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Do you know anyone that lives outside themselves? View Thread - toni70 on May 22, 2008, 9:14 PM

Interesting. Have you spoken directly with your friend about it? ... - Colorado Guy! ;) on May 23, 2008, 7:08 AM

yes, she is not concerned, but... - toni70 on May 24, 2008, 6:50 PM

Possible Case of DID/MPD - lifeatdawn on Jun 19, 2008, 12:05 AM

Embarrassing and personal issue... View Thread - Hemster on Apr 22, 2008, 7:27 AM

Believe me, I'm no expert on this issue.... - Precious on Apr 25, 2008, 1:47 AM

No go for this time - Hemster on May 8, 2008, 11:10 AM

My input ... - Colorado Guy! :) on May 11, 2008, 7:55 PM

long reply... - Hemster on May 12, 2008, 9:23 AM

Performance anxiety. - Julie on May 13, 2008, 5:33 PM

Anyone know anything about dealing with a spouse with Borderline Personality Disorder? View Thread - Bernie on Nov 15, 2007, 10:32 AM

Bernie.... - Brandi on Nov 16, 2007, 9:07 AM

Brandi, those are priceless links to very helpful information! - Bernie on Dec 4, 2007, 2:25 PM

Oh boy, you're in a tough situation ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Nov 20, 2007, 6:07 AM

ACK.... MY Wife BROKE into my email, and READ and COPIED my support group... - Bernie on Dec 4, 2007, 2:27 PM

Man oh man, I am so sorry about what happened, Bernie! :( n/m - ColoradoGuy! :) on Dec 4, 2007, 5:18 PM

Dang Bernie - Scotott on Dec 4, 2007, 6:19 PM

Wow, Bernie... - Amy on Dec 4, 2007, 8:24 PM

I'm sorry that you are hurting, but you need some honest information - Ruthie on Dec 4, 2007, 5:29 PM

I second that opinion r/o - Jen on Dec 5, 2007, 9:39 AM

What type of documentation? She told me tonight that SHE is done with ME! nm - Bernie on Dec 5, 2007, 10:09 PM

lots of stuff - Jen on Dec 6, 2007, 11:11 AM

I am so sorry to read this, Bernie. - nerdolita on Dec 9, 2007, 3:21 PM

Re: I'm sorry that you are hurting, but you need some honest information - Bernie on Dec 5, 2007, 10:07 PM

Specific documentation - Ruthie on Dec 6, 2007, 10:40 AM

Sorry to hear all this Bernie - Scotott on Dec 4, 2007, 6:16 PM

Its been a few days... - Jen on Dec 10, 2007, 8:57 AM

Thanks for asking about me, and thanks all for sharing with me... UPDATE - Bernie on Dec 13, 2007, 8:50 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you. - Jen on Dec 16, 2007, 10:46 AM

You just did reach. Thanks for the hug. nm - Bernie on Dec 17, 2007, 7:20 PM

Well, she is TAKING concessions away, so I had to move out of our Bedroom... - Bernie on Dec 17, 2007, 7:31 PM

Well Bernie... - Kansas Kelly on Dec 17, 2007, 9:33 PM

Geeze...sorry Bernie. - Amy on Dec 18, 2007, 8:41 AM

I don't think she gets that I'm on my way out, not for a "trial"... - Bernie on Dec 18, 2007, 10:19 AM

New Year, new you - Jen on Dec 18, 2007, 3:22 PM

Boy, this is moving quickly... MORE news... - Bernie on Dec 21, 2007, 3:50 PM

Re: Boy, this is moving quickly... MORE news... - Debbie on Dec 21, 2007, 9:23 PM

Aww Bernie. I just wanted you to know - mtsrool on Dec 22, 2007, 8:16 AM

I'm sorry you're going through all this, Bernie... - Amy on Dec 22, 2007, 2:43 PM

Dealing pretty well mostly, but TODAY I am hurting very much - Bernie on Dec 24, 2007, 11:37 AM

I don't have any advice.. - nerdolita on Dec 25, 2007, 5:33 AM

An amazing family is the greatest gift... I actually ENJOYED today!! - Bernie on Dec 25, 2007, 7:50 PM

I'm so glad you were able to come together ... - Amy on Dec 26, 2007, 1:25 PM

Hi Bernie! - Holger on Jan 15, 2008, 5:08 PM

Yeah, Bernie...how are you doing? - Amy on Jan 30, 2008, 2:15 PM

Not well. My wife has groundlessly denied my proposal for equal custody of our daughter. - Bernie on Feb 19, 2008, 7:14 AM

But I am ready to fight until death for my honey bunny, as she needs a good dad... - Bernie on Feb 19, 2008, 7:15 AM

And sadly, my wife called 911 completely groundlessly yesterday, and police were .... - Bernie on Feb 19, 2008, 7:19 AM

Wow, Bernie... - Amy on Feb 20, 2008, 8:47 PM

Aw man... - nerdolita on Feb 21, 2008, 2:47 PM

Haven't seen you on in a while, Bernie... - Amy on Mar 11, 2008, 7:51 PM

Me too Bernie - tote on Apr 12, 2008, 8:08 PM

Check yourself for Co-Dependence View Thread - Bernie on Dec 27, 2007, 8:06 AM

Looks like a very good and helpful page! n/m - ColoradoGuy! :) on Dec 27, 2007, 4:51 PM

another great one!!! check this one... - Bernie on Jan 3, 2008, 7:55 PM

I love It ! - Nita on Jan 30, 2008, 10:31 PM

Threatened by person on the street View Thread - Dana M on Jan 10, 2008, 2:10 PM

Aw man, I'm sorry about your experience! ... - ColoradoGuy :) on Jan 11, 2008, 7:10 AM

I got threatened by a group of youths at a train station - Vivian on Jan 12, 2008, 7:49 PM

Powerful website for repairing your heart and recovering from abuse and personality disor- View Thread - Bernie on Jan 1, 2008, 9:39 AM

Depression as a defense mechanism from feeling View Thread - ColoradoGuy! :) on Jun 9, 2005, 5:30 PM

hmmm depression - sbgirl on Jun 13, 2005, 12:18 AM

As someone who has dealt with depression... - Angel on Jun 21, 2005, 6:58 AM

"The root of all neuroses is the avoidance of legitimate pain" r/o - ColoradoGuy! :) on Jun 21, 2005, 4:48 PM

Re: "The root of all neuroses is the avoidance of legitimate pain" r/o - Angel on Jun 22, 2005, 10:22 AM

Total agreement here, Steve - Ruthie on Jun 23, 2005, 2:27 PM

Wow... - Kansas Kelly on Jun 24, 2005, 11:58 AM

Piercing words you shared! :) r/o - ColoradoGuy! :) on Jun 24, 2005, 12:20 PM

I still have to disagree - Angel on Jun 25, 2005, 11:33 AM

Depression is... - whiteyford72 on Jul 6, 2005, 8:50 PM

that's fairly well said angel! :) - Kevin at the PFLD Library on Aug 6, 2005, 2:46 PM

the depression of Lewis and Freud - Pat the chemist on Jul 7, 2005, 10:40 PM

what are criteria for diagnosis of clinical depression - Pat the chemist on Jul 8, 2005, 11:20 AM

I agree - Idahogirl on Jul 13, 2005, 1:46 PM

i disagree - kezz on Aug 3, 2005, 5:31 PM

i agree - toni0000007 on Nov 8, 2007, 5:11 PM

I totally agree.... I have depressive tendancies, and am now taking meds for it... - Bernie on Nov 15, 2007, 10:45 AM

popcorn too? - toni0000007 on Nov 30, 2007, 11:53 AM

Yes, freshly popped and melted butter!! I am not always depressed, just dips here and... - Bernie on Dec 4, 2007, 2:24 PM

I have been re-thinking this matter greatly over the years ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Nov 20, 2007, 6:12 AM

i think dizziness could also be - toni0000007 on Dec 28, 2007, 5:05 PM

Really good listeners are very hard to come by ... View Thread - ColoradoGuy :) on Dec 24, 2007, 9:59 AM

You're dang right... Thanks for being such a great listener for me... - Bernie on Dec 24, 2007, 11:12 AM

A little joke :) View Thread - Kelly on Apr 10, 2007, 5:17 PM

HA HA HA! n/m - Amy on May 17, 2007, 8:14 PM

HAH HAH HAH!!!! That's really great!! nm - Bernie on Dec 4, 2007, 3:40 PM

hypothetical-about questions View Thread - toni0000007 on Nov 11, 2007, 10:35 PM

nevermind-but I have a new hypothetical question - toni0000007 on Nov 15, 2007, 4:54 PM

anyone know anything about intern imf - toni0000007 on Nov 17, 2007, 12:55 AM

I woul'd think that you would never get the proper solution r/o - Tom on Nov 16, 2007, 11:33 AM

I think you are only supposed to answer things that you will be comfortable... - Bernie on Dec 4, 2007, 3:37 PM

Man...I need SLEEP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!... View Thread - ~Precious~ on Oct 19, 2007, 7:32 PM

do you have a roommate? - toni0000007 on Nov 8, 2007, 5:44 PM

Well ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Nov 10, 2007, 9:43 AM

I talked to a psychological tester person the other day.. - ~Precious~ on Nov 14, 2007, 8:47 PM

Bullemia Nervosa: Does anyone have any advice on dealing with a friend. View Thread - Keema on Jul 11, 2006, 6:26 PM

Well... - ColoradoGuy :) on Jul 11, 2006, 9:44 PM

Hey, Steve, thank you so much.... - Keema on Jul 13, 2006, 11:37 AM

I wish I could help - bex on Sep 10, 2006, 3:09 AM

true friend - rule62 on Oct 9, 2007, 1:01 PM

Introduction, advice sought (crying ment.) (m) View Thread - Belwen on Feb 22, 2004, 5:48 AM

first of all...welcome - Meg on Feb 22, 2004, 6:13 AM

THANK YOU!!! (m) - Belwen on Feb 23, 2004, 3:44 AM

Hello! - TVI on Feb 22, 2004, 11:45 AM

Thank you SO much for such great support! (m) - Belwen on Feb 23, 2004, 4:04 AM

still around? - toni07 on May 1, 2007, 7:52 PM

toni - Gabby on May 5, 2007, 6:26 PM

I will post my experience if you ever come back around. - toni07 on May 6, 2007, 11:53 AM

Re: I will post my experience if you ever come back around. - Gabby on May 7, 2007, 6:30 PM

thanks, thats helpful - toni07 on May 10, 2007, 11:50 PM

Re: thanks, thats helpful - Gabby on May 14, 2007, 10:33 AM

I'm very confused about my feelings right now. View Thread - Terrill Covey on Apr 17, 2007, 4:50 PM

Don't feel bad... - Glenda K on Apr 19, 2007, 7:05 PM

I think your experience is very common, my friend ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Apr 21, 2007, 1:05 PM

Thank you Steve - Nita on Apr 28, 2007, 12:07 PM

I have a problem...your thoughts advice any are appreciated View Thread - Anonymous on Mar 28, 2007, 7:10 PM

Knowing definitely does not equal doing, but there's hope ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Apr 1, 2007, 7:55 AM

thank you for your thoughtful response - Anonymous on Apr 5, 2007, 10:22 PM

Sounds good ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Apr 5, 2007, 10:42 PM

Very constructive comments ... - Julie on Apr 6, 2007, 2:26 PM

What does anyone know or think about the MMPI or the CPI tests? View Thread - jay on Mar 9, 2007, 12:55 PM

Generally speaking, the MMPI is quite overrated ... - ColoradoGuy :) on Mar 13, 2007, 9:17 AM

I had to take both tests. r/o - jay on Apr 6, 2007, 9:59 AM

what does MMPI stand for or for that matter CPI? - Vivian on Mar 29, 2007, 10:52 AM

Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory ... n/m - ColoradoGuy! :) on Apr 1, 2007, 7:44 AM

Untitled View Thread - Debbie on Mar 31, 2007, 11:30 PM

Oh boy, let me think first about this ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Apr 1, 2007, 7:59 AM

Re: Oh boy, let me think first about this ... - Debbie on Apr 1, 2007, 11:48 PM

Your doctor or the agency he was under should have given you a referral ... - ColoradoGuy :) on Apr 2, 2007, 9:41 AM

The one resource that I know of is ... - ColoradoGuy :) on Apr 2, 2007, 9:42 AM

Re: The one resource that I know of is ... - Debbie on Apr 3, 2007, 11:07 PM

My self-esteem took a beating today ... View Thread - ColoradoGuy! :) on Feb 10, 2006, 6:05 PM

Are you talking about that silly trivia game? - Brad P. on Feb 11, 2006, 8:42 PM

That was a joke! I enjoy the trivia game when I like the category. n/m - Brad P. on Feb 11, 2006, 11:30 PM

Update: Going through old threads; My self-esteem has taken a beating for the past week! - ColoradoGuy :) on Apr 2, 2007, 2:34 PM

What is the difference in Schizophrenia and Manic Depression (RO) View Thread - Sarah on Oct 11, 2005, 3:47 PM

The short answer... - ColoradoGuy in Arizona! :) on Jan 19, 2007, 8:43 AM

I thought about telling the heater repair man that I'm a therapist ... View Thread - ColoradoGuy :) on Nov 6, 2006, 5:15 PM

I don't know, sounds like he was trying to give you advice - Lisa in OK on Nov 6, 2006, 5:22 PM

When I tell people Im in healthcare - bex on Nov 6, 2006, 11:08 PM

LOL Bex - Dave O on Nov 12, 2006, 7:03 PM

Did I ever tell you about my long-lost, troubled cousin? n/m - Julie on Dec 14, 2006, 10:04 PM

Amygdala and PTSD View Thread - manitougirl on Oct 7, 2006, 4:27 PM

:( - bex on Oct 7, 2006, 11:39 PM

Sorry to be so long in getting back - manitougirl on Nov 21, 2006, 7:25 PM

Man oh man, my heart goes out to you! :( ... n/m - ColoradoGuy! :) on Oct 8, 2006, 8:34 AM

Loneliness in a crowded world..... View Thread - Shelley on Oct 27, 2006, 6:45 PM

You have got to keep trying!!!! - brandi on Oct 28, 2006, 1:59 PM

I stay at home too :) - Lisa in OK on Oct 30, 2006, 10:57 AM

Just keep plugging away - Scotott on Oct 30, 2006, 6:25 PM

Hi Shelley... - Megan on Oct 30, 2006, 7:11 PM

My wife went through the same thing r/o - Tom on Oct 31, 2006, 2:26 PM

Thank you all so much! - Shelley - convivial7 on Nov 1, 2006, 10:42 AM

You know what I was thinking today - Lisa in OK on Nov 1, 2006, 12:18 PM

Shelley, do you have time to get out on occasion? - Dave O on Nov 12, 2006, 7:23 PM

and Shelley...don't miss the next CG Festival... - Dave O on Nov 12, 2006, 7:28 PM

When I need a little social action r/o - Tom on Nov 13, 2006, 9:38 AM

If i would stop coughing, i'd hang out there too :-) nm - Dave O on Nov 14, 2006, 2:50 PM

LOL - Shelley on Nov 14, 2006, 7:21 PM

AHHH..Cigar Afficiando - manitougirl on Nov 21, 2006, 7:16 PM

WOOPS - manitougirl on Nov 21, 2006, 7:19 PM

No, I don't get out much.... - Shelley on Nov 14, 2006, 7:20 PM

I am glad to hear that Shelley. - brandi on Nov 15, 2006, 8:45 AM

How about lead a Bible study for Mom's in your position? :) ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Nov 16, 2006, 7:57 AM

I think that would be so fun! - Shelley on Nov 17, 2006, 10:04 AM

I think back to when I first posted this - Shelley on Nov 17, 2006, 10:34 AM

Whether you're looking for attention or not... - Scotott on Nov 18, 2006, 7:36 AM

Well, if you still need some excitement ... - ColoradoGuy :) on Nov 18, 2006, 8:27 PM

How cool!!! - Shelley on Nov 18, 2006, 8:55 PM

I need some good Abnormal Psych Websites... View Thread - brandi on Oct 28, 2006, 2:01 PM

This appears to be an excellent site - Scotott on Oct 30, 2006, 6:26 PM

Scott beat me to it .... sorta r/o - Tom on Oct 31, 2006, 7:07 AM

Bwah ha ha - Morganluver on Nov 5, 2006, 7:42 PM

LOL :-) nm - Dave O on Nov 12, 2006, 7:06 PM

sadness; family falling apart View Thread - Gabby on Sep 2, 2006, 9:29 AM

public time restricted computer - Gabby on Sep 2, 2006, 10:59 AM

I'm so sorry Gabby - Shana on Sep 2, 2006, 1:03 PM

Re: I'm so sorry Gabby - Gabby on Sep 2, 2006, 2:24 PM

Re: I'm so sorry Gabby - Debbie on Sep 4, 2006, 11:46 PM

Thank you,Debbie. - Gabby on Sep 5, 2006, 4:14 PM

In Support of You! - Dianna on Sep 14, 2006, 8:22 PM

I am totally paranoied about... View Thread - Angel on Oct 29, 2005, 1:44 AM

Do you keep the doors locked ... - Littlehands on Oct 29, 2005, 12:33 PM

Most of the time. - Angel on Oct 30, 2005, 12:39 PM

I dunno ..... - Kevin on Oct 31, 2005, 7:28 AM

we all have our things... - Christy on Nov 1, 2005, 12:36 PM

Safety...r/o - Ruthie on Nov 1, 2005, 12:42 PM

great information and insight Ruthie, thanks for sharing..n/m - James on Nov 4, 2005, 10:29 AM

Paranoid? I think that's good common sense Angel.. - James on Nov 4, 2005, 10:32 AM

Hm, I guess I figure I can see clearly enough into the back seat to see someone.... - Keema on Nov 7, 2005, 12:23 AM

I had some concerns after reading your posts - Ruthie on Nov 7, 2005, 10:37 AM

Thanks, Ruthie, I can see your point, but (yes, there's a "but" lol)... - Keema on Nov 7, 2005, 3:56 PM

Just be safe, girl! :) n/m - Ruthie on Nov 11, 2005, 8:36 PM

Better safe than sorry... - ridley on Nov 11, 2005, 8:52 PM

Well... - helenthebrit on Nov 17, 2005, 2:32 AM

Re: I am totally paranoied about... - Denni Kippenhuck on Dec 11, 2005, 9:55 AM

I don't know - Gabby on Sep 5, 2006, 5:57 PM

Help! View Thread - Meg on Aug 25, 2006, 6:17 AM

Hey friend... - Kansas Kelly on Aug 25, 2006, 9:00 AM

Thanks - Meg on Aug 25, 2006, 3:35 PM

Physical activity!!! - Carmen on Aug 26, 2006, 6:13 PM

Already started more exercise - Meg on Aug 26, 2006, 7:29 PM

Is there a gym near by that has a play room for the kiddies? - Shana on Aug 28, 2006, 7:48 PM

Kansaskelly rocks the house! - bex on Aug 31, 2006, 10:45 PM

questions for all about porn View Thread - cap'n' kitty on May 13, 2005, 8:53 AM

its all about what you're comfortable with.... - James Denver on May 13, 2005, 12:40 PM

oh, no ... - cap'n' kitty on May 13, 2005, 1:08 PM

good questions, hopefully we will hear from others.... - James Denver on May 13, 2005, 1:34 PM

Larry Flynt is one of your hero's? - Jeep_Chick on May 13, 2005, 8:34 PM

well, yes he is but... - cap'n' kitty on May 14, 2005, 5:04 AM

A lot of people have fought for freedom of speech - Jeep_Chick on May 14, 2005, 12:15 PM

i think we''l have to agree to disagree - cap'n' kitty on May 15, 2005, 7:28 AM

Very good questions - Porn is undoubtedly destructive ... r/o - ColoradoGuy :) on May 13, 2005, 2:41 PM

interesting comments Steve, got any backup for what you are saying? - James Denver on May 13, 2005, 2:50 PM

Steve has already answered this - Ruthie on May 13, 2005, 2:58 PM

guess I missed the social research, please point it out to me - James Denver on May 13, 2005, 3:03 PM

re: link - Ruthie on May 13, 2005, 5:36 PM

the "Blazing Grace" site does illustrated the prevelance of porn - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 6:54 AM

Blazing Grace site does more than illustrate the prevalence of porn - Ruthie on May 14, 2005, 12:21 PM

Furthermore, - Ruthie on May 14, 2005, 12:26 PM

I never said that "porn isn't damaging in the least" - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 1:42 PM

I believe that most men would not admit - Jeep_Chick on May 14, 2005, 2:42 PM

while I don't agree with your perspective, this is an excellent post Jeep. - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 4:13 PM

Very troubling statistic ... Thanks! n/m - ColoradoGuy! on May 14, 2005, 12:43 PM

"a 2000 MSNBc.com survey", is not a valid form of research, IMO - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 1:09 PM

Did you read the books recommended? - Ruthie on May 14, 2005, 2:13 PM

Yes, however it points issues residing deeper than just prevalence stats. - Ruthie on May 14, 2005, 2:30 PM

Well, I would disagree with you on a few of these issues ... r/o - ColoradoGuy! on May 14, 2005, 1:03 PM

Steve, your viewed is skewed because you only deal with the problem folks... - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 1:21 PM

I think - Jeep_Chick on May 14, 2005, 2:45 PM

Quick Correction! :) r/o - ColoradoGuy! :) on May 14, 2005, 9:40 PM

What specificially do you question (if anything)? ... r/o - ColoradoGuy :) on May 13, 2005, 3:09 PM

yes, the use of porn is prevalent in society and that is well supported.. - James Denver on May 13, 2005, 3:34 PM

Negative consequences of sexual addiction - ColoradoGuy! on May 14, 2005, 12:34 PM

yes, the negative consequences of sexual addiction can be measured - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 1:30 PM

Because of my own very emotional.. - Laura on May 13, 2005, 5:44 PM

Laura, if you get to a point where you can talk.... - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 6:57 AM

James... I in no way - Laura on May 20, 2005, 1:13 PM

I agree with all of these things. Which Steve said - Jeep_Chick on May 13, 2005, 8:35 PM

I know Steve and others welcome your personal input Jeep.. r/o... - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 6:59 AM

sheesh I thought you were going to go tell me to jump in a deep lake :) nm - Jeep_Chick on May 14, 2005, 2:46 PM

only if we were skinny dipping ;-) - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 4:30 PM

I have no objection to viewing it - Nita on May 14, 2005, 9:43 AM

Do you think sexually intructive videos should be regarded as porn? - Bloom on May 14, 2005, 3:08 PM

no that type of material should not be classifed as "porn"...r/o....... - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 4:44 PM

no... r/o - vanillabean on May 15, 2005, 12:45 AM

a few observations on the comments - Mike on May 16, 2005, 2:02 PM

that depneds on how you look at it - cap'n' kitty on May 23, 2005, 5:45 AM

Re: that depneds on how you look at it - Mike on May 23, 2005, 12:57 PM

I think it's wrong because - cap'n' kitty on May 26, 2005, 4:53 AM

more on adultery - cap'n' kitty on May 26, 2005, 5:26 AM

evidence from society - dawn on May 13, 2005, 10:15 PM

individuals are socialized by their "primary" groups.. - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 7:18 AM

yes and no - dawn on May 15, 2005, 6:38 AM

oh and thanks for your - dawn on May 15, 2005, 6:39 AM

Thank you Dawn! Your experience is quite common ... r/o - ColoardoGuy! :) on May 14, 2005, 10:41 PM

you think? :) - dawn on May 15, 2005, 6:41 AM

another point I would like to make - - Jeep_Chick on May 13, 2005, 11:50 PM

any good counselor would agree..... - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 7:23 AM

yes a good counsellor would agree marriage can be boring - Jeep_Chick on May 14, 2005, 12:17 PM

Excellent, Jeep! - Ruthie on May 14, 2005, 12:22 PM

PORN = ANONYMOUS SEX!!! - anonymous on May 14, 2005, 2:59 PM

Great post! Porn is sex without the intimacy ... r/o - ColoardoGuy! :) on May 14, 2005, 10:54 PM

i disagree - cap'n' kitty on May 15, 2005, 7:21 AM

Just curious - joe on May 16, 2005, 2:13 PM

i don't want to get married again anyway - cap'n' kitty on May 23, 2005, 5:39 AM

Sex is Not a Need - Ruthie on May 23, 2005, 2:09 PM

On an individual level, no... - Ben on May 23, 2005, 2:20 PM

Love and Emotion - Ruthie on May 23, 2005, 4:10 PM

I liked this Ruthie ... - Littlehands on May 24, 2005, 7:06 PM

Thank you, Little! - Ruthie on May 25, 2005, 12:29 PM

You are very welcome, Ruthie ... - Littlehands on May 25, 2005, 4:52 PM

that's what I was told - cap'n' kitty on May 26, 2005, 5:02 AM

if ya can't be ............... - Kevin on May 17, 2005, 9:43 AM

see, you get it - cap'n' kitty on May 23, 2005, 12:08 PM

What is wrong with casual sex? - Jeep_Chick on May 20, 2005, 9:55 AM

we definitley can't agree on this - cap'n' kitty on May 23, 2005, 6:20 AM

p.s. - Nita on May 23, 2005, 12:27 PM

We're probably going to have to "agree to disagree" on this one ... - ColoradoGuy! on May 14, 2005, 12:41 PM

agreed :-) - James Denver on May 14, 2005, 1:33 PM

yes you are right Steve we all agree to disagree - Jeep_Chick on May 14, 2005, 2:48 PM

Well, I'm glad I didn't get into this discussion!! ... - Littlehands on May 14, 2005, 10:19 PM

I agrre Little - joe on May 19, 2005, 3:54 PM

I agree with you Joe!! ;o) n/m - Littlehands on May 24, 2005, 7:08 PM

I don't want to bring up an old subject.... - Meg on Aug 27, 2006, 1:18 AM

The thread is locked. I'll get the final word on how everyone loses with porn ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Aug 27, 2006, 8:57 AM

is it normal... View Thread - kezz on Sep 1, 2005, 8:22 PM

Wow thats rough - Meg on Aug 27, 2006, 12:35 AM

Are you afraid to die? View Thread - Jeep_Chick on Feb 10, 2005, 6:58 AM

Jeep, this is how I feel, and I hope it answer's your question ... - Littlehands ;o) on Feb 10, 2005, 4:15 PM

Thanks for all the kind words Littlehands!....n/m - Ben on Feb 11, 2005, 1:50 PM

You are very welcome, Ben ... - Littlehands ;o) on Feb 11, 2005, 6:34 PM

What can I do about it? - Ben on Feb 11, 2005, 1:49 PM

Glib comment alert... - Mare on Feb 11, 2005, 3:10 PM

The process of dieing scares me most - Anonymous on Feb 14, 2005, 6:32 PM

That was me... n/m - Angel on Feb 14, 2005, 6:33 PM

It's odd - - Jeep Chick on Feb 17, 2005, 8:02 AM

Jeep... - Kansas Kelly on Mar 5, 2005, 8:46 AM

death... - cap'n' kitty on Mar 5, 2005, 6:58 AM

I'm afraid of dying, but not of death. Although...I do have some perspective to offer up! - Kansas Kelly on Mar 5, 2005, 8:37 AM

Gee, Kelly, I had no idea ... - Littlehands on Mar 5, 2005, 9:55 AM

WOW! - Ruthie on Mar 7, 2005, 9:27 PM

Kelly... thanks for your post... - Laura at home! on Mar 8, 2005, 8:02 PM

thank you, Kelly - jannwa on Mar 9, 2005, 9:41 PM

not afraid to die - scarecrow on Mar 8, 2005, 5:10 AM

I really liked your post - Michael on Jan 17, 2006, 10:05 PM

no - karmic-dreamer on Sep 10, 2005, 4:05 PM

i'm not afraid - kezz on Sep 11, 2005, 6:14 PM

No... - manitougirl on Sep 11, 2005, 9:26 PM

I'm not sure if that makes sense to me. - Jeep_Chick on Sep 23, 2005, 2:54 PM

I guess you would say it is.. - manitougirl on Sep 24, 2005, 5:18 PM

1st line..says -bed-..should be -bad- - manitougirl on Sep 24, 2005, 5:26 PM

Yes...actually I am - Idahogirl on Sep 22, 2005, 12:04 PM

i am not afraid to die, i don't want to leave anybody behind me. - sana on Mar 24, 2006, 2:33 AM

Yes - Meg on Aug 25, 2006, 6:06 AM

Effects of smoking cessation on emotional stability View Thread - MarylandGuy (Paul) on Aug 23, 2006, 3:39 PM

Paul, my MIL was only able to quit.... - Starwoodgal ~Jamie~ on Aug 23, 2006, 4:07 PM

Hi Paul.... - rockymountainwoman on Aug 23, 2006, 4:09 PM

Some more specific questions I am trying to find answers to... - MarylandGuy (Paul) on Aug 23, 2006, 4:26 PM

i don't know about credible references, but - Gabby on Aug 23, 2006, 5:01 PM

What I have found so far.. - MarylandGuy (Paul) on Aug 23, 2006, 7:45 PM

Wish I could help. I quit cigarettes cold turkey about 24 years ago. n/m - Tom on Aug 23, 2006, 5:21 PM

Withdrawal symptoms can do a number on a person for sure ... - ColoradoGuy! ) on Aug 24, 2006, 2:07 PM

Yeah.. - MarylandGuy (Paul) on Aug 24, 2006, 3:59 PM

Steve...I've have question about memory loss... View Thread - Idahogirl on Apr 17, 2006, 4:53 PM

Idaho Girl, I honestly don't have much input for you ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Apr 18, 2006, 8:28 PM

re: Memory Loss as it Relates to Trauma - Ruthie on Apr 21, 2006, 10:26 AM

My probelm is - manitougirl on Jul 9, 2006, 6:34 PM

that makes alot of sense ruthie...but I also have some other thoughts too... - Idahogirl on Aug 15, 2006, 9:18 AM

Great Escapes View Thread - Karen on Jul 7, 2006, 5:13 PM

So uh, on a more serious note ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Jul 8, 2006, 7:31 AM

More Serious note..lol - Karen Harding (Myers) on Jul 8, 2006, 11:17 PM

Why are there so many physical health clinics/hospitals but so few mental health ones? View Thread - Brad P. on May 16, 2006, 7:12 PM

They are around, you just don't hear about them until you get committed. n/m - Tom on May 22, 2006, 10:41 PM

I feel depressed, I think View Thread - Anonymous on Dec 7, 2005, 8:15 AM

hello - cory on Dec 7, 2005, 8:12 PM

Re: I feel depressed, I think - Denni Kippenhuck on Dec 9, 2005, 11:10 PM

Aw man, I am very sorry ... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Apr 18, 2006, 8:30 PM

LPC Exam View Thread - Sherell on Apr 9, 2006, 9:59 AM

I've got the "Encyclopedia of Counseling" book... - ColoradoGuy :) on Apr 9, 2006, 6:23 PM

help i'm sinking View Thread - kezz on Feb 14, 2006, 6:48 PM

Conflicts with people are tough. What is emerald school? - Brad P. on Feb 17, 2006, 9:36 AM

emerald state high school - kezz on Feb 19, 2006, 6:35 PM

I wish I could help you - Dreamers on Mar 10, 2006, 4:40 AM

I desprately need your help... View Thread - Jessica on Mar 8, 2006, 6:02 PM

Well, there are many resources in Colorado Springs... - ColoradoGuy! :) on Mar 9, 2006, 8:57 AM

dilectal therapy View Thread - acadawn on Mar 2, 2005, 9:21 PM

I think I've heard of it; Can you share what you know about it? n/m - ColoradoGuy! :) on Apr 15, 2005, 8:32 AM

I don't know much - acadawn on Apr 25, 2005, 9:31 PM

Um yeah - Anonymous on Mar 6, 2006, 5:16 PM

Does anyone else ever worry about thinking the wrong thing? View Thread - Brad P. on Dec 2, 2005, 9:58 PM

i dont worry - kezz on Dec 3, 2005, 5:24 PM

Thanks Kezz! - Brad P. on Dec 4, 2005, 8:33 PM

Not a problem - kezz on Dec 12, 2005, 5:31 PM

Re: i dont worry - Denni Kippenhuck on Dec 11, 2005, 9:52 AM

It's those dang commercial jingles and TV themes Brad .... - Kevin on Dec 6, 2005, 11:47 AM

hi Brad - cory on Dec 7, 2005, 7:36 AM

Re: Does anyone else ever worry about thinking the wrong thing? - Denni Kippenhuck on Dec 11, 2005, 9:50 AM

Well, now that I think of it ... what do you mean by... - Kevin on Dec 20, 2005, 11:41 AM

Just visiting... - Stormy on Jan 10, 2006, 10:09 PM

Childhood Incident View Thread - troubledguy21 on Sep 1, 2005, 9:41 AM

umm hard question... - kezz on Sep 1, 2005, 7:16 PM

Re: Childhood Incident - karmic-dreamer on Sep 10, 2005, 3:47 PM

not your closet, don't worry... - Denni Kippenhuck on Dec 12, 2005, 6:23 AM

Since Brad brought up stress View Thread - Angel on Sep 30, 2005, 11:05 AM

The main thing that stresses me.. - manitougirl on Sep 30, 2005, 4:24 PM

My Family and Money - Sarah MT on Oct 1, 2005, 12:48 AM

Actually I did read it all - Angel on Oct 1, 2005, 6:31 PM

I read it too.... - jannwa on Oct 18, 2005, 6:59 AM

Re: My Family and Money - Denni Kippenhuck on Dec 11, 2005, 9:59 AM

School... - Ben on Oct 7, 2005, 8:40 AM

Lonliness and financial stress ... n/m - ColoradoGuy! :) on Oct 11, 2005, 11:12 AM

family, school, money... - kezz on Oct 11, 2005, 6:50 PM

Yes, Angel, - ridley on Oct 16, 2005, 9:22 PM

Re: Since Brad brought up stress - Denni Kippenhuck on Dec 11, 2005, 9:58 AM

A Problem with hugging and touching???....my friend Rachel.... View Thread - Keema on Nov 7, 2005, 12:11 AM

difficult friendship indeed! - Ruthie on Nov 11, 2005, 8:56 PM

Re: A Problem with hugging and touching???....my friend Rachel.... - Bob on Nov 29, 2005, 1:23 PM

Friday's Wall Street Journal just blasted depression drugs! View Thread - Brad P. on Nov 20, 2005, 9:00 PM

FAMILY ISSUE: How often do you call your sibling and vice versa? Please help. View Thread - Brad P. on Nov 3, 2005, 6:57 PM

Hey Brad! - Kansas Kelly on Nov 4, 2005, 12:36 PM

I agree with Kelly...you should try telling her how you feel first before assuming that - Keema on Nov 7, 2005, 12:13 AM

hmmm - jannwa on Nov 7, 2005, 12:34 AM

I talked to my brother last weekend. - Bloom on Nov 7, 2005, 3:17 PM

Not that often... - tote on Nov 7, 2005, 7:16 PM

i have a family issue.... - kezz on Nov 7, 2005, 7:55 PM

Well, - Kevin on Nov 9, 2005, 1:53 PM

Do you believe in Pre-Marital ? View Thread - Brad P. on Oct 19, 2005, 9:25 PM

I am ALL FOR IT! - Kansas Kelly on Oct 26, 2005, 11:57 AM

I agree totally with Kelly on this one ... - Littlehands on Oct 26, 2005, 7:01 PM

seeking wisdom never hurts...but also keep in mind that... - Keema on Nov 7, 2005, 12:27 AM

OH yeah.... - jannwa on Oct 26, 2005, 10:23 PM

Totally! ... r/o - ColoradoGuy! :) on Nov 1, 2005, 7:20 PM

How do you handle stress? View Thread - Brad P. on Sep 21, 2005, 12:46 AM

Stress - Angel on Sep 21, 2005, 4:35 PM

Lot in common - manitougirl on Sep 21, 2005, 6:30 PM

I usually... - Idahogirl on Sep 22, 2005, 12:01 PM

I run! .... or >>>>>>>>> - Kevin on Sep 30, 2005, 9:59 AM

I don't think I do - Jeep _Chick on Oct 6, 2005, 2:19 AM

Sending you ... - Littlehands on Oct 6, 2005, 10:48 AM

I came in here to say Crap my life is depressing - Jeep Chick on Oct 6, 2005, 2:48 PM

Awwww, you are very welcome, Jeep ... - Littlehands on Oct 6, 2005, 3:08 PM

Of course I know you are not a professional - Jeep_Chick on Oct 6, 2005, 3:34 PM

Never give up - manitougirl on Oct 9, 2005, 7:53 PM

thank you - Jeep Chick on Oct 9, 2005, 11:12 PM

I would not say it.. - manitougirl on Oct 10, 2005, 7:58 PM

Stress goes to my shoulder blades... - Ben on Oct 7, 2005, 8:35 AM

Me too Ben ... - Littlehands on Oct 7, 2005, 9:59 PM

I drive and listen to music to reduce stress - Jeep_Chick on Oct 17, 2005, 4:34 PM

I do that, too... - jannwa on Oct 18, 2005, 6:55 AM

Paging Dr. Steve.... View Thread - manitougirl on Oct 10, 2005, 8:18 PM

I've neglected this forum a bit; By the way, I'm not a "doctor" :) ... r/o - ColoradoGuy! :) on Oct 11, 2005, 11:11 AM

To a degree - manitougirl on Oct 12, 2005, 7:42 PM

What kind of depression is this?