Developing systems of morality, outside of religious influence.

[Aegon]

My thoughts on this are rather complicated and I don't have time to lay it all out, but I legitimately believe that we, as humans, have an obligation to treat other humans with sincere kindness and respect. Since I don't believe in much beyond the physical world, and that this is the only life any of us lead, it's incredibly important to me for as many people as possible to have the best life possible. I believe we are all interconnected in SO many ways, one of many being the butterfly effect of our interactions with one another. How one is treated and respected is usually how they treat and respect others around them. Creating a positive vibe not only makes you more desirable as a friend and prospective partner but makes everybody's day brighter. It can be difficult to always be that person and nobody expects you to be, but I've found that in trying to be that person I've ceased trying and just... became that person. I have no interest in debating whether I practice this because it brings pleasure to others or because it brings pleasure to myself to bring pleasure to others because I really don't think that matters. Positivity has been spread, the deed is done.

When it comes to treatment of life outside of our human community, I absolutely do believe in the humane treatment of animals but I don't do anything to really support that. I eat meat regularly and I own no pets. But I like petting dogs. Such good boys yes they are.

This broad philosophy is also what I consider to be the driving force behind my left-wing political views. Universal healthcare being the most important issue to me by FAR. I also think we have a moral duty to donate our bodies after we die, because the impact it can have on one or several lives is amazing; your belief about what happens after we die is just that, a belief. The reality, however, is that the organs inside of you can save people's lives. So I very passionately believe that is what one has an obligation to do.