Brain Drained

[DesertDweller]

I started reading all the different trade rumors about Rondo going here and Rondo going there and then it hit me....

These players must really have to have thier brains wrapped tight to be able to put up with all these trade rumors floating around and at the same time trying to lead a normal life and on top of that go out on that court, like every other night, and try and please the fickled fans that are never satisfied and always have a comment about how they should have played it different.
Now I know some of you are saying that most players don't have the time to even read about the trade stuff but I gaurantee they know what's going on around them. just think about what it would be like to wake up one morning and find out, you not only had been traded but, you had to suit up tomorrow and play for some other team maybe on the other coast from where you are now. also maybe you were with a contender and you have just been traded to a celler dweller and guess what??? that new team's fans don't give a rat's arse what you just went through, they expect you to perform like nothing happened.
I can't even wrap my brain around living like that!!!

[D.o.s.]

I started reading all the different trade rumors about Rondo going here and Rondo going there and then it hit me....

These players must really have to have thier brains wrapped tight to be able to put up with all these trade rumors floating around and at the same time trying to lead a normal life and on top of that go out on that court, like every other night, and try and please the fickled fans that are never satisfied and always have a comment about how they should have played it different.
Now I know some of you are saying that most players don't have the time to even read about the trade stuff but I gaurantee they know what's going on around them. just think about what it would be like to wake up one morning and find out, you not only had been traded but, you had to suit up tomorrow and play for some other team maybe on the other coast from where you are now. also maybe you were with a contender and you have just been traded to a celler dweller and guess what??? that new team's fans don't give a rat's arse what you just went through, they expect you to perform like nothing happened.
I can't even wrap my brain around living like that!!!

[saltlover]

I started reading all the different trade rumors about Rondo going here and Rondo going there and then it hit me....

These players must really have to have thier brains wrapped tight to be able to put up with all these trade rumors floating around and at the same time trying to lead a normal life and on top of that go out on that court, like every other night, and try and please the fickled fans that are never satisfied and always have a comment about how they should have played it different.
Now I know some of you are saying that most players don't have the time to even read about the trade stuff but I gaurantee they know what's going on around them. just think about what it would be like to wake up one morning and find out, you not only had been traded but, you had to suit up tomorrow and play for some other team maybe on the other coast from where you are now. also maybe you were with a contender and you have just been traded to a celler dweller and guess what??? that new team's fans don't give a rat's arse what you just went through, they expect you to perform like nothing happened.
I can't even wrap my brain around living like that!!!

A picture is indeed worth a thousand words.  TP

[BudweiserCeltic]

I started reading all the different trade rumors about Rondo going here and Rondo going there and then it hit me....

These players must really have to have thier brains wrapped tight to be able to put up with all these trade rumors floating around and at the same time trying to lead a normal life and on top of that go out on that court, like every other night, and try and please the fickled fans that are never satisfied and always have a comment about how they should have played it different.
Now I know some of you are saying that most players don't have the time to even read about the trade stuff but I gaurantee they know what's going on around them. just think about what it would be like to wake up one morning and find out, you not only had been traded but, you had to suit up tomorrow and play for some other team maybe on the other coast from where you are now. also maybe you were with a contender and you have just been traded to a celler dweller and guess what??? that new team's fans don't give a rat's arse what you just went through, they expect you to perform like nothing happened.
I can't even wrap my brain around living like that!!!

A picture is indeed worth a thousand words.  TP

[BballTim]

I started reading all the different trade rumors about Rondo going here and Rondo going there and then it hit me....

These players must really have to have thier brains wrapped tight to be able to put up with all these trade rumors floating around and at the same time trying to lead a normal life and on top of that go out on that court, like every other night, and try and please the fickled fans that are never satisfied and always have a comment about how they should have played it different.
Now I know some of you are saying that most players don't have the time to even read about the trade stuff but I gaurantee they know what's going on around them. just think about what it would be like to wake up one morning and find out, you not only had been traded but, you had to suit up tomorrow and play for some other team maybe on the other coast from where you are now. also maybe you were with a contender and you have just been traded to a celler dweller and guess what??? that new team's fans don't give a rat's arse what you just went through, they expect you to perform like nothing happened.
I can't even wrap my brain around living like that!!!

  I'd be willing to live like that for a fraction of what many of those players make.

[DesertDweller]

Did you all come up with this picture idea at the same time or do you all live together and share the same  computer??? 

[BudweiserCeltic]

Did you all come up with this picture idea at the same time or do you all live together and share the same  computer??? 

What are you talking about?

[BballTim]

Did you all come up with this picture idea at the same time or do you all live together and share the same  computer??? 

  Little known fact, if you can provide evidence that you have multiple personalities you can get to have multiple usernames on celticsblog. That explains the "living together and sharing the same computer" thing.

 

[lightspeed5]

a lot of them probably tune out the media. im sure they cry themselves to sleep in their ferraris after hearing these rumors in the tvs in their mansions

[Kiorrik]

I started reading all the different trade rumors about Rondo going here and Rondo going there and then it hit me....

These players must really have to have thier brains wrapped tight to be able to put up with all these trade rumors floating around and at the same time trying to lead a normal life and on top of that go out on that court, like every other night, and try and please the fickled fans that are never satisfied and always have a comment about how they should have played it different.
Now I know some of you are saying that most players don't have the time to even read about the trade stuff but I gaurantee they know what's going on around them. just think about what it would be like to wake up one morning and find out, you not only had been traded but, you had to suit up tomorrow and play for some other team maybe on the other coast from where you are now. also maybe you were with a contender and you have just been traded to a celler dweller and guess what??? that new team's fans don't give a rat's arse what you just went through, they expect you to perform like nothing happened.
I can't even wrap my brain around living like that!!!

  I'd be willing to live like that for a fraction of what many of those players make.

I'm so sick and tired of reading that comment over and over again.

You don't get that money without being:
1) a top athlete
2) having the drive work your behind off to become one of the best in the world at what you do
3) being extremely passionate about the game

There's NO SUCH THING as being "paid that money" without getting those two as well.

You're a top athlete. You're one of the BEST on the PLANET in what you do. And you LOVE doing this thing.

Yet, you don't get the opportunity to get to the TOP of the hill, because of POLITICS.

Yeah, the money is nice. But by all means, they should have the right to at least not be happy about their situation.

Besides, they're human. No matter what you get paid, if there's something you want, and you don't get it because of something outside of your power, that can be extremely disheartening. I think they should feel free to whine and mope. They're professional enough to show up and play the game, so I have no quarrel with their lack of passion about the Celtics.

[lightspeed5]

I started reading all the different trade rumors about Rondo going here and Rondo going there and then it hit me....

These players must really have to have thier brains wrapped tight to be able to put up with all these trade rumors floating around and at the same time trying to lead a normal life and on top of that go out on that court, like every other night, and try and please the fickled fans that are never satisfied and always have a comment about how they should have played it different.
Now I know some of you are saying that most players don't have the time to even read about the trade stuff but I gaurantee they know what's going on around them. just think about what it would be like to wake up one morning and find out, you not only had been traded but, you had to suit up tomorrow and play for some other team maybe on the other coast from where you are now. also maybe you were with a contender and you have just been traded to a celler dweller and guess what??? that new team's fans don't give a rat's arse what you just went through, they expect you to perform like nothing happened.
I can't even wrap my brain around living like that!!!

  I'd be willing to live like that for a fraction of what many of those players make.

I'm so sick and tired of reading that comment over and over again.

You don't get that money without being:
1) a top athlete
2) having the drive work your behind off to become one of the best in the world at what you do
3) being extremely passionate about the game

There's NO SUCH THING as being "paid that money" without getting those two as well.

You're a top athlete. You're one of the BEST on the PLANET in what you do. And you LOVE doing this thing.

Yet, you don't get the opportunity to get to the TOP of the hill, because of POLITICS.

Yeah, the money is nice. But by all means, they should have the right to at least not be happy about their situation.

Besides, they're human. No matter what you get paid, if there's something you want, and you don't get it because of something outside of your power, that can be extremely disheartening. I think they should feel free to whine and mope. They're professional enough to show up and play the game, so I have no quarrel with their lack of passion about the Celtics.

"But by all means, they should have the right to at least not be happy about their situation."

were you saying the same thing about royce white?

[TitleMaster]

Now I know some of you are saying that most players don't have the time to even read about the trade stuff but I gaurantee they know what's going on around them. just think about what it would be like to wake up one morning and find out, you not only had been traded but, you had to suit up tomorrow and play for some other team maybe on the other coast from where you are now. also maybe you were with a contender and you have just been traded to a celler dweller and guess what??? that new team's fans don't give a rat's arse what you just went through, they expect you to perform like nothing happened.
I can't even wrap my brain around living like that!!!

  I'd be willing to live like that for a fraction of what many of those players make.

I'm so sick and tired of reading that comment over and over again.

You don't get that money without being:
1) a top athlete
2) having the drive work your behind off to become one of the best in the world at what you do
3) being extremely passionate about the game

There's NO SUCH THING as being "paid that money" without getting those two as well.

You're a top athlete. You're one of the BEST on the PLANET in what you do. And you LOVE doing this thing.

Yet, you don't get the opportunity to get to the TOP of the hill, because of POLITICS.

Yeah, the money is nice. But by all means, they should have the right to at least not be happy about their situation.

Besides, they're human. No matter what you get paid, if there's something you want, and you don't get it because of something outside of your power, that can be extremely disheartening. I think they should feel free to whine and mope. They're professional enough to show up and play the game, so I have no quarrel with their lack of passion about the Celtics.

Here's my take on the matter. Yes, money matters.

In other words, even a very passionate scientist, engineer, or what have you, takes an ordinary salary and deals with a lot of corporate BS, 45-65 hours per week. In time, their passion dwindles and then, they become like every other disgruntled person out there. Read Dilbert for some examples. This is why so many scientists have left for careers in trading & finance and that's because they can't make the money they need for retirement, doing an ordinary job these days.

On the other shoe, in b-ball, you know what your job is and that's to perform. In b-ball, you can focus on your daily training routine, all of the time, because that's what you are, a professional athlete. So instead of listening to other ppl and getting yourself worried over trades, work on your free throws, some Yoga, some Martial Arts or Tai Chi. Take that field trip to Houston and get some dream shake lessons with Hakeem. And yes, if you get enamored with some city, like let's say Boston, then buy a house there and even if you get traded, keep the homestead and buy a small condo in your new city. This is not to different from someone with a Navy career, where base hopping becomes a part of the lifestyle.

[Kiorrik]

"But by all means, they should have the right to at least not be happy about their situation."

were you saying the same thing about royce white?

There's always an exception, and that's a really ridiculous example.

And by ridiculous, I mean that Royce White was a ridiculous person, not you

[D.o.s.]

Did you all come up with this picture idea at the same time or do you all live together and share the same  computer??? 

  Little known fact, if you can provide evidence that you have multiple personalities you can get to have multiple usernames on celticsblog. That explains the "living together and sharing the same computer" thing.

Puts "one of us, one of us" into a scary perspective.

[Edgar]

start was a little tough i am not talking about haters but i loved the underline...hater supposed to be
    A person who feels anger and/or jealousy for someone who has succeeded in something they have worked hard for.
    A being that speaks badly, and/or takes negative actions in attempt to create problems for a successful person.


Clearly, being a "hater" is not a good thing. And how we handle other people's success, especially when things may not be going so well for us, is an indicator of our maturity and belief in ourselves.

So what do you do when you see someone thriving with the opportunities, recognition, clients and wins that you want for your life or business? You learn to celebrate other people's success.

If you master generating genuine happiness for other people, not only will you find a cure for the envy, which can sabotage your success, but there are additional benefits as well. Here's what you open the door to as you welcome and express joy for others:

    Freedom from frustration and worry. When you see another person's win as a loss for you, you pave the way for discouragement and resentment to set in. Instead allow other people's success to ignite hope for the success coming in your time of harvest.
    More opportunities to be happy! Rejoicing with others creates an opportunity to multiply the good times you get to celebrate. By seizing every chance to sincerely congratulate other's on their success, you are creating an atmosphere for others to be willing to celebrate your successes.
    Improved relationships with others. Healthy relationships involve sharing both ups and downs. People are more likely to respond positively to you if they sense that you're truly happy for them.
    Good karma. You reap what you sow. Giving unselfishly creates a win for everybody.


I know, it all sounds good, but how do you actually pull it off -- and do it sincerely? Here are seven ideas:

    Proactively look for opportunities to shine a spotlight on someone else. Keep in touch with what's going on in the lives of the people around you. Others may be bashful about mentioning their own victories but still appreciate having their efforts recognized.
    Create a daily gratitude list. It's difficult to be happy for other people when you are dissatisfied with your life. Remind yourself of all the wonderful things you have to be grateful for. Go one step better and share one thing a day with someone.
    Be aware of your jealousy. Weigh the consequences of jealousy and envy. Be honest with yourself when you notice your thoughts and feelings heading down a negative path.
    "Fake it till you make it." Or as Karen Salmansohn says -- "Faith it till you make it." It's okay to use some artificial gestures to get started. Even if you're not purely happy that your ex-husband got an award, you can say something gracious.
    Start with the people you love. Charity starts at home and so should the celebration. It might be difficult to get instantly excited about the lives of strangers. However, you can start by focusing on the people closest to you. For example, cheer with enthusiasm when your cousin wins an award, your brother gets a promotion, or a friend successfully closes a deal.
    Work your way up to dealing with the hard stuff. For example, celebrating with someone that got something you wanted for yourself or being happy for someone you believe is undeserving.
    With practice, you'll be able to tackle the more sensitive issues. When you find the techniques that work with the people you love, you can use those same strategies with more challenging opportunities.

So the next time someone you know gets great news, don't hate -- celebrate with them. Remember, you reap what you sow: You can look forward to welcoming more joy into your own life as you celebrate other people's success.

interesting...

my brain is drained too so i use alternative brain help