Malignant Narcissism on Steroids: [rawstory.

Cutiebeauty comments on Apr 25, 2020:

If he's reelected, we all will hit bottom 😱😱😱

Theresa_N replies on Apr 30, 2020:

If he's elected we're drowning in poop, if biden is elected we're just waist deep in it.

Well, my depression and anxiety have been over 10 for several months.

RavenCT comments on Apr 23, 2020:

I'm so sorry to hear this. It must be incredibly hard for you. It would be for anyone. Do you see anyone for pain management? I know it's a dicey field right now. But it sounds like one of your worst issues might be pain overload. I know from experience that really messes with anxiety levels. ...

Theresa_N replies on Apr 26, 2020:

Dispensaries in MN have one type of weed and it's not the relaxing kind. You can't get flower just vape and pills, oral spray, and lotions.

Well, my depression and anxiety have been over 10 for several months.

Freedompath comments on Apr 23, 2020:

I am so sorry you are being forced to make a move...that your heart isn’t in. I guess there was no way that you could manage where you are? I am sorry about the pain and the lack of relief. Pain surely distracts us! I hope that you have tried other pain management ideas. If the only ones that...

Theresa_N replies on Apr 26, 2020:

I found a place but they are having problems with my income. It's the second to nicest place and only the second I'd consider. The rest were tenements pretending to be assisted living facilities. No there's no chance of staying where I am. Lately it isn't the pain but the mind numbing depression and anxiety. With the stress so high I'm surprised I haven't become psychotic.

It's been found that nicotine protects somewhat from getting COVID 19.

Moravian comments on Apr 23, 2020:

Got a link to that research ?

Theresa_N replies on Apr 23, 2020:

It was in the Guardian. Can't find it now.

420 ONLINE EVENT 4/20 celebrations are going online this year as the coronavirus pandemic has ...

Captnron59 comments on Apr 16, 2020:

Everyone just needs to go on with their lives as usual. It's a hoax plain and simple. Less deaths than the flu. Thanks for sharing Philip

Theresa_N replies on Apr 16, 2020:

The death rate for those that have it is ten times that of the "flu."

Would you want to move to or live in a country, State, or society that is basically the same as your...

Nuke comments on Apr 15, 2020:

I would not care to live in a country that bans religion. I wish I lived in a country that does more to maintain a separation between state and religion.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 15, 2020:

Many countries would benefit from the banning of evangelicalism. Look at the US, Brassil, and soon Venezuala. They all, and many more, have had their political processes taken over by fascists who are evangelical.

I am hoping that this president is ejected out of office! We in the LGBTIQ community have been ...

Novelty comments on Apr 10, 2020:

In the worst cases it seems the only cure for hate is death. In the late 1950's early 60's the KKK was acting out a lot then they blew up a church and killed six innocent black girls. When that happened most of the KKK hung up their robes, it's the ones that stayed that will not be cured before ...

Theresa_N replies on Apr 13, 2020:

There are many that believe slavery should still be legal and almost all of them support tRump.

Diane Abbot tells us all how Chairman Mao did more good than harm. [youtube.com]

Marionville comments on Apr 11, 2020:

Hilarious..and to think she was shadow Home Secretary for a while.! However a good point was made that we have chosen which dictators to revile and those we’ve chosen to thrown our hat in with....depending on what is perceived to be in our best interests. They always justify it by maintaining ...

Theresa_N replies on Apr 13, 2020:

Castro did some good things too. Everyone is educated in Cuba and everyone gets health care. That doesn''t erase his homophobia, transphobia, and squashing any free press.

The President and the Plague How Donald Trump failed at the single most important task of the Oval ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 12, 2020:

Looks like it came from the Guardian. Same style as their cartoons.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 13, 2020:

I didn't think the link and the source of the cartoon were the same. My bad. My comprehension is being affected by severe depression.

We may never un-do what Republican law makers are doing, and getting away with doing, during this ...

Mofo1953 comments on Apr 12, 2020:

GOTTA VOTE ALL OF THEM OUT! BLUE WAVE IN NOVEMBER!

Theresa_N replies on Apr 12, 2020:

What we need is a updated FDR. What the Democrats are providing is a Hubert Humphrey. I hold little hope for this country.

Bernie's dropping out.

Theresa_N comments on Apr 8, 2020:

I really am amazed at how badly biden is coming across during this pandemic. I guess it's his dementia. I do hope that Bernie stays in the race.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 9, 2020:

Yes, he has dementia as does tRump. Who will replace joe is the question since he hasn't had success with the DNCs position on the issues. Let's hope it's someone who has Bernie's values. This is far fetched I know.

Exemplars of great vision oft lose their sight when money and power are at stake.

ToolGuy comments on Apr 8, 2020:

Was there a link to something? Or just trolling?

Theresa_N replies on Apr 8, 2020:

John Lewis, a famous civil rights leader in the US endorsed biden for president. Biden does not have a good record on civil rights. He was against busing and helped get through legislation that sent many black people to prison.

Why is this app called “Agnostic”?

Theresa_N comments on Apr 6, 2020:

Do you know there is no easter bunny?

Theresa_N replies on Apr 7, 2020:

If you KNOW there is no easter bunny or tooth fairy for that matter than you should be able to know there is no god(s). No more evidence for god(s) than there is for them.

Chelsea Clinton’s Subtweet Of Jared Kushner Echos Critics Asking How He’s Qualified To Fight ...

Charlene comments on Apr 6, 2020:

Who gives a flying fuck about her opinion..🤮

Theresa_N replies on Apr 6, 2020:

I hate everything about the clintons but she is educated in the field and has experience which cannot be said about kushner.

"Love takes off the masks that we fear we cannot live without and know we cannot live within.

Freedompath comments on Apr 6, 2020:

That’s scary!

Theresa_N replies on Apr 6, 2020:

It's scary and hopeful.

Day 37.....

Zoohome comments on Apr 5, 2020:

Who would spend the time painting it?

Theresa_N replies on Apr 5, 2020:

I think it's very funny. Painters from that era aren't known for their sense of humor.

Creepy Creeps, the lot of them.

Theresa_N comments on Apr 3, 2020:

Made me smile. An accomplishment given how depressed I am.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 3, 2020:

I can't. I'm in too much pain and I think I've got Covid 19.

Trump’s gay press aide says it’s wrong to link President to rise in anti-LGBTQ hate / Queerty

Theresa_N comments on Apr 3, 2020:

What's the slang word for someone like this? He is a traitor, but there must be something cruder.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 3, 2020:

I couldn't think of Quisling, thank you.

Dolly Parton says virus is 'lesson' from God: [msn.com]

SeaGreenEyez comments on Mar 29, 2020:

I happen to like her, but one must wonder how her God feels about her 50+ year OPEN marriage. I mean fornication is fornication, adultery is adultery. It makes no sense to think a virus is a lesson, but sleeping with men that aren't your husband isn't. Theists ... they simply can't ...

Theresa_N replies on Mar 29, 2020:

Jesus was obsessed with adultery.

Biden Sides With Big Pharma Against Plan That Could Make Coronavirus Vaccine Affordable – Sludge

bobwjr comments on Mar 26, 2020:

That is not the Biden I know

Theresa_N replies on Mar 27, 2020:

You might know him personally but you are unfamiliar with his voting record if you would defend him. I'm voting for Bernie regardless.

I'm no scientist but it seems to me we sure are giving the climate a breather with much of the world...

SCal comments on Mar 24, 2020:

It's funny that people blame each other for government pollution numbers that never implicate, you know, governments and their militaries. But it is well known that governments are the actual largest polluters on the planet, by far. It's not even close. The US military pollutes as much as the ...

Theresa_N replies on Mar 24, 2020:

It's funny how different our experiences have been. The street's here have a small fraction of their normal traffic. The grocery store is as busy as usual, but that's to be expected, people need to eat during a pandemic. The medical cannabis dispensary is as busy as usual, as above, people need their medicine.

You can lead a boy to college, but you cannot make him think. -Elbert Hubbard-

Cutiebeauty comments on Mar 24, 2020:

But you can make him study and do his homework or no fun time...

Theresa_N replies on Mar 24, 2020:

When a young adult goes to college the parent loses control of studying and "fun time."

To those who have a Christian background: How are New Testament theology and evolution compatible?

piphirho comments on Mar 22, 2020:

There is a belief system in which the soul does evolve in a sense. The mechanism is reincarnation. The "soul" is immortal and experiences multiple lifetimes as a learning experience to evolve toward perfection. It does not have a name as far as I know and is not an organized religion. It is more of ...

Theresa_N replies on Mar 22, 2020:

There is no more evidence of reincarnation than of adam and the garden of eden.

"Nonviolence is not a garment to be put on and off at will.

Robecology comments on Mar 21, 2020:

The more crowded it gets, the more senseless, unexplainably violent we - or any species - becomes. Proven in '62. Also the more asexual - Also the more greedy Also the more we trend to neglect/abuse children Also the more prone to illness. This research was the impetus for my career. ...

Theresa_N replies on Mar 21, 2020:

So you have a problem with asexuality? What's the problem exactly?

Quote of the day: "People are dying who have never died before.

Theresa_N comments on Mar 19, 2020:

His dementia is getting pretty bad.

Theresa_N replies on Mar 19, 2020:

Well, Biden is showing the early signs of dementia, tRump's has been severe for quite a while.

"Joe Biden wins big in primaries across America.

Theresa_N comments on Mar 18, 2020:

Yes, the Democratic establishment includes all major news outlets other than fox which is all in for Drumph. We don't have a democracy any longer. I'm writing in Bernie.

Theresa_N replies on Mar 18, 2020:

I won't vote for anti-vaxers and homeopaths.

Per Joe, it was just a joke... (you can't make this stuff up)

Cast1es comments on Feb 10, 2020:

Name calling occurs , when they do not have a valid response . Admittedly , the question was rude to start with , but the answer was even worse .

Theresa_N replies on Feb 11, 2020:

The question wasn't rude at least unless your a biden fan girl.

Belief is back: why the world is putting its faith in religion

Paddypereira comments on Feb 9, 2020:

Although this is a reality, also many people on the other hand are moving away from religion. Islam is growing? Perhaps. It won't be forever. Sooner or later people will be disappointed with it. I don't have a problem with people believing in God, I have a problem with organised religion. The belief...

Theresa_N replies on Feb 9, 2020:

I've seen enough disorganized religion believers that they are not much better than believers in organized religion. Politically yes, but they tend to be the anti-vaxxers and the people that don't want telescopes on mountain tops. I've had it with crystals and magic.

It's very, very scary that just 6 weeks before the Iowa primary Bernie Sanders and Elizabeth Warren ...

mcgeo52 comments on Dec 21, 2019:

And Warren has now backed away from Medicare for All.

Theresa_N replies on Dec 21, 2019:

She never fully endorsed it. Another reason to support only Bernie.

I'm interested to know if former Christians here began doubting because of particular doctrines like...

Word comments on Dec 12, 2019:

I no longer consider Christian After my dreams and other prophetic experiences come to pass. I come to understanding thru research that Jesus the Christ is Angelic lord of host Lucifer the devil. The LORD Almighty will bless them, saying, "Blessed be Egypt my people, Assyria my handiwork, and ...

Theresa_N replies on Dec 12, 2019:

I say this from experience, see a psychiatrist.

WOULD EDIBLES HELP?

Castlepaloma comments on Nov 29, 2019:

It's dangerous to smoke anything even if it is lettuce. Snogg dog said Willie out smokes him. There is always brownies.

Theresa_N replies on Nov 29, 2019:

And there's always vaping.

Do you agnostics decorate for Christmas?

tinkercreek comments on Nov 25, 2019:

I don't think we've voted as a group yet. What's with this "you agnostics" nonsense?

Theresa_N replies on Nov 25, 2019:

I can't figure it out either. Agnostics seem to like to be exclusive. As an atheist I usually try to say both agnostics and atheists.

Can you love a racist?

SeaGreenEyez comments on Nov 18, 2019:

There's a funny thing about families today and old school racists (not that I'm excusing ANY racism. "Old school" meaning old people, like over 70 or so.) Before I chose to become an orphan and my Mom recently dying, there were racists running amuck in her gene pool. I choose not to know them and ...

Theresa_N replies on Nov 19, 2019:

@ToolGuy, I am 64, soon to be 65. My family are all racists. It was once much more acceptable to be openly racist, so older people are much more likely to be so. I struggle with racist thoughts because of my upbringing. I compensate for this.

Have been away for several weeks due to mice getting into my computer.

Cutiebeauty comments on Oct 26, 2019:

Welcome back.. Get a cat 😊😋

Theresa_N replies on Oct 27, 2019:

I am dreadfully allergic to cats but have a terrier that disposes of one every once in a while.

Is CO2 good or bad? - Not a trick question...

Athena comments on Oct 3, 2019:

Too much of it in your blood will kill you. Plants need it to survive, so if you ask a plant it will give you a different answer. However, too high an O2 concentration will kill you too.

Theresa_N replies on Oct 3, 2019:

One can breath 100% oxygen (if you don't have COPD) without any negative consequences.

So, this happened yesterday: I blew up at my wife when our 5-year old daughter said that God made ...

darthfaja comments on Oct 1, 2019:

So I just read your bio..... Man dude you are in a very tough spot. Your wife is religious and you’ve just recently found out there is no god. That’s going to be a lot for your wife to handle and it’s going to create confusion for the kids. I would advise seeking out help from a ...

Theresa_N replies on Oct 2, 2019:

Quakers never burnt anyone for "being a witch." There are two types of Quakers in the world. The evangelical ones, relatively recent development, and traditional Quakers of the FGC and conservative types. One has "churches," the evangelical type and one has Meeting Houses. Evangelicals have sermons and pastors, FGC and conservative ones do not. I used to be a Friends General Conference Quaker. I still admire the pacifism and simple living I was part of. I'd never be an evangelical one as they are little different from southern baptists.

Well.

St-Sinner comments on Sep 30, 2019:

Not good. Is a difference in beliefs so important in a relationship that you can throw all else to wind? Was he insisting that you believed in what he did? I believe a true love should transcend differences. Was he a good human being? Was he a good husband, a good father, a good brother, a ...

Theresa_N replies on Sep 30, 2019:

You are almost an evangelical christian yourself. Your political views are no different than theirs. I disagree about this and nearly everything else you right, to the original poster, get out as fast as you can.

Just a few more days. Who's excited? [youtu.be]

gater comments on Sep 24, 2019:

I had no idea this was coming out - looks like it might be good :)

Theresa_N replies on Sep 25, 2019:

Been looking forward to this for quite a while.

Elizabeth Warren is surging ahead of Joe Biden in Iowa.

Bigwavedave comments on Sep 23, 2019:

I disagree. He has helped move the dial, and bring in new voters.

Theresa_N replies on Sep 23, 2019:

I agree. Bernie Sanders saved the Democratic party. Elizabeth Warren pales in comparison.

I sure wish the Obama's would throw their support to Bernie. That would be huge! [cnn.com]

Theresa_N comments on Sep 9, 2019:

Obama is a neo-liberal, he'd never support Bernie.

Theresa_N replies on Sep 10, 2019:

Jimmy Carter has reformed himself. I remember Jimmy Carter's presidency, I demonstrated against him when he was president. The neutron bomb, the repression in Latin American countries that were our allies, he was no saint when he was president. Thank goodness he's changed.

7 hours on climate for the candidates. [grist.org]

Athena comments on Sep 6, 2019:

If only Republicans were smart enough to tune in.

Theresa_N replies on Sep 6, 2019:

If only non-progressive democrats would tune in. The only candidate with a serious position on climate change is Bernie Sanders.

Michigan to become 1st state to ban flavored e-cigarettes [apnews.com]

altschmerz comments on Sep 4, 2019:

Vaping is worse than smoking! If marijuana is illegal, e-cigs should be too. (But we're hoping it gets legalized everywhere in the US.)

Theresa_N replies on Sep 6, 2019:

What evidence do you have that vaping is worse than smoking? Does it cause cancer and COPD? I have no problem restricting access to non tobacco, non menthol flavors as they appeal to teenagers. But other than that and age restrictions, I believe vaping should be unregulated until proven harmful by EVIDENCE.

Who Agrees ??

Robecology comments on Sep 3, 2019:

Sorry, decaf haters...straight caffeine gives me the shakes...palpitations, and general agita. Half decaf is much more tolerable to me....and lately they've been making some tasty decaf coffee. I can have 36-40 ounces of half-decaf....but much less full octane stuff...so I prefer enjoying my ...

Theresa_N replies on Sep 6, 2019:

I agree with you although I no longer drink half-caf. I cut my coffee consumption in half and now drink full caf. When I drank more full strength coffee my tremor was worse and I was more anxious.

Who knows what this joke refers too?

Theresa_N comments on Sep 4, 2019:

I do.

Theresa_N replies on Sep 4, 2019:

Somebody already gave it away. It's from Monty Python's Flying Circus.

If anyone has the slightest inclination that all this BS will end on 01/20/21.

MojoDave comments on Aug 9, 2019:

I disagree. Trump BARELY won in 2016. Many Independents and some Trump supporters have been disillusioned. Some severely. I think many who did not vote in 2016 WILL vote in 2020 - against Trump. I don't see that Trump has increased his base at all, probably just the opposite. Between now and then, I...

Theresa_N replies on Aug 10, 2019:

Bernie Sanders was not "the fly in the ointment," the DNC was the putrid ointment.

There may come a time , when I will need to move into assisted living quarters .

Theresa_N comments on Jul 22, 2019:

I'm currently "shopping" for an assisted living facility for myself. Trans friendly ones are unheard of. Most have some sort of religious affiliation. Non private pay ones that are at all decent are not available. I will be able to pay for one for a few months only because I will sell my condo....

Theresa_N replies on Jul 23, 2019:

As my income from social security and SSI totals just over $800 per month, my ability to invest is zilch.

Be judgemental.

powder comments on Jul 21, 2019:

I know a family, 4 children One gay male, camp as tent city One ladyboy, had boob job but still meat and tackle One masculine lesbian daughter One straight son with family Honestly, the nicest family you will ever meet

Theresa_N replies on Jul 21, 2019:

Lady boy is an offensive term.

Anybody seen “THe Lavender Scare” last night?

Theresa_N comments on Jun 19, 2019:

Just as trans people are treated today.

Theresa_N replies on Jun 19, 2019:

Trans people are not necessarily gay. It's a cis view they are.

It's a fact...

Ravenwolfcasey comments on Jun 18, 2019:

That's absolute rubbish

Theresa_N replies on Jun 19, 2019:

What he says is true as far as it goes. We must have a modified organic production process in order to slow climate change and the extinction crisis. Current industrial farming is a major contributor to both.

Should we all become teetotalers because there are alcoholics?

skado comments on Jun 18, 2019:

The extremists and fundamentalists are the ones who give religion a bad name, but those people exist in all other human endeavors, government, business, etc. Remove religion and extremism still exists. Fundamentalism is the problem, not religion.

Theresa_N replies on Jun 18, 2019:

Fundamentalism isn't the only part of religion that's harmful. Take the methodist church, it's not fundamentalist yet they don't allow gay marriage, they preach about how transgender are bad. Or take the catholic church, do I have to list all their problems? Religion is bad by it's very nature. I say this as someone who has experienced many christian sects and none of them apart from liberal Friends have anything good about them.

Though Atheism is not a religion, which one of them are more generous? :)

Amisja comments on Jun 14, 2019:

Hate to correct him but Muslim isn't a religion too. Plus not homeless person shaming but..nice trainers.

Theresa_N replies on Jun 14, 2019:

A majority of people in Scandinavian countries have agreed to a higher tax rate. They are democracies unlike the US of A.

Trump reportedly ordered aides to bury an internal poll showing him losing Michigan and Pennsylvania

gearl comments on Jun 11, 2019:

That same poll shows him losing to Mr. Sanders by 9 points, Ms. Harris by 8 points, Ms. Warren by 7 points, and Mr. Buttigieg and Mr. Booker each by 5 points. from the Washington Post

Theresa_N replies on Jun 12, 2019:

I don't understand the support for Biden. Then I remember that he is supported by the DNC and their allies.

Agnostics??

genessa comments on Jun 11, 2019:

a whole lot. i don't think we've been counted, though. a good number of us, including me, are NOT agnostics. i myself am an atheist. g

Theresa_N replies on Jun 11, 2019:

I'm an atheist. I think cosmology has proven there is no omnipresent, all powerful being in the universe.

I'm a strong supporter of free speech and the power of opinion.

AnneWimsey comments on Jun 10, 2019:

Ooookkkaaayyy, only "liberal" ideology call names? On what planet, exactly?

Theresa_N replies on Jun 10, 2019:

Yes, exactly. Isn't drumpf the champion of name calling?

Why am I reading The Cost of Discipleship?

1of5 comments on Jun 5, 2019:

Yet he still has faith. That's someone I'd rather not be reading.

Theresa_N replies on Jun 6, 2019:

I think if he had had the time he would have ended up atheist.

Do we need an analyst to deduct this?

MojoDave comments on May 29, 2019:

I suspect this was news, and possibly shocking news, to viewers of Faux News. To anyone who read part 2 of the Mueller report this is old news. I'm glad Napolitano is slowly giving the deplorables the truth, not all at once but a little here and a little there. Hopefully that will prepare them for ...

Theresa_N replies on May 30, 2019:

Not only the repugs crushed and put out with the trash but also blue dogs and neoliberals.

Eeyore is my favorite

Robecology comments on May 27, 2019:

Eeyore's a pouter, but not a downer. Pouters pout...then move on. Downers stay stuck....no fun at all. What I'm saying is...be like Eeyore. It's OK to pout....but then put the thought to bed...and move on.... or you'll never get "invited to shenanigans"...

Theresa_N replies on May 29, 2019:

The "pouter" poster is totally ignorant about depression.

My coworker had migraines 3 days in a row because he was fasting for Ramadan.

Dallasdave comments on May 23, 2019:

Ramadan fasting is only during daylight. At night they feast. Headaches are probably from caffeine withdrawal. Fasting does not cause headaches.

Theresa_N replies on May 25, 2019:

When I've fasted I've always gotten a really severe headache. I get hypoglycemic. God I hate when atheists talk out of their asses.

Can we prove something doesn't exists, if it does not exist?

CeliaVL comments on May 24, 2019:

No. Basically because although something may not have existed up until now, there is always the possibility that it might be demonstrated to exist in the future. Thai is why science is always open to change, new evidence, and reinterpretation of existing evidence. If we want to say that something ...

Theresa_N replies on May 24, 2019:

The same can be said for the easter bunny, the tooth fairy, and the Loch Ness monster. There is no reason to trouble yourself about their existence because of the total lack of evidence for them. That's my gripe with agnostics, they insist that the impossible might exist.

Feminism is killing us...😆

KKGator comments on May 23, 2019:

His Mountain Dew, vaping, and taquitos will kill him LONG before feminism ever will. To which I say, GOOD!!!!!

Theresa_N replies on May 23, 2019:

Vaping is harmless and will not lead to his death.

Some folks wonder where all this hate and discontent comes from.

Fred_Snerd comments on May 18, 2019:

We should be better people and not hate this person or any person. No crisis is solved by hate. We should be examples of love and understanding. Atheists can become eaten up with cynicism That hate manifests even toward fellow non-believers. We cannot affect change if we nurture our ability to hate....

Theresa_N replies on May 19, 2019:

The Friends, Quakers, took the approach of love and understanding in approaching hitler and the third reich, look how successful they were. Fascists don't respond to love and understanding because you are not human to them. Killing seems the only thing that works.

WTF!!! I suppose art is not allowed. [edition-m.cnn.com]

Neenz comments on May 11, 2019:

What?!!! this is shitty .. i was thinking to but those jesus loves you Ts add not! And walk around those who are buying them.. maybe I'll for it for real.. this is not free world it's oppressive world we're living in

Theresa_N replies on May 12, 2019:

If you think jesus was loving and forgiving you've cherry picked the gospels. Read them all from beginning to end. Jesus was not loving and forgiving in much of the gospels.

Muslim guide dog.

citronella comments on May 8, 2019:

A) Why is this posted in the introverts' forum? and B) When do we get to see the part that is funny? Because all I see is anti-Islamic sentiment wrapped up in alleged humor.

Theresa_N replies on May 11, 2019:

Lighten up. If we can't make fun of religion's oddities we don't deserve to call ourselves atheists. We can make fun of catholic communion wafers but not islam's bizarre clothing requirements? How about dogs? The most loving dedicated companions who are considered haram by islam. That to me is the most bizarre thing about islam.

Another hit piece that singles out thc for causing "psychosis" and "violence" but is much gentler ...

Justjoni comments on May 7, 2019:

There is a research-verfied link between marijuana use and onset of both schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, but the causality isn’t clear. Current thinking generally aligns with the theory that THC triggers a genetic propensity. Also those predisposed genetically to schizophrenia respond ...

Theresa_N replies on May 9, 2019:

The only link to scizophrenia is that it MIGHT cause earlier onset in those who will get it anyway. This is a very weak link that shouldn't be considered a link at all. As for bipolar disorder, I havn't read about it. Is it a reasonably strong link or coincidence like the link to schizophrenia? The fact is that public health experts are biased and looking for links that aren't there.

Should we respect other people's beliefs?

Moravian comments on May 6, 2019:

Surely it depends on the beliefs. i respect the beliefs of a pacifist Jain or Buddhist but not the beliefs of a white supremacist bigot.

Theresa_N replies on May 6, 2019:

At least a "a black supremacist bigot" has real grievances, a white supremacist is just angry over losing unearned privilege.

A hit piece in The Guardian saying that cannabis is addicting.

AncientNight comments on Apr 30, 2019:

I've heard that milk leads to alcoholism, because all alcoholics started out drinking milk. Having been smoking Cannabis since 1965, I've never had any withdrawals when I stopped smoking it from time to time for various reasons. Withdrawals are a sure sign of addictions. I had withdrawals when I...

Theresa_N replies on May 1, 2019:

You go through withdrawal from anti-depressants but I've never gone through withdrawal because I didn't have cannabis. All sorts of things cause addiction. Caffeine, toothbrushing, name it. The question is whether the dependence is worth it. Cannabis relieves my pain, depression, and anxiety. My life is far better off with cannabis than without it.

A hit piece in The Guardian saying that cannabis is addicting.

glennlab comments on Apr 29, 2019:

Very poorly written article that belongs on the op-ed page and not as a news article.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 29, 2019:

That's what I thought. I have less and less faith in specialists in public health.

Today I tried to give my mother advice, and she said that the bible says that one should not listen ...

Theresa_N comments on Apr 27, 2019:

At least your mother still speaks to you.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 28, 2019:

Mine is now dead. Stopped years prior to that though, partially because of religion.

"This is the end of my presidency, I'm fucked." Okay, but when is the ACTUAL end?

Charlene comments on Apr 26, 2019:

Pelosi si do..won't let it happen, it'll piss off her owners!

Theresa_N replies on Apr 27, 2019:

The neoliberals Obama and Pelosi are afraid of what impeachment will do for the markets, that's their only concern.

what is an atheist? what do they believe?

Normanbites comments on Apr 23, 2019:

Nothing without evidence.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 23, 2019:

Exactly, no woo, no spirits (or spirituality), no god(s).

Franklin Graham Cites Death-to-Gays Bible Verse in Post About Pete Buttigieg | Hemant Mehta | ...

Christiep77 comments on Apr 21, 2019:

I think what is lost on Mr Graham is not just this particular story of Lot and his daughters, but that fact that if you are a Christian you believe that we are all sinners and Mr Graham would know that he is also included in that group. I know the people on this site don’t believe that and ...

Theresa_N replies on Apr 22, 2019:

The mayor's religion is reason enough not to support him.

Minister says virgin birth is bizarre claim, prayer doesn't really work, maybe nothing happens after...

greyeyed123 comments on Apr 20, 2019:

He also says the resurrection probably didn't happen. What is it that makes someone a Christian if they don't believe anything most Christians believe, lol? I'm confused.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 21, 2019:

Everyone has their own path to atheism. You didn't mention the denomination of the minister. In some churches such views are more acceptable than in others.

If anyone was feeling so inclined.

Merseyman1 comments on Apr 20, 2019:

I would still be an atheist to your church...I don't do weed! 😊

Theresa_N replies on Apr 21, 2019:

You're missing out. I don't need to "do weed" with a congregation though, it's a solitary experience mostly for the medicinal effects including joy.

I just had my account suspended on I Love Growing Marijuana for objecting to the term "she male."

Kafirah comments on Apr 9, 2019:

Where is this group? On here? On agnostic.com?

Theresa_N replies on Apr 14, 2019:

No, they're a separate site.

I find it funny how religious people keep saying you can't be spiritual without religion.

Boomtarat03 comments on Apr 12, 2019:

You're absolutely right,I am a believer but not into a religions or in any related to that...?

Theresa_N replies on Apr 13, 2019:

Anybody who's a believer is delusional. I know, I had that delusion for many years.

I find it funny how religious people keep saying you can't be spiritual without religion.

Marktzu comments on Apr 12, 2019:

Kind of broad brush. All religious people are racist, no Compassion etc. Its this type of negativity that real limits any chance of dialogue.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 13, 2019:

My ILS worker is evangelical. She went on a racist rant last time I was in the car with her. She named nearly all varieties of human being, except white, as being despicable and treachorous. I'm looking for a new ILS worker who is non-evangelical, non-racist, non-LGBT hating.

Hey just spotted this group thought I'd share with all you folks my bongs that I make you can see ...

Puzzlement comments on Jan 8, 2019:

I gotta say dude...these new oil cartridge like vaping pens are the only way to go. Almost no coughing:-)

Theresa_N replies on Apr 10, 2019:

Yea, I've been vaping too with cannabis from the dispensary while my crop matures. Plan to make e-juice with one of my plants when they're mature.

We are all created equally. Agree/Disagree?

LenHazell53 comments on Apr 9, 2019:

We are all equal in the eyes of the Law or Lore, all equal in the right to a life free of unnecessary suffering, all equal in our right to happiness and fulfilment. But are we born physically, mentally,emotionally equal? Hell NO!

Theresa_N replies on Apr 10, 2019:

Depends on what you mean by equal. There are all sorts of equal. People with ordinary looks are equal to Hollywood stereotypical looks in every way. In fact they are superior because their looks are often more interesting than the plastic look of the Hollywood type.

I just had my account suspended on I Love Growing Marijuana for objecting to the term "she male."

RavenCT comments on Apr 9, 2019:

They set out to be as offensive as possible and** you **got blocked? Yes I just went into dog howling tone of voice. Wow! Did you know we have a grow group here? "Cannabis Growers Group" and this weed one "Legalize Cannabis Nationwide/Worldwide Group".

Theresa_N replies on Apr 10, 2019:

I guess I'll spend more time on here. ILGM has more though but I don't want to be around jerks anyway

I honestly think that way in the back of every stout religious person's mind sits a little Ricky ...

Novelty comments on Apr 9, 2019:

I don't think anyone actually believes any of it, it's just cover for cultural bias.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 9, 2019:

Then there are a lot of shoes you have neglected to walk in, including mine when I was a theist. I believed in many of those things.

I honestly think that way in the back of every stout religious person's mind sits a little Ricky ...

Novelty comments on Apr 9, 2019:

I don't think anyone actually believes any of it, it's just cover for cultural bias.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 9, 2019:

I believed in it when I was a theist. It was hard giving up the belief. Don't minimize the religiousity of people until you have walked in their shoes.

I do hope you all realize that those mom and pop people who put their freedom on the line for ...

Besalbub comments on Apr 3, 2019:

I'm not in a legal state and in a way it's a little more exciting than going to a store , just like moon shine .

Theresa_N replies on Apr 8, 2019:

I hate the crap $350 an ounce stuff I got from my former dealer. Now I just get concentrate from the dispensary and grow my own.

I would like to comment about healing, mine in particular and what I have gleaned from others about ...

powder comments on Apr 7, 2019:

I think it's important to #1 forgive those who wronged you. Don't forgive actions, remember and never forget, but forgive the person or revenge will eat you up And #2 don't have regret. Sure you may do things differently again but what's done is done and all experiences since would be different. ...

Theresa_N replies on Apr 7, 2019:

I still suffer PTSD and a negative attitude from my mother. During the last few years of her life she refused see me because I am transsexual. I wasn't welcome at her funeral. She left me far less than others in the family so now I'm on SSI and have no . She bombarded me with her negative talk all my life. She's gone, I'm glad.

I would like to comment about healing, mine in particular and what I have gleaned from others about ...

powder comments on Apr 7, 2019:

I think it's important to #1 forgive those who wronged you. Don't forgive actions, remember and never forget, but forgive the person or revenge will eat you up And #2 don't have regret. Sure you may do things differently again but what's done is done and all experiences since would be different. ...

Theresa_N replies on Apr 7, 2019:

I will never forgive my mother. Thank goodness she isn't around anymore.

Currently in the last few weeks of flowering.

Besalbub comments on Apr 6, 2019:

Smell got me busted You can get carbon filters at lowes or home depot .

Theresa_N replies on Apr 6, 2019:

I can't be cutting holes in my condo's doors, I'm going sell it. It's currently in my bedroom closet. If I could afford it I'd get an ozone generator but I'm on a very low fixed income. Talking about this on here might get me into trouble with the police.

26 atheist/agnostics in the whole state, and at least one is a fake account. I'm gonna die alone. :/

ponderingatheist comments on Mar 5, 2019:

We all die alone. It is our one debt to pay that we cannot pass on to others.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 5, 2019:

Lot's of atheists in Minnesota. Just look at the number of UUs. I'm no longer UU but am a rather committed atheist. Currently trying to replace my ILS worker as she's a racist theist.

Individual states and the FDA are continuing their assault on Kratom, trying to schedule it to CI, ...

RavenCT comments on Dec 13, 2018:

I'm really tired of this. Maybe they just need to make it a free for all. The people who are going to abuse the heck out of opioids are going to do it regardless. And the folks who actually need them are suffering to the point of craving death.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 5, 2019:

I agree. Just make everything legal and medically treat addicts. I use THC for pain control, it doesn't get rid of it entirely but makes it more managable.

Has anyone ever called a suicide hotline? What happened? Was it helpful?

Malachiseyi comments on Jun 8, 2018:

I did when I was in the USA. One of their tactic is to make you wait for an annoyingly long time. And then they try to access your level of depression. If they feel like you have the will and ability harm yourself, they will send an ambulance your way. In short, they, like most people, don't ...

Theresa_N replies on Apr 4, 2019:

I've found suicide hotlines worthless.

We need a group for Aspergers only, No family or others, just those with Aspergers.

ipdg77 comments on Apr 2, 2019:

The best I can suggest is form your own group, that way the parameters can be exactly as you want

Theresa_N replies on Apr 2, 2019:

How do I form my own group?

All I need control my depression and physical pain (arthritis, fibromyalgia) is medical cannabis ...

LeighShelton comments on Apr 1, 2019:

theres a really good web site called erowid that shows you a gorillas guide/cheap way of growing cannabis for yourself. its a brilliant site that tells you about the pros and cons of all drugs from coffee and tobacco too heroin. i think this could help a lot of people.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 1, 2019:

LeighShelton, your suggestion was a good one, but three months is a long time to be in pain. I'm about two three months in with mine and it looks like it'll be another month till ready.

All I need control my depression and physical pain (arthritis, fibromyalgia) is medical cannabis ...

altschmerz comments on Apr 1, 2019:

Yeah if it wasn’t ILLEGAL the insurance company could help pay for it - it makes ZERO SENSE to keep it illegal when studies have proven how beneficial it is. It never made sense to make it a schedule 1 drug. It’s probably not as potent, but have you tried CBD oil?

Theresa_N replies on Apr 1, 2019:

CBD is more expensive than THC and does absolutely nothing for me.

How many of you now grow or has a friend that does ?

LucyLoohoo comments on Jun 25, 2018:

I grow. It's a medicinal strain and I bake with it. It's a beautiful plant!

Theresa_N replies on Apr 1, 2019:

All strains are medicinal. CBD is no more medicinal than THC.

All I need control my depression and physical pain (arthritis, fibromyalgia) is medical cannabis ...

UpsideDownAgain comments on Apr 1, 2019:

Many people talk about their need for cannabis but don't look into the many other herbs that will ease their conditions. Licorice will heal arthritis from what I understand while ginger will ease the pain while you're waiting for it to heal and help the licorice work faster. There are a number of ...

Theresa_N replies on Apr 1, 2019:

None of what you suggest is backed by research, I mean real studies, not internet "research." I don't have the to spend on things that rely on the placebo effect.

All I need control my depression and physical pain (arthritis, fibromyalgia) is medical cannabis ...

LeighShelton comments on Apr 1, 2019:

theres a really good web site called erowid that shows you a gorillas guide/cheap way of growing cannabis for yourself. its a brilliant site that tells you about the pros and cons of all drugs from coffee and tobacco too heroin. i think this could help a lot of people.

Theresa_N replies on Apr 1, 2019:

I can't speak about growing cannabis because of the police. But it takes a tremendous amount of time and am currently waiting for maturity. In the meantime I am in tremendous pain both mental and physical.