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Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Gila Guerilla Dec 1, 2009. 37 Replies 0 Likes
Why do we identify with the label atheist?I am as much an a-faerieist or an a-dragonist as an a-theist. Yes, I do know that atheist predates the word theist.I have said elsewhere that I consider…Continue
Hi!
Started this discussion. Last reply by Little Name Atheist Aug 29, 2009. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Hey.Logical atheist. Guess I have been all my life, I never really believed...Got kicked out of a Sunday School for asking questions.I consider myself a PEARList, that is Proven Evidence And Reasoned…Continue
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M. B. Keene commented on Nightfall's blog post The Evil of Machines
"I can understand this point of view, but I haven't really seen it in my day-to-day life. Sure, I hate slow drivers, but I live in South Carolina. Slow driving is practically a way of life. Other than that, I rarely if ever get angry at anyone.…"
Glenn Sogge commented on Nightfall's blog post The Evil of Machines
"Whenever I hear or read about how something is "evil", I suspect that some kind of religious rant is on the way. So far, I haven't been disappointed very many times."
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The Evil of Machines
Machines make our lives easier. That is not an evil, per se, but more of an opening statement of fact. I am alive thansk to modern medical technology, and I am certain I am not alone. I like progress. I like technology. This is not an anti-technology rant.It is a wake up call.When was the last time you were angry? Not just peeved, but truly, murderously angry? If you are never angry, then you are not human. All of us get angry. It may have been on the road, in a supermarket line, at a drive…See More
Jared Lardo commented on Nightfall's blog post We're All Cocaine Addicts
"Cocaine is reliable. When you take it, you get a high. We are skinnerbox addicts; we are gambling addicts."
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We're All Cocaine Addicts
I was reminded recently of the work of Dr. BF Skinner. I will explain for those who aren't familiar. I am sure most will understand what I mean.The work I am interested in is with rats, and modifying their behavior. The goal is to see if you can get a rat to push a lever. Rats do not usually push levers, after all. So, what is the first try? You tie its food to pushing the lever. Rat pushes lever and, in return, gets food. Seems to work. It gets the rat to push the lever, when it is hungry. Say…See More
Nightfall commented on Nightfall's blog post The Jocks
"Ronin,
Sorry it has taken me a bit to get around to this again, but I have been busy.
There were a couple who treated me well, and I do remember them in a better light. High School was still some of the darkest times in my life. Not all from peers,…"
Gila Guerilla replied to Nightfall's discussion Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
"It's off topic, and probably a Freudianesque slip, but in my mind, I sometimes call myself an alien, when I mean an atheist."
Gerald Scott replied to Nightfall's discussion Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
"When I was your age, I thought the same. I still do to some degree. I always wondered which would be harder, being gay or being an atheist. I don't know how someone handles both. It's hard enough being an atheist. The gay friend (1) I do…"
Michael Cotter replied to Nightfall's discussion Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
"I agree with a lot of what people are saying. I call myself an athiest and its fine. But, often when others want to call me one, it can feel derogatory.
It's almost as bad of a label, as the color of our skin."
Gerald Scott replied to Nightfall's discussion Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
"I've been a atheist for about 50 years. I've tried every term out there to identify myself. For the last 5 years I've been calling myself an atheist. Now, everyone knows exactly where I stand. Now, I don't have to explain myself.…"
Charles replied to Nightfall's discussion Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
"I've heard Sam Harris talk about the same thing on a Youtube video.I hate having to title myself as anything.I'm simply a person who rejects the supernatural world.Most people assume others are theist so I guess this is why we have a call…"
Emily Dietle replied to Nightfall's discussion Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
"Depending on who I am talking to, I call myself either a Skeptic or an Atheist."
TNT666 replied to Nightfall's discussion Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
"I am a non-smoker, non alcoholic, non procreator, anti-imperialist, non-racist, and probably many many more nons.
I see absolutely NO problem with calling my self atheist. NO shame, No faulty logic. Philosophically speaking, one usually places a…"
Howard S. Dunn replied to Nightfall's discussion Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
"We are the 'dark matter' of society. We are defined by our lack of belief - our departure from old systems of thought. Lol.
Actually, yes - we do not warrant an 'ism'. We hold no dogma. I consider communists more like theists…"
Gila Guerilla replied to Nightfall's discussion Why is Atheist such an identifying label?
"Maybe - given time, it will be common to call certain other people apearlists!!!
One reason for having a group of vocal people called atheists, is that theists would rule the world if they could. They would tell us what to think, (about some…"
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The Evil of Machines
Posted on June 4, 2010 at 12:48am 3 Comments 0 Likes
Machines make our lives easier. That is not an evil, per se, but more of an opening statement of fact. I am alive thansk to modern medical technology, and I am certain I am not alone. I like progress. I like technology. This is not an anti-technology rant.
ContinueIt is a wake up…
We're All Cocaine Addicts
Posted on May 28, 2010 at 3:27am 1 Comment 0 Likes
I was reminded recently of the work of Dr. BF Skinner. I will explain for those who aren't familiar. I am sure most will understand what I mean.
The work I am interested in is with rats, and modifying their behavior. The goal is to see if you can get a rat to push a lever. Rats do not usually push levers, after all. So, what is the first try? You tie its food to pushing the lever. Rat pushes lever and, in return, gets food. Seems to work. It gets the rat to push the lever,…
Continue The Jocks
Posted on October 4, 2009 at 1:30am 2 Comments 0 Likes
Picked last. Again. I always get picked last. While it is sixth grade Physical Education kickball, it still seems unfair. I think my head was the largest part of me in sixth grade. I was thin. I was so thin that doctors had actually accused my mother of starving me. Couldn’t have been further from the truth. But I never seemed to gain an ounce, except to get taller. It stings to get picked last. At least in Scholastic bowl, I am one of the top performers. Why do I have to take this class that I… Continue
First Thanksgiving at my Mother In Law's place
Posted on September 28, 2009 at 2:36am 3 Comments 0 Likes
By popular demand...
Thanksgiving is a holiday with many associations. People think of family and friends. Some people think of the gratitude they feel for all they have. But most people also think about food. Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie are all favorites I look forward to at Thanksgiving, and I am pretty sure I am not alone.
The first Thanksgiving at my mother in law’s house was memorable. My wife was only a girlfriend, back then, and Thanksgiving was a… Continue
Thanksgiving is a holiday with many associations. People think of family and friends. Some people think of the gratitude they feel for all they have. But most people also think about food. Turkey, dressing, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie are all favorites I look forward to at Thanksgiving, and I am pretty sure I am not alone.
The first Thanksgiving at my mother in law’s house was memorable. My wife was only a girlfriend, back then, and Thanksgiving was a… Continue
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- At 3:25am on May 28, 2010,
Mohamed Zaki said… - hello you are you.. like your username
- At 5:56am on April 13, 2010,
John Jubinsky said… - Hi Nightfall! Have a very happy birthday.
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