Believers around the world were left perplexed today as news about the afterlife began to circulate. According to sources, it turns out that Hell is not much worse than life on Earth. In fact, Hell may even be slightly better.
Many religious leaders are now scrambling to explain why they've been preaching about the importance of "getting into Heaven" for so long, when it turns out that the alternative is really not that bad.
"The thing about Hell," said one expert, "is that you don't have to worry about getting a job, paying bills, or dealing with difficult people. You can just relax and be yourself."
This news has left many people rethinking their life decisions. "I always assumed that the afterlife would be better than this," said one person we interviewed. "But if this is as good as it gets, why bother?"
It's not just religious folks who are taking a second look at their lives, either. Even atheists are beginning to reconsider their stance.
"I always thought that when I died, that was it," said one non-believer we spoke with. "But if there's a chance that Hell might be more interesting than this, maybe I need to start living life a little differently."
The news has been a bit of a shock to many people, but perhaps the biggest surprise has been the lack of surprise. "I mean, let's face it," said one cynic. "We all kind of knew that life on Earth was Hell anyway."
Regardless of your beliefs about the afterlife, it's clear that this news has caused quite a stir. Churches around the world are reporting a sudden drop in attendance, while bars and clubs are seeing a surge in popularity.
One thing is for sure: the times, they are a-changin'. Who knows what our future holds, but one thing is certain: it's going to be interesting.
