Having a chance to say a formal goodbye here. The truth is a hard thing to hear, nonetheless it remains the truth, and I cannot lie to friends, but have to say the truth to them, for that is real love.

I quit slinging and many other things. For it became an idol in my heart and addiction in my life. Truly, there is no point to it at all. It is merely a distraction, from the things that truly matter, and it (slings) has never given me happiness, nor increased security, or has it ever aided in my survival. None of these things do aid to the lenghtening of a man's life or the peace of his soul.

I also broke with the digital slavery.  My future life is 100% analog. Hence I will not be coming back here.
I wish you all find the same thing I found, Christ Yeshua in your lives, and find true rest for your soul. Our life is like a flower that grows quickly and then dies away. We are born naked and we will die so. Focus on the eternity that is to come.

All the best,
J.

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Hey man I think you forgot to laugh.
Also there is nothing wrong with throwing away slings, but cutting them and posting this seems like spite against yourself, those are things you made after all.
It seems you didn't learn through slinging how to accept yourself despite making mistakes.
good luck and enjoy the sun

Goodbye my friend.  Hopefully you find what you're looking for. 

I know you're only speaking for yourself, but I completely disagree with your assessment of slings and slinging.  Slinging has taught me many things such as determination, perseverance, and camaraderie (among others).  And I'm certainly no expert as I continue to learn and grow.  Slinging has also put me in contact with so many friends all over the world.  I can't begin to state how valuable that is to me.

I have no idea if this life is stepping stone into another one, but while we're here I don't see any problem with getting enjoyment from certain activities and trying to be better in all we do.  The photo you posted makes me sad.  I'm sure you felt a need to cut up your slings, but all I see is the destruction of something that was beautiful.

Best of luck in your future endeavors.  Farewell, sling brother.

It's for you to figure it out, but I don't think cutting out or destroying your hobbies is a positive or good thing. You seem to be seeking perfection or purity, that is not this world. Embrace good where you find it and accept imperfection because it's unavoidable. Perhaps there is someone who can give you spiritual guidance? If slings and slinging are really harmful for you and your goals then I wish you well in your future endevours, but I feel there is more to it and this pattern will repeat.

I hope I'm not too arrogant in these suggestions, I hope it's helpful. Goodbye and thanks for your contributions to this community.

Farewell, J! We appreciate the contributions you made to this community while you were involved.

If you decide to return, we will welcome you with open arms.

Seconded.
I appreciated your presence and your many contributions, ever since I've known you on this forum. I wish you complete fulfillment and meaning in your future endeavours.
Farewell.