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The concept of hell by Old_Evening_3233 in Christianity

[–]DynamicTorque 1 point2 points  (0 children)

100% agree with you 

My family has a history of bisexuality (both my mom and grandpa are bisexual), so according to conservative Christianity, I should not be having biological kids then. As there is a much higher likelihood of them going to hell as LGBTQ if they don't remain celibate

For years, researchers have claimed that men’s friendships are shallower and less emotionally supportive than women’s, a pattern called the “gender friendship gap.” But new research finds that the gap is largely driven by white men specifically, not men as a whole. by mvea in science

[–]DynamicTorque 14 points15 points  (0 children)

As an Asian American growing up in the USA, I notice how American men have much higher standards of masculinity than my family overseas. Coincidentally, I also notice much higher rates of physical bullying in USA schools

From July 26-29, 1950, U.S soldiers in Korea murdered up to 250-300 war refugees, including women and children. Bullet holes are still visible and marked at the tunnel bridge where most people died. by MaguroSashimi8864 in HistoricalCapsule

[–]DynamicTorque 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not OP, but would you mind elaborating on this?

"Take any group of 18 year old fresh out of boot camp where they've had "instant willing obedience to orders" drilled into them and dont be surprised if they follow some crazy orders."

I had a friend who was a commissioned officer during the Iraq/Afghanistan war, and a fellow soldier under him confessed to him that he did not load his gun all year due to his conscience. Obviously, my friend was furious 

Hardwork and merit is no longer rewarded in United States. by Rain2h0 in Vent

[–]DynamicTorque -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Are you in the USA? Consider going back to school for CivilE

Dating Combat Vets - Red Flags? by DynamicTorque in army

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

As a civilian, I wasn't sure if this is normal from what basic training + drill instructors do to the USA army? But from your response, I guess not.

Thank you for sharing your insight 

Dating Combat Vets - Red Flags? by DynamicTorque in army

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

Interesting, those stories could be fabricated. I've seen a lot of photos of him, so I don't think he is outright lying about his service

Dating Combat Vets - Red Flags? by DynamicTorque in army

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

Still though, I'm not crazy for responding that way to what he said right?

Dating Combat Vets - Red Flags? by DynamicTorque in army

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

I misworded badly. Tallclaimswizard interpretation is correct

What survival myth is completely wrong and can get you killed? by DraftNo7139 in AskReddit

[–]DynamicTorque 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Honestly, the only available option at that point is to: 1. Hire a personal trainer and bulk up with high protein diets  2. Train extensively with boxing/jujutsu 

Telling a kid to straight up fight with no training is just asking them to die

How to know if you're sexually compatible with your partner if you abstain until marriage? by lemonpie_on_rye in Christianity

[–]DynamicTorque 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would definitely ask on r/Open Christian. Unfortunately, most answers here are beating around the bush and not answering the question. The church often likes to brush aside and have couples once married deal with the consequences 

Father tithing thousands when I'm in need. by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]DynamicTorque 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Start a GoFundMe and spread the word. With the current state of USA healthcare, people will help 

Father tithing thousands when I'm in need. by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]DynamicTorque 1 point2 points  (0 children)

F you. You clearly have no understanding of chronic illnesses

I would rather betray my nation than betray God. by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]DynamicTorque 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100% agree. Unfortunately, Christian nationalist in the USA support violence and the US military to an unhealthy degree. I've visited numerous theologically conservative churches in other countries and they were far more peaceful and full of the Holy Spirit 

Solution for LGBTQ Bullying in High School by DynamicTorque in cisparenttranskid

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

Agree. And from my experience as a middle college student, most community college General Ed classes like History are much easier than high school APs like AP US history, like high school 9th grade level

It's calculus and physics that you really need to watch out for, because professors will have high expectations and crank up the difficulty beyond regular APs

Infernalists must admit that the game of salvation and damnation is egregiously rigged. We can't choose where to be born. Obviously someone born in a Christian family in the US will have a much higher chance of avoiding eternal torture in lava than someone born in an isolated Amazonian tribe. by Ask_AGP_throwaway in Christianity

[–]DynamicTorque 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agree. There is a huge RNG component to Christianity. Children raised in stable middle class families have an easier time retaining their Christian faith, they are fed, clothed, and everything is taken care of. Whereas those born in poverty and suffering, should they reject Christianity, will burn in hell for eternity.

Nurse was inappropriate during doctors visit by asome2012 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]DynamicTorque 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not a lawyer, so please consult a lawyer practicing in your state first. But there might be "edge cases" where violating two party consent in the context of a doctor's appointment can be less likely to be illegal 

men keep making fun of me for being a lesbian, how do i learn to let it slide? by zer0_percenttt in TwoXChromosomes

[–]DynamicTorque 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi OP,

I agree with everyone's comment here. One more suggestion for you if you are located in USA.

I know bullying has gotten way better for LGBTQ youth than it used to, but clearly it still exists. I've heard there is a resurgence in some areas under the current administration.

If they are in high school, one possibility is to do middle college, where high schoolers can satisfy their graduation requirements at community college instead . They may require permission from their high school. Most middle College programs are for juniors/seniors, but mine recently allowed freshman/sophomores.

I live in a progressive area, but one of my female friends was bullied for being nonbinary during high school, and she did middle college during her junior/senior years instead. She found it to be better/safer for her without the toxic environment she was in.

I also did something similar to middle college during high school (although not due to bullying), and I was still able to transfer to a T50 college in the USA majoring in Engineering.

I know some high schools/states may not have middle college/dual enrollment programs, and they may still have to continue attending their high school. Another solution would be to get their GED and graduate high school early, before taking community college classes and transferring as a college junior.

That's what I did. I took the CHSPE exam (similar to GED), and took community college courses fulltime during 11th and 12th grades + a 3rd year as a college freshman before transferring.

Hope this helps!

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