What's on your mind right now?

[catlovergirl1982]

Happy New Year!

 

I know this post was from last year, but it will soon be New Years again!! Can't believe that 2025 will be starting soon, darn where does the time go?? Lol

[CélineI'mAlive]

Thanks you too!! Happy holidays & also Happy New Years to you as well!!

 

Thanks!!

[Clari]

Got an anniversary email. Omg. 21 years on Celinedionforum.com

Good times!

[CélineI'mAlive]

Got an anniversary email. Omg. 21 years on Celinedionforum.com

Good times!

How nice to see you around here again, Clari!

[puttybuddy]

Happy Holidays! Top Of The World - Carpenters-Cover

[CélineI'mAlive]

Happy Holidays! Top Of The World - Carpenters-Cover

 

Many thanks!! Beautiful video!! Happy holidays for you!!!

Edited December 1, 2025 at 03:51 AM by CélineI'mAlive

[puttybuddy]

I would absolutely love to hear Celine record a country song for todays radio play!  https://youtu.be/AMrB1XG2RaY

Edited May 5, 2026 at 12:58 PM by puttybuddy

[Zoespack]

[TheBobWig]

On 5/5/2026 at 8:57 AM, puttybuddy said:

I would absolutely love to hear Celine record a country song for todays radio play!  https://youtu.be/AMrB1XG2RaY

There's a song I could so hear her doing that was only on an indie album by Sugarland. 

 

https://youtu.be/huytvq7xctk?si=Hr6hvxZTBKvc-WN7

[puttybuddy]

What to do on a rainy day....sing about it! 😊 Please enjoy  https://youtu.be/SceQYPFV_IQ 

 

[celinedion_#1fan]

Hi, guess what Celine Dion Forum, in school I made my school's advanced choir aka Select Choir for next school year.

[CélineI'mAlive]

I’m thinking that here we are, begging for four photos of Céline, with brutal image compression, and at best thirty or forty high-quality photos from her shoots, while other fandoms even have access to master photo archives (Ariana Grande) or hundreds of leaks (Dua Lipa). It’s exhausting being a Céline fan these days. You either listen to her official music or there’s no world beyond that.

Not to mention her terrifying social media and marketing team, where, first of all, they could have done a big comeback with a lot of marketing. Instead, everything has been so quiet—no interviews from Céline or anything.

Also, her marketing team is clumsy—really clumsy. I still remember when they posted unreleased Michael Thompson photos claiming they were from Loved Me Back To Life, and the other day, the 2002 Divas DVD tribute to Tina Turner used highly pixelated, tiny photos, which suggests the team simply searched for images on the internet instead of using the Céline vault…

It makes me think… maybe even their own social media team doesn’t have everything properly organized? As far as I know, Céline’s team is quite disorganized when it comes to the Céline vault, and sadly, Céline herself probably doesn’t really care—maybe she doesn’t even fully understand it.  I’ve seen it with my own eyes, part of it, and I know what I’m talking about.

Edited May 27, 2026 at 12:36 AM by CélineI'mAlive

[Bellamy]

The longest pilot halo I’ve ever seen. It’s over half an hour. I recorded a few minutes.

 

https://b23.tv/APh1t3x

 

[puttybuddy]

Happy Monday! Please enjoy, like or subscribe. Thank you! https://youtu.be/K8eSAygfk0s

[celinedion_#1fan]

I have an addiction to ai chatbots, does anyone have any advice on how to get rid of that addiction?

[drove all night]

On 7/15/2026 at 7:37 AM, celinedion_#1fan said:

I have an addiction to ai chatbots, does anyone have any advice on how to get rid of that addiction?

I've put together some information for you, but, of course, that's just one sight - but I hope one thing or the other might help:

One way to overcome addiction is through behavioral changes.

The first important step is to figure out whether you REALLY want to change. Only this gives you motivation for the first steps, which can be very challenging. Maybe think of is as a very exciting, interesting new project, you are looking forward to explore. Try to put joy in it, not fear. Joy is a huge positive force that can help!

The second is to brainstorm with yourself and find offline activities that can replace your digital ones. Just sit down, take a piece of paper and write down every offline activity which brings you joy (or brought you joy in earlier times). 
Here are a few examples: an offline hobby you used to enjoy, a hobby or ability you always wanted to try out, spending time in nature (hiking, sports), social activities (meeting friends, going to the movies or the theater), reading (try out new authors), learning a musical instrument, painting, sports, crafts, visiting museums, exploring your surroundings (sightseeing), going to a library and researching a topic that interests you, finding volunteer work that feels meaningful to you, doing needlework, learning a new language … just write everything down which comes into your mind.

The next step is to make a plan. But don’t overwhelm yourself right away—maybe start by just taking breaks that you strictly stick to (set a timer on the smartphone - or use an analog one like an egg timer, which you put in another room, so you are forced to stand up, put the smartphone down, to turn off the timer which it peeps). For example, start with five minutes while doing something analog, a few physical exercises, drinking water, eating an apple while looking out of the window, or taking a walk around the house. 

Learning discipline can be hard, so be kind to yourself. If something in your plan doesn’t work out, don’t toss the whole plan, just keep going.

Gradually extend your screen-free time—for example, by one minute each day. 

Schedule analog activities in your calendar with specific times and stick to them, just as you would with your screen-free time—for example, by turning off your smartphone at the same time every day.

In general there are three phases to implement new activities in the brain - consistent / daily repetition during this period is crucial:
In the first phase the brain needs around of 20 days to get used to a new activity - this need the most discipline. 
This is followed by the so called "anchoring phase" where activities gradually become automated routine and requires less energy. That can last up to approx. 8 weeks
After that follows the "stabilization phase" (up to 12 weeks), where those new learned activities start to permanently prevent relapses and maintain the behavior even in stressful situations,.

Can be overwhelming to read about this, so I would recommend to start small, for example, with a week where you consciously schedule 5-minute breaks and try to stick to them every day.
If that works, extend the breaks to 10 minutes the following week, for example.
Then, in the next week, extend the breaks daily: first break 10 minutes, second break 15 minutes, and so on. Listen to your inner voice to figure out what feels good and doesn't causes overwhelming stress. 

However, if your own strategies don't help, I would definitely advise you to seek outside help from a psychotherapist. The reasons for addiction are varied, but it’s always worth exploring the root cause. 

Gideon Gruber, an Austrian psychotherapist who is specialized in addiction, wrote: “There is a chance for change. Those who break free from online addiction regain freedom, closeness, and a zest for life. Digital addiction robs you of time and energy. Every step away from it means more self-determination and inner freedom. Breaking old patterns strengthens self-confidence and opens up new perspectives. There is more time for relationships, hobbies, and personal development. Without constant distraction, genuine connection reemerges—closeness, trust, and interest in others. Less screen time brings more clarity, motivation, and satisfaction to everyday life.”

I wish you all the best on that journey. And I recommend you additional teacher of self-love and all-time-motivators: Louise Hay. She's written countless books and in case you don't know her I recommend you her movie. It's about healing your life and how positive affirmations work. 

And here's an interview with her of 2012 where she explained affirmations and the power of your own thoughts:

 

Edited July 15, 2026 at 02:16 PM by drove all night
Forgot something.

[celinedion_#1fan]

Thanks for the advice, here is what I am doing in real-life, my parents are making me ask them to use ai or else stay off of it and tell them what I am talking about with ai and that reduces my time using it, but in school some classes are requiring me to use ai for educational purposes or for a project while some ban the use of ai completely while some just allow it to help students brainstorm ideas and also my parents are monitoring what I do online.

On 7/15/2026 at 7:01 AM, drove all night said:

I've put together some information for you, but, of course, that's just one sight - but I hope one thing or the other might help:

One way to overcome addiction is through behavioral changes.

The first important step is to figure out whether you REALLY want to change. Only this gives you motivation for the first steps, which can be very challenging. Maybe think of is as a very exciting, interesting new project, you are looking forward to explore. Try to put joy in it, not fear. Joy is a huge positive force that can help!

The second is to brainstorm with yourself and find offline activities that can replace your digital ones. Just sit down, take a piece of paper and write down every offline activity which brings you joy (or brought you joy in earlier times). 
Here are a few examples: an offline hobby you used to enjoy, a hobby or ability you always wanted to try out, spending time in nature (hiking, sports), social activities (meeting friends, going to the movies or the theater), reading (try out new authors), learning a musical instrument, painting, sports, crafts, visiting museums, exploring your surroundings (sightseeing), going to a library and researching a topic that interests you, finding volunteer work that feels meaningful to you, doing needlework, learning a new language … just write everything down which comes into your mind.

The next step is to make a plan. But don’t overwhelm yourself right away—maybe start by just taking breaks that you strictly stick to (set a timer on the smartphone - or use an analog one like an egg timer, which you put in another room, so you are forced to stand up, put the smartphone down, to turn off the timer which it peeps). For example, start with five minutes while doing something analog, a few physical exercises, drinking water, eating an apple while looking out of the window, or taking a walk around the house. 

Learning discipline can be hard, so be kind to yourself. If something in your plan doesn’t work out, don’t toss the whole plan, just keep going.

Gradually extend your screen-free time—for example, by one minute each day. 

Schedule analog activities in your calendar with specific times and stick to them, just as you would with your screen-free time—for example, by turning off your smartphone at the same time every day.

In general there are three phases to implement new activities in the brain - consistent / daily repetition during this period is crucial:
In the first phase the brain needs around of 20 days to get used to a new activity - this need the most discipline. 
This is followed by the so called "anchoring phase" where activities gradually become automated routine and requires less energy. That can last up to approx. 8 weeks
After that follows the "stabilization phase" (up to 12 weeks), where those new learned activities start to permanently prevent relapses and maintain the behavior even in stressful situations,.

Can be overwhelming to read about this, so I would recommend to start small, for example, with a week where you consciously schedule 5-minute breaks and try to stick to them every day.
If that works, extend the breaks to 10 minutes the following week, for example.
Then, in the next week, extend the breaks daily: first break 10 minutes, second break 15 minutes, and so on. Listen to your inner voice to figure out what feels good and doesn't causes overwhelming stress. 

However, if your own strategies don't help, I would definitely advise you to seek outside help from a psychotherapist. The reasons for addiction are varied, but it’s always worth exploring the root cause. 

Gideon Gruber, an Austrian psychotherapist who is specialized in addiction, wrote: “There is a chance for change. Those who break free from online addiction regain freedom, closeness, and a zest for life. Digital addiction robs you of time and energy. Every step away from it means more self-determination and inner freedom. Breaking old patterns strengthens self-confidence and opens up new perspectives. There is more time for relationships, hobbies, and personal development. Without constant distraction, genuine connection reemerges—closeness, trust, and interest in others. Less screen time brings more clarity, motivation, and satisfaction to everyday life.”

I wish you all the best on that journey. And I recommend you additional teacher of self-love and all-time-motivators: Louise Hay. She's written countless books and in case you don't know her I recommend you her movie. It's about healing your life and how positive affirmations work. 

And here's an interview with her of 2012 where she explained affirmations and the power of your own thoughts:

 

Thanks for the advice

[drove all night]

On 7/16/2026 at 3:18 AM, celinedion_#1fan said:

Thanks for the advice, here is what I am doing in real-life, my parents are making me ask them to use ai or else stay off of it and tell them what I am talking about with ai and that reduces my time using it, but in school some classes are requiring me to use ai for educational purposes or for a project while some ban the use of ai completely while some just allow it to help students brainstorm ideas and also my parents are monitoring what I do online.

Thanks for the advice

That's good that your parents take care of you and the are aware of the danger inherent of AI! Does your school also inform about the danger or that not everything should believe what AI presents, as if it was correct (in fact is false)?
And where's the addiction? Are you still using AI secretly? The problem with prohibitions is, that it make them very tempting. 

Edited July 16, 2026 at 08:23 AM by drove all night

[celinedion_#1fan]

It informs me on how to use ai ethically and it says that not everything that ai says should be believed and I am not using ai secretly and I am following my parent's rules.

On 7/16/2026 at 1:20 AM, drove all night said:

That's good that your parents take care of you and the are aware of the danger inherent of AI! Does your school also inform about the danger or that not everything should believe what AI presents, as if it was correct (in fact is false)?
And where's the addiction? Are you still using AI secretly? The problem with prohibitions is, that it make them very tempting. 

 

[drove all night]

On 7/16/2026 at 8:16 PM, celinedion_#1fan said:

It informs me on how to use ai ethically and it says that not everything that ai says should be believed and I am not using ai secretly and I am following my parent's rules.

 

So where's the addiction?

 

[celinedion_#1fan]

I am weaning off the addiction and eventually kick it entirely.

[puttybuddy]

Any Kenny Chesney fans here?? Really good singer! https://youtu.be/qfPdTq5Nxc0