Thearg Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 Unfortunately that's quite normal where you are,try not to take it personally too much but yeah people can be quite inconsiderate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windy_miller Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 Are you camping on your own? If so, I'd seriously consider moving to one of the more chilled out areas - but not until you've visited the medical tent. Definitely this. If you are surrounded by idiots, then I would move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalifire Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 (edited) Mate, do you have your phone on you? Give me a text. I've pm'd you my number. Let's have a chat and a pint. If I shift my tent slightly and yours is small, you can camp with me if you like. I'm next to a lovely community of young greens just up from where you are at Pennards. They'll give you a hug, a shoulder to cry on and a cup of tea. This place is huge. It can be overwhelming and all a 'bit much'. So much hype, so much expectation on yourself to enjoy it. It's ok that you're not but don't resign yourself to that. If you're not inclined to do any of the above, please take yourself to the healing fields. There are some lovely, lovely people you can talk to there. They'll listen, they'll understand and they'll help. If all else fails, get yourself a few drinks and instead of pressuring yourself to enjoy everything, go and be sad up at Green Futures where there's a lovely gently acoustic sound flowing all afternoon. Also, come to the meet if you feel up to it. It'll be alright, mate. Go easy on yourself and try to relax. Edited June 24, 2015 by kalifire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
windy_miller Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 Mate, do you have your phone on you? Give me a call. 07542221288. Let's have a chat and a pint. If I shift my tent slightly and yours is small, you can camp with me if you like. I'm next to a lovely community of young greens just up from where you are at Pennards. They'll give you a hug, a shoulder to cry on and a cup of tea. This place is huge. It can be overwhelming and all a 'bit much'. So much hype, so much expectation on yourself to enjoy it. It's ok that you're not but don't resign yourself to that. If you're not inclined to do any of the above, please take yourself to the healing fields. There are some lovely, lovely people you can talk to there. They'll listen, they'll understand and they'll help. If all else fails, get yourself a few drinks and instead of pressuring yourself to enjoy everything, go and be sad up at Green Futures where there's a lovely gently acoustic sound flowing all afternoon. Also, come to the meet if you feel up to it. It'll be alright, mate. Go easy on yourself and try to relax. Well that is one of the loveliest posts I have seen on these boards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jparx Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 Mate, do you have your phone on you? Give me a call. 07542221288. Let's have a chat and a pint. If I shift my tent slightly and yours is small, you can camp with me if you like. I'm next to a lovely community of young greens just up from where you are at Pennards. They'll give you a hug, a shoulder to cry on and a cup of tea. This place is huge. It can be overwhelming and all a 'bit much'. So much hype, so much expectation on yourself to enjoy it. It's ok that you're not but don't resign yourself to that. If you're not inclined to do any of the above, please take yourself to the healing fields. There are some lovely, lovely people you can talk to there. They'll listen, they'll understand and they'll help. If all else fails, get yourself a few drinks and instead of pressuring yourself to enjoy everything, go and be sad up at Green Futures where there's a lovely gently acoustic sound flowing all afternoon. Also, come to the meet if you feel up to it. It'll be alright, mate. Go easy on yourself and try to relax. You're a hero! THIS is what the festival is all about. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartbert two hats Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 Well that is one of the loveliest posts I have seen on these boards This. I've run out of upvotes for now, but will be sending one Kalifire's way as soon as I can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teddington Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 Well that is one of the loveliest posts I have seen on these boards +1 Hope you take some of the advice on here and it works out for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdSideofthePillow Posted June 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 I just feel uber emotional at the moment mate - to add insult to injury my shoulders have taken a battering from being a twat and walking from gate A to oxylers and not camping closer to Gate A, the thought of carrying my gear somewhere again fills me with dread but to camp somewhere quiet does appeal to me greatly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thearg Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 Nice one Kalifire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdSideofthePillow Posted June 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 I'm not ungrateful - I just don't want to impose on anybody for anything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teddington Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 (edited) I just feel uber emotional at the moment mate - to add insult to injury my shoulders have taken a battering from being a twat and walking from gate A to oxylers and not camping closer to Gate A, the thought of carrying my gear somewhere again fills me with dread but to camp somewhere quiet does appeal to me greatly. That's understandable. So here's what you do. You think to yourself "This is hell, utter bollocks, worst thing I have EVER done, it's all going to end in tears". Really give it to yourself. Then you take a deep breath and think "Bollocks to it, I will give it a go" There has been a lot of good advice on this thread. Do whatever you feel is right for YOU. No pressure on yourself, if it's shit then hey, you expect it to be. I am 99% certain though that it won't be. Enjoy your Glasto. Edited June 24, 2015 by Teddington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuartbert two hats Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 I'm not ungrateful - I just don't want to impose on anybody for anything I'd at least give him a ring and take it from there, if I've learnt anything over the last couple of years on here, it's that Kalifire is one of the good 'uns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balti-pie Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 Coldsideofthepillow - have a good long drink, get some decent food and raise your BM a bit. Then a nice sitdown in the shade and people watch for a while. Recharge those batteries. Maybe have a bit of shuteye. Then either contact Kalifire (Kalifire, you're a good'un) or move your things over to behind the JP tent where it's a bit quieter. If you're surrounded by knobheads, then move! It'll get better, I promise you that. Have a brilliant time, and don't rush around. Take your time over things. There's lots of cool people around! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dingbat2 Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 If I were you, I would definately take your tent down now (after drinking lots of water and visiting the medical tent), then head to a much quieter field, around Pylon for example, there will be loads of space there, you might even some of the field to yourself,if you needs some sleep). The fields to the far west, near gate A are much quieter (some parts might even be in the shade) and you will have a lot of room to chill out. Oxlyers is a bit mad if you haven't been to Glasto before, more suited to people who want to party all night and be around their mates. Tomorrow more people will arrive, a more quieter and chilled out bunch than you've probably got in Oxlyers, and it will give you time to catch up on some sleep tonight. I might see you there, I dont get to Pylon until the middle of Thursday afternoon If you want to have a quiet time and wander round a bit I would head to the Greenfields or the area above the park. really nice and quiet place to just sit around sipping a beer or two. You dont need to talk to anyone if you dont want to, but if you do there will plenty to chat to, and they will be chilled out. I wouldnt venture to the SE corner / Shangri La tonight, you sound overwhelmed and exhausted so probably need to recharge your batteries today, and see how you fell tomorrow I really hope you stay and end up having a fantastic time. I am sure you will if you find the right field to camp in an stick it out the night. Everyone finds Glasto overwhelming and daunting initially, especially if you are camping on your own I have my fingers crossed for you my friend, I hope it works out for you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bisque Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 I'll be there tomorrow. We could meet up & look at all the girls in short denim shorts, get a Growler, grab a few tinnies & chill out by the Glade for a bit. That would cheer you up no end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
efcfanwirral Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 (edited) It's so normal, you'd be amazed. I've seen it happen to so many people over the years. The pressure to enjoy every second of 'the best party on earth' can be so intense, and then you get there and it's hot, you're tired and burnt and all the advice involves walking for miles when you just want to sleep. It's ok. You'll be ok, I promise. Just give yourself permission to feel shitty. It's ok. This is so so important - we set up at 12, gf isn't feeling too great and it was so hot waiting / carrying / setting up - all we've done is sit, have a smoothie, a quick walk for some food (a quick pint for me) and now I've just had an hour nap and promised her I wouldn't wake her up til she's had two. It's not exactly rock and roll but today is a bonus day, like a holiday from the real world rather than part of the festival. Take it at your own pace and try not to feel any pressure Another question for you- what bands are you most looking forward to? also I'd agree with moving, though maybe tomorrow not today if you feel shit! Edited June 24, 2015 by efcfanwirral Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newtoit Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 the thought of carrying my gear somewhere again fills me with dread but to camp somewhere quiet does appeal to me greatly. I completely get this, but if you can get yourself to a better place location wise, I expect you'll get yourself to a better place in every other since tooMate, do you have your phone on you? Give me a text. I've pm'd you my number. Let's have a chat and a pint. If I shift my tent slightly and yours is small, you can camp with me if you like. I'm next to a lovely community of young greens just up from where you are at Pennards. They'll give you a hug, a shoulder to cry on and a cup of tea. This place is huge. It can be overwhelming and all a 'bit much'. So much hype, so much expectation on yourself to enjoy it. It's ok that you're not but don't resign yourself to that. If you're not inclined to do any of the above, please take yourself to the healing fields. There are some lovely, lovely people you can talk to there. They'll listen, they'll understand and they'll help. If all else fails, get yourself a few drinks and instead of pressuring yourself to enjoy everything, go and be sad up at Green Futures where there's a lovely gently acoustic sound flowing all afternoon. Also, come to the meet if you feel up to it. It'll be alright, mate. Go easy on yourself and try to relax. Such a wonderful post! There are far more great people like this at Glastonbury than the numpties your camped by. I think people underestimate just how BIG Glastonbury is and I guess that can be overwhelming. Hope you are OK. Def find the company on offer or at least get to the medical tent All the best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCor Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 I was going to suggest can some locate this guy and help him out? Sounds like Kalifire is on the case. I'm sure you won't be imposing. How about you send your number to one of us and we can perhaps arrange someone to visit you and bring you some water etc & give you a hand with your things? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColdSideofthePillow Posted June 24, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 I'm taking my tent down now but bloody hell it never packs up the way it was, 3 bags to carry now. I feel like I'm having a panic attack Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jparx Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 (edited) I really would take someone up on their offer. There are some really awesome people on here and you could end up making a great friend! Just being able to talk to someone face to face who understands what you're going through will really help I should imagine. Edited June 24, 2015 by jparx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newtoit Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 I feel like I'm having a panic attack I'm not on site yet or I'd be happy to lend a hand. If its any consolation / comfort there are people here who are concerned about you and wanting to help. Take a minute to get your breath, and just pack up one small item at a time - don't try and think of getting it all together immediately. Little steps How about you take up the offer made by McCor? Take care Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCor Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 I think someone is going to meet him now. I'll be there tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jparx Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 That's good news. Hopefully it all works out for the best. I'm sure a change of location, some water and a friendly face will do the trick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aragorn Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 Get upto the farm where there is a proper medical facility asap. Sunstroke is not to messed with. They will make you feel much better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yoghurt on a Stick Posted June 24, 2015 Report Share Posted June 24, 2015 @ColdSideofthePillow Just wanted to wish you all the best. Hopefully you'll be at the efests meet now. Hang on in there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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