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  Is Your Adulthood Authentic?

  by prophecor in

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  i've been training with some uniquely gifted folks at my place of employment.

  life has done some seemingly impressive things with them.

  one who's spent numerous years in the marine corps is an excellent asset to the company as are others who've likewise spent time in the military.

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  Are you living as a true and authentic adult?

  Usually - but I can also by childish (in positive ways when playful, in negative ways if painfully stressed...hmm, that hasn't happened in a couple years now...)

  Do you feel you will ever be able to, if not catch up, to at least keep up with the pace of real and ordinary life?

  Yes - but it took 15 years of therapy and exploration of various beliefs including travels to indigenous peoples to get perspective.

  Do you feel as if a child who's never truly had reason or opportunity to grow up?

  When I finally decided "I ain't going back", I was faced with having to figure out what life is and how to do it.

  Are you a "Grown Ass Man" (or woman for that matter), or are you still suffering adult-child issues?

  No more suffering, thank you, may I be excused?

  "The ultimate aim of the quest must be neither release nor ecstasy for oneself, but the wisdom and the power to serve others." -Campbell
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  NON-THEISTIC belief systems REQUIRE LOTS of FAITH (e.g. people from FISH)

  by hooberus in

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  i once saw dawkins refer to his views as a "belief system".

  indeed, persons who subscribe to a non-theistic belief system* have been generally forced to hold to the following beliefs:.

  that life came from non-life.. that people came from fish (fish are in mans actual ancestry in evolutionary phylogenetic trees).

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  I would say that intelligent life and the universe, from nothing, form a basis [for belief in God].

  I would say that intelligent life and the universe, from nothing, form a basis for asking questions. Anything else is subjective.
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  The CO Wants Everyone In Hall To Get A Bible Study

  by minimus in

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  he said, "enough with just offering the magazines.

  you need to directly ask people for a bible study.

  don't be like the man that stays engaged for years to a woman but never makes a commitment!

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  Sounds like that elder's guilty of spostasy - encouraging marriage and family responsibilities at the end times like that!
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  I want to thank you all

  by mouthy in

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  i have received the most beautiful cards & pictures, poems, tea,ornaments & such lovely compliments from each & every one of you.. i was going to write those i didnt send cards to ...but there was so many ,i really couldnt.

  my heart was filled as i read each & every one of them.

  as you all know i lost my hubby,& 3 kids in death, one daughter to the wt & grand-children.. as i read all of them i couldnt help thinking of job---he lost lots -but regained more.

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  I love my new grandma!
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  My issues, including those related to JW past, affecting my relationship...

  by feenx in

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  today i am at a loss.

  i am in the midst of writing my life story and though it so far has been extremely therapeutic it is also bringing out some demons.

  it is now really starting to affect my relationship with my gf.

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  I wonder what is threatening to her about your process - the stress she sees? The possibility that you may grow beyond your current relationship with her?

  It's not healthy for anyone to get so consumed with another's process that they lose track of themselves. Sounds like you are both communicating and prepared to place some boundaries around the level of focus you place on each other. There needs to be balance in both your lives.

  Going through your process can be a bit crazy-making, and it would be healthy to be able to set it aside at times and reconnect with who you are becoming, who you want to be, the end result of all this work. Be sure to set aside some time to put the book, therapy, your process, and be the person you imagine yourself to be, and share in your life with you girlfriend.

  I've been there, done that, wrote two books, moved on...in a successful, healthy way.
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  A fair and reasonable question for Jehovah's Witnesses

  by Gregor in

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  your organization has always been intently focused on "witnessing" and this includes going right up to strangers homes, knocking on their door attempting to engage them in a discussion of their beliefs.

  you come prepared to point out the error of whatever faith they hold.

  doctrines such as immortality of the soul, the trinity and eternal torment in hell you declare as false teachings and can back up your assertions with scriptures and skilled argument.

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  Open: With that bit of spiritual food, I can safely see the rest of the day through! ;-) Perfect...hasn't seen it before...
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  Part 2:The Elders Return, Made Decision To Disfellowship Us On Grounds Of..

  by Lady Liberty in

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  dear friends.... "happy tuesday!

  " well the saga continues!

  i thought we had seen the last of the elders last friday night as most have you are familiar with the story.

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  LL: Congratulations!!!
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  Part 2:The Elders Return, Made Decision To Disfellowship Us On Grounds Of..

  by Lady Liberty in

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  dear friends.... "happy tuesday!

  " well the saga continues!

  i thought we had seen the last of the elders last friday night as most have you are familiar with the story.

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  LL: Congratulations!!!
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  The politics of religion in America

  by nvrgnbk in

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  james carrollthe politics of religion in america by james carroll december 17, 2007 what in the name of god is going on in american politics?

  mitt romney's "faith in america" speech, riddled with mistaken assertions about religion, was itself a warning.

  but other presidential candidates, debate moderators, pundits, and religious leaders all share a dangerous confusion about questions of faith and citizenship.

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  Delicious. Now THAT'S food at the proper time! Thanks Nvr.
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  A fair and reasonable question for Jehovah's Witnesses

  by Gregor in

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  2. beliefs

  your organization has always been intently focused on "witnessing" and this includes going right up to strangers homes, knocking on their door attempting to engage them in a discussion of their beliefs.

  you come prepared to point out the error of whatever faith they hold.

  doctrines such as immortality of the soul, the trinity and eternal torment in hell you declare as false teachings and can back up your assertions with scriptures and skilled argument.

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  YM: You are quite refreshing. I wish there were more like you. I would point out too items:

  Jehovah reads our hearts and judges us perfectly.

  You may know that, and I may know that, but the WTS apparently doesn't know that.

  Loyalty to the org, or salvation through the org seems to be something said more recently.

  Actually, the current witchhunt strive toward unity has been going on since the late 70's, perhaps culminating with a highpoint in 1980. But this is merely the latest flash in the pan, considering the historical demand for conformity most noticeable with Rutherford.