Meeting Quality People

mikepence

I wanted to put this out to this community in general, although I know that there are no easy answers.

Growing up a JW, it is difficult to not be somewhat socially retarded. Your social circle is prescribed, and widening out beyond the small group of the congregation is frowned on. Even 'excessive' association wiht neighboring congregations is frowned on.

The biggest challenge I have encountered as an ex-JW is this: How do you find quality people to befriend and associate with?

We started getting into some non-specific spirituality type workshops and book groups (Unity church, "Conversation With God", "A Course in Miracles") and found some really nice people. A little New Agey-flaky, but nice people.

So...er...any tips on where to find intelligent, fun, educated people (who are typically areligious)?

openminded

Take a night class at your local universtiy in a subject that interests you(religion, philosophy, sociology). I guarantee will at the very least, you can get networked in through the professor with quality people who are interested in things you are. om

mikepence

Thanks, om...

I have registered for a Drawing class at ASU. Part of my reason for signing up for the class was hoping to find some cool people.

We homeschool our kids, and I have been hanging out on some of the local homeschooling mail lists. But, homeschoolers in general are very, very conservative.

We are far from conservative.

Mike

Nat

Also Mike, you might think about your neighbors! We live out in the country in the south. We are new to the area also. We've met some really nice people and have some really great neighbors! =:o)

mikepence

Neighbors are why we moved to a 3 acre desert ranch, away from the crazy subdivisions of Phoenix.

detective

Look into adult education programs in your area. They are often cheaper than university programs and are good sources for exploring new hobbies. Most offer cooking classes, wine tasting programs, dance classes, photography classes etc.

mikepence

Good ideas. Thanks.

There are glass blowing, and potter classes near where we live. That would be a great place to start. And, the local coffee bar has a poetry reading night.

Why aren't there personal ads for families?

"Attractive, non-religious hetero family of 4 looking for liberal family to party with. Enjoy hikes in the mountains, alternative music, and just hanging around..."

orangefatcat

My husband and I belong to the local legion and they have some great activities, we play darts and have tourneys and cards. You do not have to be a legion member to enjoy these activities. We have made some real nice friends. If you go to the Library they also have some interesting things going on, different lecturers, you can meet nice people. Or I have found out from the past that being a volunteer in a hospital opens a door to meeting nice people and at the same time you get satisfaction o meeting amazing patients from many walks of life.

PROCRASTINATION IS THE THIEF OF TIME !!

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