Posted by:
Moroni Marten
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Date: May 05, 2012 12:02PM
Maybe this is an over generalization, but based upon my observations and experiences, it rings true to me.
When I left the LDS Church and fell away from religion all together, my attitude changed dramatically. I saw things differently. I wake each day now in awe at the beauty of the world. I feel more caring and compassionate to others. I feel much more accepting of diversity. I am constantly reminded how great it is to be alive on this amazing planet. Personally, I think this is the BEST of times.
In contrast, I have very religious friends who are constantly complaining about how "evil" the world is. How we are in a downward spiral of sin and corruption. They are very pessimistic of the future with some claiming that the world will be destroyed within decades. They think this is the WORST of times.
I think to myself, "Was I like this when I was religious?" I think I was. I remember feeling that I was one of the few "good" people on the earth just hanging on in world of evilness until the end. I am just so happy that I now view the world without the religion filter. I am the happiest and the most positive I've ever been.
Has anyone experienced something similar?