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Let it Raine
Profile Joined August 2010
Canada1245 Posts
November 21 2012 00:48 GMT
#61
GL mini
Grandmaster Zerg x14. Diamond 1 LoL. MLG 50, Halo 3. Raine.
TheChillCraft
Profile Joined September 2011
10 Posts
November 21 2012 00:51 GMT
#62
Chad, I have to say, your are truly one of my favorites in the scene, of all time! I was fortunate enough to grab a lesson with you awhile back (im a zerg named Lights) and watching you play is truly inspiring. That being said, I totally understand your position, and we all wish you the best, and will support you no matter what. I just want to say thanks for everything you do for this community, and you will always be my favorite Toss!
www.youtube.com/thechillcraft www.twitch.tv/thegreenbaymonster Search The Chill Craft facebook!
Ragnarok_1er
Profile Joined September 2011
France45 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-11-21 00:56:39
November 21 2012 00:54 GMT
#63
That's amazing, you pretty much described my life. Social anxiety, Crohn's, underweight issues, depression... I've had them all (and I still have painful relapses sometimes)! But I found a medication that mostly works, a job I love, and now I ladder for fun instead of trying to forget about other stuff. :D

I hope everything works out for you!
Axslav and you are my favorite Protoss streamers and I'd hate to see you leave the scene! <3
900 points masters random player.
Poo
Profile Blog Joined August 2010
Canada536 Posts
November 21 2012 01:02 GMT
#64
I'm happy you're making a decision that'll help both your health and mentality. Best of luck, ill continue to support & watch your stream vods when I can =D
Try hard or don't try at all.
Cannabeastwod
Profile Joined January 2011
Denmark37 Posts
November 21 2012 01:10 GMT
#65
Hey minigun...um Chad.
Im glad to hear you are getting better!(feeling better too), I'm experiancing somthing not far from what you describe here so I will take it in as my motivation so I will thank you now and later!.
You know I will allways support you in everything you do. You have heart! A big one! I'm happy to have known you, Im happy to have learned so much over the years of watching you play and being your mod has made me happy and feel appriciated!.
If you ever need to talk about the things, call me on skype (if you have it, if you dont pm me here) I'd be happy to give you my thoughts on the things you are going though.
I hope you are also able to sleep better from now on.

-much love and support
AndersBM
Alpacino.812 friend me
aesopiate
Profile Joined June 2012
United States8 Posts
November 21 2012 01:12 GMT
#66
I posted this already on reddit but I will here too.

Chad, I also have crohns and depression. I'm 5'10" and 130 so same relative build. And when I dropped out of school because of it, that's when I got heavy into gaming too. The only thing is you seem to be doing better than I am. I wish I knew what medication you're on because I've done them all and the ones I am on right now still aren't working. Anyway if anyone one here can sympathize it's me. I'll be watching your stream. Good luck man, sincerely.
TechNoTrance
Profile Joined May 2012
Canada1007 Posts
November 21 2012 01:15 GMT
#67
Good luck man.
All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.
azndude3194
Profile Joined May 2009
United States156 Posts
November 21 2012 01:18 GMT
#68
i've been a huge fan of yours for the longest time now, watching you stream, copying some of your builds and even getting the chance to play you on ladder a couple times, it's sad to see that you're not going to be competing at lans, but i hope you do well in whatever you do !
Moochlol
Profile Joined August 2010
United States456 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-11-21 01:25:38
November 21 2012 01:19 GMT
#69
We love you mini, you have shown me some great games, I play zerg, but I love watching you play. You're a really smart kid.

I think you still have a lot to offer our community, so many people can benefit from your sc2 knowledge, brighter days will come for you, just focus on yourself for awhile, we will always be here for you.

Love you chad.

PS. When I have some extra money, I intend to get coaching from you, I'm a high master Z, and would just like some input on my play from someone of your stature. Stay strong buddy we are rooting for you.
blaaaaaarghhhhh
infinitum
Profile Joined April 2011
United States83 Posts
November 21 2012 01:21 GMT
#70
I'm 5'8'' and 104 lbs. Been that way since I was 14 years old (I am now 25). And while I do have lots of health problems (the thinness is a symptom, not the cause), I have a great life and a perfect wife who embraces me as I am.
Everything you know was forged from the remnants of a supernova.
tredogz
Profile Joined April 2011
Canada170 Posts
November 21 2012 01:23 GMT
#71
<3 Minigun! We keep you in da prays! We support you with whatever you do! HF HF gl !
t to the redogz, tredogz
ROOTCatZ
Profile Blog Joined June 2005
Peru1238 Posts
November 21 2012 01:24 GMT
#72
No chad thank you for being Chad Motherfucking Jones.
Progamerwww.root-gaming.com
Crashburn
Profile Blog Joined October 2010
United States476 Posts
November 21 2012 01:27 GMT
#73
Mini, you're easily my favorite player in the SC2 scene. Watching your stream in the early days kept my interest in the game, and I stole a ton of builds and maneuvers from you to use on the ladder. Don't think I would've gone from copper league to master league as quickly as I did (if at all) without watching your stream on a regular basis. I wish you nothing but the best in life. Thanks for everything. Hope to catch you streaming again soon. =)
Chicane
Profile Joined November 2010
United States7875 Posts
November 21 2012 01:34 GMT
#74
I know how difficult it is to make tough decisions when the odds are stacked against you. Well of course I don't know exactly how it is for you, but I like to think I have a decent idea. Either way, it's great to hear things are going better than they were before and that you seem to be moving forward.

Also you mentioned your weight. Why exactly is that a problem for you? Is it a physical problem, or is it a mental image problem? I'm 6'0" and only 128 lbs and I don't think I'm too unhealthy... so I'm just wondering.

In any event, I wish you all the best. Good luck!
Censin
Profile Joined May 2011
United States4 Posts
November 21 2012 01:35 GMT
#75
Chad, thanks so much for all the entertainment! I respect this choice a lot. Playing for fun is something I feel like is being lost lately... Your interaction with viewers and other people has always been why I've enjoyed watching you play. You're a fucking awesome person Chad! Keep your mental and physical health your top priority. I hope for health and happiness for you, sir. <3
JingleHell
Profile Blog Joined March 2011
United States11308 Posts
November 21 2012 01:41 GMT
#76
On November 21 2012 08:40 Cyro wrote:
Show nested quote +
I'm pretty small framed but I'm wanting to get to at least 130 or so. I've started to run each morning, which actually does make you feel quite a bit better.


Eat things. Grab that extra meal, double up your burger or really if you feel like it, stuff like chocolate and doughnuts etc. You can also get some 600 calories per litre of "regular" milk - you dont have to put on weight fast, but if you are running and hitting gym 3-4 times a week properly dont be suprised if you need >500 calories/day more than you used to in order to just maintain weight, and you would probably want even more if you are looking to build muscle well from an underweight standpoint especially with added cardio etc.

Eat everything, as long as you watch sugar etc its better than being underweight, and you wont see any major short-term downsides. It may seem difficult but its really as simple as calorie intake.

As LgNKami said you will also want a ton of protein if you are trying to build muscle fast, as much as 100-150g for your weight on workout days for best result. You cant really eat too much of it, and if you dont eat nearly that much, its fine, as long as you are working out properly and have the calorie intake to keep up and back your weight gain, and a diet that is GENERALLY ok, it can be lopsided or "wrong", you dont have to stick to any rules as long as what you eat is somewhat sensible.


Love and support

Cyro


It's actually not this simple for most people with crohn's. There's not enough known about it, but there's some trial and error in diet, and even asymptomatic, you can have trouble in your guts that cause nutrient malabsorbtion.

Scientific method, mostly trial and error, guesswork, and being pissed.
GazaThomson
Profile Joined August 2012
Scotland8 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-11-21 01:51:48
November 21 2012 01:51 GMT
#77
Good luck man.. i really do wish you the best.

Just do what is right for you man what ever makes you the happiest.
You've always got this community to come back to.
3dum
aesopiate
Profile Joined June 2012
United States8 Posts
November 21 2012 02:02 GMT
#78
On November 21 2012 10:41 JingleHell wrote:
Show nested quote +
On November 21 2012 08:40 Cyro wrote:
I'm pretty small framed but I'm wanting to get to at least 130 or so. I've started to run each morning, which actually does make you feel quite a bit better.


Eat things. Grab that extra meal, double up your burger or really if you feel like it, stuff like chocolate and doughnuts etc. You can also get some 600 calories per litre of "regular" milk - you dont have to put on weight fast, but if you are running and hitting gym 3-4 times a week properly dont be suprised if you need >500 calories/day more than you used to in order to just maintain weight, and you would probably want even more if you are looking to build muscle well from an underweight standpoint especially with added cardio etc.

Eat everything, as long as you watch sugar etc its better than being underweight, and you wont see any major short-term downsides. It may seem difficult but its really as simple as calorie intake.

As LgNKami said you will also want a ton of protein if you are trying to build muscle fast, as much as 100-150g for your weight on workout days for best result. You cant really eat too much of it, and if you dont eat nearly that much, its fine, as long as you are working out properly and have the calorie intake to keep up and back your weight gain, and a diet that is GENERALLY ok, it can be lopsided or "wrong", you dont have to stick to any rules as long as what you eat is somewhat sensible.


Love and support

Cyro


It's actually not this simple for most people with crohn's. There's not enough known about it, but there's some trial and error in diet, and even asymptomatic, you can have trouble in your guts that cause nutrient malabsorbtion.

Scientific method, mostly trial and error, guesswork, and being pissed.


Yup exactly, thank you. Everyone with Crohn's goes through tons of different foods finding what works and what doesn't. It's a really tedious and awful endeavor because every time you fuck up you physically suffer.

It's actually kind of annoying to me... every time I tell someone I have Crohn's the first thing a lot of people do is try to tell me what diet I "should" be on, or recommends me some bullshit South Beach book or whatever. I've spent years trying to figure it out. No offense to the guy you're quoting, they're being one hundred percent kind and have good intentions. But I hope you get my point haha.
Tingles
Profile Joined January 2011
Australia225 Posts
November 21 2012 02:02 GMT
#79
Mini, i love you man.
Sad to see you go, but as someone whose going through some shitty times myself, i can totally understand. I've stopped playing SC2 at the moment due to the stress, but you do it at the highest level. Can't even imagine the pressure.
Thanks for your stream. I've learnt a metric tonne watching you play. If you had could handle your stress/anxiety, i really feel you could be one of the best. You seem untouchable when you are playing at your peak.
I hope your health gets better and you get on with whatever makes you happy in life.
<3
swinkles
Profile Joined June 2011
131 Posts
November 21 2012 02:07 GMT
#80
hey dude, if youre serious about gaining weight, dont go running, lift weights. workout for half an hour - forty five minutes tops, and then EAT YOUR FACE OFF. AS MUCH AS YOU CAN WITHOUT literally dropping dead.

running kills your gains if youre light like me!
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