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In a final you just need the result and they got it. Nice to see English clubs do really well in Europe this year. West Spam was great to see them get over the line in the final few minutes. Great winning goal by Bowen too. I'm sure the question will now soon switch to how long will Pep stay now he has achieved the Treble.

@GazzaGarratt will have to nuke the server so we can start fresh. All that digging gone to waste... @Plumbers Crack, @Tar-Eruntalion and I will continue to lead the digger union and offer our services I'd imagine!

So, one of the big wins this year is I became a published author! How mad is that, sadly it's not actually for a book you read, but a journal that I created for men - just like us. I've been journaling for about 4 years now and it has been a bit of a life saver. You guys know i've been through a physical transformation from 'fat' strongman to 'tasty' husband and a large part of that is because I learned how to not abuse my body with food. A lot of people who drink, smoke or do lots of drugs (caffeine was my drug of choice) simply need to get some ownership of their life and journaling can be a large piece of that puzzle. Before you click off because you've no interest in journaling, let me tell you that over the last 4 years of my life I have become a better person in every way. Man, husband, father, friend, financially, spiritually, pragmatically and emotionally. A lot of the work I did on myself, I did in my journal. Through trial and error, studying neuroscience and psychology I created a system that wasn't time consuming and was optimal for a 'mans' brain. I then applied my 'creed' or way of thinking to it and got it made by digital media creator. it's called the STRIKE Journal and you can buy it here on amazon: BUY MY BOOK! It is also available world wide on Amazon so if you're not in the UK simply search STRIKE JOURNAL on amazon. Just to be clear, my journal has nothing to do with 'fitness', my goals are set around my wellbeing and physical fitness because I will be dammed if I die of something like heart disease or a stroke, your goals and how you use the journal are simply how YOU choose to embrace your brand of masculinity. What is it? Well here is a summary below: S.T.R.I.K.E Journal Welcome to the strike journal, the premium men’s journal designed to keep you accountable and ready to strike at every moment of your day. After having used multiple different journals available on the market I found that none of them gave me the direction in my day that I required. I wanted to focus on what my needs are as a man and how my brain is motivated – specifically, not generally. Journaling is a tool used by all of the greats (Tim Ferris and Matthew McConaughey to name just two) to focus the mind and set priorities for the day, then to reflect on the successes and areas for development. I want you to use this journal to conquer each day and be the best man you can be. What is S.T.R.I.K.E? The 6 skills that I focus my day around and how I choose to embrace my masculinity in a way that benefits myself, my family, my goals and my communities. This doesn’t mean being a macho robot with no emotions and being as stoic as a rock. Being a man requires balance. Here are the 6 skills a man will use and work on every day: Strength - the strong protect the weak Taking Responsibility – you are the only person responsible for your actions, emotions and reactions Resilience - life is survival of the grittiest, motherfucker! Integrity - if you stand for nothing you’ll fall for anything Kindness – kindness is born of confidence, only a confident person can truly be kind Empathy - you never know what someone else has been/is going through At the end of each day in this journal you need to tick next to each of these skills that you successfully used as a reflection of how often you use each skill, hopefully you can show the balance of all 6. How to use this journal? I have designed this system to be as easy as possible but deliver maximum effect. Step 1: In the morning set your intentions. There are three boxes to complete. Firstly, set out your positive affirmation: Today I am going to be strong/happy/fun/a good dad/a good leader etc. Secondly, set out what you are going to improve that day, sometimes this comes from what happened yesterday or from the S.T.R.I.K.E skills: Today I am working on being calm/resilient/myself/more considerate/a monster! Thirdly, at the bottom of the page set out your non-negotiables for the day. I put in steps, nutrition goals, training and cardio goals, breathing techniques and if I’m doing ice bath or sauna that day. Step 2: In the evening before bed you reflect on your day and put everything to rest. There are 4 boxes to complete. Firstly, what went well today? Discuss your big or little wins of the day, reflect on all of the positives no matter how small. Secondly, what caused you concern, worry or stress? Be very specific about who or what caused an negative impact to your mental health. Don’t hold back, vent. Thirdly, what was out of your control? You have to learn to let go of what you cannot control, name it here, is it the same as number 2? Often times you will find it is and can therefore work on removing the stress in the future. Lastly, what are you grateful for? What or who are you grateful that is in your life? Your partner? Children? Pet? Something that happened? Yourself? Your body and it’s abilities? Step 3: Throughout the day at any point you can reflect on how well you are meeting the skills of the S.T.R.I.K.E journal and your non-negotiables. There are two boxes to use here. Firstly, tick next to each skill from S.T.R.I.K.E that you used successfully that day Secondly, your non-negotiables for the day, have you met them? I put in steps, nutrition goals, training and cardio goals, breathing techniques and if I’m doing ice bath or sauna that day. If I achieve them, I tick it off. It’s as simple as 1,2,3. However, at the end of each day you should feel a sense of accomplishment and gratitude whilst having let go of any of the stresses for the day. Oh, one more thing. Throughout this journal you will find reflection pages, on each page is either an in-depth look at each S.T.R.I.K.E skill or a quote that I find is particularly motivating, moving or useful as a man. You are encouraged to reflect on how this information makes you feel and if you can set an action to implement the ideas within it. Now, go and S.T.R.I.K.E your day!

Thanks mate, most teams I come up against are Man City, PSG, Liverpool and France, odd time United but think that's about it

Oh man, this made me think of DKC 2 which @Findmartin and myself played the absolute crap out of so many years ago. Nice shares @Sir.Arthur! The opening Rare music folled by KRool returns bit is class.

Just feels like years of wasted development its that bad.

Lukaku has to be one of the clumsiest finishers in football history. Tonight along with his Belgium antics at the World Cup, I cannot believe how many clear-cut chances he's blown. City very lucky in the end and Inter played really well but just couldn't find that goal despite having plenty of chances and possession in dangerous areas. Haaland was largely anonymous throughout. They definitely deserved it overall based on their other results but tonight was almost another defeat.

I actually really love the look of this one. Weirdly its getting panned, maybe because people it should be a grand, open world-esque type of game but Prince of Persia has always been a side-scroller and this looks like its a great way to deliver it imo. And I bet it won't be a triple A price too. Thoughts everyone? Plus out on my birthday next year (18th Jan) so it has to be a hit surely? 😁

Apologies for the formatting on the description, I copied it out of my apple notes and tried to make it look sensible but to no avail!

I have kinda mixed feelings with it being a side scroller - on the one hand, at least it's not a bloated open world online service but on the other, it's really lacking ambition especially as most of their games in this franchise are 3D and were once quite regarded. Feels like a step back but it could also be something a bit different than the usual Ubi tripe. This game will probably be out before Skull and Bones too🤣

Thanks! Skyrim

That is seriously good going @Macca89. What teams do they usually pick against you?

Played about 45 minutes so far - it's like a mix of Bloodborne, Dishonored and Bioshock. Has some serious potential and looks fantastic with some truly incredible ambience.

This is quite the update. Good to see a graphics update without a, or much of a, performance hit. Maybe summer isn’t the best time but would be good to get FG together again for this.

Quest 2 has also had a nice price drop - back to £300/350 without the Facebook login requirement. I may grab a 128gb one if it drops below £250 heading into the end of the year.

This is crazy I fully expected this type of time on a superbike but not superstock.

One of the Best Opening

Macca sus

FJX Imperium (Intervention) is gold. Everything is gold, looking forward to what season 4 brings gunwise.

Donkey Kong Country Ost

Finally hit my 50 matches unbeatan on FIFA 23 in online seasons!!! Even smashed my most recent victim 12-1 🤣🤣🤣

The previous post somewhat sours the fact Micheal Dunlop is close to overtaking his uncle with the most wins round the island and in doing so breaks the lap record for the supersport class which are mainly 600cc.

Have the Siege Pistol gold, think the intervention Sniper is the only thing I don't have at least gold. 😎

Nothing to add other than we see the usual comments on social media about banning the the race which does a disservice to the memories of those lost. RIP Raul.