Transitioning from Religious Gratitude to Appreciating People Directly
Growing up, I was taught to always thank God. We prayed before meals and expressed gratitude to God for everything we received. This was a core part of my Christian upbringing, but as I grew older and delved into philosophy and ethics, my perspective began to shift. I transitioned from thanking a deity to appreciating the people who directly contribute to my happiness and well-being. The change began with my move from being a devout Christian to becoming agnostic. This transition brought up numerous ethical questions. If God doesn't exist, or if we can't be certain of God's existence, what are the ethical implications? I had to rethink my approach to gratitude and appreciation. Instead of focusing on God, I started thinking about the individuals and companies that make my life better. For instance, I subscribed to ChatGPT+ and used Matt Wolf's coupon code for my Hostinger account. These actions are my way of showing support and appreciation for the content creators and ...