Today I was looking through my mail and I stumbled upon a religious type book I think. I looked through it a little. Then it came with a sheet of paper that had a letter on it from Leah but It wasn't handwritten.It must be a holiday thing. Did anyone else get this?

Yeah I got one too. I read through it a couple of times and I thought the advice was pretty helpful.

Oh well that's nice that she did that especially because its around the holidays.

So what is this book and what does the note say???

It's a little booklet based on the teachings of L. Ron Hubbard and the Scientology religion. It's called "The Way to Happiness". It's actually pretty interesting and a lot of the concepts are helpful.
The actual letter is typed and says:


"Dear Friend,
My mother gave me this book when I was in my teens. It really meant a lot to me because I had something (other than my mom,'cuz we don't always listen to our moms) to try and live my life by.Although I knew these things in the back of my mind, it kept me out of an awful 'lot of trouble.

I find now, the best part of the book is no matter what religious beliefs one holds, these are precepts that one can easily live by.

I hope this book may help you or someone you love.

Happy holidays!

Love,
Leah"

There's a website if ya wanna know more too. --->www.thewaytohappiness.org

Yea that's the same exact thing I got.

how chilling...

and why is Leah Remini sending people letters about religion? Are you guys on her mailing list or something? Guess who isn't on it and will never be... Me.

Well I thought it was a kind gesture. I don't think we're on a mailing list but I think she sent it because we requested for her autograph this year. And why are you jumping off on her like that? It's not like she's personally insulted you or anything.

Originally posted by Dennis3264
how chilling...

and why is Leah Remini sending people letters about religion? Are you guys on her mailing list or something? Guess who isn't on it and will never be... Me.

Perhaps she just wants people to be more aware of the religion. It's not like she is forcing them to convert or anything. Guess who she probably doesn't ever want to write to her...You.

Originally posted by queenschick
Well I thought it was a kind gesture. I don't think we're on a mailing list but I think she sent it because we requested for her autograph this year. And why are you jumping off on her like that? It's not like she's personally insulted you or anything.

How do you know she hasn't?

It's still a little weird for her to be sending things like this to people she doesn't know. Send the autograph and leave the poor people alone, Leah Remini!!!!

I think she needs to spend a little more time at the gym, and a little less time mailing religious handbooks to people.

Originally posted by Dennis3264


It's still a little weird for her to be sending things like this to people she doesn't know. Send the autograph and leave the poor people alone, Leah Remini!!!!


I've written to many celebrities over the years, and several of them have sent other things down the road in addition to the original autograph. I think it is a nice gesture to do, showing that they took the time to take down the address and all. It's nice to see some celebrities putting forth the effort to show that they care about their fans. Leah also sent along a holiday greeting with these booklets. I don't see any problem at all with what she did. Anyway, you didn't receive one, so don't worry about it.

Originally posted by HuntingtonM15
Perhaps she just wants people to be more aware of the religion. It's not like she is forcing them to convert or anything. Guess who she probably doesn't ever want to write to her...You.

I don't think I'd use the work "religion" in the context of Scientology. I suppose the government might recognize it as such but really, I can write some sci-fi books and start a theology in my back yard too. Are you buying into it?

And Leah Remini is the last person on earth I'd ever listen to about anything.

Originally posted by dlemond
I don't think I'd use the work "religion" in the context of Scientology. I suppose the government might recognize it as such but really, I can write some sci-fi books and start a theology in my back yard too. Are you buying into it?

And Leah Remini is the last person on earth I'd ever listen to about anything.

Well, that wasn't really my main point anyway. I'm not too familiar with it, and I could personally care less about it. And no one said you had to listen to Leah about anything...

Originally posted by HuntingtonM15
Well, that wasn't really my main point anyway. I'm not too familiar with it, and I could personally care less about it. And no one said you had to listen to Leah about anything...

No, but using fame as a vehicle for your personal beliefs is reprehensible in that you take advantage of people's adulation to further your own personal motivation.

And there is no doubt in that in what she did.

Originally posted by dlemond
No, but using fame as a vehicle for your personal beliefs is reprehensible in that you take advantage of people's adulation to further your own personal motivation.

And there is no doubt in that in what she did.

I don't think she took advantage of anything, but ok...

She was definately taking advantage of her fame. I don't think normal people send booklets to a bunch of their FANS, and pay attention to the word FANS, about scientology or their religion of choice.

She is famous, for some reason people actually wanted an autograph from her, and so in addition to that she sends them all a freaked out book on scientology.

If these people had not asked for autographs, they would've never gotten any handbooks to happiness.

If that's not taking advantage of your fame, then I don't know what is...

Originally posted by HuntingtonM15
I don't think she took advantage of anything, but ok...

They are people on a mailing list.

They love her obviously, and she says, "this is something my mother gave me.." I assume she was raised Catholic - I mean, be real, she wasn't raised under Scientology and if you think she wasn't pushing her beliefs on people then she would have never said a word.

If you honestly believe that she wasn't trying to further the Scientology cause then you have never read a word about scientology.

Originally posted by dlemond

If you honestly believe that she wasn't trying to further the Scientology cause then you have never read a word about scientology.

I don't believe that she's not trying to further the cause. It just seems as if you're saying she's forcing people to join her in her beliefs. People have the choice of whether or not they want to actually look at the booklet.

Originally posted by HuntingtonM15
I don't believe that she's not trying to further the cause. It just seems as if you're saying she's forcing people to join her in her beliefs. People have the choice of whether or not they want to actually look at the booklet.

You don't send religious booklets to people explaining the way towards happiness without a goal of trying to change them or their beliefs in some way. There's no reason. What? She just wants people to know what she believes in?

Originally posted by Dennis3264
You don't send religious booklets to people explaining the way towards happiness without a goal of trying to change them or their beliefs in some way. There's no reason. What? She just wants people to know what she believes in?

Who's to say for sure what her exact motive was. Recently her FAQ was updated with information on Scientology, so she must have gotten a lot of questions about it. Perhaps she was just trying to make more fans aware. Or perhaps she was trying to change people...I really don't know, and I really don't care anymore. All I know is that a booklet in the mail would not change any of my beliefs.

Man you guys really like bashing Leah don't ya? Look, like I said I thought it was a nice gesture. I personally don't feel I have been forced into Scientology cause I myself have been raised Catholic but I thought the book had some good advice. So it was based on Scientology, ok. BUT good lord, it's not like it was sending bad messages. I don't exactly think she was FORCING us into the it. She was simply sharing her interest in her religion and I don't see anything wrong with that.

And another thing...if ya really hate Leah so much then why take the time to bash her? Don't come over to a board of a show that she's a star of and start bashing on her. Go occupy yourself with some other sick hobby.Get over yourself!

Edited. Do not bash the show or actors.

There is nothing wrong with what Leah sent to these people at all and if she was raised Catholic there's nothing wrong with that either and there's nothing wrong with her some people have the immature enjoyment of being a hater. ...Mel :cool:

Edited. Do not bash the show or actors.

I was reading this old thread today.Thought it had some interesting comments in it.
Hey Huntington,is Dennis3264 actually banned,or did you just forget to take that off after the "April Fools Day" prank?:lol:
I noticed reading some of the old threads that there are some other "banned" posters out there.

And I love that "Do not bash the show or actors" :nonono:
That's tellin' 'em. :)

And where are some of the posters from this thread??
Don't hear much from some of you anymore.Come on back!

I was reading this old thread today.Thought it had some interesting comments in it.
Hey Huntington,is Dennis3264 actually banned,or did you just forget to take that off after the "April Fools Day" prank?:lol:
I noticed reading some of the old threads that there are some other "banned" posters out there.

And I love that "Do not bash the show or actors" :nonono:
That's tellin' 'em. :)

And where are some of the posters from this thread??
Don't hear much from some of you anymore.Come on back!

:lol: I actually don't have the power to ban anyone. One of the admin's of the site banned him (and rightfully so!). I agree...I wish some of the old posters would come back!

How do you know she hasn't?

It's still a little weird for her to be sending things like this to people she doesn't know. Send the autograph and leave the poor people alone, Leah Remini!!!!

I think she needs to spend a little more time at the gym, and a little less time mailing religious handbooks to people.


:eek2: Well, I certainly see why this a$$ was banned. :mad:

:rant: Why the hell are people so freaked out by even hearing the word "Scientology"? Jpcanes was right, this thread was interesting, I didn't know there was so many mean spirited people on here before. Jeez!! and without opening the Scientology box of discussion too much, what's so wrong with it? I think it's just another case of "Fear of the unknown" or judging something before you know anything about it. Try reading about it before acting like an a$$!! If it can improve someones life, what's so bad about it?

sorry guys, it just ticks me off when losers attack people because of their religion or weight etc, :lol: thanks for listening.....:)

I have done some research on Scientology,and no,it's not for me,personally.
I remember the days when Jehovah's Witness used to come to my door.
I respectfully said no thanks.A little respect goes a long way...JM2Cents. :)

Doug(to Carrie):"Some people have trouble seeing past your hard candy shell.... to the delicious nut inside."

That kills me everytime!! :lol:

I'm gonna email you some info and change your mind....:lol: just playin' :)

it's not for me either, I'm happy for Leah that it helped her, etc. But I could slap people who knock the religion, or any other religion for that matter, ya know? :lol: Let people Live!!!

I still get people coming to my door trying to read me the Bible. "No thanks" is right! I can read it myself. :lol: sorry if I offended anyone, but that "more time in the gym" comment got me in "Carrie Mode" LOL

Doug to Carrie: "I don't want people to think I married a bouncer, ya know what I'm sayin?:lol:

:eek2: Well, I certainly see why this a$$ was banned. :mad:

:rant: Why the hell are people so freaked out by even hearing the word "Scientology"? Jpcanes was right, this thread was interesting, I didn't know there was so many mean spirited people on here before. Jeez!! and without opening the Scientology box of discussion too much, what's so wrong with it? I think it's just another case of "Fear of the unknown" or judging something before you know anything about it. Try reading about it before acting like an a$$!! If it can improve someones life, what's so bad about it?

sorry guys, it just ticks me off when losers attack people because of their religion or weight etc, :lol: thanks for listening.....:)

I'm sure if that banned poster said that to Leah, that she'd have a few words for him.:D

You're right!! I bet she'd "Punch him right in the face" :lol:

It's not even a religon, it is more of a cult! That all these hollywood people are in too! I agree 100% with u! For myself I am a Christain, so there for I don't want too hear about all that nonsense!

No one should be banned for their "Free Speech" on this forum.

"Everything that Leah Remini does is good" is this really what you believe? I don't like that attitude. She uses her popularity to recruit members. If she believes in scientology, good for her. But she should not send Scientology propaganda to kids.

Scientology is a dangerous and criminally convicted cult masquerading as a religion for tax exempt status purposes.

Some quotes of L. Ron Hubbard, founder of Scientology:
"You don't get rich writing science fiction. If you want to get rich, you start a religion."
"People who attack Scientology are criminals."
"ENEMY SP Order. Fair game. May be deprived of property or injured by any means by any Scientologist without any discipline of the Scientologist. May be tricked, sued or lied to or destroyed."

Note that this says that an enemy of Scientology may be “injured... tricked, sued, lied to, or destroyed." I am an "enemy" of scientology. So why don't you kill me?

Who said that everything Leah does is good?I missed that part.
I think I'll ban myself for bringing this thread back. :doh:

Maybe this thread should be moved:

11. Please contain all discussions about politics and religion to the Chit Chat - Politics/Current Events board. Also, religious and political usernames, avatars, and signatures are once again permitted, within reason...any avatar beyond reason will be subject to action in accordance with rule #2.

Who said that everything Leah does is good?
If you don't say it's wrong then that says it's right.

I un-ban you.:lol:


Everybody breathe......settled down now? :)

Let's agree to disagree, it's interesting to some, scary to some...Whatever!! Leah is cool, she's not scary, so forget it. Do you ever get "The Winner's Way" stuff in the mail, or books from Billy Graham? does that scare you? It don't scare me, So a Scientology booklet ends up in your mailbox. Get rid of it, and move on. Don't be scared of it. :D

I officially end this thread.here!! :lol:

it's all good.......:wave:







:ufo: :alien1 Help!! I just got the mail!!!! AHHHHHH!!!:lol: :joke:

Not everything in life is black and white,my friend.
If someone sends you something in the mail,you can throw it away.
If a certain religion or belief is not your 'cup a tea',don't support it.
It is right for some people.
It's called freedom of choice.

Not everything in life is black and white,my friend.
If someone sends you something in the mail,you can throw it away.

Yeah, I can handle this, cause I'm a big sophisticated boy from Europe. That's not the point.
For the second time: Leah should not send Scientology propaganda to kids. Kids are easily led (or missled).

Leah doesn't even send this material out anymore, so simmer down there Todd.

Leah doesn't even send this material out anymore, so simmer down there Todd. exactly!



and I wonder why that is..........:lol:

people can be so cold......:rolleyes: :lol:

Leah doesn't even send this material out anymore, so simmer down there Todd.
Some month ago my 12-years-old cousin got this little book from Leah Remini.
Anyway, I can't tolerate this.

Some month ago my 12-years-old cousin got this little book from Leah Remini.
Anyway, I can't tolerate this.

Yes, exactly how many months ago? I've seen reports of dozens of autographs coming from Leah the past year, and no one has gotten the book.

hmm, when I wrote to Leah, i didn't just say, Hey, give me a picture! i wrote how I enjoyed the show, and how people are such a$$es for downing her religion, and appearance. I said Scientology is good if it can help, i woulda thought she'd send me something on it, being I "praised it" :lol:


now I feel left out.......:lol:

Yes, exactly how many months ago? I've seen reports of dozens of autographs coming from Leah the past year, and no one has gotten the book.
End of 05 I think.

Doug to Holly:"Thinking isn't knowing.":lol:

sorry, couldn't help myself. :D

I need a beer. :lol:

shut da F@##Q$K UPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP whos next?

shut da F@##Q$K UPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPPP whos next?

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I think it's nice that Leah sends it out, I got one about a year ago. How sad for all the negative people on here, just cause your another religion or no religion at all gives you no right to put her down, there are religious channels all over TV, in the mail, online, all around us. I'm not a Scientologist but, I think she has every right to send out information, just like everyone else does. Everything in it is very positive. So I say thanks Leah for the booklet!

No. No. No.
Leah has no right to send out nazi stuff.
Leah has no right to send out pornography.
And Leah has right to send out scientology stuff.

Scientology is not a religion. Scientology has ruined the lives of many, many people.

I wonder why you support Leah's scientology campaign. You're so irresponsible, I can't stand you.

I wonder why you support Leah's scientology campaign. You're so irresponsible, I can't stand you.

How is supporting Leah's freedom to do what she wants irresponsible?

Huntington??
Please move this thread or put it out of its misery.
It has become ugly and is defacing our board.
Feed it to the... :dog:

How is supporting Leah's freedom to do what she wants irresponsible?
If she kills someone, will you support that too? You're a moderator. There are a lot of young users on this forum. And that's why irresponsible.

No. No. No.
Leah has no right to send out nazi stuff.
Leah has no right to send out pornography.
And Leah has right to send out scientology stuff.

Scientology is not a religion. Scientology has ruined the lives of many, many people.

I wonder why you support Leah's scientology campaign. You're so irresponsible, I can't stand you.

:rolleyes: I was so pissed when Leah sent me that porn video, the Hitler biography, AND the Scientology book! Leah is the Anti-christ!! :devil: :lol:

Are you serious?? Leah only had good intentions-so STEP OFF!! Nobody's supporting her "campaign" we're supporting Leah's RIGHT of Freedom of Religion! You're closed-minded ignorance makes me not able to stand you!!!


Hunt, I agree, wish this thread "into the cornfield." :lol:


I feel better now.......:D

If she kills someone, will you support that too? You're a moderator. There are a lot of young users on this forum. And that's why irresponsible.

Those two things do not at all relate, and it is beyond asinine of you to even say that. Time to take JP's advice!