Nolan Void

Self Love vs Love for Others - Which comes first + why?

Growing up, I was told I'm not worthy, evil by nature, and an enemy to God just by existing. What does that do to a kid's self-esteem? It makes you believe you need to EARN love, happiness, and even basic safety. That's not love. It's manipulation.

The Bible says God is jealous, wrathful, and demands fear. Those are some big, evil words for someone that's supposed to be the embodiment of good. I'm not buying it. This isn't a real God that loves you. It's a character created to control you.

Why I reject the traditional view of God: Elohim is the enemy of autonomy. This God wants you to do exactly what he wants, when he wants, how he wants - and he won't even tell you himself. He'll just sit on his throne and judge. That's not love. That's tyranny.

@ryanjamesbolton Possibly. Good to hear from you bro 😎

Fear and respect aren't the same thing - period. I will not fear anyone, especially not the being that supposedly created me. The last thing I want is for my kids to be afraid of me. I want them to seek support and friendship from me. Why should God be any different?

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- Love - Clarity - Passion - Purpose - Creativity - Confidence and so much more.

The world is changing. A.I. is on the rise, and so is a crisis of meaning. In this pivotal time, we’re all looking for the next step in our evolution. There’s one idea that has fueled my evolution more than anything else:

How to Recognize When Your Pride is Sabotaging Your Creativity open.substack.com/pub/nolanvoid/…

I've been there. Here's the lesson: Authenticity wins. Being true to myself matters more than chasing numbers. How do you balance authenticity with the desire for visibility?

The message was authentic, but those scripted videos felt off - like I was trying too hard. It was a delicate dance between blowing up and staying genuine. The effort felt mismatched with the tone and delivery. Ever felt like your efforts didn't align with the results?

Why scripted videos suck (sometimes) 👇 In the world of design and visual arts, I find joy in a cohesive brand image that reflects who I am. The colors, graphics, and style – All authentic expressions incorporated into my personal brand.

@iamskog Happy new year!

happy new year friends catch you on the flip side

@rileyschoettler Third-bird for me

The secret to consistent FLOW: Know your chronotype zone and work within it. - Larks: 5/6am-10/11am - Third-Birds: 8/9am-12/1pm - Owls: 10/11pm-2/3am Which one are you?

@ryanjamesbolton Is it dangerous to use/identify with labels?

Are labels dangerous? Why / Why Not?