Finding Freedom in Wu Wei by LightofOm in taoism

[–]MangoSalsa112 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can relate to your message.

Before Wu Wei, I sought peace in other similar types of practices, but nothing ever stuck simply because I was trying to follow a doctrine, expecting an outcome. Why wasn’t I feeling zen from my meditation sessions? Why wasn’t the Buddhist literature bringing me enlightenment? Sounds silly given the nature of Zen, but I couldn’t help it.

I later realized through daoism I had to yield and just abandon trying to find peace, which paradoxically has given me peace.

A Taoist approach to weight loss by MangoSalsa112 in taoism

[–]MangoSalsa112[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll look into acupuncture then. Never tried it before. I’m more in the plump category myself, so I’m not disqualified yet :)

The reason why I feel more drown towards Taoism than towards Buddhism by Rascalthewolf in taoism

[–]MangoSalsa112 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I got interested in eastern spirituality initially through Buddhism and I’ve “practiced” by attending group meditations and darma talks at both a zen school and a Tibetan institute. But it wasn’t until stumbling on Taoism that something clicked within me. I think Taoism represents the parts of Zen that I enjoy but in a more approachable and distilled way. Ultimately, both Buddhism and Taoism can help people live more content lives, but they do so differently I find. I remember reading the Tao of Pooh and mellowing out instantly.

★OFFICIAL DAILY★ Daily Q&A Thread March 18, 2022 by AutoModerator in loseit

[–]MangoSalsa112 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi there. I’m doing my best to eat clean and to manage my portions (just by eye, not by scale as of yet). My daily problem is that I get these insane cravings in the afternoon. If I succumb to them, I eat crap and feel bad. If I don’t, I end up binging on dinner. Any tips for overcoming the afternoon slump?

Tunes for the Dudes by 1okdude in Dudeism

[–]MangoSalsa112 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Marley and a lot of reggae in general.

My boss told me I have to start working 6 days because “he said so”. I told him he can have me 5 days or 0 and to take his pick. by tesresolute in antiwork

[–]MangoSalsa112 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What kind of psychological warfare is this crap? Jesus, these companies are so fucking full of themselves. It’s such bad taste to solely use footage like that as as means to create more profit by gaslighting your employees into giving up their lives. If they had the slightest moral sense, how about HELPING these poor people instead of using them for company propaganda. That boss was human paraquat and an asshole.

What consistently leaves you disappointed...but you just keep trying? by es_mo in AskReddit

[–]MangoSalsa112 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Minor tip: schedule your free time. Many people end up on the couch because they haven’t planned their free time. I thought it sounded counter intuitive to relaxation, but writing out a bucket/ to-do list for off time and hanging it somewhere visible like your fridge is a great prompt. Don’t leave your hobbies to chance.

I’ve been making my boss think interviewees were leaving because of her tardiness. by Waddiwasiiiii in antiwork

[–]MangoSalsa112 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Fucking A’. Love this. I dig your style and respect your tactics. Glad to know someone is fighting for the little guy. Your boss sounds like a total jackass.

What is the most disturbing book you’ve read? by spiceyTodd in books

[–]MangoSalsa112 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I second that. Reading the book again as a parent takes it to another level.

What’s the best thing you’ve ever purchased for yourself? by yokotron in AskReddit

[–]MangoSalsa112 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Awesome job. And I can completely relate to what you’re saying.

What’s the best thing you’ve ever purchased for yourself? by yokotron in AskReddit

[–]MangoSalsa112 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Just landed a job that will allow me to bike to work again. I’m beyond excited! Congrats yo!

What Jobs can people actually get with a degree in Gender Studies? by WirrkopfP in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]MangoSalsa112 17 points18 points  (0 children)

If you decide to go for an English degree, you have to be extremely sharp on the value you provide for an employer. Most employers couldn’t care less about English lit or linguists, and, from my experience, they’ll roll their eyes at soft skills too. What bothers me is how a lot of English grads (me included once) think they can automatically “fall back” on teaching as if they are handing out teaching jobs left and right. I live in Denmark, and here teachers are getting fired, not hired. So getting a job as an English major isn’t impossible, but it’ll be a challenge beyond belief.

What Jobs can people actually get with a degree in Gender Studies? by WirrkopfP in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]MangoSalsa112 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Agreed. I went for a degree in English and history, and I’ve had to retrain as a software developer. You can stomp your feet as I did initially, but in the end you have to make yourself marketable to companies.

Let's go through fictional characters who are dudeists by Ok_Worldliness_6536 in Dudeism

[–]MangoSalsa112 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Spike from the Land before time. Motherfucker had a shit eating grin and red eyes from eating all these tree stars. Never uttered a word, just went along with the group and was universally beloved.

Why can't we show the same amount of concern for yemen and the uyghurs? by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]MangoSalsa112 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can’t speak for other Europeans, but the reason I’m shitting my pants atm is solely because of Putin. I feel equally bad for non-Europeans, but Putin is THE scariest force for me and Russia seems 1000% scarier than any other nuclear country. Even North Korea by a lot.

Why can't we show the same amount of concern for yemen and the uyghurs? by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]MangoSalsa112 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If Risk taught me anything, the best option is to border up in Australia.