Such Is Life

[Dutchy]

People are trying to make something out of it that it was never designed for. It can only be used as an educational tool if it creates discussions between parents and kids. it can be partially educational but I fear that some parents will let their kids see it and think thats all they need to do.

[AFLflyer]

Dedja terrible post - imagine if he was your son or brother.. yeah he's cocky no doubt, he also a drug addict who nearlly died numerous times.

punk rooster / dutchy - spot on again!!

[dedja]

I've lost a sister to leukaemia ... no need to lecture me about my morality thank you.

I stand by my comments and you are entitled to yours.

[goraw]

It's interesting to note that watching a documentary about a footballer who uses drugs, a lot of people expected to find "the meaning of life", & when they don't, vent their spleen on the various forums available.
They expect anyone involved with the project, from The Director & Ben Cousins through to the AFL, to provide an answer on an issue, that society in general, has not been able to give.
People feel "cheated" that there was no turning point, no remorse, or no tears- it is a DOCUMENTARY, not a Hollywood scripted tear-jerker with a happy ending.
The only happy ending needed, is the Ben is still alive, & able to fight against the issues he has- or more importantly, get help.
I have a lot of respect for Ben, who has dealt with being demoted, then sacked by his employer, felt the wrath of an embarrassed AFL(who were more concerned about "brand-damage" than the fate of one of their meal-tickets), spent a year without income where he was expected to rehabilitate himself, & worse, judged by media who made it their purpose to cut him back down to size.
He lost his life as he knew it, & fought hard to get it back again- that's where I respect him.

The lesson that should be taken out of the Documentary is- too much (addiction) of anything is bad, & it will catch up with you eventually whether you're young or old, poor or rich.

Don't expect the AFL or Ben Cousins to provide an answer on an issue that is a social problem.

correct weight.

[AFLflyer]

I've lost a sister to leukaemia ... no need to lecture me about my morality thank you.

I stand by my comments and you are entitled to yours.

mate i'm really sorry for your loss! i mean it.
... but I think you have taken my comments the wrong way - play on

[dedja]

Ben Cousins is a selfish tool ... thread now back on track

[Rik E Boy]

Ben Cousins is a selfish tool ... thread now back on track

Spot on. It always is, always has and always will be just about Ben. Overexposed, over commercialised, handle me with care.

regards,

REB

[Footy Smart]

Ben Cousins is a selfish tool ... thread now back on track

Spot on. It always is, always has and always will be just about Ben. Overexposed, over commercialised, handle me with care.

regards,

REB

Clearly Ben has control over the media

[Psyber]

Ben Cousins is a selfish tool ... thread now back on track

Spot on. It always is, always has and always will be just about Ben. Overexposed, over commercialised, handle me with care.
regards,
REB

Clearly Ben has control over the media

Sensation of any sort always has the media under control - the more controversial the better.

[Rik E Boy]

Ben Cousins is a selfish tool ... thread now back on track

Spot on. It always is, always has and always will be just about Ben. Overexposed, over commercialised, handle me with care.

regards,

REB

Clearly Ben has control over the media

You have missed the point most expertly.

regards,

REB

[Old Dog New Tricks]

Ben Cousins is a selfish tool ... thread now back on track

Spot on. It always is, always has and always will be just about Ben. Overexposed, over commercialised, handle me with care.

regards,

REB

Clearly Ben has control over the media

You have missed the point most expertly.

regards,

REB

For a bloke who had little interest if any in the Ben Cousins doco, you have the most to say in this thread. Probably suggests a little about you as well.

[Rik E Boy]

For a bloke who had little interest if any in the Ben Cousins doco, you have the most to say in this thread. Probably suggests a little about you as well.

I apologise most sincerely for supposing I had the right to form my own opinion. BTW, apart from above this is my first post in this topic since page 5.

regards,

REB

[Booney]

For a bloke who had little interest if any in the Ben Cousins doco, you have the most to say in this thread. Probably suggests a little about you as well.

I apologise most sincerely for supposing I had the right to form my own opinion. BTW, apart from above this is my first post in this topic since page 5.

regards,

REB

That Old Dog thinks you're a bloke.....

[White Line Fever]

I still love him.
Go Ben.

[Old Dog New Tricks]

For a bloke who had little interest if any in the Ben Cousins doco, you have the most to say in this thread. Probably suggests a little about you as well.

I apologise most sincerely for supposing I had the right to form my own opinion. BTW, apart from above this is my first post in this topic since page 5.

regards,

REB

No need to apologise REB, I was simply making an observation

[Rik E Boy]

For a bloke who had little interest if any in the Ben Cousins doco, you have the most to say in this thread. Probably suggests a little about you as well.

I apologise most sincerely for supposing I had the right to form my own opinion. BTW, apart from above this is my first post in this topic since page 5.

regards,

REB

No need to apologise REB, I was simply making an observation

And a fine apology it was. Dumb f u c k.

regards,

REB

[Rik E Boy]

That Old Dog thinks you're a bloke.....

Very poor Bart, even for you.

regards,

REB