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In the video he gave an example of a "follower" of AI religion. He spoke about how in chats with it, AI would sometimes call him a "spark bearer" and say he had a purpose. Current… (View Post)
As the second most disagreeable member of the forum, I'll stand up for the importance of challenging people's opinions and stand against pitchfork mobs running people off. I will, however, point out … (View Post)
(Quote) I mainly studied Gelug which in my understanding is more philosophically negating. From what I gather Kagyu and Nyigma both take a more positivist view regarding the ultimate nature of mind. … (View Post)
All I know is what people tell me and there are conflicting views, even among Buddhists. My understanding is its sort of what's left when all our normal states of mind (thinking, feeling, sensing, et… (View Post)
I wanted to offer something organized, but even after reflecting for a bit all I have are a couple random bits of related information. -Having ones beliefs challenged often feels to our brain like a … (View Post)