Olivia Compton
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Saturday 29 August 2026 13:54:30 GMT
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KittkattSLP :
My take is this: Imagine two fetuses growing in the same womb, that have been given the gift of a more sophisticated awareness - one believes that there must be more beyond these walls. The other is convinced this is all there is. They're both experiencing the exact same conditions: warmth, coziness, soothing vibrations, gentle rocking, intriguing voices, etc. The first assumes these are signs of a mysterious world beyond their imagination and clings to hope. The second is certain that these sensations are confined to the here and now and clings to the security of what they know. Based on the information both fetuses have on hand; we have to acknowledge that both may be right. If they were to argue with each other, it would be completely futile. The point being: we're talking about two different dimensions. Atheists build their life on what they can (reasonably) know for sure; based on the collective sum of human knowledge and experience. Theists are, simply put, not satisfied by this limited worldview. They are guided by intuition, inspiration, stories of faith passed down, and spiritual connection. We all live on the same planet, but the meaning we attach to our experiences depends on the lens we're looking through. Based on my opening metaphor, it's quite obvious I'm in the theist camp. I can't be sure if what I believe is true. But, I am certain, that trying to prove the existence of God and/or a spiritual realm, is as absurd as the second fetus asking the first for evidence of their beliefs. How could either possibly fathom what is out there? I personally prefer to hold on to hope and faith in something bigger than me, but I certainly won't fault someone for putting their security in something more concrete.
2026-10-13 04:50:13
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Sake :
Can confirm. Happy atheist here, and it's not for everyone. Some people need Jesus, and that's okay.
2026-10-02 13:00:43
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Lana🎀 :
Religion controls people without using force
2026-10-12 20:00:45
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cassie13210 :
Very interesting and empathetic take.
2026-10-11 18:27:38
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Fin :
This. Me and my friends talked about having religion and god as just a way for people to hold on to something to be somehow sane. Other people really do need god. Others just need prison time rehab or therapy.
2026-10-12 16:27:32
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ScattzPolitics :
but religion created people who cannot thrive outside it, we do not need religion
2026-10-12 21:53:00
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Lise (rhymes with bees) 🇨🇦 :
Other people need religion because they can't behave without threat of hell.
2026-10-12 15:31:45
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klipper :
you can believe in GOD without joining a religion. your relationship with God is personal, not how other people tell you.
2026-10-11 16:16:31
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Yimo :
A lot of people don’t have a moral compass, so they’ve to be scared into submission, unfortunately all religious law is severely outdated
2026-10-02 13:33:31
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Bustermatic :
said simpler: the vast majority of humanity is dumb as dirt.
2026-09-04 01:25:42
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Rational Rod :
Do you have some psychological or sociological data from credible studies you could share regarding the statements made ? An entire page of sources may be necessary to support the content.
2026-10-11 19:28:32
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lalajane :
Atheist here. I just don’t think that believing in myths is good for humanity. Logic, science & being a good human being in my opinion makes more sense.
2026-08-29 18:28:24
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Lauren Lou :
There is nothing wrong with a belief system… The problem arises when you force your belief system on others, and you want to rule the society based on your own belief system
2026-09-21 17:47:59
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teehee :
some people just need community. some are suited to find it in the church while others are not. the only problem is how deeply intertwined religion is in lawmaking
2026-10-12 13:14:23
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Furfoxsake :
I am an agnostic, if religion helps then it’s a good thing!
2026-10-03 09:46:20
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Jami George :
My mother is a sociopath and a Buddhist because the Buddhism gives her direction on not hurting people. She would be much worse without religion
2026-10-03 14:37:44
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MeloPan :
"The more you know, the more unhappy you are...." i felt this to my core. Ignorance is bliss.
2026-09-25 18:46:27
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:
Exactly, some people need to be governed by something to be moral
2026-10-02 20:00:12
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VREWDEGRO :
Religion serves fear to most their of their believers, and imagine how crueler this world without fear
2026-10-09 12:56:27
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niamhtyndall :
I can’t help but see most religions as a way of controlling women as well as being very corrupt. we live in a patriarchy so I can’t completely get away from it but I feel freer without religion
2026-10-02 07:05:47
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Hoverdog!! :
I disagree with this ferociously. I think all the good stuff that comes from “ religion”… the social aspects, the support from fellow human beings. Moral guidance….. all this can be achieved without the ridiculous fear mongering mysticism
2026-08-29 14:43:41
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Mlp212 :
Nope it’s controlling
2026-10-02 11:45:02
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AprilRDA :
I grew up around religion. I always questioned religion. I'm way much happier non religious. I'll never push my non religious on someone else. it's a personal belief.
2026-09-19 14:27:27
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Edwina B 🇨🇦 :
I knew it was BS for as long as I can remember. I’m 62 now. I have lived an abundant, full of love, full life. We only get one! Enjoy every second!
2026-09-01 23:24:35
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Javier Rivera :
I think humanity is not ready to live without religion but I do think we must eventually get rid of it. For now it's baby steps and try to get rid of any fundamentalism.
2026-09-04 02:42:52
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