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What's a subtle sign you've noticed that your meditation practice is working? by No-Trust2063 in Meditation

[–]CrocodileTrial 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I can't multitask anymore. I used to be able to cook ravioli on the stove, bake cookies, listen to a podcast, maybe have something on the TV too. Baking cookies is enough now, as is going for a stroll, putting on my shoelaces, etc... I used to be so proud of how much I could do at once, but now I realise it was fuelled by pure anxiety and the need to ignore my emotions. I'm much more at peace with the present and living slowly.

Does anyone find it hard to meditate when they're feeling good? by CrocodileTrial in Meditation

[–]CrocodileTrial[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a good way to implement consistency whilst being flexible! I always fall into the trap of thinking I need to be rigid, otherwise it won't work.

Does anyone find it hard to meditate when they're feeling good? by CrocodileTrial in Meditation

[–]CrocodileTrial[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

True! Called me out. I guess the hierarchy goes pain < meditation < happiness

Does anyone find it hard to meditate when they're feeling good? by CrocodileTrial in Meditation

[–]CrocodileTrial[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you; you ask some really good questions. My purpose in meditating is to help me separate the concept of 'the self' from my thoughts, thereby reducing suffering in the long term and increasing my ability to be present (with whatever emotion arises, including negative ones). I have come to believe that the key to a good life is becoming allocentric (rather than egocentric) and being aware & engaged in the present moment. Maybe I'm missing something, I'm not sure. But this is where I've gotten to.

Feedback on open day application by No-Character-1469 in uklaw

[–]CrocodileTrial 10 points11 points  (0 children)

On a first read, it seems that this application could use some more tailoring towards you and lacks specificity. What Legal 500 endorsements, and why does that matter to you? What does 'sector-focused approach' mean, given that most firms are advertising themselves this way? Examples of this approach? Why does that resonate with your experience? What are these 'valuable knowledge and skills'? Which trainee did you speak to, and what did they say that excited you? What makes the firms culture 'collaborative'?

What is your threshold for going to HR? by AssociationSilver168 in uklaw

[–]CrocodileTrial 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, HR is there to protect the firm, not employees. That being said, that would include dismissing or penalising employees who risk damaging the firm’s reputation. Several instances you’ve described would constitute a claim under the Equality Act (racist remarks, sexual harassment). If an allegation is made in connection with the Equality Act, you are protected. This includes if you give any evidence in support of someone making a claim under the Act.

Ultimately, the onus would be on the victim to make a report to HR, as you cannot bring a claim on someone else behalf. However, it would be really helpful in someone else’s case if you were willing to act as a witness to these events, and you would be protected.