Inner Awakening: Breaking the Chains of My Personal Curse

This is my curse. It is a burden that I carry with me every day. It weighs me down and makes it difficult for me to live a normal life. It is something that I cannot escape from, no matter how hard I try. My curse is my uncontrollable emotions. I feel things so deeply and intensely that it is overwhelming.

Solution? First Clue? Let it run and toe tap the foot peddle to the RIGHT. If it stops it is probably the following.
Pulled the peddle again and with close inspection, the black spring loaded arm had formed a tiny DENT in the plastic so when released by foot flushing it reset into the dent and that was not far enough to turn it off!! Took an exacto knife and shaved the dent smooth inside the foot peddle. Then lubed it and walla. Not running anymore. If it ever does again, I will add to this.

Every 10-13 months, the ball valve would seem to get sticky, and gradually not want to close, with the water sometimes continuing to run in a small trickle. This past week while camping and hooked up to water supply we suddenly found water on the floor out into the entry way luckily caught before it got to the rug in the living area.

I feel things so deeply and intensely that it is overwhelming. It is like a storm raging inside of me, with no hope of calm or peace. I can go from extreme happiness to crippling sadness in a matter of moments.

Aqua magicv i

We have an Aqua Magic V - Low profile - foot pedal; last year the blade/ball in the bowl started sticking intermittently - a few more steps on the foot lever would usually "unstick" it. We bought a Thetford toilet seal product to reduce this issue and it seemed to work for a while.

This past week while camping (and hooked up to water supply) we suddenly found water on the floor out into the entry way (luckily caught before it got to the rug in the living area!) The blade/ball in the bowl was closed and the bowl filled with fresh (clean thankfully!) water and overflowed. On inspection we found that although the blade/ball in the bowl was closed, the water continued to "trickle" in. A few more steps on the peddle and we were able to stop the flow. until that one final time - water wasn't coming into the bowl so I used the hand sprayer and found we had much better pressure. The next time I went to flush the sprayer activated all on it's own and I got soaked! Several tries to shut it off failed and we had to shut off the water outside.

We called a mobile RV repair service man and he came out and capped the water supply to the toilet so we could at least have running water in the rig and we used a gallon jug to "flush" the toilet. He didn't have the correct part and was going to get the right part and come back the next day. He called the next morning (Thursday) and said he had to order it, but we never heard from him again - he knew we were leaving on Sunday so perhaps he couldn't get it in time however he could have at least called to tell us that ( alas another story line. I digress)

Using our Thetford Manual, I have been able to determine the part number and found the item on Amazon - my question is as follows:

Is this an easy do-it-yourself task? (We are handy) It seems to be straightforward assuming it is the water module. We will also check the link to the flush mechanism to insure that spring is working correctly and lube up the foot pedal while in there. Is there anything else we should look for?

iRV2.com RV Community - Are you about to start a new improvement on your RV or need some help with some maintenance? Do you need advice on what products to buy? Or maybe you can give others some advice? No matter where you fit in you'll find that iRV2 is a great community to join. Best of all it's totally FREE!

You are currently viewing our boards as a guest so you have limited access to our community. Please take the time to register and you will gain a lot of great new features including; the ability to participate in discussions, network with other RV owners, see fewer ads, upload photographs, create an RV blog, send private messages and so much, much more!

When I took apart my Aqua Magic to reseal it the water valve came apart in the process-the roll pin holding the valve together rusted in half. Thetford heads are quite simple, you can replace all the seals and the water valve for under $50 and a couple hours time.

Had the same problem on our Thetford Style II. Every 10-13 months, the ball valve would seem to get sticky, and gradually not want to close, with the water sometimes continuing to run in a small trickle. Replaced the water valve ($15 kit on Amazon) and problem would go away for another 10-13 months, then repeat. After 6 years of full timer use, the ball valve seal started leaking, so I decided, good time to replace the whole toilet ($160 on Amazon). All works much better with the new toilet, now I suspect the original may have had some sort of defect where the water valve mounted, that caused it to malfunction periodically.

__________________
2010 Journey 39n - 2017 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk - 13 years full timing, travelling from summer in the Pacific NW, to the extreme south of Texas for the winter.

Was driving my constant curiosity on why it would keep running and then not for quite a while. Was it after calling Thetford Help

Water Pressure too low?
Parts recommended to replace, but had not ordered yet.
Lubed the seal and ball joint to slide easier.
Snapped the peddle off and all looked good and worked by hand perfectly.
Greased the inside of the peddle where the spring arm goes into the peddle.
And it then flooded my hardwood floor and now it in buckled up in joints, argggg.

Solution? First Clue? Let it run and toe tap the foot peddle to the RIGHT. If it stops it is probably the following.
Pulled the peddle again and with close inspection, the black spring loaded arm had formed a tiny DENT in the plastic so when released by foot flushing it reset into the dent and that was not far enough to turn it off!! Took an exacto knife and shaved the dent smooth inside the foot peddle. Then lubed it and walla. Not running anymore. If it ever does again, I will add to this.

iRV2.com RV Community - Are you about to start a new improvement on your RV or need some help with some maintenance? Do you need advice on what products to buy? Or maybe you can give others some advice? No matter where you fit in you'll find that iRV2 is a great community to join. Best of all it's totally FREE!

It feels like I am constantly on an emotional rollercoaster. This curse has made it difficult for me to form meaningful relationships. People are often scared off by my intense emotions and the unpredictability that comes with them. I feel like I am always walking on eggshells, trying not to let my emotions get the best of me. It is exhausting. Not only do my emotions affect my relationships, but they also have a negative impact on my mental and physical health. I often feel overwhelmed and anxious, unable to control my racing thoughts. The constant ups and downs take a toll on my body, leaving me physically exhausted. I have tried various methods to try and control my emotions, but none have been successful. Therapy, medication, and mindfulness practices have all provided some relief, but the curse still remains. It feels as though it is ingrained in my very being, impossible to escape. However, despite the challenges that come with my curse, I have also learned to see the beauty in it. My intense emotions allow me to experience life in a unique and powerful way. I can feel joy and love with an intensity that is unmatched. I have a deep empathy for others and a strong connection to the world around me. So, while my curse may be difficult to bear at times, it is also a part of what makes me who I am. It is a reminder that life is not always easy, but it is still worth living. I may be cursed, but I am also blessed with the ability to feel so deeply. And for that, I am grateful..

Reviews for "Escaping the Curse of Self-Pity: Cultivating Gratitude in Difficult Times"

1. Emma - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "This is my curse". The plot was weak and predictable, and the characters lacked depth and development. The pacing of the story was slow, and it felt like nothing significant was happening for most of the book. I also found the writing style to be dull and uninspiring. Overall, I didn't enjoy the reading experience and wouldn't recommend it.

2. Michael - 1 star - "This is my curse" was a complete waste of time. The story was confusing and convoluted, with too many subplots that didn't add anything to the overall narrative. The dialogue was awkward and unrealistic, making it difficult to connect with any of the characters. There were also glaring inconsistencies and plot holes that further detracted from the reading experience. I regret picking up this book and would advise others to steer clear of it.

3. Sarah - 2 stars - I struggled to get through "This is my curse". The writing was overly descriptive, bogging down the story and making it hard to maintain interest. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked relatability. The romance felt forced and lacked chemistry. I was hoping for a gripping and captivating read, but unfortunately, this book fell short of my expectations. It just didn't engage me emotionally or intellectually.

4. John - 2 stars - "This is my curse" had a promising premise, but it failed to deliver. The pacing was inconsistent, with moments of action followed by long stretches of tedious exposition. The world-building was lacking, leaving many unanswered questions about the setting and its rules. The ending felt rushed and unresolved, leaving me feeling unsatisfied. Overall, there were too many flaws in the execution of this story for me to fully enjoy it.

Cursed with Addiction: Finding Sobriety and Hope