Jump to content

Log in or register to remove this advert

predator

Veteran Member
  • Posts

    1,305
  • Joined

  • Last visited

Everything posted by predator

  1. NOT FAR FROM ME SO WILL KEEP MY EYES OPEN Hope you get you gear back quickly
  2. i would love to find the name or link to the track being played in the background please as i,ve tried and faild as i,am unsure where to look etc
  3. YES 10 out of 10 good memory
  4. had to fix a koala v twin 25hp last year with glowing exhaust pipes very scary looking when it was hot and on removing the fan cowlings around the heads found straw/chip/impacted dirt/oily/soil etc i cleaned it all up as there is very little room for any dirt ingress >>> it will ruin your engine if you dont keep them cooling fins cleaned out
  5. i hope it brings bad luck to everyone that has it etc makes my blood boil
  6. thank,s very grateful i just hate the not knowing at this moment what the outcome will be for me
  7. well thats me done finished my fifth session cpc today thank god for that but had to be done etc but still not been able to renew my class 1 hgv licence because of my depression meds have put a stop to it being processed me thinks but my doctor tells me he has,nt a problem me driving but has now changed my meds to hopefully get the driving standards agency to accept i,am safe to drive and not drowsy falling asleep at the wheel etc as of this moment my licence is revoked and lost my full entitlement to drive so gutted to say the least even though i have been issued with a new digi card etc wish me luck please
  8. heres one pile i done early in the year should be well seasoned and hard now
  9. rite on my doorstep too will keep my eyes and ears open
  10. thanks i do have my moments lol >>> also still cant control when depression creeps up on me slowly and then fades into the background only to be triggered by the smallest of problems it all ends in doom n gloom i spend days wanting to be left alone and sit sobbing in tears for no reason its all very confusing at times for a bloke to suffer like this but say i,am ok when asked how are you etc its an awful dark place to be at times
  11. if you squirt a bit of wd40 on each exhaust manifold port n start it from cold you will see which is running coolest cylinder also some have a fine brass gauze in the liftpump too
  12. the deal is its a means to end the pain of no self worth or burden to other people etc
  13. this is a good insight into how i feel almost all the time but have learned I HOPE to control it the best way i can does anyone else suffer with the demons of depression ???? The tragic death of Robin Williams, who is believed to have committed suicide, has put the issue of depression firmly in the spotlight, demonstrating that even those who appear to lead the most charmed lives can fall victim to the black dog of depression. The actor has always been open about his fight with the illness, recently telling an interviewer, "Do I get sad? Oh yeah. Does it hit me hard? Oh yeah." But what do we do when concerned about friends and loved ones who are struggling with these issues? In the UK, one in four people will experience a mental health problem in the course of a year, and depression is the is the most common type, so it's worth brushing up on the warning signs and knowing how to approach people you're concerned about. What is depression? Depression, by its nature, is hard to diagnose. However, the World Health organisation describes depression as "a common mental disorder, characterised by sadness, loss of interest or pleasure, feelings of guilt or low self-worth, disturbed sleep or appetite, feelings of tiredness, and poor concentration." It's also a condition which is incredibly hard to describe and can be experienced in different ways. Sufferers often hide their condition from those around them. Symptoms Depression can strike at any time, and can affect anyone, and if you're concerned that a friend or loved one might be depressed, knowing the warning signs can be a big help. "Warning signs include not sleeping, loss of appetite, loss of enjoyment in activities that previously would have excited, irritability (particularly in men) negative thinking and thoughts which are dominated by hopelessness, worthlessness or guilt," explains Dr Paul McLaren, consultant psychiatrist at the Priory Hospital Hayes Grove. The stigma associated with mental illness is diminishing but sadly, it still exists. It's important to remember that depression can affect anyone at any time of their lives, but knowing the risk factors can be useful. "Depression results from a complex interaction of social, psychological and biological factors," explains Professor Katharine Barnard, a health psychologist based at the University of Southampton. "Women are more likely to suffer from depression than men, and a previous episode of depression increases your chances of developing it again. People with relatives with clinical depression are at greater risk themselves." Depression or a bad mood? One issue which can make the identification of depression tricky is the fact that the world has generally become a more stressful place to live in. News reports herald a constant reportage of death and destruction and, closer to home, the financial crisis has wreaked havoc for many of us. So how can we tell whether a friend is simply suffering from a bad case of the blues or potentially experiencing something more serious? "One of the key questions to ask is about loss of enjoyment," says Dr Paul McLaren. "When we are depressed we lose the capacity to react to good things happening. This is the best way of distinguishing between depression and stress." If you're concerned about a friend's dark moods, try to remember when the situation started. "Watch out for prolonged symptoms lasting for two weeks or more and an inability to ‘snap out of it’ in a few days and resume usual mood," advises Professor Katharine Barnard. "People suffering from depression often feel sad, hopeless and disinterested in life in general." How to approach the situation When it comes to approaching a friend or relative you're concerned about, tread carefully. Telling them to "snap out of it" or joking that "life can't be that bad" is unlikely to help someone suffering from depression. "Be frank and open about your concerns," says Dr Paul McLaren. "Don't try to cheer them up or to jolly them along, as this can make someone who is depressed feel more alienated and rejected. Depression is not a life choice that we can switch on and off. It's a serious malfunctioning of the brain that usually requires treatment with a talking-based treatment or medication." Treatment The good news is that recent developments relating to the treatment of depression are yielding impressive results, with more sophisticated therapies and medication which doesn't have the side effects which were once common. "The main psychological treatment for depression is cognitive behaviour therapy and there is a strong evidence base for its effectiveness in mild to moderate depression," explains Dr Paul McLaren. "With moderate to severe depression medication is required. While there are a number of drugs available there is no wonder drug, and the newer drugs, while safer, are no more effective than older antidepressants." Dr McLaren adds that there's continued research into other types of treatment, but a combined approach remains the most effective option. "A new physical treatment is transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) which is like ECT but uses a magnetic field to produce therapeutic changes, rather than the electric current which is used in ECT. However while initial trials in this have been encouraging, its use has remained limited. The most effective treatment for moderate to severe depression is a combination of psychological and pharmacological treatment delivered in a timely manner." Whether you're concerned about a friend or believe you may be suffering from depression yourself, there are plenty of organisations which can help, details of which are below: Mind - The UK's largest mental health charity. Sane - Another large UK charity set up to help people suffering from mental health problems Rethink - A UK-based charity which deals with all type of mental health problems, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Related content
  14. Had troubles in the past with overheating coils caused by shorting out internally water ingress and cracked plastic outer shield >>> also can cause a very slow fuse blow too try swapping it with another to eliminate the fault
  15. http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-MRH27p6Oqns/Uk64Wtn7yFI/AAAAAAAAnuQ/X1LaFUDCDjc/s1600/CHINA+HORNETS+ATTACK.jpg
  16. Log splitters come into there own on arb waste ideal for the tuff stuff etc and saves swinging an axe around too
  17. i would hold on to it as part of your spare gear etc"" you never know when you will need it in the future
  18. Fantasic dog pictures
  19. i get a better brew if i have boiled the kettle on the logburner it seems to taste loads better in the winter
  20. aldi red label teabags cheap n strong
  21. he was found dead under the tree been dead 3 days etc
  22. i got some more infomation about the poor soul who was indeed found dead under a tree whats actually happened was he got trapped under a tree trunk at the new house he had moved into after the breakdown of his marriage and job etc he was there unconscious for 3 days trapped but died from a heart attack and not from his injurys from the tree he had been knocked out unconscious from the fall etc but the heart attack killed him poor soul so be careful working on your own guys take care at all times
  23. Could it not be a tight chain when warmed up as its just been rebuilt etc adjusted up to much all looked well in the pictures
  24. also if your an employer would you choose to employ a driver without or with a cpc :sneaky2:

About

Arbtalk.co.uk is a hub for the arboriculture industry in the UK.  
If you're just starting out and you need business, equipment, tech or training support you're in the right place.  If you've done it, made it, got a van load of oily t-shirts and have decided to give something back by sharing your knowledge or wisdom,  then you're welcome too.
If you would like to contribute to making this industry more effective and safe then welcome.
Just like a living tree, it'll always be a work in progress.
Please have a look around, sign up, share and contribute the best you have.

See you inside.

The Arbtalk Team

Follow us

Articles

×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We have placed cookies on your device to help make this website better. You can adjust your cookie settings, otherwise we'll assume you're okay to continue.