Questioning Success, You, Lonely, Knowing, Contracts, and Liars

 

“The most important thing is to enjoy your life—to be happy—it's all that matters.”

-- Audrey Hepburn

Did success bring you happiness?

The question is stated backward. It should read, “Did happiness bring you success?” One should always strive for true happiness always and in all things, regardless of one’s circumstances. This is true and sustainable success in life.

Do you think fashion impacts your assumption of gender? How/Why?

No. How you act impacts my assumption of gender… or lack thereof.

When a writer posts a question, do they usually know what their answer would be for the question posted?

To pose a question that they already know the answer to, they must be a teacher. To post a question that they know the answer to, is a waste of time if they aren’t teaching. If I answer a question and the person who posted it says that I’m wrong, I’d be asking them why they posted a question if they already knew what their answer would be. If anyone answers, it is their answer, and, for them, the answer is correct.

When is the right time to say sorry if you are at fault?

As soon as possible. 

Can it be true that one should show respect even to people who don’t deserve it, not as a reflection of their character, but as a reflection of yours?

The only time you show respect to someone who obviously does not deserve it is if they are over you in business. You aren’t respecting them, you are respecting their office. If they ever ask you why you show them respect when they treat you so horribly, you can be honest with them: “I don’t respect you, you’re a piece of shit. However, I will show respect to your position, your office, in the company.” But, I wouldn’t expect them to care enough to ask.

Author's comment: Well said, I like this, thank you.

What does the quote “to thine oneself and own self be true” mean, explain, convey, and express?

The quote is actually, “To thine own self be true.” From Shakespeare’s “Hamlet.” It simply means to always be true to yourself.

“This expression suggests that above all else, one should be true to one's own beliefs, morals, and principles.” 

-- Poem Analysis

What do people think about you?

I can only hope it is good. Other than not having a filter, I try not to be rude and unseemly. I get hugs, and that usually means people like me. I haven’t been groped, so they don’t like me that much.

Do some men act like they don't like you while they do secretly?

That’s pretty immature of some men. If I like a person, they will know it.

What can you tell me about courage, fear, and keyboard warriors?

If you’re a “keyboard warrior” it doesn’t say much about having the courage to conquer fear and get out from behind the keyboard and face the public. Now, if you do get out and face the public, you are a true warrior, with courage and little fear.

Is it rude to poop on a pooper?

Rise above it… please.

Do women need to be retrained so that they behave properly and understand what kinds of behavior are acceptable?

Nope. The women I hang around with are doing just fine. But, you go and tell them they need to be retrained to behave properly and acceptable. Let me know how that works out for you.

Do women molest men in public?

Only in my dreams. Don’t we just wish it were true?

“If you want something you have never had, you must be willing to do something you have never done.”

-- Thomas Jefferson

How do I feel less alone?

Make some friends.

Do you have a distorted view of reality?

No, my view of reality is pretty real. people have accused me of having a distorted view, but once I show them or explain it to them, they seem to agree.

What were your initial expectations for the product/service, and did it meet or exceed those expectations?

She exceeded all of my expectations.

Is being gullible a sign of intelligence? Is that why so many Quora users are Geniuses when it comes to the reality of whether or not if questions on this platform are realistic?

You make an invalid statement when you title “so many Quora users are geniuses.” Whether or not the questions on this platform are realistic has nothing to do with people wanting to answer them. Gullibility is not, necessarily, a sign of intelligence. Anybody can be gullible, By the way, “Geniuses” is not capitalized, and "if" doesn't belong.

Why is bad behavior by females not called out as much as bad behavior in males?

Because they're a lot more fun to watch?

How do I trust someone who has lied to me more than once, knowing I had trust issues?

I don’t have trust issues and I sure wouldn’t trust anything they ever said to me again. You can forgive them for being the way they are, but trust is something they will never have from anyone.

“I'm not upset that you lied to me, I'm upset that from now on I can't believe you.”

-- Friedrich Nietzsche

What is it that those who are accomplished know?

Perseverance. By definition, they launch a “continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition.” They don’t let anything stand in their way. They overcome any obstacles to accomplish their goal.

What do atheists say when they're scared?

“Mommy!”

How do I eliminate negative emotions and be happy all the time?

Being truly happy is a simple choice, I strive to be truly happy always and in all things, regardless of my circumstances. It is a choice you make for your life. When you feel a negative emotion coming on, you only need to ignore it in favor of something happier. Make the choice and stick with it. That’s it.

Overall, how satisfied are you with your experience with the product/service?

Speaking of naive questions, is there a particular product or service you’d like us to discuss?

What are some examples of naive questions?

Is it rude to poop on a pooper? What shall I ask? Who is the most powerful in this world who gives the right answer? How many potential Quora questions are there?

There are thousands of naive questions and an untold number of basic questions. They are, for the most part, questions that people feel the need to ask, and others feel the need to answer.

What do you think about this? (I hope it's true): “Once you desire something, it means you can have it, you can't desire something/someone not meant for you.”

Bullshit.

“It is easy, when you are young, to believe that what you desire is no less than what you deserve, to assume that if you want something badly enough, it is your God-given right to have it.”

-- Jon Krakauer

What does it mean when someone says they are "going to take a contract out on you"?

Seeing as I’m Sicilian, they’re going to pay a "hitman" to kill you.

Does ego make a person lose the ability to learn and think?

It is another stumbling block. You don’t necessarily lose the ability to learn and think, but it certainly doesn’t make it any easier. Better if you leave your “ego” out of the equation.

What happens if you stop trying to prove yourself to everyone and just know you're worth it and start to believe in yourself?

You stop wasting time on idiots.

Can positive thinking contribute to improved conflict resolution in relationships?

As long as your “positive thinking” doesn’t excuse your lack of understanding of what is wrong in the relationship. Contrary to what one may think, not everything is okay or there wouldn’t be conflict.

What is your personal solution to fight weariness?

Focus.

What is the difference between "good" and "above average" remarks in a compliment of employment service letter?

Neither one is very complementary. Above average means that you’re better than most of the meatheads. One should work toward something better.

“Apparently I lack some particular perversion which today's employer is seeking. ”

-- John Kennedy Toole

What's the reason a man always turns out to be a liar compared to a woman?

It’s what we do best, It’s why women are always caught in their lies. 

I love a girl, but I am afraid of telling her how I feel. What should I do?

Bury your fear, and go tell her how you feel. Honesty is the only way you will ever find the truth without baggage. You can lie and find the truth, but now you have that baggage. Better you should tell her and get it out of the way.

Why do some men keep coming back into your life even though they don't really love you, and why is it so hard to let them go?

They like the sex. And, you can’t let them go because it’s "hard" and you like the sex.

Do you think a male should be dating in his 20s?

When should he start? You do know there is a “use before” date on his stuff, right? I mean, it could stop working anytime, so he should get as much use out of it as he can. Just saying.

Is it possible to forgive someone who cheated on you and still love them, even though you may never fully trust them again? Was the act of cheating unforgivable?

It is easier to forgive than to forget.

What is the motive for some women to play "hard to get" even though they're into someone else?

I swear it’s what their mother trained them to do. This has been going on since the beginning of time.

“Sit your affections, your heart, and your precious time out on the doorstep without so much as making him ring the doorbell first, and he’ll treat you like a doormat. Make him work a little to get next to you, and he won’t stop til you’re his.”

-- Mandy Hale 

Editor's Note

(Re: disclaimer cum "get out of jail free" card)

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We all fall from grace, some more often than others; it is part of being human. God's test for us is what we learn from the experience... and what we do afterward.

Pastor Tony spent 22 years with United States Air Force Intelligence as a planner, analyst, briefer, instructor, and senior manager. Following his service career, he spent 17 years working with the premier and world-renowned Western Institutional Review Board, helping to protect the rights of human subjects involved in pharmaceutical research. He also served 8 years on the Board of Directors for the Angela J. Bowen Foundation.

Ordained in 2013 as an "interfaith" minister, he founded the Congregation for Religious Tolerance in response to intolerance shown by Christians toward peaceful Islam. As a weapon for his war on intolerance, he chose the pen. He wages his "battle" in the guise of the Congregation's official online blog, The Path, of which he is both author and editor. "The Path" offers a vehicle for commentary and guidance concerning one's personal, spiritual path toward peace and the final destination for us all. He resides in Pass Christian, Mississippi, where he volunteered as the lead chaplain at a regional medical center.

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