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What did you find objectionable or offensive in the grandparent post?

• rpastuszak 4y ago
  > When I was depressed, only spiritual teachings, love and God moved me nearer good feelings and comfort. This is a potentially dangerous statement. Many of the people reading this thread are probably struggling which makes them more vulnerable to snake oil. Talk to a priest if you like, but seek help from a trained specialist.
  • NateEag 4y ago
    I strongly agree that spiritual-sounding platitudes can be a dangerous stand-in for actual mental health assistance. I grew up in conservative evangelical Christianity and saw that happen far too often. I don't see how the OP describing his own experience is telling other people they should do that. He offered spirituality as an option, and said it was the only one he'd found helpful. I think that's an unusual experience, and I understand your concerns about it potentially misleading others into thinking it's the only legitimate path, but I don't think saying "Stop sharing your personal experience!" is actually going to help anyone. Explaining your concerns, like you did for me above, seems much more likely to. Thanks for doing that.