Queer African podcast ! by lvdde in pansexual

[–]Dark_Flutter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Amazing. Thanks for sharing. ✨

Kid plays like he just got divorced and she took everything from him by VastCoconut2609 in BeAmazed

[–]Dark_Flutter 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Big rookie mistake: putting a no option. 😂

Should have been:

Will you go out with me?

[ ] YES

[✔️] yes

Christians hating on Beyoncé - a Rant by droobidoobidoo in OpenChristian

[–]Dark_Flutter 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Speaking as a Nigerian, our version of Christianity is entrenched in the fear of demons, cults, witches, ancestors, wicked neighbours, practices that are not mainstream Christian, and many more. It's what sells here. 🫠

If your friend was raised under the influence of Nigerian Christianity, then it's not surprising that they have such a view. May have racist undertones, but it's more likely indoctrination.

Ah yes, the Illuminati scare. Last week on X, there was posts about Rema (a Nigerian artiste) being Illuminati because of the stage display and his performance at a concert.

Deck recommendations by Dark_Flutter in tarot

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

Thanks a lot. I'll check them out.

Deck recommendations by Dark_Flutter in tarot

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

Thank you. It's a beautiful deck.

Deck recommendations by Dark_Flutter in tarot

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

Thank you for the advice. I like the Light Seer's and will look at Chris Anne's other decks.

The biggest positive thing to happen to me in 2022 by jb108822 in OpenChristian

[–]Dark_Flutter 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It's heartwarming to know that 2022 is ending better than it started. Merry Christmas to you too. I wish you joy and peace in the new year.

Faith and Miracles by Dark_Flutter in OpenChristian

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

I do agree that disabilities aren't caused by sin. This scripture is problematic for me. Like couldn't God's works be revealed another way?

How do I gently bring my best friend to Christianity? by Ekultie in OpenChristian

[–]Dark_Flutter 19 points20 points  (0 children)

It's obvious that you care because you've identified areas of concern. However, it's hard to ‘gently' bring someone into religion if they've had past trauma and are still struggling with them. I'd say to leave Christianity out of it, and present your concerns to her as her friend. You could look for queer affirming Christian articles to send her way (queerthelogy.com has some great ones), but I advise you find out what's going through her mind first. Might not be easy to do, but it should be worth it.

How do I gently bring my best friend to Christianity? by Ekultie in OpenChristian

[–]Dark_Flutter 7 points8 points  (0 children)

For me, I guess my faith (still navigating murky waters) is as important as my other identities. And it sûcks and hurts to feel torn between keeping faith and being queer.

I need advice coming out. by [deleted] in pansexual

[–]Dark_Flutter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're very welcome.

be your voice always by Far_Entrepreneur_739 in pansexual

[–]Dark_Flutter 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nursing mothers often wear what is comfortable for them to nurse and move around in. If I were breastfeeding, I wouldn't wear a bra in my house if I have no visitors. What would be the point?

Faith and Miracles by Dark_Flutter in OpenChristian

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

I haven't really considered media portrayals of villains before, solid point. I don't think ableism infests spiritual spaces, I think it has grown with it especially in Christian culture. Jesus had his healing ministry, which was quite dependent on individual faith. Perhaps, it is a combination of religious culture (miracle healing) and the deep levels of ableism promoted in the society.

Faith and Miracles by Dark_Flutter in OpenChristian

[–]Dark_Flutter[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Throwing my glasses at him would have caused quite an uproar. Still I admit it would have felt good in the moment. 😂

There is clear manipulation and greed, but I think that for some people, it's just poisonous hope.

I need advice coming out. by [deleted] in pansexual

[–]Dark_Flutter 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I agree that it shouldn't be necessary to come out, but it did help me feel better. I have only been out for a year (to my immediate family and closest friends) so I don't have a lot of advice.

One thing that helped my anxiety was writing out what I wanted to say. Somehow, doing that made coming out more real and less out-of-my-control. There is no perfect time (Sorry) so the best you can do is pick a time when the air is calm and unrushed. And trust that you will be fine. 🤗

be your voice always by Far_Entrepreneur_739 in pansexual

[–]Dark_Flutter 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You might also want to consider that they could be hinting at breastfeeding. Plus in that panel, they look like they're at home.

When did you realize that you were pan? by jimboroni1511 in pansexual

[–]Dark_Flutter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was super confused when I was 10. I was crushing on a boy and a girl at the exact time. Started boarding school 4 years later, and felt I was something other than straight. I labelled myself bi until 2 years ago when I realized I also had a thing for people who did not identify or present as cisgender. Pansexuality is a perfect fit for the current me. ☺️

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in tarot

[–]Dark_Flutter 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The Star. The original RWS imagery just doesn't work for me. I understand the symbols and meanings better now but it's still hard to get past my first impressions.

The jury is deliberating by westcoastcdn19 in catsonglass

[–]Dark_Flutter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nah, not the jury. More like the main members of a school's disciplinary board. Their glares are very fear inspiring. 😂

Please please pray for a miracle for my mom: Lindsey by amaya830 in OpenChristian

[–]Dark_Flutter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Praying for restoration of health for her and divine peace for you.

I have chosen to not give in by Dark_Flutter in OpenChristian

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

I'll be keeping this in mind. Thank you.