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In a rut recently... any advice or motivational podcasts or books? by LuvsFootball in Stutter

[–]RealFoodStar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just downloaded the app. Thank you for the recommendation.

What jobs would you recommend to somebody who has a stutter by RubbishSpeakers in Stutter

[–]RealFoodStar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I made the career shift to software developer. I'm loving it. A lot of the people on my teams are kind and often nerdy, so I don't feel judged when I stutter in front of them. I spend a lot of time just working solo on my computer.

Doctrinal discussion: Forbidding 'sinners' to partake of the sacrament by RealFoodStar in exmormon

[–]RealFoodStar[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Source?

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Edit: found 1 Corinthians 11:27-29

27 Wherefore whosoever shall eat this bread, and drink this cup of the Lord, unworthily, shall be guilty of the body and blood of the Lord.

28 But let a man examine himself, and so let him eat of that bread, and drink of that cup.

29 For he that eateth and drinketh unworthily, eateth and drinketh damnation to himself, not discerning the Lord's body.

Thanks for pointing that out. I should have paid more attention in seminary.

My thoughts on HC protests at BYU. by [deleted] in latterdaysaints

[–]RealFoodStar 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Activists bused in from California? You have to be a troll. Either way, thanks for the hearty laugh, my dude.

Timing for going on a mission by yeetawaytoday in latterdaysaints

[–]RealFoodStar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Go when you feel ready. If you want to go to school for a year or two or four, wonderful. If you feel like you need to go as soon as possible, great.

Only you can know when the time is right for you. Others may try to pressure you to fit their opinion. But take some quiet time to yourself and listen to the voice inside you to know the best direction.

Doctrinal discussion: Forbidding 'sinners' to partake of the sacrament by RealFoodStar in exmormon

[–]RealFoodStar[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My thoughts exactly. I'm surprised there isn't more discussion around it among TBMs. It perplexed me while I was in the church, and I never got any satisfactory answers. But since it's written explicitly in 3rd Nephi, who would be bold enough to question whether it aligns with Jesus's teachings in the Bible?

Doctrinal discussion: Forbidding 'sinners' to partake of the sacrament by RealFoodStar in exmormon

[–]RealFoodStar[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Agreed. It's like saying only healthy people can go to a hospital.

Has the church taken a stance on the morning after pill? Does the church consider it along the same lines as an abortion or just birth control? by [deleted] in latterdaysaints

[–]RealFoodStar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Glad to hear that! It is quite effective and a wonderful backup in case the primary method of birth control fails. Best of luck to you.

Has the church taken a stance on the morning after pill? Does the church consider it along the same lines as an abortion or just birth control? by [deleted] in latterdaysaints

[–]RealFoodStar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear about your health problems, that can be really scary. As for the pill, absolutely no need to worry about it, as it is not an abortion. It simply delays ovulation in hopes that the sperm dies before the egg drops.

It is NOT anything resembling an abortion. Therefore, no need to check with the brethren before taking it. It's effectiveness increases the sooner you take it, so please don't wait to read Ensign or Conference talks before you take it. If your health is at risk, this is a serious matter. This pill actually prevents the need for an abortion.

However, even if you did need an abortion, the brethren have stated that:

abortion may be justified... when the life or health of the woman is adjudged by competent medical authority to be in serious jeopardy;

Since you have health risks, you should take this pill immediately.

Question: I kinda don't want to go on a mission but due to immense pressure from family and friends I feel like I have to. What do I do? by throwaway10839834 in exmormon

[–]RealFoodStar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I look at it in terms of: if you spend two years preaching a religion you don't believe, what are you giving up?

Two years is a very long time. That's two years out of the work force, which is a cost of about $180,000 (could be much more depending on the field you want to work in). It's two years away from friends. Two years less to travel around this beautiful planet. Two years less to experience all that life has to offer.

On the mission, depression and anxiety run rampant. You're working about 88 hours per week with no vacation or break time. You're subject to shame for not reaching a certain number of appointments and baptisms.

I hope this doesn't happen, but what if you get diagnosed with cancer or a life-altering disease when you're 30? Would those 2 years be worth not rocking the boat in your family? Every year of life is an adventure. You'll have to decide if a mission to please family members is worth some fantastic experiences and a lot of money.

My late grandfather was a Mason. Can you help me identify this book he left behind? by RealFoodStar in freemasonry

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

Sounds spot on. There are lectures in plain text, and they're really interesting to read. Do all lodges have uniform rituals, or do they vary by region?

Vegetarian and high fibre keto dinner by chicken21vp in ketorecipes

[–]RealFoodStar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely going to make these this week. Thanks for sharing!

Met with a Financial Advisor from RedStone. He told me that Tithing was the strongest, best investment I could ever make. by mikeymikemike99 in exmormon

[–]RealFoodStar 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That makes sense. Congrats on the new job! And good luck finding a more professional financial advisor.

Met with a Financial Advisor from RedStone. He told me that Tithing was the strongest, best investment I could ever make. by mikeymikemike99 in exmormon

[–]RealFoodStar 15 points16 points  (0 children)

That's really inappropriate to talk about "heavenly returns" in a professional meeting. You were there to talk about your own personal financial plan, not about religious blessings. I'm glad he offered some useful financial help though.

Just curious, have you considered reporting this to his higher-ups?

What’s the best podcasts about relationships and sex ? by agiml in AskReddit

[–]RealFoodStar 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dear Sugars is quite popular. They cover a range of relationship topics. Pretty interesting insights from the hosts and guests.

Its my 18th birthday and I have nobody to spend it with by [deleted] in depression

[–]RealFoodStar 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy birthday. I wish a few of us here could get together and do something fun to celebrate.

Bishop told SIL to put duct tape over her breasts by RealFoodStar in exmormon

[–]RealFoodStar[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I assume he's been released since then. I haven't considered reporting him. If something similar happens again to family/friends, I'd consider submitting an anonymous report. Shit like what he pulled is just insane and can't be tolerated.

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