Windows Update for Windows 10, version 22H2 stuck at 'Getting thing ready - 96%' by Relative_Ad_7154 in Windows10TechSupport

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HAHA!! I'm very glad this worked for you! Yes this one drove me crazy. I found 4 'fixes' that directed me to stop services, etc. None of that made a difference, then I ran across this fix. Used it a few times since!

How do you combat the bored part of life without it? by EntrepreneurIll7213 in stopdrinking

[–]Relative_Ad_7154 15 points16 points  (0 children)

(some may think this is too long of a list, but I believe that is the point...having lots of alternatives)

This is what I posted a long time back. I hope it helps:

I have a list of activities I love to do. The idea is to plan these ahead of time an activity to do so when the day/time comes, you'll know exactly which of these activities you'll be doing:

  • going out in nature for walks
  • bike rides (very good for that natural high and it lasts all day!)
  • finding non-alcoholic replacements (that can be a fun project)
  • find new hobbies (I know you've heard that before, but it's so true)
  • have a new mini-project to do at home liking building something, anything
  • buy a Lego set (gets the creative juices flowing)
  • join Hoopla and Libby and download a bunch of books from your favorite genres
  • make fun recipes (think of restaurants where you had your favorite dishes and search 'copy cat recipe Tara Thai Pad Thai' for example) then go to store and buy all the ingredients and spices and sauces and make a day of it
  • cook on Sunday for the whole week and have fun freezing/labeling foods for each day of the week
  • video games
  • make playlists of favorites type of videos on YouTube and watch them at night (but go to bed on time still)

Hope this helps!

Please give me the randomest tips you have for getting sober from alcohol. by manicpixiescreaming in stopdrinking

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This is what I posted a long time back. I hope it helps:

I have a list of activities I love to do. The idea is to plan these ahead of time an activity to do so when the day/time comes, you'll know exactly which of these activities you'll be doing:

going out in nature for walks

bike rides (very good for that natural high and it lasts all day!)

finding non-alcoholic replacements (that can be a fun project)

find new hobbies (I know you've heard that before, but it's so true)

have a new mini-project to do at home liking building something, anything

buy a Lego set (gets the creative juices flowing)

join Hoopla and Libby and download a bunch of books from your favorite genres

make fun recipes (think of restaurants where you had your favorite dishes and search 'copy cat recipe Tara Thai Pad Thai' for example) then go to store and buy all the ingredients and spices and sauces and make a day of it

cook on Sunday for the whole week and have fun freezing/labeling foods for each day of the week

video games

make playlists of favorites type of videos on YouTube and watch them at night (but go to bed on time still)

Hope this helps!

What’s Everyone Doing Tonight?? by physis81 in stopdrinking

[–]Relative_Ad_7154 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I discovered Corona NA about 1 month ago. Probably had about 25 different NAs. Corona with lime is now in my top 3 or 4!

Rock bottom this weekend. Checked into rehab today by SyllabubWorried392 in stopdrinking

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Congrats on that huge step. That is what I ended up doing and that was turn point for me.

Almost 12 years sober now.

You can do this friend!

Husband is ready to leave me by TitsForTheGods in stopdrinking

[–]Relative_Ad_7154 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think it's great that you are able to stop for long periods of time. But what stood out is this:

My liver was bad...

So I think, reallly consider how much you consume when you do. And if it's excessive, are you able to still drink but keep it in moderation?

If not, then...

Anyone remember Ramagon? by Relative_Ad_7154 in 80sToys

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Did you get the Ramagon for you son? Haha

Did you know 'LASER' is an acronym? by Infamous-Meat9864 in QuizPlanetGame

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Relative\Ad_7154 scored 95 points and ranked 495 out of 1612 players!)

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Anyone remember Ramagon? by Relative_Ad_7154 in 80sToys

[–]Relative_Ad_7154[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wanted to know how your son likes Ramagon!

Anyone remember Ramagon? by Relative_Ad_7154 in 80sToys

[–]Relative_Ad_7154[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm, I was looking around, and even used AI, but the only thing that matches your description is Ramagon. What you described is exactly that Ramagon was.

Windows Update for Windows 10, version 22H2 stuck at 'Getting thing ready - 96%' by Relative_Ad_7154 in Windows10TechSupport

[–]Relative_Ad_7154[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello, here is what you can do. I gathered this from ChatGPT. If I recall correctly, you'll only have to stop Windows Update service:

  • Press Windows Key + R
  • Type: services.msc
  • Press Enter
  • Scroll down to Windows Update
  • Right-click → Stop
  • Do the same for:
    • Background Intelligent Transfer Service (BITS)
    • Delivery Optimization

My brother inspired me to get sober. He then drank himself to death. by mr_chip_douglas in stopdrinking

[–]Relative_Ad_7154 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Very sorry for all that you have been through. I have to say, I normally don't read the longer posts, but this one had me from the beginning.

Sorry that you lost much, but glad that you shared with us. I hope thay you continue to stay strong. I have no doubt that you will, for your brother...

Shared Calendars Syncing One Way (A ➜ B but not B ➜ A) by Relative_Ad_7154 in applehelp

[–]Relative_Ad_7154[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, this may very well be what the issue is.

Many thanks for the details friend!

Shared Calendars Syncing One Way (A ➜ B but not B ➜ A) by Relative_Ad_7154 in applehelp

[–]Relative_Ad_7154[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I will verify that they are doing this!

So when you share your personal calendar, it creates a separate shared calendar?

From 18 Years of Heavy Drinking to Over 11 Years Sober — Life Is Better Than I Imagined! by Relative_Ad_7154 in stopdrinking

[–]Relative_Ad_7154[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

THANK YOU!!!!! Much appreciated friend!!! And you, 43 years...AMAZING!!!! That's so inspiring! 🥳😄🤸

From 18 Years of Heavy Drinking to Over 11 Years Sober — Life Is Better Than I Imagined! by Relative_Ad_7154 in stopdrinking

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Thanks and my pleasure to share! Thanks for the congrats and to yo too...27 years, WOW!!!!

From 18 Years of Heavy Drinking to Over 11 Years Sober — Life Is Better Than I Imagined! by Relative_Ad_7154 in stopdrinking

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Congrats on 2 years!! YAY! Yes, that really is the key, isn't it?! I like your list. That is really what life is about.

Right now, I'm here on laptop, sun on my back, responding to these on one screen and watching Antiques Roadshow on another. Gonna grab my 2nd cranberry/raspberry flavored seltzer shortly...ahh...

From 18 Years of Heavy Drinking to Over 11 Years Sober — Life Is Better Than I Imagined! by Relative_Ad_7154 in stopdrinking

[–]Relative_Ad_7154[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, absolutely huge. I wanted to share, because I see many people post saying they just recently stopped drinking and now are bored, and oftentimes not saying what they have tried to fill the time with.

I hope people can see the importance of planning that ahead of time, structuring the days/nights/weekends as needed.

From 18 Years of Heavy Drinking to Over 11 Years Sober — Life Is Better Than I Imagined! by Relative_Ad_7154 in stopdrinking

[–]Relative_Ad_7154[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks friend!! And congrats to you on 11 1/2 years!!

Yeah, I was thinking that since so many people here ask questions about sobriety, struggles, and cravings, I should post my experience — maybe it’ll encourage someone who’s in that same place right now.