UnbornTao

Knowledge creates ignorance. One can become confident and arrogant in symbolism without actually knowing what something existentially is. Consider: You Life Others Emotions We live as if we know what these actually are. Our arrogance creates a wall of false confidence. Unless deliberately pursued, openness won't emerge naturally. Once we begin to question our certainty by way of contemplation, the possibility of true knowledge -- direct consciousness -- arises. But don't start making education a bad thing. This stance doesn't justify conventional ignorance. Learning is a joy at whatever level.

One at a time. Focus on one aspect. Develop a sort of impatient patience. It will take years to see the biggest results in that area. If you want a girlfriend, build a habit consistent with that goal. Go to social places and approach as many women as possible. Get to know them. Clarify what kind of woman you want to have a relationship with. Apply these. Choose one goal, decide a habit that is consistent with that, focus exclusively on implementing it, and keep at it. No "ideal" advice nor easy answers. It's difficult and takes hard work. Start with one thing and take action consistently and continuously. That's what I came up with.

@Michael Jackson @JoeVolcano Sorry but I'M wrong. No wait...

What would "conscious" marketing look like? Having an excellent product and presenting it accurately. Letting the product speak for itself as much as possible.

I don't own any Apple product. I've heard about those rumors but don't know about their legitimacy. They're a big corporation. Could be possible. But again, relative to products: their new MacBooks have received a lot of praise. Those ARM-based laptops have revolutionized the industry in terms of performance/efficiency. The M1 MacBook Air has a 9.5/10 score on The Verge. When you buy a product from a company like this, you know that it is a high-quality one. With a great product, then marketing is about creating interest so that others buy them. That was my point.

What do you mean? Existentially speaking then, moving a chair in order to sit on it is manipulation. A small subset? In which ways? Can you elaborate/clarify? The key difference seems to be that marketing involves manipulating others while pottery is about manipulating an object.

@jimwell I wouldn't call it deception and exploitation, unless they were in fact the case. Certainly one can use marketing deceptively and in order to "exploit." But again, I see it more as an euphemism for manipulation -- getting others to buy your service or product. What that entails is up for grabs. Apple, for example, offers great products using remarkable marketing strategies. Their products are generally represented honestly, too. On the other hand, some companies straight out lie or misrepresent their products or simply offer a mediocre one while selling you the cure to all your problems. So, you can manipulate in a straightforward way without necessarily "lying" by offering a great product or service, and getting others to notice it.

Marketing is basically an euphemism for manipulation. Not that that's "bad".

He's gonna explain in greater detail why drugs don't lead to enlightenment in his next newsletter.

Cult-ure.

Have you guys tried microdosing for dating? Imo, it's an intelligent alternative to alcohol if you're doing night game. Of course, considering context and environment.

It could be called an online spiritual organization. I know many will immediately be wary of these kinds of organizations. And that's good and necessary. But assuming sites of this nature are cults by default is misguided. Is Eckhart Tolle a cult leader? I'd say no.

@Razard86 Rational Wiki. There's an article there about Leo. If you want, check it out for fun.

Right? How much time does microdosing DMT last? Have you tried deliberately shifting your state?

Both approaches have their own benefits and drawbacks, of course. I'm glad I received formal education up until the age of 17. However, the school system is archaic; it feels like Windows 98. As the saying goes: "democracy is the worst form of government, except for all the others." In the same way, then: "the current educational system is the worst form of mass education there is, except for all the others." I'm all in for massive transformation of it. On the other hand, introverted and independent individuals like me still conserve their innate curiosity from childhood and passion for learning. Kindling that fire is key, even more so than rote memorization. For us, self-education is and will continue to be a treasure throughout our lifetimes. Following this approach is deeply inspiring and exhilarating since you get to be in the driver's seat. I very much resonate with Robinson's message and teaching style. School kills initiative and creativity for the most part but also gives a mediocre educational foundation for society, which is better than none.

I'd start calling them drugs/psychedelics in order to remain grounded and drop that natural vs synthetic preference. Synthetic is pure. Better not to take the toad which comes with many other extra crap you don't know about. It makes measuring the quantity of the actual chemical harder.

You may have overlooked in the video that he did acknowledged that the "toad juice" could be the closest technology we've got to catalyze enlightenment. When asked about relative stuff one can do to increase the likelihood of enlightenment, he admitted it. Increase the probability of enlightenment, not cause it. In the same way (but not with the same intensity) that a contemplation intensive, for example, makes enlightenment more likely to occur than just sitting around watching yt.

But as a direct consciousness now or as a memory? Do you know who and what you are? If so, are you going to attribute it to anything other than you?

You missed his point. What he thinks about it is also irrelevant, and not it.

You seem to be conflating consciousness with the decision to live a certain way.

Becoming “awake” involves seeing our confusion more clearly. -- Chogyam Trungpa. In order to gain clarity, the nature of the matter or activity at hand must be grasped. Without knowing what it really is, clarity can't emerge. Based on that, notice that you aren't conscious of the following: You Life Self Others Mind Emotions Existence Pretty significant. On a pragmatic note, knowing what you want requires self-awareness -- identifying your values, character and personality. To make good decisions, become conscious of what's true and clarify your desires. Let what's true dictate your behavior.

Let me reformulate that: Famous and wealthy: looks are secondary. Financially mediocre but funny, good in bed, socially valuable (charismatic, confident, lots of interesting friends): looks are secondary That was partly a joke. Anyone who wants to can seduce women. Playing the victim isn't necessary. Play with whatever you've got. It can also be improved and added upon.

Self-esteem, also survival.

Be willing to go through the withdrawal symptoms. Confront the cravings without acting them out. Try contemplating why they exist. Become deeply aware of the underlying motivation. Once you've grasped it, drop it. Hopefully, in theory, this is going to free you from that unwanted behavior. But you have to do it, not just think about it.