Intimidation

ISO100 comments on Sep 4, 2018:

At some point, you wake up and realize how the world actually works, and how the humans on it all work. No more childlike or neophyte understandings, just clarity. It's like sometime during your adult life a switch gets flipped and you finally get it. You get it all. And even though we might be ...

BBJong replies on Sep 8, 2018:

some I agree- yet would you not be intimidated by institutional curruption? Root it out;fight it; at your own peril?

Intimidation

Livia comments on Sep 4, 2018:

I am sure you are not intimidating. You are just not conforming to a gender norm that women shouldn’t be assertive. When a woman is as assertive as a male she gets named “bossy” “bitch” “intimidating” I was once called “emasculating” - wore it like a badge of honor. Carry on with ...

BBJong replies on Sep 8, 2018:

...really-thanks for bringing the context of social "norms"-like reading a book from it's cover; and authority used to muffle desent or criticism. If your actions would benefit the group, all should have followed your example..!

I am into the Hippocrates` maxim : Make food your medicine, and make medicine your food.

TerryBowen comments on Sep 7, 2018:

I work as a sport scientist and I have a Master's in Exercise Medicine and work as a free lance sports nutritionist, so hopefully I can give some incite . This post seems to create a false dichotomy between food and medicine. This is why I believe that food is not medicine... Firstly, food is a ...

BBJong replies on Sep 8, 2018:

...thanks ,good& helpful info on a very emotional subject

How did you succeed by not giving up? Tell us a story.

Stevil comments on Sep 7, 2018:

A Sunday afternoon in September of 1989, I was running Smokey Mountain Expeditions on the Ocoee River River. It had been a very Busy labor day weekend on the River. I was behind the Counter Doing the non fun boring crap getting guests AKA "Coneheads" to sign their release forms, Handing out life ...

BBJong replies on Sep 8, 2018:

@LiterateHiker discretion...better part of valor

How did you succeed by not giving up? Tell us a story.

TristanNuvo comments on Sep 7, 2018:

I am diagnosed with Scizoaffective disorder. I fight major depression, voices, suicidal thoughts. halucinations. bi-polar every day. Never giving up is why i am still alive. I'd call that a success.

BBJong replies on Sep 8, 2018:

Thanx- I admire you

How did you succeed by not giving up? Tell us a story.

Pralina1 comments on Sep 7, 2018:

I have noticed that most humans are not nice or have good intentions . I have noticed that many are hurtful as well . I have a choice to give up on interacting , helping , even hoping for better outcome . Yet I go to work and mostly ready for a shitstorm . The ugliness is in the daily menu . But ....

BBJong replies on Sep 8, 2018:

....thank you so much~i too find my self swimming in a pool filled with sharks/and algea?

Warrior nation mentality. Anyone else concerned by the jingoism often displayed in this country?

PalacinkyPDX comments on Aug 27, 2018:

"Patriotism" is creepy. It's one thing to be proud of a specific accomplishment your country did right (I was proud of the US when Obama was elected or same sex marriage became legal). But mindless patriotism or proclaiming the US is the "most" or "best" shows a brainwashed person, and those are ...

BBJong replies on Aug 27, 2018:

...the public is being spoon-fed much dis- information ; objective info is to be mined:thanks

What I learned when I met a real life exorcist [bbc.co.uk]

thinkwithme comments on Aug 26, 2018:

What you cant deny about the thing is that for a moment she believed she was better and she felt better. Of course the "demons" returned and she believes what she is doing now being an evangelical is helping her. There is something comforting about the idea of pain leaving you and focusing your mind...

BBJong replies on Aug 27, 2018:

the nuns who taught us were Irish_and I recently heard they we're conscripted (or kiddnapted) from the poor class...?

What I learned when I met a real life exorcist [bbc.co.uk]

thinkwithme comments on Aug 26, 2018:

What you cant deny about the thing is that for a moment she believed she was better and she felt better. Of course the "demons" returned and she believes what she is doing now being an evangelical is helping her. There is something comforting about the idea of pain leaving you and focusing your mind...

BBJong replies on Aug 27, 2018:

...the plecebo effect- in phsycology ..as in icons

Do you "dress your age"?

AnneWimsey comments on Aug 23, 2018:

I just had a breast reduction, and am enjoying backless, strapless, etc for the first time in my 70 years! My "age" is feeling FREE,

BBJong replies on Aug 25, 2018:

more folks should be aware of the insurrection

Do you "dress your age"?

Shelton comments on Aug 23, 2018:

I dress for comfort. Jeans and tee shirt kind of guy. Nothing fancy. Love me as I am is my motto,

BBJong replies on Aug 25, 2018:

,,,as a Boomer I remember wearing something I was told not too- did we push boundaries then(u betcha) ?️-now??

Do you "dress your age"?

Wisewoman3 comments on Aug 24, 2018:

I'm 71, nearly 72 actually. I wear leggings with tunics. I prefer vee neck, so my tattoos show. I wear sweats and Tee shirts when I am setting around at night. I wear breeches when I ride. I usually wear paddock boots with socks, short black boots with crazy socks over my legging and a short dress ...

BBJong replies on Aug 25, 2018:

...I truly admire that***now & next yr. I am learning about "smart technology" for weather conditions, but I don't witness a clothing revolution,thanxWise

Do you "dress your age"?

Stephanie99 comments on Aug 24, 2018:

I dress on the casual side, even for work, but I don't push the boundaries too far. I want to keep my job.

BBJong replies on Aug 25, 2018:

...also hold a "style" oject of clothes 10 yrs-then it's ok to wear because it comes back in style.I see other countries citizenry wear what's user friendly all the time.?

Do you "dress your age"?

Stephanie99 comments on Aug 24, 2018:

I dress on the casual side, even for work, but I don't push the boundaries too far. I want to keep my job.

BBJong replies on Aug 25, 2018:

...I agree.i work in manufacturing and me and some co workers wear shorts (cargo type) , we often get the" look" going to & from work-especially if it's not 80degrees...Tempted just to wear the suit jacket just to tease the shallow folks that judge a book ...?

Have you ever had a 'supernatural' experience that they can't explain?

TheAstroChuck comments on Aug 17, 2018:

Who is the "they" who can't explain? There is only nature and nature's laws so 'supernatural' only exists in the human imagination - most of which is unworthy of explaining.

BBJong replies on Aug 25, 2018:

...thank u very much for the post!!!! I watched documentaries on the science fact of irregularities in the brain;audio and visual hallucinations, especially under physical or emotional stress are to be EXPECTED !!!! so these are to be expected`~ not a guess?.A simple biological FACT

Anyone else getting catfishing messages here? I've been on here a few days and have three so far.

Powers3216 comments on Aug 23, 2018:

I have a few. I didn't know if anyone else had experienced it.

BBJong replies on Aug 25, 2018:

@Jonado ...in other words our responsibility as partica pants?

Anyone else getting catfishing messages here? I've been on here a few days and have three so far.

TGTARITPNBBGMLT comments on Aug 24, 2018:

Actually i got one where they gave their number....I called it and it lead elsewhere. Be wary with new profiles.

BBJong replies on Aug 25, 2018:

@Jonado ...I also am scam free ? on this sure- dont like hi pressure sales?

. evening ?folks

smithy comments on Aug 19, 2018:

Good Evening, does this mean you are checking out or just saying hello with a night time vibe

BBJong replies on Aug 21, 2018:

... evening,and a hearty welcome. In answer to your question,I try to greet with actual time.Like at work,with coworkers or family it's sort of ingrained to do so here.

...using trial &error with communication makes me nervous

hankster comments on Aug 19, 2018:

I'm kind of like that with wild berries.

BBJong replies on Aug 19, 2018:

..ah David Crosby_was on PBS tonite.... Prairie Home Companion

We're really excited to announce a bunch of new ways to help you meet other members.

BBJong comments on Aug 16, 2018:

,,,nice info for..."this is first smart phone" like me?

BBJong replies on Aug 18, 2018:

@FrayedBear ...I just don't want to hit the wrong button- might launch a missle?️. THANXwill get it

10 of my favorite Neil deGrasse Tyson quotes: because he's just so quotable 1.

Eirteacher comments on Feb 17, 2018:

Every time I read about some god fraud bible thumper being upset because some freethinking agnostic explains why things are the way they are because of something Tyson said about evolution, or the thousands of flaws in the bible. I realize that they are not worried about some poor persons soul, they...

BBJong replies on Aug 18, 2018:

...total agreement-take away the platform/megaphone

10 of my favorite Neil deGrasse Tyson quotes: because he's just so quotable 1.

Bikebum comments on Feb 17, 2018:

It's like a breath of fresh air through me to know there's people that smart who have a voice and direct line to us humans especially the stupid ones and more importantly the ones otw to getting smarter. Great quotes

BBJong replies on Aug 18, 2018:

@Wurlitzer ...the reviews on PBS state the same overview as you

10 of my favorite Neil deGrasse Tyson quotes: because he's just so quotable 1.

LucyLoohoo comments on May 26, 2018:

I'm surprised nobody has mentioned that he is (in my opinion) the intelligent woman's SEX SYMBOL!

BBJong replies on Aug 18, 2018:

@HopDavid ...humility can be cultivated in a human-if he represents a haughty field of study,, dont blame him ; blame the way science is Represented in a society ;...he is a soldier in a war against ignorence just like Mr. Robert Rodale was in agriculture---messengers with a message that is very needed in my humble opinion ?

10 of my favorite Neil deGrasse Tyson quotes: because he's just so quotable 1.

SimonCyrene comments on Jun 25, 2018:

There's nothing in these statements that the average intelligent human being can't work out for themselves (which is much more preferable to simply regurgitating someone else's take on them) ?

BBJong replies on Aug 18, 2018:

....ok but now Pat Robertson is a religious " rock star" I rather society promote true factual understanding of reality as we encounter it

10 of my favorite Neil deGrasse Tyson quotes: because he's just so quotable 1.

Geoffrey51 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

Very nice, but certainly no more enlightening than anyone on here could have presented with their own list. Anyone disagree?

BBJong replies on Aug 18, 2018:

..compare to Mr. Robert Rodale!!!!!!!.!!

10 of my favorite Neil deGrasse Tyson quotes: because he's just so quotable 1.

Sorcha comments on Jul 13, 2018:

He's got a fantastic podcast called Startalk. Bill Nye is a frequent guest.

BBJong replies on Aug 18, 2018:

Net flix too...

🎹bias;are you biased

EdmundCinister comments on Aug 16, 2018:

Resisting reactionism I think helps deal with most everyday biases. But some are too ingrained. At that point, particularly if they’re ugly or stupid, I try to make mine into a self-deprecating joke. Doesn’t cure it but allows it voice without power.

BBJong replies on Aug 18, 2018:

,,,thanx- that works,,,I developed a bias to hair color/I work against it ::: somewhat hard to pinpoint where I'm rebelling against being told who to date(early years).. Far more ingrained than which toothpaste is on the shelve this week. ?

🎹bias;are you biased

Stacey48 comments on Aug 16, 2018:

We all have bias, being aware of it is what matters. I don't know what you mean by control or let free. Acting or reacting based on bias?

BBJong replies on Aug 17, 2018:

...ok if the store has 3-three flavors of ice cream ,none u care for ,do u 1)go someplace else2)abstain-evan though it's on your list3)settle for the available?- You are making a consumer statement; a personal choice(probably monitored) which will effect the future purchases at said store; soon delivered by drones ?...ah but there are many more consumables which the public is drawn to/ the IMPORTANT ones we should be aware how they are presented?

Woohoo! Only 32,500 more points until I reach Level 8 and get my T-shirt!!! Can I get 6500 responses...

LiterateHiker comments on Aug 16, 2018:

At the risk of being a buzz-kill, if you care: From Level 7, you have to go from 10,000 to 50,000 points to reach Level 8. Then you receive an Agnostic.com T-shirt. Maybe it's a myth. Gaining points is a long slog of writing posts, commenting and clicking "like." I'm at 7.8. So close, yet ...

BBJong replies on Aug 16, 2018:

,,,,THANX ?. HOPE THERE ARE MANY WARM LADIES LIKE YOU IN THAT RARIFIED ? ATMOSPHERE?

How have you changed the weakneses your mental illness gave you into strengths?

jacpod comments on Aug 12, 2018:

I became a person centred creative expressive therapist after a time of running; here there and every where looking at different therapeutic challenges.hot tub rebirthing etc. These days its acceptance I value most - I know and understand that I am different from most of the people surrounding ...

BBJong replies on Aug 12, 2018:

..thanx & well stated my days of cammelian type behaviors are past ?

How have you changed the weakneses your mental illness gave you into strengths?

bleurowz comments on Aug 12, 2018:

By owning that I'm a good and worthy person. Not easy, for sure. Struggling with a mental illness is hard enough. But the most important thing I've learned is allowing myself to be on my side, regardless of what I'm feeling.

BBJong replies on Aug 12, 2018:

?- represents what I have to offer as I traverse the pitfalls of the daily grind

With such a lack of Reason and Logic amongst religionists and spiritualists how do we who have ...

Geoffrey51 comments on Aug 7, 2018:

There is no reason that I am aware of that one would want to change anyone's thinking unless one is on an evangelical crusade. In which case the only reason that one would wish another to change their thinking is if one was threatened by them. Just a thought.

BBJong replies on Aug 7, 2018:

@Mcflewster ...the person has to take back their moral compass (Conscience) & ask ,,,being a member of this community help or hurt society- some folks are just happy with / can't make the sacrifices needed?️to bride those divides

When I was married, it bothered my husband that I didn’t “need” him I always thought he ...

BBJong comments on Aug 5, 2018:

...quality vs quantity is important I was together 15 yrs-. first 3-4 (honeymoon)-bond to accomplish goals 4-8then your on the same page(life paths);;or for different aspirations ?

BBJong replies on Aug 5, 2018:

@Xena she moved to establish her daughters apt.+ take care of grandson

Where do you think most of the Agnostic/Atheist type of non-believers live in the civilized world?

Etre comments on Jul 17, 2018:

I just looked it up. 40 to 49% of China's population is Atheist.

BBJong replies on Aug 5, 2018:

@Etre ...I thank u for the insight✨

Where do you think most of the Agnostic/Atheist type of non-believers live in the civilized world?

maxhyde comments on Jul 19, 2018:

Asia and Scandanavia...so Sweden Finland Norway and Iceland. Surprisingly France is very high on the list https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demographics_of_atheism

BBJong replies on Aug 5, 2018:

Thanx

Today's adventure: the Sheela-na-gig and the Whittlesford Witch (this time, with the big posh camera...

BBJong comments on Aug 4, 2018:

---that is so cool;thanks for the depth () of research ;1217?️ that me is art_ today the design of buildings is done miles away on computer... Recently watched a geology program: (NOVA"building north America"") ,,, interesting the skyscrapers of new york are on volcanic schist(very hard...

BBJong replies on Aug 4, 2018:

@Jnei they oriented the builds to sun;water;roads-not necessary ly bed rock

Today's adventure: the Sheela-na-gig and the Whittlesford Witch (this time, with the big posh camera...

BBJong comments on Aug 4, 2018:

---that is so cool;thanks for the depth () of research ;1217?️ that me is art_ today the design of buildings is done miles away on computer... Recently watched a geology program: (NOVA"building north America"") ,,, interesting the skyscrapers of new york are on volcanic schist(very hard...

BBJong replies on Aug 4, 2018:

@Jnei I've been in farm buildings-they mostly built where needed

Today's adventure: the Sheela-na-gig and the Whittlesford Witch (this time, with the big posh camera...

BBJong comments on Aug 4, 2018:

---that is so cool;thanks for the depth () of research ;1217?️ that me is art_ today the design of buildings is done miles away on computer... Recently watched a geology program: (NOVA"building north America"") ,,, interesting the skyscrapers of new york are on volcanic schist(very hard...

BBJong replies on Aug 4, 2018:

@Jnei we have dense cities I think about older building's foundations

Today's adventure: the Sheela-na-gig and the Whittlesford Witch (this time, with the big posh camera...

BBJong comments on Aug 4, 2018:

---that is so cool;thanks for the depth () of research ;1217?️ that me is art_ today the design of buildings is done miles away on computer... Recently watched a geology program: (NOVA"building north America"") ,,, interesting the skyscrapers of new york are on volcanic schist(very hard...

BBJong replies on Aug 4, 2018:

@Jnei hi to u LADY

I posted these pics in photography group but felt this belongs to the entire community.

BBJong comments on Jul 31, 2018:

,,,this is very tragic abuse of culture; PBS did a documentary on it,I read a biography of Conrad Weiser"Friend of Colonist and Mohawk" by Paula Wallace / he was shocked by the activities that were perpertrated- to minimize First Nation culture.Thank You Greatly-should be taught in school ...

BBJong replies on Aug 1, 2018:

@AmelieMatisse thanx again we have an Indian Heritage Museum near Allentown/Pa.-certain groups (Moravian;Quakers)tried to support each tribes sovieghntry(self determination).Read 1491_about colonialism in South;north america, scary.History is delivered by local school boards----they pick the books/ there are thousands of them here in PA.(see$)- no reality check?️ objectivity***,have a good one, respectfully

,,pleasant to have a group dedicated to sounding the depth of the site?

Nukdookum comments on Jul 27, 2018:

Welcome aboard! If you have any questions please feel free to ask them here or PM me.

BBJong replies on Jul 28, 2018:

..Thanks Nukdookum ,,, I'm typing challenged (among others)

,,pleasant to have a group dedicated to sounding the depth of the site?

Nukdookum comments on Jul 27, 2018:

Welcome aboard! If you have any questions please feel free to ask them here or PM me.

BBJong replies on Jul 28, 2018:

Thanks Nikki?...I have a rather physical job so early to bed/early to rise. I wish I had joined yrs ago

Did anyone else go through the stages of Atheism?

Betty comments on Jul 25, 2018:

I noticed discrepancies in what the church taught as a child. Love your neighbor then hate based on their differences. I began loosing respect then seeing religion as a business, a corrupt one at that. For a long time I identified as a non-practicing Christian, just kept what I considered the ...

BBJong replies on Jul 28, 2018:

...well said

Did anyone else go through the stages of Atheism?

mek7730 comments on Jul 25, 2018:

I experienced stage 2 and 3. I became an atheist very young and I was very clear about it, but my family is very religious and they spent years dragging me to their religious events. Anyway, they gave up years later but every now and then my mom tries to guilt me into going. I really don't harbor...

BBJong replies on Jul 28, 2018:

...just wondering-do they try to convert the helpless immergrants at the holding facilities?

?evening folks,,I am a new bee but I have been called a coffee snob

Sheannutt comments on Jul 26, 2018:

Welcome, so does that mean we can call you coffee snob LOL

BBJong replies on Jul 26, 2018:

...as it's athursday this57yr bod Needs some "go juice" to finish the work week...__somtimes seems that the rats are winning the human race

?evening folks,,I am a new bee but I have been called a coffee snob

egyptrican comments on Jul 26, 2018:

Welcome! We DO love our coffee here ?

BBJong replies on Jul 26, 2018:

?,,,cool-i try to learn daily ..this venue encourages my learning; this day in society ,,,too much hustle/ bustle

?evening folks,,I am a new bee but I have been called a coffee snob

Sheannutt comments on Jul 26, 2018:

Welcome, so does that mean we can call you coffee snob LOL

BBJong replies on Jul 26, 2018:

..thank you for you warm welcome just don't call me LATE to a sweet cup'joe