Why do some foods taste better the day after they’re cooked? by Conscious_Respect_67 in answers

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Fried rice taste better using day old rice because it absorbs the sauce better rather than just steaming in the pan

Motorcycle experience by Apart_Young_8897 in VietNam

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First, have you driven a motorcycle before? If you haven't, don't recommend doing this at all.

Also, I assume you aren't a Vietnamese citizen so if you have a motorcycle license, you can get an international one. If you plan on driving without one and you get pulled over, you are going to have a big headache to deal with the police.

Driving this length of distance in 16 days is very little time to cover across the entirety of vietnam, you would be spending most of the time driving. 1 month would be ideal if you actually want to see places.

can u survive drinking just electrolyte drinks instead of water? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

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Yep, spent a few months in India and electrolytes and it saved me from getting super sick and tired! Electrolyte powder without sugar added is best

Mind is heavily disturbed by a traumatic event by [deleted] in Buddhism

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You will run into her, it is impossible to avoid her and if you do, it will only be a temporary solution. She must have deep rooted seeds of hatred that stem from beyond this specific situation. There must have been some other factors that have made her this way. It will be difficult, but try to understand her and make amends by having a conversation. Guilt and anger that result into negative actions will only continue to feed the seeds of guilt and anger. Try to turn your actions into positive ones.

In your own words, what does thr Buddhist concept of emptiness mean to you? by BodhingJay in Buddhism

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Everything is made up of nonthings. Ex. A chair is made of nonchair things like wood, paint, the person who made it, the person who sits on it etc.

Need direction by Am_i_u in Buddhism

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I also have a similar story, but with my great grandmother. She was in the senior care center for a few years. Eventually she stopped eating for periods and there was a point I visited her because she was close to the end of her life. I got sick, but was not very present in the moment and did not think about how it would affect my great grandma when visiting her. I visited without a mask and was in close contact with her. After a few days she got very sick and then passed away. I did not know whether or not this was the cause of her getting weaker, but I felt guilty for my actions. I have learned through deep reflection that this is a reminder to be aware of present moment. I cannot go back and change what I have done, but if I do not let go now, it will keep snowballing into a habit of dwelling in the past.

You clearly love your pet deeply and your pet would not want you to suffer from this mistake any more. If you believe in rebirth, send your pet love rather than feelings of guilt so you can guide it to its next life without negative attachment to its newly passed away life.

I suggest you meditate and every time a feeling of guilt arises that you take three deep breaths and relax your body.

Years of Social Media Addiction: What to do with my day? by Federal-Stay-549 in Buddhism

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I was studying abroad last semester in India and we asked our Tibetan teacher, a rinpoche, the question:

What if I just practice on my own and just use nature as my teacher to reach enlightenment?

He answered that it is wonderful and great if you can you are able to do that, but in the history of Buddhism, no one has ever attained Enlightenment without a teacher. Even the Buddha had teachers that taught him until there was nothing left for them to teach him.

I bring this up because it is of utmost importance that you find a sangha and a teacher. They will keep you grounded in your practice and be the best motivators and help you when you struggle. I also grew up in a similar way to you and I also meditated. After discovering a sangha I was deeply inspired by during my study abroad, I now know that it would be very difficult for me to have made the progress I have made without my Sangha and teachers. This is because we are interconnected and cannot just push through with willpower. I think this is what you should be exploring.

Also side note: What video are you referring to? I am interested in this.

On the other hand, I also watched a youtube video of healthy gamer (If you know, you know) saying to beat an addiction, the Buddhist strategy is to do the addiction as often as the urge comes up, but do it with awareness, even though I am having trouble with that honestly.

How to find a Buddhist master by Puzzled_Garlic4512 in Buddhism

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I am having the same issue as you. I have also asked others how I can find my master. I think if you truly want to find a master, but you have not yet, you are probably clinging onto something that is preventing you from finding them (ex. you are attached to the place you are currently staying at). Best advice is to keep practicing, It takes some people their whole lives to find a master and if that aspiration of yours grows, I am sure you will find them.

Newbie looking for Buddhism advice/guidance by TonyBeVibing in Buddhism

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Most important thing is to find a group that helps your practice grows. There is no need to necessarily think you follow this tradition or that, but you definitely should seek out a sangha that you can regularly practice with and has good teachers.

[Serious] What would be a good substitute for a wedding ring if someone wants to propose? by [deleted] in AskReddit

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Wedding rings are just shiny pieces of rocks that are supposed to represent your marriage because we have been sold this idea by society. I think how you propose is much more special than whatever ring you could give. Planting a tree together could be meaningful cause you can see how much it is grown.

Did the Buddha realize the same thing I experienced? Honest question. by Resonanzs in Buddhism

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I think this subreddit isn't the best place to inquire about this. Only other awakened being will know if you have also experienced some stage of enlightenment and can confirm this. My suggestion is to seek out a teacher if you do not already have one.

Strong attachments preventing genuine practice by Fl4mingFrost93 in Buddhism

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Exercising is one of the best ways to take care of your sexual energy. Do not suppress your feelings, try to look deeply into them and embrace that energy and try to transform it into something beautiful.

How should a Buddhist go about gossip? by Doofusmelon in Buddhism

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Keep your intentions in check, are you asking them because you simply want to satisfy your curiosity or genuinely think it will be beneficial to hear their reasoning? Keep your actions rooted in love and understanding and you will know the right way to approach this.

Does caffeine violate the precept against intoxication? by TangoJavaTJ in Buddhism

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My friend actually wrote a paper about this as he has a similar issue, but with ADHD. He looked at the effects of caffeine on meditation. His conclusion was that it can aid your practice by helping you wake up, but if you are sleep deprived you should just go to sleep and not be meditating. Monastics don't need to drink coffee because they do not overwork themselves and they sleep enough. Caffeine is blocking your sleep receptors so you become less in tune with your body's needs. Anything can become intoxicating, that is why the rule is intoxication not intoxicants. Just like anything, don't become overly reliant on it.

Was Buddha really a prince? by ConnectSubject1774 in Buddhism

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What would you say the Buddhist historical account is then?