Crushed to death...claustrophobic's worst nightmare, and if aren't one, you will be for the last minutes of life. I'm not, but the idea of being crushed to death...I'd rather set myself on fire, actually, or claw open my neck arteries with my fingernails.
What on earth makes you think drowning is a peaceful way to die? Have you ever had a drink and some has gone down he wrong way? Imagine that pain and the coughing but when you try and breath in you just get more water down there.
I don't know. I think I heard somewhere that drowning was peaceful once you lose the ability to fight it. I don't want to die at all so it's hard to think of a way of dying that I'd be happy with. My mother is 89 and she lives with me. She's pretty healthy right now. I just hope she doesn't get sick, have a stroke or something. It would be nicer for her and for us if she just went to sleep one night and didn't wake up. I wouldn't mind going that way. It would be horrible to suffer at the end.
My Dad died a couple of years ago in hospital. He was heavily sedated and didn't feel anything. He was kept alive long enough for my brother to get over from Holland.
When we were all gathered around the machine was switched off. We had to be told when he'd actually died so it must have been peaceful.
All of the above EXCEPT going in my sleep. I don't fear death but I totally fear pain or dehumanization or torture or -- heck, you name it. There isn't too much about this question that I like to think about.
But, giving it another thought, I believe the worst way to die is without Faith. Wow, it won't be hard for me to leave this world because I have belief in God, etc. But imagine those folks who think life just "ends," period. Yuck!
Ooooh, you and I could have such fun. You're a stubborn old cuss, right? Love it, love it, love it. Maybe one day we'll get back into the whole subject. Meanwhile, I'm extremely comfortable with my belief system. You see, I've had an experience that proved to me I'm right and ain't nobody gonna convince me otherwise. For sure.
But it really doesn't matter, now, does it, to what you and I say and do while we're standing here on terra firma, right? So I'll save the argument for the After Life if you don't mind. Another win/win situation, yes? :)
I'm not so sure about the stubborn cuss bit! lol You say stubborn and I say assured...
I won't even try and prolong the argument as I respect your opinions and beliefs even if I don't share them; as you say... it's another win/win situation!
May I just say though how nice it is to have an 'argument' with someone that doesn't end up resorting to shouting, threats, abuse, etc.!
What, you mean you didn't get the implied threat of my having a "conversation" with you in the After Life? Sheesh, can't think of anything scarier. LOL
Let me just tickle your argumentative bone a wee bit and tell you that my sister came to comfort me when I was totally losing it when she died suddenly in '89 at age 44, day before her 45th birthday. Now I know there's all kinds of mind and brain explanations for some people's "visitations" with those who have passed. But when that "visitor" tells you something that you never knew and you verify what she told/showed you, it's downright scary at first. But very, very comforting. But I'm going to go step into your "I don't believe this nut case" realm just a second and tell you it has happened on more than one occasion. Now for the good part -- it ain't always the human loved ones that came visiting. Doubly weird, I know.
So you're "assured," huh? Well, I don't like playing around with the psyche of assured folks because you've obviously come to a comfortable place in your life. But, heck, I'd like to shake your rafters a little bit anyway because it's fun. And, yes, I don't resort to nastiness -- except for my brilliant sarcasm, of course -- or anything like that. I like hearing other people's viewpoints when they diff...
What, you mean you didn't get the implied threat of my having a "conversation" with you in the After Life? Sheesh, can't think of anything scarier. LOL
Let me just tickle your argumentative bone a wee bit and tell you that my sister came to comfort me when I was totally losing it when she died suddenly in '89 at age 44, day before her 45th birthday. Now I know there's all kinds of mind and brain explanations for some people's "visitations" with those who have passed. But when that "visitor" tells you something that you never knew and you verify what she told/showed you, it's downright scary at first. But very, very comforting. But I'm going to go step into your "I don't believe this nut case" realm just a second and tell you it has happened on more than one occasion. Now for the good part -- it ain't always the human loved ones that came visiting. Doubly weird, I know.
So you're "assured," huh? Well, I don't like playing around with the psyche of assured folks because you've obviously come to a comfortable place in your life. But, heck, I'd like to shake your rafters a little bit anyway because it's fun. And, yes, I don't resort to nastiness -- except for my brilliant sarcasm, of course -- or anything like that. I like hearing other people's viewpoints when they differ from mine because then I sometimes actually incorporate something you say into my own belief system. Not often does that happen, mind you, but it has happened.
So I do, indeed, look forward to some good, healthy battles with you, my dear. This place could use some cheering up anyway,. Have a great weekend!
There won't be an argument in the afterlife... all you would need to do is say I told you so and I'd have to give in! Having said that if you don't come and find me I'm claiming the victory!
I'm not going to romp through all the explanations for what you saw because you already know them and you're not stupid. In fact, in lots of ways, I envy you; it must be reassuring in so many ways.
I, too, look forward to many future tussles with you... may I add you as a friend so we can keep in touch?
Certainly. I'd like that. Always happy to have the privilege. Now you go ahead and do the friend adding, as I generally screw those computer things up royally. Sad but true. And, yes, I'll have a great weekend also, thank you very much. :)
As for my beliefs being reassuring? It sure beats the doom and gloom picture that many folks -- you included, it sounds like -- anticipate. So, yes, it does help a lot.
And, please, don't try to snow me, my new friend. There is no way you can EVER claim victory because if I don't come and find you, then of course there is nothing in the afterlife and so there would be no way you could actually claim a victory. So, you see, luv, I have already pointed you to a valid reason to rethink your belief system. Hah! (Now that was fun. Next?)
Well I've sent the friend request. It'll be nice to be able to message each other directly if we ever want to take our discussions away from public scrutiny!
Doom and gloom? Nah! I just think it'll be oblivion! So no doom nor gloom,
I keep saying that it's the differences that make people interesting so I look forward to us being able to have more fun until we can actually resolve the afterlife question!
I sent you a message with my approval. I too anxiously await new territories of discussion. But as for when we will actually resolve the afterlife question -- and proof of my win, of course -- I hope you're very, very, very patient. Because I don't plan on taking that trip for quite a while yet. Too many things left to do. Hah!
Being buried alive, having your body torn apart while you're still alive, falling into spinning parts in tight spaces (i.e. meat-grinders and oil pumps), crucifixion, freezing, burning, choking, mental disorders like Alzheimer's, drowning, beatings, excruciating torture sessions, etc.
I want to go with as little pain and fear as possible, and at just the right speed so that I realize I'm dying and can prepare myself for that last moment. And hopefully after having asked a friend to "Watch this!"
alot of these are scary but drowning has always been really scary to me. after seeing the list though im alittle undecided. beaten, crushed, caught on fire, stabbed, are really scary too. death can be a blessing though, it can be a place of peace. to each there own though.
My Dad died a couple of years ago in hospital. He was heavily sedated and didn't feel anything. He was kept alive long enough for my brother to get over from Holland.
When we were all gathered around the machine was switched off. We had to be told when he'd actually died so it must have been peaceful.
But, giving it another thought, I believe the worst way to die is without Faith. Wow, it won't be hard for me to leave this world because I have belief in God, etc. But imagine those folks who think life just "ends," period. Yuck!
Can't help but think you'll be the one who's disappointed... or would be if you were aware of what was going on.
But it really doesn't matter, now, does it, to what you and I say and do while we're standing here on terra firma, right? So I'll save the argument for the After Life if you don't mind. Another win/win situation, yes? :)
I won't even try and prolong the argument as I respect your opinions and beliefs even if I don't share them; as you say... it's another win/win situation!
May I just say though how nice it is to have an 'argument' with someone that doesn't end up resorting to shouting, threats, abuse, etc.!
Let me just tickle your argumentative bone a wee bit and tell you that my sister came to comfort me when I was totally losing it when she died suddenly in '89 at age 44, day before her 45th birthday. Now I know there's all kinds of mind and brain explanations for some people's "visitations" with those who have passed. But when that "visitor" tells you something that you never knew and you verify what she told/showed you, it's downright scary at first. But very, very comforting. But I'm going to go step into your "I don't believe this nut case" realm just a second and tell you it has happened on more than one occasion. Now for the good part -- it ain't always the human loved ones that came visiting. Doubly weird, I know.
So you're "assured," huh? Well, I don't like playing around with the psyche of assured folks because you've obviously come to a comfortable place in your life. But, heck, I'd like to shake your rafters a little bit anyway because it's fun. And, yes, I don't resort to nastiness -- except for my brilliant sarcasm, of course -- or anything like that. I like hearing other people's viewpoints when they diff...
Let me just tickle your argumentative bone a wee bit and tell you that my sister came to comfort me when I was totally losing it when she died suddenly in '89 at age 44, day before her 45th birthday. Now I know there's all kinds of mind and brain explanations for some people's "visitations" with those who have passed. But when that "visitor" tells you something that you never knew and you verify what she told/showed you, it's downright scary at first. But very, very comforting. But I'm going to go step into your "I don't believe this nut case" realm just a second and tell you it has happened on more than one occasion. Now for the good part -- it ain't always the human loved ones that came visiting. Doubly weird, I know.
So you're "assured," huh? Well, I don't like playing around with the psyche of assured folks because you've obviously come to a comfortable place in your life. But, heck, I'd like to shake your rafters a little bit anyway because it's fun. And, yes, I don't resort to nastiness -- except for my brilliant sarcasm, of course -- or anything like that. I like hearing other people's viewpoints when they differ from mine because then I sometimes actually incorporate something you say into my own belief system. Not often does that happen, mind you, but it has happened.
So I do, indeed, look forward to some good, healthy battles with you, my dear. This place could use some cheering up anyway,. Have a great weekend!
I'm not going to romp through all the explanations for what you saw because you already know them and you're not stupid. In fact, in lots of ways, I envy you; it must be reassuring in so many ways.
I, too, look forward to many future tussles with you... may I add you as a friend so we can keep in touch?
Take care and have a great weekend also.
As for my beliefs being reassuring? It sure beats the doom and gloom picture that many folks -- you included, it sounds like -- anticipate. So, yes, it does help a lot.
And, please, don't try to snow me, my new friend. There is no way you can EVER claim victory because if I don't come and find you, then of course there is nothing in the afterlife and so there would be no way you could actually claim a victory. So, you see, luv, I have already pointed you to a valid reason to rethink your belief system. Hah! (Now that was fun. Next?)
Doom and gloom? Nah! I just think it'll be oblivion! So no doom nor gloom,
I keep saying that it's the differences that make people interesting so I look forward to us being able to have more fun until we can actually resolve the afterlife question!
Take care.
and Cancer,
I want to go with as little pain and fear as possible, and at just the right speed so that I realize I'm dying and can prepare myself for that last moment. And hopefully after having asked a friend to "Watch this!"