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Joining the lent bandwagon
Mina:
So religion warning ⚠️
I’m participating in lent. Even though I identity as Taoist/deconstructionist Baptist/christian witch 🫣😬 (none of those words should be together; but welp here I am)
And so I’m fasting from my vices: psychics, weed, fun flavored nicotine vape pens that make me look cool but really don’t 😎, putting POI on an unhealthy pedestal. That’s the real fast. It’s not giving up thing but rather re establishing my relationship with God
I definitely went hard yesterday with my big Tuesday: wine, psychic binging, food binging (didn’t cyberstalk my POI… darn too late)
But when I really think about it I really have made my relationship with psychics, romantic relationships and even work at some point more important, and above me. Those things have been at unhealthy pedestal above my well being and my spirit
Whatever crashes, crashes, what is meant for me will stay. No point in chasing, and trying to fix or future seek what I have no control, and yes it pains me… a lot. ugh so I cheesily singed up for the lent app that was endorsed by mark walhberg during the Super Bowl and charges about $60 in a month (also hot father Mike Schmitz is in this 👀, no stop it lusting eyes). But I dunno I feel like I need prayer to get me through this, I feel I do need connection with God; that what I crave. It isn’t about giving up psychic but re-establishing my connection with God, and I hope I don’t look a cherry picking heathen , but yeah I guess have been
I intend to check this thread less, but see I can’t help it… it’s true I also get sucked up into drama- it happens.
But still I want to welcome and would like to support ppl thru theirs if this is something that calls upon them. I’ve closed all my psychics accounts. Yup, bitwine and keensies
I do want to add during my binge I did ask about work and I gave into asking about dates of when certain paperwork would come… and a few said in couple of weeks and I was surprised it was that day! It literally and finally came yesterday! …But then I asked a certain question thing about work. And one advisor whom I did very much enjoy their wise answer said no; but I also asked reddit and former coworkers and they said I how I handled the question should be fine, I’ll get it... I weirdly am going to trust Reddit and coworkers and chatGPT- I dunno, it’s out of my hands for now.
Again whatever crashes, crashes whatever is meant for me will be.
I am both wonderfully and fearfully made. …From ash I came, to ash I go. (To very loosely quote that book)
Kate:
--- Quote from: Mina on February 14, 2024, 06:38:31 PM ---So religion warning ⚠️
I’m participating in lent. Even though I identity as Taoist/deconstructionist Baptist/christian witch 🫣😬 (none of those words should be together; but welp here I am)
And so I’m fasting from my vices: psychics, weed, fun flavored nicotine vape pens that make me look cool but really don’t 😎, putting POI on an unhealthy pedestal. That’s the real fast. It’s not giving up thing but rather re establishing my relationship with God
I definitely went hard yesterday with my big Tuesday: wine, psychic binging, food binging (didn’t cyberstalk my POI… darn too late)
But when I really think about it I really have made my relationship with psychics, romantic relationships and even work at some point more important, and above me. Those things have been at unhealthy pedestal above my well being and my spirit
Whatever crashes, crashes, what is meant for me will stay. No point in chasing, and trying to fix or future seek what I have no control, and yes it pains me… a lot. ugh so I cheesily singed up for the lent app that was endorsed by mark walhberg during the Super Bowl and charges about $60 in a month (also hot father Mike Schmitz is in this 👀, no stop it lusting eyes). But I dunno I feel like I need prayer to get me through this, I feel I do need connection with God; that what I crave. It isn’t about giving up psychic but re-establishing my connection with God, and I hope I don’t look a cherry picking heathen , but yeah I guess have been
I intend to check this thread less, but see I can’t help it… it’s true I also get sucked up into drama- it happens.
But still I want to welcome and would like to support ppl thru theirs if this is something that calls upon them. I’ve closed all my psychics accounts. Yup, bitwine and keensies
I do want to add during my binge I did ask about work and I gave into asking about dates of when certain paperwork would come… and a few said in couple of weeks and I was surprised it was that day! It literally and finally came yesterday! …But then I asked a certain question thing about work. And one advisor whom I did very much enjoy their wise answer said no; but I also asked reddit and former coworkers and they said I how I handled the question should be fine, I’ll get it... I weirdly am going to trust Reddit and coworkers and chatGPT- I dunno, it’s out of my hands for now.
Again whatever crashes, crashes whatever is meant for me will be.
I am both wonderfully and fearfully made. …From ash I came, to ash I go. (To very loosely quote that book)
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Thank you for sharing. That was a beautiful confession of vulnerability and strength. It's hard to give up - we've all placed outside things above our health and welbeing. Giving up as you have - is part of healing.. and feeling again. I hope you thrive through this period and come out stronger.
Notacrystalfreak:
--- Quote from: Mina on February 14, 2024, 06:38:31 PM ---So religion warning ⚠️
I’m participating in lent. Even though I identity as Taoist/deconstructionist Baptist/christian witch 🫣😬 (none of those words should be together; but welp here I am)
And so I’m fasting from my vices: psychics, weed, fun flavored nicotine vape pens that make me look cool but really don’t 😎, putting POI on an unhealthy pedestal. That’s the real fast. It’s not giving up thing but rather re establishing my relationship with God
I definitely went hard yesterday with my big Tuesday: wine, psychic binging, food binging (didn’t cyberstalk my POI… darn too late)
But when I really think about it I really have made my relationship with psychics, romantic relationships and even work at some point more important, and above me. Those things have been at unhealthy pedestal above my well being and my spirit
Whatever crashes, crashes, what is meant for me will stay. No point in chasing, and trying to fix or future seek what I have no control, and yes it pains me… a lot. ugh so I cheesily singed up for the lent app that was endorsed by mark walhberg during the Super Bowl and charges about $60 in a month (also hot father Mike Schmitz is in this 👀, no stop it lusting eyes). But I dunno I feel like I need prayer to get me through this, I feel I do need connection with God; that what I crave. It isn’t about giving up psychic but re-establishing my connection with God, and I hope I don’t look a cherry picking heathen , but yeah I guess have been
I intend to check this thread less, but see I can’t help it… it’s true I also get sucked up into drama- it happens.
But still I want to welcome and would like to support ppl thru theirs if this is something that calls upon them. I’ve closed all my psychics accounts. Yup, bitwine and keensies
I do want to add during my binge I did ask about work and I gave into asking about dates of when certain paperwork would come… and a few said in couple of weeks and I was surprised it was that day! It literally and finally came yesterday! …But then I asked a certain question thing about work. And one advisor whom I did very much enjoy their wise answer said no; but I also asked reddit and former coworkers and they said I how I handled the question should be fine, I’ll get it... I weirdly am going to trust Reddit and coworkers and chatGPT- I dunno, it’s out of my hands for now.
Again whatever crashes, crashes whatever is meant for me will be.
I am both wonderfully and fearfully made. …From ash I came, to ash I go. (To very loosely quote that book)
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I agree that in the persuit of things we forget about what really matters- being happy in this moment.
I told myself today that not matter what happens, I’ll always have the ability to be happy. As that is my natural state. That doesn’t mean I’m complacent, and don’t want to improve my life, I do, but that is a bonus. That’s an aim to be extremely happy which is possible. I will strive for better, to become super happy, but in the meanwhile, I’m happy. We’re alive and that’s enough. :).
midwest60:
--- Quote from: Mina on February 14, 2024, 06:38:31 PM ---So religion warning ⚠️
I’m participating in lent. Even though I identity as Taoist/deconstructionist Baptist/christian witch 🫣😬 (none of those words should be together; but welp here I am)
And so I’m fasting from my vices: psychics, weed, fun flavored nicotine vape pens that make me look cool but really don’t 😎, putting POI on an unhealthy pedestal. That’s the real fast. It’s not giving up thing but rather re establishing my relationship with God
I definitely went hard yesterday with my big Tuesday: wine, psychic binging, food binging (didn’t cyberstalk my POI… darn too late)
But when I really think about it I really have made my relationship with psychics, romantic relationships and even work at some point more important, and above me. Those things have been at unhealthy pedestal above my well being and my spirit
Whatever crashes, crashes, what is meant for me will stay. No point in chasing, and trying to fix or future seek what I have no control, and yes it pains me… a lot. ugh so I cheesily singed up for the lent app that was endorsed by mark walhberg during the Super Bowl and charges about $60 in a month (also hot father Mike Schmitz is in this 👀, no stop it lusting eyes). But I dunno I feel like I need prayer to get me through this, I feel I do need connection with God; that what I crave. It isn’t about giving up psychic but re-establishing my connection with God, and I hope I don’t look a cherry picking heathen , but yeah I guess have been
I intend to check this thread less, but see I can’t help it… it’s true I also get sucked up into drama- it happens.
But still I want to welcome and would like to support ppl thru theirs if this is something that calls upon them. I’ve closed all my psychics accounts. Yup, bitwine and keensies
I do want to add during my binge I did ask about work and I gave into asking about dates of when certain paperwork would come… and a few said in couple of weeks and I was surprised it was that day! It literally and finally came yesterday! …But then I asked a certain question thing about work. And one advisor whom I did very much enjoy their wise answer said no; but I also asked reddit and former coworkers and they said I how I handled the question should be fine, I’ll get it... I weirdly am going to trust Reddit and coworkers and chatGPT- I dunno, it’s out of my hands for now.
Again whatever crashes, crashes whatever is meant for me will be.
I am both wonderfully and fearfully made. …From ash I came, to ash I go. (To very loosely quote that book)
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I turned to this site today hoping there would be some post regarding giving up readings during Lent, and there it was. I applaud you for your honesty, tenacity, and different approach to reaching your goals. My small town pastor once said he vowed to change 20 things in his life as part of a New Year's Resolution, but only fulfilled one goal. I think he was trying to point out that God wants to see us try (at the very least) and does not ask for perfection For me, I am a little more selfish, as I am turning away from readings during Lent as I don't want to be lured by any more false promises. I have spoken to one advisor for over a year (10 readings), who told me I would be contacted for a better job opportunity. I am currently employed, but my company I work for has taken advantage of me repeatedly. They really like me, but they never correct the inequities. I'm older and it's difficult to find a different job as I am very specialized. Which brings me back to the reader who SWEARS that this will be the week I hear "out of the blue" there is an opportunity. While it is very tempting to call, I am going to try God on this one as I need His strength to help me cope if it doesn't happen. I wish you the very best in reaching your goals, and again, I applaud your honesty and fresh approach.
Mina:
Day 4 of lent… and I found out on the 2nd day it’s not really a 40 day fast…that’s the mmavegarge … it’s really more like 45/46 ish days 😑
I’m currently thinking about all that pop advice about going no contact with one SP - and then what feels like cop out or gaslight-y advice how “it’s not hard 21 days, 30 days, 3 months going no contact ; it’s a mindset”. 😑😑😑🔪 🔪 🔪
But yeah I feel like I’m approaching kind of psychics this way. If anyone has done 12 steps group the term “White knuckling it” comes to mind. You’re going sober but with little resources to help guide and that can be so rough
But it is true it takes time, and surrendering … and I’m not there, at said “mindset”. I start my day with prayer and when I’m in the thick of it I journal. I use that catholic app it does have some insightful topics. Has you meditate on Jesus and that relationship. I’ve also been throwing myself in this research of what lent means to other religious sectors: Protestants, Catholics, Lutherans … and that kind of gives me peace. And well I listen to a lot of new age to Christian vlogs… honestly, I think a lot of these ppl are weak willed, bobble heads looking for internet clout. The vast of it can be this way.
BUT;
I have also found some other testimonies where I see my story in them- who come from religious abuse, who studied sources that I deemed good “manifesting” and said this still feels empty. Even ppl who claim they had spiritual gift themselves but then still chose Jesus. I dunno, I hope to get clairity and connection with this aspect in my life
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Last night I realized in horror I forgot to disclose something for my background check, a debt for financial thing, and I’m like “crap… well I could worry about or trust it’s in God hands”.
Faith is such a weird word. I came across this manifesting coach who said it’s choice; and I’m like what?! Are you kidding me?! I felt robbed because I how could I just “choose” to have faith. But I see it’s that word “faith” is so personal.
I do want to be respectful of ppl spirituality. But I think ppl are going to differ with their relationship to spirituality. And I just think that there is part of psychics that plays into ppl role into their own spiritually that will be different.
But this is where I’m at.
I must admit I did open my keen account and read some predictions… but then closed the account back up.
So many predictions fail, even ones from the Bible.
I feel bad for ending this on downer note
But I do think it’s important to share where I’m at and establish an outreach to those that ask of it
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