Is it normal for me not to believe in anything?

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Hello, I'm new to all this, so I'm testing this site out with a funny question. As you read above, I don't seem to believe in anything. I just go about my daily routine, (work, college, and gym) without any drive, goal, or even instinct. I love to question everything (including myself) and dwelve deeper into it. I want a better understanding of why I do the things I do. I've pretended to believe in what most people believe in, but it's not what I turn to in my time of need; when I'm lost. I feel as if with no guidance what so ever, I'm doomed to be what our society calls "normal". I know I'm not that, but I can't even answer this simple question about myself. "What do you believe in?" It makes me nervous, just attempting to answer that question. (:

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  • suckonthis9
    9 years ago

    Everyone needs something to believe in.

    We are currently in the midst of a mass-extinction event, that is causing all sorts of abnormal human (and animal) behaviours.

    Perhaps you should believe in surviving this, first and foremost?

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    • didact
      8 years ago

      I *think thats a subjective view. Maybe everyone should believe in a higher being, but they dont have to.
      I believe it would be in our best interest to tell the "Dude" in the sky, hey I believed in something, just didn't know it was you. Can I get a gold ticket Now?

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  • Dad
    9 years ago

    When we wake up in the morning we have a belief that the day will be there, the sun will come up that type of thing.

    Spiritually it is normal not to believe in any supernatural or mythical god guiding us. People feel they have the choice to do what they want and seek guidance from others, even it is as you say, a funny question.

    If you are a person that questions everything then that's good it will ultimately enable you to have a spiritual uplifting and belief that the universe is naturally beautiful and wondrous all on its own.

    Sorry I didn't answer it in a funny way, but then again you didn't mention religion :D

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    • didact
      8 years ago

      When you wake up in the morning* speak for yourself. Good point though.

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      • Dad
        8 years ago

        Thanks for the reply :)

        But I'd hope that you too feel the new day will begin after every night? One day it may not, but people don't dwell on the negative pessimistic views (unless emotionally distraught and hopefully seeking help).

        Looking ahead (be that imagining or dreaming or even working towards) is what allows people to go through the day at work (or some other hell) 'believing' it will all be worth it one day :)

        I'd be interested in your reply within the next couple of months :D

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        • didact
          8 years ago

          Very eloquently written Dad. I meant no disrespect by my message and thank you for responding respectfully.
          I do agree with what you said, but I've also read about living in the present helps people contemplate and wouldn't they have to think and think takes place in the present. Maybe I'm nuking this, and I'm actually I'm almost positive I am, but thoughts?

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          • Dad
            8 years ago

            I wasn't going to re reply, because its all common sense jargon that gets lost in your present definition of life.

            But it suddenly occurred to me that humans do want to build, they want to grow, as a child longs from when they're early teens they just want to grow up. They want to do better not make the same mistakes and hopefully enjoy a more fulfilling life than even the day before.

            Its human for you to look ahead and plan for the future, it helps you as an individual or especially as a family, it even keeps you sane. The human aspect you can't run from and hide.
            Look forward to what's ahead and I'm sure you'll remember someone saying once, never give up on your dreams.

            Kept with the eloquent theme, but I think that's where you need to be. In a romantic beautiful growing part of your mind.
            I say work towards that ;)

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  • thegypsysailor
    9 years ago

    Do you believe that you will succeed when you attempt something? That's a good place to start; belief in yourself.
    Do you believe you are a good person? A good driver?
    You do not need a religious belief; that is as phony as anything can be.
    But if you can trust your judgement when you make choices and most often do the right thing, the you can easily believe in yourself.

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  • RoseIsabella
    9 years ago

    I believe in the power of house cats!

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    • didact
      8 years ago

      Wish I was one.

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      • RoseIsabella
        8 years ago

        How about just getting a house cat instead?

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        • didact
          8 years ago

          Got a cutie already.

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          • RoseIsabella
            8 years ago

            Ooo, what kind of kitty cat do you have?
            ;-)

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  • ArmusWasTheFirstTroll
    9 years ago

    Begin from the most simple thing. I assume you have thoughts, correct? If this is true, your thoughts exist and the the thing which creates your thoughts exists. Therefore, your mind exists.

    There you go, you have just moved from nihilism to solipsism. Congrats.

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    • MELLO
      9 years ago

      interesting, I'll have to read more.

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