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Offline Diesel2112

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Re: First Post
« Reply #64 on: May 16, 2013, 11:05:00 AM »
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par·a·site
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noun
1.
an organism that lives on or in an organism of another species, known as the host, from the body of which it obtains nutriment.

2.
a person who receives support, advantage, or the like, from another or others without giving any useful or proper return, as one who lives on the hospitality of others.

3.
(in ancient Greece) a person who received free meals in return for amusing or impudent conversation, flattering remarks, etc
That's this dude to a T. He's like one of those fish you see leeched onto a big whale swimming through the ocean.

You can't HATE the guy because he's quit, but I steam when he pops in here like "one of the gang" yet he is kind of pissing all over us at the same time.

Like N.P. said "I can't pretend a stranger is a long awaited friend".
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Re: First Post
« Reply #63 on: May 16, 2013, 10:59:00 AM »
par·a·site
[par-uh-sahyt] Show IPA

noun
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an organism that lives on or in an organism of another species, known as the host, from the body of which it obtains nutriment.

2.
a person who receives support, advantage, or the like, from another or others without giving any useful or proper return, as one who lives on the hospitality of others.

3.
(in ancient Greece) a person who received free meals in return for amusing or impudent conversation, flattering remarks, etc
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Re: First Post
« Reply #62 on: May 16, 2013, 10:52:00 AM »
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30 days quit. Haven't posted on here recently since there were a few who either didn't think I was serious about my quit or didn't agree with my methods. Still going strong.
Seriously, what's your deal?

I'm glad you are quit but why not use this site to it's fullest? Why not help out others, why not post roll, why not jump into the fucking pool and swim with us instead of sneaking in at night and taking a piss in it?

You obviously get something out of this site, or you wouldn't keep popping in. fucking stop using and start helping.

Helping others is one of the best things you can do to strengthen your quit.

Your in limbo right now. Most people hate you, a few people are luke warm to you, but we ARE ALL glad you are quit.

Why the fuck do you keep resisting to get fully involved?

Pissing me off.

GIVE BACK. Some guys could really use the help. QUIT BEING SELFISH.

IEFJFJKDJKDDJKBDJKBDJKBDVJKDJKVBHBHBFHEBFBFFBFB!!!!!!!!!!!
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"You can fight without ever winning, but never ever win, win without a fight".
"Onion rings...funyons. A connection? Yeah. I fucking think so."
"Honest Abe had a fake jaw".
"In a world that seems so small, I can't stop thinking big"
"Someone set a bad example. Made surrender seem all right
The act of a noble warrior. Who lost the will to fight."

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Re: First Post
« Reply #61 on: May 16, 2013, 08:19:00 AM »
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30 days quit.  Haven't posted on here recently since there were a few who either didn't think I was serious about my quit or didn't agree with my methods.  Still going strong.
Stop being so self centered and post roll call or go away.
Congrats on 30 days. It's a drop in the bucket compared to what it can be one day, so be willing to do anything to stay quit.

I like our method, and I believe it is the best out there. Our percentages of those that remain quit are much higher than any other method out there. Of course, our members do whatever it takes to stay quit.

If you think your method is better, keep checking in. Catch me in days quit (I'm currently at day 688.). I dare you.
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Offline omahaflyer

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Re: First Post
« Reply #60 on: May 16, 2013, 08:15:00 AM »
Quote from: Lifes2short
30 days quit. Haven't posted on here recently since there were a few who either didn't think I was serious about my quit or didn't agree with my methods. Still going strong.
Stop being so self centered and post roll call or go away.
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Re: First Post
« Reply #59 on: May 16, 2013, 02:56:00 AM »
Quote from: Lifes2short
30 days quit. Haven't posted on here recently since there were a few who either didn't think I was serious about my quit or didn't agree with my methods. Still going strong.
I don't understand why you post here without posting roll. Kinda fishy.
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Re: First Post
« Reply #58 on: May 16, 2013, 01:59:00 AM »
30 days quit. Haven't posted on here recently since there were a few who either didn't think I was serious about my quit or didn't agree with my methods. Still going strong.
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Re: First Post
« Reply #57 on: May 07, 2013, 05:54:00 AM »
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Don't really want the guy to post roll. Hang out here....I'm OK with that (and NDY, I agree there's some attention whoring goin' on. This post isn't really for Lifes2short). Hang out and test your "ideas" and your proven methods. At least here people will be honest about them. At home, work, the bar, etc, people will just nod politely and say stuff like "I'm proud of you. Great Job. You have it worked out!" Of course they don't mean it, but they don't want to ruin dinner.
But back to the reason I'm not joining any parade to talk L2S into posting roll. It's like this: My group (the BoMB) had plenty of guys who got all the support we had to offer whenever they needed it. And they only logged on when THEY needed something. Where where they when EADG posted obvious signs of caving? They were not there. Did those guys read about QuitterX's cave after binge drinking? Nope, those guys don't post weekends. Bottom line, the guys in the newest quit group will need guys that will watch each others backs. This guy hasn't posted roll and says if he did he wouldn't post regularly. Especially in the first months, if you are not there, your just not gonna be watching too many backs. The new group will already have enough guys that will be taking much more than they give.
I'm with you zam. If i was august i wouldn't want this guy in my group. It it's apparent he only thinks about himself.

Good luck on your quit. Even though I dont have much respect for you, I'm glad your quit. Stay quit. I may be quit just like you are, but, i don't quit with you.
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Re: First Post
« Reply #56 on: May 06, 2013, 11:01:00 PM »
Don't really want the guy to post roll. Hang out here....I'm OK with that (and NDY, I agree there's some attention whoring goin' on. This post isn't really for Lifes2short). Hang out and test your "ideas" and your proven methods. At least here people will be honest about them. At home, work, the bar, etc, people will just nod politely and say stuff like "I'm proud of you. Great Job. You have it worked out!" Of course they don't mean it, but they don't want to ruin dinner.
But back to the reason I'm not joining any parade to talk L2S into posting roll. It's like this: My group (the BoMB) had plenty of guys who got all the support we had to offer whenever they needed it. And they only logged on when THEY needed something. Where where they when EADG posted obvious signs of caving? They were not there. Did those guys read about QuitterX's cave after binge drinking? Nope, those guys don't post weekends. Bottom line, the guys in the newest quit group will need guys that will watch each others backs. This guy hasn't posted roll and says if he did he wouldn't post regularly. Especially in the first months, if you are not there, your just not gonna be watching too many backs. The new group will already have enough guys that will be taking much more than they give.

Edit: Do I sincerely hope he quits. Yes. Would I like to see him as an active and engaged member of a quit group. Yes. But to lead him there before he is committed? No thanks.
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Re: First Post
« Reply #55 on: May 06, 2013, 10:24:00 AM »
It took me till 8 days into my quit before I joined this site. My reasons were similar to yours. I was using the site for information, but unwilling to jump in and post roll.

On day eight of my quit I realized that doing this was disrespecting those that are here. I was leaching off them. On that day I joined the site and have posted to roll every day. Since doing so there has been more accountability put into my quit. I have made some friends, they as well as my quit group and everyone else on this site are holding me accountable to my quit. This is quite powerful.

I am going to make the assumption that you are not a troll and you are who you say you are. You have three choices:

1)   Post roll and become part of this community
2)   Get off the site and respect the beliefs of those that are here
3)   Continue doing what you are doing.

Only two of those options are viable options unless you want to be a jerk. Only one of those options raises your chance of maintaining your quit. The choice is yours.
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Re: First Post
« Reply #54 on: May 06, 2013, 10:19:00 AM »
We lead the horse to water but we can't force him to drink.

It really is disrespectful. When the Radman gets a little obtuse, you know it's bad. LOL.

Unless he posts a day 1. I will consider this a case closed, as you guys are right too much time has been wasted on him. Their are people posting and struggling that deserve our attention more than this weakling.
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"Celebrate the moment as it turns into one more"..
"You can fight without ever winning, but never ever win, win without a fight".
"Onion rings...funyons. A connection? Yeah. I fucking think so."
"Honest Abe had a fake jaw".
"In a world that seems so small, I can't stop thinking big"
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Re: First Post
« Reply #53 on: May 06, 2013, 10:08:00 AM »
you are a clown Chris you coming here and us trying to work with you took time away from people who really wanna quit. Stick to likes and tweets
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Re: First Post
« Reply #52 on: May 06, 2013, 09:47:00 AM »
Guys you've given this attention whore way too much of what she wants already. Its not like we haven't seen this type of self-centered behavior from many other addicts. Chris thinks this place is Facebook or Twitter and can't comprehend the difference.
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Re: First Post
« Reply #51 on: May 06, 2013, 09:18:00 AM »
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There is a lot of valuable info on the site and in the forum discussions.
Pay the Price ! post roll.
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Re: First Post
« Reply #50 on: May 06, 2013, 07:50:00 AM »
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Diesel, I did consider posting the days I log in just to get you and a few others off my back and get you guys back focused on the real point... Our ongoing Quit Journeys.  However, I noticed that when people don't consistently post role they are listed under cavers and gheys.  Basically reinforces your point of log in every day.  Which we've already beat to a pulp.  I have read a lot on this site and have even shared the site with my wife.  (She quickly realized what I'd been up to in the past when she read "The top 100 benefits of quitting dip") There is a lot of valuable info on the site and in the forum discussions.
Don't do it to "get us off your back", do it for yourself...do it because it WORKS. If you've read a lot on this site, you should know that.

Seems like you are on here a lot, heck you've even shown your wife the site. Why not just post your promise every day to not use nicotine?

You've made it 21 days nic free why not soak up everything the site has to offer and promise you will make it through the day to #22?

It will only take a few seconds, literally.
As usual, I've been calm and cordial here. I've offered up support and some insight into my view of the situation here. We have all done basically the same thing in different ways. Everybody here wants to see you quit. Yes, even Diesel. After letting this discussion cool for a couple of days, I see nothing has changed. That is upsetting. Really, it is. This last post of yours took some wind out of my sails this morning. Even though your stance has not changed, I feel used. It is disrespectful of everything we all stand for.

I interpret this last post as a taunt saying: "I'll come here, use your tools for FREE, refuse to pay anything back, disregard the most basic rule of this site, and y'all can't do anything about it.". That hurts, man.... it really hurts.

To me, that is the equivalent of taking an apple from the produce department, eating it while you wander around Wal-Mart, then leaving the core on a shelf without paying. Would you get locked up for it? No, but it still ain't right.

You'll probably think I'm taking this way too personally and being overly dramatic. Maybe I am, but this place saved my quit..... thereby saving my life. I won't forget that. I'll continue to pay for my apple...... every damn day.
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