I was a Mormon for 2 years in college because it focuses on family. Then it turned out to be too controlling, unlike the totally free-to-choose Buddhism. Now i am just spiritual, knowing that we are just spirits having an earthy, human experience. All relationship, including family, are actually spiritual not social. Seeing what this society is trying to convince me and what i can/should do as a spirit gives my existence so much brilliance i didn't have before. Thank you for your videos.
People like you diserver to die you not german you arnt aryan race Ich wette, du irgendeine Art von Jude Ihr krank und sollte ausgelöscht werden sieg heil sieg heil 14/88 you discrace to father land
@rudolfhess2012 Welche Art von einer deutschen bist du? Moron, wurde das deutsche Vaterland groß vor dem Reich. Das ist, was eine Person sein sollte anstreben, erreichen
There needs to be less hate from the gays toward religion? Last time I checked the gay community wasn't getting together on the weekends and preaching that religious people are sick and diseased and should possibly even be killed.
I'm not saying *all* religions say these things but let's be real; the hate did not start in the gay community. Many in the community hate religion because some so boldly claim we are mentally ill or perverted while having power over laws that affect *OUR* lives.
Well done sir. You are one of the few people in this dark world that I have had the privilege of discovering, not only are you gay but you have managed to maintain your religion along with your sexuality. And I hope I can find more people like you.
haha love your german in the beginning! i'm living in germany and i just found your videos and they are amazing and you're so right! i'm gay and experienced just good reactions till now i came out the closet this year and it felt like breaking free!but there are still to many hobophobic people and i don't really get their problem and i think i'll never get it!but anyways if you're coming to germany just visit stuttgart or tübingen =)
the fall of the berlin wall was important to me as it was the first time in my life that i was politically aware of world events and the significance of what was on the news ( i was born is 1983 ),
Well done for attaining some balance in your life, i am looking for it too but i think my scales are broken.
Great vid David...I'm glad you found balance cause it would be a shame for this world to lose your beautiful soul. U r such an inspiration to young gay people who r struggling. It is so hard to be tolerant of the "fundies" when all they spew is hate speech based on a few obscure scriptures instead of looking at the broader message of faith. How do we fight against irrational belief and fear? How do we learn to tolerate irrationality?
@fieryphoenixg1,we fight the fundies on THEIR terms. we find folks who can quote and relate TO scripture. if we know scripture, and can interpret it honestly and objectively, and not take scripture passages out of context, or mis-interprete.and we can't stick our noses in the air and think and say we are too intelligent to debate bible-thumpers. that makes us look and sound like the elite snobs they claim we are
I totally understand where you are coming from... except my family is extremely Catholic. I feel like I have to choose one or the other--gay or catholic. Its frustrating to say the least.
@TylerAg07, why should you have to choose between one or the other. you are catholic either because of parents choosing(or yours), and you are gay because IT CHOSE YOU.and if you wish to continue to to be catholic,then RECLAIM it from the bigots.and say to them " i am a catholic who happens to be gay".
I totally believe in our lifetime spirituality and sexuality will find balance. Already this is beginning to happen. Recent examples are the episcopal church and ELCA allowing openly gay clergy.
I personally have no religion. But I totally believe you don't have to choose between your sexuality or religion. It may seem that way, but you absolutely do not have to. One can embrace both.
On another note: I am studying in Germany next fall for a semester =)
Thanks for the thoughts. It is a difficult thing as I myself am on the painful journey of trying to find the balance between who I am and what I believe. Coming from the absolutes of Mormonism makes it an incredibly tough thing to do. I hope I survive the internal war between the two.
I was a Mormon for 2 years in college because it focuses on family. Then it turned out to be too controlling, unlike the totally free-to-choose Buddhism. Now i am just spiritual, knowing that we are just spirits having an earthy, human experience. All relationship, including family, are actually spiritual not social. Seeing what this society is trying to convince me and what i can/should do as a spirit gives my existence so much brilliance i didn't have before. Thank you for your videos.
magnify789 6 months ago
People like you diserver to die you not german you arnt aryan race Ich wette, du irgendeine Art von Jude Ihr krank und sollte ausgelöscht werden sieg heil sieg heil 14/88 you discrace to father land
rudolfhess2012 1 year ago
@rudolfhess2012 Welche Art von einer deutschen bist du? Moron, wurde das deutsche Vaterland groß vor dem Reich. Das ist, was eine Person sein sollte anstreben, erreichen
cyprixx 1 year ago
There needs to be less hate from the gays toward religion? Last time I checked the gay community wasn't getting together on the weekends and preaching that religious people are sick and diseased and should possibly even be killed.
I'm not saying *all* religions say these things but let's be real; the hate did not start in the gay community. Many in the community hate religion because some so boldly claim we are mentally ill or perverted while having power over laws that affect *OUR* lives.
MLiPreti 1 year ago 2
I am a bisexual and mormon. I love your videos. PLEASE keep them up!
bradleyman888 1 year ago
lovely thoughts from a lovely guy. keep it up and good luck. gr from Spain
TU154 1 year ago
Just subscribed, I hope you keep making videos :)
korisx 1 year ago
Well done sir. You are one of the few people in this dark world that I have had the privilege of discovering, not only are you gay but you have managed to maintain your religion along with your sexuality. And I hope I can find more people like you.
Roussalier 1 year ago
haha love your german in the beginning! i'm living in germany and i just found your videos and they are amazing and you're so right! i'm gay and experienced just good reactions till now i came out the closet this year and it felt like breaking free!but there are still to many hobophobic people and i don't really get their problem and i think i'll never get it!but anyways if you're coming to germany just visit stuttgart or tübingen =)
keep on doin your videos!
subscribed and 5*
back2friday13 2 years ago
Inspirational, David. Keep you tolerance, but be prepared to stand up to those who would kill you for your religion or your gay identity.
ronwilliams753 2 years ago
Well done David. I especially like the part that takes personal responsibility to have it begin with us.
1Bravone 2 years ago
David, you are wise beyond your years! It would be nice to see a video from you about how you have achieved that balance you describe.
praestant8 2 years ago
the fall of the berlin wall was important to me as it was the first time in my life that i was politically aware of world events and the significance of what was on the news ( i was born is 1983 ),
Well done for attaining some balance in your life, i am looking for it too but i think my scales are broken.
DukeOfQueens 2 years ago
Great vid David...I'm glad you found balance cause it would be a shame for this world to lose your beautiful soul. U r such an inspiration to young gay people who r struggling. It is so hard to be tolerant of the "fundies" when all they spew is hate speech based on a few obscure scriptures instead of looking at the broader message of faith. How do we fight against irrational belief and fear? How do we learn to tolerate irrationality?
fieryphoenixg1 2 years ago
@fieryphoenixg1,we fight the fundies on THEIR terms. we find folks who can quote and relate TO scripture. if we know scripture, and can interpret it honestly and objectively, and not take scripture passages out of context, or mis-interprete.and we can't stick our noses in the air and think and say we are too intelligent to debate bible-thumpers. that makes us look and sound like the elite snobs they claim we are
MrRockythesquirrel 2 years ago
Well said! Amen! Amen! Amen!
Thanks David! You are indeed an inspiration. You give us hope!!
praestant8 2 years ago
balance is beautiful on you. You are a different, more peaceful man now. Do what resonates best for you. god gave us free will, use it. good vid!
sleekcartim 2 years ago
I'm confused...if you are 20 years old, how is it that you have already graduated from college? Or did you just leave school and get a job instead?
nexttsar 2 years ago
I totally understand where you are coming from... except my family is extremely Catholic. I feel like I have to choose one or the other--gay or catholic. Its frustrating to say the least.
Anyway, I enjoyed your video!!!
TylerAg07 2 years ago
@TylerAg07, why should you have to choose between one or the other. you are catholic either because of parents choosing(or yours), and you are gay because IT CHOSE YOU.and if you wish to continue to to be catholic,then RECLAIM it from the bigots.and say to them " i am a catholic who happens to be gay".
MrRockythesquirrel 2 years ago
I agree 100%. My parents chose it for me... I'm in college and still trying to figure myself out.
But If I remain Catholic, I will stand up against the bigots and show them that it IS possible to be a catholic who happens to be gay!!
Thanks!!!
TylerAg07 2 years ago
Good for you TylerAg07. Show the world that you are a good person with faith and it just so happens you are gay.
praestant8 2 years ago
Extremely deep and powerful video. I am so glad that you friended me on Facebook so I can get to know you a little more each and every day.
You have a very beautiful soul to match your heart and your look.
Please enjoy these wonderful times in DC, where I spent an amazing 16 years before moving to TX this year.
<3 <3 <3
AuntieMamiesBlog 2 years ago
I totally believe in our lifetime spirituality and sexuality will find balance. Already this is beginning to happen. Recent examples are the episcopal church and ELCA allowing openly gay clergy.
I personally have no religion. But I totally believe you don't have to choose between your sexuality or religion. It may seem that way, but you absolutely do not have to. One can embrace both.
On another note: I am studying in Germany next fall for a semester =)
Nice video.
StraightActingGayGuy 2 years ago 2
Thanks for the thoughts. It is a difficult thing as I myself am on the painful journey of trying to find the balance between who I am and what I believe. Coming from the absolutes of Mormonism makes it an incredibly tough thing to do. I hope I survive the internal war between the two.
praestant8 2 years ago
Amazingly enough it is three if you look closely. :)
Yudanashi 2 years ago
hey man, this was a nice video linking 2 different issues, awesome-o
smettiuss 2 years ago