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Posted by: xmelissax
Posted on: 2002-10-18 10:01:55
Rod was my 8th grade teacher. Isn't that cool! It feels weird calling him "Rod" but I wont put his last name down. He was the best teacher I ever had seriously though. He's awesome. I feel really bad about his problem and all that but he's a great person and I hope he overcomes all of this!
Posted by: xmelissax
Posted on: 2002-10-18 10:01:55
Rod was my 8th grade teacher. Isn't that cool! It feels weird calling him "Rod" but I wont put his last name down. He was the best teacher I ever had seriously though. He's awesome. I feel really bad about his problem and all that but he's a great person and I hope he overcomes all of this!
Rod
Posted by: lorrry
Posted on: 2002-10-18 18:59:41
He seems like he really enjoys being a teacher. I'm like you I hope he overcomes his problems too.
Posted by: lorrry
Posted on: 2002-10-18 18:59:41
He seems like he really enjoys being a teacher. I'm like you I hope he overcomes his problems too.
rod
Posted by: joyalisha
Posted on: 2003-12-29 16:49:47
it sounds like rod is a great guy i also hope he can over come his addiction.
Posted by: joyalisha
Posted on: 2003-12-29 16:49:47
it sounds like rod is a great guy i also hope he can over come his addiction.
Hope Rod Reads The Message Board
Posted by: blkftspirt
Posted on: 2002-10-18 11:09:46
How nice that one of Rods former students has responded to the show. I hope Rod reads the board to see he is a value to those around him and society. I am sure his former student isnt looking for compensation for the compliment via check, cash or gift. My co-worker and I were so moved by Rod... he had a genuine gentleness that was projected and had an aura of a very kind, loving and sincere man. Rod if you are reading this....I hope you are able to find the strength and courage to conquer both the weight and the spending. You must know you have touched many lives and as you can see by the first post here...in a positive way. May your spirit walk in peace. Stella
Posted by: blkftspirt
Posted on: 2002-10-18 11:09:46
How nice that one of Rods former students has responded to the show. I hope Rod reads the board to see he is a value to those around him and society. I am sure his former student isnt looking for compensation for the compliment via check, cash or gift. My co-worker and I were so moved by Rod... he had a genuine gentleness that was projected and had an aura of a very kind, loving and sincere man. Rod if you are reading this....I hope you are able to find the strength and courage to conquer both the weight and the spending. You must know you have touched many lives and as you can see by the first post here...in a positive way. May your spirit walk in peace. Stella
Fine young man
Posted by: jtg49770
Posted on: 2002-10-18 15:15:33
I found Rod to be genuine and I think Rod just needs some "real friends" and freindships. I grew up in a minority neighborhood and it makes me feel good to see a black man in a successful role for young people. His spending habits are not imitatable, but his ability to reach out and WANT to change are. When he couldn't answer Dr. Phil's "What are you proud of?", I was thinking for him; he is educated, smart, giving and most of all has a huge heart. Any man (or woman) that cries has a heart. I wish I could spend time with a guy like Rod. I think if his friends reach out like we are as strangers, Rod will do great. I wish him well.
Posted by: jtg49770
Posted on: 2002-10-18 15:15:33
I found Rod to be genuine and I think Rod just needs some "real friends" and freindships. I grew up in a minority neighborhood and it makes me feel good to see a black man in a successful role for young people. His spending habits are not imitatable, but his ability to reach out and WANT to change are. When he couldn't answer Dr. Phil's "What are you proud of?", I was thinking for him; he is educated, smart, giving and most of all has a huge heart. Any man (or woman) that cries has a heart. I wish I could spend time with a guy like Rod. I think if his friends reach out like we are as strangers, Rod will do great. I wish him well.
Rod
Posted by: bonesrabit
Posted on: 2002-10-21 05:48:40
I sat and watched Rod...he is such a fine man! I know how how fells, I'm in the weight catertory and understand his feelings of not being accepted into society because of my weight which has also caused some major medical problems. You are such an inspiriation to me and "I got it" along with you. I will pray for both ours & others success at "accepting myself as I am" and working on not pushing down my feelings but acknowage "I am okay!" Thank you for having the courage to go on the show. Dr. Phil is WONDERFUL! Betty
Posted by: bonesrabit
Posted on: 2002-10-21 05:48:40
I sat and watched Rod...he is such a fine man! I know how how fells, I'm in the weight catertory and understand his feelings of not being accepted into society because of my weight which has also caused some major medical problems. You are such an inspiriation to me and "I got it" along with you. I will pray for both ours & others success at "accepting myself as I am" and working on not pushing down my feelings but acknowage "I am okay!" Thank you for having the courage to go on the show. Dr. Phil is WONDERFUL! Betty
Addictions
Posted by: gail020202
Posted on: 2002-10-18 12:22:49
I tried nearly all of them. Shopping and sex were my top two. I was looking to fill a void and when I exhausted all the "worldly" options I was empty. Being completely empty and out of options I knew God was the answer and I found Him. If you do not know Him I would urge you to consider a great chuch family and finding your place in God's family. What a difference in my life - it made all the difference. Do I still have problems? Sure. Can I cope? Yes.
Good luck to those of you coping with addictive behavior.
Been there done that.
Gail
Posted by: gail020202
Posted on: 2002-10-18 12:22:49
I tried nearly all of them. Shopping and sex were my top two. I was looking to fill a void and when I exhausted all the "worldly" options I was empty. Being completely empty and out of options I knew God was the answer and I found Him. If you do not know Him I would urge you to consider a great chuch family and finding your place in God's family. What a difference in my life - it made all the difference. Do I still have problems? Sure. Can I cope? Yes.
Good luck to those of you coping with addictive behavior.
Been there done that.
Gail
Rod has got what it takes
Posted by: coolmommy2
Posted on: 2002-10-18 12:38:19
I believe this man can overcome whatever he needs to. He had this awesome spirit about him. I could tell he was a loving and caring person just by seeing him and the way he responded to Dr. Phil. I hope he reads these message boards also!!! Goodluck Rod - I know just like everyone else writing you will be a success story!
Posted by: coolmommy2
Posted on: 2002-10-18 12:38:19
I believe this man can overcome whatever he needs to. He had this awesome spirit about him. I could tell he was a loving and caring person just by seeing him and the way he responded to Dr. Phil. I hope he reads these message boards also!!! Goodluck Rod - I know just like everyone else writing you will be a success story!
Gail, I feel you
Posted by: nina_love
Posted on: 2002-10-18 15:45:08
At the age of 19, I was severly depressed and completely jaded with life. I had been addicted to drugs, sex and relationships with men. I craved euphoria, sedation and attention. But at the end of day it was so obviously futile and temporary. I remember lying on my bed in the dark in my college dorm and feeling overwhelmingly empty. I now realize that humans were created by God and for God and without God no one is anything or has anything and if they think differently they are sadly blinded. But knowing that is only half the battle. It makes it hurt a lot more when I do things I know God doesn't approve of ; I get very angry with myself for not being able to change immediatly in the face of knowledge. My boyfriend says i'm obsessed with perfection, but I think he's giving me excuses, it affects him too , I get really frustrated with his vices, and sometims I think I'd be better off alone, because dealing with other peoples flaws drags me down. I have few friends for this reason. I've been sober for a while, which I'm proud of because I started using at 15. But Dr. Phil is so right when he says you can be addicted to anything. I now believe I'm addicted to laziness. I took 2002 off school and I'm set up to start again in January, but besides spending time with my boyfriend, I do little else. It's hard. I think I'm afraid of failure and rejection.
Posted by: nina_love
Posted on: 2002-10-18 15:45:08
At the age of 19, I was severly depressed and completely jaded with life. I had been addicted to drugs, sex and relationships with men. I craved euphoria, sedation and attention. But at the end of day it was so obviously futile and temporary. I remember lying on my bed in the dark in my college dorm and feeling overwhelmingly empty. I now realize that humans were created by God and for God and without God no one is anything or has anything and if they think differently they are sadly blinded. But knowing that is only half the battle. It makes it hurt a lot more when I do things I know God doesn't approve of ; I get very angry with myself for not being able to change immediatly in the face of knowledge. My boyfriend says i'm obsessed with perfection, but I think he's giving me excuses, it affects him too , I get really frustrated with his vices, and sometims I think I'd be better off alone, because dealing with other peoples flaws drags me down. I have few friends for this reason. I've been sober for a while, which I'm proud of because I started using at 15. But Dr. Phil is so right when he says you can be addicted to anything. I now believe I'm addicted to laziness. I took 2002 off school and I'm set up to start again in January, but besides spending time with my boyfriend, I do little else. It's hard. I think I'm afraid of failure and rejection.
been there with food
Posted by: candleligh
Posted on: 2002-10-19 11:14:37
I've been adicted to food forever, and I know it's my...safety net. You see even thought I work my but off to be all things to all people I'm terrified of failure....BUT even more terrified of success. You see I figure if I'm fat people will look at me and not expect much, if I were thin etc people might expect more and what if I couldn't measure up??? I don't know how to be happy with who I am, and in fact have spent my life trying to be what every one else wanted and expected...I'm not sure even who I am, what I like or dislike etc? Guess I have a whole lot of soul searching to do.
Posted by: candleligh
Posted on: 2002-10-19 11:14:37
I've been adicted to food forever, and I know it's my...safety net. You see even thought I work my but off to be all things to all people I'm terrified of failure....BUT even more terrified of success. You see I figure if I'm fat people will look at me and not expect much, if I were thin etc people might expect more and what if I couldn't measure up??? I don't know how to be happy with who I am, and in fact have spent my life trying to be what every one else wanted and expected...I'm not sure even who I am, what I like or dislike etc? Guess I have a whole lot of soul searching to do.
candlelight
Posted by: aldau55
Posted on: 2004-11-06 09:05:09
I too have been/am addicted to food but your name says it all...candlelight....you must know somewhere inside of you how special you are. the first person you need to take care of is YOU. It feels selfish at first, but how can you help others, if you are not at your best. I always thought to be successful i had to have money and some big title. But i finally realized, i AM successful. I have a successful marriage, I'm a good wife, daughter, friend, neighbor. I am a good employee without a fancy title, but i am successful in many more important ways than just at work. You are successful person as well, write down all the good things you have done for yourself or others in the last 30 days and i am sure you will see what many great gifts you have to offer.
Posted by: aldau55
Posted on: 2004-11-06 09:05:09
I too have been/am addicted to food but your name says it all...candlelight....you must know somewhere inside of you how special you are. the first person you need to take care of is YOU. It feels selfish at first, but how can you help others, if you are not at your best. I always thought to be successful i had to have money and some big title. But i finally realized, i AM successful. I have a successful marriage, I'm a good wife, daughter, friend, neighbor. I am a good employee without a fancy title, but i am successful in many more important ways than just at work. You are successful person as well, write down all the good things you have done for yourself or others in the last 30 days and i am sure you will see what many great gifts you have to offer.
addictions
Posted by: launesmum
Posted on: 2002-10-19 21:15:38
i certainly understand how u feel my life was like wild hotwire. i knew that i couldn't do it anymore without God. not saying that my life is great now, i'm just saying that i have that unspeakable joy. never had the addiction that everyone is speaking of, but i had no direction either.
Posted by: launesmum
Posted on: 2002-10-19 21:15:38
i certainly understand how u feel my life was like wild hotwire. i knew that i couldn't do it anymore without God. not saying that my life is great now, i'm just saying that i have that unspeakable joy. never had the addiction that everyone is speaking of, but i had no direction either.
12 STEPS
Posted by: michct
Posted on: 2002-10-20 22:57:04
hi gail. i know what you are talking about :) have you ever heard of the 12 steps?
michelle
Posted by: michct
Posted on: 2002-10-20 22:57:04
hi gail. i know what you are talking about :) have you ever heard of the 12 steps?
michelle
Shopping addiction
Posted by: tdelrio
Posted on: 2002-10-18 12:45:10
My addiction is to clothes shopping. Dr. Phil states you cannot change until you acknowledge your addiction. Well I acknowledge it and want to change. I just don't know how. I know my addiction stems from being one of 3 that were verbally and emotionally abused. I love wearing new clothes and getting compliments, the compliment boosts my esteem (which I didn't get growing up). Even though the compliment is short-lived, I feel it's like a rush. I'm a nice and friendly person overall. I know I need to redirect my efforts but I don't know how!
Posted by: tdelrio
Posted on: 2002-10-18 12:45:10
My addiction is to clothes shopping. Dr. Phil states you cannot change until you acknowledge your addiction. Well I acknowledge it and want to change. I just don't know how. I know my addiction stems from being one of 3 that were verbally and emotionally abused. I love wearing new clothes and getting compliments, the compliment boosts my esteem (which I didn't get growing up). Even though the compliment is short-lived, I feel it's like a rush. I'm a nice and friendly person overall. I know I need to redirect my efforts but I don't know how!
freedom from the addiction
Posted by: michct
Posted on: 2002-10-20 23:01:31
I too had an addiction that i couldnt fully stay away from. What I found out,the hard way, was that no matter how much I knew about my problem I was unable to not do it on my own will power. I got some joy out of doing it for a while but then it became a chore that I had to do. And the fun of it eventually was gone. I've been free from this problem for about 5 years now. If you want to know more I can tell you what I did..
email me anytime.. michellescarpon@aol.com
michelle
Posted by: michct
Posted on: 2002-10-20 23:01:31
I too had an addiction that i couldnt fully stay away from. What I found out,the hard way, was that no matter how much I knew about my problem I was unable to not do it on my own will power. I got some joy out of doing it for a while but then it became a chore that I had to do. And the fun of it eventually was gone. I've been free from this problem for about 5 years now. If you want to know more I can tell you what I did..
email me anytime.. michellescarpon@aol.com
michelle
Pet Peeves
Posted by: arebarr
Posted on: 2002-10-18 14:22:26
Let me start by saying that I love Dr. Phil, I love Robin, I love the show. Also, I realize that I should probably sign up to appear on one of the obsessive-compulsive perfectionist shows. Having said that, I have two questions.
1. Why is Robin ALWAYS in the audience? I think it's great that she supports her husband's endeavors, but does she not have any life of her own? Then, why does he walk so fast that she has to practically run to keep up with him as they leave the studio? Does anyone know how their little habit developed?
2. Tissues, why does he not have tissues on stage? Are the producers afraid that we won't be able to see every gut wrenching sob on a guest's face if they have a tissue?
I know these are petty things that aren't really any of my business, but I ask with good intentions. I think the show would be PERFECT if they just fixed those two things!
Posted by: arebarr
Posted on: 2002-10-18 14:22:26
Let me start by saying that I love Dr. Phil, I love Robin, I love the show. Also, I realize that I should probably sign up to appear on one of the obsessive-compulsive perfectionist shows. Having said that, I have two questions.
1. Why is Robin ALWAYS in the audience? I think it's great that she supports her husband's endeavors, but does she not have any life of her own? Then, why does he walk so fast that she has to practically run to keep up with him as they leave the studio? Does anyone know how their little habit developed?
2. Tissues, why does he not have tissues on stage? Are the producers afraid that we won't be able to see every gut wrenching sob on a guest's face if they have a tissue?
I know these are petty things that aren't really any of my business, but I ask with good intentions. I think the show would be PERFECT if they just fixed those two things!
Give it up, man!
Posted by: wildun60
Posted on: 2002-10-18 16:41:54
I have been accused of paying too much attention to details, but you take the cake!
Does it really matter to you why Robin is in the audience every day? I work with my husband and he appreciates knowing I'm there.
I bet there are tissues available to the guests, but you haven't noticed them. Look harder!
All in all, the show cannot be perfect because humans are not perfect. If they fixed the two things you deem imperfect, something else would be wrong, in your mind. You will never find perfection on this earth, so stop trying! I did.
You said you asked the two questions with good intentions. So, what are the good intentions? I missed them.
Posted by: wildun60
Posted on: 2002-10-18 16:41:54
I have been accused of paying too much attention to details, but you take the cake!
Does it really matter to you why Robin is in the audience every day? I work with my husband and he appreciates knowing I'm there.
I bet there are tissues available to the guests, but you haven't noticed them. Look harder!
All in all, the show cannot be perfect because humans are not perfect. If they fixed the two things you deem imperfect, something else would be wrong, in your mind. You will never find perfection on this earth, so stop trying! I did.
You said you asked the two questions with good intentions. So, what are the good intentions? I missed them.
wildum60
Posted by: ziggy413
Posted on: 2002-10-18 17:45:38
Maybe if she asked these question differently
you might not have been so judgemental.
But your right to say nobody is perfect and maybe her questions came from her curiousity rather than perfectionism.
They do not offer tissues - but I don't know
why. (Having been there)
I agree that it is great that Robin can share in her husband's life and I'm sure it's a good feeling to look out and see her
there. Because the shows are taped 2 a day
for three days she has opportunities to do other things.
Posted by: ziggy413
Posted on: 2002-10-18 17:45:38
Maybe if she asked these question differently
you might not have been so judgemental.
But your right to say nobody is perfect and maybe her questions came from her curiousity rather than perfectionism.
They do not offer tissues - but I don't know
why. (Having been there)
I agree that it is great that Robin can share in her husband's life and I'm sure it's a good feeling to look out and see her
there. Because the shows are taped 2 a day
for three days she has opportunities to do other things.
arebarr
Posted by: laurapop
Posted on: 2002-10-19 00:39:15
Hey arebarr,
I am not sure... but I think I can answer the Robin question. Remember these shows are taped ahead of time and I think more than one is taped during the day. I think they taped these during the summer so probably Robin could be with him then.
Also, have you seen those trashy gossip headlines on those tabloids???? no need to say more... how can they accuse a man of cheating on his wife if she is with him.Right?
Plus I think he enjoys having here there... and who cares if he walks fast.. he is pumped up and has longer legs and her legs are shorter... at least he holds her hand and doesn't require that she walk behind him.
I frankly don't see what the problem is...
Posted by: laurapop
Posted on: 2002-10-19 00:39:15
Hey arebarr,
I am not sure... but I think I can answer the Robin question. Remember these shows are taped ahead of time and I think more than one is taped during the day. I think they taped these during the summer so probably Robin could be with him then.
Also, have you seen those trashy gossip headlines on those tabloids???? no need to say more... how can they accuse a man of cheating on his wife if she is with him.Right?
Plus I think he enjoys having here there... and who cares if he walks fast.. he is pumped up and has longer legs and her legs are shorter... at least he holds her hand and doesn't require that she walk behind him.
I frankly don't see what the problem is...
