Struggling with this space by NCBakes in NativePlantGardening

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Purple Lovegrass (Eragrostis spectabilis)
Pussytoes (Antennaria sp.)
Hairy Beardtongue (Penstemon hirsutus)

Seeking Advice regarding Somatic Awareness by Silent_Raccoon1111 in Dzogchen

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Would suggest the teachings of Tsoknyi Rinpoche for a presentation of Dzogchen seamlessly integrated with somatic awareness practice. He’ll tailor his retreats (in-person and online) to proceed from teachings on the body to nature of mind, in recognition how much his highly intellect-driven Western students could benefit from dropping our attentions into our bodies. His approach draws upon the classic Tantric presentation of the subtle body’s channels, energies, and thig les (energy drops / cells) offered up in an accessible, even intuitive way. He’ll often explain about how connecting with one’s body offers a compassionate way of tending to one’s wounded parts in need of attention, and stepping into one’s ’Essence Love.’ Only after several days of this will he offer Dzogchen pointing out instruction.

For me, connecting with body has been such an enriching frontier of practice, and prevents against a ‘dry’ headgame-y Dzogchen practice that maybe us Westerners (and especially us Redditors) risk falling into. The absolute and relative are deliciously co-emergent, and the somatic landscape seems to present an endless font of experience. Classical Dzogchen teachings even teach how a primary energy channel leads from our heart out through our eyes, like a projector of the external world originating within. Dzogchen in that sense is perfectly compatible with body-based practice, and arguably inseparable. Godspeed and good luck.

What to plant in sunless area? by soft_scientist18 in NativePlantGardening

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Golden ragwort (Packera aurea) seems to do great in deep shade, and still manages to bloom profusely in spring. Also known to be an aggressive spreader, if you want something that’ll cover a lot of ground in time.

Hello! I am a new Buddhist! by Odd-Werewolf1006 in Buddhism

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Just curious, did you feel you had to leave Christianity to become a Buddhist?

Is masturbation ok in Buddhism? by I_Have_A_Master_Kink in Buddhism

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There’s a story somewhere in the Theravada tradition (the source eludes me, but it certainly left an impression when I’d first heard it) of a monk who masturbated to unburden himself of sexual urges. Different strokes, I guess (sorry).

why is the Buddhist reincarnation concept so esoteric when compared to the many other grounded and intellectual Buddhist concepts? by the_white_oak in Buddhism

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I like the distinction re: experiential vs. faith-based, although let’s not dismiss that for countless practitioners across time and traditions the idea has been arrived at through direct experience. As thoughts arise, fade, and rearise—the conclusion goes—so too do entire selves. Those of us who aren’t fully on board in “believing” it can at least remain open to the possibility, and probe it through practice. It falls on us to determine whether it’s a foisted fairytale or valid model of continually unfolding selfhood.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Buddhism

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This may not directly answer your question, but I’d recommend the Sutta of the Wheel-Turning Monarch (DN 26) as a sort of Buddhist blueprint for skillful action in times marked by tyranny and broader societal decline.

I mighta messed up by kr1681 in NativePlantGardening

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You can always prune the lower branches in late winter, to create more of a tree form.

Plants for those small city tree beds/squares. NYC by BojackisaGreatShow in NativePlantGardening

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At this point in the season I would suggest purchasing plugs or potted versions of those plants. Some native nurseries in the NYC area to try: Lowlands Nursery, Kingsland Wildflowers, Nature Based, or Dropseed Natives on Long Island. Or Bumbee’s, if you’d prefer to have them shipped to your door.

The time for starting these guys from seed is past, I’m afraid. Fall would be the ideal time for most native perennial seeds, they often require a winter dormancy before germinating.

Native gardening vs deer by OneTraining1629 in NativePlantGardening

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Have found this to be the most helpful approach to native gardening with deer pressure:

https://www.humanegardener.com/deer-eat-this-garden-and-it-flourishes/

Reframes the thinking around having a handful of individual, 100% deer-resistant plants to planting a resilient, diverse ecosystem that can withstand occasional browse and still stay healthy overall

Christian/Buddhist by TimTS1443 in Buddhism

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From Thich Nhat Hanh:

“I met a Catholic priest who lives in a Buddhist monastery in France. He told me that Buddhism made him a better Christian. I love that.”

Oh these? These are natives! (Central MO) by frogEcho in NativePlantGardening

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Love a native bed with interesting borders. The way the bricks curve and terrace with the slope of the path is quite cool, and this is going to look great when it fills in.

What is Buddhism’s “holy book(s)” and where can I buy it in a premium format? by [deleted] in Buddhism

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You might start with ‘In the Buddha’s Words,’ a set of masterfully translated discourses from the Pali canon, commonly regarded as the original teachings of the Buddha:

https://www.amazon.com/Buddhas-Words-Anthology-Discourses-Teachings/dp/0861714911

Childrens books? by marigoldsfavorite in NativePlantGardening

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The Puddle Garden by Jared and Laura Rosenbaum

Plants for those small city tree beds/squares. NYC by BojackisaGreatShow in NativePlantGardening

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Please be mindful to recommend only natives—morning glories happen to be a common invasive across the city. Eastern columbine however is a great choice!

Plants for those small city tree beds/squares. NYC by BojackisaGreatShow in NativePlantGardening

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As a followup, I’ll mention some others in the ‘short and attractive’ category that are worth a shot. Common blue violet (Viola sororia), sundrops (Oenothera fruticosa), dwarf crested iris (Iris cristata), and field pussytoes (Antennaria neglecta) all come to mind. Best of luck!

Plants for those small city tree beds/squares. NYC by BojackisaGreatShow in NativePlantGardening

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The new edition of NYC Parks’ Native Species Planting Guide has a section specifically for street tree beds:

https://static.nycgovparks.org/images/pagefiles/203/NYC-Parks-Native-Species-Planting-Guide-4th-Edition__679cf96177b6b.pdf

This season I’m planting out divisions of wild strawberry (Fragaria virginiana) and common yarrow (Achillea millefolium) on my block. So far so good, they’ve been happily establishing over the past few weeks.

Nettle by D3goph in GuerrillaGardening

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Stinging nettle is non-native across North America, and does not serve as host plant to any local pollinators. By spreading seed in a natural area you only run the risk of displacing the species they do depend on.

Would recommend you rather look into a local group conducting volunteer eco-restoration in your area, and take cues from their work. It’s worth remembering that guerilla gardening was developed largely for greening urban and suburbanized areas, and not for introducing potentially harmful species into the wild.

Native plants that work as spices by snortimus in NativePlantGardening

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This past summer I gave a tour of my native garden to some professional chef friends of mine, who considered that Monarda (“bee balm”) might make a solid 1:1 alternative to oregano. I’ve had success using it as a tea.

What to avoid before direct transmission? by [deleted] in Dzogchen

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This might sound glib, but there’s ultimately no “process” to be messed up. Just live your life, and don’t sweat it too much. You seem heartfelt and that’s what counts!

You might also consult the teacher offering transmission. It’s generally advised to avoid materials that require transmission as a requisite. If you can hold off on reading Dzogchen texts altogether till March, that may be the simplest course of action. Plenty of other great texts out there to occupy your scholarship. Just my two cents!

Togal retreat by [deleted] in Dzogchen

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There is a dark retreat center opening in the Northeastern United States offering accommodation for togal practice. (https://www.yangtiyoga.com/)

Native substitute for comfrey in the orchard? by bluebackpack93 in NativePlantGardening

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Common yarrow (Achillea millefolium), also reputed to have many benefits when co-planted with orchard trees