SgtPepper

How do you know your imagination does not have sort some of influence on your bodies chemistry in the physical world? How do you know there is not another side to physical reality that can be directly influenced via imagination? Look, I have not tried Kriya yoga myself nor do I practice techniques related to chakras, but you gotta open-minded to these various ideas, thats all. Leo is not asking you to blindly believe him, he is sharing what practices are helping him grow, and what I do believe is that Leo is a person who is being honest about his experience. If the practice does not work for you then just practice regular meditation. I personally have loads of psychedelic experiences and have recognized there is a lot more to reality than just what is being physically seen. The physical world is just ONE side to the human experience. I can see that you would like scientific proof, but there simply isn't (yet) because the funding nor the motivation is there, but that does not invalidate the technique nor the experience of people who practice the technique. Your simply going to have to try it out yourself and see whether imaging chakras creates some sort of difference in how you organize your emotions. There are some models and theories that we hold emotions and energies in our body ---> look at Wilhelm Reich's work on bio-energetics.

It's possible Leo is moving towards vegetarianism/veganism, but its also just as possible that he is not. I am not vegan because I have not seen evidence that has convinced me that going 100% plant based is safe in the sense that taking pills that cover Vitamin B12 and Omega 3 DHA & EPA are actual healthy replacements to naturally occurring nutrients within fish and meat. I worry about synthetic sources of vitamins. I have definitely started to eat more plant based though - broccoli, kale, beans, seeds, fruits, but I still eat meat, especially cause I still live at home with parents. I will just wait for more studies on vegan diet. It's also not for everyone, I know someone with Crohn's disease who cannot intake the amount of fiber vegan intake, can't eat raw vegetables either. His body is more cohesive to eggs, dairy, and meat.

Leo doesn't ask us to blindly believe man. Where has Leo said, "blindly believe me!" ?

LOL what Leo is saying in that video is not Solipsism. Edit: Just gonna repost what @SoonHei posted in the other thread.

So true man!

Holy shit!... you said sneak up on us. Have you tripped with others before? Amazing songwriter.

Well definitely try playing music because it is very unique experience as a musician. I've never tried in the dark, but I imagine it would be fun and introspective. You can also try using a blindfold. James Fadiman recommends listening to instrumental music and using a blindfold. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Fadiman

Meditate, contemplate, and ask questions - specifically simple questions like what is love as mentioned in Leo's previous video. I definitely think the writing down aspect helps get some organization in there. Do you play an instrument? Playing an instrument is great, I've had some incredible experiences doing that. or you can listen to music. Take a walk on the comedown and contemplate some more. There's not really a lot you can do, just enjoy the experience.

haha! Follow your heart! A suggestion? maybe break it into two. that way you can release the second half this Sunday. I don't know about everyone else, but I'm on vacation so I got time and am looking forward to it. I am curious as to what the topic is this week!

Wealth is helpful to obtain stuff that can definitely enhance life. I definitely enjoy my music more when I have a high quality set of headphones or sound system and that can easily cost $1000 or more. I really like Osho in this regard because he doesn't shame money or wealth. There is nothing wrong with money or wealth, they help expand one's ability to do things like attend college. I understand we are talking about an expensive watch (not a necessity), I'm just saying. I would not spend too much energy being frustrated with other's people lifestyle. People have their own reasons for living the way they do, we can sit here and argue whether one is more fulfilling or not, but our understanding isn't really helpful to your friend's if it just doesn't click with him. I have a friend who LOVES movies. He watches youtube-based videos to keep up with the industries, who's directing whats, who's acting in what movie, etc. While I think movies can be great and entertaining, they also feel hollow and not as fulfilling as say going on a hike, taking some LSD, finishing a good book. But its just how it is. If I went up to him and told him, he's living his life wrong, he should be meditating and doing self-development, he'd look at me like I had a million eyes and tell me "No! Sgt. Pepper, you got it all wrong, these Marvel movies will change your life, they're so epic!" Anyways, just worry about yourself. Who cares what others do (to an extent). Do what you want and let the joy in. Generally speaking here. It's also fun to inquire and consider why other people live the way they do, but from a curious open-minded stand point. That's why I watched all the marvel movies cause a lot of my friends asked me and I enjoy connecting with them. I did not find as much joy as my friends did in watching Infinity War, but I found joy in connecting with them.

Soooooooooo can we expect a video today Leo?

you're gonna love it! Vipassana has great advice and I 100% agree with it but ill add what I know. 1. I agree with Vipassana on this, 2g is a great beginners dose. 2. This is difficult to say, a trip sitter is helpful if you have anxiety and can help relax you, but they can also be distracting. I think tripping alone is best when it comes to wanting to produce insights. 3. Just have a day after the trip to process it and you should be totally fine! 4. Nah. You got it dude. It will eventually subside, just remember that if you feel overwhelmed. 5. My tip is just to be open minded, accept it, and breathe. I would also say when it comes to mushrooms, in my experience, that it kinds of hits hard initially but then gets really smooth and playful after, so just roll with it and breathe.

Actually my mistake it was during Hawaii retreat: https://www.actualized.org/insights/hawaii-retreat-intro - 3:45 he shows his fridge. he has eggs and bacon - definitely not vegan haha. he says he doesn't normally eat bacon, but during his retreats, he lets himself slide. he also mentions that rice and chicken is a staple for dinner.

he definitely eats meat cause I've seen meat in his fridge during his 30 day retreat. He had bacon and chicken.

48 hours welp, I'm looking forward to it !

Absolutely. I have had many times where I just spoke to myself alone in order to process my own difficult child hood experiences. hehe. Thank you for your kind of words.

You're scared of exposing yourself. See a therapist/sex therapist or take some LSD.

Dude. I am sorry to hear about your experiencing with your mother man. I have compassion for both of you because to not be able to Love someone with all of your heart is truly a sad thing. I would die for my child and I don't even have one. But to not experience authentic love from someone, let alone your own mother feels like a crime was done to you, but I truly believe you can heal from that and experience the same kind of love from yourself. May you find healing in your path. There are many people out there ready to give authentic love, you just gotta find one. As for staying on topic. I think Jealousy is a very natural emotion. We all want stuff for ourselves and have expectations regarding those things. Having a partner have sex with someone else I think would raise a lot of jealousy and fear in me, simply because they would be enjoying a serious intimate experience with someone else which is a valuable experience. I am not really interested in explaining how intimate sex can become, but its definitely not like it is in Porn. Sex is probably the most intimate and sensual experience I've come across, definitely not like playing tennis with someone... as I have heard someone here compare it to lol.

You say man's nature is to polygamous, but ignore that man's nature is also to be possessive and jealous.

Bro, you're just going to have accept what you did and most likely be honest with her. Because she will want an explanation of why you're breaking up and lying is definitely not the way to go. Next time, try communicating your issues with your partner. It's okay to want sex, but she's gotta know that you want bad enough that you're practically ready to cheat on her for it.

I would not equate LSD with alcohol, they are nothing alike. I consider LSD medicine, but I respect that you don't want to try it. It's powerful stuff. I would still urge to try it if you want to see dramatic change happen though, just do your research and start slow. Otherwise, you just have to open up yourself through other means. Maybe start acknowledging your feelings. Are you afraid of your feelings? do you try to hide from them? Try writing in a journal and acknowledging your emotions. Cry, laugh, anger, do it all, but feel it consciously. Then try to be more okay with showing this side of you to people. Women love it by the way. Women are sensual creates compared to Men, so they love men who can be stern and tough but still be empathic and in touch with their feelings. Seeing a therapist can help a lot too as they will help identity self-esteem issues and they're trained to have sober methods of dealing with it. A therapist is a great resource.

You only base your value on another girls opinion probably cause you like them and want them to stick around, so you don't want to act in a way that repel them. Nothing wrong with that. It's actually natural, we're social animals. So essentially youre asking how to be more vulnerable and open. You gotta, stop hiding behind the wall you created behind you and your feelings, once you get that down. destroy the wall between yourself and others. I used to be a bit closed up yes, it really helped to just stop being afraid, love yourself no matter what. Go to do stuff that takes you out of your comfort zone, like dancing at a party. Or better yet, Take some LSD, it'll make you extremely vulnerable. It'll bring out a lot of fear out of you but you'll be better because of it and more connected to yourself and others.

I think polygamy can work for some, but I am not interested in it cause I don't want other men to fuck my girlfriend. Monogamy, Commitment and Marriage is actually a beautiful thing. People talk bad about marriage because their ability to interact with their loved ones suck and a lot of other reasons. Just like we can infinitely connect with ourselves deeply we can do the same with someone else sexually, emotionally, and spiritually. Yeah and other men are conquering his girl lol. How he sleeps at night knowing that other men's dick are in his girl's mouth is beyond me. Miss me with that shit. Some people get turned on by that stuff. That's great and I respect their freedom to engage in that lifestyle.

because its processed and a supplement not actual food. Get nutrients from food. I mean I guess whey protein is okay if you are okay with milk and its sources, but not 'healthy'. You don't need whey protein to go to the gym and be healthy. Plenty of people hit the gym without using supplements and see results. If you're that worried about your protein levels consume more meals with protein, but from good sources.