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"Beginnings" - first (mis-)steps n' (dis)orientation on the path
Trunk posted a topic in General Discussion
There's a variations of the microcosmic orbit thread in the Daoism section, which comments on, inspired me towards ... this broader topic of "Beginnings". I think that there is a wide variety of aspirants here, with a wide variety of background ... hopefully mostly anectotal (we might touch on classical complete perfection, but I'm not obsessing on it)... and this might vary widely depending on tradition and specific internal path, goal. When you "started", was there some broad orientation/one piece maybe/method/teaching that you received that was especially helpful? (or, on the other hand, led to trouble?) ... and if you were to give some very short piece of advice, (doesn't have to cover all the bases or anything) for beginning? -
"Beginnings" is an interesting topic that we are exploring here. (Started a thread in General to explore the topic more broadly.)
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@Yae, Done! - Trunk p.s. Also locking this thread as there's a pinned thread for change name requests.
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Any clarification on what the foundation is?, from your perspective (influenced by the background you've mentioned), to the degree that you feel appropriate to share. Perhaps in very broad outline. My view is that we are going through a profound shift, over decades, in the popular-Taoist culture - on what the emphasis, order of approach to the inner work. Always interested in hearing educated views.
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If you experiment with a spectrum of pressing firmly <~> not quite touching (addresses the spectrum of physical <~> subtle) points along the center line while breathing in & out (slowly, with focus, fully) at that point ... (as demonstrated in this video) I think that you'll find it'll help you with activating acupoints along ren as well as bringing circulation, attention, and articulation to various musculature that might be unfamiliar.
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https://youtube.com/@hardlightcenter?si=yrkaDWs221x-okHE Youtube channel. Hard Light, Mark Griffin. buncha videos of him through the years.
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@Apech, @steve I have always linked to an externally stored image. Uploading images never worked for me, and I never looked into it further than that. That's how it is for now. - Trunk
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Suggestions on possible improvements to the website
Trunk replied to NaturaNaturans's topic in Forum and Tech Support
Those are good ideas. Appreciated. I'm open to suggestions, as I have time & energy to address. Things are demanding in 'real life' right now, so don't be put off if I don't get back to you for a few days or more. - Trunk -
No. I'm not comfortable with that. - Trunk
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2024 Year of the Dragon front page logo request
Trunk replied to Gerard's topic in Forum and Tech Support
again, THANK YOU to both @liminal_luke and his partner, Jose! And to the community for participating. We adjusted the colors based on your astute comments re: Daoist philosophy. The shared art work was inspiring, and a special shout-out goes to @Eduardo, who shared his own art-creations. happy new year!, Trunk -
**** admin statement **** I banned "Sleepy Bluejay" because he's a ####ing ##### ## ####!!!! - Trunk ************************
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@Needhelp, The other benign (won’t hurt) & beneficial supplement I’d recommend is any one of those “greens blend” powders. When the chemistry was researched here in the community, the plant chemistry is beneficial. .. I think @thelerner is maybe more familiar with that book?, called “Cupid’s Poison Arrow”, was it? The lumbrokinase is strong, won’t hurt, and important. Past those, it gets more nuanced (beyond what I’d feel comfortable giving advice for) and longer term work. Go gradually. Don’t force things. Tune to harmony. A *good* doctor of Chinese medicine *might* help; a bad one’d hurt. Be discerning. good luck, Trunk
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Read up on some of the basic dynamics in links, above. First thing I suggest that you try is Dr. Mercola Lumbrokinase Enzymes https://a.co/d/0PWtM0v This is a supplement that helps to resolve blood stagnation. best of luck to you, Trunk