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Scroll down a little bit. Moshe has it posted.
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Ricky Gervais: Why Im an Atheist
by moshe inhttp://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2010/12/19/a-holiday-message-from-ricky-gervais-why-im-an-atheist/.
ricky gervais is the writer and star of hbos ricky gervais out of england 2: the stand-up special.
to go to his website click here.. why dont you believe in god?
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Ricky Gervais: Why Im an Atheist
by moshe inhttp://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2010/12/19/a-holiday-message-from-ricky-gervais-why-im-an-atheist/.
ricky gervais is the writer and star of hbos ricky gervais out of england 2: the stand-up special.
to go to his website click here.. why dont you believe in god?
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new light
This is yet another sad case of throwing out the baby with the bath water, IMO. So many intelligent people cheat themselves of their full potential by throwing away their connection with "the force" just because they have transcended religion and superstition.
I agree with a lot of what Ricky says....I do not live by some rigid code of rules and think that dogma is foolish and limiting, if not outright dangerous. I am a dyed in the wool skeptic that believes nothing on blind faith. I consider the Bible to be a book of ancient Jewish myth that has been used to enslave billions of people. And at the risk of sounding like a complete crackpot, I will tell you that "God" has revealed itself in my life in ways I can not logically deny.
Who really cares what some sparkless depressive like RG has to say on matters of spirit anyway? I would never want to be like him.
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Anybody else drink too much alcohol and want to stop?
by new light ini have been drinking heavily my entire adult life with the exception of about two very happy years and i feel it is now time to try and put it down (again).
it's hard, though, as there is no one to impress except myself.
last time i quit, at least i worked with some sober people whom i found much more relatable with a clear mind and that provided at least a little more inspiration to continue.
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Thanks for your story Florida Perry, and welcome to the board. I am starting to wonder if my godlessness is/was just a product of being drunk all the time. We shall see.
Your story sounded a lot like my own experience, and I can see the wisdom in not counting days. It seems like a recipe for "rewarding" myself after a good stretch. I like your philosophy of just not being a drinker. I was at that point 2 or 3 quits ago, but convinced myself I was a moderate drinker and messed it all up. Live and learn.
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Anybody else drink too much alcohol and want to stop?
by new light ini have been drinking heavily my entire adult life with the exception of about two very happy years and i feel it is now time to try and put it down (again).
it's hard, though, as there is no one to impress except myself.
last time i quit, at least i worked with some sober people whom i found much more relatable with a clear mind and that provided at least a little more inspiration to continue.
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Good for your friend! Sounds like he beat one hell of a habit!
I will be hopping on the bicycle later, curious to see how it feels without sweating out the "night before".
Thanks dude.
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Just need to get some things off my chest.
by Alan_56 inwell, its been a while since i last posted just need to get something off my chest.
everything seems to be coming down on me all at once like rain.
next month i'll be 18 years old(yay!
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Good for you knowing the truth at a young age. Are you baptized? If not, you can probably "drift away" and at least have an OK relationship with your parents. If you did get dunked, things are trickier, as I am sure you know.
It sounds like you have your head on straight, and you know the road ahead will have difficulties. I would avoid saying anything about not wanting to be a witness, as this forces your family to play hardball or lose face. Do what you need to do regarding your own life and future with confidence, but act ambiguous about the religion. Don't give anyone a reason to shun you. There is no need to lose your family to their ridiculous set of "values". Good luck, sir. This forum is here for you.
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Prayer & Good vibes needed for our Dear Rabbit JWD/N member
by FlyingHighNow inhe is undergoing very serious brain surgery today.
pray for him and his beautiful mrs. rabbit.
both them are seriously ill and it's not easy for them..
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new light
Good vibes.
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Anybody else drink too much alcohol and want to stop?
by new light ini have been drinking heavily my entire adult life with the exception of about two very happy years and i feel it is now time to try and put it down (again).
it's hard, though, as there is no one to impress except myself.
last time i quit, at least i worked with some sober people whom i found much more relatable with a clear mind and that provided at least a little more inspiration to continue.
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Badco--You're hardcore, man! I went through alcohol and drug education and some AA because of a DUI, and you are absolutely right. You have to want to stop in the first place. And wow...morphine? Meth? I'm glad you picked yourself up out of that mud puddle. About finding a hobby...I agree completely. In fact, mountain climbing is one of my favorite things to do and would be awesome if there were any within a normal drive from here in Durham, NC. I will live near them again someday.
I have had no passion for anything in years, and now, with a little sober time, the old lust for life is returning. The feeling of actually wanting to do something positive and look people in the eye is amazing. I have learned this lesson so many times, been reborn over and over again only to fall back to the drink after a few days. I need to stay engaged this time.
Elder-Schmelder--lol. I noticed Jim Gaffigan is your avatar. One of my favorite comedians. "Oh..you don't eat mayonnaise? Are you addicted to mayonnaise?"
JeffT--Congratulations on your sobriety. Thank you for the good advice and your offer.
Finally-Free--Sounds like we both need some positive influences to combat the old "fukitall" factor. It is a monster.
Wobble---Thank you for your encouraging words and pledge of support. It is good to know people care.
So I am entering day 3 without a drink. Sadly, in my world, this is something of an accomplishment, and I feel better than I have in years. I have been through this time and time again and "return to the vomit" every time within a few days, but this time feels a little different. That old prideful thought that I can "have one or two" is quieter this time. I am an alcoholic, and have known this for many years, but I am really comfortable with that statement this time. It feels good to admit that I am licked. I have tried every which way to be a moderate drinker and I simply cannot do it. One drink, even all by itself with a night of sleep afterward, ALWAYS leads to chronic abuse and soon soul sickness. I can't waste anymore of my life this way.
Thank you to everyone for your support so far.
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Anybody else drink too much alcohol and want to stop?
by new light ini have been drinking heavily my entire adult life with the exception of about two very happy years and i feel it is now time to try and put it down (again).
it's hard, though, as there is no one to impress except myself.
last time i quit, at least i worked with some sober people whom i found much more relatable with a clear mind and that provided at least a little more inspiration to continue.
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Of course! AA! Thank you Designs and Zoiks. That sounds like exactly the extra support needed.
Quando--I know what you mean about starting back up for other people. Last time I quit, I became VERY irritable, and part of the reason for drinking was to be a nicer person to those around me, or at least that is what the addiction told me. It IS time for the me attitude. A short fuse for a few days is a small price to pay for the bigger reward. Maybe I can remember that this time.
Great responses so far. Thank you.
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Anybody else drink too much alcohol and want to stop?
by new light ini have been drinking heavily my entire adult life with the exception of about two very happy years and i feel it is now time to try and put it down (again).
it's hard, though, as there is no one to impress except myself.
last time i quit, at least i worked with some sober people whom i found much more relatable with a clear mind and that provided at least a little more inspiration to continue.
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I have been drinking heavily my entire adult life with the exception of about two very happy years and I feel it is now time to try and put it down (again).
It's hard, though, as there is no one to impress except myself. Last time I quit, at least I worked with some sober people whom I found much more relatable with a clear mind and that provided at least a little more inspiration to continue. Also, I was single, so the self improvement was pushed along by the urge to merge, if you will.
Now I am (very happily) married. And my wife, although she is my world, is a drinker, and not to be counted on as a good influence in that department. I have no deep relationships with any non drinkers.
I am very much looking forward to being sober AND free of the JWs at the same time, as the two have never really coincided in my life. I pretty much traded the shackles of the religion for the shackles of heavy drinking and have been a cynical miserable SOB for a long time now. I feel like there could be a whole new life out there if I can just not drink.
Some words of advice, encouragement, or comisery would be much appreciated!
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Medical Cannabis
by mrsjones5 inover the thanksgiving weekend my family and i stayed with a dear friend.
our dear friend partakes of medical cannabis which helps with his depression, insomnia, and panic attacks.
he suggested that my husband should give it a try because it could help relieve his pain and help him to sleep during the night.. so hubby tried it (three nights in a row, about 15 minutes each session), didn't like the scatchy throat he got from inhaling the smoke but he said it helped his pain and he was able to rest.
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Anything that gets someone off of 18-22 pills a night is a good thing. It is good that you live in a state that allows you the option of MMJ. I suggest looking into buying a vaporizer, which heats the weed only enough to release the medicine without making smoke. Quite a bit easier on the lungs. And then there are the edibles as mentioned above. Good luck.