I know it is being done with the best of intentions, but I wish people would quit filling this message board up with writings they are getting from another site.
There are 3 postings here about "An open letter from your disease", which leads me to suspect that those posting this are not even bothering to read the subjects being posted.
There are many inspirational poems, writings, slogans on the site
"www.ezduzit2day.com". Go to that site, it is wonderfull and read everything.
But quit filling up this message board, it bogs it up and I fear that people who are in need of immediate serious help will be overlooked.
Just a thought,
Sharon
i second that Sharon.It's been bugging me too.The open letter is a good one,but it needs to be posted only once
kenny
kenny
Kenny, thanks, hang in there, you're needed here. And like I told you before, I identify more with you than you would believe. You write from the heart and you tell it straight not lined with BS like so many others.
Sharon
Sharon
Kenny, I think we just got dissed by Guest. Apparently she/he thinks we don't belong here, so I'm bumping this back to the top, maybe she/he will learn how to get to the site mentioned and learn something, doubt it though, doesn't sound too smart
heres a thought,
If you don't wanna read the posts of what other people might enjoy reading,
don't click on them!
Gotta run, I truley hope eveyone has a wonderful night,,,,,,,God bless....Bob
If you don't wanna read the posts of what other people might enjoy reading,
don't click on them!
Gotta run, I truley hope eveyone has a wonderful night,,,,,,,God bless....Bob
Here's a thought, you do the same.
maybe by posting these things the person posting it is doing so for themselves?
and maybe just maybe someone else might get something from it.just because you don't like it doesn't make it the same for everyone.
why is this even a freakin issue?
ladybug
and maybe just maybe someone else might get something from it.just because you don't like it doesn't make it the same for everyone.
why is this even a freakin issue?
ladybug
S grow up
Thanks Sharon,but as i've found out,I dont belong here.There are good people here,I am one tooNot because i have a HP but because I treat people with respect and use the manners i was raised with.
There are others here that are above the rest.There is a fine line between confidence and conciet,some seem to cross.My first few days here were awesome.I learned a lot and received so much support.Now that I've felt comfortable, i've spoke my mind on issues.This has basically alienated me.It hasn't been said in words but just as i "felt" the support in the beginning I now "feel" like an outsider.I've discussed leaving you guys before and i might feel different tomorrow.The bottom line is that i've been sampling another addiction board this week,made my feelings onthe sensitive issues known right away and there are many that feel the same.
All the talk about acceptance changes when there is a difference of opinion,is that right?not to me.
I know it is just a couple of people but thats enough for me.
kenny
There are others here that are above the rest.There is a fine line between confidence and conciet,some seem to cross.My first few days here were awesome.I learned a lot and received so much support.Now that I've felt comfortable, i've spoke my mind on issues.This has basically alienated me.It hasn't been said in words but just as i "felt" the support in the beginning I now "feel" like an outsider.I've discussed leaving you guys before and i might feel different tomorrow.The bottom line is that i've been sampling another addiction board this week,made my feelings onthe sensitive issues known right away and there are many that feel the same.
All the talk about acceptance changes when there is a difference of opinion,is that right?not to me.
I know it is just a couple of people but thats enough for me.
kenny
Kenny,
i am sad to hear that.you are one of the people i like to share and hear from.
if you leave i will miss you.please keep my email address.
I know from exp that boards go through what i call "growing pains" what's happening today probably wont be the case in the near future.
just keep that in mind
much love,
ladybug
i am sad to hear that.you are one of the people i like to share and hear from.
if you leave i will miss you.please keep my email address.
I know from exp that boards go through what i call "growing pains" what's happening today probably wont be the case in the near future.
just keep that in mind
much love,
ladybug
I'll be keeping in touch through email with anyone.There are a few already.When people choose to talk to one another there can be a more open communication.No one will pop in with any childish shots and it can be discontinued willingly.Thanks ladybug,I will keep in touch if you want me to.
respectfully
kenny
respectfully
kenny
Kenny, I understand just how you feel. I have found oher sites that are much more helpful, direct, professionally moderated, and less "clickish" . This board was great when I first found it. I was crawling through yet another detox and feeling at my wits end, even after attending NA meetings regularlly. There just seemed to be so many people walking in my same shoes and feeling my most intimate thoughts about what our disease does to us. It was a prayer answered to tell the truth, but now it seems like its just a big free for all, just a sounding board for everything from how to do your nails to what kind of music do you like. I'm sorry, I do have a life, and recovery is a big part of it and this board was one of the tools I use, but now I know I don't fit in here either. good luck
can i ask both of you why dont you take a stand for yourself and lead by example instead of whining about it.i have been reading this board for 2 days now and it all seeems like whining.whine whine whine.and threats i am gonna leave whine whine whine.share something you know that someone can relate to instead of b&**& about how much you used to like this place but hate it now.
These posts are exactly what I'm talking about.It is not whining and they are statements not threats."Guest"-they have shared their thoughts and got dissed for it.I read on a different thread that guest was Bob is that you again?It is someone that isn't brave enough to be identified.I have been reading all I can for a few hours to get farmiliar with all of you and your stories.Truthfully, you have to dodge a lot of attacks and negative stuff to get to anything with something to do with addiction and ways to fight it.There are a lot of people here that hold their views above the rest.I didn't last in NA ,good peolple,but i just couldn't work it.Now I sit here with 10 clean months due to methadone and I'm to believe that I'm wrong?Get a grip!I'm sorry to sound angry,but there is some subtle judging going on here.Like it or not.
Hey Nona welcome.I generally read and post very little.Only when i see something that upsets me and I can't leave it.Too bad this is one of those times.People here don't care that methadone has been proven to work for so many.It has turned into a group of alanon/narcanon disciples that can't accept the possibilty that something else may work.Whatever works for ya'(as long as it's what works them)I'll probably get a few words in retaliation but I don't care.
I'm happy that it works for them,honestly.
Methadone is no miracle either,but is an effective method if you really want to quit.The same wit NA/AA.Except you don't get methadone success stories preaching about it.
I know it isn't all of you but it is a lot of you.Fire away!
I'm happy that it works for them,honestly.
Methadone is no miracle either,but is an effective method if you really want to quit.The same wit NA/AA.Except you don't get methadone success stories preaching about it.
I know it isn't all of you but it is a lot of you.Fire away!
I agree with you after 9 rehabs (canadian health care) and 4 halfway homes and numerous attempts at na/a.a any A,s (lol) I am actually thinking about methadone program, And I for one do not care if others like it I am also thinking of going back to meetings for extra support butI agree whatever works whether jogging 5 miles a day,listen to justin timberlake, going to 2 meeting a day, or posting here whatever . ALl the power to you, do your thing
Hi Wonderbread.That's why I felt I should post.There isn't much here about methadione unless it's negative.I thought I would let people know that it worked for me.Is it really as bad as you say?Do you think that you read too much into it?I'm not saying you are wrong but I'm wondering if you are too sensitive to it.
Thankyou for the post though.hope you have a good first day of spring everybody!
Thankyou for the post though.hope you have a good first day of spring everybody!
Spring is here again. right on!! have a wonderful day all
i say work with whatever works for you. nona, you said na did not help you and i understand there are alot of folks that say they cannot go to those meetings b/c it acts too much like a trigger for them. is this why it did not work for you?
Nona... sorry but the second guest post was not me...As I have stated the only other post where I didnt sign my name after was " its all Good" and from now on I wont be posting unless I am signed in...as Bob
Take care..........................God bless............................................Bob
Take care..........................God bless............................................Bob
