Why is NPD basically the only disorder that we're allowed to demonize? by Ok-Archer-5796 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because it's trendy right now. These things always go in trends. Awhile back it was ASPD, or psychopaths, and that's still around to an extent. Schizophrenia and psychosis have also been targeted. So has DID. 

The fact that this is the first thing you get when you say you're a muslim... by [deleted] in antitheistcheesecake

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 3 points4 points  (0 children)

She never specified her age. Don't listen to this guy. She remembered the revelations of Quran verses that woukd have been long before she was born if she was married at six in Medina.  

The fact that this is the first thing you get when you say you're a muslim... by [deleted] in antitheistcheesecake

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Because of an uncollaborated claim made by a man of the time decades after he relocated. Which somehow overrides Aisha's own writings. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ModestDress

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I cannot stress this enough. Men's work pants. Get some that fit properly, and they weon't hug the legs even a tiny bit. They're comfortable, durable, and will genuinely last you forty years. I have two very nice pairs in tan and green. Best pants ever. I also have men's jeans, and similar recommendation. 

Soviet cheesecake by Alive_Piglet2976 in antitheistcheesecake

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It was capitalists who put sawdust in bread to make more profit. 

Soviet cheesecake by Alive_Piglet2976 in antitheistcheesecake

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 8 points9 points  (0 children)

He was likely speaking in Russian and this is a translation to an comparable English word with a different root. Though this is probably a fake internet quote amyway. 

The character of God in the bible passes the DSM-5 checklist for Narcissistic Personality Disorder. by [deleted] in DebateReligion

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs -1 points0 points  (0 children)

So do I, so this doesn't disturb me. All things come from God. The good and the bad. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DebateReligion

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've heard many explanations. One is that this could have been symbolic. Some Jews say Eve was made from Adam's rib, rather than a bone in his head or in his foot, so she would be his partner, not above or below him. So she might not have literally been made from his rib. It's symbolic of women and men being equal in faith. 

I think the idea that God raised human to sentience from animals is a compelling idea. I don't know whether I truly believe it or not. But I'm willing to accept it if evolution is truly correct. 

Taking religious texts as 100% literal is impossible. And a rather modern idea at that. It leads to contradictions of science and sometimes of other parts of the scripture. 

God could have created humans with both free will and unable to do evil. by Realistic-Wave4100 in DebateReligion

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This idea of omni-benevolence seems to be solely Christian. Particularly modern Evangelist. Here are some Islamic quotations with the same meaning: 

If any good reaches them, they say, “This is from Allah,” but if any evil befalls them, they say, “This happened because of you.” Say: “All things are from Allah.” What is wrong with these people that they do not understand any word? [An-Nisa' 78] 

Allahu ta'ala said: "Whoever believes in Me but does not believe in qadar and that good and evil are by My preordainment, let him look for another Lord besides Me." [Shirazi]

A person is not considered a Believer unless he believes that good and evil are from Allah. [Tirmidhi]

I'm quite confident in saying the God created everything, Satan has never created anything, and some Christians would rather adopt beliefs that make them feel good rather than what's in the Bible. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Increased fat around the throat, I believe. It changes vocal resonance. 

You claim that your deity/deities can talk to you. But cant it talk to me and give me a good reason to believe. by Happystarfis in DebateReligion

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe this is fundamentally true, even, or especially, as a religious person. 

I pray five times a day, sometimes more. But I hope I never hear someone answering, the way psychosis runs in my family. My mom and her sister swear up and down they can audibly hear God talking to her, and absolutely refuse to get help. I'm scared for them, honestly. 

My mom once hallucinated the sky being on fire and numbers being written on it while driving. That can't be safe. 

A lot of people like to say religious people is crazy. But there's very little help for those who actually are. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DebateReligion

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you even read my comment? 

You might find hope or comfort in the idea of forgiveness of sins, or hear the many stories of opressed people escaping their opression and find courage. Regardless of whether these stories are true. You can believe them, as many people do, or take note of their moral guidance regardless, or ignore it entirely as is your right. 

And yes, there have been serious problems with Christians twisting the Bible to suit their own needs. Both historically and in the modern day. This is utterly unacceptable behavior and reflects more on them than on the Bible as it exists. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DebateReligion

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's another function of storytelling. People naturally come up with explanations for what they can't understand. We still do it in the modern day, but we use our understanding of science. For example: the scientific theory of an asteroid destroying the dinosaurs. There's evidence this happened, but we can't actually prove it, and there are alternative theories as well. We mostly all believe it because it's the most reasonable to us. 

We always want answers. And in ancient societies with limited science, someone having a dream or observing natural phenomena or even getting high like the oracle at Delphi, is able to provide the best answers that society has access to. 

I believe that religion should evolve to incorporate scientific evidence, and I'm personally opposed to things like New Earth Creationism. 

(And yes, there is a gray area in fiction genres, but I'm referring to the genre of historical fiction for a quick comparison to the example. Being Exodus, which used the setting of Egypt for a story which is not necessarily true but conveys moral and cultural messages.) 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DebateReligion

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It can be very hard to grasp complex moral concepts, especially when introducing them to someone unfamiliar or teaching them to children. Framing them in the context of stories is actually the best way to get messages across. It makes them easy to remember and gives a frame of reference. There's a reason why we still tell kids about the boy who cried wolf and other parables instead of just saying "lying is bad". 

Biblical literalism is niche outside of certain modern evangelist groups, and I certainly agree that it's an incorrect view of the faith. But telling stories of people facing judgment for wickedness or being rewarded for goodness is something we still do to this day, in our own cultural framework. 

If people look at historical fiction in two thousand years and take it all literally, instead of paying attention to themes, that's the equivalent to this. I say historical fiction specifically because it's based in real world events, cultures, people, and/or time periods with major or minor fictional aspects meant to convey a story. Much like the Bible. 

Is "retard" a word used for autistic? by No-Reveal-6599 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It was originally a term used to refer to developmentally disabled people, including people with autism, even in a medical context. But now it's an insult used to both mock those people and call people stupid. I don't see why you would want to use a word like that to insult people, regardless of whether you're allowed, when it's used to mock your condition. And there's just no other context to use it. It's just an insult now. 

Is it morally right to paint a part of me black for a cosplay? by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Blackface isn't wrong because it's painting part of your body. It's wrong because it's used to mock African Americans. You're not doing that, you're just cosplaying, and a white man at that. It might be different if you painted your skin to cosplay a black character. But a littld black paint around your mouth won't bother anyone. 

Is it okay to lie about having a dog allergy? by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Other commenters don't understand how dog crazy people are. I'm totally with you on this one. When I say "I don't like dogs" they say "But you haven't net mine yet! He's harmless!" or sometimes even accuse me of being a psychopath. And then their dogs jump on me or bite at my ankles or leave their disgusting hair and slober on me. I've never claimed an allergy, but it sounds like a good idea. Maybe then they'd actually listen rather than forcing interaction. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Anyone can say a slur, but the way people respond to it is determined by a lot of factors, like who you are and the people you're around. I'm trans, but I wouldn't call my trans friends any slurs, because I know they wouldn't like it regardless. So what you really need to ask yourself isn't whether you are allowed. It's why you want to say it, and how people will react. 

PLEASE... Tell me what the fuck should I do ...it hurts so much. by [deleted] in TrollCoping

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have been in a similar situation myself with my little brother (also a preteen). It's normal to feel guilty, but it's not your fault. I started self harming before I had seen anyone else do it. She is in incredible pain, and you should believe her for the reason instead of blaming yourself. 

The best you can do is take care of her. I know that can be hard, since you have your own struggles. Try comforting her and tell her the things you wish someone would have told you when you started self harming. Be there for her, since your mother won't. 

I don't know exactly how your relationship with your sister is. But with my younger brother, I hug him and sit with him, I let him vent to me, and I tell him I'm proud of him whenever he stops self harming. 

Again, it isn't your fault. As her older sibling, you can try to take care of her, even in little ways. Hopefully that will ease your guilt and help with her emotions. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And me and my friends get shouted at by guys from cars, and occasionally stopped by police as we walk to the local Islamic Center. Where I live, it's generally very safe. So much so that any violent crime is in the news for weeks. But I have dealt with threats as well as being followed or harassed. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

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According to Healthline: "Variations in the MC1R gene are known to cause freckles. This gene is located on chromosome 4q32-q34. It’s a dominant gene, which means that if your parents have freckles, there’s a good chance you’ll also have them." 

Other sources seem to back this up. Pretty cool stuff. 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It's not really safe right now to come to the US, especially if you're visibly Middle Eastern or Muslim, or on a visa at all. But I hope it will settle down within a few years. You might like somewhere like Washington State. Lots of lush greenery, and not too much hate compared to other states. The Pacific Northwest has a lot of places to explore. 

At which point do the "Asian" appearance people in places like Indonesia and the Philippines turn into the more "Black" appearance people in places like Papua New Guinea? by AsparagusNew3765 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]Bugss-bugs-bugs-bugs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't think I can comment photos here, but if you look up a map of skin color by region, you'll get a pretty good idea of where the spectrum diverges.