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don't laugh please
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bumblebee62331
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Do you want to change?
I was going to suggest you PM someone and ask them to PM you if they see you on and tell you to get off CF!
I was going to suggest you PM someone and ask them to PM you if they see you on and tell you to get off CF!
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I'm very sorry to hear that. As addictions go, computer related ones might not be as physically dangerous as drugs and so on, but it can certainly be just as debilitating as anything from a mental and social point of view.
In what way are you addicted? Do you ignore doing things to spend time at the computer? Do you think about computer related stuff all the time? Is it talking to other people online that you like?
What I believe is needed to break the addiction is to pray to God for strength. The realization that you can't do it alone is a vital step. You also need to find a reason why to stop being at the computer. It could be anything from family to simply not wanting to waste time.
Then you should cut down on the time spent at your computer. I'd suggest you prioritize things in your life, and put computer stuff at the lowest possible rank. If this doesn't work, you might want to consider ditching the computer completely for a while.
Set goals for how much time to spend at the computer per day. If you have a lot of free time, try finding other things to do. Once you start getting your mind off the computer, it will only get easier. Don't hesitate to ask for help. An accountability partner is never a bad idea.
Addictions are NOT to be laughed at!
In what way are you addicted? Do you ignore doing things to spend time at the computer? Do you think about computer related stuff all the time? Is it talking to other people online that you like?
What I believe is needed to break the addiction is to pray to God for strength. The realization that you can't do it alone is a vital step. You also need to find a reason why to stop being at the computer. It could be anything from family to simply not wanting to waste time.
Then you should cut down on the time spent at your computer. I'd suggest you prioritize things in your life, and put computer stuff at the lowest possible rank. If this doesn't work, you might want to consider ditching the computer completely for a while.
Set goals for how much time to spend at the computer per day. If you have a lot of free time, try finding other things to do. Once you start getting your mind off the computer, it will only get easier. Don't hesitate to ask for help. An accountability partner is never a bad idea.
Addictions are NOT to be laughed at!
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I swear I have a computer addiction, too.
It's not funny, but it seems that people don't think you can get addicted to things other than the big four: gambling, drugs, booze and cigarettes.
I have a short attention span, though, so I tend to walk away from it - so this means I get away with it just a little bit, but I really should be concentrating more on my university work.
IO
It's not funny, but it seems that people don't think you can get addicted to things other than the big four: gambling, drugs, booze and cigarettes.
I have a short attention span, though, so I tend to walk away from it - so this means I get away with it just a little bit, but I really should be concentrating more on my university work.
IO
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Onlythingavailable said:
When ideal conditions exist, it's easy to get addicted to just about anything; a good thing or not. Question is, does the time you spend on__ interfere with other activities/responsibilities/time with your loved ones? Has anyone complained about it?
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Byootaful said:Do you want to change?
I was going to suggest you PM someone and ask them to PM you if they see you on and tell you to get off CF!
yes i do want to change. i want to change because i feel it is affecting so many other areas of my life - negatively.
that is a good idea!
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Onlythingavailable said:
thank you soooooo much for what you wrote!! I repped you for you post!
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InnocentOdion said:
I'm glad I'm not the only one.
thank you all for your responses. I was so scared someone would pay out on my for my OP.
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janny108 said:
I've heard that some people can be prone to developing addictions more than others.. they apparently have an "addictive personality" or something.. i wonder if that's true or if it bolox...
to answer your question.. YES YES and YES!
the time is spend on the computer is interferring with EVERYTHING else in my life
... I'm eating meals at the computer.. I'm not doing as much housework as I feel I should.. I'm spending less time with people.. I know its bad.. but its soo hard to stop!! 
It's like going on the computer (particularly CF) gives me a rush.. kinda a high.. its an escape for me.. i don't know why.. ?
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how about making your time here a ministry. search out new people to welcome. bless others by being an encourager. bear fruit by what you do while you are here. make your time here a fruitful exsperiance. and make your time away from the computer a fruitful exsperiance.
sometimes when we are drawn to something, we can use it to bless others. it will help you with the time you spend here and it will help your time away too.
each of us have spititual gifts. you can use your time here and online to exsplore this part of your life. use the time you're drawn online to grow and encourage others to grow.
sometimes when we are drawn to something, we can use it to bless others. it will help you with the time you spend here and it will help your time away too.
each of us have spititual gifts. you can use your time here and online to exsplore this part of your life. use the time you're drawn online to grow and encourage others to grow.
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goldenviolet said:how about making your time here a ministry. search out new people to welcome. bless others by being an encourager. bear fruit by what you do while you are here. make your time here a fruitful exsperiance. and make your time away from the computer a fruitful exsperiance.
sometimes when we are drawn to something, we can use it to bless others. it will help you with the time you spend here and it will help your time away too.
each of us have spititual gifts. you can use your time here and online to exsplore this part of your life. use the time you're drawn online to grow and encourage others to grow.
thanks Dee! thats awesome!!
I actually do try to do that. I've set up a Depression Support thread in the mental health section and an alternatives to suicide thread also. I help quite a few ppl on here who are suicidal/depressed. It's a real blessing and honour to help others. I love it.
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