adept
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Thanks RongzomFan for your clarification of those points. Like I've said previously, it's better to have advice from folks experienced in such things.
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Could someone please help me out with these abbreviations ? I know TWR. Thank you.
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Cheese toastie ?
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That's good to hear steve. A couple of weeks back, I made my peace with everyone, as I too look to the Buddhist teachings in order to make big changes in my life.
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So how do you guys do stuff? Idiot's guide in plain english?
adept replied to BaguaKicksAss's topic in Buddhist Discussion
With more practice that will surely be only a matter of time. You seem a person who is very knowledgeable and has a path which you follow diligently. Only good things will come of this. -
Thanks steve, that's the kind of response I was hoping for. Someone who has first hand experience and is willing to talk openly about it. I am looking to make important changes in my life, and the Tibetan teachings seem to offer that, much better than any other paths that I've been investigating.
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This comic book is just an illustrated story though. The website is very good nonetheless. Look, I'm here to learn and to share and I don't want to get into arguments as to whether a practice is right or wrong. I've done plenty of that previously and I think it's time for me to try and orchestrate a change within me. I'd like to stand back and view all sides of any discussion. Best wishes.
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Thanks for that link. Lots of good information.
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I've looked into this and have found that there seems to be a bit of religious suppression going on. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dorje_Shugden_controversy
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http://www.dharma-haven.org/tibetan/meaning-of-om-mani-padme-hung.htm http://fpmt.org/education/teachings/lama-zopa-rinpoche/the-benefits-of-chanting-om-mani-padme-hum/
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Maybe so, but they don't look as healthy. The theravadins place less emphasis on the body and exercise than the Tibetans, and as a consequence, look frail and weakly.
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Yes, but trained classically in Thailand.
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Just watched it. Absolutely brilliant documentary. If only the Chinese government hadn't invaded in the 50's. Imagine all the places and people we would have had. A great shame indeed. As it said in the film, there is still a large 'power field' in parts of Tibet. Tibetan Buddhist's always seem very happy, content, joyful and are very healthy, vigorous, strong and full of life. They have a warm glow, keen eyes and radiant complexion. Compare that with the Theravadin's that I first learned meditation from. Weak, thin, pale, and unhealthy looking. I decided that path wasn't for me. If I was to follow a Tibetan path, how far could it take me, as a man with many commitments and attachments ? I've already started with a mantra meditation practice but I'd love to immerse myself more. Obviously I'd need a teacher. Locally I've found 2 Kadampa centres and a Diamond Way centre. Not sure if any of these are suitable. Maybe someone with a bit of experience could advise me. Best wishes.
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Hempel and "perverts" and apparently being one
adept replied to elliotmtl's topic in General Discussion
What have you done to my innocent neti pot vid ? You disgusting pervert ! Now go and perform some O at a D's with unsuspecting females who will suck off your energy at the local library. -
Then your presence here is most welcome.
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Since starting Kunlun it feels like 100 pinball machines going crazy inside me.
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Ha ha it does look a bit too nice and friendly. All smiling and whatnot. She's obviously not doing it right.
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Neti pot. Works wonders. Good for sinus and hayfever too. http://youtu.be/7Q6-ijWCAeo
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Master Zhao Ming Wang-Family Inheritor of the Qianfeng Daoist Tradition
adept posted a topic in Systems and Teachers of
http://chanbuddhismuk.proboards.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=intro&thread=511 Anyone who's read Taoist Yoga will be interested in this article.- 1 reply
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Greetings. A bit of self-reflection over the last few days has uncovered a trait in myself which I don't particularly like. I have become overly critical of other folks, both online and out in the real world. I seem to have developed grudges and biases without even realizing that they have crept up on me. I wish to apologize to all the people whom I've argued with, upset, annoyed or disrespected. I also apologize to all the folks here who've offered me help before but I haven't followed up. With the end of the year approaching I feel I need to commit myself to a spiritual practice of one sort or another. I've dabbled in various things for as long as I can remember but always end up stopping for whatever reason/excuse my mind contrives. I have a moving qigong form which I've practiced for years and has been of immense benefit, so I'm covered in that respect. To be honest I'm confused, lost and not sure of which direction I need to go. I'm sure other's have felt this way before and wondered what steps you took to remedy this. Thanks
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I saw the original content before it was deleted. Not very nice.
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Gonna watch this later today when I have some free time. Thanks for sharing.
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Well, I suppose I could. I know a couple of psychic/mediums who could probably do a reading for me. However, I do like to follow my own whims and see where they take me. If a practice isn't right for me, I'll know within a short time. Kunlun does seem to work though. To what extent, only time will tell. I do have another new practice with mantra which I'm pursuing. I'm ready to cleanse myself, in body, mind and spirit. A full purge.
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Thanks for the suggestion. What about Kunlun ? Just letting myself go and let the energy do it's work. http://thetaobums.com/topic/17505-kunlun-book/?p=509705
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The problem is I didn't do the work ! I put the book aside, in fact in a pile with dozens of other books and forgot about it. The other day I was going through my stuff and the book seemed to coax me into picking it up to read again. So I thought 'sod it, I'm going to give this a quick go'. I got into the posture and just let go. I wasn't there long, about 10-15 minutes I guess when I got this strange vibrating, bouncing, feeling within my mouth and throat area. It was literally teeming with energy. My tongue, which was resting on the upper palate began to feel as if it was pulsing. I had no bouncing of the legs but inside I felt as if I was shaking. This was happening all over my body now. It was indeed a blissful feeling. Very, very pleasant. I told myself I was going to end the practice and slowly brought my feet flat down and let the energy settle for a few minutes. I had read a suggestion somewhere to take the practice easy and there was no need to do a full hour as described in the book. Half an hour after I finished the practice and the energy surges and tingling were showing no signs of abating. I can see why food and drink is a no-no for a good while after practicing. All in all I think this is a very powerful system, even though I've only give it the briefest of go's.