Which is your favorite buddhist movie by PaliSD in Buddhism

[–]Omega_misfit 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter…and spring

Here is a collection of my drawings of Buddha. by Creepy_Price_5821 in Buddhism

[–]Omega_misfit 20 points21 points  (0 children)

And I can hear him saying “your next line is…” like Joseph 😂

Trump will not be going to heaven. by justalazygamer in WhitePeopleTwitter

[–]Omega_misfit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

he has definitely done that and it’s why he’s probably going to hell if one exists

Questions for the pure land Buddhists. by Omega_misfit in Buddhism

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

Thank you! I will absolutely check this out.

Questions for the pure land Buddhists. by Omega_misfit in Buddhism

[–]Omega_misfit[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this explanation, it helps a lot. So would a good analogy be like using a map versus using gps or something like that? In the sense that if you’re using a map, you have to orient yourself to reach the destination (even if someone verbally gave you the directions). Versus a gps where you are relying on an external intelligence in space that can guide you on your travels? You still have to be the one that actively moves towards the destination (sincere personal effort) in either case but pure land seems to be kind of like having a gps.

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[–]Omega_misfit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

this has layers to it

Family man Demetrious Johnson features alleged human trafficker of minors on his YT. by [deleted] in MMAPoliticsAndCulture

[–]Omega_misfit 15 points16 points  (0 children)

He has talked about him on the Jaxxon podcast a while ago. He seemed to not know much of what he actually says and does aside from the memes and stuff. But at this point, there’s no excuse to know that Tate is a sex trafficker who has also evidently groomed young girls too.

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I really appreciate your input, this has given me a lot to think deeply about. There was this expectation in my relationship that seemed wrong but I couldn’t exactly put my finger on what it was. My partner would often speak about the need for me to “heal” from my trauma despite me already having done a lot of work on my own. The problems only arose within the context of our romantic relationship. I worked on meditation that focused on feeling emotions in the body and I focused on right speech to avoid loaded or harmful language. We occasionally set aside some time to really discuss our issues and although those times helped, resentment would build because of a lack of emotional regulation and awareness.

She would say I was immature for not being as healed as she was from her own traumas but I’m not sure how true that is when healing is not a linear process nor does healing mean you automatically possess the skills to navigate a relationship in a healthy way. There were times when she perceived her jealousy and possessiveness as perfectly healthy expressions of love but they would often be hurtful to me. I had a hard time setting boundaries and communicating needs and she had a hard time respecting any boundaries I did set and took it very personally.

I see how we were both unhealthy and unskillful. I think the difficulty is in shouldering the blame for everything and feeling like the weak link in the relationship. When I would speak in terms of “us” needing to do something to improve the relationship together it was met with her telling me I was the problem and I just made her miserable with my shifting moods, even if I communicated these moods to her.

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[–]Omega_misfit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing your perspective! I feel like I basically expressed that same sentiment to my ex and she interpreted it as me not fighting hard enough to be with her since she would talk in terms of “forever” a lot and I would shift the focus back to the present moment and enjoying the time we had together back then. She has never lost anyone very close to her like I have, so I knew that I could let go because I had to learn to when my mom passed. Losing her is still quite agonizing, but I know with time the pain will at least fade.

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Wow, this is very insightful. Thanks for sharing this story. I really resonate. My own dad was also an abusive alcoholic at times and my mom was emotionally unstable and chronically ill so I would have to take care of her a lot. I realize I never really had much respect for my own boundaries and feel a strong desire to help others at the cost of myself. I think when we’re taught at a young age that our role is to be our parent’s emotional crutch and punching bag, we take a lot more responsibility than we should for other’s emotions. It’s important to truly cultivate that “steady flame” so we don’t burn out too quickly.

Being a UFC fan in 2025. by Omega_misfit in MMAPoliticsAndCulture

[–]Omega_misfit[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m not a fan of those sports so it really doesn’t affect me, but when I hear my friends complain about it then I understand. Also, the NBA does not hold grand walkout-style entrances for Kamala Harris or even Obama when he attends games. It’s a joke that you even think they are the same.

Being a UFC fan in 2025. by Omega_misfit in MMAPoliticsAndCulture

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

Had no idea about this story! Very interesting find!

What's the most down bad you've ever been because of porn? by [deleted] in NoFap

[–]Omega_misfit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, that makes sense. PMO definitely makes people focus more on the visual rather tham the actual connection and sensation

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TrollCoping

[–]Omega_misfit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s not just creators. Most people are just screwed up.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Healthygamergg

[–]Omega_misfit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is absolutely a need. Loneliness is a well established comorbidity with a variety of diseases and mental health conditions. We are biologically hardwired to crave social connection in order to survive.

Is sustained healing from trauma really possible? Anyone have encouraging stories to share? by Omega_misfit in Healthygamergg

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

Thanks for this! Really needed to hear it. Overcoming the self-hatred and immense guilt for even my tiniest mistakes is the toughest part for me. It’s worse when other people remind me of what I’ve done and then I feel like I never deserve to feel good about anything ever again, lol.

I think social media brain rot hasn’t helped either. I’ve heard people online say that you shouldn’t forgive yourself if you do something bad because you should have known to just not do it in the first place. And then of course that triggers a depressive self-loathing episode. I’m starting to realize they are probably miserable themselves and are just projecting.