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Just wanted to thank you @Leo Gura, I love your many blog posts, read each of them Some of them have a big impact on me, like the ones about love and intelligence or the suffering of personal development. I resonate deeply. While reading, I literally feel like I am in love, it's so beautiful to imagine someone like you to support me to awaken myself haha

Great! Thanks for sharinng <3

Thank you Leo for your two recent blog posts!!! Yeah, it kicks in So true... I can feel the love & realize the intelligence behind it. At the peak of some awakenings it felt like the cosmic clock (consisting of infinite clocks each striking the perfect 12, or zero at the same time) /everything stands completely still. Perfect alignment of infinity. Absolute transparency, infinite intelligence, the unconditional self-luminous radiance of consciousness everywhere, selfless love overflowing itself. Your post was a great reminder. Thank you!

It only works in 30-40% of the cases but when you twist their nippples while arguing you can double your chances of success.

Why do you want it so hard? I doubt you know what you wish for. Imagine everyone around you would sometimes be flickering, spamming in and out of existence - would you want that? There may be a reason why you keep imagining others to be real, and maybe it's not just dumbness and ignorance. I don't want to discourage you to sprint the way but maybe you could slow down a little and enjoy the journey, since when it becomes blatently obvious there is no (easy) way back and there is no other game like this in town. Maybe it's a greater skill to realistically imagine others to be real than to see through ones own self-deception. Remember: There is no one out there to tell you which is the "greater achievement".

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Interesting, thanks for sharing!

Thanks bro I almost forgot that

I know, I've read it two or three times. Observe your emotions consciously while doing so, that's how you alchemize lead into gold and debunk it experiantially, metaphorically speaking.

Welcome What's your goal? Adopting a belief system that you like? Having good arguments to defend it? Why don't you want it to be disproved? What comments do you expect, what would satisfy you? We're not helping when we make you more comfy to adopt spiritual beliefs, on the contrary. We're not helping when we take away your work to contenmplate for yourself. A smart person finds the right answers, a wise one finds the right questions. Embrace the questions for some time. You don't want to believe bullshit, do you? What's wrong about a rational wiki debunking some stuff?

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Do you also experience the coming back as a traumatizing experience? To me it feels like a child must feel when it is born. Feels like taking heavy layers and layers of twisted deception and ignorance to get back to experience again. Like I had to vomit up the whole cake of consciousness again...

@Fran11 I know exactly what you mean. Yeah, kinda sucks. That's why I am not so much into critical doses of psychedelics anymore. I had these several times. I have no solution for it. It's like there is this giant cake of consciousness and then you eat it all at once, feels great but then you are kinda like "damn ok, now the cake is gone." (Like: "Ok, of course Buddha has already reached enlightenment and it it's always been me again, like of course! So what can buddha do now? There's nobody to teach and nobody to awaken, so what else to do if not sleepwalking again, otherwise there is literaly no reality whatsoever?!") And you realize the only way to get a cake again is to traumatize yourself into this limited reality where can start all over again, baking the cake from your own flesh to eat it another time, this time more slowly maybe. At least That's the "conclusion" I had. I began to love my insufficiencies, limitations, problems and the slowness of this reality more. I don't want instant manifestation, actually. But maybe that's still ego. At least now I am fine with that, since I have no hurries to trancend it anymore. Actually it's so obvious. If reality is perfect, it's perfect now. And there is a reason why "we" experience limited reality now. It's because it's perfect. If god wanted to be in god mode, it would be in god mode. You instantly manifested a reality where you believe you can't instantly manifest a reality, you want a reality where you can experience not wanting a reality, and it must be that way to experience anything other than a selfcircular monotonous 1=1=1=... You don't want the perfectly symmetrical homogenous stillness, you crave the asymmetry and impossibility to ever reach perfection in time to experience anything other than nothing. So maybe just be ok with playing human, god

I wanna share this video with you, I think it's great in a way. It's so necessary to realize the basic principle of how mind creates reality also on a global scale! Tell me what you think about it David Bayers book "A changed mind" is awesome btw.

This is another story of the mind. If god was able to do so, how would you be able to get it? Your perception of reality is limited to the idea that things are either this or that. What if it actually is a superposition and the ego is the idea of an observer who collapsed it. Claiming this is not?

Have you ever thought about the possibility that reality isn't exactly the way it is because reality is no exact way? That the moment you try to pin down reality to an "exact way" it aint reality no more? That reality is no specific way, the idea is actually an illusion. The illusion/ego creates/is the apparent "real fixed solidified structure" which is just a joke and its punchline is Now.

Some of them are a bit repetitious but generally I like them. They are sometimes quite inspiring, I like that you are more frequently posting!

@Leeo_SA It was awesome, thanks man! Really boostet my mood during the day

@Xonas Pitfall Glad you like it Thanks for your appreciation!

For me, jesters are like archetypal mirrors, exaggerating certain human features. In Tibetan buddhism for example you see all those " angry/etc gods" and their masks, jesters seem to have quite a history in this sense. They are like raw emotions embodied, like the platonic idea - equivalent.

Great video indeed, thanks for sharing!

Hi there! I'm from munich and recently in Salzburg a lot. I'd wish to connect to more people in real life philosophizing about the stuff here

Sorry for spamming, this is my last post here in a row I asked chatGPT for more nuggets of chess wisdom like mine and potential life applications. I'm quite impressed to be honest. Didn't want to withhold it from the community 1. Develop Your Pieces Early Chess Wisdom: Prioritize developing all your pieces in the opening phase to control the board and prepare for the midgame. Avoid moving the same piece repeatedly or over-relying on your queen too early. Life Application: Don’t put all your energy into one area (like work or one specific skill) at the expense of others. Build a balanced foundation—health, relationships, career, and personal growth—so you’re ready for the complexities of life later. 2. Control the Center Chess Wisdom: Controlling the center of the board gives your pieces maximum mobility and strategic options. Life Application: Identify the "center" in your life—your core priorities or values. Focus on controlling these, as they influence everything else. For example, maintaining your physical and mental health can act as a "center" for achieving success in all other areas. 3. Castle Early Chess Wisdom: Protect your king early in the game by castling to avoid vulnerabilities. Life Application: Prioritize safeguarding your most vital assets (your health, financial stability, or loved ones) early on. This creates a solid foundation and protects you from unnecessary risks as life progresses. 4. Don’t Waste Tempo Chess Wisdom: Avoid unnecessary or redundant moves that waste time and give your opponent an advantage. Life Application: Be efficient in your actions. Don’t procrastinate or overcomplicate decisions. Time is a resource—use it wisely to move closer to your goals without getting sidetracked. 5. Always Think a Few Moves Ahead Chess Wisdom: Don’t just focus on the current move. Anticipate your opponent’s response and plan multiple moves in advance. Life Application: Think strategically in life. Consider how today’s actions (saving money, learning skills, building relationships) will affect your future. Anticipate challenges and prepare for them. 6. Sacrifice for Greater Gains Chess Wisdom: Sometimes you need to sacrifice a piece to gain a better position or set up a winning attack. Life Application: Be willing to let go of short-term comforts or lower-priority goals for long-term success. For instance, investing time in learning a difficult skill now might mean sacrificing leisure, but it will pay dividends later. 7. Recognize the Power of Pawns Chess Wisdom: Pawns may seem weak but can become queens when they reach the end of the board. Use them strategically, especially in the endgame. Life Application: Small, consistent efforts (like daily habits or minor skills) may seem insignificant now but can lead to massive rewards over time. Never underestimate the potential of "small moves." 8. Avoid Overextending Chess Wisdom: Pushing too many pawns or overcommitting pieces can leave you vulnerable to counterattacks. Life Application: Avoid overloading your schedule or resources. Stretching yourself too thin can lead to burnout or expose you to risks. Maintain balance and know when to pull back. 9. Learn the Principle of Opposition Chess Wisdom: In the endgame, controlling key squares and placing your king in opposition to the opponent’s king can secure victory. Life Application: Position yourself strategically in life to gain leverage. For example, in negotiations or competitions, understanding the dynamics of your counterpart’s position can give you an edge. 10. Don’t Ignore Threats Chess Wisdom: Always consider your opponent’s potential moves and threats, even if your position seems strong. Life Application: Stay aware of risks and challenges in life, even when things are going well. A proactive mindset helps you anticipate and mitigate potential setbacks. 11. Aim for Harmony Chess Wisdom: Coordinate your pieces so they support each other and work toward a common goal. Disconnected pieces are weak and vulnerable. Life Application: Cultivate harmony in your life by aligning your actions with your goals and values. Build strong relationships where mutual support fosters collective success. 12. Be Flexible Chess Wisdom: Adapt your strategy to the situation on the board. A rigid plan can fail if conditions change. Life Application: Flexibility is key to thriving in an unpredictable world. Be willing to pivot your goals or methods when circumstances shift, without losing sight of your overall vision. 13. Know When to Simplify Chess Wisdom: In a winning position, trading pieces to simplify the board can make it easier to secure victory. Life Application: Simplify your life when overwhelmed—declutter your commitments, focus on essentials, and remove distractions. Complexity can often obscure clear paths to success. 14. Study Patterns Chess Wisdom: Studying openings, endgames, and common tactical motifs sharpens your intuition and speeds up your decision-making. Life Application: Learn from patterns in your own life and others’. Recognizing recurring challenges or opportunities helps you act decisively and avoid repeating mistakes. 15. Use Discovered Attacks Chess Wisdom: A discovered attack unleashes hidden potential by moving one piece to reveal another’s threat. Life Application: Recognize your hidden strengths or resources, and find ways to bring them into play. Sometimes removing one obstacle can reveal unexpected opportunities. 16. Watch for Forks and Pins Chess Wisdom: A fork attacks two or more pieces at once; a pin immobilizes a piece by threatening something more valuable behind it. Life Application: Look for opportunities to achieve multiple goals with one effort (fork). Avoid being “pinned” in situations where one bad choice locks you into greater problems. 17. Practice Endgames Chess Wisdom: Many games are won or lost in the endgame. Mastering this phase gives you a huge advantage. Life Application: Focus on long-term planning and preparation for life’s “endgames,” like retirement, legacy, or major life transitions. This ensures that you’re well-positioned when the time comes. 18. Stay Calm Under Pressure Chess Wisdom: In intense situations, keeping a clear head allows you to find the best moves. Life Application: Stressful moments in life demand composure. Practice mindfulness or stress management techniques to maintain clarity when it matters most. 19. Understand Your Opponent Chess Wisdom: Knowing your opponent’s style and typical strategies can help you counter them effectively. Life Application: Learn to read people’s motivations, behaviors, and preferences. Understanding others deeply can improve relationships, negotiations, and teamwork. 20. Keep Learning Chess Wisdom: The more you study and practice, the better you become. Chess has infinite depth to explore. Life Application: Life is an endless learning journey. Stay curious and open to new knowledge, skills, and experiences, no matter how much you think you know.

When I asked chatGPT to transfer my chess insights into real life it gave me these answers: A little shallow but true. I'm working on more of those. I'd love to see you adding more nuggets of chess wisdom and metaphoras into your content. 1. Balance Self-Focus and Empathy Chess Insight: Take the same amount of time to think about the opponent’s move as your own. Life Wisdom: Pay equal attention to how others' actions influence you as to how your actions influence others. True control is an illusion—it’s all interconnected. By considering others’ perspectives and actions as deeply as your own, you’ll better understand your environment and relationships. 2. Walk in Others’ Shoes Chess Insight: Play the board turned 180 degrees to see from your opponent’s perspective. Life Wisdom: Regularly shift your perspective to see life through the eyes of others. This builds empathy, improves decision-making, and helps you anticipate challenges and opportunities you might miss when viewing only from your own angle. 3. Reverse Engineer Your Goals Chess Insight: Learn checkmates from 1 move out, then 2, 3, and so on. Start at the end. Life Wisdom: Begin with the end in mind. Imagine your ideal outcome—whether it’s in your career, relationships, or personal growth—and work backward to map the steps that will get you there. This ensures focus and efficiency in pursuing your dreams. 4. Embrace Discomfort for Growth Chess Insight: Playing inefficient openings forces focus and develops a broad skill set. Life Wisdom: Seek out challenges that put you at a disadvantage. These uncomfortable experiences stretch your abilities, make you more adaptable, and help you develop resilience. Avoid the trap of sticking only to what you’re already good at. 5. Seek Feedback Relentlessly Chess Insight: Analyzing blunders is crucial; feedback makes perfect. Life Wisdom: Success isn’t about repetition; it’s about reflection. Actively seek feedback from others and analyze your mistakes without defensiveness. Every failure is an opportunity to refine your strategy and grow. 6. Adapt to Different Speeds of Life Chess Insight: Play with and without time pressure to develop different skills. Life Wisdom: Practice decision-making both in high-pressure situations and in periods of calm. Quick decisions teach efficiency and adaptability, while slower deliberation hones depth and thoroughness. Both are essential for a balanced and capable mind. 7. Invest in Long-Term Complexity Chess Insight: Knights require more mastery than bishops but yield greater brain gains over time. Life Wisdom: Don’t always choose the easiest path or the quickest payoff. Pursue complex challenges that require patience and deep effort—they offer richer rewards in terms of personal growth and mastery. 8. Surround Yourself with Real People Chess Insight: Engines at low levels are inconsistent and teach bad habits. Life Wisdom: Engage with real, complex human beings instead of relying too much on artificial or simplified feedback systems (e.g., algorithms, curated content). Authentic human interactions provide the unpredictability and richness that foster true learning and growth. 9. Challenge the Best, Even If You Lose Chess Insight: Grind your teeth against the chess engine at its highest level. Life Wisdom: Challenge yourself against the toughest opponents or situations, even when failure seems likely. Surviving and striving under intense pressure builds fortitude, creativity, and skills you wouldn’t otherwise develop. 10. Never Settle for “Good Enough” Chess Insight: If you’ve found a good move, find a better one. Life Wisdom: Resist complacency. Even when you achieve a goal or solve a problem, ask yourself, “What’s the next level?” Continuous improvement is the key to long-term success and fulfillment.

@Leo Gura It's cool to see you playing chess, especially fischers960! I like it more than classical chess, too. I have some qestions if you like What are your most holistic insights around chess as a metaphora for life? What's your goal behind it? Just having fun or developing more depth in thinkinh etc? What were the greatest chess-insights that enhanced your playing which could be transfered to other areas of life? I play around 2000 elo and some booster insights for my game and life in general were: - Take the same amount of time to think about the opponents move as your own. It seems that only you are more in control of your own pieces but actually that's an illusion, because with every move you make you change the value of every piece on the board and therefore control its meaningful options as well as your own. - Play the board equally often turned 180 degrees around. That's how you develop a feeling for the perspective of your oppenent. - To learn quickly, training tactics is ernormously helpful. Actually, if I had the challenge to succeed at chess from 0 to max I would take the same route as with labyrinths, start at the end. Meaning, start with 1 move until checkmate, then 2, 3 and so on. - Going for elo directly is stupid. I like playing strange and inefficient openings so I start with a slight disadvantage, which keeps me more focused and cautious the rest of the game. I develop a more broad skillset and don't fall into the trap to repeat what I already succeed at too often. - Analysing your game for blunders is so crucial! It's not "practice makes perfect" but "feedback makes perfect". - Play with time pressure as well as without. Both help to develop crucial skills, the advantage with time pressure is more efficient thinking (decision making) and by analysing blunders you get a better feeling for the disfunctional heuristics that will probably cripple your game in general. No time pressure is good for the in-depth-reasoning, but to be honest, here are the tactic tasks superior, because there is only one perfect solution so the feedback is much clearer, and you usually don't overthink but also don't underthink since you are more motivated to find the best move because you know it definitely exists. - Though oftentimes bishops are more powerful as knights, especially when both bishops are still present, the knight is a much more complex piece which needs more training to master, so for the brain gains and in long term it may be advantagoeous to trade bishops for knights. - Also play against real players. The problem with engines especially at low levels is, that they sometimes make extremely stupid moves. They don't play at a consistent level from a meta perspective. It sometimes seems as if they were forced to take the second best move even though the best move is completely obvious. Then they are quite strong again in artificial ways. - Play against the chess engine at the highest level possible. Grind your teeth against it! Make it a challenge to survive as long as possible. This develops another area of your skillset. Train as many areas of skills as possible, and find creative ways for it. - If you have found a good move, find a better one. In your games on the blog I wondered about some moves. I think it would be very beneficial for you to analyse blunders like these, but maybe you play just for fun - sorry if I add my two cents - Generally it's quite advanterous to (risk to) move the queen and especially rooks so early in the game, seems to be a thing you like but may cost you some moves and therefore speed and whites advantage. - Moving the same piece twice in the opening phase is some kind of unwritten no go. Of course there are lots of cases where it is very necessary but generally the order is something around > knights bishops queen rook, with pawn movements all around and castling of course, avoiding to move the same piece twice in the beginning. Exceptions like pushing pawns and attacking pieces which either gain space, speed or positional power are logical, but the rest is rather disadvantegous - I guess you aware of en passant but one time you overlooked the obvious. Tactic tasks can help a lot with using castling and en passant for some genius counterattacks for example. Your play from move 29 to 40 in your latest game were really spot on, enjoyed watching it! Thanks for sharing your games and the passion around it.