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Lord Kenneth · 12-01-2003, 02:36 PM

I've never really had any friends-- those whom I might consider friends are usually people who are there just to humor me.

In fact, people are amazed to hear I've only been hugged twice (by some slut who did it because someone told me to, second time was because I tried to get away from her first time).

I do not sink down to the "it's okay to be irrational" school of thought. No, it's not okay to be irrational. My strong views and lack of ignorance and irrationality greatly seperate myself from other people.

So, they've ignored me and I've rejected them. Really, though, it's not me-- it's other people's fault (for being stupid).

wildernesse · 12-01-2003, 05:51 PM

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Originally posted by Lord Kenneth
I do not sink down to the "it's okay to be irrational" school of thought. No, it's not okay to be irrational. My strong views and lack of ignorance and irrationality greatly seperate myself from other people.

What is it you always hear? The more you know, the more you realize that you don't know. Those who don't know the limits of their knowledge/competency are frightening people indeed.

I also don't know how people could be both amazingly predictable *and* irrational. A purely rational person would be far more predictable, wouldn't they?

Are you still using two different computers, or have you consolidated your two names back home?

--tibac

Lord Kenneth · 12-01-2003, 07:03 PM

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Originally posted by Craigart14

Remember that schools are pressure cookers. Boys who can throw footballs but will later pump gas and fix toilets for a living rule the roost. Girls who look good in short skirts but will later raise their children on welfare are worshipped. Keep in mind that it's temporary. Carve out from the larger world the space that fits you. And remember: Non e illegitimus carborundum (Don't let the bastards grind you down).

Craig

Sure, that all *sounds* nice, but just how true is it? Look who our president is...

Malagasy Rain · 12-01-2003, 07:16 PM

You and I have something in common, Lord Kenneth. The people I hang around with are more like acquaintances. Truth to tell, and I mentioned this here before, I do sort of look down on some of these guys even though they probably know about something that I've never even heard of.

And I've also had to hug some skank twice here in school. I have no interest in her or any of the ugly, horribly stretch-marked girls here.

Lord Kenneth · 12-01-2003, 07:30 PM

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Originally posted by Aurora Elegance
I have no interest in her or any of the ugly, horribly stretch-marked girls here.

And, instinctual attraction aside, why does that matter, whether they are ugly or not?

Lord Kenneth · 12-01-2003, 07:32 PM

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Originally posted by Aurora Elegance
Truth to tell, and I mentioned this here before, I do sort of look down on some of these guys even though they probably know about something that I've never even heard of.

Does that really matter? What's more important is being able to think and reason. Memorizing facts is good, but proper critical thinking is much more crucial.

wildernesse · 12-01-2003, 08:40 PM

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Originally posted by Lord Kenneth
Oh, please, don't mix up education with intelligence.

I wasn't. Intelligent people should easily be able to comprehend their substantial ignorance.

--tibac

Malagasy Rain · 12-01-2003, 08:49 PM

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Originally posted by Lord Kenneth
And, instinctual attraction aside, why does that matter, whether they are ugly or not?

I just have an aversion to stretch marks. They are why I think my body is so fucked up.

AspenMama · 12-01-2003, 09:56 PM

This discussion is rapidly deteriorating and flaking out of the realm of a Secular Lifestyle discussion. Is anyone still interested in the original topic of feeling detached from society because of their atheism and superior level of intelligence?

Lord Kenneth, play nice please-- by that I mean specifically refrain from implying that posters you are responding to here are lowlifes.

--- AspenMama, SL Moderator

jayh · 12-06-2003, 06:57 PM

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Originally posted by Lord Kenneth
I've never really had any friends-- those whom I might consider friends are usually people who are there just to humor me.

In fact, people are amazed to hear I've only been hugged twice (by some slut who did it because someone told me to, second time was because I tried to get away from her first time).

I do not sink down to the "it's okay to be irrational" school of thought. No, it's not okay to be irrational. My strong views and lack of ignorance and irrationality greatly seperate myself from other people.

So, they've ignored me and I've rejected them. Really, though, it's not me-- it's other people's fault (for being stupid).

Sounds like a bit of self obsession could be a factor as well.

Feel free to correct me if I am misreading your posts, but it would seem anyone who is so conscious about why others don't measure up to one's own standards is not likely to have many associates or any good friendships (nor likely to breed successfully either).

While it is good to stretch your mind as far as it will go, there is a lot to be gained by being comfortable with all kinds of people. Qualities like kindness, trustworthiness, empathy, loyalty are far more important in a friendship than raw intelligence.

j

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12-01-2003, 02:36 PM	#1
Lord Kenneth Banned Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Nebraska Posts: 45	I've never really had any friends-- those whom I might consider friends are usually people who are there just to humor me. In fact, people are amazed to hear I've only been hugged twice (by some slut who did it because someone told me to, second time was because I tried to get away from her first time). I do not sink down to the "it's okay to be irrational" school of thought. No, it's not okay to be irrational. My strong views and lack of ignorance and irrationality greatly seperate myself from other people. So, they've ignored me and I've rejected them. Really, though, it's not me-- it's other people's fault (for being stupid).

12-01-2003, 07:16 PM	#4
Malagasy Rain Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: USA Posts: 664	You and I have something in common, Lord Kenneth. The people I hang around with are more like acquaintances. Truth to tell, and I mentioned this here before, I do sort of look down on some of these guys even though they probably know about something that I've never even heard of. And I've also had to hug some skank twice here in school. I have no interest in her or any of the ugly, horribly stretch-marked girls here.

12-01-2003, 09:56 PM	#9
AspenMama Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Colorado Posts: 3,311	This discussion is rapidly deteriorating and flaking out of the realm of a Secular Lifestyle discussion. Is anyone still interested in the original topic of feeling detached from society because of their atheism and superior level of intelligence? Lord Kenneth, play nice please-- by that I mean specifically refrain from implying that posters you are responding to here are lowlifes. --- AspenMama, SL Moderator

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