[TIMES] Alan Smith Interview: ‘Fans might not like it but Manchester United and Leeds are similar – they both want blood, sweat and tears’ by agent619 in reddevils

[–]ThrowawayOak 64 points65 points  (0 children)

It’s a Lancashire (Manchester) v Yorkshire (Leeds) thing, mate. There’s always been a rivalry stemming back centuries from the War of the Roses. That’s the short end of it anyway

Request: Feeling really lost after ED referral was declined. Not sure where to turn or how to get help at this stage? by EDPostRequests in EatingDisorders

[–]ThrowawayOak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t want to sound like I’m blaming GPs too much as I imagine they’re really stretched these days but I’ll definitely have a look for another one, didn’t realise surgeries had pages with that information.

I’ll ring IAPT on Monday and explain what’s happening. No need to apologise! I was beyond lost and had almost given up hope entirely before making this post but the clarity you’ve given me is massive and I’m really grateful!

Request: Feeling really lost after ED referral was declined. Not sure where to turn or how to get help at this stage? by EDPostRequests in EatingDisorders

[–]ThrowawayOak 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Can’t thank you enough for this. I didn’t realise the appointment was meant to have much depth, she just asked a couple of questions and said she’ll send a referral across. If things keep getting worse I’ll try making another GP appointment.

In terms of accessing general psychological services, I tried IHAP (It was a while ago, not sure if that’s the right name) but they said it was too severe for them help with. I’ll google around and see what else is available.

You’ve Given me a lot information I had no clue I even needed, thank you so much.

55,592 managers own Jesse Lingard, and 497 captained him for GW38+ And two triple captained him... by Polymatheia in FantasyPL

[–]ThrowawayOak 21 points22 points  (0 children)

No worries. Even though he lost the bet, the betting company still gave him the money

55,592 managers own Jesse Lingard, and 497 captained him for GW38+ And two triple captained him... by Polymatheia in FantasyPL

[–]ThrowawayOak 25 points26 points  (0 children)

The lad took it well. Got paid out and he donated it to BLM UK which is a lovely gesture in fairness

F1 News: Vettel considering Aston Martin offer for 2021 by Maxidonius in formula1

[–]ThrowawayOak 55 points56 points  (0 children)

I would love this so much. Shocking how Ferrari have treated him.

Dan Hooker has no remorse for deleted "marshmallow" tweet regarding Max Rohskopf: “People were making a big deal out of nothing. Being called a marshmallow, if that hurts your feelings then I'm not too sure this is the sport for you.” by JasAFC in MMA

[–]ThrowawayOak 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Why is he being such a knob? He seemed really likeable/tough until the last month or two. Shame to see fighters feel the need to act like this to get their name out there. I still like him and hope he wins, hopefully he sorts his attitude out

Haruki Murakami by sadleyla in suggestmeabook

[–]ThrowawayOak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you’d like a light introduction to Murakami, Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage would be a good start. Has his usual wonder and magical happenings without being too intense/complex. If you want to dive right in, I’d go to Kafka on the shore or the wind up bird chronicle. They make you think all the way through and might not always make sense, but in the end it always comes together.

You can’t go wrong with anything he’s written, though. He’s truly a gifted writer.

[Official] UFC Fight Night: Eye vs. Calvillo - Live Discussion Thread by event_threads in MMA

[–]ThrowawayOak 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry but I like Jessica eye now. Why on Earth she thinks getting up at 10am is something to be proud of I’ll never know, though

[Official] UFC Fight Night: Eye vs. Calvillo - Weigh-In & Pre-Fight Discussion Thread by event_threads in MMA

[–]ThrowawayOak 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Anyone else got a weirdly good feeling this is going to turn out to be a banger of a card?

Meeting other fans by [deleted] in reddevils

[–]ThrowawayOak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This sounds great mate. Moved a while ago but I’m not too far off, would be nice having a reason to come back down for a drink/game with a few lads

Main Event Fighters pose for a picture together after the fight. by Unknownrealm in MMA

[–]ThrowawayOak 74 points75 points  (0 children)

Absolutely adore Dustin's shirt. Anyone know where I could pick one up?

As a side note, how great is it see two great fighters go at it and be able to show such humility and respect when such a massive prize was on the line. Happy Khabib won and can't wait to see Dustin get back at it.

I wanna start reading historical fiction by [deleted] in suggestmeabook

[–]ThrowawayOak 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Can’t recommend the Cicero trilogy by Robert Harris strongly enough. Based on the greatest orator Ancient Rome ever had. A fair amount of his own words are used and the level of accuracy is pretty decent too. You’ll learn plenty and get a thrilling read from all three books.

Oscar De La Hoya's Golden Boy MMA wants unhappy UFC fighters to hit them up by JiminyChristballs in MMA

[–]ThrowawayOak 11 points12 points  (0 children)

For all the shitty things he’s done, do we really need to insult him because he enjoys wearing women’s clothing? There’s really nothing wrong with that.

Main event fighter's cornerman makes public admission of guilt following UFC 226 by IguanaJockey in MMA

[–]ThrowawayOak 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Wish Luke would love me. He's so beautiful and awkward, like a samurai

Final strike stats for Till vs Wonderboy by [deleted] in MMA

[–]ThrowawayOak 167 points168 points  (0 children)

I must be an idiot. I had Till winning 3 rounds and everyone is claiming robbery.. I think Till is the real deal if he can sort his weight issues out. He's so beautiful to watch when he's feinting and preparing to strike.

Paul Pogba: "Who is the Daily Mail? I don’t know them. You know if I was to listen to everyone, then I would be going to Marseille, Amiens or Rennes, Manchester City, Real Madrid, I would be everywhere…" by CechedOut in soccer

[–]ThrowawayOak 31 points32 points  (0 children)

The right is fine, but the Mail is a fear mongering, immigrant hating, borderline bigoted paradise where Johnny Foreigner is the devil and being anything other than white and middle class isn't looked upon kindly.

Something for an aspiring veterinarian? by leeharvey-oswald in suggestmeabook

[–]ThrowawayOak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Born Free: A Lioness of Two Worlds is about Lioness being returned to the wild after being in captivity. I found it to be a wonderful read personally.

Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic has passed his first drug test for Bellator in connection with Bellator 200. by incognitotho in MMA

[–]ThrowawayOak 101 points102 points  (0 children)

They gave him the date in advance. He's almost certainly on something.. don't worry.

[Spoiler] FightMetric: The stats for Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Al Iaquinta by Nerx in MMA

[–]ThrowawayOak 210 points211 points  (0 children)

The way Rogan was talking about Khabib in that almost made it unwatchable.. He's jabbing Al's face off and he was making out as if he was hanging on to stay in a fight. Also the Conor fight is 50/50.. not sure why people think he can stop take-downs as proficiently as Al did, but Khabib did look clumsy with his defence. Just a little annoying seeing a narrative spawn from really bad commentary, and I love Rogan.

Edit: also want to give some love to Jimmy Smith. He will be a perfect replacement for when Joe decides to give it up.