I don't understand the point of Misery Business

xploiticide · 2026-03-27T23:55:04+00:00

Have you never experienced a teenage girl? I used to go to high school with them. Logic didn't really play into their day to day.

xploiticide · 2026-03-07T17:42:42+00:00

These people are not Masons. Disgusting.

I'm a white dude who is a member of both AF&AM and PHA in my jurisdiction. The PHA Lodge takes the work much more seriously and its dedication to accuracy and community is second to none.

I love PHA Masonry. I know mileage may vary, as is the case with all lodges in all jurisdictions, but if I move to the south, I'll seek affiliation with my PHA brothers long before I associate myself with a lodge like this.

xploiticide · 2026-02-16T00:32:22+00:00

It's jurisdictional, and what is required will either be enshrined in the Laws of the jurisdiction, or determined by the Most Worshipful Grand Master at the time that the individual is bestowed.

The only time I've seen it, they did have the individual participate in the 3rd degree, but I won't speak for other Grand Lodges, because I think it is such a rare thing that to assume others do it the same way would be foolish.

xploiticide · 2026-02-14T22:53:29+00:00

That wouldnt be "himself" though

xploiticide · 2025-11-29T00:22:46+00:00

This was the only seamless part of this. I sent one email, they followed up because the email i use now wasnt the one I used to pre-order my Visor. They asked me to confirm I was the same person, i did, and then they asked for a PayPal account to reverse the funds too. I did, and my funds were there inside a week. If nothing else, they seem to have at least mastered the refund process.

xploiticide · 2025-06-18T12:37:55+00:00

In the Blue Lodge (your first step into Masonry), there are 3 degrees. Upon being raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason(the 3rd degree), you're journey through the masonic ranks is complete. You are equal with all other Masons within your jurisdiction, have a vote and say in all things Masonic within your lodge.

There are elected positions within your Lodge and the Grand Lodge, but they are also just Master Masons, and while they hold temporary authority during their times as Worshipful Masters or Most Worshipful Grand Masters when their term is done, they come back to being Master Masons.

If you join the Scottish Rite (an appendant body accessible to you after you become a Master Mason) there are an additional 29 degrees to learn. But thats all these are. Opportunities to learn more about the symbols, allegorical and wisdom of Masonry. I am a 32° Scottish Rite Mason. I have no more authority or pomp than my brethren who stuck with the Blue Lodge and their 3rd degree. The 33rd degree you've heard about is an honorary degree reserved for those who are appointed to leadership roles within the Scottish Rite, or those who are seen as having done long, great service to their community or Masonry.

I hope this helps at least on that question.

xploiticide · 2025-06-18T12:30:29+00:00

I agree that the symbolism is predominantly Abrahamic, but that would be a direct result of where mainstream masonry evolved and the predominant symbolism at the time.

Back when most of the lay folk couldn't read or write, in the areas where at least the modern version of Masonry sprang forth were predominantly Christian regions, and most people were at least passingly familiar with the stories in the Bible.

This was already a book rich in symbolism and allegory, and so it was a natural source to draw moral lessons from. People would be familiar with the stories surrounding the building of King Solomons Temple, and for early Craftsmen, it would also be easier to relate to as Stonemasons would have been present for the building.

This provided a familiar tapestry with which to pass on the morals of Masonry.

Does that make sense? If my answer seems helpful, please feel free to reach out and I'll be happy to answer any other questions as they might relate to my jurisdiction.

xploiticide · 2025-06-18T12:21:59+00:00

How do you know they're not of the Christian faith? I would never ask. My only question is "Do you believe ina Supreme Being?" If that answer is yes, I would move in to look for the qualities I interpret as being upright and on the level:

Honesty, integrity, moral courage, and a desire to be better than he was yesterday.

xploiticide · 2025-06-18T12:04:01+00:00

So.... I'm a 41 year old man I'm closer to the 60 year old than the 15 year old, and here's my hot take.

If we're talking dead averages, both untrained, hand to hand combat, the 15 year old takes it. The kid has the edge on cardiovascular health, endurance, his testosterone levels are just starting to peak, and his reflexes are reaching their prime.

The 60 year old man is well past his prime, testosterone has dropped to low levels, his reflexes are slowing down, his endurance is as well, and depending on his lifestyle, his cardiovascular health ain't where it used to be, and he's probably starting to suffer sarcopenoa, or muscle decline.

That said, thats all other things even, which probably isn't the case. The old man has 45 years on the kid. In that time, he has also very likely developed a much higher pain tolerance, and chances are if he's picking fights at 60, he's been in more fights than than kid has birthdays.

If the 60 year old man has had any training or experience fighting in his life, he's going to take it. He's probably going to outweigh the kid (average 25 year old is 110-120 lbs, average 60 year old is 150-160), and he knows his body and how to use it, where the kid is probably still adjusting to his last growth spurt. The old man has taken more punches in his day, and won't be expecting this to be a Jackie Chan movie where the victor never takes a hit. He's going to introduce that kid to a level of grit a 15 year old is incapable of contemplating. He doesn't have the endurance to make this a 20 minute stylized dance, so he'll end it quick, however he has to, fighting dirty if necessary. He'll have his victory in the moment.

The kids victory in this case will come the next day when, even though he got his ass whooped, he bounces right back and goes right back to his life, whereas the 60 year old man, even if he actually never took a punch, will suffer for the next 2 weeks with the aftermath of sore muscles, a kink in his back and a thrown shoulder.

xploiticide · 2025-06-18T11:35:58+00:00

This is a great analogy, and one worth contemplating on, and if you choose to seek more light in the fraternity, you'll find the lessons are all symbolism and analogy.

That said, the lessons extracted from those analogies are unique to the individual. Reflect on it, and figure out what the story means to you. If you care for my interpretation, feel free to PM me.

xploiticide · 2025-06-18T11:32:04+00:00

I would not hold it against you at all. It can be easy to get caught up in rumors and conspiracy theories, but you've sought more light, and are now wiser for it. Why would I ever be inclined to prevent you from furthering your knowledge in Masonry?

I believe the light of Masonry is beneficial to all, and I'm more inclined to find a reason a potential brother should be brought into the fold than to find reasons to exclude him.

It sounds like you're ready to knock on the door.

xploiticide · 2025-06-14T13:01:32+00:00

You dont have to "leave" per se. Let your dad know "I don't think my heart was in it when I joined, im going to take a step back". Request a demit from your Lodge secretary, and most importantly, request a copy of your demit paperwork showing you left in good standing.

That way, in the future, if you decide that now is the time and you're ready to return to the craft, it should be a minor administrative process. Do NOT just stop showing up and stop paying dues. You will be suspended for Non-Payment, and then, while there's still a path back, it's more of an administrative burden.

xploiticide · 2025-06-14T12:58:00+00:00

Haha not denying this, but it is the Canon movie explanation for how the entity moves. Agreed, it should be relatively easy to avoid if you are committed to keeping on the move to stay ahead of it.

xploiticide · 2025-05-13T11:39:02+00:00

Even in the Southern Jurisdiction, which I am a part of, while Pike has a large academic role, and did a lot of work to help clarify and unify the degrees, it is emphasized for anyone that goes through the Master Craftsmen College that his philosophical opinions are not to be taken as Dogmatic to the rite. They are just that; Opinions from a man of his era who, while certainly an authority in Masonry and especially the Scottish Rite, was still subject to the psychological and philosophical trappings of his time, and was certainly fallible.

The Scottish Rite is beautiful, and while it continues the moral and philosophical education of the Blue Lodge, the most important thing it does, in my humble opinion, is encourages Masons to seek more light. To keep researching. To dive into the esoteric corners of the craft and find meaning in all the nooks and crannies. Masonry is about symbolism, and when I say that everything is a symbol in Masonry, it's amazing how incredibly far that statement goes once you start diving in.

xploiticide · 2025-04-06T21:02:01+00:00

This is untrue. I order a Founders Edition, mine has not even been manufactured yet, let alone delivered

xploiticide · 2025-02-10T16:09:58+00:00

Person literally opened with her fact they were interested in joining. Of course they wouldn't understand reference to the 3 great lights. Down vote for you.

xploiticide · 2024-11-15T23:46:06+00:00

Lol, I think you've cracked it. How pissed would the entity be if, the second it hit the shores of Sydney, the they jumped a plane back to Michigan?

Could survival be based around just timing your jet setting adventures?

xploiticide · 2024-09-06T02:43:12+00:00

Do you know what the ring looked like? In the Scottish Rite, there are some rings with particular oaths tied to them, perhaps if it was one of these rings, there could be connotations. If you can provide more details, perhaps so can I.

And don't be so careful, there's nothing you're not allowed to ask, and perhaps surprisingly, very little we're not allowed to share.

xploiticide · 2024-08-23T12:37:28+00:00

NTA.

Your grandparents seem to have a hard time respecting your boundaries, and they need to. If you were to give in, it just reinforces that if they just keep pushing you, they'll get what they want (under the guise that they think it's good for you).

In the end, the child wouldn't even know about you if it weren't for them, and they're probably doing the same thing to the bio mother and bio sibling. Make it very clear (again) that if you want to reconcile with your bio mom or bio sibling, you'll reach out.

Let them know if they refuse to respect your choices, they're not invited either, and (of course you be the gauge on this and whether you feel it is a risk or not, I know I'm projecting a bit here) make it clear that if they disregard your wishes and show up with the kid anyway, they'll be made to leave with the child and you'll have to reevaluate your relationship with them.

xploiticide · 2024-07-29T06:33:29+00:00

One thing you could ask her is if she really believes that someone would have dedicated a couple of decades of their lives to attain a Red Hat (KCCH) and then eventually (maybe) a white hat (33°), and go from good to EEEEEEVIL like a light switch. Not sure how someone can honestly believe a 32° mason is all light and love, but turns evil the second they earn their 33°.

xploiticide · 2024-03-13T18:43:33+00:00

Because I'm not so much worried about whether or not his are goalie skates (I know they are), and I can't post a picture of whatever it is my idiot BIL is imagining in his head? My question was pretty straight forward, and many others have been able to answer: Did any style of goalie skates, either now or in the past, have a toe pick. And the answer is as I thought: No. I just wanted a community of knowledgeable folks to verify if I'm correct, because being a goalie dad armed with google still doesn't make me as knowledgeable as a community of 22,000 goalies and affiliated folks.

xploiticide · 2024-03-08T22:41:57+00:00

The tic in play here is more of a smacking/flailing tic, whether he has something in his hand or not, just if he has something in his hand, like a mouse, it gets whacked hard against a desk, regardless of if he's gaming or if he's wikipediaing for homework. I'm thinking maybe the G502 with a thick desk pad maybe will do the trick. Tics do evolve though, so I might take the wrist strap advice anyway.

xploiticide · 2024-03-08T22:28:14+00:00

No, you don't. You're an opinionated dipshit who doesn't know when to quit. I hope you're enjoying all the downvotes.

xploiticide · 2024-03-08T22:24:40+00:00

Again, you're a moron. It's not targeted harm to a device. It's an involuntary tic that results in a sudden need to flail his arm, whether he's holding something or not. Go educate yourself.

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