in thread "on ugliness": Physical forms are representations of more subtle energies. Take the time to observe people's features as well as their countenance. Some people have tremendously attractive bodies and features, but their eyes and faces are dull and lifeless. While others ... 25h ago (collapse hidden) log in to judge received 2.4 2.4 Physical forms are r (view hidden) log in to judge received 2.4 2.4
in thread "Medidation, Enlightenment, Dharma, and Sokushinbutsu": There are two goals of Buddhist practice:... 2w ago (collapse hidden) log in to judge received 2.5 2.5 There are two goals (view hidden) log in to judge received 2.5 2.5 Many people who chatter jhanas and such are using meditation as another coping mechanism. "Spiritual bypassing" one Tibetan teacher called it. Very common for highly educated liberal types with deep unresolved emotions and lots of ideas.... 2w ago (collapse hidden) log in to judge received 3.4 3.4 Many people who chat (view hidden) log in to judge received 3.4 3.4