faraday

The third picture is graphic.

https://www.myanmar-now.org/en/news

I am somewhat concerned,  as to whyAnutin has a latex glove - which are used for intimate examinations, over his clenched fist.

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I see that an Israeli military intelligence veteran, has been hired to give a positive spin on all these atrocities.

https://www.foreignlobby.com/2021/03/05/myanmar-junta-hires-israeli-intelligence-veteran-for-international-lobbying-campaign/

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/mar/07/myanmar-hires-pr-agent-to-explain-real-situation-to-western-leaders

4 minutes ago, ezzra said:

Rubbish... i had several of them in Oz looking at my bladder and kidneys, painful procedure if you are not under, asked to be put under at any cost and you'll feel a thing, ask the urologist to lubricate the instrument well so it will not scar your urine tubes and save you bleeding and burning sensations when peeing..

 Please note the fourth word in my first sentence.

There are two types of Cystocopy:

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cystoscopy/what-happens/

That's why your comment is not only rude, but inaccurate.

I had a flexible Cystocopy in the UK about 10/11 years. Anaesthetic isn't needed, & apart from a little discomfort - & no pain, it was all straitforward. 

Bit of blood in my urine afterwards. 

Don't be scared, it's no big deal. 

Chok Dee!

Simon, yup I certainly agree that social media is responsible for a lot of stress.

To a degree, we all look for self validation in a healthy way, but the 'craving' for 'likes' has become overwhelming, which in my opinion, turns into a competition almost. The desire to become better than our peers.

I sought counseling to address my mood swings  successfully. It taught me perspective & how to develop my coping mechanisms further. Whereas my GP just wanted to hand out SSRI's which didn't address the real issue.

Ofc, pharmaceutical companies want to make even more money, so promoting their compound as an easy fix, rather than counselling for example, I think appeals to those people who want instant results. A form of gratification? I dunno.

1 hour ago, simon43 said:

Well, having 'suffered' with an extremely bipolar Thai wife, I'd say there is some truth in his comments.  When her crazy behaviour finally broke our marriage, I refused to act on my emotions any longer, and completely ignored her weird actions.  How surprising that she suddenly stopped being bipolar when I was around.... Her new western boyfriend was at his wit's end trying to deal with her mental illness, whereas she was now no longer mentally ill when I was around...

 

In any case, I take the (perhaps harsh) view that any illness - mental or physical - needs to be considered in the context of evolution theory, that a species grows stronger with the natural removal of the weakest of it's species.  

 My comment on his post was that true bipolar caused by a chemical imbalance, would not be solved by a "slap" 

As for your second paragraph, that sounds a bit - or a lot, harsh, Simon.

In my opinion -&  this is not a Thai bash, that Thai people don't have the coping strategies to deal with emotions, due to perhaps 'face', upbringing or whatever.

Having said that, the West is way too combative, to say the least.

In farangistan, as you know we have considerable more help, & a different culture in dealing with emotions: Generally.

Talking therapies don't seem to exist here really.

Maybe Ryan is able to expand on this?

@ThailandRyan

On 3/31/2021 at 9:30 PM, Mr Derek said:

Sensitive members of society can easily experience something akin to post traumatic stress when faced with these so-called 'jokes

 Just give 'em a "good slap", that's what you recommended, eh Derek...?

18 hours ago, Mr Derek said:

Suffice to say it is not an illness but a conditioned response.

 You really, do not know, what you are talking about.

This isn't the 19th Century.

2 hours ago, Mr Derek said:

I'm sure there are genuine, extreme cases but mainly it's just a put-on. A good slap would cure it, like it does in the old movies.

You have absolutely no idea what you are talking about.

2 hours ago, Johnny Mac said:

 

My kids are off school and sitting in their room all day with the AC on.

 

I never really understood the fascination with lecky bills with expats here, so if your bill is a few K up next month is that really going to make much difference to your life/budget?

  Waste beer money, that's why.

(ofc, I expect you don't drink)

7 hours ago, Leaver said:

 

Difference of age has nothing to do with it, money does.  You will be shown affection as long as you keep paying.  Stop the cash flow and you will be looking for a new Thai companion next month.  

How old are you?

Thought this was available to download today, but couldn't find it anywhere.

Anyway it's on YouTube.

@recom273

This is exceptionally good.

https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/4-months-3-weeks-and-2-days-2008

16 hours ago, Crossy said:

 

Interesting indeed, will throw it at the tech chaps, not that they will take any notice of a humble mod.

 

 But Crossy, you have such power at your fingertips....!

Hopefully not 220v though.

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6 hours ago, Damrongsak said:

remember the question. 

Question...? What bloomin' question?

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