See you around :)

[Laika]

hey everyone,

I've decided I'm going to be taking a break from RF for a while. I've had depression for nearly seven and a half years now and the way I currently use RF (and the internet) is simply unhealthy and swallows up hours and days as the Internet enables me to escape from my problems. Of course, they won't solve themselves so it is all an illusion and "real life" is still there everytime I log off. It's been a habit I've wanted to kick for some time but it's only now I've found the strength to make that effort.

The past few months I have started to get the sense that I can put depression behind me and have made some very real progress, even if it has been one day at a time. I will probably be on here on and off, just to see how everyone's doing, but I'm expecting that this break will last until the start of July, when I celebrate my 27th Birthday on the 13th and at least feel I've made a real effort. it's not forever, though it may feel like it.

As much as I feel like **** because of how much I will miss you all, "now" feels like that moment to take that first step and go and make something of myself. hopefully when I get back it will be with a very wide grin on my face and one hell of a life in front of me.

If you could not burn this place down in my absence that would be cool. As we're all responsible adults and I wouldn't want to leave you empty handed, I'm sure I can trust you with

Spoiler: these.

Best Wishes,
Laika.

 

[allfoak]

Blessings sir.

 

[lewisnotmiller]

Hey mate,

Sounds pretty sensible to me. Buggered if I know how you combine realism with being a communist, but...



Joking, of course. I'll miss you and look forwards to wishing you a happy birthday later in the year.

 

[Revoltingest]

hey everyone,

I've decided I'm going to be taking a break from RF for a while. I've had depression for nearly seven and a half years now and the way I currently use RF (and the internet) is simply unhealthy and swallows up hours and days as the Internet enables me to escape from my problems. Of course, they won't solve themselves so it is all an illusion and "real life" is still there everytime I log off. It's been a habit I've wanted to kick for some time but it's only now I've found the strength to make that effort.

The past few months I have started to get the sense that I can put depression behind me and have made some very real progress, even if it has been one day at a time. I will probably be on here on and off, just to see how everyone's doing, but I'm expecting that this break will last until the start of July, when I celebrate my 27th Birthday on the 13th and at least feel I've made a real effort. it's not forever, though it may feel like it.

As much as I feel like **** because of how much I will miss you all, "now" feels like that moment to take that first step and go and make something of myself. hopefully when I get back it will be with a very wide grin on my face and one hell of a life in front of me.

If you could not burn this place down in my absence that would be cool. As we're all responsible adults and I wouldn't want to leave you empty handed, I'm sure I can trust you with

Spoiler: these.

Best Wishes,
Laika.

I know what's going on behind this obvious cover story.....
You're going to a commie training compound to train for subverting capitalism, & the eventual overthrow of Revoltistan!
But I hope you enjoy it.
And when you attack, we'll win you over to the dark side.
Booowaahahahahhahahahhahha, etc!

 

[Kori]

I say move to the US all your problems will be solved. Our streets are paved with Gold...or it is bone. Bernie for Premier of the USSA.

 

[Rival]

I have your phone number. You're not going anywhere.

 

[Buttercup]

Best wishes for an adventurous and fruitful journey, Laika.

I hope you find your way back here sooner than later.

 

[4consideration]

All the best to you out there in the real world.

I think a break of this kind is a good idea every now and again.

 

[beenherebeforeagain]

Take care on your journey, friend! Always here if you need to talk a bit!

 

[Jainarayan]

the way I currently use RF (and the internet) is simply unhealthy and swallows up hours and days as the Internet enables me to escape from my problems

Boy, do I hear you! For a long time the internet brought out the worst in me (probably still does according to a lot of people ), so it's best to step away from the keyboard, at least for a while. The internet isn't going anywhere, Al Gore will see to that.

I can't believe I hawked up that meme.

 

[Deidre]

You'll be missed. ((hugs)) Take care of yourself, and hope to see you eventually again, here.

 

[First Baseman]

May God bless you and be with you and help you with your depression. Don't be a stranger.

 

[rocala]

Best wishes to you.

 

[columbus]

I've decided I'm going to be taking a break from RF for a while.

<delurk>
You can read RF and not reply.
All the tasty sturmandrang with no unpleasant side effects. And frankly, nobody needs your opinions besides you.

Columbus
<relurk>

 

[Valjean]

We'll miss you, Laika. I hope things improve for you.

 

[Deeje]

The demon depression can be conquered...but only when you are ready to face him head on and deal with him.

All the best.

 

[MARCELLO]

The very best wishes for you. Should you really leave the forum ?

 

[ADigitalArtist]

Good luck to you and be well. I've taken such breaks before and was glad I did. Let's you reprioritize your life and do a lot of productive and mind-healthy activities.

 

[Ouroboros]

You'll be missed Laika. I hope you can get that depression under control. It's no fun to have.

 

[Baladas]

See you around, Laika!
Best of wishes to you as you seek to master your depression.
I know how hard it is to live with.

Peace!