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Shangrala
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Default May 28, 2009 at 08:07 AM
 
The poll is far too vague. Define religious and I can be more specific with my answer to the question.

I am, however more as Elysium, as far as believing in the Spiritual energy, rather than of the confinement to the political religions.

When I talk of our "creator", I use the name God,as well ...(saves on having to explain further). It is a name which has been associated with the superior being.

Although born and raised Catholic, my "church" is in heart. I haven't been in a church since shortly after I left 8th grade.

Church..or any congregation is great for those who believe in it. To each their own.
My practice is carried in heart, therefore is not limited within any set structured enviorment which relys upon the union of others in order to practice it.
And although there are many who do not follow suit, I have found that many congregational religions are quite hypocritical in the practice of their beliefs. For some reason, they seemingly limit their practice to those moments shared within their routined structure, and upon leaving that, so does their practice.
I am not judging anyone....Just sharing some observations....lol.

A simple theory of mine: Treat others as you hope to be treated in return.
Also....Smiling is contagious....to most, anyway. What better thing to spread....(other than perhaps some creamy peanutbutter partnered with some strawberry preserves...yummiezzzz).

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Thanks for this!
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