Society & Culture - 16 September 2006

The Internet is becoming increasingly influential, it has been noted by Science teams around the world that heavy Internet users seem alienated from normal social contacts and may even cut these off as the Internet becomes the predominate social factor in their lives. I
Specifically, introverts who frequently used the internet reported less community involvement, increased loneliness, increased negative affect, increased time pressure, and decreased self-confidence...the internet may undermine or foster well being depending on whether it shrinks or enhances opportunities for meaningful, daily, face-to-face contact with others.

In the case of introverted or socially anxious individuals, internet use serves as a way to avoid being alone and may intensify disconnection from face-to-face relationships.

C'mon folks, let's not allow this to happen..I mean we have become subbjects of scientific study? eewwww..Anyone else feel like a lab rat?

2006-09-16 03:26:40 · 10 answers · asked by heresyhunter@sbcglobal.net 4 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-16 03:26:26 · 6 answers · asked by Dudeberry 2 in Other - Society & Culture

i can't picture him in my head..i mean i do, but i keep seeing Jesus. I know Jesus is God but the real image of God i cant picture...even with his description in Revelations, i cant comprehend.

2006-09-16 03:23:45 · 15 answers · asked by katie (loves tennis) 2 in Religion & Spirituality

If so, thats makes Christianity pagan also.


Obadhawk

2006-09-16 03:22:56 · 24 answers · asked by yechetzqyah 3 in Religion & Spirituality

I saw this on a tv programme a while ago. iIs it true? Does anyone know when women started being called women and how it came about?

I am sure this is not ture, but the story I heard that it all happened in Newcastle and a man saw a woman do something he didn;t like and said 'Wo Man, what are you doing?'

2006-09-16 03:21:46 · 7 answers · asked by footynutguy 4 in Other - Society & Culture

Could this be the Start of the Good VS Evil big battle?
Could this be where Satan and God go to war?



And, will Jessica find out that Timmy is Rachels long lost brother who was married to her step sister while living on the ranch with Jesi?

Stay tuned for more on "These are the lives of our Days".

2006-09-16 03:20:44 · 13 answers · asked by leftturnclyde152521 2 in Religion & Spirituality

i am a muslim turned atheist , and the only 2 people i respect and honor very much are jesus christ and buddha, for their great mercy, love and forgiveness towards everyone. i dont believe in god either.

if every human being today forget god, religion and read the life stories of jesus and buddha , and think to emulate them, this world will be a wonderful place.
(to be honest i dont emulate anyone, but i urge others to follow jesus and siddartha the buddha)

what are your thoughts?

2006-09-16 03:20:35 · 17 answers · asked by ahmed 1 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-16 03:19:59 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

i work out in a gym, and theres this trainer who i think might be gay because we look at each other for a sec and then look the other way. how do i go up to him and say if his gay or not.

2006-09-16 03:18:05 · 15 answers · asked by jhonstennis 2 in Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender

name mean? u dont have to tell me your real name, just the meaning and if its greek, english, arabic or latin or whatever, and the story behind it, a biblical story etc. why'd ur mom give u that name, or if u had a different name before that and changed it due to hiding from an insurance company or immigrated illegaly or converted.

2006-09-16 03:17:46 · 18 answers · asked by Prevent Animal Cruelty 2 in Religion & Spirituality

I think Christianity is not a religion, but it is a personal relationship with God, kind of like a lifestyle too. Some examples of religion are the Protestants, Catholics, and etc... As what the popular verse says [John 3:16]............ For the Christians: why need a religion when you can be saved through Christ?

Religion is some what similar to Politics...It what people think.

Any feedbacks on that? Please do, hehe =D!

2006-09-16 03:17:37 · 19 answers · asked by Shang_T 1 in Religion & Spirituality

I dont just want to play music and serve beer wine and food. I want to make it fancy and enjoyable. How can i do this. I despertly need help. I need ideas like what kind of food, beer and wine to serve, how to decorate (if at all), what kind of music, how much food should i have for 30+ people. stuff like that.

2006-09-16 03:17:16 · 3 answers · asked by mattied23 3 in Other - Society & Culture

What kind of job in America can earn a month salary of 1,000 US dollars?
What can you buy for 1,000 US dollars in America?
What kind of living can you lead with a 1,000 -dollars salary in America?
A man with a 1,000-dollars month salary is consifered a poor man?
I'm a Chinese.Thank for your patience for my curiousness.

2006-09-16 03:16:56 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Society & Culture

Stupid is the right spelling -but do u got Jesus right? i prayed as a Jew and asked him to forgive my sins -come into my heart and help me-Jesus is now my best friend as he promised in Revelation 3 vs 19&20 =
"Behold i stand at your heart door and knock, if you ask me in to deliver from sin, i will become your personal friend."

Jesus is God-Isaiah 7vs 14 predicted it-a virgin would have a miracle and bring forth God with us. "A young virgin will have a sign and bring forth God with us-hebrew word is emannuel=God with us.

Muslims and Jewish who claim to be that and reject what was predicted by our prophets-are fakes. be real what will u do with Jesus.

who is your god-whatever is most important in your life till u let Jesus into your heart is your god-will your god keep you from the place Jesus says and Daniel 12 vs 2 Hell of aborance forever-Jesus said gnashin teeth forever for rejecting the bible as His Word -John 12 vs 48 Rev.19-22nd chapters Hell and heaven
TRUE

2006-09-16 03:16:32 · 14 answers · asked by ? 5 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-16 03:16:20 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

NONE of them can tell you with CERTAINTY what comes after death. I MEAN 100% CERTAINITY! Not FAITH OR GUESSWORK!

2006-09-16 03:14:38 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-16 03:14:17 · 7 answers · asked by the big fella 1 in Community Service

matthew 10:34- do not suppose that i have come to bring peace to earth. i did not come to bring peace, but a sword.

i am sure there are a few different interpretations among you.

last question, ive reached my quota. thanks for all the well thought out answers.

2006-09-16 03:14:06 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-16 03:13:31 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

2006-09-16 03:12:19 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

The Prophet Muhammad said(abu dawood):

“The People will soon summon one another to attack you as people when eating invite others to share their food.” Someone asked, “Will that be because of our small numbers at that time?” He replied, “No, you will be numerous at that time: but you will be froth and scum like that carried down by a torrent (of water),

2006-09-16 03:10:58 · 18 answers · asked by abdulaziiz 3 in Religion & Spirituality

In Tuesday's speech the Pope quoted a 14th Century Christian emperor who said the Prophet Muhammad had brought the world only "evil and inhuman" things.

The remarks prompted protests from Muslims around the world.

Pope Benedict XVI has said he is sorry that a speech in which he referred to Islam has offended Muslims.

What is the feeling of Christians and Muslims?

2006-09-16 03:09:59 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Religion & Spirituality

Islam does not deserve an apology when they are the ones who want control of the world.
Do you agree?

Ps... I couldn't care if you don't.

2006-09-16 03:09:51 · 18 answers · asked by eireblood 4 in Religion & Spirituality

do you feel you would have benefited more from homeschooling with out the peer pressures, bullying, playground politics, and teacher prejudices?

2006-09-16 03:08:15 · 9 answers · asked by sofiarose 4 in Other - Society & Culture

Is the UK going downhill?

2006-09-16 03:06:05 · 9 answers · asked by Up your Maslow 4 in Other - Society & Culture

2006-09-16 03:05:54 · 22 answers · asked by zamri m 1 in Other - Society & Culture

At the airport, everyone kept coming up to me and asking for a quarter. People just don't do that in Australia!

2006-09-16 03:05:27 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Etiquette

2006-09-16 03:03:29 · 29 answers · asked by David S 2 in Religion & Spirituality

2006-09-16 03:01:35 · 17 answers · asked by suzanna_banana 3 in Mythology & Folklore

from islam i converted to atheism. i dont believe in any god. (but i respect only jesus, buddha for their teachings on compassion, and perfect and clean lifestyles)
i have a question for people. how can you say that abraham, moses, noah , lot, and muhommed were people of god when they did so many ungodly deeds?

2006-09-16 03:01:29 · 30 answers · asked by ahmed 1 in Religion & Spirituality