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  An Observation About Life

  by JamesThomas in

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  being consciously present in this moment of life's expression, being open and meeting with this present moment of reality, being truly with what is actually here without judgments and mental commentary, does not seem to leave much room for beliefs in deities and their shenanigans.

  in fact such imaginings only seem to steal away the vibrant aliveness of here.

  so, perhaps, it is when we are not that much present with the truth of life, right here, right now, and rather lost in mental interpretations that we feel a need to become involved in the drama of gods and religion.

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  codeblue

  Evil, I hope I get the PM soon...still haven't received it. I will read it with much attention...

  Thanks,

  CodeBlue
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  An Observation About Life

  by JamesThomas in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  being consciously present in this moment of life's expression, being open and meeting with this present moment of reality, being truly with what is actually here without judgments and mental commentary, does not seem to leave much room for beliefs in deities and their shenanigans.

  in fact such imaginings only seem to steal away the vibrant aliveness of here.

  so, perhaps, it is when we are not that much present with the truth of life, right here, right now, and rather lost in mental interpretations that we feel a need to become involved in the drama of gods and religion.

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  codeblue

  Poppers and James Thomas,

  Thanks so much for taking the time to answer my question.

  You both make it sound so "easy"....but for me it is a struggle...Maybe it has to do with the JW mindset of always living for what you MIGHT receive in the future.

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  Am I wrong to feel this way

  by stillajwexelder in

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  i am supposed to love being with the brothers at the kh.

  i can not wait to post on this board.

  i prefer the intellectual emotional stimulation of the people on this board.

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  codeblue

  Stilla, there is nothing wrong with how you feel. You have every "right" to enjoy association with people that appreciate you for you and also have their "rose colored glasses removed"...

  I think once we have received the knowledge that the truth(tm) is not truth, it does make it difficult to associate at the KH. Our perspective of life changes greatly!

  I am fading...and haven't been to a meeting in 1.5 years. I don't miss the "judgemental comments" and demeaning labels calling certain ones "spiritually weak".

  I have received healing therapy when I attend the JWD Board meetings! lol...for real!

  Remove that negative tape in your head and replace it with: "I am RIGHT to feel this way!"

  CodeBlue
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  belly button ring...

  by kittyeatzjdubs in

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  ok.....so i went and got my belly button pierced about 3 months ago.

  the stupid girl pierced it with a barbel, instead of a ring...i didn't know it had to be pierced w/ a ring until i got my tatoo a month ago and i was talking to the guy about how my piercing wasn't healing...he said, ''did she pierce it with that barbel?

  ''.....so it's taking forever to heal and it looks kind of nasty sometimes.

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  codeblue

  I never had a problem with my navel healing after pierced. (one exception: I was in a hot tub 3 years later that was heavily chlorinated and it got reinfected!!! I simply went back to the healing practice after piercing and healed just fine!)

  I followed the standard that 4JWY told you.

  Got a large shot glass, half filled with salt mixed the rest with warm water. Placed it right over my navel and laid down for about 5 minutes. Did that twice a day....Salt is very healing!

  Also used the antibacterial soap in the shower and I never touched my ring except while cleaning!!!

  Good advice for you to see a DR.....after 3 months and it is still infected, you might need antibiotics as well. Don't take chances!!!

  Let us know how you are doing, ok?

  CodeBlue
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  An Observation About Life

  by JamesThomas in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  being consciously present in this moment of life's expression, being open and meeting with this present moment of reality, being truly with what is actually here without judgments and mental commentary, does not seem to leave much room for beliefs in deities and their shenanigans.

  in fact such imaginings only seem to steal away the vibrant aliveness of here.

  so, perhaps, it is when we are not that much present with the truth of life, right here, right now, and rather lost in mental interpretations that we feel a need to become involved in the drama of gods and religion.

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  codeblue

  Jst2laws: I have the "Power of Now" and already told JT I stopped halfway and couldn't perceive how to do "it".....lol...don't laugh.... I told him in a previous post how I need to maybe reread that book.

  Evil: GEEZ...give a young flower a break...I need help!!!!!!!!! (lol) for real
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  An Observation About Life

  by JamesThomas in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  being consciously present in this moment of life's expression, being open and meeting with this present moment of reality, being truly with what is actually here without judgments and mental commentary, does not seem to leave much room for beliefs in deities and their shenanigans.

  in fact such imaginings only seem to steal away the vibrant aliveness of here.

  so, perhaps, it is when we are not that much present with the truth of life, right here, right now, and rather lost in mental interpretations that we feel a need to become involved in the drama of gods and religion.

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  codeblue

  Evil: what does it take to get to the "enlightenment process"...can you give me the code!!!!!
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  An Observation About Life

  by JamesThomas in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  being consciously present in this moment of life's expression, being open and meeting with this present moment of reality, being truly with what is actually here without judgments and mental commentary, does not seem to leave much room for beliefs in deities and their shenanigans.

  in fact such imaginings only seem to steal away the vibrant aliveness of here.

  so, perhaps, it is when we are not that much present with the truth of life, right here, right now, and rather lost in mental interpretations that we feel a need to become involved in the drama of gods and religion.

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  codeblue

  bttt
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  An Observation About Life

  by JamesThomas in

  1. jw
  2. friends

  being consciously present in this moment of life's expression, being open and meeting with this present moment of reality, being truly with what is actually here without judgments and mental commentary, does not seem to leave much room for beliefs in deities and their shenanigans.

  in fact such imaginings only seem to steal away the vibrant aliveness of here.

  so, perhaps, it is when we are not that much present with the truth of life, right here, right now, and rather lost in mental interpretations that we feel a need to become involved in the drama of gods and religion.

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  codeblue

  Bem: I second your statement to JT

  James Thomas:

  You truly inspire me. I thoroughly enjoy reading your comments when you post. I wish I could achieve what you have. I even have the "Power of Now"...I must confess, I only read halfway and didn't know how to do what he said!!!

  I wish I had the "peace in life" that you have.........................(sigh)

  I must start that book from the beginning. I truly want to enjoy EACH day.....take it for what it is worth (living responsibly as I always do) and NOT worry about tomorrow.

  I fail to see worrying about "after death"...or even if there are "after death experiences". My logical mind says there are NOT after death experiences, but that may again be tainted by the JW value system I was raised with.

  And as a parent...I couldn't see bringing my kids in a world...make them suffer to go to a better place. Logically, that doesn't make sense!

  I applaud you again, James Thomas..........thank you for your incite!!!

  CodeBlue
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  Do you ever feel invisible?

  by Sassy in

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  sometimes i do.

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  codeblue

  Yes, I have many times.

  Sassy I am so sorry you are feeling this way. Life can surely take a toll on each one of us. I am sorry if I ever made you feel invisible at any time. You are one of the posters here that welcomed me when I first started posting and I really appreciated that

  Sending you many hugs and love ya lots!

  CodeBlue
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  Is it better to just LEAVE or FIGHT?

  by ljwtiamb in

  1. watchtower
  2. beliefs

  although, i have not been victim to the same level of damage from the wts as many of you on this site, i have noticed that it is very difficult to fight such a large entity with deep pockets and passionate (though misled) supporters.. .

  since i am still in the very early stages of leaving/fading, i wonder:.

  i have already spent the vast majority of my life sacrificially serving the interests of this org.

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  codeblue

  Because I am "fading", I chose option #1.

  I don't want to draw any attention to my "fading status".

  Living the rest of my life as happily as I can is a "silent witness" to those that know you. It's really true: "Actions speak louder than words".

  Do what feels right for you though....

  CodeBlue