Posts by jadetiger37

Dana Davis5 said:Every woman has a bit of a devious side in her, so don't go underselling me there, buddy—I am a woman, after all, and my ego can definitely handle the truth, so don't worry about me. 😁

When a woman neglects herself, it's usually because she's poured everything into serving others or looking after her family. It's different for men—if a man decides to serve, he tends to dive headfirst into spirituality and just tosses everything else aside.
That seems to be another big divide between the genders to me. A woman is capable of learning from her own mistakes through that act of service, growing and gaining wisdom along the way. But I'm not so sure a man can achieve the same thing—actually, I'm pretty convinced he can't, because men just don't have that specific kind of potential women possess. And I'm talking strictly about the potential for practical spirituality here, not just sitting around theorizing about it.

And hey, if I said your ego could handle it, I wasn't planning on belittling you... I'm not exactly a spiritual heavyweight myself—I am a man, after all. 🙂

What I'm actually getting at is that women have a higher potential for spirituality, though maybe not in terms of raw ability, but in how they actually develop it.
But one thing isn't clear to me—based on what you wrote, women start with an advantage and are basically hardwired to achieve more spiritually... that’s a pretty bold claim, lady.

So, what's the rulebook say? What actually makes that potential "greater"? I really hope we aren't going to drag religion into this, okay? 🙂

Anyway, since we're talking about real-world applications here, I'd love to hear some actual examples of those differences you mentioned.

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Brian Allen18 said:If that's the case, then why on earth do they dive into marriages and relationships with such enthusiasm? 🤣

I think the idea is that they're trying to realize their spirituality through comfort and security—using them as a destination on their path. 🙂

Dana Davis5 said:Don't worry, the men will get their turn eventually. 😁
Anyway, that bluntness toward women—as you put it—actually allows for this incredible level of introspection. To me, it feels like a byproduct of that deep intuition women carry; we all know that intuition is basically a direct line to the Source.
Personally, I don't think a woman even needs to "work" on herself to be spiritual. All she really needs is to focus on building things up—focusing on wisdom rather than destruction, or wasting energy on gossip, pettiness, jealousy, and spite.
A woman is pretty much perfect just as she is, provided she chooses wisdom. It’s different for men, though—they usually have to put in a lot more work just to reach what I'd call a woman's "factory settings."

Well, look at that—the guys finally get their turn... and not even in a sneaky way either. 😁

And it's not like we don't have to do anything at all... just standing still without nurturing your potential actually destroys the spirit or traps it, putting limits on how much it can grow.
As for that whole "wasting energy" thing—I don't see it as being that negative. Everything you listed there is just part of being human, and denying those things would be like denying humanity itself. The problem only starts when a person can't step away from those traits, or worse, when those traits become the peak of their development.
Real wisdom comes from learning from your mistakes—especially the ones you make when you're young. That’s probably why the image of God is always interpreted as some old guy with a beard. 🙂

Regarding us men being spiritually "damaged goods"—look, my fellow forum friend, we aren't actually *that* far behind... especially when it comes to those "factory settings." 😉

hollowpuma762 said:You’ve got your premises and your conclusions all tangled up here. You're projecting an uncontrolled Ego onto a domain that actually thrives precisely because it's the opposite.

Ugh, I had to reread my own post just to figure out where I even said that... 🤷
You completely misread me. It’s actually quite the opposite—my first premise is that the ego acts as a potential controlling factor. My second point is about the quality of that control; women are more capable at it, which leads me to conclude they’re more spiritual...

Dana Davis5 said:But honestly? Those masks slip pretty fast when you put two women under the same roof. I mean, no man can be quite as sneaky or downright malicious—men might yell at each other's faces, sure, but ten minutes later they're grabbing a beer, watching the game, or just chatting away like nothing ever happened. But women? They'll fight tooth and nail for dominance, using all sorts of subtle, underhanded tactics to get their way. Though, once a man walks back into the room, suddenly she's acting all sweet and innocent, like her nails aren't even dry yet—hardly capable of scratching anyone's eyes out. 😁

The snake in the Garden wasn't even on the tree to begin with; it crawled straight out of the female heart.

Man, you are brutal toward your own gender... 😁

- Again, it all depends on the situation and how you see it (and once again, instead of saying underhanded, I’m going with devious 🙂)...
If we're saying men can't be as devious or malicious as you claim, then they're basically limited in one area of operation; so, they struggle to see the full picture since they aren't using every tool in the kit. They’ll miss some crucial detail in the process, right? Whether that's a curse or a blessing is really up to the individual... 🙂

- And as for the whole claws thing (🤣), I'll give you that. Men are more inclined to just back off quickly to restore peace and quiet, so they can focus their energy on "smarter" things that women don't value nearly as much; so we end up right back at that male-female dynamic coalition...
But if the female brain is too complex even for women themselves to grasp, let alone men—well, maybe that’s just more proof of a higher spirituality...
Or maybe it’s just the beauty and mystery of reaching for something unattainable...

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Ryan Wilson2 said:To be blunt, my stance is that women possess a natural, innate predisposition toward spirituality, whereas men typically gravitate toward these pursuits merely because they find it attractive to women. 🙂

Look, keeping it short and sweet...

PS. Honestly, I have no clue how this thread turned into such a mess of horniness and chaos, but clearly, you can't escape the madness no matter which corner of the internet you hide in.. 😁

Brian Allen18 said:This honestly reminds me of something else entirely... 😈
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Yeah, that was exactly the point of the metaphor..
Only thing is, 😈 I gave it a positive spin for this topic—just so nobody accidentally takes offense or anything.. 😉

Dana Davis5 said:Anyway, now that you've officially shared your final verdict on my username and my "work," can we get back to the actual topic, or what?

OT. You know, I’ve always felt like the female ego tends to run a little deeper than the male one—mostly because it feels a bit more cunning, maybe a little more manipulative... actually, I'd go as far as saying it's smarter, though I guess that really just depends on how much self-awareness and focus a woman actually has.
If you want the ultimate proof of that drive for dominance and control, just look at the classic mother-in-law vs. daughter-in-law dynamic.

I’m with you on this... 👍 I’d just swap out 'meaner' for more insidious...
When you look at the male ego, it’s transparent—way too easy to spot, even when they try to hide it behind all sorts of pretenses.
But, if we’re talking about self-awareness and sheer willpower, a high-functioning female ego is going to be way more dominant and powerful than a man's; so yeah, I’d definitely say women have a stronger spirit than us guys do..

And why is it that most spiritual leaders, gurus, and philosophers end up being men?
- Maybe it’s because the male ego is so "cheap"—whereas women don't need external validation to know they are superior—at least in this specific context..

Metaphorically speaking: The ultimate flex of the female ego is that it managed to convince men that it's actually weaker than ours..

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Hey there, you beautiful bunch of misfits.. 🙂

I’m hunting for a gift for a buddy of mine—guy loves to write, actually pretty damn good at it too. I’m looking for a complete setup, you know? Like a nice notebook paired with some unique writing instruments—fountain pens, ballpoints, pencils—maybe some ink, just that whole retro vibe. Doesn't have to be a pre-packaged set; I can piece it together myself, I just need some leads on where to find the good stuff..

I’ve scoured the entire internet, but nothing hits the mark, and it's way too late to be messing around with eBay now.. His birthday is next week..

Funny story, though—years ago, I got something similar from this local craftsman out near the outskirts of a small town in Ohio. But being the "smart" guy I am, I gave it to my ex, and God knows what she did with it.. 😵
So, if anyone happens to be from that neck of the woods, feel free to hit me up..

Best regards..

Susan Price said:jadetiger37 sent me this "request to let me use a capital letter."

They slid right into my DMs with it.

Just wanted to back them up on that request and say thanks to her for all the help.. 🙂

driftingwolf5 said:I’ve been lurking on this American forum for quite some time now, usually just reading and finding plenty of things to agree with, but today I felt like actually contributing something of my own...

It seems I simply can't stand being alone with my own thoughts. Whenever I try to sit down and study for exams, I find myself retreating into isolation, yet I'm constantly plagued by these nagging distractions; I always seem to find something new to fret over. I suppose I'm not exactly thrilled about being alone, though I know having no social circle isn't the end of the world—it just makes me wonder why I feel so fragile, as if I lack the strength to be content in my own company. When things get heavy, I lose my appetite entirely; it's not that I'm choosing not to eat, I just force myself through it because the nausea is too much to handle. People tell me I look terrible, or that I've become unhealthily thin. There are moments when I feel a bit better, but once the solitude sets back in, everything reverts to the same old pattern. I don't really talk to anyone about it either, mostly because I worry I'll sound ridiculous bringing up these kinds of struggles. My biggest hurdle right now, though, is just trying to stay focused and study for these exams without being stuck in this loop of loneliness and distraction; if I could just figure out how to manage that, things might be different.

Look, I'm gonna give it to you straight—don't take this the wrong way—but these are textbook signs of depression, social anxiety, and mostly, a massive hit to your self-esteem. My best advice? Go talk to a pro, like a therapist or a psychologist...

And don't go thinking it's some huge deal. I know plenty of people who see a therapist regularly because, honestly, we all need someone to actually get us and give us a pat on the back once in a while, right? 🙂

Btw, I'm speaking from experience here. I went through similar stuff and used to dodge the experts because I was like, "I'm not some pathetic loser who needs a doctor"—yeah, I was being an idiot. 😁

Looking back, seeing a professional was one of the smartest moves I ever made. My only regret is that my therapist was married, but hey, I managed to snag her for a coffee under the guise of "saying thanks." 😍

So, heads up: put a smile on, invest in yourself, and your body will follow suit... 🙂

Hope this helps a little...