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To: decimon; Smokin' Joe

Placemark. Oh, ping to Smokin’ Joe!


9 posted on 02/22/2011 8:32:09 PM PST by little jeremiah (Courage is not simply one of the virtues, but the form of every virtue at the testing point. CSLewis)
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To: little jeremiah
Thanks for the ping! How can someone feel 'good' about living a seemingly pointless, pigeonholed, life?

Maybe this won't work for some people, but for most, especially youngsters (pre-teen and teenagers) gaining the self respect from helping others and actually accomplishing something you can point to later (as in I helped build that house, building, bridge) is far neater than just meds. Additionally, coping skills are learned, and the idea that there is more to your life than yourself is a vital concept in civilized society.

Needless to say, getting to know God is a plus, too, for those who choose the path.

11 posted on 02/22/2011 10:18:43 PM PST by Smokin' Joe (How often God must weep at humans' folly. Stand fast. God knows what He is doing.)
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