Posted by Todd on February 23, 2003, at 16:32:35
In reply to Lou's reply to rayww's reply to Lou's reply » rayww, posted by Lou Pilder on February 23, 2003, at 9:53:41
OK, OK, I understand people don't want to get their toes stepped on here, and I also understand nobody wants to step on another's toes either. Just as a matter of my own experience, I have realized that when I worry too much about being scoffed at or trampled upon for my beliefs, it is usually because deep down inside I am desperately searching for validation for my own beliefs instead of honestly wanting to share. On the one hand, your beliefs are your beliefs, and if you are truly confident in them, they will be bulletproof and you won't really care if people scoff. On the other hand, nobody's beliefs, IMHO, should ever be so bulletproof that they can't be open for growth and pruning.
When I say "you" in the above paragraph, I am referring to nobody in particular. That is just my opinion and my experience, which are each worth about a penny. I don't want to get too far off topic here - I was hoping we could start a good discussion and share our experiences. We all grow together. I feel that my ideas find no conflict with anyone of ANY religious or spiritual persuasion, rather, I feel my ideas and experiences serve to unify us all. Again - any thoughts?
poster:Todd
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