Your Problems

[Chiasm]

True, Maybe thinking about it in a reverse way where what would you want your son doing in a situation like that. I think most parents would be happy to have a child who just supports them and loves them in there own way. Even though being the middle person just have to do the best you can and that's all you can do.

That way your happy and that alone should give them both some joy knowing your doing good during all of it.

 

[FireFly90]

Is anyone else having trouble connecting to the PSN or is it just me? thats my only prob at the mo

 

[xitel]

True, Maybe thinking about it in a reverse way where what would you want your son doing in a situation like that. I think most parents would be happy to have a child who just supports them and loves them in there own way. Even though being the middle person just have to do the best you can and that's all you can do.

That way your happy and that alone should give them both some joy knowing your doing good during all of it.

You have a point. It's instinctual for a parent to want their children to be happy and safe. It means that they can preserve their legacy.

On an unrelated note, can we get some more problems? I think we've discussed the current ones to the point where they're solved.

 

[xitel]

Is anyone else having trouble connecting to the PSN or is it just me? thats my only prob at the mo

I can't help you with that one, but I can say it's probably either a router problem on your end or a server problem on their end. Are you having problems connecting to anything else?

 

[DreamKing]

I want help on trying to improve my writing. I am pretty decent but I have massive trouble getting my ideas down on paper. Could someone impart some general tips? I would appreciate it.

I am also having trouble with finding a job. I, for some unexplainable reason, am having massive trouble with finding a first job. I get this feeling that I have to go in to a job interview and be told that I got a job. Over the summer, I went on a job interview for Barnes and Noble and found that I did not get the job 3 weeks after the interview. I feel that I can not deal with the down time inbetween the letter of employment or rejection. I think the word disillusioned applies here.

 

[xitel]

I want help on trying to improve my writing. I am pretty decent but I have massive trouble getting my ideas down on paper. Could someone impart some general tips? I would appreciate it.

I am also having trouble with finding a job. I, for some unexplainable reason, am having massive trouble with finding a first job. I get this feeling that I have to go in to a job interview and be told that I got a job. Over the summer, I went on a job interview for Barnes and Noble and found that I did not get the job 3 weeks after the interview. I feel that I can not deal with the down time inbetween the letter of employment or rejection. I think the word disillusioned applies here.

Well, you can normally get a feel for whether or not you're going to get hired at the end of the interview. But really, the trick is to apply to multiple jobs at once. That way you increase your chances of getting at least one job.

 

[Akas]

I want help on trying to improve my writing. I am pretty decent but I have massive trouble getting my ideas down on paper. Could someone impart some general tips? I would appreciate it.

What about your writing are you having troubles with exactly? Motivation? Wording? You have to be more specific than that, but here's a tip (it's what I do when I have "writer's block)

To do this, you'll need:
-to be familiar with your keyboard (you know where the keys are)
-Something to wrap around your head.

Sit in front of your computer, PHYSICALLY put your wrap/blindfold/etc. over your eyes, and start typing. It doesn't have to be about anything at all: just start writing about whatever comes to mind. You'll make a LOT of spelling/grammar errors along the way, but it'll help you stay motivated (cause you're not stressing about what to write and more importantly you can laugh at how bad it was when you need a bit of humor). For academic writing, it's not much different: just write about everything that comes to mind/you know from research/etc., and then go back and re-write it with your ideas already on paper.

It's crap writing, but hey, you're actually writing.

 

[DreamKing]

Thanks guys, I really appreciate it.

 

[Spartan Bannana]

I like all of you more than my friends in real life, is that bad?

 

[xitel]

I like all of you more than my friends in real life, is that bad?

Join the club dude. Actually, you already have...

 

[PsykoDragon]

Next thing you know, my pet alien will think he's Caesar & start taking over the world. O wai...

Edit: lol posted in the wrong thread.

 

[xitel]

Next thing you know, my pet alien will think he's Caesar & start taking over the world. O wai...

I suppose that would be a problem, yes.

 

[Jaythulhu]

I hate christmas. I hate the entire damn thing, from the carols to the decorations, everything. I hate it almost as much as I hate the people who've abused the animals that are now in my care at work.

 

[DreamKing]

I hate christmas. I hate the entire damn thing, from the carols to the decorations, everything. I hate it almost as much as I hate the people who've abused the animals that are now in my care at work.

Look into the night sky. When I see stars I feel warm inside that humans have not messed up the trillions of other worlds out there. Star are like diamonds, so close for you reach them and far enough to escape human stupidity.

 

[jim_doki]

how do i stop myself from throwing myself at a cute girl with the intention of saving her?

 

[xitel]

how do i stop myself from throwing myself at a cute girl with the intention of saving her?

Stop thinking of it as saving her. Think of it as helping her realize that she doesn't need to be saved.

 

[Jaythulhu]

I hate christmas. I hate the entire damn thing, from the carols to the decorations, everything. I hate it almost as much as I hate the people who've abused the animals that are now in my care at work.

Look into the night sky. When I see stars I feel warm inside that humans have not messed up the trillions of other worlds out there. Star are like diamonds, so close for you reach them and far enough to escape human stupidity.

??? Sorry, not quite following. How will looking at the sky alieviate my hatred of christmas?

 

[Akas]

I hate christmas. I hate the entire damn thing, from the carols to the decorations, everything. I hate it almost as much as I hate the people who've abused the animals that are now in my care at work.

Look into the night sky. When I see stars I feel warm inside that humans have not messed up the trillions of other worlds out there. Star are like diamonds, so close for you reach them and far enough to escape human stupidity.

Think of yourself and see what you have. You have a family, friends, you've got a computer and internet, and the luxury to enjoy video games. Now think of the amount of people this year that have been laid off, people who die from hunger, simple illness, etc. Tolerate the annoyances Christmas, because it's a luxury many people don't have. Sorry to sound depressing, but people griping about the annoyances of Christmas tend to be a little bit spoiled (i.e. I know a kid that screamed, threw tantrums, etc. at his parents. Why? Because they got him a $300 Xbox 360 instead of a $2000 computer).

 

[Jaythulhu]

I hate christmas. I hate the entire damn thing, from the carols to the decorations, everything. I hate it almost as much as I hate the people who've abused the animals that are now in my care at work.

Look into the night sky. When I see stars I feel warm inside that humans have not messed up the trillions of other worlds out there. Star are like diamonds, so close for you reach them and far enough to escape human stupidity.

Think of yourself and see what you have. You have a family, friends, you've got a computer and internet, and the luxury to enjoy video games. Now think of the amount of people this year that have been laid off, people who die from hunger, simple illness, etc. Tolerate the annoyances Christmas, because it's a luxury many people don't have. Sorry to sound depressing, but people griping about the annoyances of Christmas tend to be a little bit spoiled (i.e. I know a kid that screamed, threw tantrums, etc. at his parents. Why? Because they got him a $300 Xbox 360 instead of a $2000 computer).

My reasons are a little more personal and come from real experiences, rather than just being about "stuff", and the annoyances caused by carols and people.

I have certainly not been "spoiled" at any point in my life. My family does not buy or give presents (nor do we accept them), and birthdays were a "small gift" affair. Also, my income is only slightly above the national abject poverty line. I do my job because I love it, not for the remuneration.

I would like to "get into the spirit" a little more, but as far as I can see, the "spirit" is about hypocrisy and greed.

 

[Akas]

Okay,

I hate christmas. I hate the entire damn thing, from the carols to the decorations, everything. I hate it almost as much as I hate the people who've abused the animals that are now in my care at work.

Look into the night sky. When I see stars I feel warm inside that humans have not messed up the trillions of other worlds out there. Star are like diamonds, so close for you reach them and far enough to escape human stupidity.

Think of yourself and see what you have. You have a family, friends, you've got a computer and internet, and the luxury to enjoy video games. Now think of the amount of people this year that have been laid off, people who die from hunger, simple illness, etc. Tolerate the annoyances Christmas, because it's a luxury many people don't have. Sorry to sound depressing, but people griping about the annoyances of Christmas tend to be a little bit spoiled (i.e. I know a kid that screamed, threw tantrums, etc. at his parents. Why? Because they got him a $300 Xbox 360 instead of a $2000 computer).

My reasons are a little more personal and come from real experiences, rather than just being about "stuff", and the annoyances caused by carols and people.

I have certainly not been "spoiled" at any point in my life. My family does not buy or give presents (nor do we accept them), and birthdays were a "small gift" affair. Also, my income is only slightly above the national abject poverty line. I do my job because I love it, not for the remuneration.

I would like to "get into the spirit" a little more, but as far as I can see, the "spirit" is about hypocrisy and greed.

Okay, then forget all of what I said. I'm sorry, I'm used to dealing with a LOT of people who feel "entitled" and subsequently have some of the stupidest concerns in life (half of them are in debt cause they buy shit they don't need with money they don't have).

I agree that the holiday spirit has been corrupted by greed, but perhaps then you should make a stand? I took a stand and have held on to it since high school: I try to never accept gifts. As my way of protest (as well as giving thanks to my life), I've never accepted a Christmas gift unless it's something a relative gave me that's cheap (i.e. clothing given by my aunt and uncle who don't understand what I'm doing).

I know other guys that never accept or give gifts on the 25th (they do the day before/after, or New Year's maybe) cause they feel like one day is as good as the next for giving thanks for their family. I know people who ask their folks what they got, and then turn around and donate it straight to charity. We're all against the greed and stupidity that Christmas brings, and you can be too.

PLUS, if you're really devious/vengeful, you can rub it in everyone's faces. Most workers will be cowed when you say you don't celebrate Christmas, because they don't want to offend (i.e.Hanukah, Kwanzaa, etc.). If you feel like it, say that you don't celebrate Christmas with gifts but rather by volunteering for charity/etc. It'll make them feel guilty for being so selfish, and they'll hate/love you for it (ironically enough, both things can happen). That's what I do when facing the abomination known as Christmas.

EDIT: I just saw that you said your family doesn't buy or give presents. Then rub it in their faces even more (again, if you're vengeful). Your main weapon to counter these annoyances should be guilt, for at no other time in the year do people feel more spoiled/entitled than the holiday season.