I'm pretty sure it is a governmental thing, yeah. I'm glad that it resonates. It does help, although I try to put a bit more of a positive spin on things, you know, don't let the public know it's all gone to shit, kind of thing. A bit like a pilot- even if you're plummeting to your untimely death, you don't want to just scream at them over the tannoy
That's useful! I don't know, if I come across anything like that, I'll certainly inform you. That sounds like it might be good viewing.
No, I didn't tell anyone back home, I'm not fucking mental - and yes, I realise that sounds a bit rich coming from the guy telling you you've been kidnapped by an island. I didn't really fancy being sectioned, you know? I just kept my mouth shut, and put it down to a probable mental breakdown. I don't know- I don't think it's common, but it seems to be a recurring thing for a few people here, so maybe it's like shingles.