saw you listened to humbug the other day so i’m here to tell you about a few hidden (non-album) arctic monkeys gems even though you didn’t ask<3
1. cigarette smoker fiona off the who the fuck are arctic monkeys? ep. should’ve been on their debut album. she slaps!
2. despair in the departure lounge + no buses off the same ep. i get why these were left off debut but they’re so good
3. bigger boys and stolen sweethearts
4. temptation greets you like your naughty friend. okay this will make you go What the fuck halfway through because it features dizzee rascal, a british rapper, who actually made his own version of the song called temptation. you’ll either really like it or you’ll really hate it but you gotta listen either way
5. the bakery + too much to ask off the fluorescent adolescent ep. especially the bakery is a really really good song that reminds a lot of cornerstone
6. their cover of red right hand
7. catapult
8. stop the world i wanna get off with you + you’re so dark — these are AM era and it shows
sorry for the ramble lol but these really are gems and they’re all on spotify! let me know what you think if you listen to any :,)
hi hi!! i did stumble across their ep’s because i was browsing through their singles & ep’s section on apple music. also, i was asking someone on here the other day why is every single accompanied by other songs and is basically an ep but they said they didn’t know lmao. anyway, i will definitely listen to them dw, and thank you for this, now i know what to expect from certain songs :)
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Smoker Gems
“THAT WOULD BE ALL THANK YOU ALL FOR COMING”. Another day another bites the dust. I thought to myself as lit the cigarette. Sitting on the wooden supply box the scrape surface of it long used. I watch all the backstagger returning all the props back preparing for another performance tomorrow.
Inhaling the familiar strawberry scent, ironic enough that you can taste the smell. I couldn't’ really do anything to help even when I wanted to they have surveillance everywhere, the manager doesn't like it when their Main star help such ‘Peasant’. What a self-entitled women.
I observe closely. THeir movements are in sync, it is a shame the most talented person always played within a role that doesn’t shine their gift. Of course I was thankful to be placed within the main role, but often time Imposter syndrome gets to you when the media expects you to be the selfless icon you made yourself up to be. I hate how much my job depends on that image along with the people Im surround myself with. FUCK THIS SHIT.
I take my napkin out of the pocket on the maid outfits. The designer at least did a great job creating astrology signs. I carefully pressed within the fold and lit it of planning to throw it away as I kept it in my pocket.
I place my hand on my knee as I move forward to myself observing the scenery when someone comes up to me. How…particular. Excited smile, intern I see.
“Hello My name is Fiona Rose and I’ll be your manager from now on. I have to say I'm a big fan of your work…You are far from what I expect”
I grin at the lady. Look like I broke out of character, the stage crew were made enough to not tattletale to any of us. Creepy how the manager just has that sum of money, couldn’t never be greedy when the rick is too high.
“Ahh yes apologize, not exactly expecting to meet any fan. Look like I broke a Bite off you hearti sweety”
“Hahaha non at all, I was surprise. I see you are a smoker, i'm jealous despite being a smoker yourself, you have pretty face”
“Heh lucky genes I guess”
We both laugh it off before silence envelope. I suddenly felt uncomfortable at the gaze, I have face many fan throw even TOMATO how cliche can they be. Wouldn’t want ot make an enemy. I stood walking to the locker room with the manager tailoring behind me as I gather my thing int he locker. Photo and sticky note all the thign I must do in the eye of public. I took off and passed by my shoulder. As I took the head band, Il take of the maid dress at home.
I walk close to the exit, I glance behind me and smirk. Look like today friends tomorrow enemy.
“I’ll be seeing you around, you really are a BIG FAN”
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Stoptober: Doctor's tips on how to quit smoking
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With national campaigns like Go Sober for October kicking off this month, October is officially the perfect time to make a healthy lifestyle change.
Stoptober is a health initiative run by the NHS, encouraging people to quit smoking for good to feel healthier, save money and protect loved ones from second-hand smoke.
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But as any smoker who's quit or tried to quit before, smoking can be a difficult habit to kick.
So what are the facts about smoking and how can you quit successfully?
Here's all of your questions about stopping smoking answered by Dr Fiona Sim, a former GP and Special Advisor to the Royal Society of Public Health.
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Is 'social smoking' as bad as smoking every day?
"The health risks from smoking are related to the amount you smoke, so you are less likely to get ill as a result of an occasional cigarette compared with someone who is a regular smoker.
"But if you are a 'social smoker' you are running the risk of smoking more and becoming addicted to nicotine just like regular smokers.
"So altogether, a better idea is to not smoke at all rather than believing wrongly, that you are safe if you are a 'social smoker.'"
Related:10 self help tips to help stop smoking (Birmingham Mail)
"Choose a date to stop carefully, when you are ready to make a commitment to quitting and feel able to do it.
"Tell people around you that you're quitting and if possible, buddy up with someone and quit together.
"It's also a good idea to get professional advice from your local pharmacist or GP.
"Don't worry if you don't succeed at first - it can take several attempts to quit smoking but the health benefits of becoming a non-smoker mean it is worth stopping however long it takes and at any age.
"If you're pregnant, there are special services to help you quit smoking, not just for your own benefit but for your baby's, who will otherwise be at increased risk of miscarriage, stillbirth or low birth weight as a result of smoking.
"Finally, set yourself a reward for quitting - you'll be able to afford a great prize with the money you'll save by becoming a non-smoker!"
What treatments can help me quit?
"There are several types of treatment available, including nicotine replacement in the form of patches, gum, inhaler, nasal spray, microtablets or lozenges.
"Prescription pills such as Zyban or Champix and e-cigarettes are also good stop-smoking treatments, and e-cigarettes if other treatments haven't worked for you.
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"Try visiting a stop smoking clinic or a pharmacy with a trained assistant so they can help you find the right combination of products most likely to help you."
Can hypnosis stop me craving cigarettes?
"Hypnosis (or hypnotherapy) is a popular treatment for quitting smoking, although the underlying scientific evidence to support it is slim.
"It's not licensed for NHS use for this purpose, although lots of smokers try it and succeed in quitting."
Are e-cigarettes bad for you? Can they help me quit?
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"E-cigarettes are believed by most experts to be a lot safer than smoking tobacco products. Most contain nicotine and so inhaling from an e-cigarette will replace the effect of nicotine in cigarettes, which accounts for their addictiveness.
"So e-cigarettes can help you quit conventional cigarettes and can be especially useful in the early stages of quitting.
"However, because the long-term health effects of vaping are not yet known, the prolonged use of e-cigarettes is not recommended.
"E-cigarettes are not currently recommended for use in pregnancy so it's usually advised you try other treatments."
Vaping more harmful than first feared
Related: "Obesity could overtake smoking as biggest cause of cancer in women, research finds" (EveningStandard)
"Going cold turkey can work but someone trying to quit may find the cravings too much.
"If you do decide to go cold turkey, nicotine will be out of your body in the first week, after which you may well have cravings for a few weeks, and longer for some people.
"Each craving lasts for a few minutes and you'll need to be prepared to cope with them.
"To succeed, you'll need to always say 'no' to these cravings to avoid relapse. The NHS calls this the 'not a single drag' rule."
What happens to your body when you stop smoking?
"As soon as you stop smoking, your body starts to crave nicotine, which is why nicotine replacement products can be helpful.
"It won't be long before the good effects start to kick in, though. You'll enjoy food more because your sense of taste will be improved, your clothes won't smell of stale smoke, that tell-tale cough will disappear and you'll be saving yourself money.
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"Importantly, your risk of things like heart and circulatory diseases, lung cancer and several other cancers and chronic chest disease (COPD) will start to reduce as soon as you stop smoking.
"And if some damage has already been done, quitting at any age help stop things getting worse.
"Because smoking affects appetite, some people put on weight after quitting, so include a healthy eating and exercise plan within your quit smoking plan."
Can smoking affect your mental health, sex drive and sleep?
"Smoking increases anxiety and stress, despite its image as something to relieve stress. Smokers are also more likely to suffer from depression.
"Stopping smoking can therefore improve your mental health and overall wellbeing.
"Smoking can also affect your circulation and with it, the blood supply to a man's penis. So if a man suffers from erectile dysfunction, it can be as a result of smoking and may be cured by quitting.
"Smoking is also known to contribute to infertility, so it is worth both partners quitting if you are trying to conceive."
Source: http://www.msn.com/en-gb/health/mindandbody/stoptober-smoking-how-to-quit-the-cigarettes-according-to-a-doctor/ar-BBNS94P?srcref=rss&ocid=wihrs
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