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An agnostic atheist who respects other views while providing his own.
 
dravenwriter (117)
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Do You Believe In Ghosts?

My assertion is that ghosts are a figment of the human imagination, akin to religious concepts. I wrote an article with my thoughts on the subject: http://www.helium.com/tm/157167 What are your...

Started by dravenwriter (117) in philosophy • 12 responses • Last response by LadyNightwish (58) • 2 years ago
Tags: ghosts, spirits, ghost, soul, afterlife
We anthropomorphize God, why is that?

Why do we ascribe human features and characteristics to our gods? In my opinion, it comes down to a basic lack of humility leading to assumptions that our species is the center of the universe. Many...

Started by dravenwriter (117) in religion • 6 responses • Last response by dravenwriter (117) • 3 years ago
Tags: god, gods, religion, anthropomorphize, atheism
How To Become A Better Person

There are three points that I believe are critical for anyone seeking to improve themselves. These are seeking continuous education and knowledge, observing the platinum rule (not the golden rule),...

Started by dravenwriter (117) in philosophy • 8 responses • Last response by glamgrl (242) • 3 years ago
Tags: actions, atheist, better person, continuous, give and recieve
Why Do Creationists Find It So Unacceptable That We Evolved From Other Species?

I give you four reasons: Vanity, a feeling of superiority, discontent, and emotional decision making. These factors are described in detail in this...

Started by dravenwriter (117) in philosophy • 28 responses • Last response by varnum11 (60) • 3 years ago
Tags: evolution, creationism, religion, bible, creation
The Product of Explicit Theistic Brainwashing

I came across this painful video of a poor, brainwashed idiot child who is obviously very troubled. His utter belief in the absolute truth of complete rubbish is like a car accident; so horrible yet...

Started by dravenwriter (117) in religion • 5 responses • Last response by dravenwriter (117) • 3 years ago
Tags: atheism, brain washing, brainwashing, education, evolution
Does God Have a Personal Name?

What is a name anyway? A name is just a combination of speech tones and/or written characters that represent something. The name of "God" is a nested symbol within a symbolic idea of a deity which...

Started by dravenwriter (117) in philosophy • 13 responses • Last response by dravenwriter (117) • 3 years ago
Tags: god, name, religion, lord, names
Is Atheism Wrong?

There are a few assumptions behind this question that must be clarified. (1) Atheism comes in 2 distinct forms which must be treated separately and (2) "Wrong" is in the eye of the...

Started by dravenwriter (117) in religion • 35 responses • Last response by dravenwriter (117) • 3 years ago
Tags: atheism, religion, god, atheist, wrong
What makes up tolerance for other beliefs?

There is a very interesting discussion here on atheism: http://www.mylot.com/w/discussions/922270.aspx Based on comments left by tommy408, I wanted to start this discussion seperately. What...

Started by dravenwriter (117) in religion • 6 responses • Last response by DeaXyza (332) • 3 years ago
Tags: tolerance, religion, belief, beliefs, difference
Do you believe we have free will, or is everything determined?

How would we know either way?http://www.helium.com/tm/157126

Started by dravenwriter (117) in philosophy • 6 responses • Last response by sumofalltears (2647) • 3 years ago
Tags: free will, determination, determinism, agnostic, atheist
Living Life With Optimism

For me, there are four major factors I focus on in order to live as rich and meaningful a life as I can. These factors help stoke my optimism and internal locus of control. POSSIBILITY - Look for...

Started by dravenwriter (117) in philosophy • 2 responses • Last response by sumofalltears (2647) • 3 years ago
Tags: optimism, agnostic, atheist, blogs, contribution