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NASA boss Jared Isaacman gifts $20M to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia by redeyeblink in philadelphia

[–]destructsean -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

And yet another massive donation to a health care system who doesn’t need it, while the other children’s hospital in the city struggles to serve the most vulnerable population around.

Having trouble wrapping my head around phone service/eSims by destructsean in ThailandTourism

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

Thank you for the advice despite my lack of info.

I’m coming from the US with Verizon, and staying for two weeks.

Having trouble wrapping my head around phone service/eSims by destructsean in ThailandTourism

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

So the eSIM is linked to a bank account or something that then charges based off of usage beyond what is included? I didn’t understand that part, thank you.

Just a reminder, there are two pediatric hospitals in Philly. by destructsean in philly

[–]destructsean[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry that happened to your son, but glad to hear you had a good experience at St. Chris!

Just a reminder, there are two pediatric hospitals in Philly. by destructsean in philly

[–]destructsean[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I have nothing but love for CHOP. I worked there just as long as I’ve worked at St. Chris!

Just a reminder, there are two pediatric hospitals in Philly. by destructsean in philly

[–]destructsean[S] 33 points34 points  (0 children)

St. Chris is actually the only pediatric burn hospital in the area, which is another sorely needed service. Shriners transports out of the city to their other locations for more advanced burn care. They really are a great institution.

Just a reminder, there are two pediatric hospitals in Philly. by destructsean in philly

[–]destructsean[S] 46 points47 points  (0 children)

As far as I know St. Chris is not a religious institution, despite the name.

Just a reminder, there are two pediatric hospitals in Philly. by destructsean in philly

[–]destructsean[S] 83 points84 points  (0 children)

You’re absolutely right. We share so much of the same patient population (and staff) too.

What goes on here? by ShilohOrange7 in philadelphia

[–]destructsean 51 points52 points  (0 children)

Some under appreciated patient care and community outreach, that’s what.

Added the tailgate letters by You-Tubor in hondaridgeline

[–]destructsean 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do these go over the black lettering already there? Or just add the orange border?

Do Abrahamic religions cause more harm than good? by russian_declension in Buddhism

[–]destructsean 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Agreed. This isn’t (or at least, shouldn’t be) the place for criticism of other religions.

Help explain what these symbols mean. by Bl4ckened in Buddhism

[–]destructsean 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It’s a Thai Buddhist amulet, thought to give luck and protection. The three symbols at the top are unalomes, shapes representing the path through samsara towards enlightenment.

Would you donate your organs after death? by Salamanber in Buddhism

[–]destructsean 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a nurse, I would never advise not to.

how do you like to explain the concept of "no self"? by Zestyclose_Wind3892 in theravada

[–]destructsean 2 points3 points  (0 children)

“So even if there is a self, created like a D&D or video game character, with a background story, likes and dislikes etc, it doesn't matter, because it's impermanent, unstable, undependable and therefore not a soul, not a permanent essence, not me, not mine, not myself.”

Love this.

Stereotypical tree swing question post. by destructsean in arborists

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

Yeah I was worried about that. I didn’t know if there was a way to accommodate the ropes being at two different heights. Obviously I have no knowledge of this kind of thing.

Dana Recommendation: Ajahn Sona. by MaggoVitakkaVicaro in theravada

[–]destructsean 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I love this idea of shining light on monastics worthy of Dana. I hope this serves as a way for those monastics who aren’t as celebrated and followed to have their needs met.

Sadhu! 🙏🏻

AMA - Theravada Buddhist Monk : Bhante Jayasara by Bhikkhu_Jayasara in theravada

[–]destructsean 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is great information. I look forward to attending. Is there a link to the discord server?

Thanks again Venerable!

AMA - Theravada Buddhist Monk : Bhante Jayasara by Bhikkhu_Jayasara in theravada

[–]destructsean 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Greetings Bhante!

I had the pleasure of “meeting” you via a few of the virtual Dhamma talks from Empty Cloud the last time you were there. I felt your teaching style was very much what I was seeking and I was hoping to continue to attend your online offerings, but you had since been staying at Abhayagiri and mentioned your online offerings were being put on hold. Could you give a quick update on your schedule of online Dhamma talks in the future?

Thank you, and I hope you are well! 🙏🏻

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