I like this quote....

Freedompath comments on Mar 23, 2018:

Loved that quote!

Can WE wage anti-corruption/corp warfare.

Freedompath comments on Mar 23, 2018:

This, I have not had any experience with. I will need to be on the alert...concerning this situation and get back to you!

I was 12 the day I stopped believing.

Freedompath comments on Mar 23, 2018:

You will be working on making the life that you want!! And...enjoying every minute of it, even when you get sideswiped once in a while!! You go girl...

What are the best TV series/shows you ever watched or are currently watching?

Freedompath comments on Mar 23, 2018:

Disconnected my tv...I read my emails and I do watch you-tube videos on my i-pad... on building stuff (walls, gardens and tiny houses)...and of course I keep up with what is happening with politics! Love Steven Corbert and Ted Talks! And agnostic.com!!!

How to fall in love

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

I did not read article, but finding love may have a lot to do with social conditioning! We are fed this romantic...out of this world love that is going to hit us like a lightening bolt and give us unimaginable pleasure and happiness! And, somewhere we get a whiff of that 'smoke bomb' and off we go...blinded by the smoke, until it disapates and we find our selves with another human being and with the same frame of mind, before the intoxication (wanting more high)! What happened to the uphoria? Now that 'love' is just mundane, with a few 'sparks' here and there! And, on top of that...comes even more work if you stay with that love! Maybe this is why relationships are temporary or fleeting?

My spouse is a gambeling addict.

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

You sure have a heavy challenge ahead of you! If you really love this person, I would suggest that you get help for yourself, first! You need to be at your best, to deal with this delima even if you must leave the relationship! Long range stress surrounding your financial security, will truely break you down! So you need to know if your husband will get help or save himself, alone (with your support)! Your husband has a disorder and you did not cause it! He must get to the root of the problem and I would hope show some willingness to do that, otherwise 'he will bring down the house,' both literally and figureatively!

Have you ever been asked, "What Church do you go too?' by your boss?

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

Wow! You did what I wish I could do, when confronted by the Christian sect!! You gave us a fine example of how to handle people who judge others by what religion they come from? I thank you! Hold that strength, it will keep you out of the weeds...

Listening to Mythology audiobook. As close to fiction as I can bare.

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

I feel likewise! I spent half my life reading non-fiction! Had much difficulty with mythology, until this Prof Jordan Peterson, came on the scene and cleared some of it up for me!

Maybe I should start a group called "women who love men who love themselves".

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

Ha! Ha! I am so sorry 'honey child!' Try what I did...I stopped picking them! Sooner or later, your type will show up...it is all in the timing!

Do you as an atheist feel more intelligent than believers?

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

I feel that I have the same intelligent capacity that I have always had and half of my 78 years were spent in the Christian religions. I do see that I may have become wiser, because I have paid attention and applied myself to books and other study! I can see where I would have a restricted view point, if I had kept myself bound inside a religion! They just keep studying the same old things (over and over) that starts out in their scriptures! They memorize certain scripure verses to use to defend themselves with! They stress the parts that scare the hell out a person, instead of what it takes to improve your character by word and deed! People seem so conflicted between good and evil, they can't live a fully human life!

Alternative Lifestyles

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

I have never been interested in alternative life styles and the people who 'went down the rabbit holes' in my (tomorrow bd 78 yrs) years, have not turned out well! Life is not a one night stand and from my perch...a life is built of respect and high standards of conduct. Even what we do behind closed doors, can erode or support our own self-respect! In the end that is all that we own that is truely ours and it is what we end up with...when we die!

Morality in religion

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

So true...

Photofunia: Want to get creative and have some fun?

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

I loved your photos, and when I figure out 'again' how to down load, I will contribute something! I like this anyway!

POLL: Millennial Women Killing Republican Party - YouTube

Freedompath comments on Mar 22, 2018:

If the younger generation gets envolved, that can only help balance out some political issues, in my opinion! I can accept a generation gap, as life goes forward and a new way of looking at things is always an asset!

So I recently became single.

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Good luck josh, with all that you desire!

I was reading, Why Women Need Freedom from Religion and came across this bible verse.

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

I must admit that I am ignorant, as to what those Bible verses means? My interpretation seems to be...that proud women, will get put in their place! They are not approved of! This is precisely why I stopped reading the Bible...the same as I don't expose myself to porn and hate speech! All of it seems to come from a period of time, when certain people wallowed in a kind of insanity! I can't see usefulness toward my better nature, in any of that stuff!

The thing that bothers me about christianity is that most of it is centered around the afterlife.

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

You state exactly what I have experienced, over my life time! This mind set, of living for...after you are dead...wares out real fast, under scrutiny! Might as well, take one's self out, if the afterlife, is your deepest desire?

A girl on another board asked why atheists are so negative and abrasive.

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

I can get with all that you reported in your post! We needed a little meaness in our nature, to overcome, out run, out talk and finally confidently state...our right to be here, wasn't given to us, by some savior!

Hello World! New to the site.

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Welcome and I hope you stay for awhile! I read your bio and I wish that I lived near you, I am the worst for setting up get togethers! I managed to have a few friends, who had some interest in parties, etc and I nearly consider it a gift from the 'gods' to have people near me who love to organize people things! Good luck here with people who have a good view (mostly), of what makes up 'life!'

Learned something new today.

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

It is very difficult to save people (regardless of the isle), from the 'hell' of their own mind!

I need 3 points to hit 500. How much is this post worth?

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Worth whatever points that I can provide by posting my support!

Philly's New Progressive DA Is Not Playing Around - YouTube

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

I would gladly vote for this reasonable person! We need more people running for office, that has good amout of common sense, apparently the elites have lost their "grounding'?

As an agnostic, I have come to the point where I have contemplated the fact that if there was a god ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

It could just be the other way around...that 'god' is perfect...but all his creations aren't? Just like some of our creations, 'suck!' But, we have what it takes, to become perfectly ok!

What are your pet peeves about photos on dating sites?

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Go with your gut...if it doesn't feel 'right'...pass on by! Nature is speaking to you!

Do you believe in the Faith and Freedom Coalition?

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Yes, I was fully aware of this and I have always been deeply concerned! They have put their money behind it, just like in the past when we were ask (when i was in the church), to give special offerings to 'missions!' They, never give up on trying to convert people, to their way of thinking, (like we should all be clones)! It wouldn't bother me all that much, if they didn't intend to force their will and COMPLETE beliefs on every one...and that would include me! That DOES, get my 'dander up!'

Will future historians will record the current US government as filled with thieves who ran the most...

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Academic historians, hopefully will try and report the facts based with reasonable/logical assertions. But, they are not the only authors that write...including historical accounts! A person can write from a twisted mind, sometimes as well as the academic mind. Bill O'Reilly, and "Killing Lincoln' comes to mind! I have not read his book, but it was slammed by academia! And, because I have witnessed how his mind works, I do not trust his judgement and further suspect his motives for writing the book in the first place! So I would be sceptical about what is written and by whom! I fear for people in the future, that picks up a book based on the current history...it could be slanted, depending on how creditable the author is!

Aha! I'm straight but are these christians serious?

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Perfect comparison for the religious people, ...on the one hand..but not so much on the other hand, as being gay is an 'act of nature!' Should we not accommodate ourselves to nature? On the other hand...must we accommodate ourselves to everyone's religious beliefs? I can abide with that idea, as long as they do not attempt to force their 'ways' on me! What gets more complicated here is knowing that the religious people base their behaving in the real world on what their particular religion teaches them! What may be nature to me, may need stamping out and shaming...from a certain religious person's perspective...based on his/her indoctrination! So, when you dig deeper into this comparison, it is far more complicated!

Cynthia Nixon (Sex and the City), a progressive, is running for Governor of NY against Cuomo.

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Maybe, she has a good chance of winning! We could use some more female energy in politics.

If you had to communicate your beliefs to the indigenous people of the Americas in the16th century, ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Is this before or after the missionaries had contaminated them? Even when I was active in religion, I never believe it was a good thing to go into a social order and impose my beliefs on those people! I would be busy trying to learn their ways, and only step in if degradation or injury was involved! I have no need to force people to believe like me...I could be wrong!!! Better, that I go down alone, than take a herd of people with me!

Today I was encouraged to donate a sum of money to one of the local foodbank/shelter.

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

Very good idea! So, In order to deserve food and shelter if one has fallen on hard times...one must be indoctrinated? Where is the first amendment, on free speech when it REALLY counts? Not to mention 'freedom from religion!' THIS IS NOT THE TEACHING OF THAT HISTORICAL JESUS!

I remeber being little going to Church with my papaw, I was like why do they all way pass the bow ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 21, 2018:

'Out of the mouths of babes'...That was precious! I wish I had more little ones around to show me the world again...unincumbered!

There has been far too many times that I have lost faith in humanity, especially since renouncing my...

Freedompath comments on Mar 20, 2018:

Like the wise sages have taught, life is tough, but fun and rewarding all at the same time. Just keep your dreams, always in your mind, they are your 'calling' for your life.

Amazon Invents Vibrating Wristband to control workers

Freedompath comments on Mar 20, 2018:

Just another attempt to point human beings toward a robotic stance! They will collect some money, from gullible people and that is all that such a device will do! Will people give over their personal power and responsibility for existence over to the market place?

Irrational nonsense, organized. Link to hi-res image [tehgeektive.com] Thanks to Nena.

Freedompath comments on Mar 20, 2018:

In other words, you can be sucked into anything...if you don't stay close to the 'middle' of everything?

Do we ever really, "settle down"?

Freedompath comments on Mar 20, 2018:

From my seat here in old age...you should never settle down! And yes, I am still evloving and adjusting and trying to make myself useful! We must reinvent ourselves ever so often, and we must always keep stretching our mind even as we head out of the life cycle! Why shouldn't we exit with our own full corporation? It surely isn't written any place, that we must "creep' out, when we choose to exit this life!

Religion Poisons Everything [youtube.

Freedompath comments on Mar 20, 2018:

When someone uses any "teaching" to improve their character, wouldn't that be a good thing? But, when any teaching hinders the natural growth of a person's nature, that would be considered harmful. When a person relies on any one resource for all "truth," how will that support that person to his highest nature? When we cannot make decisions without consulting our pastor, or the prevailing sacred scriptures, maybe we relinquished our power and authority over to others? What if 'they' cannot know all the extenuating circumstances, surrounding a specific problem? And, yet the religious, believe a problem must be solved within the context of their particular religion. Maybe the problem could be more easily solved, if a person has availed him/herself of other knowledge and experience along with their religious teachings. But, religious people seemed to limit themselves to the way their religion has always taught and believed! This is the problem for me. Life is ever evolving, that 'good old time religion' is out of date for me! I can't rely on some 'great man being' up in the sky! And I simply don't view life like others, I want the freedom to believe what makes good sense to me! Even as I search for Universal Truths!

Last step to get to level 2!

Freedompath comments on Mar 19, 2018:

I want to welcome you and I hope you find that someone special, and in the meantime, I hope you have some interesting interactions with other members, here!

Being dyslexic can be funny but also difficult for some folks to take seriously.

Freedompath comments on Mar 19, 2018:

I am not dyslexic, but one of my sons is. And before I knew about it about the second grade, I would try to help him with reading and he could hardly read at all. I would become exasperated and tell him, that he just wasn't trying and give up trying to help. The next year, it was diagnosed and he was given special training which helped him a lot, but reading has always been a challenge, he has told me. He is now 55 and I can tell you...my ignorance and attitude toward my son, hurts me deeply everytime I must bring it to mind, as in your post! The truth may set you free, but the scar remains for a lifetime. Dyslexic is just one of those brain challenges...mine was depression!

Well you believe in air and you can't see it! Twice this week I've had this really weak argument...

Freedompath comments on Mar 18, 2018:

Well, all I know for sure, is that if I hold my breath long enough, I will die without the air! And I sure can't see it!

Should athiest really be saying 'rest in peace'

Freedompath comments on Mar 17, 2018:

What if by some stretch of the imagination, the energy that leaves a person's body when they die was constricted somehow? Where does the energy come from that creates a deformed fetus? Aren't storms created from colliding energies? So couldn't a person say with uncertainty to the deceased...RIP? There is certainly...uncertainty in the world at every level!

Who are you?

Freedompath comments on Mar 17, 2018:

Freedompath. = Ruth

Hi Everyone, I am new to this site and very excited about connecting with like minded people.

Freedompath comments on Mar 17, 2018:

Welcome Carole313...I hope you find stimulating and opinionated people here! Some opinions are mild, mellow and others on the harsh scale! But, I believe you will find a search for meaning, at the heart of them all (mostly)!

My life has come to an event horizon.

Freedompath comments on Mar 17, 2018:

I think that I would make sure that 'fear' is not a driving force? That must be faced first! Take your time, there is no need to rush into anything unless your life is in danger! In that case do not wait, seek safety now! If you ask yourself, what actions you need for your decision...you will get the answer! It will come as a deep knowing, so just relax and think out your ideas clearly...best of luck!

Is there such thing as ugly or beauty is only in society’s perspective?

Freedompath comments on Mar 17, 2018:

The two things that I see as ugly, is the blantent degradation of one human being to another and the disregard/distruction of other life on this planet, including the planet itself! The remaining is just life happening!

Guardian Angels?

Freedompath comments on Mar 17, 2018:

I would just let her be! There is a good possibility that...at least in her mind, she really does feel/think there is some 'unseen presence' with her. It could be an imaginary energy and she is calling it angels! Some people need something inside/outside them selves that they feel is supporting them. I myself... feel there is an 'energy' that supports all life, I just don't have a name for it, but I completely believe it is there! It is my responsibility to harness that energy and put it to good use! And, I never forget that it can be put to 'evil' use! You do not need to be a carbon copy of your friend, in thought or deed! If you have a common connection to this person, it seems to me that would facilitate the betterment of both of you! If it becomes toxic...you will have to choose, which way you want to go!

Had an interview this morning for a position in my field that at first I didn't think I wanted.

Freedompath comments on Mar 15, 2018:

I would be a little hesitant about 1 hrs drive from city or town. If this is to be your long term work...you would be too isolated without a partner. Even partners, need more people in their life! For a short time, it might work, but not long term. If you were 25-30 mins from a town, that might work, but you need people around you to interact with on a regular basis. Best of luck.

I think I'm dyslexic and I didn't noticed that until now.

Freedompath comments on Mar 15, 2018:

Sarahroo29...that sounds very possible. One of my sons is dyslexic. It has nothing to do with intellengence, but a brain to eye problem. I don't know where to find it now, but somewhere on the Web, they show exactly what a dyslexic person sees as they read (or write). The letters jump around and the dyslexic must focus to nail them down. It is for sure a challenge, but don't allow that to color your participation in anything! Tell people if you must!

"It's a horrible idea that God, this paragon of wisdom and knowledge, power, couldn't think of a ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 15, 2018:

What a guy! And...it has always been that Great Father in the sky!

This last weekend I went back home to bury a very close family friend.

Freedompath comments on Mar 15, 2018:

Yes, I surely do! Sorry about your family friend. I was at the memorial service for a dear friend, at the Unitarian Universalist Church and everyone who wanted to say something about her was invited to speak. A young man, who was a relative to my friend, got up and told the audience, that he was there to tell us about Jesus, and he hoped that the people there would come to Jesus. It was sad and embarrassing all at the same time! He could not...for just a moment celebrate the life of his Aunt, who had been a college professor!

Ever since a tour guide forgot me in the middle of Cuzco, Peru, I have been traveling solo, even to ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 15, 2018:

Wow...do I wish I was your man type!!! Keep it up, your life will be long and enjoyable, for sure! My adventures have been across America and oh, how I wished i could have gone further!

How soon til all these rallies go to the source of the problem on everyone's day off?

Freedompath comments on Mar 15, 2018:

Are you referring to the 'school walkout?' If so, I think the kids have found a purpose and they will not let up! And, I will give my support to them!

An Update and a Thank you! Thank you to everyone who listened to me vent about my daughter and ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 15, 2018:

I did not comment on your post...but as a parent, I know how difficult it is and how it can hurt me as a parent! Being a parent never ends, but it does change and needs to...for the sake of the parent and child. The bottom line is, we don't want our child to be hurt and we don't want to loose them, to death! And, once we can move past that fear and 'know' that when life happens, we will deal with it, a parent and child is free to live with courage!

How do you Develop a Personal Drive?

Freedompath comments on Mar 14, 2018:

I feel a lot like what you are describing yourself as! Here is the conclusion that I have come to! Get up and do some serious excerise, preferably everyday and if you are only doing it a few minutes at a time...then excerise more than once each day! If you miss a day, then get back at the next day...don't argue with yourself, just get up and do it! Because...if you don't want, what little 'get-up-go' that you still have at this moment to ATROPHY ...you better FORCE yourself...when all else fails! Just imagine what it would be like... to creep around, hoping someone will be handy, if you should fall or need someone to think for you...and you will be more motivated! You don't need to be perfect at excerising, just good enough!

A Bunch of Religious People Think Stephen Hawking Is Currently Burning in Hell – Friendly Atheist

Freedompath comments on Mar 14, 2018:

Those tweets were so judgemental...when THEY don't know for sure, if hell exist! THEY seemed so ignorant, why did THEY condemn a person to hell? THEY, took it upon their selves to speak for the CREATOR, no matter who/what that could be. I think that attitude is what keeps me at a distance from these people and their 'poison' judgement! No human being is more powerful than the 'force,' that created life! Even, if it turns out to be a spark!

Lots of talk today about Stephen Hawking passing.

Freedompath comments on Mar 14, 2018:

That is heartwarming...it made me smile and feel like crying all at the same time! I might have missed it, if you had not posted the pic!

To be perfectly honest I have a lot on my mind; too much to detail here so I've decided it will be ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 13, 2018:

We welcome you. I think you will find some interesting people here. And your input will be welcomed, too. And, whatever is on your mind, can be put out here and maybe help clear things up for you.

Do you read the bible to get knowledge about it, and to be able to understand why it is fiction?

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

I completely stop reading the Bible for any reason, some time ago! I think one of my main reasons was, that I was so sick of a lot of people backing up all their opinions, on some scripture verse! My mother, did that her whole life and I disliked it then, but over time it started to disgust me! I am getting rid of 3 Bibles, in this move. I am keeping a small one, just in case of...who knows what? But, the truth is, I have come to feel somehow sick about the Bible!

Who has struggled with attempting to have a relationship?

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

I should add that I have a friend, that was married to an Autistic guy, who passed, a couple of years ago. She has two early 30s, sons...one married last year and the other one is still single. So, just keep looking and find ways to be happy while you are searching, for 'that' person. Good luck! My friend was a special ed teacher and just published a book, on Autism! You must keep working toward your goal, even when it is hard and disappointing. That is what my friend, would say, too! (PS: both sons are Autisic!)

Who has struggled with attempting to have a relationship?

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

Probably every person on this sight!!

Why marrying too young can be bad for your emotional health - Calgary - CBC News

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

From my personal experience, I would say so. I have not known a lot of people who got married at 15, but it was a bad idea, even though I ran away and lied about my age. A 15 year old still needs their parents and a 19 year old male is hardly prepared to be a father to a 15 yr old, girl! The marriage lasted 17 years, and did allow me to escape a dismal home life. But, here late in my life, I seem to be more emotionally balanced, than my peers or family members (at least the ones that are still in this world). Maybe, I could have accomplished more with higher education? At least, I believe in...the value that I am contributing to life now.

The religionists are getting scared.

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

That piece is almost bogus, other than it is someone's opinion. Newsmax owner, is a friend and adviser to trump. I wouldn't call them 'fake news,' but I don't trust them either! They may be running out of 'groups of people,' to condemn. How easy it is, to hold up to redicule ...a group of people that aren't even 'groupies' and most people want know many non-believers! Nevertheless, if the people on this site, are a cross section of non-believers...I would say they are as happy as any single group. And, what is better, they have comtemplative ideas on things surrounding their life. That should help any of us, find some happiness in life, if we keep up the search!

I have been sort of estranged from my family for a while.

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

Unless you are in charge of this celebration, I would just come as you are...to what ever place the people in charge have arranged! There is no more need to prove to any of them... your worth and acceptance than if you were Catholic, a Muslim or any other religion, really! Non-believers may be the minority...but we still have the same value as any other human being has on this earth. So you can show up and be thankful to that grandmother...because, 'by hook or by crook'... she gave you some useful DNA, that help give your life more meaning! The rest of your clan, can do the same thing!

Financial scammers .

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

I have not had much experience with scammers. I have purchased things that turned out to be duds, in some way. But, over time i got smarter and I had less of that happen.

I have a situation coming up, I'd like some idea.

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

At this point, in my development...I would go with the flow! If half the people are one thing and the other half, something else...what ever seems to be the strongest prevailing idea at the moment. The reason I can say that is...as long as I am not 'forced' to be part of something that I don't believe in...I will choose to not take it on!

What are your best coping strategies for dealing with death?

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

I have learned to grieve the loss of others and make every attempt to live fully in my moments in this world and death rarely comes to mind.

Pillsbury Dough Boy?

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

I never believed this, even when I was not exposed to other ways of thinking about the Christian Religion. I took it in... as a story, like fairytales!

I just came across this but couldn't fing an url as I'm in the app.

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

I would go along with all of the 10 reasons, not necessarily covering me specifically! I adjust myself, on something if it isn't panning out over time!

This soul-mind-body union is free manifestation of sacred invisible energy; that crosses path on the...

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

Love is the promotion of life...until it's ended!

How reliable is the study of history?

Freedompath comments on Mar 12, 2018:

I don't consider the Bible, history in the literal, sense. To many unveriable voices. It is the story of "man's" search for meaning and a God. Just an account of a time period and stories handed down from one generation to the next thru oral stories. Even in modern history, you will get different accounting on the same historical event from different people. I would not say they lie, but they will have different perspectives. Even different people who write biographies on the same person, show different angles of that person. And now, in this new 'fake news,' era...I would be sceptical of a lot of modern historical writers, because I can't trust that they are reporting facts, or slanting the truth to promote some personal agenda or bias. I think it is fashionable now, to spout embellished narratives...I am more sceptical than ever and it has caused me to wonder about all the historical reportings in the past? Did those people slant events and issues around their personal biases and how does one sort that out?

Some people seek the truth.

Freedompath comments on Mar 11, 2018:

That is about right... I agree. But, I think even those people just trying to stay alive, have something to give life! I guess, I really believe everyone and everything has value, somehow!

Wow! Check out this youtube video [youtu.

Freedompath comments on Mar 10, 2018:

It is hard to believe that this is promoted in main stream society, but on the other hand, that has been the distortions coming out of, Liberty University for as long as I can remember!

It has been a very gloomy birthday.

Freedompath comments on Mar 10, 2018:

First, I would like to say, you need some kind words today...the birthday may not matter all that much as a day, but your loneliness does. Your picture tells me, that you want to matter to others (and you do), but the most important person that you need to matter to, is yourself! I read your profile, you have interest and dreams, so take matters in your capable hands and make something happen for just you, at this moment! You need some tender loving care for yourself. Then, you can get out with other people and put more adventure into your life. It sounds like you might have a little depression going on? If so, get some walking in...at least 40-50mins.each day. Get out and claim your spot in this life and give to it...what only you have to offer. 'Life is a journey, not a destination.' So where are you in your journey? I care...

Why is depression so complicated?

Freedompath comments on Mar 10, 2018:

Well, part of depression is just the human condition. We are living longer and things change in our brain and our bodies. One thing, that does help depression, is excerise and sunlight. Maintaining a schedule and good diet, is important. And, in certain situations of chronic depression, medication may be necessary. But, the one thing that I found to help most with my years of depression, is excerise. I went to fitness ctr, 3 times a week and worked on muscle building and within, a few months of starting my excerise program, I observed a shift in my brain function. I am walking at least 40mins and doing stair excerise now and I still have have no depression.

Yet Another Analysis of Amelia Earhart's Bones Unearths More Questions | Inverse

Freedompath comments on Mar 10, 2018:

I wonder why they did not remove those bones, back in the day? Because, DNA, would surely shed some light, now. Thanks for posting that...I have kept up with previous theories.

I think he's having second thoughts about the whole celibacy thing! Lol

Freedompath comments on Mar 10, 2018:

This is for sure putting discipline to the test! Is the female testing the man as monk, or mocking the man in his spiritual practice? Or is the whole thing a joke? At any rate, a woman is more than "boobs!" But, this female is appearing to present herself as her "boobs!"

What do you do when your child does something that makes you resentful?

Freedompath comments on Mar 10, 2018:

I had another thought...you may feel very vulnerable over this situation, like you lost control and could not change it or go back...if so, just know that there will be lots of situations, that will be out of your control and all that you can do is, 'take the bull by the horns'...and try and solve the problem to the best of your ability! That is all anyone can do.

What do you do when your child does something that makes you resentful?

Freedompath comments on Mar 10, 2018:

I surely want to tackle this problem with you. I have 5 children...all 54-62. Now, you have every right to be crushed! Having to struggle for money is no picnic, I have done that most of my life, too! You must mend your disappointed heart and get back to being a father. But, you must remember your child is still just that...he is not a wise person yet! If he has indeed lied, it seems that you and your ex, need to figure out a reasonable punishment for those actions, something suitable to his age. And then, treat your son with all the love and respect that you can muster. Don't lay on your son the burden of his guilt, for a long period of time! This will not help him to be more forthcoming in the future. If your son is old enough, you might report(calmly) to him, what it cost you, when he failed to tell the truth. After that, Praise him, when he does the right thing and show him, in many different ways that you love him. You may need to enlist the help from a counselor, because your child may be going thru more than you know about. What ever you do, you must get your own equallibrium back, because your child may start to believe that his own father does not love him and worse that he does not deserve to be loved. No child should think he is not worthy of his own father's love. I have had lots of these kinds of things happen with my children over the years and I had 5 of them! And, I can say it was always hard to gather myself up and do what is right for my child, but I managed to do it.(not perfectly)...parenting is hard work, but the work must be done, because we cannot go back and do it over, if we fail! I surely feel for you...good luck.

Almost two years ago, Dad was in hospice.

Freedompath comments on Mar 10, 2018:

'If you confess on the name of Jesus'...it's that confessing that is more important than...if God loves us, knows us, forgive us, unconditionally! Isn't that what the 'Almighty God' would do, according to Scriptures? At least in some of the passages! I am sorry to hear, that at a very important time, you and your brother, 'were not on the same page.'

I live in albequerque all the atheist here are scared to reveal themselves for fear of retribution ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 10, 2018:

I have found in Deming, that it seems pretty tollerant. But, there are more religious people than I expected.

New Member here.

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I mainly wanted to welcome you here...your concern is not something that I have experienced, even with friends. Now, over time one partner grew into a different belief, but no one sprung it on their partner, suddenly! You know your wife better than anyone, so I think that you will need to start informing her in increments...or just sit down with her and explain, how you feel and what you believe. Hopefully, you can reassure her, that she is free to believe what she wants to, regardless.

Why do people hate very nice people like atheists?

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

If they don't have knowledge of what it means, to be a non-believing person...they are simply fearful of the unknown! As a mtater of fact, most humans are fearful of the unknown of anything, to a more or lessor degree!

Moment of Silence or Saying Grace

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I once was that person who took part in the 'thanks' at meal times. But, then i felt that i had become one with 'the whole,' and was in a state of thankfullness from that time on! After that it made no sense to me. Plus, I believe it is said, as some kind of 'show'...proof to others that 'they' love the Lord, or that they are 'righteous' people, maybe above reproach!?

Would You Opt for Immortality? - Quillette

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I only believe in a continuous energy field and after my body returns to ashes, who knows where the smoke goes? And, no I would not want an endless, life! What is the point? It appears to me that everything has a cycle, I want something even more adapted, to follow after me or from my demise!

I Hate Love Songs... [youtube.com]

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I don't care for country music, but that was fun...

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Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

Delightful...!!! Twice!!

What is your opinion on Wiccans?

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I just checked your profile...I am an INFJ

What is your opinion on Wiccans?

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I have been part of a Wiccan group and it envolved rituals, but no one in that group was into magic. It shows homage to nature, in all things! Maybe other groups have different experiences? That is the only one that I know about!

Pray for snow Utah!

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

Wouldn't you think a governor has some scientific expertise...he could have said nothing and gotten better results! At least he would have appeared more enlightened!

Hi all, new here!

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

Welcome...hope you have lots of fun and some strong discussions in your future!

Phantom likes.

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I noticed the same thing!

Possibly against my own better judgement, I'm going to broach a subject here that I've avoided ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I think it is always better to state up front, all your (major), preferences. Among my gay friends, they are not that sensitive about their gender nature, but they are not young either. Maybe, younger people are more sensitive, because they are faced with being different in the mist of younger (less mature) minds.

These penguins found a camera in Antarctica and captured a surprisingly good ‘selfie’ - The ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I love the penguins...one of my first charcoal pencil arts works, was a mother and her baby penguin!

Do diets work?

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

It is far better, to eat mostly foods that you enjoy, from the fruits and vegetables, then small amts of meats. The most important part...even then is volume. Large servings of any foods, will not keep weight off (unless you are rare person, with revived-up metabolism). Plus, your stomach will be stretched, needing bigger portions! If your portions are kept small (within reason), your stomach will adjust and you will not experience the same hunger as when you stomach is larger.

Getting Over Sugar Cravings

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

The best thing is to change your sweet cravings, to be only fruit, sprinkled with nuts. This is much more healthy. Over time, you want even care for sugar sweets. A little yogurt added is good, too.

At 50+, I find that it's not what people believe that frustrates me but to what degree they impose ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

It looks like people are more insistant if they are not fully vested into their own believing. Because, once a person embraces their truth, they seem to care less, whether others, see it their way or not. They may even be more tolerant of others different view points.

Anyone else trying the app?

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I have it and it works just fine!

I am in a really torn position right now, myself.

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

My feeling is, that you should enjoy this time and not rush into anything! You can go many places by yourself and that might be something you could explore, just to see how that feels. Whatever, you decide, best of luck.

Wah hoo! I've been on this forum for exactly 2 months and tonight I joined the nice folks at Level ...

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

Horay for you! Now, you can start the next very long leg of this journey! But, it is fun, for sure!

What's up!

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

Welcome Lydia, you sound like a really cool person. And, I like your life plans. I decided a little late in life that adventure was really important. So just keep doing your thing and being yourself and make some friends and you will have much to offer this world!

Just thinking about this group and who has read Richard Bach, Illusions.

Freedompath comments on Mar 9, 2018:

I read that book so long ago! I think he wrote another one that I read, but cannot remember the name?