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Re: Scatterbrained after sitting + how to interpret bliss?
I tried to put the "simile of the cup" by Ajahn Brahm into practice and I noticed that a lot of urges to improve my posture were actually forms of picking up the cup. I ended up having quit… (View Post)
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Re: Truly respecting others
Hi @Rabmudtz, some considerations: - to see yourself as equal to others (of equal worth) in buddhism is considered a form a conceit (interesting, isn't it?!) - someone who has violent fascist ideas h… (View Post)
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Re: Metaphors, similies, and analogies for meditation.. anyone?
I like this one: meditation is allowing the mind to come home. (View Post)3 -
Re: Good and not so good ways of letting go of thoughts?
thanks @Sabre, I think I can become aware of using too much force and intent, and step back a bit. I just meditated 5 minutes and had the idea that I can use more of the mindfulness you have when you… (View Post)
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Re: The Weight of the World and its New Ugly
A lot of my optimism comes from watching children. They are such good examples of how beautiful human beings are, and I think our true nature is close to that of a small child. (View Post)
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