AnnieCarvalho

::laughing::: Gator, you've never been rude, but thanks. I'll put that apology in my pocket and save it for a rainy day

Yes, lowliness of heart... and the SUBSEQUENT willingness to be taught. I agree.

I think both matter. I think it's important to be humble, not to feel or act as though you are better than others, Christ-like, whenever we can be. I also think it's important to be teachable and never think we know all the answers.

I read quite a few of them.

What anatess and beefche said.

Yes. Some do vomit. Others don't vomit replies, but are concise, clear, and polite.

Hearing something you don't like to hear can feel "rude" if the person telling you is being rude. It can also simply be different or disappointing, if the person is simply telling you what they believe to be true, but is telling you in a kind, clear manner, such as the manner of voice in which Elder Christofferson explained the Handbook changes. He wasn't rude. He wasn't condescending. He was concise, clear, and polite

That might be one meaning which the Church has "grafted on," but the Oxford English and other dictionaries define "humility" as the quality or state of being humble, the quality of not thinking that you are better than other people (As in Jesus' humble birth)

I'm pretty sure you can purchase garments in Spain. What city are you moving to?

Just curious, how many wear their garments to bed?

The doctrine of a Heavenly Mother sets us apart from most but maybe the Catholic.

Gentleness and meekness. I love those words. I see them in President Monson every time he speaks. I saw them in the video recording by Elder Christofferson explaining the recent decision. The calmness, the gentleness and meekness, washed over me like a healing flood. The demeanor and words of those great men are full of firm resolve, but also gentleness and meekness. Gentleness and Meekness can be very powerful and influential.

Thanks Gator. I'm not confused :) I also strongly disagree with some here, but still like and respect them. I just wondered what people's definition of humility was. I understand it says at lds.org: "To make meek and teachable, or the condition of being meek and teachable, etc." I guess my next question would be what is the definition of "meek and teachable?" Using FP's example, I went to lds.org and found this. I love the last example which I left in the cut/paste. MEEK, MEEKNESSSee also Broken Heart; Humble, Humility; PatienceGodfearing, righteous, humble, teachable, and patient under suffering. The meek are willing to follow gospel teachings. Power and influence of the priesthood can be maintained by gentleness and meekness:D&C 121:41;

Sorry if any of my big-letter posts offended. They were either because 1) they were cut and pasted and I can't figure out how to delete the original text formatting or 2) I am old and can't see very well. The larger letters are easier for me to read.

I just left the website then came back in and found myself on the page with tonight's Family Home Evening lesson on it. Perfect. http://www.ldsdaily.com/home-and-family/fhe-lessons/developing-compassion-fhe-lesson/

I'm curious what your definition of humility is? Mine would be that humility is not only a modest opinion of your own importance, but also a quality of being courteously respectful of others. That courteous respect of others, whether or not I agree with them, is something I've seen over and over in the lives of the Prophets. I think it's something we should look to emulate in our own lives. It's not always easy, but a good goal.

Yes, or if they actually SAY "you are just a bleeding heart liberal, and your views are stupid."

Hi there, There is no offensive post. I was just commenting on how I felt about the tone of the forum, in terms of my experience. Maybe I need to go back and delete parts that make people feel uncomfortable. I'll do that. I think the information on bullying is valid. I'd like to leave that up. Thanks for your comments.

You are welcome to ignore the thread.

Sorry you feel that way.

Sorry, I'm not going to do that. It wasn't the purpose of the post.

:::laughing::: at NeuroTypical's post. How'd you do that? I've tried to add photos but can't figure it out. I guess I'm computer illiterate in many ways.

No, that is not what I said. And no, I won't call out people. That wasn't the purpose of the post. The purpose was to define bullying and to ask people to please speak up and try to be more kind to each other. If you don't think bullying is an issue, then you probably have not been bullied. That's awesome! This post probably doesn't apply to you, then.

No, I don't miss the point at all. I agree the best course of action is probably not to call names. Reporting the bullying to the moderators, or simply giving a little kind support to the person being attacked is probably a better course of action.