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i stumbled into a really precious vajrayana practice when i was a teenager. This framework, for me, offers tangible steps towards excellence. I do really well with rules and good teachers. In school I would choose classes based off of the best teacher more than the subject matter. I like to think that behind all my media accolades i am offering a presence of mind that is beneficial to others. More than anything else i value and protect a clear, compassionate mind.
Aug 1, 2023
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⭐This is a white guy saying this, but Buddhism works better (in my opinion) when used as a life philosophy instead of something to be evangelical about. See: the Buddhist - Muslim situation in Sri Lanka, for one
By being extreme about the belief-set and practices, you're going against the spirit of "The Middle Way"
And as Ajahn Chah suggested: not-sure (anicca) and khanti (patient endurance) might be about all you need to do it right
By being extreme about the belief-set and practices, you're going against the spirit of "The Middle Way"
And as Ajahn Chah suggested: not-sure (anicca) and khanti (patient endurance) might be about all you need to do it right
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the day after i got back from thailand i went to a three-week fellowship at a buddhist retreat in montana. my heart is so open, i met a lot of beautiful souls. no phones, just meditation, laughter, tears, and noble silence.
i read two books while i was there. one called radical dharma, and the other called healing anger, which is a transcription of lessons the Dalai Lama taught in 2005. highly recommend them both.
i read two books while i was there. one called radical dharma, and the other called healing anger, which is a transcription of lessons the Dalai Lama taught in 2005. highly recommend them both.
Jun 22, 2025
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: the practice of being aware, right now, every day.
By Steve Hagan.
A book about being present in the here and now. Perhaps even more relevant today than when it was published. Just over 50 pages of Buddhism boiled down to its core teachings. Plain and simple indeed.
A book about being present in the here and now. Perhaps even more relevant today than when it was published. Just over 50 pages of Buddhism boiled down to its core teachings. Plain and simple indeed.
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🍬I think the joy of candy is akin to the joy of nicotine, or the joy of going viral. While these dopamine hits may not be conducive to a traditional steady and meaningful life I think it is important to know where you are and meet yourself there. My favorite lollipops are See’s vanilla lollipops and the carmel and green apple lollipops. I also like mallow cups, nerd ropes, three musketeers, payday’s, justin’s peanut butter cups, licorice yorkie dogs, peach gummies, hamburger and pizza gummies, and chocolate. When i eat chocolate i feel like a woman.
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🪥The Swiss brand Curaprox. It’s practical, understated, and elegant. It’s a great gift as well for that person in your life whom you love dearly but may not want to make eye contact with or touch.