(OT) Some advice for me / My Depression Thread / Thanks forumers

Loser · #1 May 23rd, 2003, 04:54 AM

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Originally posted by dogscoff:
Loser- Do you really play those games? LOL!

Hell yes I do!

Taera, you should try these just for the language work. With a Russian accent you might even have an edge to play that I never would.

I am very proud of my name tag collection. The best is from Lisa in Disneyland; that one took flirting to get. Most actually come pretty easy, or just don't come at all. The rejection is part of the learning experience.

My friends often hand me the phone, should I be at their house when they get a solicitation call. They all love it when I do strange things to strangers, and the person on the other end of the phone usually can't do anything. As soon as all their employers start letting them hang up it will be much more difficult to play this game. I once brought a stop to all other conversation and activity, including corner-necking, at a party with my show-stopping horrid performance of "Sweet Caroline" by Neil Diamond; I don't know all the words (mumble bumble) and make noises for the fanfare (BA Ba ba). It was my finest moment that month.

I originally got the idea for "Get a Job" from "American Beauty". I didn't really want the no-stress McDonalds job, but I decided to see what the interview would be like: what fun! Try it!

There is another good game for learning human behavior and social signals, but it's kind of dangerous: Poker. That'll teach you a few things. Just never play with fools or sharks, never bring money you can't lose, and if you go to a casino never ever play at the table with the local retirees.

The most important game is "Make the Stranger Talk". That's the game that started it all and the one that make it possible for me to talk to strangers today. It has also forged interesting and unexpected bonds with some usfull people. Some...

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Taera · #2 May 23rd, 2003, 05:03 AM

loser, i can see how good those games are but thats not me

its not my personality-style jokes/games yet still thanks for the advice.

Loser · #3 May 23rd, 2003, 05:16 AM

You are quite welcome.

Looking over what I've written, I guess it wouldn't work for anyone who doesn't play the part of the clown....

Oh well.

narf poit chez BOOM · #4 May 23rd, 2003, 08:13 AM

forgive the people you hate...hate over even short periods of time does way more damage to you than to them. i'm doing that, and i'm alot happier.
besides, if your so annoyed all the time that you occasionally growl at annoying people, that's not good. if i went out more, i might have introduced some suriealty into some peoples lives.

Taera · #5 May 23rd, 2003, 09:22 AM

1 hated person (completely mutual and complete personalities conflict. one thing i dont regret leaving in Israel) since four years ago. i learned that lesson, thanks.

Taera · #6 May 23rd, 2003, 10:13 AM

Q: how to deal with amotivation/'lazyness'?

Erax · #7 May 23rd, 2003, 12:57 PM

Since you mentioned feeling 'down' in the afternoon, it could just be your daily cycle. Sun Tzu wrote something about the army being ready to fight in the morning and useless by nightfall, so it's nothing new.

Regular physical activity will give you an extra 'zip' which Lasts the whole day, even during the down-part of your cycle (that's what's so great about it, you'll feel better even when not exercising).

Improving some aspect of your situation (making some friends, for example) will reduce frustration and help fight depression.

About the girl... you said she is a very social person, but I get the feeling she isn't dating anyone else. When you feel you are ready, you could begin by asking her just that - 'You have so many friends, how come you aren't dating anyone ?' It's a classic line, it gives her a pretty good idea of your intentions but it doesn't commit you to anything, and her answer will help you decide what to do next.