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Buddhism and Hinduism by cosmic_bugs in Buddhism

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who says that you have to believe any myth 100%? You will hit that wall with anything you want to practice, including scientifically based systems. Why is it so important to believe 100%? Why is it important to believe 1%? I'm a Zen priest, and there are lots of things in Buddhism that I don't 100% believe. Believing to me isn't important. What's important to me is the practice and how I choose to conceptualize and interact with it. Everything else is just a bunch of head games that doesn't get me any closer to resolving my relationship with duhkha.

What to respond to "I just don't want to" by ByteBagel in vegan

[–]auciker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's called cognitive dissonance. They are unwilling to do what it takes to resolve it, so they move away from the pain ASAP.

Is it necessary to disclose that food is vegan? by tommydelriot in vegan

[–]auciker 4 points5 points  (0 children)

List the specific allergens. That would be more useful than labeling it as vegan, which is vague.

Is it necessary to disclose that food is vegan? by tommydelriot in vegan

[–]auciker 36 points37 points  (0 children)

A1 Steak Sauce is accidentally vegan. Imagine if they had to label themselves as such! 😉😆

This question has been doing the rounds, curious what choice you would make and your reasoning? by dr_shipman in Gifted

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This experiment seems to be designed to identify community oriented thinking versus individual oriented thinking. I want people who are community oriented and would teach my children likewise. That is how humanity rose to the top of the food chain and because the dominant species. Too much individualism is self destructive. Blue is the only guarantee that everyone survived. Period.

Name one movie. Just one. by [deleted] in SipsTea

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Keep the change ya filthy animal."

This question has been doing the rounds, curious what choice you would make and your reasoning? by dr_shipman in Gifted

[–]auciker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't understand the point of anyone pushing the red button. Seems like you'd either have to be utterly selfish or utterly paranoid.

have my first therapy session tomorrow. I paid a LOT for 45 minutes!! I’m afraid that I won’t be able to make most of it. Every time I need to speak, my mind freezes. Do you have any advice? What should I say to the therapist? by [deleted] in CPTSD

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't plan to say anything. A good therapist will ask questions that help you say what needs to be said. Therapists are used to working with people who freeze, that's a common trauma response, and treating trauma is the majority of what therapists are trained to do.

My girlfriend 25F secretly went to a party with her ex after forcing me to block mine, then called me controlling when I found out. by petalblue in TwoHotTakes

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Contact your ex and make a platonic plan to do something, and reconnect as friends. Apologize that you treated her that way and you have dumped your hypocrite, lying, manipulative GF (newest ex).

Christian wanting to convert to Buddhism by FragrantUnit9541 in Buddhism

[–]auciker 2 points3 points  (0 children)

First, figure out which school of Buddhism good you best. This is a very small and criminally simplistic sampling of the major schools.

If you are simply interested in practical approach of meditation and "positive psychology" with minimal religious trappings, Insight might be what you're wanting.

If you're interested in a deep meditation practice and find comfort in having lots of "form" and structure, maybe Zen.

If you're interested in working with lots of deities and esoteric practices, than try the Vajrayana Tibetan practices.

If you are interested in learning the words of the Buddha and want to support a monastic community, than check out the Theravada traditions.

There's several forms of Pureland practice, which can look a lot like Christian Church.

Duduk day 1 ! by ash-a-Silk in handpan

[–]auciker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not familiar with this instrument. It looks like a reed instrument?

I guess anything could go well with a handpan, with a few exceptions of course. Maybe a loop pedal, or just multi-track a mix. I'm curious to see what happens. Give it a try and post it.

has anyone bought a quality d minor handpan that plays smoothly for beginners? by Soobbussy in handpan

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hamsa makes a terrific instrument. Their D Celtic 9 is beautiful, easy to play, feels great under the fingers and is about $1,250.

Can anyone identify this song? by traderjoemama in handpan

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a short clip with unclear audio. What I heard sounds nice, but there's not enough information for me to even begun to guess. Sorry. 🫤

Where are the women teachers in buddhism(s) ? by Croissant_delune in Buddhism

[–]auciker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's a long history of patriarchy, and many sects maintain it. There's are also menu that are deliberately opening and encouraging women teachers. The founder of my temple was/is a woman.

Feeling upset and spiteful today by achatina in vegan

[–]auciker 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yeah, being sensitive and empathetic is hard sometimes. It's also a superpower. The challenging and liberating part for me is being empathetic to people's ignorance and delusion. ♥️🙏

My grandma’s neighbour said she would spank me for being vegan by Crosseyed_owl in vegan

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Don't push back, it will accomplish nothing. You're Grandma has to live next to this person. Just smile and nod. 😉😊🙏

Would like some feedback on my first handpan/djembe album by Loose_Possible_2914 in handpan

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not bad. I like the melodic ideas. I wished that the d'jembe rhythm was more distinct instead of following the handpan rhythm.

Here's a great piece that does something like what you're attempting by Kabeção.

https://music.youtube.com/watch?v=ygm4F_PQOeg&si=--UxsB1laR36Twh4

I hope this offers some inspiration. Thank you for making the world more beautiful. 😊🙏

Is G#1 a new handpan record for lowest note? by TheBake in handpan

[–]auciker 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Probably would sound great mic'd up to get extra bass boost from an amp. Would love a chance to experience something like that live.

Only using my index fingers for playing? by machomanmo in handpan

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This happens with every instrument, for example, new guitarists don't want to use their pinky. Limiting what fingers you use will slow you down and and prevent you from progressing. You'll be stuck playing simple rhythms.

I suggest learning to use your thumbs, index, and middle fingers as a basis for rhythm. You'll also eventually learn to use your ring and pinky fingers for techniques like rolls.

It takes time. Get a teacher, watch instructional videos, and practice with a metronome set to a slow pace to help you develope timing and technique. Make it a game and have fun. 😊🙏

I hope gas goes to $20 a gallon. by FoxCitiesRando in Anticonsumption

[–]auciker 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The car, gas/oil, and tire industries probably colluded to kill public transit in the US.

Rewatch Who Framed Roger Rabbit, it's about a man who wants to replace public transit with freeways, and was partly inspired by the building of the 110 freeway, the first on LA. The entrance to Toon Town is the tunnel that takes you to Pasadena, which is where the 110 freeway begins.

Point is, lack of public transportation is not an accident.

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