UN: LGBTQ Equality In America "Not Within Reach"

[PGen98]

Serafin is the Spinal Tap of contrarians....

Definitely! Takes it to special levels!

 

[Webster]

Definitely! Takes it to special levels!

Like Spinal Tap is to drummers....

Early in the film, it's revealed that Spın̈al Tap's drummers die in mysterious ways, including once by Spontaneous Human Combustion. In the epilogue, the drummer explodes. In the MGM commentary, the band admits they're glad Marty captured it on film for the insurance people.

 

[PGen98]

Gotta' have it on camera, for sure!

 

[Webster]

Here's another reason why the UN was right to say what it did.....

The right’s stochastic pundits warn of more violence if LGBTQ community doesn’t stop ‘grooming’

They’re not even really bothering with the “thoughts and prayers” or expressions of regret at the violence after the mass shootings they inspire any longer. No, the people who have been targeting the LGBTQ community with classic stochastic...

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They’re not even really bothering with the “thoughts and prayers” or expressions of regret at the violence after the mass shootings they inspire any longer. No, the people who have been targeting the LGBTQ community with classic stochastic terrorism—dehumanizing and demonizing them, describing them as worthy of violent expulsion, and then leaving the violence to the angry extremists they inspire—are just making the briefest of nods before moving straight ahead with the narrative that really, the victims had it coming, and the perpetrators were entirely justified.

 

[Vaeve]

Guys, if you're missing Serafin so much, I can act like him for you. I'm much better at edgy stuff anyway.

 

[Webster]

Guys, if you're missing Serafin so much, I can act like him for you. I'm much better at edgy stuff anyway.

Nah, just be yourself. Don't try to copy someone else; just be yourself.

 

[Vaeve]

Nah, just be yourself. Don't try to copy someone else; just be yourself.

Webster desperately trying to avoid another Serafin on the forum

 

[Webster]

Webster desperately trying to avoid another Serafin on the forum

No, as much as I BMW (bitch, moan, whine) at Serafin whenever he posts something, I actually do miss the poor bastard....

 

[PGen98]

Here's another reason why the UN was right to say what it did.....

The right’s stochastic pundits warn of more violence if LGBTQ community doesn’t stop ‘grooming’

They’re not even really bothering with the “thoughts and prayers” or expressions of regret at the violence after the mass shootings they inspire any longer. No, the people who have been targeting the LGBTQ community with classic stochastic...

www.dailykos.com

The sheer fact they're using it as another excuse to attack the community is just disgusting. Shows what kind of human beings they are. People can't even mourn the dead, they're too busy taking crap from the right.

Guys, if you're missing Serafin so much, I can act like him for you. I'm much better at edgy stuff anyway.

Nah, one's enough...

 

[Webster]

The sheer fact they're using it as another excuse to attack the community is just disgusting. Shows what kind of human beings they are. People can't even mourn the dead, they're too busy taking crap from the right.

Like I said a while back, "If the Right had its way, every LGBTQ person in the world, myself included, would be thrown back into the closet with the door welded shut."

To which I added....

 

[PGen98]

Like I said a while back, "If the Right had its way, every LGBTQ person in the world, myself included, would be thrown back into the closet with the door welded shut."

To which I added....

(song's about overcoming mental illness, but appropriate here, too, as it's about overcoming adversity and facing that which pulls you down)

 

[Nebulous]

Guys, if you're missing Serafin so much, I can act like him for you. I'm much better at edgy stuff anyway.

Oh, so you take requests? Can you be a nice sweet boy?

 

[Vaeve]

Oh, so you take requests? Can you be a nice sweet boy?

Yes I can be Nebulous-san ayaya

 

[Webster]

Yes I can be Nebulous-san ayaya

 

[Vaeve]

Actually nah I need tips. How do I be a sweet little boy? Some examples would help

 

[Webster]

How do I be a sweet little boy?

 

[PGen98]

Actually nah I need tips. How do I be a sweet little boy? Some examples would help

Do everything Nebby and Webby do. Everything!

 

[Nebulous]

Yes I can be Nebulous-san ayaya

Actually nah I need tips. How do I be a sweet little boy? Some examples would help

1. Compliment Yourself
Every morning before you go on with your daily routine, take a couple of minutes to give yourself a compliment. Whether you compliment your outfit, haircut, or how you recently completed a task using your unique skill sets, giving yourself a little emotional boost will make you happy. And, when you're happy with yourself, that emotion can be contagious to those around you. Inspirational speaker Tony Robbins has a mantra he says aloud to himself most days to put him in a peak performance state.

2. Don't Make Excuses
Blaming your spouse, boss, or clients is fruitless and won't get you very far. Instead of pointing fingers and making excuses about why you aren't happy or successful in your personal or professional life, own your mistakes and learn from them. When you do this, you will become a better person. When I personally started living up to my mistakes and downfalls, my life turned itself around. I became happier and healthier, and my relationship with my wife improved. We are happier than ever.

3. Let Go of Anger
Letting go of anger is easier said than done. While anger is a perfectly normal emotion, you can't let it fester. When this happens, you may make unwise decisions, and more important, it may affect your health. Research suggests pent up anger can cause digestive problems, difficulty sleeping, and even heart disease.

To help you let go of anger, Roya R. Rad, MA, PsyD, suggests you write your feelings down, pray or meditate, or begin to manage your thoughts.

4. Practice Forgiveness
Joyce Marter, LCPC, suggests you forgive and let go of resentment. She notes, "If for no other reason than for yourself, forgive to untether yourself from the negative experiences of the past. Take time to meditate, and give thanks for the wisdom and knowledge gained from your suffering. Practice the mantra, 'I forgive you and I release you.'"

5. Be Honest and Direct
How would you feel if a loved one or business partner lied to you? Chances are you would see that as a violation of your trust. If you want to be a better person in either your personal or professional life, you should always tell the truth and state as clearly as possible what you are trying to convey. Learn to articulate your thoughts, feelings, and ideas in an open and honest manner.

6. Be Helpful
Whether giving up your seat to an elderly person on the subway, assisting a co-worker on a project, or carrying in the groceries when your spouse comes back from the store, being helpful is one of the easiest and most effective ways to practice becoming a better person. I find that the more I help others, the better I feel about myself and everyone around me.

7. Listen to Others
As Jeet Banerjee notes on Lifehack, "listening to people and giving everyone a voice is one of the greatest things you can do." He adds that he "got to meet some of the most amazing people, close some of the biggest deals, and develop connections that will last me a lifetime all because I took time to listen to people. Being a good listener can change your life in a positive manner."

8. Act Locally
It may not seem like a big deal, but supporting a local cause, donating clothes, or buying from local farmers' markets or businesses are simple ways you can help your specific region. You may not be able to save the world, but you very well could make a difference in your neck of the woods. Get to know and care about your community.

9. Always Be Polite
How much effort does it take to say, "Thank you," or to hold the elevator door open for someone? Not much at all. However, these acts of kindness can make someone's day. I decided a few years ago that it doesn't matter if someone is ultra rude, condescending, or worse. The way someone else behaves is not going to determine my behavior.

10. Be Yourself
Tiffany Mason has five excellent reasons on Lifehack why you should be yourself. These include being able to align yourself with your values and beliefs, establish your identity, build courage, create boundaries, and find focus and direction.

11. Be Open to Change
Whether trying a new restaurant, traveling to an unknown part of the world, or doing something that has always scared you, you should always be open to change. This allows you to grow because you experience something new. It helps you be high functioning and self-confident if you are not wary of change.

12. Be Respectful
How would you feel if you had just cleaned your home and someone came in and tracked mud everywhere? You'd probably be a little ticked that they hadn't taken off their shoes. Take this mentality and apply it to everyday life. For example, don't toss your trash or cigarette butts on the floor of public restrooms or sidewalks just because someone else will clean it up. Be respectful of others' time, thoughts, ideas, lifestyles, feelings, work, and everything else. You don't have to agree with any of it, but people have a right to their opinions and yours is not necessarily correct.

13. Don't Show Up Empty-handed
Going to a party this weekend at your friend's apartment? Make sure you don't arrive empty-handed. Even if you've been assured that there will be plenty of food and drink, bring along a little something to show you appreciate being invited.

14. Educate Yourself
If you don't understand why one country is invading another, take the time to educate yourself on the current event. Ask a person intimately connected with the event for his or her thoughts. Remember, we're all interconnected, and being aware of different cultures, different people, and what their lives are like can make you a more well-rounded individual. This will also help you understand points of view different from your own.

15. Surprise People
How good does it feel to make someone smile? It feels pretty good, right? Surprise your loved ones or co-workers now and then, with a gift, a night out on the town, or by offering help when you know they could use it.

Becoming a better person doesn't happen overnight, but it is possible. Believe in yourself and know that it is possible!

(stolen from here)

Do everything Nebby and Webby do. Everything!

 

[Vaeve]

Do everything Nebby and Webby do. Everything!

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You fools had one chance. One. One chance to redeem me and of my insolence. Yet you chose the pathetic path of ridiculing me, you will pay for it, dearly. You have only gratified and solidified my beliefs and now I will be even more destructive than before.

 

[Webster]

You fools had one chance. One. One chance to redeem me and of my insolence. Yet you chose the pathetic path of ridiculing me, you will pay for it, dearly. You have only gratified and solidified my beliefs and now I will be even more destructive than before.