Randalizer Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 Hi folks, So a concern of mind that has been bothering me (I'm bothered easily on some levels) is that of bragging, ego inflation. Namely talking about achievements, accomplishments and such. Some examples include; Bragging/talking about my garden. Boasting about my new laptop. (have I told you about it yet? ) Doing well with a certain online game. etc. Now I need to give some perspective. I come from a very rural and poor family. My Dad (who never entered high school, {14-18 year olds here in the states}) died when I was 16, my childhood was a complete wreck (moved all the time, school studies completely messed up), plus I have some issue with being a bit hyperactive, having a hard time focusing (but getting better as I get older and slow down). So when I achieve things, it makes me feel real proud, like I'm not a loser (like my Dad, really my step Dad, claimed) that I can actually accomplish things. So every achievement (successful grow/harvest, buying my laptop, my attending a university by working my way through it) feels kind of overwhelming but in a good way. I've worked so hard to make my life better and have had very little help. So I feel good and want to share these good feelings. But then I realize that I may be making others feel badly and sounding like a complete schmuck. I don't mean to. I'm just so overcome at times with joy that I have been able to achieve anything at all with my life. It feels very overwhelming at times. So if I have come off as a cocky yank :!: I do apologize. I don't mean to. I would love to hear others thought about ego, bragging and social etiquette on these sort of things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lDlRlE oN DaT GooD Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 Nice 1 man im glad you realized your problem...Thats a big problem with society in general alot of people let ego control there lives i mean dont get me wrong ego is hard to control but alot of people think and make decisions or say something based off there ego or the emotion there feeling at that point in time with no educated thought put into that decision...but hey everyone has this problem so dont worry at least your being responsible by recognizing it and working on it so you can become better..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartman Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 So I feel good and want to share these good feelings. Next time take the gun and stick it in your mouth instead of waving it around innocent people. :wink: tell us more about these good feelings you have rand ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mentiras Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 You want to be careful with all that self analysis rand old bean, you'll end up being an american. Oh, erm, too late then. Still, that means insufferable braggard is genetically inprinted, so on you go, can't make a cat a dog. You want to try being british for a while, talk about confusing. Sure folk will pull you up if your avi totally blocks out all your communications. We do have mods somewhere I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 You have to take turns otherwise it gets very boring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randalizer Posted July 30, 2009 Author Share Posted July 30, 2009 :wink: tell us more about these good feelings you have rand ? Well, yea. I sent an apology note to Hvy and have more on the way. I'm a bit manic and as I said, a bit immature emotionally at times. It sucks really as it overshadows my brilliant moments and threatens me with depression at times. Anything else you would like to know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartman Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 Anything else you would like to know? zero zilch nothing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Underwater Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 Bragging/talking about my garden. It's a weed site Rand! Thats why it exists! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randalizer Posted July 30, 2009 Author Share Posted July 30, 2009 Bragging/talking about my garden. It's a weed site Rand! Thats why it exists! hmmmmm Does that make this site ego driven then? And is that a bad thing? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underwater Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 Bragging/talking about my garden. It's a weed site Rand! Thats why it exists! hmmmmm Does that make this site ego driven then? And is that a bad thing? No, it's an interest and it's healthy to discuss things you like with people who appreciate your opinion on that same subject. It's all good buddy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BioBuzz Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 I would love to hear others thought about ego, bragging and social etiquette on these sort of things. Rand, you never came across as being arrogant in any way Sounds like good 'ol drink talk to me.... To be honest, Im ashamed of most of the stuff I've posted when Im drunk If your interested in understanding how the ego works Id advise reading this book..... Interesting read, you will actually feel better after it Also, if that was'nt drunk talk, stop talking shite its easily seen that your not stupid from your posts :wink: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randalizer Posted July 30, 2009 Author Share Posted July 30, 2009 Also, if that was'nt drunk talk, stop talking shite its easily seen that your not stupid from your posts aww man .. wipes a tear away good stuff! But you only see/read the edited version of me here. I amy not be stupid, but I've done some stupid things before. And thanks for the book recommendation! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BioBuzz Posted July 30, 2009 Share Posted July 30, 2009 But you only see/read the edited version of me here. I've got a few dvd's with you in them mr pinky mouse man..... which reminds me some one of my friends was ranting bout watching midget porn Hmmm......... things to do, places to be..... godspeed good sir Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DtH Posted August 3, 2009 Share Posted August 3, 2009 Does that make this site ego driven then? And is that a bad thing? no rand, it makes this thread ego driven, as it exists to serve your ego, by skirting around and/or trying to justify the real issue. its not a bad thing, its a start. online, youre a textbook DSM IV case of histrionic/narcissistic personality disorder. as evidenced most recently in the gaming thread. im sure in real life, youre lovely. i suggest therapy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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