Where The fυck Has Norman Been?

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johnireland

·Aug 23, 2022

It is easy for us not in your shoes to offer "advice and wisdom"...and yet, that's one of the things we are good for. I hope your psychiatrists are doing well...the one with the watches might be the keeper. If I may offer a book or two that stood well with me..."In and out of the garbage pail" by Fritz Perls, and "Being Mortal" by Atul Gawande. In the meantime, some of us are new here and we might love to see some of your watches and enjoy you telling us about them. I know I would. Regards.

 

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redpcar

·Aug 23, 2022

Missed you!

 

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sonicosa

·Aug 23, 2022

Welcome back. You gave me some generous guidance before your break / hiatus from social media and forums began, and I’ve been wondered how you’re doing from time to time. I’m sorry to hear it’s been a difficult period for you, but I hope things are starting to look up and that reconnecting with community will be beneficial for your mental well-being.

 

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NGO1

·Aug 23, 2022

Welcome back Norman.
We appreciate you talking about depression openly.

 

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STANDY

·Aug 23, 2022·schizophrenic pizza orderer and watch collector

We have missed you mate. Great news to hear your mending slowly.

Ever need a laugh hit me up. One of my talents a fellow sufferer mate in Australia uses often.

 

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noelekal

·Aug 23, 2022·Home For Wayward Watches

Underneath all the watch chatter there are folks who care here on the Forum.

Glad to see your familiar avatar!

 

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pdxleaf

·Aug 23, 2022

What, no wrist shots?

You know we like pictures 😀

 

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Schmedsc

·Aug 23, 2022

Welcome back Norman! I’m still sporting this beauty.

 

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Pascal S

·Aug 23, 2022

Welcome back!

I haven't yet had the pleasure of interacting with you on this forum yet, but your post truly resonated with me. I've had my share of depressive episodes over the years, and these last few weeks have found me in a pretty dark place, verging on a brownout at work. I'm feeling a bit better today, but everything is a delicate balance, and it doesn't take much to throw everything out of whack. I know that in my case pride often gets in the way of seeking help.

So thank you about being so candid about your situation, because your example might very well prompt me to more directly address my demons rather than spending time and energy trying to sweep them under the rug. I should know by now that it never works, and yet...

 

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thelinendial

·Aug 23, 2022

Welcome back Norman. You've been missed!

 

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Archer

·Aug 23, 2022·Omega Qualified Watchmaker

Hi Norman,

I have thought of you often, and I’m so glad to see you posting again!

Cheers, Al

 

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Vitezi

·Aug 23, 2022

I too have thought of you often, I miss your expertise in US market Omegas, and I'm hoping that engaging here will help you in some small way

 

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Keith88lx

·Aug 23, 2022

Welcome back norm. I was wondering where you went and hope all is well. Glad to see you back. As others have shown I still sport my gems as well.

 

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perks713

·Aug 23, 2022

The rollercoaster is real. My own personal struggles pale in comparison so I don’t truly know what you’re going through but I wish you all the best. We haven’t interacted more than a handful of times over the years but you’ve always been someone who’s posts are ‘required reading’.

Welcome back, this place only benefits from people like you contributing.

 

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sxl2004

·Aug 23, 2022

Norman

So happy for you that you are able to make the first steps out of it.
Good luck

 

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kkt

·Aug 23, 2022

Good to see you again, Norman!

 

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gbesq

·Aug 23, 2022

Welcome back. Clinical depression is the real deal and needs to be taken seriously. You do others a great service by being brave enough to talk openly about your struggles. Please stay engaged. OF is a community. We need you and you need us.

 

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watchyouwant

·Aug 24, 2022

Norman, if you want to try some new Avenues in Life, here is what OF could do for you: Focus on something new. Everybody interested here could send you an old, damaged, not working mechanical watch. You have to dismantle all. Then you create large " Mechanical Watch part Mobile Sculptures " , perfectly balanced ! Nylon fishing line connect to the watch parts and the main rods are Timber twigs/ Alloy rods or whatever you like. Take pictures of that journey for us. And then auction them between your Psychiatrist 's ..... Parallel action : Join Rotary. Fundraise for your Community. You will meet many, that need help in everyday life and you get a different point of view.... Crossing my fingers for you

as our Guard Poodle does with his Paws. Achim

 

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YYTIN

·Aug 24, 2022

Welcome back ! A lot of respect for you taking this step.

 

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Mr Blond

·Aug 24, 2022

Welcome back, sorry to hear you’ve been through such a bad time.