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Here is my obligatory back to school post.
So, I have Writer’s Craft, Philosophy and Religion: Morals and Ethics.
Writer’s craft it interesting, to say the least. I haven’t written anything in a while so this is kind of the kick up the ass that I needed to get back into writing. (I used to write, for those of you who didn’t know.)
Philosophy is also not too shabby. It’s interesting to listen to different philosophers views, although that class really makes you wonder if you’re really existing, really free or if you see things the same as others.
Religion however is not going so well. The first day my teacher- who I’ve had before, very much respect and like- asks us to list what we believe to be morally wrong. I put down things like war and discrimination. Then, the teacher asks us to read them aloud, I kept silent and the list was complied of the following:
War
Same Sex Marriage
Discrimination
Capital Punishment
Euthanasia
Stem cell research
Abortion
I’m not sure of the beliefs of some of you but I believe in circumstance.
Example One: Euthanasia. If someone is in so much pain that they can’t bear to go on and that’s all they can ask of you, then why would you be so cruel to deny them that? I don’t believe that you can justify any killing (unless it’s for food…but I’m a little debatable about that as well) but if someone is in excruciating pain with no chance of getting better, respect their wishes.
Example Two: Stem Cell Research. Getting life from something else. Sure, we’re messing around with mother nature, and might be causing the downfall of humanity but I don’t believe it to be morally wrong. (I’m trying to keep this as short as possible, due to the fact that I am very opinionated and could discuss this for hours.)
Example Three: Abortion. All I have to say is abortion should not be used as contraception, but if you’re a man and you cut off my reproductive choices, I’ll cut off yours. People deserve a choice. (Now some may argue that the child doesn’t actually have a choice but if the mother was raped and that child is going to grow up being hated for something beyond it’s control, is that fair? Didn’t think so.)
Example Four: Discrimination…and same sex marriage. I was flabbergasted when my teacher listed same sex marriage right before he said discrimination. Are you kidding me? He should be shot for being a moral fucking idiot. No, no, I take it back. He may not have that view about same sex marriage, but because I do attend a Catholic school, he is obligated to teach us these things.
So, now some of you may be wondering why such an opinionated little girl attends a Catholic school.
1. It (was, before I moved) the closest high school to me.
2. All of my friends attend there.
3. (Most importantly) I think for myself and although my teachers may tell me one thing, I always take a step back and look at it from another view point and stay true to what I believe in and support. I am very difficult to manipulate and in my opinion religion manipulates, uses and controls those who follow it.
Do I have a problem with those who have faith/believe in God? No, not in any way. I’m just being me.
Enough debating for tonight. I’m outta here.
-Hayley
P.S And if you do disagree with anything I’ve said please let me know. I’m always eager to learn others views and opinions on things.
So, I have Writer’s Craft, Philosophy and Religion: Morals and Ethics.
Writer’s craft it interesting, to say the least. I haven’t written anything in a while so this is kind of the kick up the ass that I needed to get back into writing. (I used to write, for those of you who didn’t know.)
Philosophy is also not too shabby. It’s interesting to listen to different philosophers views, although that class really makes you wonder if you’re really existing, really free or if you see things the same as others.
Religion however is not going so well. The first day my teacher- who I’ve had before, very much respect and like- asks us to list what we believe to be morally wrong. I put down things like war and discrimination. Then, the teacher asks us to read them aloud, I kept silent and the list was complied of the following:
War
Same Sex Marriage
Discrimination
Capital Punishment
Euthanasia
Stem cell research
Abortion
I’m not sure of the beliefs of some of you but I believe in circumstance.
Example One: Euthanasia. If someone is in so much pain that they can’t bear to go on and that’s all they can ask of you, then why would you be so cruel to deny them that? I don’t believe that you can justify any killing (unless it’s for food…but I’m a little debatable about that as well) but if someone is in excruciating pain with no chance of getting better, respect their wishes.
Example Two: Stem Cell Research. Getting life from something else. Sure, we’re messing around with mother nature, and might be causing the downfall of humanity but I don’t believe it to be morally wrong. (I’m trying to keep this as short as possible, due to the fact that I am very opinionated and could discuss this for hours.)
Example Three: Abortion. All I have to say is abortion should not be used as contraception, but if you’re a man and you cut off my reproductive choices, I’ll cut off yours. People deserve a choice. (Now some may argue that the child doesn’t actually have a choice but if the mother was raped and that child is going to grow up being hated for something beyond it’s control, is that fair? Didn’t think so.)
Example Four: Discrimination…and same sex marriage. I was flabbergasted when my teacher listed same sex marriage right before he said discrimination. Are you kidding me? He should be shot for being a moral fucking idiot. No, no, I take it back. He may not have that view about same sex marriage, but because I do attend a Catholic school, he is obligated to teach us these things.
So, now some of you may be wondering why such an opinionated little girl attends a Catholic school.
1. It (was, before I moved) the closest high school to me.
2. All of my friends attend there.
3. (Most importantly) I think for myself and although my teachers may tell me one thing, I always take a step back and look at it from another view point and stay true to what I believe in and support. I am very difficult to manipulate and in my opinion religion manipulates, uses and controls those who follow it.
Do I have a problem with those who have faith/believe in God? No, not in any way. I’m just being me.
Enough debating for tonight. I’m outta here.
-Hayley
P.S And if you do disagree with anything I’ve said please let me know. I’m always eager to learn others views and opinions on things.