilst it’s fantastic to see plenty of adverts for cancer research, mainly breast cancer, mental health doesn’t receive anywhere near the coverage it needs. The “we all knew what the outcome would be” comment was a bit of sarcasm (not like usually😉) I was shocked at the outcome mate tbh, never guessed it
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Post by gawa on Oct 12, 2023 12:18:33 GMT
Anybody who struggles with the longer darker nights and dull winter should get themselves a Sad lamp. I noticed winter hours of light was having an effect on my mood. I got a good sad lamp from Amazon and paid £50 for it. It really has made a difference, since I had it and told others 3 other people brought the same one and have all said it definitely makes a difference, we all love it. I've just put the lounge lamp away and replaced it with this sad lamp for the winter ahead Vitamin d supplements too. Not just for mental but also physical health as believe its good for immune system too.
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Post by Orbs on Oct 12, 2023 12:35:01 GMT
Anybody who struggles with the longer darker nights and dull winter should get themselves a Sad lamp. I noticed winter hours of light was having an effect on my mood. I got a good sad lamp from Amazon and paid £50 for it. It really has made a difference, since I had it and told others 3 other people brought the same one and have all said it definitely makes a difference, we all love it. I've just put the lounge lamp away and replaced it with this sad lamp for the winter ahead What’s the difference between a SAD lamp and a normal one?
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Post by Orbs on Oct 12, 2023 12:45:53 GMT
With reference to that Norwich City video I remember reading once that suicide victims can sometimes be very cheery in the few days leading up to the event. This is because they’ve decided how and when they’re going to do it. It’s almost as if the decision is a weight off their shoulders. The article was saying that friends and relatives frequently remarked how much happier the person had been in the period immediately before the suicide took place.
So, if you know someone who is struggling badly and they suddenly cheer up - bizarrely that could well be the time to get really concerned.
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Post by vidigal7 on Oct 12, 2023 16:41:46 GMT
Anybody who struggles with the longer darker nights and dull winter should get themselves a Sad lamp. I noticed winter hours of light was having an effect on my mood. I got a good sad lamp from Amazon and paid £50 for it. It really has made a difference, since I had it and told others 3 other people brought the same one and have all said it definitely makes a difference, we all love it. I've just put the lounge lamp away and replaced it with this sad lamp for the winter ahead What’s the difference between a SAD lamp and a normal one? It's something about the type of light it gives off, it replicates natural day light. Mine has got 3 different light options, standard day light, white light and a sort of sunny evening light. Standard lamps are artificial coloured light. They use them In Scandinavia where its dark for long periods of time
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Post by danceswithclams on Oct 13, 2023 20:20:53 GMT
Anybody who struggles with the longer darker nights and dull winter should get themselves a Sad lamp. I noticed winter hours of light was having an effect on my mood. I got a good sad lamp from Amazon and paid £50 for it. It really has made a difference, since I had it and told others 3 other people brought the same one and have all said it definitely makes a difference, we all love it. I've just put the lounge lamp away and replaced it with this sad lamp for the winter ahead What’s the difference between a SAD lamp and a normal one? About £50.
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Post by NassauDave on Oct 16, 2023 8:45:03 GMT
Well in Chigs👍🏻 I’ve just had 8 pints and a lamb Achari. I’m guessing you’ll feel better than me in the morning🤣 Monsoon? Not quite I bet, but it's likely the Sett was a right smelly mess the next morning.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 16, 2023 12:04:42 GMT
Not quite I bet, but it's likely the Sett was a right smelly mess the next morning. It usually is most mornings tbf
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Post by alsagerstokie on Oct 16, 2023 18:49:20 GMT
Its that time of year now where i don't find it pleasant.
Last night was not that thrilling. It was a lovely day weather wise and then about 6 it was dark and i thought the working week is ahead. Its all about staying positive though.
Tonight ive looked at some birding and wildlife stuff and im just going to chill out. Until 9pn when ill head for bed.
Anyone got anything exciting coming up?
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Post by knype on Oct 16, 2023 19:09:39 GMT
Its that time of year now where i don't find it pleasant. Last night was not that thrilling. It was a lovely day weather wise and then about 6 it was dark and i thought the working week is ahead. Its all about staying positive though. Tonight ive looked at some birding and wildlife stuff and im just going to chill out. Until 9pn when ill head for bed. Anyone got anything exciting coming up? I don't mind winter days when they're clear, crisp days, dull wet days are not good for anyone's sanity, but I love the build up to the C word
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Post by cobhamstokey on Oct 22, 2023 7:19:08 GMT
Haven’t been on this wonderful thread for a few weeks so just been catching up and it’s been great to see so many thought provoking posts from some of the good guys of the Oatie so if you see multiple likes from me I do apologise. A few bits from me. - Took myself off twitter about 6 months ago was finding I was getting increasingly wound up and pissed off by some of the hate on there and the bias and poorly informed views posted on certain subjects. - A holiday helps. Went to Lanzarote a couple of weeks back and it made a huge difference both physically and mentally. Charges the batteries (I was feeling run down). - As Badge said keep talking. It’s vital. I’ve lost a few work colleagues to suicide over the years. Though you can’t help everyone just a smile and a quick chat can make all the difference when someone’s having a dark day. Sometimes the little gestures make a huge difference (same on here there’s some great posters who throw out the odd PM even when you don’t always agree with them). On a positive note I do believe organisations are getting better at supporting there employees than 20 years ago. - Never be afraid to accept help. I’ve been for therapy a couple of times over the years and though it’s not the whole answer it does help and just being able to chat makes a big difference. - Be kind. I’ve not been on the Israel thread as I don’t feel that I’m qualified enough to comment on what is a very sad situation. Politics is such a big divider and I’ve found restricting my time on the more inflammatory threads is a definate benefit. Blocking a small number of the more offensive and personal poster’s helped, also not getting drawn into long arguments that become toxic is another good tip. Just post your thoughts and run - Avoid the news. Can’t remember the last time I watched it but not saturating yourself with negativity and the problems of the world helps. I’m happier being naive to it which may account for on occasions my uneducated answers I watch a lot of youtube now (not news based). There’s some cracking tubers that just don’t do negativity. I can recommend Rate my Takeaway Away days Thogdan Butlers Empire Beard vs Food London Eats Producer Michael Food Review club Under the Cosh Very easy watches and not short on humour Also James English and Shaun Attwood are a good watch - Get some hobbies. Golf and the Gym are my faves and excercise definately helps. Look after yoursel physically and your mental health improves. - Stoke winning always helps
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Post by mickeythemaestro on Oct 22, 2023 17:21:45 GMT
Its that time of year now where i don't find it pleasant. Last night was not that thrilling. It was a lovely day weather wise and then about 6 it was dark and i thought the working week is ahead. Its all about staying positive though. Tonight ive looked at some birding and wildlife stuff and im just going to chill out. Until 9pn when ill head for bed. Anyone got anything exciting coming up? I don't mind winter days when they're clear, crisp days, dull wet days are not good for anyone's sanity, but I love the build up to the C word Not the C word anymore. Winter holidays i think or festive period 😆 🤣
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Post by Orbs on Oct 22, 2023 20:10:58 GMT
Haven’t been on this wonderful thread for a few weeks so just been catching up and it’s been great to see so many thought provoking posts from some of the good guys of the Oatie so if you see multiple likes from me I do apologise. A few bits from me. - Took myself off twitter about 6 months ago was finding I was getting increasingly wound up and pissed off by some of the hate on there and the bias and poorly informed views posted on certain subjects. - A holiday helps. Went to Lanzarote a couple of weeks back and it made a huge difference both physically and mentally. Charges the batteries (I was feeling run down). - As Badge said keep talking. It’s vital. I’ve lost a few work colleagues to suicide over the years. Though you can’t help everyone just a smile and a quick chat can make all the difference when someone’s having a dark day. Sometimes the little gestures make a huge difference (same on here there’s some great posters who throw out the odd PM even when you don’t always agree with them). On a positive note I do believe organisations are getting better at supporting there employees than 20 years ago. - Never be afraid to accept help. I’ve been for therapy a couple of times over the years and though it’s not the whole answer it does help and just being able to chat makes a big difference. - Be kind. I’ve not been on the Israel thread as I don’t feel that I’m qualified enough to comment on what is a very sad situation. Politics is such a big divider and I’ve found restricting my time on the more inflammatory threads is a definate benefit. Blocking a small number of the more offensive and personal poster’s helped, also not getting drawn into long arguments that become toxic is another good tip. Just post your thoughts and run - Avoid the news. Can’t remember the last time I watched it but not saturating yourself with negativity and the problems of the world helps. I’m happier being naive to it which may account for on occasions my uneducated answers I watch a lot of youtube now (not news based). There’s some cracking tubers that just don’t do negativity. I can recommend Rate my Takeaway Away days Thogdan Butlers Empire Beard vs Food London Eats Producer Michael Food Review club Under the Cosh Very easy watches and not short on humour Also James English and Shaun Attwood are a good watch - Get some hobbies. Golf and the Gym are my faves and excercise definately helps. Look after yoursel physically and your mental health improves. - Stoke winning always helps Brilliant post Cobbers - top stuff. Just look out for your relatives, neighbours and friends etc it could be the ones we least expect it that need the most help. We’re all struggling but just at different times.
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Post by cobhamstokey on Oct 22, 2023 20:48:46 GMT
Haven’t been on this wonderful thread for a few weeks so just been catching up and it’s been great to see so many thought provoking posts from some of the good guys of the Oatie so if you see multiple likes from me I do apologise. A few bits from me. - Took myself off twitter about 6 months ago was finding I was getting increasingly wound up and pissed off by some of the hate on there and the bias and poorly informed views posted on certain subjects. - A holiday helps. Went to Lanzarote a couple of weeks back and it made a huge difference both physically and mentally. Charges the batteries (I was feeling run down). - As Badge said keep talking. It’s vital. I’ve lost a few work colleagues to suicide over the years. Though you can’t help everyone just a smile and a quick chat can make all the difference when someone’s having a dark day. Sometimes the little gestures make a huge difference (same on here there’s some great posters who throw out the odd PM even when you don’t always agree with them). On a positive note I do believe organisations are getting better at supporting there employees than 20 years ago. - Never be afraid to accept help. I’ve been for therapy a couple of times over the years and though it’s not the whole answer it does help and just being able to chat makes a big difference. - Be kind. I’ve not been on the Israel thread as I don’t feel that I’m qualified enough to comment on what is a very sad situation. Politics is such a big divider and I’ve found restricting my time on the more inflammatory threads is a definate benefit. Blocking a small number of the more offensive and personal poster’s helped, also not getting drawn into long arguments that become toxic is another good tip. Just post your thoughts and run - Avoid the news. Can’t remember the last time I watched it but not saturating yourself with negativity and the problems of the world helps. I’m happier being naive to it which may account for on occasions my uneducated answers I watch a lot of youtube now (not news based). There’s some cracking tubers that just don’t do negativity. I can recommend Rate my Takeaway Away days Thogdan Butlers Empire Beard vs Food London Eats Producer Michael Food Review club Under the Cosh Very easy watches and not short on humour Also James English and Shaun Attwood are a good watch - Get some hobbies. Golf and the Gym are my faves and excercise definately helps. Look after yoursel physically and your mental health improves. - Stoke winning always helps Brilliant post Cobbers - top stuff. Just look out for your relatives, neighbours and friends etc it could be the ones we least expect it that need the most help. We’re all struggling but just at different times. Indeed. Sometimes it’s the little things that can make a huge difference. Stoke was massive for me yesterday after a tough week. Work can be a great help as I’m part of a wonderful team and we look out for each other. It’s important that when home isn’t going well that work is and visa versa. When both aren’t going well life can be tough. When both are going well happy days.
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Post by flea79 on Oct 24, 2023 14:25:27 GMT
Haven’t been on this wonderful thread for a few weeks so just been catching up and it’s been great to see so many thought provoking posts from some of the good guys of the Oatie so if you see multiple likes from me I do apologise. A few bits from me. - Took myself off twitter about 6 months ago was finding I was getting increasingly wound up and pissed off by some of the hate on there and the bias and poorly informed views posted on certain subjects. - A holiday helps. Went to Lanzarote a couple of weeks back and it made a huge difference both physically and mentally. Charges the batteries (I was feeling run down). - As Badge said keep talking. It’s vital. I’ve lost a few work colleagues to suicide over the years. Though you can’t help everyone just a smile and a quick chat can make all the difference when someone’s having a dark day. Sometimes the little gestures make a huge difference (same on here there’s some great posters who throw out the odd PM even when you don’t always agree with them). On a positive note I do believe organisations are getting better at supporting there employees than 20 years ago. - Never be afraid to accept help. I’ve been for therapy a couple of times over the years and though it’s not the whole answer it does help and just being able to chat makes a big difference. - Be kind. I’ve not been on the Israel thread as I don’t feel that I’m qualified enough to comment on what is a very sad situation. Politics is such a big divider and I’ve found restricting my time on the more inflammatory threads is a definate benefit. Blocking a small number of the more offensive and personal poster’s helped, also not getting drawn into long arguments that become toxic is another good tip. Just post your thoughts and run - Avoid the news. Can’t remember the last time I watched it but not saturating yourself with negativity and the problems of the world helps. I’m happier being naive to it which may account for on occasions my uneducated answers I watch a lot of youtube now (not news based). There’s some cracking tubers that just don’t do negativity. I can recommend Rate my Takeaway Away days Thogdan Butlers Empire Beard vs Food London Eats Producer Michael Food Review club Under the Cosh Very easy watches and not short on humour Also James English and Shaun Attwood are a good watch - Get some hobbies. Golf and the Gym are my faves and excercise definately helps. Look after yoursel physically and your mental health improves. - Stoke winning always helps beard meets food is excellent i recently had a browse through a few old threads i had started over the years, some have some amazing lol moments while reading them and it really cheered me up oatcakefanzine.proboards.com/thread/300148/dark-confession-judge-methe above in paticular where i admitted to my love of north staffs oatcakes and many strange things came out including a poster who liked pancetta on his oatcakes made me smile anyway
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Post by mickeythemaestro on Oct 24, 2023 15:38:57 GMT
Haven’t been on this wonderful thread for a few weeks so just been catching up and it’s been great to see so many thought provoking posts from some of the good guys of the Oatie so if you see multiple likes from me I do apologise. A few bits from me. - Took myself off twitter about 6 months ago was finding I was getting increasingly wound up and pissed off by some of the hate on there and the bias and poorly informed views posted on certain subjects. - A holiday helps. Went to Lanzarote a couple of weeks back and it made a huge difference both physically and mentally. Charges the batteries (I was feeling run down). - As Badge said keep talking. It’s vital. I’ve lost a few work colleagues to suicide over the years. Though you can’t help everyone just a smile and a quick chat can make all the difference when someone’s having a dark day. Sometimes the little gestures make a huge difference (same on here there’s some great posters who throw out the odd PM even when you don’t always agree with them). On a positive note I do believe organisations are getting better at supporting there employees than 20 years ago. - Never be afraid to accept help. I’ve been for therapy a couple of times over the years and though it’s not the whole answer it does help and just being able to chat makes a big difference. - Be kind. I’ve not been on the Israel thread as I don’t feel that I’m qualified enough to comment on what is a very sad situation. Politics is such a big divider and I’ve found restricting my time on the more inflammatory threads is a definate benefit. Blocking a small number of the more offensive and personal poster’s helped, also not getting drawn into long arguments that become toxic is another good tip. Just post your thoughts and run - Avoid the news. Can’t remember the last time I watched it but not saturating yourself with negativity and the problems of the world helps. I’m happier being naive to it which may account for on occasions my uneducated answers I watch a lot of youtube now (not news based). There’s some cracking tubers that just don’t do negativity. I can recommend Rate my Takeaway Away days Thogdan Butlers Empire Beard vs Food London Eats Producer Michael Food Review club Under the Cosh Very easy watches and not short on humour Also James English and Shaun Attwood are a good watch - Get some hobbies. Golf and the Gym are my faves and excercise definately helps. Look after yoursel physically and your mental health improves. - Stoke winning always helps beard meets food is excellent i recently had a browse through a few old threads i had started over the years, some have some amazing lol moments while reading them and it really cheered me up oatcakefanzine.proboards.com/thread/300148/dark-confession-judge-methe above in paticular where i admitted to my love of north staffs oatcakes and many strange things came out including a poster who liked pancetta on his oatcakes made me smile anyway Agreed, Beard meets food is a very amusing watch. Hideous how much food that guy can shovel down his gob. He did a match up with Eddie Hall in one video I saw. Eddie got smoked 😆 🤣
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Post by flea79 on Oct 24, 2023 15:43:40 GMT
beard meets food is excellent i recently had a browse through a few old threads i had started over the years, some have some amazing lol moments while reading them and it really cheered me up oatcakefanzine.proboards.com/thread/300148/dark-confession-judge-methe above in paticular where i admitted to my love of north staffs oatcakes and many strange things came out including a poster who liked pancetta on his oatcakes made me smile anyway Agreed, Beard meets food is a very amusing watch. Hideous how much food that guy can shovel down his gob. He did a match up with Eddie Hall in one video I saw. Eddie got smoked 😆 🤣 he does keep biting at Eddie Hall in his videos!
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Post by foster on Oct 24, 2023 17:07:33 GMT
Haven’t been on this wonderful thread for a few weeks so just been catching up and it’s been great to see so many thought provoking posts from some of the good guys of the Oatie so if you see multiple likes from me I do apologise. A few bits from me. - Took myself off twitter about 6 months ago was finding I was getting increasingly wound up and pissed off by some of the hate on there and the bias and poorly informed views posted on certain subjects. - A holiday helps. Went to Lanzarote a couple of weeks back and it made a huge difference both physically and mentally. Charges the batteries (I was feeling run down). - As Badge said keep talking. It’s vital. I’ve lost a few work colleagues to suicide over the years. Though you can’t help everyone just a smile and a quick chat can make all the difference when someone’s having a dark day. Sometimes the little gestures make a huge difference (same on here there’s some great posters who throw out the odd PM even when you don’t always agree with them). On a positive note I do believe organisations are getting better at supporting there employees than 20 years ago. - Never be afraid to accept help. I’ve been for therapy a couple of times over the years and though it’s not the whole answer it does help and just being able to chat makes a big difference. - Be kind. I’ve not been on the Israel thread as I don’t feel that I’m qualified enough to comment on what is a very sad situation. Politics is such a big divider and I’ve found restricting my time on the more inflammatory threads is a definate benefit. Blocking a small number of the more offensive and personal poster’s helped, also not getting drawn into long arguments that become toxic is another good tip. Just post your thoughts and run - Avoid the news. Can’t remember the last time I watched it but not saturating yourself with negativity and the problems of the world helps. I’m happier being naive to it which may account for on occasions my uneducated answers I watch a lot of youtube now (not news based). There’s some cracking tubers that just don’t do negativity. I can recommend Rate my Takeaway Away days Thogdan Butlers Empire Beard vs Food London Eats Producer Michael Food Review club Under the Cosh Very easy watches and not short on humour Also James English and Shaun Attwood are a good watch - Get some hobbies. Golf and the Gym are my faves and excercise definately helps. Look after yoursel physically and your mental health improves. - Stoke winning always helps beard meets food is excellent i recently had a browse through a few old threads i had started over the years, some have some amazing lol moments while reading them and it really cheered me up oatcakefanzine.proboards.com/thread/300148/dark-confession-judge-methe above in paticular where i admitted to my love of north staffs oatcakes and many strange things came out including a poster who liked pancetta on his oatcakes made me smile anyway Never watched any YouTubers but just watched a few of those beard meats Food ones. Quite good. Made me hungry.
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Post by cobhamstokey on Oct 25, 2023 21:55:49 GMT
beard meets food is excellent i recently had a browse through a few old threads i had started over the years, some have some amazing lol moments while reading them and it really cheered me up oatcakefanzine.proboards.com/thread/300148/dark-confession-judge-methe above in paticular where i admitted to my love of north staffs oatcakes and many strange things came out including a poster who liked pancetta on his oatcakes made me smile anyway Never watched any YouTubers but just watched a few of those beard meats Food ones. Quite good. Made me hungry. He comes across as a really likeable guy though it baffles me how he keeps so slim. He must have great metabolism. I think he’s gone over a million subscribers now.
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Post by alsagerstokie on Oct 26, 2023 10:12:16 GMT
Ive been watching Beard Meats Food since his early days and it is a good watch.
If you get chance watch or listen to his podcast on Spotify or Youtube its a good laugh.
Its called Breaking Bread Podcast. 3 Blokes chatting shit out of a shed in Morley in Leeds and its great.
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Post by cobhamstokey on Oct 28, 2023 8:27:03 GMT
Ive been watching Beard Meats Food since his early days and it is a good watch. If you get chance watch or listen to his podcast on Spotify or Youtube its a good laugh. Its called Breaking Bread Podcast. 3 Blokes chatting shit out of a shed in Morley in Leeds and its great. He’s literally just broke 1 billion views. Fair play to him great guy.
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Post by mickeythemaestro on Oct 28, 2023 11:37:37 GMT
Ive been watching Beard Meats Food since his early days and it is a good watch. If you get chance watch or listen to his podcast on Spotify or Youtube its a good laugh. Its called Breaking Bread Podcast. 3 Blokes chatting shit out of a shed in Morley in Leeds and its great. He’s literally just broke 1 billion views. Fair play to him great guy. It's a good gig he's on that's for sure. Loads of free snapping and earning loads of dough and no boss to worry aboot. That's what you call sorted 😆
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Post by chigstoke on Oct 28, 2023 19:57:21 GMT
Hello everyone
Hope we're all having a cracking Saturday, feels like Stoke really are starting to look like a team now doesn't it? I missed today's stream, but three wins a row against the calibre of opposition we've played against, all going well at the moment is a great achievement and a remarkable turnaround.
PT done with now, just keeping up with things and making sure progress doesn't slip. Things going well with the new girl as well, been dating around just over 2 months, but an official item just over a month. The difference in the way she talks to me and treats me compared to my ex is night and day. Just always has a smile on her face and treats me with respect and decency, always willing to put in the effort with me, not to mention I think she's absolutely stunning. Why I took it from the ex I'll never know, but it's made me wiser on the warning signs to look out for and how NOT to be treated by a so called equal. I've met some of her family, likewise same for her with mine. So yeah, things going as well as they can.
I know the nights are really starting to come in early now, and the clocks going back is only gonna make it worse. I'm going to try and be more proactive in helping myself with that stuff because I know last year I struggled with the darker nights. I really can't let negativity win out again, because by January/February I felt right fucking miserable.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2023 20:06:46 GMT
Hello everyone Hope we're all having a cracking Saturday, feels like Stoke really are starting to look like a team now doesn't it? I missed today's stream, but three wins a row against the calibre of opposition we've played against, all going well at the moment is a great achievement and a remarkable turnaround. PT done with now, just keeping up with things and making sure progress doesn't slip. Things going well with the new girl as well, been dating around just over 2 months, but an official item just over a month. The difference in the way she talks to me and treats me compared to my ex is night and day. Just always has a smile on her face and treats me with respect and decency, always willing to put in the effort with me, not to mention I think she's absolutely stunning. Why I took it from the ex I'll never know, but it's made me wiser on the warning signs to look out for and how NOT to be treated by a so called equal. I've met some of her family, likewise same for her with mine. So yeah, things going as well as they can. I know the nights are really starting to come in early now, and the clocks going back is only gonna make it worse. I'm going to try and be more proactive in helping myself with that stuff because I know last year I struggled with the darker nights. I really can't let negativity win out again, because by January/February I felt right fucking miserable. Great news mate, you’re an inspiration on here and it’s brilliant to here how well things are going with your health, well being and relationships👍🏻 Just coming up to a year with my current bird, can’t fault it, wish I’d met her 20 years ago instead of all the shite I’ve been through instead. But that’s life isn’t it. Life will never ever be perfect, it’s about how you react positively to any negatives. Hope everyone is ok and happy to chat away from here
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Post by iancransonsknees on Oct 28, 2023 20:21:30 GMT
Hello everyone Hope we're all having a cracking Saturday, feels like Stoke really are starting to look like a team now doesn't it? I missed today's stream, but three wins a row against the calibre of opposition we've played against, all going well at the moment is a great achievement and a remarkable turnaround. PT done with now, just keeping up with things and making sure progress doesn't slip. Things going well with the new girl as well, been dating around just over 2 months, but an official item just over a month. The difference in the way she talks to me and treats me compared to my ex is night and day. Just always has a smile on her face and treats me with respect and decency, always willing to put in the effort with me, not to mention I think she's absolutely stunning. Why I took it from the ex I'll never know, but it's made me wiser on the warning signs to look out for and how NOT to be treated by a so called equal. I've met some of her family, likewise same for her with mine. So yeah, things going as well as they can. I know the nights are really starting to come in early now, and the clocks going back is only gonna make it worse. I'm going to try and be more proactive in helping myself with that stuff because I know last year I struggled with the darker nights. I really can't let negativity win out again, because by January/February I felt right fucking miserable. Great news mate, you’re an inspiration on here and it’s brilliant to here how well things are going with your health, well being and relationships👍🏻 Just coming up to a year with my current bird, can’t fault it, wish I’d met her 20 years ago instead of all the shite I’ve been through instead. But that’s life isn’t it. Life will never ever be perfect, it’s about how you react positively to any negatives. Hope everyone is ok and happy to chat away from here Get a room 🙄
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2023 20:22:33 GMT
Great news mate, you’re an inspiration on here and it’s brilliant to here how well things are going with your health, well being and relationships👍🏻 Just coming up to a year with my current bird, can’t fault it, wish I’d met her 20 years ago instead of all the shite I’ve been through instead. But that’s life isn’t it. Life will never ever be perfect, it’s about how you react positively to any negatives. Hope everyone is ok and happy to chat away from here Get a room 🙄 Is this the right thread to mention the pub?
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Post by Orbs on Oct 28, 2023 21:35:57 GMT
Is this the right thread to mention the pub? The pub can be mentioned by anyone in any thread.
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Post by thehartshillbadger on Oct 28, 2023 21:59:12 GMT
Is this the right thread to mention the pub? The pub can be mentioned by anyone in any thread. Ok so after a 6 hour meeting with 14 Council Members, 4 from the police, 4 from environmental health and the Chinese guy from the neighbouring b&b it has been decided that the pub cannot reopen due to previous anti social behaviour incidents. Gutted really as it is a terrific opportunity and venue to add to Hartshill and Basfords already booming pub industry. An appeal is in the offing but they were brutal apparently. They offered an opportunity to open a cafe for a probationary period but that’s not what we want. Will see how the appeal goes but it’s not looking good. I only have an advisory role in the venture, it’s the Mrs putting the work in and has been paying rent on the building along with utility bills for the last 6 months at least whilst it’s been closed alongside having a very high level job at the NHS. She is currently off with stress so that’s another thing to deal with. I’m there for her as expected but it’s not easy. Do not people suffer if you can see things aren’t going well!
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Post by Orbs on Oct 28, 2023 22:25:18 GMT
The pub can be mentioned by anyone in any thread. Ok so after a 6 hour meeting with 14 Council Members, 4 from the police, 4 from environmental health and the Chinese guy from the neighbouring b&b it has been decided that the pub cannot reopen due to previous anti social behaviour incidents. Gutted really as it is a terrific opportunity and venue to add to Hartshill and Basfords already booming pub industry. An appeal is in the offing but they were brutal apparently. They offered an opportunity to open a cafe for a probationary period but that’s not what we want. Will see how the appeal goes but it’s not looking good. I only have an advisory role in the venture, it’s the Mrs putting the work in and has been paying rent on the building along with utility bills for the last 6 months at least whilst it’s been closed alongside having a very high level job at the NHS. She is currently off with stress so that’s another thing to deal with. I’m there for her as expected but it’s not easy. Do not people suffer if you can see things aren’t going well! FFS - that’s shit mate. Sorry 😞
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