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Forum: Politics, Philosophy, and Religion Topic: Who studied Theology |
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Replies: 3
Views: 104
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| The word "theology" concerns me. It makes it sound like God is a subject that can be mastered. Instead what one does is learn the labels and definitions man has created that gives one a feeling of mastery which in fact makes one more distant. It seems a good way to cripple faith. In a way ... |
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Forum: Politics, Philosophy, and Religion Topic: Baptisms and Christenings |
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Posted: 26 Jun 2025, 6:32 pm
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Replies: 12
Views: 298
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| Most Christian denominations practice some sort of water baptism. Some even feel that this ritual guarantees a place in heaven. A more realistic view sees baptism as a Jewish practice associated with making a change of mind (repentance) However, like the people in ancient Israel, it is difficult to ... |
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Forum: Politics, Philosophy, and Religion Topic: Religion and Comedy |
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Posted: 26 Jun 2025, 6:22 pm
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Replies: 7
Views: 201
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| A lot of humor comes from the unexpected, like the joke, "What did the deaf and blind boy get for Christmas.....cancer." Sometimes the truth can only be told in humor. George Carlin told jokes about his Catholic schooling. To the extent that religion seeks truth, it can occasionally find a... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Emotional Dyregulation/Meltdowns |
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Posted: 17 Jun 2025, 3:32 pm
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Replies: 4
Views: 1,965
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| This sort of unexpected event pain can hit hard. There can be an interval when things get better and then it hits hard again. Over a longer period of time repetitive instances become less intense and longer intervals. Going through this hurts, but there will be recovery. Sometimes it can be useful t... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Can't stop my mind from thinking |
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Posted: 12 Jun 2025, 2:07 pm
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Replies: 13
Views: 2,142
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Some people get amphetamines from a doctor for ADHD.
If you have a special interest, you might experiment to see if yu are able to focus better pursuing that. It might be possible to add an intentional component to focus so that you can use it in other areas. |
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Forum: Politics, Philosophy, and Religion Topic: Which translation of the bible you read? |
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Posted: 08 Jun 2025, 5:46 am
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,954
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| This can be a sensitive subject for some. Here is an interesting link that describes some of the issues surrounding translations. I use the KJV as a starting point. I find the Wuest, Amplified, and Young's literal translations helpful as well. https://christianpioneer.com/blogarchieve/blog257.htm I ... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Unsure |
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Posted: 05 Jun 2025, 11:03 am
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,532
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Being a barber might be stressful both for the precision that is needed and the social conversational demands.
I always liked working third shift jobs that limited social interaction. Another possibility is taking temporary jobs that limit social encounters. |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Sensory Issues |
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Posted: 05 Jun 2025, 10:46 am
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Replies: 3
Views: 1,484
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| You might try a fan or a white noise generator. |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Struggling with diaper changes and odd new behaviour |
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Posted: 31 May 2025, 6:16 am
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Replies: 15
Views: 4,980
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| Part of human development is learning how to avoid negative consequences. Some people here freak out if anyone mentions spanking. We found that if you use a wooden paint stirrer (low mass), a few swats on the back of the hand can be an incentive. We would also offer a time out of five minutes on a c... |
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Forum: Politics, Philosophy, and Religion Topic: Any other Christians here? |
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Posted: 29 May 2025, 1:07 pm
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Replies: 119
Views: 9,860
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| Christianity can be confusing even to those who are Christian not to mention those who aren't. There are so may different and even strange practices, doctrines, and traditions that it can seem incomprehensible. Here is a 19 minute video about Christianity that can be helpful. https://christianpionee... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Is the entire internet a toxic cesspool of abuse? |
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Posted: 23 May 2025, 7:04 am
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Replies: 16
Views: 3,013
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| It used to be that if someone insulted you, you could walk away and find someone else rational to talk with. Since the Internet has narrowed the opportunities to talk, just one person can be toxic enough to poison an entire venue. |
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Forum: Politics, Philosophy, and Religion Topic: Religion Matters |
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Posted: 21 May 2025, 1:09 pm
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Replies: 7
Views: 578
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| There is a web site that has books videos and a blog archive specifically for those either with little familiarity with Christianity or bad experiences. https://christianpioneer.com/ There is an interesting video about Christianity in general (19 minutes long) that avoids some of the "hell and ... |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: Childhood to young adulthood |
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Posted: 20 May 2025, 10:16 am
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Replies: 9
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As the demands/expectations of life increased, my ability to cope with them decreased.
For me - yes. I'm a good father/grandfather/great grandfather. Apart from that, a failure.
Whose expectations. It seems to me you have succeeded at what is most important. |
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Forum: General Autism Discussion Topic: What is sincerity? |
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Posted: 18 May 2025, 4:29 am
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Replies: 20
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| The etymology of the word sincere is from the Latin meaning "without wax". It was used to describe pottery in the ancient world that did not have a leaking seam or hole that was plugged with wax so that it seemed to hold water when it actually wouldn't in the long run. The usage today usua... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Obnoxious Everywhere |
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Posted: 17 May 2025, 1:15 pm
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,416
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| You might not want to place too much value on the toys. If the staff doesn't like your son, it may be picked up by the other kids who could then turn on your son. If there is someplace that has an art focus, you might find people inclined towards art to be a little more tolerant (not a rule, but a p... |
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Forum: Parents' Discussion Topic: Obnoxious Everywhere |
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Posted: 16 May 2025, 7:00 am
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Replies: 3
Views: 2,416
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| As our society increases in its collectivization, even smaller groups will display the unattractive qualities of the Department of Motor Vehicles. People will have their procedures and methods and not be happy when people are not able to be processed with machine-like efficiency. You might try a chu... |
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