GrizzlyBear Signing Off

GrizzlyBear · Post by **GrizzlyBear** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 3:46 am

Hiya, folks.

Just so you don't think I've got a good excuse for possibly disappearing off your part of the ether, I want to let you know that I will probably stop posting so much on this forum.

I have become a bit manic about OSA and the sleep industry, and have probably annoyed enough people. I would ordinarily not concern myself overly with that (being the unpleasantly obstreporous old sod I am), but as a chronic depressive I have learned over the decades to be wary when I become too manic about something, or the next step can be a downward depressive cycle.

So, you can rest more easy - my rants will largely disappear. I expect I will tune in every now and then for information or help or maybe even a chat.

I have enjoyed my short acquaintance. I admire you all VERY much, and am extremely grateful both for the advice and the patient hearing you have given me.

As we say down here, see ya later,

Sad GrizzlyBear

Assimilate · Post by **Assimilate** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 4:20 am

I haven't made anywhere near as many posts as you have, but since I started my cpap I have been reading the forum. I can fully understand what you mean. My wife said I was becoming obsessed with mask and the machine. I was starting to get wound up by everything around me reading too much to try to get the all elusive full nights sleep without waking. and depression was setting in.

I relaxed the weekend, went out did some stuff forgot about the mask (except at sleep times) and the rip off merchants that make money from our illnesses and I feel better already I even had 5 hours straight sleep one night

I think we can dwell on the equipment too much and expect too much from it at times. Don't get me wrong the support here is great, but sometimes you need to remember those close to you are affected too and are ready to help with a hug.

Take care GrizzlyBear and chin up

ColinP · Post by **ColinP** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 5:07 am

Sorry to see you going, I've enjoyed your posts, possibly because I'm an unpleasantly obstreporous old sod as well.

And I can well understand your reasons, and hopefully you'll be back when things have evened out.

For me, this forum (and the passion it has about OSA) has been pivotal in allowing me to take ownership of my apnea. Before I came on here, it was something that the doctor needed to sort out - that's what I was paying him for after all (through the nose - no wonder there wasn't space to breathe through it too). Being part of this has allowed me to see that it's my own issue, and mine to succeed or fail at, and the doctor has nothing to lose whatsoever, whereas I do.

I think that I'm trying to say that a certain amount of zeal isn't always a bad thing. Obviously you're the only one in a position to determine when yours drops off enough to the point where you can happily be a participant on here without any downside.

Cheers, take care and sleep well

Colin

Wulfman · Post by **Wulfman** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 8:13 am

Hey, Griz......you can't "leave".......

In my opinion, we need all the cultural diversity we can get around here....."the more, the merrier". I really do enjoy reading posts and opinions from others around the world.

Heck, I've been trying to leave for TWO years.......and I've "failed".
(and that probably disappointed a lot of people, too)

Anyway......please stick around. (I'd miss seeing your avatar, too)

Best wishes,

Den

Moby · Post by **Moby** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 8:28 am

I understand where you're coming from Grizzly, as I get depression too. I know the warning sign of getting too manic about something.

Don't leave for long or for good. Let us know you're ok, and start posting more again when you feel you can.

best wishes

Di

Sundown · Post by **Sundown** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 12:00 pm

Gonna miss u.

kteague · Post by **kteague** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 2:28 pm

GrizzlyBear,

I understand what you are saying. I think we come here so hungry for understanding of something that has turned our lives upside down, that it's easy to get caught up in our zeal. It took a couple disappointments for me to be able to find some balance. I was allowing other people's disagreements to affect me and placing too much stock in meeting the approval of others. I was so appreciative of this site that in my heart it was almost utopian - WRONG! Somehow I rediscovered the "tough old broad" within, and after stepping back for a while, got involved again with a thicker skin. I still have much to learn and have much to offer that I have learned. I have "met" some wonderful folks who have made a difference in my life. The challenge for me is to keep my sleep apnea in perspective and not find my sole identity in it.

I appreciate your post. It's a timely reminder. Please stop back in as you feel it is right for you.

Slinky · Post by **Slinky** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 3:07 pm

Yep, there is more to life than apnea and CPAP, but doggone, GrizzlyBear, I am going to miss you!! From a crochety ole broad to "my buddy", the self-described "obstreporous old sod", GrizzlyBear: don't stay away too long, just long enough to get your bearing straight and your world right side up and then hurry back! Drop in on occasion if you can even if you aren't quite ready to dive back in!!!! (((hugs))) you old fart.

KAZ · Post by **KAZ** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 4:36 pm

Only leave if it is what is best for you GrizzlyBear, and come back when you are able. I like you, and had no problem with your post. Regards

mindy · Post by **mindy** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 4:37 pm

GrizzlyBear,

I can't say it any better than Slinky! I do understand ... I've had depression for too many years to count and sometimes get obsessive and revved up. Every now and then I, too, need to step back and get my balance again.

I look forward to your dropping by now and again ....

Mindy

track · Post by **track** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 5:32 pm

You can always PM me if you get bored. I never get any PMs...well I think I have had a couple in a year so I can't say never.

alnhwrd · Post by **alnhwrd** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 5:45 pm

Grizzly, we hardly knew ye

Come back soon buddy!

tomjax · Post by **tomjax** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 6:07 pm

It aklways amazes and amuses me when a person announces his/her exit from the stage.

Then all those reply with all sorts of wisdom.
Maybe this is what such people want to start with.
Obstreporous is not a good explanation.
A person should be willing to defend hir position rather than taking their ball and going home.
And why does such a person simply just sign off and ride into the sunset?

I think I will never undertand some people anyway, especially transparent ones.
Poor pitiful you

Moby · Post by **Moby** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 6:58 pm

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sharon1965 · Post by **sharon1965** » Mon Jan 21, 2008 7:54 pm

tomjax wrote:It aklways amazes and amuses me when a person announces his/her exit from the stage.

I think I will never undertand some people anyway, especially transparent ones.
Poor pitiful you

WTF?
typical tomjax, you can always count on him to be condescending and rude

best of luck, grizzlybear, come see us when you feel like it
take good care
sharon1965

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GrizzlyBear Signing Off

The need to back off

LEAVE?

grizzly

You never expect the FLAME WARRIORS!!!!!!!!!

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