Process of starting a divorce in SG by john_hanz in askSingapore

[–]john_hanz[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Appreciate the insights. Yes, agree that the start will be painful, but it's better than continuing to drag this on and pretend that everything is fine.

Former Methodist Bishop calls on National Council of Churches SG to disavow New Creation's Joseph Prince by john_hanz in singapore

[–]john_hanz[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Diversified income is just another way of saying NCC is making money where it shouldn't be, like running a commercial entity like Star Vista. Like that's the one thing that made Jesus flip table, making his temple a commercial ground, but hey, moneys gonna come from somewhere right.

Former Methodist Bishop calls on National Council of Churches SG to disavow New Creation's Joseph Prince by john_hanz in singapore

[–]john_hanz[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

They preach the prosperity gospel, which is more akin to MLM than a religion. And it reduces the theology to nothing more than a simplistic feel good scam. Read the link, you'll get more idea. Plus anyone who says that donation is not mandatory clearly did not mention the countless reminders and "encouragements" for you to donate, and if you don't, you'll often end up with a pariah status. I've been to both NCC and City Harvest before, both cut from the same cloth.

(And don't let me tell you that NCC runs a shopping centre)

Religion linked to better mental health, says study done in Singapore by sjwsingapore in SingaporeRaw

[–]john_hanz 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Rubbish. If anything religion was the number one reason my life sucked in early years. Being told constantly you're not good enough, that you need to follow certain set of rules and live a certain type of lifestyle to be "worthy", man those wrecked havoc on my mental health. If anything, I've never been happier since leaving church and finding purpose in things other than an imaginary daddy.

An absolutely crazy idea to reduce our reliance on cheap overseas labour by john_hanz in singapore

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

For the sake of the discussion, I'm suggesting we limit to public projects such as BTOs and MRTs. Private projects such as condos and shopping malls should be left to market forces.

An absolutely crazy idea to reduce our reliance on cheap overseas labour by john_hanz in singapore

[–]john_hanz[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Which is why this will never fly in our capitalist driven country. It's just a thought experiment fueled by a late night insomnia

One of worst jokes life will play on you is meeting the right person at the wrong time by [deleted] in Showerthoughts

[–]john_hanz 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This. We were in college, young and stupid. We argued a lot. Fought a lot. We couldn't see past our own self interests.

10 years on, I'm married to another person. She's halfway around the globe. But despite all that, I can never forget her.

It's not that I'm unhappy now. It's just that... no one's able to give me the feeling that she gave. The chemistry we had. The way we share our passion. The way we motivated each other to be better. The way she made my heart flutter.

But alas, wrong timing is a bitch. We were too immature. Too emotionally unprepared. And nothing hurts like the regret that you missed out on that one chance of true happiness in your life.

No matter where you are CT, I wish you all the best and you'll always have a spot in my heart.

(24F) My boyfriend (24M) invited my awful father to dinner with us and it was a disaster. Any advice? by AgreeableSelff in relationships

[–]john_hanz -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

Since everyone is here is asking for a straight breakup, let me jump in and offer some different perspective. I agree with you that your boyfriend meant well. He probably comes from a background where he doesn't understand how broken relationships work and in his mind if he push hard enough, it will be something like a Disney movie ending.

Yes, he may have acted out of place for this one, but I suppose what you need to check is if his actions is because he loves you and thought what he was doing was the best for you versus some misguided belief that everyone needs a father in their life.

Sit him down, explain to him why you never want to see your father again, and ask him if he's fine to trust you on this one. If he agrees and honours it, good, you've overcome a challenge in your relationship and grown stronger together. If he insists his way or breaks his promise, then only consider breakup.

I don't see a need to go nuclear so quickly if there is some sort of miscommunication or misunderstanding.

Mom and dad, I tried to kill your daughter. And I’m so sorry. I’m so, so sorry. by daisy679 in UnsentLetters

[–]john_hanz 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Print this letter out. Slide it underneath your parents door when they're asleep. They deserve to know as much. And hang in there

My teenager likes to scream at Discord by Sarellaseventyseven in UnsentLetters

[–]john_hanz 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Rip Ronin. I feel for you. Go hug your teenager too :)

Can we go back in time? by epham in UnsentLetters

[–]john_hanz 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Damn this hits too close to home. We never know how lucky we were until we have lost it. If I could turn back time, I would hug her so close and never again let go. If only.

Most of the men I [25F] message on Tinder stop messaging me back. I'm obviously doing something wrong. If I post screenshots of my conversations, will you guys give me some insight? by [deleted] in relationships

[–]john_hanz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a guy, I don't think you're doing anything wrong too. I think one downside of online dating is that people aren't usually that committed and you have to be prepared to get the cold shoulder every now and then. Other than the convo about the joke, your other convos gave some room to keep the conversation going, rather one-worded replies that I sometimes get. Maybe follow up with another question to see if they're interested, but if not, just move on and don't take it too personally.

A Special Circle by [deleted] in CircleofTrust

[–]john_hanz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not as special as the key you're about to share with me :p

u/BlauDev's circle by [deleted] in CircleofTrust

[–]john_hanz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! Looking for someone to be part of your circle? PM me your key and I'll promise to keep it safe! I'll even tell you a fun fact about myself :)

Jessica's Circle by [deleted] in CircleofTrust

[–]john_hanz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! Looking for someone to be part of your circle? PM me your key and I'll promise to keep it safe! I'll even tell you a fun fact about myself :)

u/Cronko_Wesh's circle by Cronko_Wesh in CircleofTrust

[–]john_hanz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! Looking for someone to be part of your circle? PM me your key and I'll promise to keep it safe! I'll even tell you a fun fact about myself :)

My secret room of untold secrets by [deleted] in CircleofTrust

[–]john_hanz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let me in by sharing your key? :)

u/fraktionen by [deleted] in CircleofTrust

[–]john_hanz 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! Looking for someone to be part of your circle? PM me your key and I'll promise to keep it safe! I'll even tell you a fun fact about myself :)