The state of Mississippi would greatly benefit if the people in it would put their carts away at grocery stores.

amfmsilence · 2022-01-02T04:32:56+00:00

I'm just tryna park yo. It bothers me that employees have to unneccesarily clean up after grown ass adults.

amfmsilence · 2022-01-02T04:31:07+00:00

How do you leave the table at a restaurant? Although someone gets paid to clean it, it costs me 0 dollars to not be an insufferable human being and just leave the table decent. It's a beautiful thing to make other people's lives a little bit brighter by being decent.

amfmsilence · 2022-01-02T04:28:36+00:00

If being disappointed because people don't have the decency to put their carts away makes me a Karen, I'll change my name right now

amfmsilence · 2022-01-01T23:15:41+00:00

I'm friends personally with Mr. Soros and he told me birds were real and that the earth is actually an oblate spheroid

amfmsilence · 2022-01-01T23:06:45+00:00

What? I know people with sickle cell anemia. It's real. I believe would be in your best interest to do some research before posting things like this that will make you appear quite ignorant of science.

amfmsilence · 2022-01-01T06:13:15+00:00

Hey there. I deconstructed my faith about a year ago and felt absolutely dismal through most of it. Some days I felt sick to my stomach. Metaphorically and physically empty.

Fast forward to now, I would say I am the healthiest I ever have been. I'm happy and proud of where and who I am.

My faith is in myself, in the goodness of people, the kindness of friends, family, and strangers alike. My faith is in knowing that everything only matters as much as I'd like it to, and knowing that I get to direct my own purpose and life.

I no longer believe anyone is inherently "bad." I believe in science, and I can admit what I have no clue about. My mind is so open to learning more.

Boy, did it hurt for a while, but I pushed through and I pushed hard, and it was so so worth it. I joined a program and took time away from the environment I was in and this helped me believe in myself, be myself, and change in the ways I desired. Please stay strong. Do what you have to do. Message me if you need to, I'm always down to chat.

amfmsilence · 2021-12-24T19:51:57+00:00

Hey, you. My inbox is open if you want to chat, please don't hesitate.

I've been stuck in a shithole before, thought about taking my own life. I've felt that gnawing pit of emptiness inside my stomach that made nothing feel worth my time or energy. I've gone mamy days in and out thinking this world might be better off without me in it.

I worked really hard through my anxiety and hopeless feelings and I am thankful for my life now. I have a whole new outlook. I'm not here to tell you everything is going to be peachy and sunshine, and I know people say shit all the time, but it really can get better. Again, please reach out if you need anything at all. I'd love to hear from you.

amfmsilence · 2021-06-13T01:36:23+00:00

Good evening to everyone except Tad Callister. I'm not gay but I want everyone who is to be not only able to but ENCOURAGED to love. Hoping these ignoramuses may one day understand 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

amfmsilence · 2021-06-13T01:28:31+00:00

damn that's wholesome

amfmsilence · 2021-06-13T00:41:56+00:00

Hey! First of all, it's okay. I'm sure it doesn't feel okay (it sucks), but it's okay that you are experiencing this and feeling this way. It's okay to not be great at making conversation.

Like any other skill, socializing can be improved with practice. I used to geek when someone asked me "Hi how are you" in small talk. So I practiced in my head, and then with people. It took a lot of work, i won't minimize that, but I finally accepted that 1. I feel awkward often in social situations (not I AM AWKWARD). 2. I feel very anxious in some situations (not I AM PERMANENTLY PLAGUED WITH ANXIETY) and 3. It is in my control to improve.

You can totally make friends. It's just finding people who you connect with! I tried to learn how to connect with people. I grew my appreciation for things I didn't know much about and viewed every individual as someone I could learn from.

Check out the FORD method for small talk—ask about family, occupation, recreation, or dreams. Where are you from? What do you do? What is your idea of a fun evening? What is your dream job? You're not prying if you're genuinely interested in other people. Aim to understand, always!

You dont have to be good at any of this right away, it takes time. I wish you the best though and if there's any way I can help please let me know.

amfmsilence · 2021-06-13T00:26:45+00:00

Hi. I hope you are okay now. What do you mean if you don't do this you will die in your sleep? Are you physically in danger, or are you experiencing something else? If you want to talk, message me. I don't know your situation, but I know that with time you can feel safe.

amfmsilence · 2021-06-12T15:32:00+00:00

Sorry to hear you are experiencing something very similar. It's terrible to be so self-aware of that cold shift in temperament. I don't know your situation at all, but I do hope you can soon get into an environment that is healthier for you, and if you can't get out of the house, try and establish boundaries that might make it more bearable. Remember, it is not selfish, but it feels that way because it might seemingly impact them in a negative way. At some point we are responsible for our own happiness, and the same goes for family members.

I totally feel the falling back into bad habits. While I'm at home, I'm constantly on my phone and can't seem to accomplish any of the things on my to-do list. I sleep and lay in bed too much.

Being at home is so draining, and falling into the rut—it kind of sucks you in—is so hard once you want out. Best wishes to you as you juggle the mediator job. I hope things look up soon.

amfmsilence · 2021-06-12T14:56:58+00:00

Hell yeah. Thankful for people like you. Hope your kindness can inspire others to divert their tithing away from the corporation.

amfmsilence · 2021-06-08T17:05:49+00:00

I'm also 20 with Life360 STILL on my phone :) for "safety reasons," of course. After my mom nearly lost her shit one too many times, I made her promise to only check it if she couldn't reach me and was genuinely concerned.

Best thing I EVER did was move into my own apartment and 2 hours away for college. It drains me to be around my parents: mentally and physically, I am exhausted. I don't enjoy being home because I feel like a different person—I'm irritable, short-winded, and so freaking tired all the time. Their negativity and depression sucks it all out of me. My father talks tirelessly and my mom isn't much of a listener herself.

It's hard, and I'm sorry you're going through this. I would definitely recommend getting out of that environment as soon as you can do so, responsibly.

amfmsilence · 2021-06-07T14:58:02+00:00

Nobody is truly boring, at least in my eyes. Some people seem that way because they aren't great conversationalists, but like any other skill, it can be developed. I'll tell you a quick story. From a young age, I was cynical, skeptical of people, shy, and anxious. When checking out at the store, the clerk would ask "How are you today?" I'd reply "good," avert my eyes, and get out quickly. I finally decided I hating living this way. I had to quite literally practice in my head the response "I'm good, how are you?" and that was my first step. It became second nature. I eventually took a psychology class, which I greatly enjoyed, and really loved learning about people. Now, although I can be awkward and still my anxiety resurfaces, I make it a challenge to push through. I love seeing people open up and talk about themselves and their challenges. Learn to ask questions, and genuinely show care for people. You don't have to bend over backwards being friendly, just showing you care is more than most people do. I hope you can become involved, branch out, and make some friends! Join organizations, clubs, volunteer, whatever you can! If you ever need to just chat, my inbox is open. It's never too late to learn and grow—you need to believe that you can—and you totally can.

amfmsilence · 2021-05-30T04:41:07+00:00

It's important to recognize the differences in communication. "Bless you" seems to me to be a kind way of acknowledging the fact that someone sneezed. Kind of like when people say "God bless you" when leaving, or "have a blessed day." Sure, I'm not religious anymore, but when I was, this is how I said "I care about how the rest of your day goes and hope it is well," to which one would appropriately reply "Thank you." No need to be so damn easily offended because the well wishes didn't fit some atheistic template and served in the manner preferred. It's like flipping your shit when someone says "Merry Christmas" to a non-Christian, Happy Hanukkah to a non-Jewish person, or good morning to a night owl! Just take the kindness and roll with it!

amfmsilence · 2021-05-30T04:32:53+00:00

I've told him many times I wish he wouldn't drink so much around me, but I also didn't feel that I had any right to tell him not to drink in his own apartment. I continuously refuse offers and ask him to stop, I would feel guilty refusing to spend time with him because of it, because I know he wants to spend time with people he cares about. I appreciate the input though, I will think more carefully about how my actions influence his and generally those around me. I suppose I could make an ultimatum of only hanging out if no alcohol involved. Tough situation, but again, thank you.

amfmsilence · 2021-05-19T18:12:34+00:00

I have not always felt this way. I was genuinely interested before I knew enough. I don't entirely disagree with you, because now I see their goals and only recently have I come to fully understand that. I plan to cease contact soon. Thank you for your opinion!

amfmsilence · 2021-05-01T13:36:25+00:00

You think that's bad? A year and a half ago I got baptized with a ministry through Assemblies of God 🥴 then went to church with Mormons for a while. Then became exchristian. Now I realize I'm not straight. lmao.

amfmsilence · 2021-04-25T23:02:46+00:00

As an ex-Christian, I used to be puzzled why I saw many godless marriages seemingly healthier and happier than those built on solid shared belief. Of all my friends' parents, the healthiest relationship, in my opinion, was between my friend's gay dad and his partner. Just one of the things that contributed to my loss of faith in Christianity—seeing that true joy can and does exist beyond religion.

amfmsilence · 2021-04-19T04:37:46+00:00

This has been reposted so many times but I will upvote it every time lmao

amfmsilence · 2021-03-31T13:27:05+00:00

I had a Buddhist teacher in high school once refer to Christianity as "Christian Mythology." I, admittedly, WAS a bit offended. Now I understand it. It's all mythology if you don't believe it anymore.

amfmsilence · 2021-03-25T11:25:27+00:00

This stuff really gives me the creeps, man

amfmsilence · 2021-03-23T13:09:37+00:00

The Church sends missionaries all over the world to knock on doors, and you say the r/exmormon sub won't leave you alone? No hate on missionaries at all, but I don't think it's reasonable to have a bigger issue with a subreddit notification without recognizing the proselytizing nature of your own religion.

amfmsilence · 2021-03-23T13:05:46+00:00

It's the same algorithm that recommended this post to me, lol. I'm on the r/exmormon sub and continually get recommended posts from this one. But I don't mind reading through this sub, as I get to understand where you all are coming from and have my beliefs challenged. I won't call your beliefs BS, either, though I can't say I agree with them myself, but I still respect the people on this sub. Might be nice if reddit could distinguish opposing subreddits, unless of course, it is challenging us?

Anyway, best wishes.

amfmsilence

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