Don_frye1 wrote:
Estren wrote:
I don't like to ruin a joke with an explanation, but I was merely playing with the OP's heading on this thread.
Its hard to tell when you're joking because you're not funny.
Hahahahaha
How many people Think that Life is just a Total Waste of Time in this Endless Universe ?
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May 31, 2016
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#83
I thought about the available alternatives and not a single one is attractive compared to our human existence. I do not want to be a rock, chair, air, pigeon, three, grass, sand, fire,...
May 31, 2016
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#84
We all have roughly 100 years or less to occupy ourselves. To my mind anything which brings satisfaction and pleasure to yourself and those you love is a positive things unless it is something which breaks your code of honor. Will anything going on today matter 100 years (or less) from now, most likely not. I will say the one thing which changes most people's perspective the most is having kids. Then you at least think about lives will be like so you have a bigger stake in the next 100 years..
May 31, 2016
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#86
gerberk wrote:
“Nothing happens while you live. The scenery changes, people come in and go out, that's all. There are no beginnings. Days are tacked on to days without rhyme or reason, an interminable, monotonous addition.”
― Jean-Paul Sartre, Nausea
--- Interesting quote, not exactly Mister Warmth was he ?
May 31, 2016
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#87
Whilst 'Tchaikovsky's 5th'/ the late 'L. Bernstein' conducting - Plays in my 'background'! ..{good stuff!}
By Wendy Jessen, FamilyShare
May 30. 2016 5:00AM
Life isn't fair, but there's a big reason for hope
Life isn't fair and never will be. But, God will more than compensate for our disadvantages.
Life isn't fair and never will be. But, God will more than compensate for our disadvantages. | Photo Credits: DepositPhotos
When teenagers lament, "But that's not fair!" parents often retort, "Well, life isn't fair."
Of course, it's easier to say that to a teenager when we as parents can see the bigger picture. But, what about when we find ourselves in situations when life is truly unfair? Do we see our circumstances with the same clarity? Do we get frustrated and yell at God, demanding answers and blessings to negate our trials?
Life will never be fair
It's a natural tendency to want fairness, but the fact remains that life is not, nor will it ever be, fair.
Each of us will face our own unique trials in life. Some are born into poverty or other less-than-ideal circumstances. Some suffer from things — like sexual, physical, emotional or verbal abuse — because of someone else's poor choices. Loved ones leave this life much too soon. Marriages become broken. Health can quickly decline.
While we may look at others and see their seemingly perfect lives, no one is exempt from pain and trials in this life. We may think others have it easier, but we really don't know what their personal experiences are.
All people suffer, and none of it is fair.
We all have strengths and weaknesses
Our individual strengths and weaknesses also make life unfair.
Some of us have observable talents, while others have gifts that aren't easily seen by others. We may view our weaknesses or the shortcomings of others and issue harsh judgments.
None of us has equal strengths or weaknesses; we all have a set of our own. These can be the source of our greatest trials and our biggest triumphs. Recognize your own, and improve weaknesses by utilizing your strengths.
We do the best we can
Trails (unfairness) in our lives help us learn and grow and eventually become the best versions of ourselves.
Think of the strong and amazing people you know. In order to get to "strong and amazing," they had to pass through numerous struggles. Few people have reached success without many failed attempts.
Despite our hardships, we can do the best we know how. We can keep a positive attitude and work through hard times with determination. Others around us who have gone through similar trials can be a source of strength during particularly difficult times.
Do not give up. Keep moving forward. You will get through it.
Jesus makes up for unfairness
Religious leader Dale Renlund stated, "Because of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, ultimately, in the eternal scheme of things, there will be no unfairness. 'All that is unfair about life can be made right.' Our present circumstances may not change, but through God's compassion, kindness, and love, we will all receive more than we deserve, more than we can ever earn, and more than we can ever hope for. We are promised that 'God shall wipe away all tears from [our] eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away [KJV Revelation 21:4].'"
God will compensate for all the unfairness in our lives. Because of God's grace and the Atonement, the unfair disadvantages we have had will be made up to us. Through His mercy, we will be given more than what is fair.
Though life in not fair, we can realize unfairness is actually a good thing. With our strengths, weaknesses and trials, we can become better than we are today.
Keep trying and keep going. Know God is cheering you on. He is waiting at the finish line of life, ready to pour out His blessings and compassion. His kindness and love are more than we can imagine and will make all wrongs right.
Life isn't fair, but we have hope in the mercy and goodness of God.
Jun 1, 2016
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#88
red-lady a écrit :
This is the last one because I do not really like Sartre. (shame on me) I refuse to walk into his thinking
TOO BAD 
The Universe is not endless. Everything comes to a end, just like how our Sun will die and are planet will be consumed.
And yet the Universe will surely last longer than our lifetime(s). Ergo so far as we are concerned, it is indeed endless, and should be treated like a friend and not conquered.
Furthermore, life itself, and the energy which makes us ... us; goes on and on forever, dude. Like it or not.
Aloha
Oh tempting. Chess is not a waste of time for some people. I pretend that there's a devil and angel betting on the game and if I win somehow the soon te be ex-wife will get less alimony or an unholy disease or a 3rd DUI and this time the cop will note that she had the kids in the car and it won't be in a new state that lets her do pre-trial stuff to get the conviction scrubbed. Oh yea, its not a waste of time, its a healthy outlet and a fantasy worth playing (and praying) for. That's boosted my rating by nearly 50 points lately.
>8D
Jun 2, 2016
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#95
It is of course mainly those of us living in the Western World that have the time for this endless navel-gazing. I gather that over 1 billion people on this planet are very short on food, their problems are more immediate in nature.
Jun 3, 2016
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#96
92% 'Off-Topic' .. but, I needed a place to 'park' this! o:
http://www.bustle.com/articles/159201-the-one-thing-you-need-to-know-about-flirting-at-work
Jun 3, 2016
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#97
I don't.... I think life is what you make it. Besides... anyone who ever thinks that way has never mountain biked 40mph down San Juan Hill in Chino California. :D
Jun 4, 2016
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#99
How can we be sure that the universe even exists? How can we be sure about anything?
How can we be sure that we're alive?
Jun 4, 2016
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#100
Stolen_Authenticity wrote:
92% 'Off-Topic' .. but, I needed a place to 'park' this! o:
http://www.bustle.com/articles/159201-the-one-thing-you-need-to-know-about-flirting-at-work
hahahaha! I wonder how many can relate
Pardon, the {seen elsewhere}, Non-Sequitur quote - If, with an accompanying 'pic'.. "Everyone has a plan, until they get punched-in-the-face." {"Mike Tyson"}.