- Apr 30, 2013
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My brother has been having mental health problems for months. He used to be close friends with a guy that I thought was cruel, but from what I have heard from my brother, he may very well be a psychopath. They've been friend since highschool, for about two decades. My brother is going through a lot recently, it's obvious his thoughts are dwelling on unwholesome, violent themes, just from talking to him. I had to point this out last time I saw him. He is baptized and confirmed a Methodist, but not a churchgoer for decades. I've encouraged him to seek out therapy. But my guess is he doesn't realize what's problematic about his behavior, or how ultimately self-defeating it is.
I'm not all that close to my family. Since my decision to return to being a regular churchgoer about a decade ago, it has been a source of difference. The rest of my family doesn't think God is all that important, and they have a cynical attitude towards any kind of personal faith. I think esp. the gay issue has hurt them, because my mom and my dad have had close gay friends.
I'm not all that close to my family. Since my decision to return to being a regular churchgoer about a decade ago, it has been a source of difference. The rest of my family doesn't think God is all that important, and they have a cynical attitude towards any kind of personal faith. I think esp. the gay issue has hurt them, because my mom and my dad have had close gay friends.
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