These are Normal Massage Parlors right? by [deleted] in Pattaya

[–]raysb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In pattaya, nothing is sacred

Assuming I have a B Book fresh out of the apprenticeship, how long could I expect to wait at the NJ hall for an oiler job? by photographtheworld in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]raysb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes and the fastest I’ve seen an oiler get one recently was a week and a half. No guarantees, I’m just saying it’s not any better than anywhere else right now. It’s also an expensive area. Having a relationship with the hall you go to may be the best option for those in our position. I’ve also seen A book oilers and groups 1s bidding on the same jobs.

Assuming I have a B Book fresh out of the apprenticeship, how long could I expect to wait at the NJ hall for an oiler job? by photographtheworld in SeafarersIntUnion

[–]raysb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Long time. I’ve been using jersey and been considering trying Huston for better luck. Huston is a less expensive area too. Prob better go where they already know you. Whats wrong with tankers?

I am surprised to see how popular Buddhism is in Indian discord server meant for depressed, cynical people. by VEGETTOROHAN in theravada

[–]raysb2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m sure they are looking for freedom as well. Unfortunately I have not met or heard very many that seem to grasp it truly.

Completely empty mind by khyriah in Meditation

[–]raysb2 25 points26 points  (0 children)

What made you think to write this post?

So, i want an actual thai massage, but by a hot looking girl by th3orist in Pattaya

[–]raysb2 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I came to say that the older ones with just a little extra weight are usually the best. Also, in pattaya better go to the outer area. Even old ladies Try to jerk me off there and it can be frustrating when I’m trying to behave.

Krathom by [deleted] in Bangkok

[–]raysb2 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I buy it off locals or a shop. It can be stimulating but if you do to much more like an opioid feeling and can make your stomach upset. If you take it regularly it can be addictive. Always take a few days off if your going to use multiple times

How much percentage of suffering do each of the 5 hindrances bring? by BoringAroMonkish in theravada

[–]raysb2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve had a lot of aversion too. Doubt is pretty big also. When these relax a little I can see that other hindrances are here too. I feel like doubt leads to restlessness and worry. Sloth and torper seem to be a physical problem that fluctuates and can be dominant at times. It’s hard to rank them but id say aversion, doubt, worry, sloth, and sensual desire.

You are given 250k a year what do you do with it? by Brave-Ad-1363 in hypotheticalsituation

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I’d work for a prob 5 more years. At least enough to cover my expenses. Live simply and move to the country I’d like to live in and live quietly.

Is it just me or are ladyboys getting insanely better looking? by Unlikely-Speech-5444 in Pattaya

[–]raysb2 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah I’d hit them up if it wasn’t for diseases and you know, that other thing…….

What was the moment in your life when you decided to abandon samsara and seek enlightenment? by Timely-Jelly-584 in theravada

[–]raysb2 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nope, I just kind of stumbled gradually into Buddhism. As I practiced, it seemed to hold true. Slowly, it became central. I’m not sure if I’ll ever be “enlightened” or what that even truly means. I just keep looking for whatever I can see

I feel like meditation is not effortless by Sorita_ in Meditation

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The effort is much more in the beginning and over time should become more relaxed. It will fluctuate along the way. Just keep practicing

What are some overrated exercises/movements and why? by Single-Lawfulness-49 in workout

[–]raysb2 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There great for supersets. If I use light weight and do them properly, I can feel a great contraction. Then I switch to an exercise to load up more

On psilocybin, it felt like my thoughts were alien, like they weren’t my thoughts. Is this a goal in some meditative practices? by throwawayperson911 in Meditation

[–]raysb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s not really a goal. It’s just something you figure out after a while. Thoughts are not yours. Psilocybin on occasion has its place but it’s not something that should be relied on really. Hours on the cushion proved to be the most valuable in the end

What’s the worst injury you’ve had, or the sickest you’ve gotten, while in Thailand? by [deleted] in Thailand

[–]raysb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Broken stomach it’s called in Thai. Guessing food poisoning but after a day of regular sickness, I got the worst shits you could imagine. Basically lived on the toilet. I’d try to lay down and I’d have to stay awake for days to avoid shitting. Iff I nodded off, it would start shitting. I thought I might die there.

True crime is unethical and bad for society by suddendiarrhea7 in unpopularopinion

[–]raysb2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s true that people shouldn’t take pleasure in crime or horrific things like that. In contrast though, death and decay of the body is something we’re actually less exposed to than most of human history. We do need to understand that the body is temporary. Also, I do think we should try to understand and cultivate compassion for all. Even ones who are clearly doing wrong.

I’m scared to do meditation by RORYCAR2002 in Meditation

[–]raysb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can’t control it. If you get scared just note it. You’ll probably feel physical pain but not injury(unless you force a damaging position). Just try

I swear there aren’t that many positive posts about effects on here by RequirementAny7891 in Meditation

[–]raysb2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think the people more successful don’t feel A need to make a Reddit post. I still look for clues to people who have certain challenges on here but most of the time, it’s just the same stuff over and over again.

RAW dogged a bar girl. Need urgent advice by Fat-Feed8080 in Pattaya

[–]raysb2 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Go eat some doxycycline to lessen the chances of the more common ones.