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Anthony Bourdain seemed like a cool guy. But this world often takes the best before their time, leaving the worst to have their way with it. The world we've created can be cruel and make us feel so t… (View Post)
Yes, there are many ways to be more aware of the inconstant nature of phenomena, like focusing on the arising and ceasing of thoughts or physical sensations and their constant changeability. For exam… (View Post)
(Quote) Well, nowhere in the first four nikayas is the name Siddhattha mentioned (although Gotama is, e.g., MN 57, DN 3, etc.); but from what I understand, it is found in some of the later additions … (View Post)
On the one hand, I lean towards the side of the Dhamma being freely given and teachers/centers being dana-based. On the other, we live in a capitalist society, where money is king. Centers require mo… (View Post)
It's difficult to say as the roots can vary. They can come from biology or upbringing. From things we've been taught to things we've picked up through repetition or example and constant exposure. And… (View Post)