SgtPepper

I interpret those phenomenon like evil beings, curses, and paranormal activity as coming from within usually a space where you are not healed, are angry, in pain, sad, etc and is being manifested in your mind in a particular image or framework. I've had experiences that felt like I was possessed, synchronicity, or like shadow beings in my head, but I recognized these are all from me, and are manifested from pain/confusion the only way to get over those things is to heal, ask for forgiveness from others and yourself, and seek love instead of power.

The problem with that definition is, it is sexist to say women like to grow their hair long and treat it to be pretty. Women can act however they want, there is no box that women fit in. Women can still be women, without following traditional gender norms. ----- I am not transphobic, I don't care, if I meet a transgender woman or transgender man, I will respect their pronouns and just treat them like human beings, its whatever. But I do make a personal distinction in my mind between a transgender women and a biological women. I don't think the difference is arbitrary at all, it's very real, and obvious especially when you take genitals and hormones into account to me. It appears trans folk also know it's not arbitrary which is why they get hormone treatment, surgery, and change their whole appearance. I don't understand how trans women = women aligns with love and truth. Generally what aligns with love and truth is accepting who you are and how you are born to me. And I am very open minded person, but I just don't see it. I have compassion for gender dysphoria and I hope trans folk get what they need for peace.

they can do both. however, doing higher doses more frequently would probably lead to derailment rather than smaller doses or even micro-doses, and then like once every 1-2 years doing high doses for deeper contemplation. The thing is, it appears that part of Leo's job is learning to deconstruct reality, so getting his reality deconstructed by 5-meo and then putting into language actually goes along with his life purpose lol

Completely normal. Try to recognize the beauty in her perspective. Maybe you just some time with the boys? compatibility is more of a value thing. Like, I can't be with a woman who smokes cigarettes or doesn't see the value in saving money.

@Someone here 100 Agreement with you man!

This depends on how much you value your relationship and what kind of relationship you have with your friend. 3 things to consider 1) There are plenty of potential women out there for you. 2) you and this girl could be a good fit for each other. 3) Women freewill. Is it possible for you to just hang out with this girl without doing anything you can't come back from? and at the same time, It's not like its your friend's ex. This depends on what your long-term goal with girls is and what you want from them, y'know? I think you need to be yourself. Forget what we all need or what introverts need, what does @mw711 need?

Doesn't make sense... To be true to yourself is to acknowledge your suffering. Even if you God-realized, the flesh still suffers.

If you're going to judge this subjectively then try eating just fruits and see how you feel. I personally think eating only fruits is unsustainable and restrictive. I like to eat meat, variety of veggies, eggs, beans, potatoes, and fruits, etc. I could do without dairy, but a little bit of pizza is okay for me. I am much more concerned with plastic and junk food. Objectively speaking though prana / life energy is pseudoscience from the new age. The nutrients in food and water is the cause of the energy you have to sustain your bodily functions. If you're getting 'prana' from fruits its because you are getting a sugar high. Look at nutritional studies and the habits of long living people - like blue zone. They eat a variety of foods. That's what would make the most rationale sense to follow if health is your goal.

To be who we are. The creating, the suffering, the survival that helps us be who we are.

A woman is an adult human female https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woman It might be a construct, but it is a good one because it grounded in physical reality.

It really depends on who you ask. I don't think its important and I think sex is best saved for someone you actually like and enjoy.

It's terrible because they lack integrity which I consider necessary for a happy peaceful life. It appears to be a product of mismatched values and childhood trauma. Also if you're in a serious relationship, putting yourself in situations that will tempt you is dumb. A serious partner would not want a fling or would transcend it and focus on building the relationship deeper. If your partner will cheat, simply because they have options, then you have a poor partner and likely a partner that is not a good match for you. A good ideal partner will have options and still choose you. It's like picking out a dog, lots of dogs are cute, but you still pick one and forge a relationship with it until it dies.

I found DMT to be insightful. The insight felt deeper like into the core of oneself. it really feels like a microscope zoom into your mind/body

you find what you're looking for.

Yeah, that's right, when I think about it, 90% of the people I know who are European immigrants are right leaning in some way and some were openly in favor of Trump when I talked to them.

@Razard86

Of course. you will always be the best source to know what is going to serve yourself. don't give up!

haha. Ill be looking forward to your trip report @Preety_India I love reading first time trip reports. There really is no way to prepare besides just telling yourself that no matter what you will love yourself and if you have any weird/uncomfortable thoughts, you will wait it out. Have like a mantra, saying, I am okay. This helps create safety and acceptance for me, as well as assurance I can endure the trip. And then... Be prepared to laugh a lot! There will come a point where you will feel purified. The beginning is usually a bit chaotic for me, but by around 2-3 hours I feel relaxed into it holistically. Don't be afraid to try safe activities. I've had a swirly time just taking a shower on 200ug of LSD. I personally like taking walks around 5-6 hours after dropping. I play guitar, listen to music, but I've also just gotten in bed, in my covers, with my head on a pillow and eyes closed - just being with whatever comes. There is no wrong answer besides acting on fear. Being impulsive and afraid is what gets people into trouble, which is why it is important to agree with yourself, you will wait out any thoughts that don't seem good. Enjoy!!

@Rishabh R It does sound like they are being abusive. Do not let others abuse you please. I think it is wonderful to communicate how you feel, but sometimes people are not willing to listen or follow through on your requests. They want to spread their hell onto you and I would respond by forgiving their shortcomings because they are enslaved by their sin. There is compassion to be had for the abusers. Move on to creating a good and loving relationship with yourself and others who can appreciate what you have to offer. “To love oneself is the beginning of a life-long romance.” ―Oscar Wilde It will be bring you deep joy and peace in your life. Instead of focusing on relationships of others, notice how you are imagining what their relationship is like, and it is leading you to suffer. Some relationships are awful and some are good. Just let it go. As someone who has been in a relationship for 11 years, I can tell you, you are in a good position. You have time to invest in yourself. Being in a relationship has its pros, but so does time by yourself. Learn to have fun and someone will come along when it's the right time, just don't give up on meeting new people, and it will happen. However, if you are looking for relationship/connection as soon as possible because you genuinely enjoy them like myself - then expand your sense of relationship more than just romance. Get to know your family deeper, volunteer and help the elderly, homeless or those with intellectual disabilities. Join a club. It will change how you view others and generate your ability to make impact on others, thus create long-lasting relationship in your life. You will attract the right romance partner just by being true to yourself. This is what happened for me. You are not stomaching it because you are judging yourself too much, its unnatural and it's creating dissonance in your life. It is causing you to not love yourself and it repels the love of others and attracts abusive people. Be prudent to treat yourself with love. “How you love yourself is how you teach others to love you.” —Rupi Kaur “Self love—it doesn’t mean that everyone will treat you the way you deserve to be treated. It means that you won’t let them change the way you see yourself; nor will you stick around for them to destroy you.” —Tony A. Gaskins Jr. --- I hope that makes sense. Some practical actions is just to take some time for self-care. Read a spiritual book, take a walk in the park, say hello to people who pass you by. Touch grass. Go for a jog. Smile more often. Notice things you can be grateful for. Call someone who loves and cares about you. Play an instrument and listen to music.

The Beatles - Let it Be Coldplay - Fix you Queen - Under Pressure Beach Boys - you still believe in me.

They are calling you inferior because you are putting up with their name calling, disrespect, and control tactics. It's not because you are actually inferior, but I am not sure why you are engaging with these kind of people? Tell them to go f*ck themselves and live your life. I made a clear rule for myself to not tolerate disrespect from others, I cut them off and move on if the relationship is irredeemable. People/friends should be uplifting you or at the very least engaging with you neutrally. Not everyone in college is like that, I met lots of cool and interesting folks in college. You are angry because people are disrespecting you and you are kind of tolerating it and even engaging with it. I am not sure why you are jealous, you might be afraid because you're finding it challenging to defend yourself. That stuff can be worked on by building self-confidence with physical activities.

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Arming teachers is insane unless you're willing to provide quality training and high compensation for that extra responsibility. People become teachers to teach not to stop crimes. I think we need a combination of policies to help stop mass violence like this. A combination of: background checks (red flag laws) & rigorous steps needed to become a gun owner Investment in social structures for mentally ill or broken families & investment in mental health in general especially teenagers. Raise the age necessary to buy a gun like 26 or at least 21. Hold parents responsible and have armed security in schools. I am pro 2nd amendment, but the second amendment is about the state's rights to secure freedom in their state from Federal government tyranny. It's right of the people of let's say California, to stand up against the federal government with a well-regulated militia. It's not about allowing random individuals to carry a gun & if you want one, you should have to prove you are competent enough to carry.

great quote!

? I basically agree. I like having a more nuanced take when it comes to the relative realm and how it relates to the absolute. I conceptualize relative love as being inspired by absolute love. But I don’t conceptualize relative evil as inspired by absolute love. Because it goes our true selfless nature, yet relative IS absolute right? so our ego self is our true self!! But If our behavior Is not grounded in the selfless, evil Is born. So evil comes from an incomplete self for me. Just my thoughts ?