Topic: Life is fucking complicated

[Ghandi]

It's tough to reconcile your own weaknesses with what people expect of you. And especially when the relationships are based upon two different realities.

And I already know the answer: the truth. But it seems that the opposite is often the best solution for both parties. And it is. I know this. (sometimes)

But there is always a deadline.

And I guess the question is, how do you deal with this? I left it vague for a reason - I already know the answer to my problem. I didn't post this for solutions but rather discussion.

[Xessive]

It's tough when you have to live up to other peoples' expectations. Sometimes it's even tougher when you're trying to live up to your own expectations.

The simplest solution could be the most appropriate; simplicity is the ultimate complexity.

[Cobra951]

I've been in this boat for some years now.  It is impossible for me to live up to the expectations of others at this time.  So I have two choices, downplay the pressure, and go on living, or allow it to overwhelm me and take me out, physically or at least mentally.  I'm still here.

[Ghandi]

Usually when I make a drunk thread like this I regret it but this one is pretty spot on...only I didn't explain and tied my concept to about 10 different people.

I should have said that it's tough to explain your weaknesses. Reconciling them is easy.

[gpw11]

I'm so over-tired right now I feel like killing myself yet I just downed a coffee so I didn't crash on the way home from school.   


Just thought that it kind of suited the thread.

[Ghandi]

Probably the worst night of my life tonight. I actually went to the ER yesterday after I thought I was having a heart attack - breathing problems, heart pain, chest tightness and so on. I guess it was just a panic attack, which I've never had. Tonight was much worse than that. Not gonna be able to sleep at all. Tomorrow will be the pinnacle.

Everything self-inflicted, so don't feel bad. 

[Xessive]

Dude, are you alright?

Get some sleep if you can. Let us know how you're feeling when you get up.

[Pugnate]

Yea I am worried about you, my chess partner. Everything OK?

[Cobra951]

I experienced an anxiety attack once, and it was not pleasant.  I'm very concerned if you're having these episodes repeatedly, and they're getting worse.  Or is it something else that's happening, and getting worse?  Either way, hang in there.  Keep in touch.

[K-man]

Life's only as complicated as you want to make it.

Hang in there.  Sounds like maybe you need to take it all a little less seriously.  Amazing what our mind will get us into when left to its own devices.

[Raisa]

hmmm.. doesn't sound very promising.. it's all a passing show--so don't take it too much to heart..laugh, cry, live.

[K-man]

Drink Pepsi

[Quemaqua]

Life's only as complicated as you want to make it.

A beautifully told lie.

[Raisa]

A beautifully told lie.

ditto.

i didn't think PPD was a real thing or something to worry about--till now...

[Cobra951]

That will pass.  Don't sweat it too much.

[PyroMenace]

Today started off completely awesome then went to complete shit. Brought to you by the evils of women.

[K-man]

A beautifully told lie.

That is complete bullshit.