Playing with Perspectives

[UnbornTao]

One thing is what you "say" (think, believe, intellectualize, speak about), and another is what you actually experience, live as, and do. Notice the discrepancies between these two.

Edited January 26 by UnbornTao

[UnbornTao]

Deep insight requires that you let go of your current knowledge.

[UnbornTao]

Holding no possibility that your experience should be any different from what it is now provides a deep sense of presence and vitality. It allows for complete engagement because the present moment is embraced rather than resisted, even if subtly.

Conversely, believing that your experience should be some other way than it is now creates friction, which tends to increase the likelihood of suffering since, by definition, a desired experience isn't presently occurring for you. In this way, your relationship with the present moment is one of lack.

Edited January 26 by UnbornTao

[UnbornTao]

What does it take to become conscious of the true nature of something, i.e self, other, life, emotions?

It just so happens that insight must be experientially generated by you. If you don't personally and directly experience what something is as itself, then you don't know what's true relative to the subject matter being discussed; no amount of concept, knowledge, belief, and conviction will change that condition in the least. This is the principle of genuine personal experience. 

Edited February 4 by UnbornTao

[UnbornTao]

 

ADHD brain-mode at night.

Edited September 18, 2024 by UnbornTao

[UnbornTao]

What does it take to grasp a communication?

[UnbornTao]

Impressionist paintings by GPT:

 

 

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[Rishabh R]

@UnbornTao I could suggest that you could read the book Tao Te Ching which I have on Amazon Kindle as your name contains Tao . Great dude.

[UnbornTao]

6 hours ago, Rishabh R said:

@UnbornTao I could suggest that you could read the book Tao Te Ching which I have on Amazon Kindle as your name contains Tao . Great dude.

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

Edited September 19, 2024 by UnbornTao

[UnbornTao]

Renaissance-style painting:

 

An impressionist version: 

[UnbornTao]

5 hours ago, UnbornTao said:

Renaissance-style painting:

 

An impressionist version: 

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.

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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.

[UnbornTao]

An ogre in his swamp (impressionist):

 

Edited September 22, 2024 by UnbornTao

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[UnbornTao]

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If we will see things truly, they are strangers to goodness, truth and everything that tolerates any distinction, be it in a thought or in a name, in a notion or just a shadow of distinction. They are intimates of the One that is bare of any kind of multiplicity and distinction

―Meister Eckhart

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God is at home; it is we who have gone out for a walk

―Meister Eckhart

Edited October 14, 2024 by UnbornTao

[UnbornTao]

Thanks, DALLE

[Spiritual Warfare]

I love this thread. It has much creativity and wisdom at the same time. This feels stronger than God's unconditional love.

[UnbornTao]

@Spiritual Warfare Thank you

[UnbornTao]

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In order for communication to occur, we must first truly listen—that is, hear, understand, and experience what another person is getting across.

What contributes to, and hinders, this process?

That said, listen to those whom you deem sincere. After you have gotten a sense of what they are alluding to, you can begin to assess whether they are communicating a real or functional experience, or rather intent to manipulate, disseminate opinions, pass on beliefs, and so on.

Edited January 26 by UnbornTao

[UnbornTao]

We respect the uncompromising quality of "objective" reality. 

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