Comments on Bahá’í Thought: 'Tis the Season to Consume

Thanks Paula and We Are One, glad to see the post ...

2011-12-01T09:51:00.966-02:00

Thanks Paula and We Are One, glad to see the post was useful.

Anonymous, this post had a tongue and cheek spirit to it including the zombie image which is a metaphor and not "calling" anyone a zombie. I'm sorry if you experienced it as harsh, that was not my intent. However, if a person experiences guilt reading this piece they might ask themselves why and examine their own attitudes and behaviors regarding consumption. As I mentioned the stakes are higher than whatever momentary discomfort they might feel reading what I wrote. Also, I'm not concerned about reaching a larger audience but telling the truth as I see it. I have never written in an effort to be popular. I agree with you that guilt is not the most effective teaching method and appreciate you offering that feedback. It is food for thought indeed.

That was kind of harsh, honestly. Guilt isn't ...

2011-12-01T09:17:25.564-02:00

That was kind of harsh, honestly. Guilt isn't a good teaching method, along with calling people "zombies". Aren't you trying to reach a wider audience?

it's true what paula explains.. i like the co...

2011-12-01T06:55:50.705-02:00

it's true what paula explains..

i like the concept of us being consumed with service to every member of the human race, translating our thoughts into 'pure and holy deeds,..a virtuous life and a goodly behavior' (Baha'u'llah) in order to bring about justice and peace in this world

Dear Phillipe, Once again thank you for writing yo...

2011-11-30T10:48:07.245-02:00

Dear Phillipe,
Once again thank you for writing your blog and writing about this particular subject. I've found your writing is very easy to share with my friends in the greater community. All of us, no matter what religion or spiritual practice, can relative to the truths you share by the gifted way you write.
Thank you, thank you, thank you,
Paula