Fantabulous Secular Connections Check-in Part III

That's not a bad idea.. I found my computer guy and a good auto mechanic on Craig's List... except most of the people that use Craig's List live in and around Spokane and I'm 35 miles out. They're just learning how to use the internet around here, lol... but it certainly can't hurt, and it's free. Thanks, Zen.


OMG! Apparently I know nothing about myself or my problems.....AHHGGGGG sorry..some peeps on chat tonight were very condescending....it sucks when you want to say so much but you're so [email protected] confused hurt angry that you dont want to take the time to type it all.... I havent felt this crazy since the day I decided to get sober


This is TOTALLY nerdy but it was probably the best I have felt since I quit.
First, one of my old drug buddies (one who is unusually manipulative and I actually kinda *liked* so it was even easier for him to manipulate me) called me and asked if I wanted to party. I said no thanks, and he got pretty mean and, lo and behold, manipulative. I didn't let it work though. I hung up on him and called another friend to vent a little and he had me laughing about it in a few minutes. He sorta made my drug buddy look ridiculous, rather than threatening.
And then (this is where it gets nerdy) I went to a lecture today. It's research week on campus and there was an internationally famous paleontologist visiting to talk about his research on dinosaurs. I went to both lectures he presented. I am studying paleontology but I am interested in different kinds of critters than dinosaurs. But really, who doesn't love dinosaurs? By the end of it I was grinning ear-to-ear. I felt optimistic about my career and future and I was excited about school again in a way I have not been since I started drinking and doing drugs. And I felt confident in my abilities. It's an amazing feeling.
First, one of my old drug buddies (one who is unusually manipulative and I actually kinda *liked* so it was even easier for him to manipulate me) called me and asked if I wanted to party. I said no thanks, and he got pretty mean and, lo and behold, manipulative. I didn't let it work though. I hung up on him and called another friend to vent a little and he had me laughing about it in a few minutes. He sorta made my drug buddy look ridiculous, rather than threatening.
And then (this is where it gets nerdy) I went to a lecture today. It's research week on campus and there was an internationally famous paleontologist visiting to talk about his research on dinosaurs. I went to both lectures he presented. I am studying paleontology but I am interested in different kinds of critters than dinosaurs. But really, who doesn't love dinosaurs? By the end of it I was grinning ear-to-ear. I felt optimistic about my career and future and I was excited about school again in a way I have not been since I started drinking and doing drugs. And I felt confident in my abilities. It's an amazing feeling.

Its so cool to see the secular forum active. Just a reminder tho...as difficult it can be...lets keep off the subject of AA as much as possible and avoid the



I really like the positive vibe here - lets keep it!
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I too like the positive vibe on these threads, but can we have a little bit of bitching and whining, it makes me laugh and we don't want to end up like pod people.
Maybe we could have a seperate thread for when you want to vent!
We could put a warning at the top so anyone who ventures in does so at there own peril. lol
Maybe we could have a seperate thread for when you want to vent!
We could put a warning at the top so anyone who ventures in does so at there own peril. lol

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Seeing as how SR is freaking huge and I don't wanna search for info. Have any of you looked at SmartRecovery? Wife gave me the link today but I like it here, lol. And it seems to be working. On day 30 and still keeping up with the positive attitude. Only had a few small cravings for a beer, like when having BBQ ribs and things like that.

And then (this is where it gets nerdy) I went to a lecture today. It's research week on campus and there was an internationally famous paleontologist visiting to talk about his research on dinosaurs. I went to both lectures he presented. I am studying paleontology but I am interested in different kinds of critters than dinosaurs. But really, who doesn't love dinosaurs? By the end of it I was grinning ear-to-ear. I felt optimistic about my career and future and I was excited about school again in a way I have not been since I started drinking and doing drugs. And I felt confident in my abilities. It's an amazing feeling.


OMG! Apparently I know nothing about myself or my problems.....AHHGGGGG sorry..some peeps on chat tonight were very condescending....it sucks when you want to say so much but you're so [email protected] confused hurt angry that you dont want to take the time to type it all.... I havent felt this crazy since the day I decided to get sober 



Seeing as how SR is freaking huge and I don't wanna search for info. Have any of you looked at SmartRecovery? Wife gave me the link today but I like it here, lol. And it seems to be working. On day 30 and still keeping up with the positive attitude. Only had a few small cravings for a beer, like when having BBQ ribs and things like that.
SMART Recovery® - Introduction
LifeRing is worth checking out too.

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Thanks DK but I decided to get over myself instead.....ya know...cause acting 5 is very attractive.... Its hard to listen to other peoples opinion sometimes even when you ask for them....Everything is spiffy now....

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I too like the positive vibe on these threads, but can we have a little bit of bitching and whining, it makes me laugh and we don't want to end up like pod people.
Maybe we could have a seperate thread for when you want to vent!
We could put a warning at the top so anyone who ventures in does so at there own peril. lol
Maybe we could have a seperate thread for when you want to vent!
We could put a warning at the top so anyone who ventures in does so at there own peril. lol
Here is a typical example.
Someone posted.
Some idiot smashed up my car and I think it was me.

Check it out. It is one of my favorite spots here.

OK, I was feeling great earlier. I just found out that, though it's been a few years since I spoke to him, a guy I was friends with in high school was killed in a car wreck and it's kinda hit me hard. He was a good guy. I am going to bed for now, take care. Thank you all for your kind words lately, I will check in after a day or two I think.

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Sorry about your loss gneiss.
Just checking in today. I got my book order (Under the Influence and Rational Recovery) so I am going to try to do some reading today.
I hate reading. I wish I could wait for the movie.
Just checking in today. I got my book order (Under the Influence and Rational Recovery) so I am going to try to do some reading today.
I hate reading. I wish I could wait for the movie.


Sorry to hear that gneiss. Very sad day, there's been tragedy for a few people on SR.
Anyway, perhaps not the most auspicious moment, but I figured it was time I stuck my head through the door on this thread and said hi. So, hi.
Anyway, perhaps not the most auspicious moment, but I figured it was time I stuck my head through the door on this thread and said hi. So, hi.


Seeing as how SR is freaking huge and I don't wanna search for info. Have any of you looked at SmartRecovery? Wife gave me the link today but I like it here, lol. And it seems to be working. On day 30 and still keeping up with the positive attitude. Only had a few small cravings for a beer, like when having BBQ ribs and things like that.

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