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Toraldris· -`-,-{@ Zen Nud... Buddhist @}-,-`- ·Veteran
@Nerima It's both, because you can't choose to enjoy something. When we concentrate on an object and give the thinking mind a break, that can be a pleasurable experience. It's enjoyable. Good thing t… (View Post)
If you're using an object, you're using it to focus your mind... not to actually examine. The easiest "object" to use is your breath. Just notice the inhaling, pausing, exhaling, to the ful… (View Post)
(Quote) @rickyd123 No no no no no, you're not supposed to think (or examine) the thoughts. Simply notice the thought or feeling when it comes and goes, and then return to the breath. Don't latch on,… (View Post)
In short the OP is mis-describing enlightenment. They say enlightenment isn't about overcoming suffering. Enlightenment is exactly about overcoming suffering, hence the Four Noble Truths. One who ove… (View Post)
I'd have chuckled to myself over how silly it was. If anything it would be for the customer they were serving to respond to that. It's certainly not the kind of thing I'd report anyone for, any more … (View Post)