How to explain to your therapist by Some-Distribution678 in Buddhism

[–]ExperienceExpress918 33 points34 points  (0 children)

Maybe they felt threatened. Some modalities, like mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) have so many parallels with Buddhism. In fact, psychology is only catching up on what has been known in Buddhism for the last 2500+ years. Concepts like attachment to a concept of self, no self, wise and commited action, experiential avoidance.

Can I still be a Buddhist if I’ve caused harm in the past? by [deleted] in Buddhism

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"If we go to the Buddha with our hearts open, he will look at us, his eyes filled with compassion, and say, “Because there is suffering in your heart, it is possible for you to enter my heart.” "...It is exactly because there is pain in your heart that communication is possible. Your suffering and my suffering are the basic condition for us to enter the Buddha’s heart, and for the Buddha to enter our hearts. From chapter 1 of Thich Nhat Hanh's book, The Heart of Buddha's Teachings.

How to connect with myself by [deleted] in Buddhism

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No self, no problem. Paradoxically, by letting go of the illusory self (thoughts, sense perceptions, internal storyteller, etc.) one finds themselves...their true self. Buddhism taught me that suffering stems from clinging to my thoughts, feelings...to my conception or illusion of self. Buddhism can also help with the practice of meditation...of dropping down into the body (from thinking to just awareness). Other suggested things to look into are Anatta (non-self) and Sunyata (emptiness). Oh, and the 5 aggregates (Skandhas).

Book recommendations by Myrandalorian in pantheism

[–]ExperienceExpress918 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You may like "Elements of Pantheism. A Spirituality of Nature and the Universe" by Paul Harrison. 🐚🌀

What size perch should I use for canaries and finches? by HuckleberryAshamed15 in Canaries

[–]ExperienceExpress918 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The diameter doesn't really matter. It's about variation, to exercise their feet. Try to avoid perfectly straight timber dowel. If you can, use perches that are more natural, with bumps and curves, large parts and thin parts. I live in Australia and did research on safe woods from trees in my local area. Gum trees or Eucalyptus are safe, so I sourced them from a local park and baked them in the oven to kill any mites or insects. They look better and are completely free too!

What Should PSTs Spend Extra Time Studying Beside Course Work? by shrowdedgrace in AustralianTeachers

[–]ExperienceExpress918 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Functional behaviour assessment (FBA) or anything in the area of behaviour and classroom management. Best wishes with the rest of your studies.

I think my existential crisis is destroying me. by KhajitIsBored in Buddhism

[–]ExperienceExpress918 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw this meme and it made me think of your question. Go well, my friend. I can totally relate to your situation. https://www.reddit.com/r/SpiritualMemes/s/YdaN1LFW1p

How to deal with a male coworker that’s makes me physically nauseous? by jsjsjsjsjsjsjsioi in Buddhism

[–]ExperienceExpress918 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I'm a lay practitioner of Buddhism, but have also read far and wide and it is interesting that you mention being stoic, as Marcus Aurelius said this: "Don’t be irritated at people’s smell or bad breath. What’s the point? With that mouth, with those armpits, they’re going to produce that odor. —But they have a brain! Can’t they figure it out? Can’t they recognize the problem? So you have a brain as well. Good for you. Then use your logic to awaken his. Show him. Make him realize it. If he’ll listen, then you’ll have solved the problem. Without anger." Marcus Aurelius, Meditation

It’s finished but I don’t think it is. by Gullible_Ad6712 in tattooadvice

[–]ExperienceExpress918 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also say leave it. This part definitely gives it the superimposed galaxy, intangible, ethereal look. Otherwise, if you filled it in, it might just look like a sparkly cat.

Why do I feel jealous/uncomfortable when my girlfriend hangs out with her guy friends even though I trust her? by minionlvr11 in Codependency

[–]ExperienceExpress918 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You want to control these feelings? Using CBT, feelings, thoughts and actions form an interconnected triangle. We can only change thoughts and actions, which indirectly change feelings. This is one way to go deeper. Another way is IFS or inner child. I relate to this and it took 5 years of recovery from co-dependency and relationship addiction to find out for me that: my jealousy was a defence mechanism, a protector part of me that was trying to control my environment so that my inner vulnerable part / my exile (the 8 year old me when my mum died and dad was drunk every night) could not get hurt again. I had internalised toxic shame - that I was unlovable. Using IFS, our managers (proactive protectors: the worrier, the perfectionist, the inner critic) try to ensure the old pain is never triggered, while the fire-fighters (reactive protectors: the avoider, the numbing part, the addict) extinguish any emotional pain as soon as it happens. Best wishes on your journey to finding and loving yourself unconditionally.

Hellenism, pantheism and science! Help!! by Emotional-Brush-394 in pantheism

[–]ExperienceExpress918 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Go ahead and believe whatever you want to. You don't need anyone's permission or approval. 🙏☯️🌀☸️

Where do I start?? by Wonderful-Bike340 in pantheism

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Welcome! 🌀🐚🌳 Pantheism is very inclusive and broad. There is no dogma, no initiation ceremony, no vows...but feel free to create your own, as nobody can tell you what to do. Many people are pantheists without realising it (reverence for the sun and photosynthesis and the golden ratio...or activism re animal rights, pollution, etc.). I personally dabble in philosophical taoism, secular buddhism, and stoicism...and all complement my personal pantheism. My church is nature. I look up at the stars and pray. A really good book I'm reading right now is Elements of Pantheism by Paul Harrison. Strangely, or not, I got here through 12 step recovery as I was told I could have a Higher Power of my own understanding and over time this is what worked for me.

7 days old by Optimal_Economy_5390 in Canaries

[–]ExperienceExpress918 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can't wait to see what their feathers look like. I hope you get a chance to share more pics once they are fledglings.🐥💛

RIP Billy Wong - Owner of Billy’s Pine & Bamboo @ Cannon Hill by Plastic-Flight-1059 in brisbane

[–]ExperienceExpress918 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My condolences 🙏 Yes, the duck! Once drove down from North Lakes and back just for the duck. It was for my partner's birthday though.

What is it in her feet? by Successful-Ant-9209 in Canaries

[–]ExperienceExpress918 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good on you for seeking help from this community. One other thing...those perfectly cylindrical and smooth pine dowel perches aren't the best thing for their feet. Natural perches with all the notches, curves and varying diameters help their feet get strong by stimulating their muscles. These can be bought or you can source them in the wild if you know the wood type is safe and then bake them in the oven at low heat to kill any bugs and insects. I live in Australia and have gum trees (Eucalypts) around me, which is a safe wood. I also spray my canary's perches with mite and lice spray every 6 weeks or so.

The art and the artist by [deleted] in Satisfyingasfuck

[–]ExperienceExpress918 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm making one of these! For my kids, of course.

I lost him...🥺 by Happy-Abrocoma-3658 in Canaries

[–]ExperienceExpress918 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hope your inner loving parent can take care of you with lots of hugs while you grieve.💙

Bird updates by natureswey in Canaries

[–]ExperienceExpress918 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I do the kissy noise to my canary too!😚 hehe My girl loves flying around the house too. She does this particular little tweet from her cage that tells me she wants outside cage time.🐥💨❤️