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Discombobulated 78,
Thanks for stopping by !
posted by
afzal50
on February 11, 2007 at 8:06 PM
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It can be so hard to be open when you know you're "right"
And I'm just as bad about that as anyone else. It can be so difficult to be objective, when a contradictory (but true) viewpoint is staring you in the face. This is where scientific method is genius, that is if more people would follow it when it comes to everyday life. The realm of pure emotion is one thing, that's an area where reason just doesn't really work, I don't think. For example, applying reaosn to romantic relationships is a mixed bag. But in other areas, it's so important to be able to step back, detach, and try to see things as they really are.
posted by
Discombobulated78
on February 11, 2007 at 8:03 PM
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The CrimsonEchidna,
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posted by
afzal50
on February 11, 2007 at 4:57 PM
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Afzal
A good, dare I say thought provoking post. However, I'm not sure whether the last sentence contradicts the rest of your message. It depends whether you are open-minded about got or not...
posted by
Antipodean
on February 11, 2007 at 4:39 PM
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mobedder,
Thanks.
posted by
afzal50
on February 11, 2007 at 4:23 PM
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sunny,
Thanks.
posted by
afzal50
on February 11, 2007 at 4:23 PM
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Chilitree,
YOu are always welome.Thanks.
posted by
afzal50
on February 11, 2007 at 4:22 PM
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BrightIrish,
Thanks for appreciating my efforts.
posted by
afzal50
on February 11, 2007 at 4:21 PM
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Decshak,
Thanks for stopping by !
posted by
afzal50
on February 11, 2007 at 4:19 PM
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malcolm,
Thanks.
posted by
afzal50
on February 11, 2007 at 4:18 PM
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afzal
read the poem and the truth will set you free
posted by
Lanetay
on February 11, 2007 at 2:32 PM
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Afzal...
you continually amaze me and delight my mind. It is ever enlightening to read your posts, learning as I go. Chilli's poem reaffirms your post...truth isn't always fun or easy...not always pleasant...and I agree...the epitome of truth is God. Excellent post!
posted by
mobedder
on February 11, 2007 at 2:27 PM
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Afzal
Anyone with true wisdom is always seeking the truth.
posted by
Afzal_Sunny7
on February 11, 2007 at 1:17 PM
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Afzal ... dear friend, that is an excellent post.
I hope you don't mind me sharing this little poem with you...
The truth
Not always welcome
But always sheds light
Not always pleasant
But always relevant
Often upsetting
Never boring
Revealing
And there is no
Mending or
Healing
Without it.
posted by
Chilitree
on February 11, 2007 at 11:41 AM
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Afzal
I think all of us have a set of beleifs to help us through life but in my humble opinion none of these beleifs should be chizzled in stone. We should remain open to the thoughts of others while continually searching for the foundation to base our truths upon. I enjoyed this post, very much.
posted by
BrightIrish
on February 11, 2007 at 11:10 AM
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People get used to using formulas to determine what they believe to be true
Such as the church-men who listen only to other church-men; scholars who listen only to other scholars; businessmen who listen only to other businessmen; etc. etc. etc....
posted by
WindTapper
on February 11, 2007 at 10:57 AM
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My wife
can be quite self-righteous and I once had a girlfriend who was similarly so. Maybe it's just that I'm easy going that I enable that in people?
posted by
malcolm
on February 11, 2007 at 10:35 AM
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