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I really didnt know what to put this under so im sorry if its in the wrong catagory.

k well iv wanted to ask this qurestion for a while now but have been too hesitant. im 19 female if you need to know.

iv really been questioning religon lately. both my parents have their own religon, which i wont mention what it is because thats not the point. they feel very strong about it and believe in it. They think i should believe in it to because they think its the only way i will go to heaven or have a happy life etc.

when i was 4 i was continuously molestered to some random bastard,iv always been blamed for everything that happens within the family like arguements etc,i had a tumor which was cancerous,my bf proposed to me but found out that he only did it so he could get the green card etc (very long story).
my parents say that things happen to me because im not a good person i do bad things then bad things will happen to me so they assume im a bad pperson.this has really made me question things like what do i really believe in?i dont think i believe in my parent's religon.how do i know if this is the right religon to follow?i mean theres soo many religons out there which one is right?im so confused because i guess i want to believe in soemthing and im scared that if i dont believe in my parents religon then ill go to hell or bad things will happen to me in this life.its made me really depressed and emotional.i cant talk to my parents about it because they will be so angry (they think their religon is the way to go)but what if its not?i mean i was 4 years old for crying out loud how would i know what God is or what hell is etc and i still got molestered over and over again.am i really being punished?i just dont know what to think,im afaraid and i dont want to die not believing in anything :( but i dont want religon to be forced down my throat either.
I dont exactly know what im asking but what ever your thinking i guess id like to hear it.
Thank you, please please dont judge me.i cant help the way i think (link)
From your valuable letter it becomes clear that you are a beautiful and intelligent person. Thank you for taking a moment to share your powerful experiences!

Here are some thoughts that might be helpful...

Religion by itself simply represents a package created by humans designed to open your eyes to the absolute beauty and wonder we all share...

The word God and the beauty it represents doesn't necessarily belong to any one religion. With this in mind you can be free to discover the true nature of things naturally over time and in your own unique way.

It's true (as you know too well) that both positive and negative experiences exist within nature.

Ultimately, it will be through negative experiences that you will be guided to discover an even deeper appreciation for your positive potential to experience the absolute greatness you already are!

When you can begin to understand these words you will have a great sense of wisdom to share with others who will be asking the same questions as they attempt to understand what you already know.

It seems you are on an incredible journey. Use the negative to create the positive and soon you will live to celebrate your beautiful life! n.

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Hi,
I am 17f. I have always loved ballet, but I have never had dance lessons.. and I was wondering if it is ever too late to try and learn ballet.?.. I know it (seems to be) one of the more complicated dances to learn. I have heard you should take lessons from someone who is trained so you can learn properly. I am willing to put all that I can into it if I could find a good studio near me in Canada and if it is an affordable cost. Are lessons really expensive? What do I need to know the most? and where do I begin?
Ballet is what I want to learn most (link)
Ballet is a wonderful way to express the beauty and power of your incredible design!

There are secrets about the body and mind that can only be uncovered through moving disciplines like Ballet, Dance, Tai Chi, and Martial Arts.

As long as you choose to learn Ballet for the right reasons, you will have all the right reasons to pursue your dreams!

So Yes, please allow yourself to get inspired and then go for it! Reinvent yourself!

Be sure to let me know how it works out! n.


1. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGzEEmkasHA&feature=channel (link)
Hi,

Thanks for your great musical expression!

As a former professional musician and a current music teacher who is just about to marry a beautiful singer, song writer, piano and vocal teacher, I would like you to know that you have every reason to continue signing and making great music!

Naturally as you gain more experience you will learn to breath deeper and with more control in a way that will allow you to feel even more confident as you express the full power of your rhythmic and emotional feelings!

I recommend you learn to accompany yourself with a guitar or piano so you can begin to really hone your performance skills. This will allow you and your audience to be completely moved by your musical expression.

At this point I believe you are good enough to study with a vocal teacher/coach. This is a great way to add even more power to your sense of vocal confidence.

My fiancée teaches piano and vocals within the same lesson time. It will be great if you can find a similar learning environment!

Keep up your great work and please let me know how it goes! n.


I have sat and thought many a times about the point of life. When one comes to think about it, life is jsut about the most pointless and meaningless thing there is around. We are born, we are stupid and useless. We work for many many years with minimal enjoyment, then we are again stupid and useless. I really don't get the point of all this s**t and it really is getting to me. I have thought about how we all really jsut WANT to live, we don't really need to live. What does this universe or whatever need with humans? We are a pointless existence. In the end, everything will be gone. When the supernova of our sun happenes, everything will be gone. What really is the point? no matter the little joys you may get out of life, I don't see the point in going on through a long and pointless life, to get to nowhere. Death? that's all you get as a reward. its truly pathetic. Therefore, I don't want to live any longer, and I would like to commit suicide. But I am scared, and I do not want to make a scene. I want to just quickly, silently, and painlessly pass away, and be done with all this bulls**t. Please help me out. thank you (link)
You are absolutely right...

Your valuable insight is right on the money! In fact, you actually have something of great value to share with others who don't yet see things clearly like you do.

You are right, all human behavior is absolutely pointless unless it has power to bring a sense of quality and appreciation into your heart and mind.

It's important for people to realize, just like you said in your important letter, that even if they have the perfect career, family, house, car, boat, and you name it, at the deepest level none of it really matters.

Ultimately there is no where to go and nothing to do other than to be here, be aware, and to be fully present with a deep sense of appreciation in your heart.

With your powerful ability to observe, I'm sure you've been able to appreciate the way elements in our universe change from one form to another with a beautiful sense of ease, fluidity and grace. And you are right...

Some day a supernova (or some other natural force) is likely to change your sense of self from one form to another with the same ease, fluidity, and grace.

However, while you are in your current (and wonderful) form, you have a unique and powerful ability to appreciate how incredible you (as an inseparable part of the universe) really are.

You might not have this ability later when you are in non-human form.

So forget about (for the moment) all the people who are lost within their own sense of self-importance.

Your powerful insight is an opportunity for you to wake up and get inspired about a new way to really come alive while in this form!

Like I said earlier, now you have something of great value to share with others who don't yet see things clearly like you do.

One of the greatest things you can do in order to cultivate a deep appreciation for life itself is to reach for the fullest potential of your design.

In short, this means one more purpose in your wonderful life (beyond appreciation itself) could be to become the greatest expression of human form you can be.

You can become an example and therefore a teacher for those people who don't yet see clearly in the way you are now able. In other words, you can help others to find a simple and powerful meaning in life so you can begin to enjoy great company while you are still able to be in human form!

Stick around and surprise yourself with what you can create here on earth!

Be certain to let me know how it goes! n.





i smoke so much

is there a reason ?

i love the feeling but could it be more?

am i depressed? (link)
Once I was doing a Yogic Stretching class with a younger student (and recovering drug addict) who commented, "This feels just as good as doing cocaine."

My point is that on a deeper level we all want to feel alive and to feel appreciated.

Maybe when you smoke it helps you to appreciate what it feels like to be alive.

Naturally, just the fact you care deeply enough to write your important letter tells me you might like to find a healthier alternative.

Maybe you can find similar if not better feelings within a different activity. Many people get their high and/or their release as they walk, run, do Yoga, meditate, play soccer, surf, ride bike, and/or you name it. You can choose from so many possibilities!

Once you are able to find the same good feelings within other activities, you will know for certain whether you have smoking or whether smoking has you! You have the power to put yourself in charge so you can know the difference!

Soon I hope you will be able to experience the same good feelings as you enjoy life’s simplest pleasures…

If you’d like to learn more just let me know! n.


The economy is horrible. I have put in atleast 20 applacations in the past three weeks at local retail stores in my area. Imagine my suprise when just this past Saturday one actually calls to set up and interview. The interview was suppose to be for 2:00 pm today. I woke up at nine am to begin getting ready and preparing for the interview. I NEED this job! Being a single mom with no income at the moment is killing me. You could not imagine the hardships I have went through for the past month of being unemployed. (I was laid off at my previous job and was unable to draw unemployment.) I arrive at the interview 15 minutes till. I thought it would make me look more serious about wanting the position. I walk up to one of the employees and tell them that I am there for an interview. To this guys suprise he laughs (which I didn't find funny one single bit.) and tells me that the hiring manager must have gotten the days confused because she is off today. It felt like a semi truck hit me in my stomach. I live a good 35-40 minutes away from this store. Whats worse is the guy acted like he didn't even care that I had wasted my time and gas to be there for the interview. He was a complete jerk about the ordeal. He had me follow him to a company phone and tried to reach the lady that was suppose to be giving me the interview. At first he didn't have any luck, but right as I was about to walk out the door the phone rang and it was her. She told him to let me re-pick my interview time, any time except for that day. I picked 1:00 tomorrow, which was the absolute earliest she had. I am just so discouraged. I went out the day before and bought a brand new "interview" outfit, which I wasted on today. I used my gas money and wasted valuable time. I know the interview is tomorrow, but how do I gain my confidence back after such a low blow? The lady didn't even apologize for HER screw up! If the jobs weren't so hard to come by I would just say forget it, and move on. Like I said though, I REALLY need a job. I just was so ready today. Confident and looking 100% my best. I feel like I won't get the job tomorrow because of how bummed I am. I need some advice on how to regain confidence, and what I should do. Thanks. (link)
Congratulations, just the fact you care so deeply about doing the right thing (in so many ways) tells me you are more than a high quality and intelligent person!

Soon you will find the right job and with your powerful qualities you will continue to move yourself forward with ease.

I predict within a year you will be at least an assistant manager if not the manager at the store of your choice. And in two years who knows? In five years, look out!

The truth is we need more high quality, conscientious people like you in our world. You can be certain that with a little patience you will go much farther than you can even imagine…

Surprise yourself... Find out what you can really do! Picture yourself with the great success I know you and your wonderful family deserve!

Let me know how it all works out! n.


hey i need an idea for a college esssay

i need my essay to STAND OUT
any advice will really help! (link)
Maybe you've just answered your own question...

Perhaps your essay could be titled:

"What Does It Take To Stand Out And Make A Difference In This World?"

What does it really take to stand out and ultimately to make a difference? Can these qualities be taught? If not, how can we learn to develop these qualities? Who is likely to succeed in this area? What role if any does our pre-existing educational system play in this? Does a model already exist? If not, can a model really be created?

When you write this essay, you will prove you have what it takes to stand out!


Best of luck! Let me know what you come up with! n.


Im a little torn.Ive just stopped caring in life if I live or not and its scaring me.I feel as if I am ready for death or something. (link)
It's a scary feeling isn't it? It's as if on one day something as simple as a nice deep breath or a brilliant sunset is more than enough to bring a warm smile to your beautiful face, but then the next day those same things seem to have lost their meaning...

The simple fact that you care deeply enough to express such thoughts in your important letter lets me know you definitely have what it takes to move yourself to the other side of this experience.

To be ready for death is not such a bad thing. This means you have also lost any fear you might of had of living. This means you can start to really live and experience your wonderful life without any hesitation! What a great gift! In a sense now you are finally free!

In fact, now you can begin to wake yourself up and to really come alive as you make a full return to back to happiness with an even deeper sense of appreciation for the beauty of life itself. You deserve it!

Naturally there are lots of things you can do to help this process along. If you would like to learn more just let me know... n.




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