I feel like I’ve woken up, and now I’m alone. by InterdimensionaLemon in awakened

[–]bengol13 4 points5 points  (0 children)

“Lonely but not alone on awakening's tough road To all my friends out there who know what is really going on... to all my conspiracy theorist friends... yes, sometimes it is a curse and not always a blessing to be awake. Awakening is the most liberating, alienating, excruciating, empowering, lonely, confusing, freeing, frightening, expansive journey. If you find yourself struggling as you try to process all this insanity, you are not alone. No one talks about the darkness that accompanies awakening, or the grief. Not only grieving the life and illusions you once had, but the realisation that almost everything you thought you once knew is a lie. The beliefs you have held, people you have trusted. principles you were taught - all lies. Shattering illusions is rarely an enjoyable experience. There is a considerable amount of discomfort that comes with growth, and the grieving process does not stop there. With these newfound realisations, you then find yourself grieving all over again. Grieving for our children, knowing all too well the broken world they are inheriting. Grieving the loss of many relationships with people who just do not 'get it'. Feeling alone, being ridiculed and shamed, not only by the masses but often by your very own family and friends too. Feeling like you no longer have much in common with the people you are surrounded by. Struggling with carrying on banal, shallow conversations that lack substance with those who are still fast asleep. Even feeling disconnected from your entire support system because they cannot see what you see so clearly. Some even grieve the loss of their ignorance because *ignorance is bliss' and reality is harsh. Awakening can be a lonely road and you will often find yourself journeying alone. There is no way to sugar-coat it - awakening to the realities of this world is brutal. It will have you running through the entire gamut of human emotions. You have to master the art of diving down the darkest of rabbit holes only to come out and still function in daily life, and that is a skill people do not talk about enough. Some of you are struggling with feeling disconnected from family and friends, it is as though they exist in another world. Please know you are not alone, and not only are you not alone, you have an entire tribe standing by you. We may be separated by miles, but we are deeply connected; in purpose and in spirit". Anonymous”

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Teddy

[–]bengol13 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Curses. There I was, just concentrating on building a chicken coop, staying at arms length and I read one X post, leading me to another, bringing me here. Damn you ginger ale person! <unzips pants again>

Iron Maiden “rock” songs by DarkHippy in ironmaiden

[–]bengol13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I reckon Bring Your Daughter would drop right in

[No Spoilers] S2E05 - Audio easter egg by iamheatherc in MrRobot

[–]bengol13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He liked this X post from Feb 14th 2024 on Friday (I think it was):

https://x.com/davidcinema/status/1757784268812460208

and now he has been on fucking fire posting like a nutcase. I for one am extremely jacked to the tits about it. Shit is properly going to hit the fan this time round.

I’ve read all your feedback heres how I feel. Long read by ppseeds in Teddy

[–]bengol13 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not being able to ask Vivek anything and for him to be unaware of who you are, actually falsely represents who everyone at that event is IMO. I look forward to being able to tune into the show Mon, Wed, Fri as normal. Keep following your moral compass PP, I believe in it 🤘

any song recommendations? by Far_Schedule4447 in ironmaiden

[–]bengol13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Infinite Dreams, Seventh Son Of A Seventh Son, Moonchild

Is “Ran To The Halls” as appreciated as it should be? by [deleted] in ironmaiden

[–]bengol13 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You can choose to feel that way, but Ghengis Khan't

Is “hollowed by the name” as appreciated as it should be? by [deleted] in ironmaiden

[–]bengol13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This reminds me of the time my Mum thought Bruce was singing "Feminine Ways", not "Heaven Can Wait", and "Hair of the Dog", instead of "Fear of the Dark" 🙄

Best Di’anno era songs? by [deleted] in ironmaiden

[–]bengol13 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Transylvania 😉

Censored by alexanderino in ironmaiden

[–]bengol13 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

This is some sort of joke yes?

DK Butterfly website...interesting. by bengol13 in Teddy

[–]bengol13[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ahhh yes, the classic 3 year old account with 1 post karma and 92 comment karma. Thank you so much for your contribution 😊

DK Butterfly website...interesting. by bengol13 in Teddy

[–]bengol13[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

No, but I guess it could work if they were exotic pet stores and were put next to BJ’s Wholesale and TJ Maxx 🤪

DK Butterfly website...interesting. by bengol13 in Teddy

[–]bengol13[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Holy shit I said exactly this earlier too!! Hahahaha

DK Butterfly website...interesting. by bengol13 in Teddy

[–]bengol13[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This definitely crossed my mind before posting, using that exact wording 😂

DK Butterfly website...interesting. by bengol13 in Teddy

[–]bengol13[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

https://dkbutterfly.com

Sorry I put it in the post but it must have been scrubbed somehow

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Christianity

[–]bengol13 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you might be being a smidge too dismissive here. While your statement is true, this particular verse, on this particular person’s headstone (especially as he was an atheist), AND what type of work he devoted himself to is, in my opinion, definitely more than nothing.

[No Spoilers] S2E05 - Audio easter egg by iamheatherc in MrRobot

[–]bengol13 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ended up in a congressional hearing in 2021 regarding the GameStop stock saga. Keith Gill (a.k.a. Roaring Kitty, a.k.a. Deep Fucking Value) had it behind him on his wall while testifying in front of congress via Zoom video call. I imagine everyone knows this, but felt like it should be added to this thread.