How did you choose? - Page 7

Quahom1 · 04-09-2005, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Geist

You people make living seem so effortless and easy!

LOL I've been wearing a "uniform" and carrying out orders for over 25 years, sometimes those orders caused great pain and sorrow for me. I've bitten my tongue so many times in front of some morons who out ranked me, it's a wonder it is still attached in my mouth. My carreer has weighed heavily on my personal relationships and relations. I've lost some very good people and friends along the way.

But!...I wouldn't trade one second of it for anything. It is what makes me, me.

I think life makes the soul strong and tough. However, we decide if we want to be bitter, or better, for it.

I find it ironic that you asked to be able to talk with "God", and state He is silent. Maybe, some of us are the tools He uses to grant you your request??? Then again, maybe not. Who knows? But still you aren't alone (apparently).

v/r

Q

Geist · 04-09-2005, 02:48 PM

Sounds like school.. There are some big idiots in my school and some are the teachers believe it or not! Its frustraiting because I know I'm right and they don't believe me until its too late. *Sigh* oh well at leat someone learns!

I think there would be some aspects of my life I'd like to change and some situations if given a secound chsnce I'd do diffreantly.

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Originally Posted by Quahom1

But still you aren't alone

It feels that way. Its always so cold and stormy in my head and I can't help but be cincal and that keeps people away. In one aspect thats a good thing because if someone really wants to be my friend then they would look behind it and find the real me.

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truthseeker · 04-09-2005, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Geist

It feels that way. Its always so cold and stormy in my head and I can't help but be cincal and that keeps people away. In one aspect thats a good thing because if someone really wants to be my friend then they would look behind it and find the real me.

You're still very young though. Kids can be cruel and intolerant because they know nothing else. Adults can be cruel and intolerant because they know nothing else. Old people can be cruel and intolerant because they know nothing else.

There will be people, sprinkles of people few and far between, that you will bond with. You will bond with these people because you all share a common purpose that you won't know of until you meet these people. They won't care about your outside appearance because they'll be connected to you by spirit. These will be life-long friendships, whether you like these people personally or not. What these people will represent, you'll eventually understand, are the worldly sides of you that are not manifest in your actions. But this is a good thing because that will bring balance to your life as well.

When I was in high school (I graduated in '93) I was a weirdo to everybody else. I wore black everyday and I didn't know I had a smile until I was 20. I had four friends who were more like followers because I barely regarded them. Those people are still my friends today. I'm on a different level than they are, but they keep me grounded.

ISFP · 04-09-2005, 06:45 PM

truthseeker-

i just wanted to say that was beautifully stated.... truthseeker is right, Geist. there will be those rare people you can truly connect with. they are out there. you will find your path. and there will be people along the way who will find you.

Master · 04-10-2005, 02:57 PM

I believe that the closer you come to an understanding that there must not be one religion that you believe in only, the closer you approach GOD. Life in the physical world and spiritual world is about learning. I believe most religions are correct in one form or another on most of thier teachings, but belonging to one religion only is restricting yourself to their rules so learning becomes impaired. You should remain open to all possibilities and maintain the spiritual learning process

Geist · 04-10-2005, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by truthseeker

There will be people, sprinkles of people few and far between, that you will bond with. You will bond with these people because you all share a common purpose that you won't know of until you meet these people. They won't care about your outside appearance because they'll be connected to you by spirit. These will be life-long friendships, whether you like these people personally or not. What these people will represent, you'll eventually understand, are the worldly sides of you that are not manifest in your actions. But this is a good thing because that will bring balance to your life as well.

Thta reminds me of my best friend we are like very good sisters we aren't at all alike. Like Yin and Yang. Shes my opposite its strange..

Quahom1 · 04-10-2005, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Geist

Thta reminds me of my best friend we are like very good sisters we aren't at all alike. Like Yin and Yang. Shes my opposite its strange..

Heh, heh, heh, My buddy Terrence (the guy I talked about above), and me...we're like that. Polar opposites. He's been my best friend for 25 years. Everytime we meet (which could be years), is like no time has passed between us. And he can get me in sooooo much trouble...

v/r

Q

truthseeker · 04-11-2005, 07:20 PM

Yeah, I have three friends and a cousin that keep me grounded. They think I am so weird but even when I shut them out they never shut me out. They are all in my life for different aspects and they are all my best friends. They are all different than I am but I need them - they keep me leveled. They are like lovers without the physical attachment.

You sound like a good person, Geist, that has had to face some challenges at a time in your life when the challenges are particularly difficult. But you are strong because you are seeking the strength of others to get through it. You need that strength to fulfill your life's contribution to the life of mankind. Your grandfather's departure was not in vain. His legacy of love is left most profound in you.

Geist · 04-17-2005, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by truthseeker

You sound like a good person, Geist, that has had to face some challenges at a time in your life when the challenges are particularly difficult. But you are strong because you are seeking the strength of others to get through it. You need that strength to fulfill your life's contribution to the life of mankind. Your grandfather's departure was not in vain. His legacy of love is left most profound in you.

I'm weak because I really on other things for my strength instead of being able to stand alone.

Lightkeeper · 04-17-2005, 07:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Geist

How did you choose what religion you are a member of?

I have no religion currently because I have never found one that suits my beliefs so what about everyone else?

My religious beliefs have been formed from many years of experiencing life, studying, searching and trial and error. After all that I learned that staying open and not getting too tied to any particular belief was the best route for me.

Conscience · 04-17-2005, 08:35 PM

I didnt choose a religion, I just chose to believe in what Jesus said he did, and he proves it. Since then, he uses me for his will.

truthseeker · 04-20-2005, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Geist

I'm weak because I really on other things for my strength instead of being able to stand alone.

In due time, my dear. In due time. These other things that you rely on will become you. The principals of these other things, I mean. The principals that you stand on today make you stronger than some others around you, I'm sure. As you continue to grow in the understanding of what you can and can not tolerate; what makes you happy and what irritates you; what makes you feel pretty and what makes you feel ugly; what parts of your personality rightly represents you or wrongly represents you in certain situations - you'll be stronger. But there is a fine line between strong and hard. Hard is the lies built up. Strong is doing all things in truth - being true to yourself.

Geist · 04-20-2005, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by truthseeker

In due time, my dear. In due time. These other things that you rely on will become you. The principals of these other things, I mean. The principals that you stand on today make you stronger than some others around you, I'm sure.

how can you be sure when i don't have a bloody clue!?

truthseeker · 04-20-2005, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Geist

how can you be sure when i don't have a bloody clue!?

You'll see, Geist. There are exciting things ahead. They will make you laugh, make you cry, make you love, and help you to understand when you should take your battles elsewhere. You think you've been through alot? All this is preparing you for the matters ahead. If you remember to stand on your principals without limiting yourself, you won't regret anything. You'll have such a fabulous life, that you'll want to write a book everytime you go through something.

Abogado del Diablo · 04-20-2005, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by truthseeker

You'll see, Geist. There are exciting things ahead. They will make you laugh, make you cry, make you love, and help you to understand when you should take your battles elsewhere. You think you've been through alot? All this is preparing you for the matters ahead. If you remember to stand on your principals without limiting yourself, you won't regret anything. You'll have such a fabulous life, that you'll want to write a book everytime you go through something.

This is true. Unfortunately, there is nothing anyone can say that will convince you that things will be any different than how they feel now. My parents both died within a year and a half of each other when I was about eighteen. I was inconsolable and I wouldn't wish that kind of heartache on anyone. But I pressed on and despite all the ups and downs, life has been great - made better, ironically, by learning to know myself at a much earlier age then I might otherwise have done because of that time of suffering.

I know it's small consolation to you right now though.