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Post by Ajani on Apr 26, 2007 15:05:24 GMT
yeah, I've been having a bad week. I've failed three tests that I studied up until 12:00 Am for and my mom has been on my back about it. On top of that she threw away my Bachmann Thomas stuff this morning. Last night I tried to strangle myself in my bathroom with a rope. I don't know why I can't do well in class even though I focus well and am a good student. Any advice?
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Post by FlyingScotsman on Apr 27, 2007 18:30:54 GMT
DealAJani, have you tried talking to your teachers about it? They might be able to give you a few pointers. Sometimes what's holding you back is just one small factor. I really wouldn't recommend trying to strangle yourself because, as I've said before, now is now, the future is still to come and you never know what's coming.
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Post by Ajani on Apr 27, 2007 22:41:39 GMT
yeah, I spoke to one of my teachers about it and I got counseling, so they're going to give me concentration pills to see if I can do better. Don't know if thats good or bad.........
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Post by edwardblue on Apr 27, 2007 22:51:48 GMT
FlyingScotsman's right. Just go to your teacher or guidance counselor about your problem and I'm sure they'll help see you through it. Sometimes for tests and exams it's also good to form a study group so that you can be with other people who have notes you didn't have.
As for assassin, I used to be like that when I was younger, the important thing is to remember to have fun and not let you sore loser attitude get the better of ya. Try that the next time you have a game, and as the opening of "Let's Have A Race" goes:
A lesson that worth learning one you never should forget, is the art of friendly rivalry.
It's not always about winning you must learn that from the start, enjoy yourself remember what counts is taking part.
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Post by toxinkid93 on Jun 9, 2007 15:57:03 GMT
Here's the problem I currently face.
Okay, so everybody knows Windows Movie Maker and how down right s****y it can be. Well,I'm just so freakin' fed up with the program that I deleted it off of my computer.
However, now I really want to make a music video. I don't want to spend any money on a program I'll use rarely and I don't want to go back to the dreaded horrors of WWM. Any advice?
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Post by douglas on Jun 9, 2007 18:30:51 GMT
Try Avid Free DV.
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Post by PC Stratford on Jul 8, 2007 22:13:46 GMT
I already posted this in the 'General Chatter' thread, but I think it might be more relevant here:
I think I might be on the verge of a depression. Either that or its that I'm p****d off with my family. I think they seem to annoy me on purpose and to be quite honest, I just want to get as far away from them as possible. Hopefully, this year, I might be able to get some time alone at Blackpool and the Lake District despite the fact they are coming with me. There are also times when I feel lonely and it would be good to talk/be friends with others who are interested in the same things as me
Does anyone have any advice for this? I mean for all I know, I'm probably just being a bit melodramatic, but I do feel that there is something in my life that isn't there. Things might change, but if anyone knows of things like this, it would be a great help
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Post by stepneydude on Jul 9, 2007 13:56:48 GMT
I'm feeling exactly the same way you do right now pc6278, probably because I've just had to dump one of the best girlfriends I've ever had due to a minor fault that we probably could've worked out. As a result I'm craving for some attention from people I like and people who like the same things as me - although, unlike you, I can't say my family piss me off, I can safely say that they don't give very much help regarding my current situation.
The only thing I can reccommend is trying to organise some time with friends. This will not only make you feel happier (and would make me feel happier if I actually had friends to organise days-out with) but it will also get you away from your parents. Trust me, even when it doesn't seem like it, someone you know will always be there to walk you to the local McDonald's or something.
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Post by newengine24 on Jul 25, 2007 18:06:30 GMT
Here's a problem I could use advice on: I've never had a girlfriend and because of this, some rather nasty rumors were spread about me. Now onto the ACTUAL problem. I've had a crush on this girl for about a year that's about at the top of the charts in popularity and I'm not even 1/2 way there. I'm trying to find a way to ask her out when school starts up again.
Can someone help me?
-NewEngine24
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Post by dragonfoxv2 on Jul 25, 2007 18:12:40 GMT
Here's a problem I could use advice on: I've never had a girlfriend and because of this, some rather nasty rumors were spread about me. Now onto the ACTUAL problem. I've had a crush on this girl for about a year that's about at the top of the charts in popularity and I'm not even 1/2 way there. I'm trying to find a way to ask her out when school starts up again. Can someone help me? -NewEngine24 Now, I'm not very good on the whole girlfriend front (heck, I'm not very bright when it comes to giving advice, either), but I suggest that you find out why she's so popular before you make any sort of move. It could be for all the wrong reasons if you 'get my drift'.
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Post by newengine24 on Jul 25, 2007 19:05:43 GMT
I get your drift, Dragonfox. I don't think it's for all the wrong reasons because it just seems like people become popular with no explanation. But hey, that's just from the outside looking in.
-NewEngine24
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Post by Assassin on Sept 3, 2007 14:39:28 GMT
I'm sure you're all sick and tired of hearing this song, but I really can't help myself. I think I'm slipping back into being an emo. I'm just as mad at myself for being useless as I was before, and I've developed an even intenser jealousy of people who are more talented/skillful/whatever than me. I think it's safe to assume that as of now I'm a true emo, but what can I really do? I've been in this state for the past year, and despite the fact that I hate getting help with anything, I think I've reached my breaking point. What should I do?
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Post by Ryan on Sept 3, 2007 19:56:14 GMT
As I've said before to you, look at the situation you're in and try to change it, or better still, think of things you are good at and draw positives that do exist in your life.
I mean we're not all perfect. There's attributes that those around us have that we all wish for and aspire to.
I wish I had the same imaginative capability that Christopher has; the level-headedness that Clay and Ciremi have; the good nature and control that CTX possesses; the persuasiveness that Loey Machan and TroublesomeTruck have; the artistic skills of Dragonfox, GotSteam or Lady Starfleet; or even the comedic and general writing standard that Alaric reaches. I reach a standard that suits me, and that's all I can do. No shame in it, and I take pride in what I do if I believe it's good.
But at the end of the day, I respect and like them for what they can do, and I don't put myself down as you seem to be doing. Don't compare yourself to other people, that's where your main downfall lies. Be the best that you can be.
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Post by Jim on Sept 3, 2007 20:28:21 GMT
First point of order, Assassin, you are NOT useless! You are being your own harshest critic at the moment. We don't really know you other than by what you post, but it seems to me that it's not really jealousy that's the crux of the matter, but impatience with yourself for not being able to accomplish or master something in the time period you've given yourself. - All skills take time, patience and practice to develop, and there's no such thing as perfection the first time around. People don't pick up a musical instrument for the first time in their lives and immediately begin cranking out tunes. Same thing goes for writing, drawing and any recreational activities from pool to football.
- Figure out what you want to do, and I emphasize want. Don't do it to impress anyone else but yourself. Take an inventory of your interests. Everyone has different talents and fortés, and you need to explore them.
- Related to #2, find something you enjoy and have fun doing. Allow yourself some self-satisfaction and pride in what you do accomplish.
- Maintain your sense of humor if something doesn't work out the first time you attempt it. If it's really something you want to do, with a sense of humor, you'll work out the bugs, persevere and achieve the results you're looking for.
- Acceptance. I'm not a downhill skier, nor play hockey as a few of my a few of my friends do, but it doesn't stop me from complimenting their skills. They in turn often compliment my skills as a caricaturist. I often drew caricatures and cartoons of my workmates over the years. There are a few workmates whose personality I can capture easily enough, and accept the fact that there are others who are next to impossible for me to draw at all. I know that there are other talented caricaturists out there - but am satisfied and accept what I can accomplish.
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Post by CabForward on Sept 7, 2007 6:31:52 GMT
Assassin, how old are you, and when did you begin puberty? I went through a long, difficult "emo" phase through puberty, with many suicide attempts. This is because puberty is a very stressful time, and alot of adults don't remember that it's often a time of discovering who you are.
Also, what stresses are there in your life? Do your parents stop you from doing something important to you? This can often lead down the "emo" path.
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Post by Assassin on Sept 8, 2007 15:45:13 GMT
It's safe to assume I'm done with puberty (I'm too paranoid to say my real age) I'm not going to suicide, that's just stupid on my part. I just need to find I way I can be satisfied with myself.
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Post by stuart7 on Sept 8, 2007 21:42:21 GMT
You've done well here so far, Asassin, and have plenty of potential, so don't go putting yourself down. Think what good things you've done:
1. Written a few good comic parodies 2. Written several cracking adaptations.
Can't remember what else you've done, but whatever you do, think positive. A little optimism goes a long way.
Stuart
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Post by PC Stratford on Sept 8, 2007 23:57:21 GMT
Plus you did a good voice for Percy's Driver in Chris Burrell's redub of 'TPATOS'. Even if you aren't doing much voice acting at the moment, it is still considered a good thing and you have quite a bit of potential
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Post by Ronnie on Sept 9, 2007 1:00:00 GMT
No one is useless. Everyone has something they're good at, whether it be music, sports, writing, or other things. Though I'll be the first to tell you that this can often be difficult to find for some people. There has to be something about you that makes you unique. Use whatever that is to your advantage.
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Post by Churchy on Sept 9, 2007 11:43:41 GMT
Well i've just thrown away a GCSE. Religious Studies was the worst thing to date, I got a F. It might be Okay if I had not tried, but I was predicted a A. I haven't even told my parents. Should I take a resit or not?
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