Thank you for sharing that comment! I've been wondering whether I've overshared, which is easy to do when it comes to matters of religion. Especially as I can totally relate to "looking for something hopeful to believe in." I loved my religion, and when I left it I had to redefine my life in a way. I wrote about that process back then if…
Thank you for sharing that comment! I've been wondering whether I've overshared, which is easy to do when it comes to matters of religion. Especially as I can totally relate to "looking for something hopeful to believe in." I loved my religion, and when I left it I had to redefine my life in a way. I wrote about that process back then if you're interested:
I haven't, but I was a big fan of Rob Bell back in the day and he had Peter on his podcast several times. Looks like they are in the same vein, kind of post-religion spirituality?
Yup! You nailed it. Peter does this rad thing called Atheism for lent (during lenten season) and it’s super fascinating. Really opened my eyes to the long running vein of atheism through history even among the faithful.
Thank you for sharing that comment! I've been wondering whether I've overshared, which is easy to do when it comes to matters of religion. Especially as I can totally relate to "looking for something hopeful to believe in." I loved my religion, and when I left it I had to redefine my life in a way. I wrote about that process back then if you're interested:
https://ellegriffin.com/my-creed/
https://ellegriffin.com/my-buddhist-mantra/
Good luck with your faith and art!!! I'm sure it will be beautiful however it turns out!
I’ll take a look at what you wrote. ❤️ In this case, I think vulnerability is powerful. There are many who are seeking these days.
Curious to see if you’ve read/listened to Peter Rollins? His philosophy and ideas have gotten me through many a hopeless time.
I haven't, but I was a big fan of Rob Bell back in the day and he had Peter on his podcast several times. Looks like they are in the same vein, kind of post-religion spirituality?
Yup! You nailed it. Peter does this rad thing called Atheism for lent (during lenten season) and it’s super fascinating. Really opened my eyes to the long running vein of atheism through history even among the faithful.
Very interesting! I kind of love that perspective.