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What I was saying earlier was that you talk of things (like Buddhism) like you have studied them when you obviously have not studied them enough.
originally posted by: b3l13v3
I suggest anyone in this thread read the book "The Power of Myth" by Bill Moyers and come back and reevaluate your statements if you're opposed to what Aphorism is saying.
Not only does it seem as though he's expanding upon Joseph Campbell's work, he's bringing a mighty refreshing perception, a somewhat(not to downplay you Aphorism) novel perspective on spirituality, mythology and metaphysics.
originally posted by: Aphorism
a reply to: Bluesma
It must be my need to find an outlet for my competitive alpha drives, or to possess knowledge and superiority over others. Even my aura seems negative. I have said nothing against you, bluesma. But you have continually tried to diminish me by turning the topic at hand to my writing conduct. You do not have to read it.
Look at the ones who allow themselves to be provoked, who allow themselves to be disparaged, and allow themselves to be bashed. They allow words to alter their feelings. I cannot be blamed for how they feel when confronted with words.
a : a special attitude or frame of mind
b : the feeling, quality, or disposition characterizing something
I cannot be blamed for how they feel when confronted with words.
originally posted by: Aphorism
a reply to: Bluesma
I do not feel insulted, so no need to apologize. Sometimes trying to psychoanalyze another does help, but the distance between us doesn't allow such conjecture to find any truth.
originally posted by: Aphorism
Look at the ones who allow themselves to be provoked, who allow themselves to be disparaged, and allow themselves to be bashed. They allow words to alter their feelings. I cannot be blamed for how they feel when confronted with words.