11-Year-Old College Grad Wants to Pursue Astrophysics to Prove God’s Existence – Friendly ...

Simon1 comments on Jul 23, 2018:

Bit of luck a some uni life will sort his head out ....nothing like a few years of sex ,drugs and rock n roll to make someone grow up

jlynn37 replies on Jul 23, 2018:

Not everyone fits your mold. I am 80 years old and have never done drugs, I never listen to rock-n-roll, but sex was my thing (notice the "was", nothing lasts forever), and I feel pretty grown up. Your mileage may vary.

11-Year-Old College Grad Wants to Pursue Astrophysics to Prove God’s Existence – Friendly ...

starwatcher-al comments on Jul 23, 2018:

Well, that'll be a dead end career.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 23, 2018:

If he can do it, more power to him and he will be the proud recipient of the Nobel prize and become the most famous person in human history. Most all A-theist say that if some evidence and proof can be presented, we would change our mind. I am prepared to wait and see for the evidence and proof. Until that time, meh.

11-Year-Old College Grad Wants to Pursue Astrophysics to Prove God’s Existence – Friendly ...

SkotlandSkye comments on Jul 23, 2018:

He's young and still believes in fairy tales and imaginary friends. He's trying to reconcile his brain and knowledge with the brainwashing of his family/social group. He will eventually get up the nerve to declare he's an Atheist.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 23, 2018:

Perhaps, perhaps not.

So fellow unbelievers...what do you think about Astrology? Also a load of nonsense?

antman comments on Jul 22, 2018:

I think so but a large portion of important women in my life have been Scorpios...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 22, 2018:

Just coincidence.

Ghosts: To those of you who DO believe in ghosts, I ask, how does that work in your opinion?

Pete01938 comments on Jul 22, 2018:

How on earth can an atheist believe in ghosts? Even Casper!

jlynn37 replies on Jul 22, 2018:

@Athena Well stated my dear.

Ghosts: To those of you who DO believe in ghosts, I ask, how does that work in your opinion?

Pete01938 comments on Jul 22, 2018:

How on earth can an atheist believe in ghosts? Even Casper!

jlynn37 replies on Jul 22, 2018:

@Bendog Please read the post I am commenting too. FYI I copy and paste. "How on earth can an atheist believe in ghosts? Even Casper!"

Ghosts: To those of you who DO believe in ghosts, I ask, how does that work in your opinion?

AMGT comments on Jul 22, 2018:

I’d also be curious to learn why ghosts are seen wearing ghost clothes. Is there a ghost mall? And why, if they’re capable of defying the laws of physics, would they limit their ghost abilities to stupid shit like turning on/off lights, knocking random items over and appearing in someone’s ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 22, 2018:

@JustLynnie You say you are a scientist. If you present your case with some evidence that can be tested, then I do not believe that "assholes treat you like shit". If your "evidence" turns out to be non-verifiable, then you should expect to be ignored.

Ghosts: To those of you who DO believe in ghosts, I ask, how does that work in your opinion?

Pete01938 comments on Jul 22, 2018:

How on earth can an atheist believe in ghosts? Even Casper!

jlynn37 replies on Jul 22, 2018:

A-theists do not believe in god(s). Ghosts are NOT god(s), so A-theist can believe in ghosts or anything else they want to believe in, just NOT god(s).

Ghosts: To those of you who DO believe in ghosts, I ask, how does that work in your opinion?

JustLynnie comments on Jul 22, 2018:

Ok. Energy isnt created or destroyed...it just changes forms. So the energy that is the individual changes forms. What happens to that energy? We dont know. I do know I saw something - ghost or energy or something - and I couldnt explain it. I also saw energy leave a person's body as they died. ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 22, 2018:

@AMGT Hear, Hear. Well said.

Anybody know the laws on teaching creationism in Australian schools?

escapetypist comments on Jul 22, 2018:

Which is worse, being uneducated for being indoctrinated?

jlynn37 replies on Jul 22, 2018:

In my opinion, being indoctrinated is worse.

When you live in the Bible belt, the pressure to conform is everywhere.

NekoYuji comments on Jul 22, 2018:

I see that here in Indiana, mostly in the small town I live in. Any locally owned business has Bible verses put up; some of them have like one other have it all over their business.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 22, 2018:

Living in Indiana, you might enjoy this blog. She lives there and talks a lot about happenings in Indiana. https://www.sheilakennedy.net/

Social Gender Roles?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 21, 2018:

I read a meme that said; Men must wear a coat and tie at all times and of a particular color dictated by the occasion. As usual, a woman is free to wear anything she deems appropriate for her appearance.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

@HippieChick58 As well you should my dear and good for you.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

dalefvictor comments on Jul 21, 2018:

I see you have a strong opinion. What do you really think? (I am messing with you)(I expect it back) The Constitution says there is a separation between church and state. I think there is a gap between dog and pmurt, it just is not seen by those who consider themselves Christian. I was raised ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

@RodPhilD I mentioned that in my response and the letter from Jefferson is NOT the constitution.

How religious family members "support" you.

jlynn37 comments on Jul 21, 2018:

Just do what you can to ignore their remarks, making no response to any, no reference to any and move on. You live your life without god and they live their's with god (whatever that even means). Everything they say is nothing more that a bumper sticker cliche and is meaningless.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

@hankster Your opinion is noted as is mine.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on Jul 21, 2018:

No... because it is a Christian Nation. Get over it, is Your Reality. One day in the future will no longer be Christian or White. But the future is to be determined. In the meanwhile you were born in christian land and you pay taxes to a christian government using christian money.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

@GipsyOfNewSpain They are not MY gods. I am A-theist. Those mentioned are ALL gods plus thousands more.

How religious family members "support" you.

hankster comments on Jul 21, 2018:

I think sometimes parents have a hard time truly believing that their children are now unbelievers. I believe they continue the god savior talk believing that the child will return to the fold. chin up. it's tricky for them to see the adulting in their child.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

I agree.

Social Gender Roles?

ghettophilosopher comments on Jul 21, 2018:

All of them... All of them should go away. Wipe the board clean and let's start from scratch. We could probably do a lot better if we reworked or social constructs thoughtfully.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

@LucyLoohoo One of my life mottos is; You do you, I do me and let's strive to cause or do no harm.

Social Gender Roles?

ghettophilosopher comments on Jul 21, 2018:

All of them... All of them should go away. Wipe the board clean and let's start from scratch. We could probably do a lot better if we reworked or social constructs thoughtfully.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

@LucyLoohoo How many sex partners a woman, or a man, has will have no bearing on how I feel about her or him. I have always enjoyed sex and consider recreational sex just as valid a reason as any other. It is how one behaves and treats others that determines how I relate to them.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on Jul 21, 2018:

No... because it is a Christian Nation. Get over it, is Your Reality. One day in the future will no longer be Christian or White. But the future is to be determined. In the meanwhile you were born in christian land and you pay taxes to a christian government using christian money.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

@GipsyOfNewSpain the Christian god is Yahweh, Jehovah, Jesus. The Muslim god is Allah. The Hindu god is Vishnu, Krishna, many others. The Capitalist god is Money. Take your pick as to what "In God We Trust", "One Nation Under God" means.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on Jul 21, 2018:

No... because it is a Christian Nation. Get over it, is Your Reality. One day in the future will no longer be Christian or White. But the future is to be determined. In the meanwhile you were born in christian land and you pay taxes to a christian government using christian money.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

@GipsyOfNewSpain Your opinion is noted as is mine.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

dalefvictor comments on Jul 21, 2018:

I see you have a strong opinion. What do you really think? (I am messing with you)(I expect it back) The Constitution says there is a separation between church and state. I think there is a gap between dog and pmurt, it just is not seen by those who consider themselves Christian. I was raised ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

@dalefvictor I agree with all that you say but your comment about what the Constitution says. The words "separation of church and state" is no where to found in the Constitution. You may consider it nit picking but it is what it is.

Five Foundations of Morality in America (Jonathan Haidt) When you decide whether something is ...

KKGator comments on Jul 21, 2018:

I take issue with the notion that conservatives are somehow more "moral" than liberals, or anyone else for that matter. My experiences and observations have been the complete opposite. I also tend to reject these types of 'pronouncements' as frequently false and usually in service to an agenda....

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

Hear, Hear.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

dalefvictor comments on Jul 21, 2018:

I see you have a strong opinion. What do you really think? (I am messing with you)(I expect it back) The Constitution says there is a separation between church and state. I think there is a gap between dog and pmurt, it just is not seen by those who consider themselves Christian. I was raised ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

The Constitution does NOT say there is a "separation between church and state." It is implied and accepted as such by the wording of the 1st amendment, otherwise known as the "establishment clause" and reinforced by Jefferson's letter to the Virginia Assembly which does say it.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

Gherrera87 comments on Jul 21, 2018:

Yes! Its ridiculous these people feel they can rewrite history to suit their beliefs.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

And they very well can if the voting population will allow it.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

Yanya comments on Jul 21, 2018:

I’m comfortably indifferent to the ignorant, nothing they do or say effect me,,,I got no time for that.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

You could be very disturbingly surprised one day.

Does it annoy you when Christians say,” America is a Christian nation?”

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on Jul 21, 2018:

No... because it is a Christian Nation. Get over it, is Your Reality. One day in the future will no longer be Christian or White. But the future is to be determined. In the meanwhile you were born in christian land and you pay taxes to a christian government using christian money.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 21, 2018:

It is a nation populated by a majority of citizens who claim to be Christians. It is a nation governed by a secular Constitution and who's governing bodies are, by law. secular (in theory of course.)

A noteworthy read: [patheos.com]

walklightly comments on Jul 18, 2018:

i like Haught's perspective on our limited journey on earth, but as to having no choice about the final curtain: my mother chose her finale at the age of 85, which is still 20 years ahead of me, & i'm currently not even able to choose a stress-free, non-bloodpressure-raising domestic life. so much ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 18, 2018:

@walklightly I won't be around to see any of it.

What is Reality?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 18, 2018:

Reality is the way the laws of nature and the universe work.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 18, 2018:

@kitarae You are wasting your time telling me your nonsense and I will not waste mine by reading any of it, but have a nice night.

A noteworthy read: [patheos.com]

walklightly comments on Jul 18, 2018:

i like Haught's perspective on our limited journey on earth, but as to having no choice about the final curtain: my mother chose her finale at the age of 85, which is still 20 years ahead of me, & i'm currently not even able to choose a stress-free, non-bloodpressure-raising domestic life. so much ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 18, 2018:

I imagine he was referring to not having a choice in dieing or not. We will ALL die and do not have a choice in that.

What is Reality?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 18, 2018:

Reality is the way the laws of nature and the universe work.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 18, 2018:

@kitarae Your opinion is noted as is mine.

A noteworthy read: [patheos.com]

Cast1es comments on Jul 18, 2018:

Average life expectancy , for women , in this country , is 76 , a little less for men . Decide what you want to do with your life and do it now .

jlynn37 replies on Jul 18, 2018:

Hear, Hear. Amen sister.

Reaching out

Mooolah comments on Jul 18, 2018:

I am reaching out to those dang blam Conservatives. But they are insulting me calling me "little" I am so hurt as I am 5' tall and did not think that I was. LOL!

jlynn37 replies on Jul 18, 2018:

Perhaps small in stature but a giant in intellect and humanism.

What are some of the biggest scientific breakthroughs??

Mikeb56 comments on Jul 18, 2018:

The recent observation of gravitational waves.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 18, 2018:

@Matias Nothing does on first discovery. It takes time to decipher and put into practice.

What are some of the biggest scientific breakthroughs??

HonkyBMcfunky comments on Jul 18, 2018:

I like big butts... Haha

jlynn37 replies on Jul 18, 2018:

I like butts.

Straight from your heart...old time love. write!

GipsyOfNewSpain comments on Jul 18, 2018:

When I went to Navy Bootcamp I started my letters to my girlfriend with a drawing of her face and a poem, that's all first page was. I ended up charging shipmates 10 bucks for drawing and 5 bucks for poems for their letters... I remember over a decade later on a 6 month Med Cruise allowing guys to ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 18, 2018:

I think those feeling are still there, just part of a different space and time.

What is something you think everyone should do at least once in their lives?

archer5691 comments on Jul 17, 2018:

Anal sex.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 17, 2018:

@archer5691 Whatever my friend. I wish you well in life's journey and success in finding what you are searching for here and in your life.

What is something you think everyone should do at least once in their lives?

archer5691 comments on Jul 17, 2018:

Anal sex.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 17, 2018:

@archer5691 Your opinion is noted as is mine. I am NOT knocking your, or anyone's, lifestyle. I know nothing of it and can not and will not make any judgement of it in any way. You do you, I do me and let's all strive to do or cause no harm. The petty name calling (homophobic straight man, straighty) accomplishes nothing. My "shit on the head of your dick" comment was from my anal experience with a woman. For what it's worth.

What is something you think everyone should do at least once in their lives?

archer5691 comments on Jul 17, 2018:

Anal sex.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 17, 2018:

There is just nothing like having shit on the head of your dick.

How can we as a nation accuse Russia, China and numerous other countries of being an aggresser?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 17, 2018:

merca' can do no wrong. Confirmation bias.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 17, 2018:

@dare2dream We are exceptional alright but not for what 'mercan's think we are.

Two Christians Claim on Radio Show That Donald Trump’s Critics Are “Not Human” – Friendly ...

Bendog comments on Jul 16, 2018:

I'm an Earthling. Not sure if I'm " human" . We seem to be more animal lately.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 17, 2018:

Evolution is an ongoing process and is by no means complete nor will it ever be.

Two Christians Claim on Radio Show That Donald Trump’s Critics Are “Not Human” – Friendly ...

HippieChick58 comments on Jul 17, 2018:

Freakshow!! So much for love your neighbors.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 17, 2018:

There is no hate like christian love.

What are the best arguments you have in favor of marriage?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 17, 2018:

My only reason to marry would be if you plan to have children.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 17, 2018:

@Donotbelieve My dear friend, I took no issue at all from your comment. I too am completely against marriage, but only for me and others like me and yourself. We are on the same page here I would think.

What are the best arguments you have in favor of marriage?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 17, 2018:

My only reason to marry would be if you plan to have children.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 17, 2018:

@Donotbelieve Weak perhaps but it is MY reason. I am NOT judging you in any way. You do you, I do me and let's strive to do or cause no harm.

Must read article in my opinion: [roughingafterthewhistle.com]

walklightly comments on Jul 17, 2018:

the article comes a bit late in my perception. interesting how everyone is attacking the drumpf now, but no one actually noticed obama's ferocity for power, control & waging wars. more pc probably to diminish a white arsehole. the trials towards fascism have been run since after the seventies, when ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 17, 2018:

I saw Obama as just another war criminal and did not vote for him the second time.

Every time I scroll through comment sections on this site, I feel joy.

JenBeberstein comments on Jul 16, 2018:

I feel the same. I truly enjoy reading the well thought out responses from other freethinkers. I can't say that I agree with everything I read here, but even when I disagree I get educated debate more often than pointless personal attacks.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

I have never gotten any personal attacks here. Some strong disagreements, yes and that is acceptable

I apologize in advance if I ramble.

Healthydoc70 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

Some disagree with me, but some people truly believe in the invisible man in the sky along with angels, leprecauns, and other impossible incarnations.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

As Daniel Dennett has said, people believe in a belief in god.

I apologize in advance if I ramble.

VictoriaNotes comments on Jul 16, 2018:

Here are my thoughts --- I think they were knowingly deceptive if they weren't walking the talk. As a child and into adulthood, I always wondered why most adults claiming to be Christians didn't seem to take their beliefs seriously except during religious-type holidays (for show). All mouth, no ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

I totally agree. It is all hypocrisy.

Back in March, I began seeing someone - a widower and a Christian , that I met out in real life.

Sticks48 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

Once. It was very short lived. Even the great sex was not enough to keep it going for very long.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

Great sex will keep it going for me. About the only thing I have found that ends an affair is a woman becoming demanding, selfish and possessive.

What's something that is popular right now that annoys you?

IAS1 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

sex without love

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

@Varn Nothing ventured, nothing gained. It either works or it doesn't.

What's something that is popular right now that annoys you?

IAS1 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

sex without love

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

@Varn That is the only sex I will have and have done it that way for 50 years. However I feel that I "love" the woman while we share and enjoy the sexual experience together.

What's something that is popular right now that annoys you?

IAS1 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

sex without love

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

Recreational sex is just as exciting, pleasurable, satisfying and wonderful as any other and none of the baggage when it is over. Try it, you'll like it.

The Philosophical Argument for Working Less (and Wasting Time)

jlynn37 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

Had I been born into wealth or come about it in any way, I would NEVER have worked. I would have spent my time doing as I please and enjoying any and everything that gave me pleasure and happiness. Your mileage may vary.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

@tnorman1236 I retired at age 56 and have been retired for over 23 years. I live a very good life, good health, financially secure and stress free.

I see all over the internet people saying in their profiles, "I live life to the fullest".

brownH50 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

I guess "doing the best I can" sounds too cynical for mass consumption. No one I know truly lives life to the fullest.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

I agree.

I turn 50 years old july 19 and me and my wife and her friend Vivian are going to Colorado Springs ...

LadyAlyxandrea comments on Jul 16, 2018:

So talk about it with yourself in front of her lol. "Wow what an amazing thing nature and science has created under specific variables and factors. Isn't erosion and region specific vegetation with optimal growing conditions amazing..."

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

If I have the opportunity to do so, I will say that nature has played such an amazing part in earth's creation over eons of time and is so much more wonderful to understand how it happened than earth just being popped into existence in an instant as is.

I see all over the internet people saying in their profiles, "I live life to the fullest".

myownmind comments on Jul 16, 2018:

I've always wondered about that myself.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

Thank you.

I see all over the internet people saying in their profiles, "I live life to the fullest".

KKGator comments on Jul 16, 2018:

Some sort of euphemism meaning they do more stuff than you do. :P

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

or at least want to believe they do.

I see all over the internet people saying in their profiles, "I live life to the fullest".

confidentrealm comments on Jul 16, 2018:

I know I don't live life to the fullest. I'm great at procrastination and wasting time. I need to get off my butt and start living life to the fullest I guess. Honestly, I'm pretty happy with life generally. Not to happy with my love life nor with my health at the moment but not ready to check out ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

I can totally relate.

I see all over the internet people saying in their profiles, "I live life to the fullest".

astrocreep1994 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

I don't know if i life life to the fullest but im a go with the flow kndda guy and im always willing to say yes to any new expiriences

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

I can go with that.

I see all over the internet people saying in their profiles, "I live life to the fullest".

TristanNuvo comments on Jul 16, 2018:

I'm not sure about living life to it's fullest, but I do try to do a few things. Like I try to learn something new every day. I like to help people, so I volunteer at a homeless shelter. I write and play music. I try to say 'Hi' to every one I walk by on my daily walks. Then again, sometimes I ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

I like it.

I see all over the internet people saying in their profiles, "I live life to the fullest".

Hitchens comments on Jul 16, 2018:

We keep going till we're dead...then we just stop...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

Sounds reasonable.

I see all over the internet people saying in their profiles, "I live life to the fullest".

Simon1 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

I like to say i go out and do things like walk up big mountains and jump out of planes but what i actually do is sit on the couch eat chips and drink beer !,

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

My kind of living to the fullest.

Many television shows are based on god or religious themes, and was wondering if any of my fellow ...

jlynn37 comments on Jul 16, 2018:

I can not tolerate commercial TV of any stripe and just do not watch any of it. Commercials suck big time.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

@brentan Thank you for your opinion and your response. All you say about the programs you listed may be true, but they are for entertainment purposes only. If you feel that you need to be entertained, by all means continue.

God is love.

Flyingsaucesir comments on Jul 16, 2018:

Feel the wrathful love! ?

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

There is no hate like christian love.

I want to thank all that replied to my post.

escapetypist comments on Jul 16, 2018:

Is that a redneck beatup-pickup-driving Trump supporter or a billionaire private-jet-owning caviar-eating Trump supporter? I'd make an exception to honoring my integrity for the latter.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

Wrong!!!

Do you think religious or spiritual belief systems should be allowed to interfere with scientific ...

KKGator comments on Jul 16, 2018:

Religious and spiritual beliefs have no place interfering with anything, anywhere, at anytime. They're nonsense.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 16, 2018:

and for any reason.

I was a real Republican. I don't recognize my party now, or what it stands for.

jlynn37 comments on Jul 15, 2018:

My brain would never allow me to be anything but liberal and I am reasonably certain that a conservative brain would never allow it to be anything but conservative. In my opinion, that is just how brains are wired.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

@Reignmond I can only say what MY Liberalism means to me.

What would a Sunday morning agnostic/atheist community meeting look like?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 15, 2018:

Why Sunday morning? What is wrong with Friday night, all day Saturday at the lake or any day or time? I would imagine it would be like a group of people socializing with many common and uncommon interests.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

@AwarenessNow But we ain't religion.

What would a Sunday morning agnostic/atheist community meeting look like?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 15, 2018:

Why Sunday morning? What is wrong with Friday night, all day Saturday at the lake or any day or time? I would imagine it would be like a group of people socializing with many common and uncommon interests.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

@Salo Agreed.

Kentucky Judge Refuses To Marry Atheists

Commonsense comments on Jul 15, 2018:

Move out of Kentucky....or go get married elsewhere...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

That is a solution but should not even be an option that one should have to considered.

Fox News Op-Ed: Atheists Are ‘Bullies’ Who Try To Force Their Beliefs On Others - The ...

jlynn37 comments on Jul 15, 2018:

There is no belief to be forced on anyone. A-theism is a non-belief, not a belief, and it is just a non-belief in god(s), nothing more. NO one can force anyone to not believe in god(s). Beliefs are in one's mind and brain.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

@MichaelSpinler Yes, this is just one of many reason that religions are so harmful to humans and society.

Let's get personal: What is your worst vice? Mine is smoking cigarettes and eating sugar.

graceylou comments on Jul 15, 2018:

Men and animals.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

I object to being considered a vice.

This is kind of long, but I found it vey insightful and interesting.

JanGarber comments on Jul 15, 2018:

We all want to know the meaning of our lives. I just don't think we will find it in the bible.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

Any meaning to life is nothing more than what one makes of it for themselves.

This is kind of long, but I found it vey insightful and interesting.

Salo comments on Jul 15, 2018:

I tell you, we are here on Earth to fart around, and don't let anybody tell you different. Kurt Vonnegut

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

Hear, Hear.

When will religion help mankind, when will religion Begin to manufacture goods that sustains life or...

joeymf86 comments on Jul 15, 2018:

Christianity helped decrease disease by promoting better hygiene through bathing more frequently

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

@joeymf86 Thank you.

When will religion help mankind, when will religion Begin to manufacture goods that sustains life or...

joeymf86 comments on Jul 15, 2018:

Christianity helped decrease disease by promoting better hygiene through bathing more frequently

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

Please provide any evidence to support your statement.

I am curious if anyone ever wonders how can this really smart person believe in God?

Moss98 comments on Jul 15, 2018:

My brother is the most religious person I know and he’s getting a PHD at Stanford in bio. He believes the perfection science is proof of an intelligent creator and so do I. There’s really no link between believing in god and being stupid. I know a lot of dumb atheists as well as dumb religious ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 15, 2018:

Why don't you present your "proof" to the Nobel committee, win your Nobel prize and become the most famous human that has ever existed?

This morning my doorbell rang.

lyntoolman comments on Jul 14, 2018:

MYSTAdard rsponse to door knockers i ttat Jesus shouldn't be sold door like vcuum cleaners 'tauu

jlynn37 replies on Jul 14, 2018:

I like that.

Fear of Death?

Donotbelieve comments on Jul 14, 2018:

I almost died and fear was the furthest emotion from my mind, at the time. I don't know if that helps, but I hope it does.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 14, 2018:

So glad you did not die and we can all enjoy your presence here.

Moral philosophy

WilliamFleming comments on Jul 14, 2018:

Morality has been philosophized to death. There’s not much to it. Find a balance among individual, family, village, and society well being. Obviously that balance is not absolute or static. A teaching attributed to Jesus that I like is this: Don’t follow the rules because they are so written...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 14, 2018:

OK, another jebus scriptural interpretation.

Question for the single people...

Kanda comments on Jul 13, 2018:

I love sex. I have a few guys currently I see that it's all about sex with. I am always honest up front that I am not interested in a relationship. I can detach from the emotional part. I have fun, they have fun and we're safe.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 13, 2018:

My kind of woman. I have met many who feel the same.

Question for the single people...

jlynn37 comments on Jul 13, 2018:

I certainly would and have many times in my 50 years as a single man. I have never regretted it in any way. I have been single for 50 years, have lived alone for over 40 years, have no interest in marriage or have anyone live with me, so I did not expect or want it to be a relationship, other ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 13, 2018:

@valerina Nah, just an old Hedonist.

Name a few of the things you do that run against the grain with the culture where you live.

LimeySteve comments on Jul 13, 2018:

I live in the US. I'm male. It's not possible for me to care less about sports. Any sports. I cry when I feel it. Openly. In public. And I don't give a fuck what anyone thinks. I treat all people as equals. Except tRump supporters. I treat them as the complete and utterly deplorable morons they ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 13, 2018:

I also hug my male friends.

Name a few of the things you do that run against the grain with the culture where you live.

DUCHESSA comments on Jul 13, 2018:

I live in New York. People tells me I am rude because I speak my mine. I use stevia instead of artificial sweeteners. I rather watch the World Cup than football. I don't drink I speak two language well and I just registered to learn a third one...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 13, 2018:

People have accused me of being rude because I speak the truth.

One of my favorite things today.

ShuMei2018 comments on Jul 13, 2018:

I wish I could steal this

jlynn37 replies on Jul 13, 2018:

You do not need to "steal" this. It is an Internet meme, so just use it anytime you feel it is appropriate.

Opinion The White House Is Tearing Down the Wall Between Church and State

jlynn37 comments on Jul 10, 2018:

It will go as far as the voting population will permit it to go and I believe this November election will show what direction it wants this country to go.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 12, 2018:

@ReadyforaChange If what is happening in the country at this time will not awaken the voting citizenry to bring them to the polls and vote, then the apathy in this country can not be overcome and it has won. My Opinion.

Man.

BlasphemousRumor comments on Jul 12, 2018:

Yep, we’re all damaged or deranged in one form or another! Hilarious that people around here get weirded out by that. Pretty much the norm up north where I’m originally from. ?

jlynn37 replies on Jul 12, 2018:

Yes we ALL are and just comes with being human.

Identity Beliefs

jlynn37 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

I have been a Liberal, caring, compassionate, empathetic, non-violent, pacifist, inclusive, humanist (I have to stop somewhere) all my life and will remain so until the day of my demise.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 12, 2018:

@kenbur12 Thank you. I could be no other way.

Any Perry Como Fans in the Peanut Gallery?

recluse comments on Jul 12, 2018:

I can dig on some Perry Como, having been fed a steady diet of AM radio as a young boy. Although I'd prefer something like Nat King Cole. Or Johnny Mathis, god damn that dude could sing.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 12, 2018:

@RobLawrence I agree with the "Stardust" song.

I find this to be a better place to hang out social media wise.

JustLynnie comments on Jul 11, 2018:

Better than what?

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

@JustLynnie The S-word comes in a very close second, is a great starting point and is complimentary.

How do you feel about religious music being played in a gym?

Sticks48 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

Are there no other gyms there? Do you wear ear plugs? Do you ever feel suicidal thoughts creeping into your brain when you are there?

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

@EmeraldJewel It is most likely a gym open to the public but is a private business.

Any Perry Como Fans in the Peanut Gallery?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

Mr C is one of my favorite male vocalists along with Nat King Cole.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

@RobLawrence Try this and pay attention to her accompaniment. Gives me goosebumps. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KW_iStlrR9M

Any Perry Como Fans in the Peanut Gallery?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

Mr C is one of my favorite male vocalists along with Nat King Cole.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

@RobLawrence My favorite female vocalist is Anne Murray.

Any Perry Como Fans in the Peanut Gallery?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

Mr C is one of my favorite male vocalists along with Nat King Cole.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

@RobLawrence Music is one thing that most everyone has a different flavor for. I prefer instrumental to vocal, I am old school and like the music of the 30s, 40s, 50s. Big Band, Dixieland, Bluegrass, Light Jazz.

Any Perry Como Fans in the Peanut Gallery?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

Mr C is one of my favorite male vocalists along with Nat King Cole.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

@RobLawrence You lost me on that one. I never cared for any high pitched tenors. To each his own..

Any Perry Como Fans in the Peanut Gallery?

Ellatynemouth comments on Jul 11, 2018:

I know of Matt Monro. He was a great vocalist. I agree with you about today's singers.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

I did like Matt Monro.

Is love the motivator of empathy or is empathy the motivator of love?

Ellatynemouth comments on Jul 11, 2018:

Neither. It's a basic human response that keeps us looking out for each other. Some people don't have it.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

Thanks for your response and you are probably be right.

What works for you when you have a cold?

jlynn37 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

A little information about colds. From what I have read, there are about 100 strains of the cold virus. When you have a cold, you become immune to that particular strain. Once you have had every strain, you are then immune from them all and will never have a cold again. I am 80 and I have not had a ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

@bleurowz Hopefully, it will be your last.

Is love the motivator of empathy or is empathy the motivator of love?

jacpod comments on Jul 11, 2018:

the answer to this for me is it depends as there will be so many more emotions in the mix that attach to love and empathy- I enjoy my self love when it arrives and I guess for me different feelings are rising adn falling constantly some harmoniously some not and how I respond is different each ...

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

Thank you for your thoughtful response.

Does anyone else assume when they're talking to someone new that they're a right-leaning, ...

jlynn37 comments on Jul 11, 2018:

Living in Texas, it is not an assumption.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

@Bigwavedave Y'all come on down now ya heah.

Is love the motivator of empathy or is empathy the motivator of love?

TheAstroChuck comments on Jul 11, 2018:

It may well be these two concepts evolved independently of each other. Empathy probably arose due to the mutual survival needs within the tribe. Love resulted from the sex drive, the need to procreate.

jlynn37 replies on Jul 11, 2018:

@TheAstroChuck Perhaps. That is what I am asking. Just a curious question requiring a little thought but just opinions of course and all are acceptable. I always appreciate and value your input Chuck.