Coggins7 wrote:As I've driven Liz to profanity (only I get called on this kind of thing though...), I've deleted the post she's responding to, and I'm not going to go back and continue that fight. My follow-up post, in which I said "skip it", is the only one I'll be responding to, for the sake of peace keeping operations.
Thanks, Cogs. *HUGS* Just so you don't feel completely guilty, you're not the only one who has driven me to profanity on the board. Bob Crockett, Boaz a.k.a. PP, Infymus, and Marg have all driven me to profanity at some point as well. LOL
I suppose there is room for both of us to repent on that score. ;)
I would much rather engage in a civil conversation with you regarding the topic of depression among LDS members. What do you feel are some things that could help combat this? Here are a few things I have been thinking about, and I would like to hear your ideas as well.
I think that a stronger emphasis on intent of the heart might be in order, addressing BOTH sexes. Most LDS members are extremely driven. Maybe it's time to pull out some of the addresses by the First Presidency that you mentioned that addressed the issues of perfectionism. It might be time to have a second look at some of President Kimball's counsel on the subject. Also, if you have a reference for his talk on family size, I would be interested in it. I do remember that talk, but can't remember what year or the exact source.
I have to go to bed, but I will definitely address more of this tomorrow. I'm looking forward to a positive discussion with you going forward.
;)
Liz