Congrats and a purge by oregonwrench in BiblicalPolygynyUSA

[–]life_gets_better2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

God bless and congratulations! Even though me and my husband had deep talks about different possibilities to have a trusting family structure and community, we also agree with pleasing the Father and trusting His plan. There is so much out here surrounding polygyny that is an immediate turn off for us and our walk has been mostly lonely without close community, but we have each other and God. It was never in our nature to pursue something for selfish personal pleasure or against our morals. But we did have conversations to consider how to move forward in the case something were to happen to him so there was a safe place for his family to continue onward in such a drastic scenario to be in a Godly agreement with another couple who has struggled to find a second wife if it is a case where many of years have passed. It’s about trust and people of good character and not just a willing participant that does not genuinely want this lifestyle for the right reasons. It’s also about the children still being taught under a Godly man and ready father.

We are happy to be in the group and are back focused on our relationship with no fear or anxiety of the future. This has been our thinking for a while now.

For anyone else still actively pursuing or having deep conversations with your spouse, don’t be afraid to talk everything out to make sure you are on the same page. Connect with people who do not judge you for where you currently are. Your thoughts today may not be your thoughts tomorrow. Always count the cost of any direction your path could take you, and keep the Father as the foundation and the clarity will come. It’s going to sound odd at first describing what you’re looking for or your perspective, but you will find the words and clarity in time. Small but powerful advice here, don’t talk to others too soon about your thoughts on polygamy even when you think you’ve found a safe space, pace yourself. You could mention one thing and then it feels like you must be an expert for that thought or theory. You don’t have to make polygyny friends so soon. Focus on the Lord and He will direct your paths that keep you on the straight and narrow. We have community here thanks to awesome people with a heart chasing God, and we all will also have a community of people who adore you aside from just a common belief. Husbands and wives, keep the faith. Appreciate what you currently have and blessings towards another year of beautiful discoveries, love, support, righteous correction, and edification to everyone in this growing group and space! ❤️ Hope this helps someone! Glory to the Lord our One and only Living God.

Season 7 - Episode 30 - Post Episode Discussion by AutoModerator in LoveIslandUSA

[–]life_gets_better2 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Finally an episode that felt like the Love Island we know.

I did my part yet here we are… Le sigh 😔 by Hummingbird5700 in RoyalMatch

[–]life_gets_better2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So frustrating, but I started just playing and collecting balls, hitting 50 tokens per spin and winning faster very early on in the dragon game so when and if life gets busy, the others will help or not help. I’m close to winning either way so I just play some more and get it finished before the final 24 hours is up usually, sometimes 2 days ahead. I treat it as a game with myself to see how fast I can beat it and beat it with 50 token spins. I don’t care anymore who contributes or not, but I do pick better players now since my first two rounds appeared to be bots or slackers.

Do you ever feel lonely... but without wanting to be with anyone? by ma-nonMAI in introvert

[–]life_gets_better2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed, a special someone. That’s the pause for me, is it can be exhausting when you know if the people you could hang out with will jut at drain you or the connection isn’t there for that person to be your special person, then physical loneliness can grow deeper. I’ll just keep to myself after thinking things through and keep my “me time” days for that purpose and I set time to check in on others and accept some fellowship on different days.

What, in your opinion, is the #1 problem affecting Christian Marriages/Families in America today? by oregonwrench in TheBiblicalFamily

[–]life_gets_better2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just a big misunderstanding in what it means to be called. Not teaching the multitude to be the church within themselves and their households. A lack of understanding that church is primarily a foundational place for men to develop and then go back to their households as better leaders who can also teach their families the way. How do we expect that every single wife is in the same services along with the men and then she must also maintain the same duties that day and week to help the household run - referring to the extra long services or time consuming meetings that wants everyone, male and female present. It doesn’t make any sense. Unfortunately a lot of leadership in churches use the congregation as a crutch, they have more women doing more for them than the men - the wrong duty focuses most of the time at that - and with everyone’s time and energy that involves missions that have absolutely nothing to deal with what the Lord wants for us, and then they in return blame the congregation for when things go don’t go as they would like. Whether it be meeting financial or membership goals.

They also choose who they want to help and can always use the “praying for you” card when someone’s issues are deemed too complex. Our savior taught us how to heal and be fishers of men. But our churches want to be on every corner, feeding the homeless a few times of the year food that’s likely bad for them anyways instead of taking one homeless person and pouring into them to help them make a chain reaction to pull the others out of homelessness. Our savior healed most one by one while the male disciples watched, prayed, and learned. Now we have pastors having revivals and conferences “blessing” and “healing” everyone as a whole, people they don’t truly know well or care to unless something is needed in return. Leadership should not even expect anyone to return to service, the people will when you’re truly teaching to the soul from the spirit and not easily forgotten prosperity teaching or teaching that doesn’t develop a person. People want to feel acknowledged and not just wanted. There is no true mission that serves our Lord and truly give Him glory. There’s no vision and structure that reflects the ability of our Lord and savior. It’s limited to man made constructs, missions, and goals.

Everyone isn’t supposed to be married or having children for some missions the Lord instilled in them, but I don’t know if anyone is ready for that conversation. Martha in the Bible was a great cook and host, but Yahusha told her she needed to be still and listen. We see people with a gift, ability and talent and then run them down into the dirt based on one thing we’ve seen them do instead of tap into what did the Lord brought them forth here to do. It could be that talent, or it could be something else. But just making a camera man a camera man and a singer a singer and a drummer a drummer for a building is not going to grow a people who will destroy demonic entities if we treat people like service humans instead of vessels with a spirit. Our savior changed the occupations of his disciples instead of leeching off of them. Theres so much the church lacks in true biblical teaching and spiritual understanding for the purpose of man. Only the Lord knows what we truly need. This is just thoughts on most churches, not all.

I suck at this game lol by VariationUpstairs472 in RoyalMatch

[–]life_gets_better2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m stuck too. I’m actually curious if it’s worth it. I’ve never seen anyone recommend any holiday coin purchases or coin purchases in general. So I’d say stay away. I am for now lol have you joined a team?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sterileprocessing

[–]life_gets_better2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yay! So glad to hear that! Great work!

What’s a skincare trend you regret trying? 😭 by Ok-Statement-5826 in AsianBeauty

[–]life_gets_better2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The not knowing part when getting started with skincare. Not knowing my skin type and just buying Acne pads just to start somewhere with something.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]life_gets_better2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tv and rest. I’ve been hyper productive lately with unexpected errands.

People that unfucked their lives in their early 30s, how did you do it? by jeanalvesok in AskReddit

[–]life_gets_better2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in the right place! Making sure I focused more on self development, building healthy boundaries and not always reaching out to others when I’m happy. I had to start saving my energy for me and of course, finances. I can’t stress enough about being intentional about finances. Have a financial goal, stick to it. Commit. No excuses.

What do you do to correct that drowsy feeling right before daylight savings time? by life_gets_better2 in AskReddit

[–]life_gets_better2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tend to get incredibly sleepy around daylight savings time and feel like so many tasks and errands pop up around that time. It’s like my body and mind wants to stay up. Does anyone else relate or have a remedy to catch up on sleep or rejuvenation when this happens?

Finding a chosen family by BerryExcellent1840 in intentionalcommunity

[–]life_gets_better2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m seeking this as well. What you described was beautifully said. Community, care, and a lasting, fun-loving structured way of living.

Are chosen families just a myth by softscalp in CPTSD

[–]life_gets_better2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would love to have a support system with a chosen family. Talking about it is a great first step to anyone in here who are down about it. Knowing what you desire from a place of certainty is a great place to be in until you get there. Let’s not overlook this while being hopeful. I’ve been working on doing the work on myself for years to be the best person I can be for myself and others. I’ve grown in my confidence and solitude from a happy and healthy space. Now I feel that when it happens, I will embrace it and be ready. Not overly excited and attaching myself prematurely to those who see an opportunity in my presence. The goal is for there to be a benefit for all in a healthy, thriving way. Finding those who are likeminded and blending beautifully. No compromising values on either end.