Taffin Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 (edited) Moved house recently so extremely stressed out by finances, getting the house up to scratch (1930s with a garden. I've never had a garden before), getting to know the new city, wrapping up interest in previous property etc etc. Woke up today, flat tyre. Putting the spare on, I smashed my mobile. Searching for some solace here I guess. What lifts a weight for you all and cheers you up on bad days? Edited November 28, 2023 by Taffin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 1 minute ago, Taffin said: Moved house recently so extremely stressed out by finances, getting the house up to scratch (1930s with a garden. I've never had a garden before), getting to know the new city, wrapping up interest in previous property etc etc. Woke up today, flat tyre. Putting the spare on, I smashed my mobile. Searching for some solace here I guess. What lifts a weight for you all and cheers you up on bad days? Wank and a lemsip, Cures all! (Imagine knocking on the door rhythm) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikey1874 Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Break up the day. A walk is a good option especially if can get into nature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cheetah Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 I usually just laugh and say **** it, it's not that bad really. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted November 28, 2023 Author Share Posted November 28, 2023 (edited) 18 minutes ago, ǝǝɥʇᴉɯS said: Wank and a lemsip, Cures all! (Imagine knocking on the door rhythm) 14 minutes ago, Mikey1874 said: Break up the day. A walk is a good option especially if can get into nature. 13 minutes ago, cheetah said: I usually just laugh and say **** it, it's not that bad really. Cheers guys. I started at the laugh and move on stage and it's festered as the days gone on. Think a walk will do my the world of good @Mikey1874, though I did initially read it as a follow on from Smithee's post through the cracks in my screen 😂😂 Airplane is a great shout too, though it may result in my death if my girlfriend is in as she doesn't get it. Edited November 28, 2023 by Taffin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howdy Doody Jambo Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 (edited) That's not really a bad day is it? We're all stressed we're all skint Phone up a friend for a chat, have a cup of tea and a chocolate cake Listen to the Hearts song by Hector Nicol , A new hoose with a garden a car and a new mobile phone Sounds like a great day to me Edited November 28, 2023 by Howdy Doody Jambo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Hey wait, you haven't annoyed your new neighbours have you? How's your shed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ribble Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Go stand in the new garden, picture what you'd like to do with it, where you'd put decking, a patio, where would you put a BBQ, what kind of seating it'd have and then think of the laughs you will have during the summer with the BBQ going and a few mates round having beers. Might sound simple but takes your mind off money, the car, the broken mobile etc for 10 mins while you breathe in some fresh air Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Just remind yourself those are material things . They can be fixed . Take a deep breath. Like the other poster said , laugh . It really is the best medicine. Life is absurd . Then you die . ps have a nice day dream about how your garden will look in the future . Take a pic of it , see how it changes and grows. honestly my motto is ! “ well it could be worse I could be dead “ I remember years ago when Boris Becker lost in the first round at Wimbledon ( think he was top seed ) at the press conference he was very wise and philosophical . ” I didn’t lose a leg , I didnt lose an arm or an eye , I lost a match “ everything in perspective Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 6 minutes ago, Ribble said: Go stand in the new garden, picture what you'd like to do with it, where you'd put decking, a patio, where would you put a BBQ, what kind of seating it'd have and then think of the laughs you will have during the summer with the BBQ going and a few mates round having beers. Might sound simple but takes your mind off money, the car, the broken mobile etc for 10 mins while you breathe in some fresh air 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fabienleclerq Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Exercise is a good one. I make a list of shit that needs done, clears my head a bit. Tick them off one by one. I try think about the positives of my situation and that others have it much worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darren Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Not sure 'imagine what your garden could look like' is the best advice for someone who's skint and worried about money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JudyJudyJudy Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 5 minutes ago, Darren said: Not sure 'imagine what your garden could look like' is the best advice for someone who's skint and worried about money. It costs nothing to have imagination or day dream . In fact it’s a motivator Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highlandjambo3 Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Remember your a hearts fan…..not a hibs fan 😳 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott herbertson Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Taffin said: Airplane is a great shout too, though it may result in my death if my girlfriend is in as she doesn't get it. Buy her a blow up co-pilot to keep her occupied while you watch it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deodato Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Taffin said: Moved house recently so extremely stressed out by finances, getting the house up to scratch (1930s with a garden. I've never had a garden before), getting to know the new city, wrapping up interest in previous property etc etc. Woke up today, flat tyre. Putting the spare on, I smashed my mobile. Searching for some solace here I guess. What lifts a weight for you all and cheers you up on bad days? Kronenburg 1664 is worth a shout, a box of 24 bottles for £11.99 in Sainsburys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 The missus in the house with her newly-acquired inflatable Airplane autopilot. You out in your own back yard, redesigning the garden in your mind's eye, swigging a mug of Lemsip while listening to the Hearts Song at top volume and having a Sherman. That's living the dream, man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
il Duce McTarkin Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 1 hour ago, ǝǝɥʇᴉɯS said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boris Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Given your username, you have to ask, maybe you shouldn't be living there? Just joking 😃 It'll all be fine. 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambof3tornado Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Go and find a dug.....give him a pat on the head and a wee ear rub. There, better already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redjambo Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 2 hours ago, ǝǝɥʇᴉɯS said: Wank and a lemsip, Cures all! (Imagine knocking on the door rhythm) In which order? Asking for a friend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Fredrickson Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Ulysses said: The missus in the house with her newly-acquired inflatable Airplane autopilot. You out in your own back yard, redesigning the garden in your mind's eye, swigging a mug of Lemsip while listening to the Hearts Song at top volume and having a Sherman. That's living the dream, man. it is WAY too cold for garden shermans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
periodictabledancer Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 A bottle of wine (ALL of it) and listen to this on repeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greedy Jambo Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 (edited) 3 hours ago, Taffin said: Moved house recently so extremely stressed out by finances, getting the house up to scratch (1930s with a garden. I've never had a garden before), getting to know the new city, wrapping up interest in previous property etc etc. Woke up today, flat tyre. Putting the spare on, I smashed my mobile. Searching for some solace here I guess. What lifts a weight for you all and cheers you up on bad days? Ah, we've all been there, i'm having another one of those situations right now, kitchen window handle has broken off, boiler has stopped working after getting a new one a year ago, flat car battery, flat tyre that i have to pump up every morning, car is going for an MOT and service next week, so that will be another wad of cash. I suppose you should just be grateful that you've got a house with a garden. It does sound like you've bitten off more than you can chew though. Edited November 28, 2023 by Greedy Jambo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day@theraces Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 I just Imagine myself as the victim in one of these Mexican cartel videos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 4 hours ago, Taffin said: Moved house recently so extremely stressed out by finances, getting the house up to scratch (1930s with a garden. I've never had a garden before), getting to know the new city, wrapping up interest in previous property etc etc. Woke up today, flat tyre. Putting the spare on, I smashed my mobile. Searching for some solace here I guess. What lifts a weight for you all and cheers you up on bad days? Watch some Billy Connolly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Der Kaiser Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 1 hour ago, Carl Fredrickson said: it is WAY too cold for garden shermans. For you maybe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
westbow Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 2 hours ago, redjambo said: In which order? Asking for a friend. Definitely not at the same time. Could make your day a lot worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taffin Posted November 28, 2023 Author Share Posted November 28, 2023 Loads of good tips - went for a walk, had a chat to a couple of my friends on the phone and went in the garden and imagined how worth it it'll all be come spring. Feeling better, thank you. Opted against the outdoors Sherman though 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tazio Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 If I feel shit I have certain pieces of music that always snap me out of it. Dry The Rain by The Beta Band always does the trick. When I couldn’t be arsed with going to work my bus stop at the time meant if I started the track as I stepped off the bus it got to the euphoric end section just as I reached the front of my work. Always worked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
il Duce McTarkin Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 22 minutes ago, Tazio said: If I feel shit I have certain pieces of music that always snap me out of it. Dry The Rain by The Beta Band always does the trick. When I couldn’t be arsed with going to work my bus stop at the time meant if I started the track as I stepped off the bus it got to the euphoric end section just as I reached the front of my work. Always worked. That's a great track. My go-to mood elevator at the moment is the 2020 John Digweed remix of the 2003 FC Kahuna classic 'Hayling'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
henrysmithsgloves Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 3 hours ago, Jambof3tornado said: Go and find a dug.....give him a pat on the head and a wee ear rub. There, better already. No my dug FFS, you'll be doing the garden in springtime with one hand 😆 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spellczech Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 If I read tomorrow about someone being arrested for having a walking wank I know what will have gone wrong for you today... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highlandjambo3 Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 38 minutes ago, Taffin said: Loads of good tips - went for a walk, had a chat to a couple of my friends on the phone and went in the garden and imagined how worth it it'll all be come spring. Feeling better, thank you. Opted against the outdoors Sherman though 😂 Will this even fit in your garden 🤷♂️ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gizmo Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 6 hours ago, ǝǝɥʇᴉɯS said: Wank and a lemsip, Cures all! (Imagine knocking on the door rhythm) It's a bit cloudy this lemsip... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunder and Lightning Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 At least you have an excuse to get a new phone. New phone day is always good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 2 hours ago, Taffin said: Loads of good tips - went for a walk, had a chat to a couple of my friends on the phone and went in the garden and imagined how worth it it'll all be come spring. Feeling better, thank you. Good to hear. You rarely go wrong checking in with your mates. 2 hours ago, Taffin said: Opted against the outdoors Sherman though 😂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 2 hours ago, Gizmo said: It's a bit cloudy this lemsip... And, not in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unknown user Posted November 28, 2023 Share Posted November 28, 2023 3 hours ago, Taffin said: Opted against the outdoors Sherman though 😂 What's the point in even having a bloody garden then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daktari Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 Have a listen to these blokes. Deal with a real bad day lie they're on a bus into town. My worst day at work was never like this... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
periodictabledancer Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 Checked in to see it OP was OK. Guys, word. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Fredrickson Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 13 hours ago, Ulysses said: For you maybe. Fecking show off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
New Town Loafer Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 I always think 'this too shall pass'. My sister gave me that advice years ago when I was struggling with depression. Also good advice when everything is going well as it keeps you grounded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobboM Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 Just remember there's always someone far worse off than you. Just find out who they are and go and have a right good chuckle at their predicament 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bull's-eye Posted November 29, 2023 Share Posted November 29, 2023 Bury another body under the patio. Works for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HMFC01 Posted December 13, 2023 Share Posted December 13, 2023 I was having a crap few days. I decided, ****it, I'm going for a run. I don't jog as much as I used to because I walk mostly, which is tiring enough. I cycle as well. Decided to jog for a change. Got back, done some reading, decided to watch something with humour. I selected a Will Ferrel documentary off Sky Arts. There's several other actors too. Anyways, I got to abit where he was doing one of his Saturday Night Live characters. I thought I could watch it normally with just a feignt laugh or chuckle. See what you think of this. It might cheer you up or make you forget what was bugging you at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Findlay Posted December 13, 2023 Share Posted December 13, 2023 On 28/11/2023 at 18:05, periodictabledancer said: A bottle of wine (ALL of it) and listen to this on repeat. I'm in there, the lower section lower right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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