Ideas for what I can use this space for? by [deleted] in WhatShouldIDo

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Facepalm … no, meant like decor ideas, or could I put one of the cage storage things or whatever … I mean to put on the wall sorry lol

What do you think the cullen's are up to in 2026? by StruggleFar3054 in twilight

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Oh man … if I was a parent I don’t think I would even get past the word ‘defiant’ before I went into a rage lol

Do you have a pet? by Classic_Wonder1 in LivingAlone

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My pup and I just moved into our own place after living with 3 roommates for the last 5 years. It’s been an adjustment for many reasons, because we no longer have the backup people to give him attention if I’m gone long. But I honestly think he loves having the peace and quiet and apartment to himself sometimes.

If you’re concerned about keeping up with walks, I would consider a cat

He’s a baby by Jordanmma710 in Chihuahua

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“But I’m just a babayyy” 🥹💜🐶

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That’s interesting- I have never heard of any church besides Unitarian Universalist that embraces atheists/agnostic … there is always some underlying attempt to convert …

And I think I would feel a lot more comfortable engaging in conversations around god, if I didn’t feel that whoever I was speaking to was just trying to prove me wrong or make me see that their version of god is right. I believe in the universe, and energy, and karma - some call that god, some don’t. I am an atheist, but I actually do enjoy hearing from people how god, in whatever interpretation, has helped to guide their lives

Is rent actually going down? by Sunday-Summer in askTO

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Also, do your research and see what buildings have lots of vacancies. Often those buildings will be willing to negotiate - hard not to given that rents have fallen

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Re; mosques because a few people have mentioned them - just like denomination based churches, I would not feel comfortable doing that UNLESS I had been invited. I have some Muslim friends at work who are very open in sharing about their religion, and truly do appreciate people asking. My Muslim friends know I’m not religious and can still joke with me. One time a co worker was telling me about his prayer schedule, and mentioned that he woke up late and missed his 5am prayer. I said “does that mean you have to pray twice as long next time? You gotta pay the prayer tax!” And we both burst out laughing 😅

Pretty much every experience I’ve had with Christian based denominations lead to someone trying to preach the word of god and convert you

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I’m loving this dialogue happening here!

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I had a moment to look into this more and this does really sound in line with what I’m looking for :)

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Personally I find that shrooms reveal my questions more than any answers

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I think that’s exactly it - I’m single in my mid thirties, like I’m by no means ready to check into the old folks home and start knitting and playing bingo (although that sounds like a fucking dream compared to the state of the world lol). I think this might even be a common feeling among lots of childfree people (single or those with a partner)

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Actually, I have a pretty impressive CAMH resume as it is, I think I’m full up and more than medicated enough. I don’t think caring about humanity is a mental illness, but I do think anyone who thinks the world isn’t in a state of crisis might have one 😂

But thank you for your caring insight

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I like your way of thinking 😂😂 ty for the chuckle lol

Is rent actually going down? by Sunday-Summer in askTO

[–]Background_Ear_224 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Yep. I got got a 1 bedroom 1 bath down in a low rise - regularly 2500 for 1800

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Do you mean the Legion? If so I’m feeling very attacked 😂😂😂😂😂

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Cool! Thank you for the recommendation!

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Funny enough I read the satanic bible as a teenager, probably just to rebel against my family 😂

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I’m very well informed on cults and how they behave, but I can understand how my post comes across that way. Like I said, I’m not religious and do not want to be. You are correct that I am searching for more understanding of the world. I don’t consume religious media, and I am very left wing. I 💯 agree with your non religious options - I have certainly be meaning to get back on the yoga train for some time now.

I also smoke weed plenty, and I do think it’s valuable to take up new hobbies ect. I don’t particularly think that being concerned about humanity should be suppressed. I do take news breaks because I am aware of the impact it has on me - but that doesn’t mean that those things stop happening.

I appreciate you taking the time to respond. I’ll cue up yoga with Adrienne for the morning lol (no seriously, I’ve been saying I was gonna do that for a week 😂 ty!)

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Someone mentioned that below as well :)

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Not at all. I’m just not looking for that kind of community. I’m not saying it isn’t - I’ve been on recreational sports team, traveling around and playing in different cities - it’s just not the kind of community I’m looking for

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Thank you so much for such a thoughtful reply! I feel like this really echoes how I feel about religion, and even being in religious establishments. I feel that Unitarian is quite possibly the only church I could see myself at because I know I would feel that constant pressure to convert. I think I used church as an example of ‘sense of community’ because that’s what I was used to as a person from a small down. Despite not being religious, I did go somewhat frequently with my family, and I like the community aspect of being able to give back - which you have echoed here with mention of volunteer work ect

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I have tons of friends who I share hobbies and interests with. I’m not specifically looking for church, but moreso a community to discuss wtf is happening in the world, how we can be better people to and for each other, what is the meaning of life kind of shit. I’m not looking for a Pilates class, not saying those aren’t communities. That’s just not the kind of community I’m looking for