UnbornTao

Wishful thinking. This is one of the traps of one's mind being held captive (maybe hyperbole) by models.

Is it confirmed to be a phone? I've heard "hardware."

I think it is needed if you want the book to be widely read. In any case, putting it out there as a side project is also a positive thing personally.

Add Perplexity to the list + GPT and Claude.

Educate yourself on marketing, selling, etc. Keep it up.

"Have you heard of our lord and savior Gotama?"

What is anxiety? We can see that fear underlies it, it is a form of fear, which itself can only exist in relation to the future. In what ways are we resisting our experience such that anxiety can occur? Why are we producing it, what do we get out of it? What are we anticipating might happen that we are not willing to experience (getting hurt, being laughed at, being humiliated or betrayed, etc)? If it were fully embraced as it is, that would eliminate anxiety. Similarly, if we didn't conceive of a future as a possibility, anxiety could not arise. Sounds simple in theory, yet our challenge lies in actually being able to do this experiential shift rather than just thinking about it.

Not entirely relevant here, but I've been paying attention to the fact that, at a deep level, we are fundamentally afraid of "others." Even if subtly, it is a constant background sense that determines our interactions. This sense is so prevalent that it is difficult to notice.

Truth Social, hah.

Our Homers are not communists!

Not sure what this means, you make the conclusions.

An ogre in his swamp (impressionist):

@bambi @Sandhu stop it already.

Try green tea or coffee, if you like.

It's a reference to Nasruddin's story: "How are you? Perfect, thank you. I’m traveling incognito. Oh? As what are you disguised? I am disguised as myself. Don’t be silly. That’s no disguise. That’s what you are. On the contrary, it must be a very good disguise, for I see it has fooled you completely."

Meditations seems to be more practical while the Tao more existential.

Actually, your self.

If there's nobody there, who are you disguised as? A lame koan.

Nooo Eugenio! (the cat)

Different characteristics between those two styles by GPT: Renaissance-Style Painting: 1. Chiaroscuro Technique: This technique involves the use of strong contrasts between light and dark to give the illusion of volume in modeling three-dimensional objects and figures. 2. Detailed and Realistic: Renaissance art is known for its attention to detail and realistic representation of subjects. The Mars rover in this style is depicted with intricate designs and textures. 3. Warm Color Palette: The use of deep reds, golden hues, and rich browns creates a warm, inviting atmosphere. 4. Heroic and Formal Composition: The subject, in this case, the Mars rover, is positioned in a noble and heroic manner, similar to portraits of explorers or knights. 5. Perspective and Depth: Renaissance paintings often have a strong sense of depth and perspective, making the scene look three-dimensional. --- Impressionist-Style Painting: 1. Vibrant Brush Strokes: Impressionist paintings use short, quick brush strokes to capture the essence and movement of the scene rather than focusing on fine details. 2. Light and Airy Atmosphere: The overall mood is lighter and more ephemeral, with an emphasis on how light affects the colors and forms. 3. Blend of Warm and Cool Tones: The Martian landscape is depicted with a mix of warm and cool tones, creating a softer and more varied color palette. 4. Sense of Movement: The rover is portrayed with a sense of motion, making the scene feel dynamic and alive. 5. Dreamlike Quality: Impressionist paintings often have a serene and dreamlike quality, emphasizing the impression of the scene rather than a precise depiction. These differences reflect the distinct artistic philosophies and techniques of the two movements, with the Renaissance focusing on detailed realism and formal composition, while Impressionism captures fleeting moments and the play of light and color.

Renaissance-style painting: An impressionist version:

I've read it and it definitely is one of those books that need to be reread and contemplated multiple times.

Glad I could help.