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Recent content by HeatherAnn

  1. HeatherAnn

    Respect for Marriage Act makes Congresswoman cry real tears.

    Is it really that difficult to see how ****ing with the foundation of society (families) can eventually **** with all?? And do you want to have the freedom to believe how you want or to not believe in any spiritual principle at all? Of course! Then why in the hell would you support limiting...
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    Top 5 Misconceptions about Religion

    I suppose it depends on which religion you consider. The 1 I grew up in specifically stated that if one were to get out of line with a list of doctrines, that member would not be considered worthy, & in some cases, would be excommunicated after going through church court. I do consider...
  3. HeatherAnn

    Jesus isn't in the Talmud

    “‘Yashu’ (derogatory for ‘Jesus’) is in Hell being boiled in hot excrement.” (Gittin 57a) [’Yashu’ is an acronym for the Jewish curse, ‘May his (Jesus) name be wiped out forevermore.’] * Yashu (Jesus) was sexually immoral and worshipped a brick.” (Sanhedrin 107b) * “Yashu (Jesus) was cut off...
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    overcoming pride?

    Good points. Something that stood out to me is “arrogance is delusion.” So true! It can deceive not only others but themselves! Or I should say myself too - because there have been times when I thought I was better in some way than others… only to be slapped by reality when realizing there...
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    Food for thought

    True. Even if the majority believed something, herd mentality tends to be illogical &/or immoral. My understanding is the resurrection story was added years later. It’s understandable for people to want some kind of hope for life after death. And it’s true that most of us don’t know enough...
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    Homosexuality and religious.

    It’s good the OP brought this up. Few realize how homosexuality has been normalized by careful indoctrination & normalizing. “The Overhauling of Straight America” & “After the Ball” discussed how to change people’s minds. Logic and science are not part of it - in fact you see how they are...
  7. HeatherAnn

    Hollywood is evil.

    Interesting perspective. Buddhism includes acting as jobs that are not “right livelihood.” But I think acting & the film industry can be powerful forces for both good and evil.
  8. HeatherAnn

    The Cost of Love

    So, tit for tat. Love, like pretty much all we perceive, seems based on narrow subjectivity - illusion. “Functional illusions are priceless.” Dogs seem to be that - they love you because they depend on you & you care for them. A friend admits he only trusts & loves his dog - & thinks humans...
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    overcoming pride?

    Good questions! Self reflection is key, as is feedback. Business often pay for feedback - so they improve & succeed rather than fail. Yet, how many people do you know who love personal feedback? Seems there’s a balance between asserting oneself/not giving others false pride… & …humbly...
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    Poll: Religious, Spiritual, Both or Neither?

    I like that: “seeker, not a believer.”
  11. HeatherAnn

    Poll: Religious, Spiritual, Both or Neither?

    I voted other stance because I am spiritual and I appreciate truth from various religions, philosophies etc., but I kinda despise illogical, unethical dogma - whether religious or spiritual.
  12. HeatherAnn

    overcoming pride?

    :) To try new or difficult things (ie learning a new language & traveling to practice it), can be humbling.
  13. HeatherAnn

    Why might one wish to mitigate one's lack of belief ...

    I don’t think it was the wrong word. Is it not true that some beliefs cause suffering & many seek beliefs that relieve suffering?
  14. HeatherAnn

    Why might one wish to mitigate one's lack of belief ...

    I’m not sure if you intended this, but I interpret “mitigate” (make less painful) as implying that life involves some degree of suffering. God is a symbolic word for belief in a relief of suffering. Considering the psychological & even physiological power of belief, it makes sense to choose...
  15. HeatherAnn

    Why might one wish to mitigate one's lack of belief ...

    I really like that. Chances are, we are not 100% all knowing! :)
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