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you are in the wrong section as you are NOT an atheist!
Am I in the wrong section? I thought this was the "people who suck eggs for breakfast section," do I suppose you're right.
In my opinion, the best way to deal with people who find pleasure in bothering others is to be really happy and content around them. That defeats them.The more uncomfortable and unhappy you are, the more power it gives them. Having said that, I think you're handling the situation entirely wrong. I can understand your resent for them but I completely disagree with your attitude and behavior. Sorry.
But about the parking situation, Can't you get their vehicles towed if they're in your spot? Just imagine their reactions.That would be rich.
Donald Trump is not a Nazi, Hilary Clinton is a felon and isnt even elligable for President
@HT
Hillary Clinton doesn't even have a misdemeanor conviction so you are lying....yet again.
Key word, conviction, she committed numerous felonies, but is apparently above the law, and was thus not convicted.
Thelargerbowl, living next to Harry Truman's parents (or whatever the assholes' names are) is extremely upsetting. And of course they are assholes; it is just a matter of what degree of asshole. They might be kindly, deluded assholes, or they might block your parking lot, act rudely, support an abuser of women for President, and raise a child like Harry Truman, which would put them on the extreme end of the asshole spectrum. You might say they're on the rectum end of the spectrum like the egg-fixated Christian in our midst. Either way, I feel for you. Good luck dealing with them. They are insufferable.
We are all surrounded by assholes to some degree-- Christians and non-Christians. I think many times that Christian arrogance is particularly difficult for us to withstand because we are atheists.
While I'm 60 years old, I vividly remember something a teacher told me in middle school -- "Be the one others want to imitate." The principle simply comes down to living the example....
* Be the one to care,
* Be the one to show tolerance,
* Be the happy one,
* Be the one to set aside pettiness,
* Be the sharing one,
* Be the voice against sexism, racism, homophobia, xenophobia, etc.
* Be the one to love the unlovable,
* Be a friend to those who are rejected by others.
Show your neighbor, by your living example, what atheism means to you. While it will take time, they will eventually notice and acknowledge some traits they secretly wish they had... but don't. This covert resistance to them and their ideologies instead of any overt hostilities on your part will -- over time -- create a more tolerable environment and relationship with your arrogant, overbearing Christian neighbor.
Religious dogma and arrogance cannot stand up against living that values all humanity regardless of differences or faults.
While I haven't fully mastered this yet and I fail at times, I never quit trying.
It sounds like you're dealing with a challenging situation with your new neighbors. It can be frustrating when people's actions, beliefs, and political affiliations clash with our own. While it's important to stand firm in your convictions, it's also crucial to find a balance between asserting your boundaries and maintaining civility.
It's understandable that you feel annoyed by the inconvenience caused by their parking habits and their guests during their gatherings. However, escalating the situation with hostility may not yield the desired outcome.
Consider addressing the parking issue directly with your condo management or discussing it calmly with your neighbors. Open communication might lead to a resolution without unnecessary conflict.
As for the differences in beliefs and political views, it's perfectly okay to politely distance yourself from interactions that make you uncomfortable. You've already expressed your boundaries, and it's essential to stick to them. Ignoring provocative behavior can sometimes be the most effective response.
While it may be tempting to respond to their gestures with anger or frustration, taking the high road by maintaining composure and focusing on your own well-being is often the best course of action. Your peace of mind is paramount.
In the end, it's about finding a way to coexist peacefully, even with those who hold different beliefs. And hey, if you're in need of some stress relief after dealing with all of this, you might consider reaching out to a reliable moving service like Aleks Moving & Storage in Windsor, ON at https://aleksmoving.ca/windsor-on-movers.html for assistance with any relocation needs you might have. Sometimes a change of scenery can work wonders.
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