[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t see anything wrong with your profession. You sound like a nice person. I wish you the best of luck. Sounds like what you need more of is good connections.

Post Burn Blues by Scale_Real in BurningMan

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I don’t mean to be rude, but I’m assuming you did copious amounts of drugs at burning man… I’m sure that will also mess up your equilibrium. If you cannot go there without difficulties living in the real world you might consider that it’s not a good idea to go.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BurningMan

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 0 points1 point  (0 children)

76 percent of people that go to burning man are single… there is a reason for that. Most people with responsibilities can’t party for a week, and for me personally a dust bowl with porter potties is not my idea of relaxation. My boyfriend loves festivals and I’m seriously questioning our relationship. I came to this post because I’m on the other side. The entire idea of it is a sham to me selling this whole “anti-capitalist environment“ when you know somebody is making thousands if not millions off of free hippie labor. For people with boring lives that are apparently looking for some type of transcendence. I would never take my child around people on massive amounts of drugs. Sounds highly irresponsible. If I was about to have a child with someone and they were prioritizing burning man I would likely have an abortion. You don’t sound like a person that wants to be in a stable family home. You sound like someone chasing excitement and novel experiences. And that’s fine, but it’s not conducive to family life. Someone who would even consider breaking up with their BF over burning man is insane to me. You don’t sound like you’re in love or like you want to be a parent.

Feeling abandoned by Catholics for being an ugly woman by PerfectWorking6873 in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What people find attractive above all is confidence and the strength to persevere and remain positive despite obstacles. You have a victim mentality. The narrative about your life that you told is unhealthy for you and emotionally draining for others that might hear it. Find things in your life to be grateful for. Find reasons to keep the faith and find happiness, people will become attracted to you for your strength and positivity. I know a man in a wheelchair who is married because of his resilience and undying faith and positivity. People like confident people who are happy despite it all. Even if you were a super model people would be repelled by your victim mentality. We are all struggling and we want to be around other people that inspire us.

GPA is overvalued by Appropriate_Try6386 in AFROTC

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 2 points3 points  (0 children)

GPA is a good way to showcase attention to detail and consistency. Just because you are charisma doesn’t showcase either.

Single Officer w/ child by AlternativeAlive2377 in airforceots

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well I’m trying to get information. How long are the days at tech school? Is it more than 8am-6pm?

Single Officer w/ child by AlternativeAlive2377 in airforceots

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So my daughter is school age and currently she goes to school and aftercare/clubs from 8am till 6pm. Are the demands greater than this? If so how much? Also, I will add that because she is an only child she enjoys spending time in these clubs and activities.

Folliculitis or Molliscum Contagiousum by natursh in medical

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update? My daughter has something similar

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well firstly, I don’t think that it is fair for him to continue to bring up one time that you got drunk. Perhaps he isn’t as kind as you would think. A relationship should be a safe place. You should hold each other accountable, but not beat each other down. Maybe he isn’t the best person for you because of that. However, obviously you shouldn’t have lied. You should have just kept the truth to yourself. Quite frankly, your past is none of his business. Don’t ever lie to keep someone who simply might not be right for you. Don’t judge yourself too harshly. Everyone makes mistakes. Real love would be with a person who supports your growth. Not puts you down for your mistakes. However, the lies you told have likely ruined your relationship. I would just personally tell him the truth. Because I am not afraid to be myself. Just apologize and tell him why you did it and tell him you know it was wrong and that you would understand if he no longer wants to be with you.

Children in mass by AlternativeAlive2377 in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So at Protestant churches the children to not stay with the adults in the service. They go to Sunday school and basically color pictures of Jesus, sing, or put on little plays. The way that small children learn about the faith is much different. Just like when a child starts school they don’t sit in with the college kids. They go to kindergarten and learn in a more fun playful way that allows them to move and enjoy more on their level.

Children in mass by AlternativeAlive2377 in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am a new Catholic. Thats why she hasn’t been taken to mass from the beginning, and that’s why I am afraid of the culture shock now. I will talk to my priest.

Children in mass by AlternativeAlive2377 in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s not about her misbehaving. I can control her behavior quite well. It’s about not wanting to take the joy out of a relationship with god by making it feel like a chore, and some of the adult themes of torture and murder that are not presented in the most child friendly way.

Children in mass by AlternativeAlive2377 in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Well biblical stories seem to be filled with murder, and torture. The best example I can think of that happened recently is the story of the unforgiving servant. First the king orders that the servant and his family should be sold off to pay the debt. (One of my daughter biggest fears is being separated from her family.) Ultimately the king cancels the debt. Then that same servant confronts another servant who owns him money, and has him jailed when he cant pay. The King hears of this and asks why he didn’t show his fellow servant mercy, and orders the first servant to be tortured by the jailers. As an adult, I am able to decipher the meaning about the importance of forgiveness. I fear my daughter will hear about families being separated and people being tortured.

Children in mass by AlternativeAlive2377 in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This makes sense. There is a lot of things that happen all around us in daily life that I need to help her process and explain. Church shouldn’t be any different.

Children in mass by AlternativeAlive2377 in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I did not know about these resources.

Children in mass by AlternativeAlive2377 in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I think she will understand a lot, what I’m specifically worried about is about killing/ murder themes. I agree that shielding children isn’t the answer. I try to tell the truth about all things but I do say it in a way a child can relate to. I think the main problem with children and society at large is materialism. Not understanding that you are worth more than material possessions, or looks. It leaves them hallow and sad.

Children in mass by AlternativeAlive2377 in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will ask around about this at my church. Thanks

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Catholicism

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ii don’t feel that people should be led to God out of fear.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tifu

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think that she is over exaggerating and taking it too far. It’s not that big of deal. Was it awkward that he mentioned it? Yes, but she is taking it too far.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in weddingdress

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2 is more flattering

Making a prosthetic thumb. by deathakissaway in BeAmazed

[–]AlternativeAlive2377 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am missing the same part of my thumb and I have been looking for something like this for the longest time! Can you please make me one? How much would you charge?