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  1. Araceli Cianna

    So I'm Interested in Shaktism

    I am not Hindu but I work with Durga at times and I absolutely adore reading the Devi Mahatmyam. I first read it online and loved it so much I bought the book. It has taught me so much and continues to. I really feel connected to Devi and the Divine Feminine when I read it.
  2. Araceli Cianna

    Recommended reading for evolution?

    Thank you, I was actually wondering whether I should get this book. Many others too that have been suggested. I will start with these :)
  3. Araceli Cianna

    Recommended reading for evolution?

    Thanks, but I was raised with all these creationist science books. I'm pretty well versed in all those arguments. I had to study many for my actual science exams in high school. So the problem is my knowledge is already too one sided. I have never been taught evolution. This is exactly why I'm...
  4. Araceli Cianna

    Recommended reading for evolution?

    I was raised with Creationism at a religious school and that's all I know, but I haven't believed the doctrine in years. It never really bothered me much that I didn't really know the science behind evolution before, but now I have a preachy person in my life and I'm hearing arguments that I...
  5. Araceli Cianna

    How has God shown you He loves you?

    This is what I thought for a long time too, but you have to remember the bible was edited by people with an agenda. I don't think half of the bible is the original text. So again people have blurred Jesus' true character... In my opinion. Because with this struggle I have been mad at him for not...
  6. Araceli Cianna

    Is the Universe a Conscious Mind?

    I don't think it is really conscious... I used to but I'm not a big fan of the idea these days.
  7. Araceli Cianna

    How has God shown you He loves you?

    I think the problem is not so much about the Abrahamic God's love, but more about the propaganda that surrounds those whole religions in general. Abrahamic religions leave a bad taste in many people's mouths, including my own. I have had to struggle with the Abrahamic God (in the form of Jesus)...
  8. Araceli Cianna

    Lost once more

    Historically that's not true. Christianity was often integrated with pre-existing pagan practices. In fact it was pretty common.
  9. Araceli Cianna

    Lost once more

    I promise you do eventually find your path. Even if it takes months, years, you find what suits you. And it can change too! I was Christian growing up, I was new age for a few years, then went through a life crisis and had to reassess everything, and found my pagan path, with a dash of Jesus. ;)
  10. Araceli Cianna

    Lost once more

    This is well put and what happened to me, except with paganism! I actually went about praying to a few deities until I heard one reply. That was Diana and ever since I've found peace and happiness following her path.
  11. Araceli Cianna

    What do you think happens when we die

    I don't think anything happens... I've always been rather spiritual, but weirdly for the most part have never expected there to be anything after death. Like, it's probably just the end, and I'm cool with it.
  12. Araceli Cianna

    What is the point of saying grace before a meal?

    "Only when eating with others"... basically when with my family. I always think that it's the farmers and workers and the earth that needs thanking.
  13. Araceli Cianna

    I've decided I am Poly-Religious

    I grew up with Christianity, and I feel close to Jesus as a Gnostic, but I am also a Dianic witch, and I tried to make the two come together but it didn't work. As I have been working with both these systems for a while now I've decided to make it 'official' and do self-initiation in both...
  14. Araceli Cianna

    I need help this is not a joke nor drill

    I second the B vitamins! I got a blood test after being diagnosed with anxiety/depression by one doctor and turned out my B vits were chronically low. So I was given an injection to top them up... it absolutely changed me! And there are definitely many nice people, but the news likes to focus...
  15. Araceli Cianna

    Are Humans Truly Monogamous?

    I do not believe so. Considering divorce rates I'd say we are more likely serial monogamists.
  16. Araceli Cianna

    I need help this is not a joke nor drill

    Depression can come with psychotic experiences. It happened to me, so I understand. I have suffered far worse than you, not that it's a competition, but I finally realised they were hallucinations and not spiritual experiences. As others have said, it's better you talk to a professional about...
  17. Araceli Cianna

    So who all here uses Steam?

    *raises hand*
  18. Araceli Cianna

    jesus christ

    For me, personally, bad associations. I was raised in an abusive religious household, and I experienced a negative perception of all things Christianity. As I've matured though I've realised Jesus is not all those bad things... but the hesitation is still pretty strong. He doesn't seem to mind...
  19. Araceli Cianna

    Religiously/Spiritually Based Diet

    Well, since I am pagan, I try to eat as much whole foods as possible. I also try not to eat meat because of the way livestock is abused. Besides that, I have lactose intolerance so I avoid dairy too. So you can imagine my diet is mostly whole grains, vegetables, and nuts. It's not that I have to...
  20. Araceli Cianna

    Getting to know you: Discuss your faith

    It's different with each deity. When I pray to Diana I get a general feeling of support. With Durga I get peace from my anxieties, with Quan Yin I get compassion and kindness, with Jesus I get love and forgiveness. But those are just the feelings. I also get the visions and out of body...
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