jimwell

That was entertaining. 1:02 made me 😂.

I disagree. As I have said in my previous post, honoring divinity alone is not enough. The quality and frequency of spirituality and awakenings you have don't even matter if you neglect your humanity because, in the end, you have a human self and existence. Paradoxically, neglecting your humanity betrays your divinity. I have clarified it in one of my previous posts that having a good lifestyle and diet is important. I don't think this is true. If you observe your body, you feel pain when there's something not functioning well. The human body is designed to become old and eventually fail. So, pain is unavoidable. And knowing that your body is mortal and will eventually become sick and rot results in mental-emotional pain. Just listen to this old American in the video. You don't need to watch the entire video. The first 8 minutes are enough to communicate his message. I agree. Even this integrous MIT neurosurgeon clarified it in his viral video. This shit is not only true in the USA, where he is from; it's also true where I am from, and true where you are from.

If it's something new and important, or extreme, or complex, it's always difficult to imagine or understand initally. But as you continue to think about it and consider its merits, you'll begin to see the sense behind it. As I have mentioned in one of my previous posts, Caucasians (and blacks) reach their physical peak in their early 20s. It's my first time encountering somebody from that race claiming a physical peak at age 40. But if you feel your claim is true, then congratulations. It is until your knee joints hurt and fail to function because of old age. I don't think it's true that most people's path is discovering who they truly are. They just want to be with their family or friends, eat, work, and then die. But yes, a long, healthy, and quality life sounds very inspiring. That's true. But at this point in my life, I am more focused on my human version. I feel the pain of being limited, but I still want to honor my human self and existence. I want to blend divinity and humanity, and the unlimited and limited into a unified entity: me.

I have a pet dog who I love and I consider him my son.

He is the Michael Jordan of spontaneously spewing humanshit (BS). But yes, gambling can be a good profession if the gambler is strategic. There are more similarities than differences between gambling, stock (currency, commodity, etc.) trading or investing, and starting a business. All activities risk money for the opportunity to gain money. A gambler, trader (or investor), or businessperson can be strategic or reckless, and they derive excitement and other emotional stimulations from the activity they participate in. I had a quick conversation with ChatGPT about this topic a few days ago. But there is one thing which separates starting a business from the other activities: directly producing value. From society's perspective, starting a business is better and more beneficial.

It seems you know more about the band than I do. I also want to be big in Japan, but what I mean by big is unique to me.

The melody is decent. But what makes it interesting and capture my attention are the lyrics.

Yes, I'm Asian and probably reached my physical peak when I was 30. Asian males peak in their late 20s or early 30s, while Caucasian males peak in their early 20s. As a result, Asian males (and females) age slower. amen! Why not? God materializes things via me. Humans are God's "co-creators". It would be exciting to stay young for at least 500 years and witness the changing of seasons and generations.

amazing animation! Yes, it's true that a 50-year-old is generally wiser than a 25-year-old. But NOT all old people are wise, and NOT all young people are dumb. It seems you feel more fulfilled the older you become, congratulations! The past few days, I have seen on YouTube men in their 60s and 70s who prefer to live in solitude. According to them, it's more fulfilling because they don't need to deal with people's BS. People are selfish and deceptive, so it's better to avoid them. I feel happy that I'm in my 30s but can enjoy solitude for consecutive years. But I also acknowledge that the point of life is exploration, experience, learning, appreciation, and enjoyment. That includes spending time with people. Otherwise, it would be constricted and limited.

Thanks for the encouragement. But as Mayweather said, Beauty is skin deep. was created by an ugly motherfucker. He has a point because beauty is both internal and external. If by young, you mean young and dumb, then yes. What will you do in Japan? When I was there, I enjoyed the beautiful landscapes, the clean, organized streets, the polite and respectful (but also deceptive) Japanese people, my Japanese ex-wife, sushi, and the Japanese four seasons, along with the cherry blossoms and autumn foliage that come with them. It's the most beautiful place in the world.

Who wants to stay young eternally, your ex-girlfriend or you?

I agree. But no, probably won't materialize in our lifetimes. We have no choice but to endure capitalism and corruption. That sounds a good daily routine. Vitamin D is very powerful. It preserves bone strength and is anti-cancer. https://youtu.be/FH6W5ArDBfo?si=3l69FoQoTImkdNm0 I don't like ingesting artificial vitamins, so I bathe in the sunlight every few days. Sunlight is an all-in-one package; it also strengthens the muscles, veins, immune system, improves sleep, and even increases testosterone. I don't have the medical evidence, but my intuition on this one is strong, so I take it as truth. And the fact that I feel healthier and more masculine after doing it for a few months, confirms it. I don't know what to say. I hope you'll find a way to rectify it because I remember watching a documentary which showed people who regularly eat fruits and veggies tend to live at least 10 years longer than those who don't. You're lucky. Oh! That can be an inspiration. Now, I have 2 gray hairs and I don't like it. But I still probably look younger than my age despite gaining some weight.

By better, I assume you are referring to a Resource Based Economy. Is that correct? Or are you referring to UBI? Damn! That's what I fear about becoming old aside from the appearance deteriorating. I hope you are handling those problems well. How has your sleep been over the past 20 years? Is it high quality? As in, deep and at least 7 hours long? And how about your diet? Did you regularly eat fruits and vegetables? That's a good point. But would you want to stay eternally young for at least 100 years, or you're satisfied with how things are? I would want to stay young for at least 500 years.

I had never heard the song until Spotify played it without asking for my permission. I researched the song and was surprised that it has been in existence for 40 years. So, I feel worried about becoming 40 soon because an aspect of me wants to stay young eternally. Then, the song "Forever Young", which was released 40 years ago, was forced into my ears. The universe is teasing me.

This shit is global.

I had my late-night spiritual walk and run tonight. https://www.actualized.org/forum/topic/94423-romance-with-existence-at-night/ This time, I wore my Samsung watch to document the workout data. It includes 3 runs and a series of walks in between. The first run is slow running; the second is a combination of slow and fast running; the third is slow running. The Entire Activity: Runs: This should inspire and motivate somebody's ass.

I have been VBA-coding my Excel-based trading journal for weeks to make it as comprehensive as possible given my resources. I was taking a break 30 minutes ago when the word “Staind” popped into my head. Staind was one of the most popular bands I listened to when I was a teenager. I searched it on Spotify and then clicked on this song: Wear a headset with deep bass and then volume up (but not loud enough to damage your eardrums) Just took me 2 seconds after clicking on the Play button it to remember the music and message of the song. It’s amazing because the last time I heard this song was more or less 2 decades ago. I felt intense emotions because aside from the length of time that I wasn't able to hear it, I felt the nostalgia but also remembered the intense trauma, anxiety, depression, etc., I was experiencing at that time. I have endured extreme mental-emotional torture every second, every minute, every hour, every day, every week, every month, every year, for decades. Yes, God can be that cruel. https://www.actualized.org/forum/topic/103242-how-to-stop-being-a-scapegoat-by-teal-swan/ The emotional impact while listening to it was significant enough for me to break my 5 to 7 consecutive weeks of forum non-participation. I understand the song much more deeply now than when I was a teenager because, now in my 30s, I have been experiencing So far away and I’m not ashamed to be the person I am today. I was too internally destroyed when I was a teenager; I even struggled to conceptually understand these phrases. The songwriter was probably referring to the fame, money, and musical success he accomplished when he was writing the song. I have had my own successes in life, but not in the domains of what he was referring to. But, I still resonate with the song because I have accomplished things which are even much greater and more profound: SELF-CONQUEST SELF-GROWTH SELF-HEALING SELF-AWARENESS SELF-CONTROL SELF-MOTIVATION SELF-VALIDATION SELF-SATISFACTION SELF-LOVE SELF-RESPECT SELF-ACCEPTANCE SELF-ESTEEM SELF-CONFIDENCE INTERNAL STRENGTH WILLPOWER BRAVERY MASCULINITY INTELLIGENCE BEAUTY Indeed, in a few ways, I have become the biggest narcissist. But, the fact that I am the OPPOSITE of a narcissist stays true. It’s akin to blending summer and winter into a unified SuperSeason.

Teaching Engish to EFL (English as a Foreign Language) students is a very complex topic; I could write a book about it. But I want to share some tips that have helped me along the way. I'm using my smartphone so this will be a painful job. But thanks to ChatGPT for making it possible. I used to teach English for years, and even opened my own school in Japan. First off, keep it simple, especially at the beginning. I like to break sentences down into individual words and focus on one topic at a time. For example, I might start with “Iran.” I say it, and then I have my students repeat it a couple of times: “Iran, Iran.” This repetition helps them get comfortable with new words. I start with a yes-or-no question that prompts the student to say yes. For example, I ask, 'Do you like Iran?' The student responds by repeating the answer twice: 'Yes, I like Iran. Yes, I like Iran.' Then, I ask another question, 'Do you like the USA?' and the student replies, 'Yes, I like the USA,' repeating it two times as well. Next, I introduce questions that elicit a no response. For instance, I ask, 'Do you like North Korea?' The student answers, 'No, I don't like North Korea,' and repeats it twice. After that, I introduce a WH question by asking, 'What country do you like?' The student responds with, 'I like Iran and the USA,' and they repeat that two times. It’s also important to pay attention to what your students are good at and where they struggle. I always let them know their strengths and areas to work on. For instance, I’ve noticed that many Japanese students have a hard time with the L and R sounds. So, I create classes that focus on that specific issue. It makes a big difference! Now, let’s talk about confidence. It’s key in teaching. At first, you might feel a bit awkward, but as you keep working on your skills, that confidence will grow. Showing confidence in the classroom encourages your students to engage more, and it creates a positive learning environment. As non-native English teachers, we understand how EFL students feel. We know how challenging it can be to learn a new language. Because of this, you can develop your own teaching style. It’s often easier for us to connect with students than for native English teachers, who have never experienced the process of learning a new language. It's important to set the right expectations. In the first few months of teaching English, you'll not be very good at it. That's just how it is, and you might not even realize you're not doing well. However, as you focus on improving your teaching skills, you will eventually get better. After a year, you can become a good English teacher.

And experience divine love and beauty. Hedonism becomes spiritual hedonism. Tadaa!

Everything in this world sprouts from money, whether it’s eating a delicious pizza, becoming conscious that you’re God dreaming your human life, or walking in a park full of pine and cherry trees while holding the hand of a beautiful and mysterious girl. It’s the money world. That's just how it is.

I usually like mellow music with various instruments, including bass because I enjoy the musical harmony. coastline But "Mountaintops" sounds decent. I added to my playlist.

The physical symptoms are usually caused by dissatisfaction, physical and mental trauma, disappointments, and other forms of suffering. If you do serious internal work for many years, you’ll start to feel the pleasurable physical components of self-esteem, self-respect, and self-acceptance. Emotions have physical components.

Yes, it's about love and respect for beauty, correctness, and self. Reminds of the phrase "How you do little things is how you do everything". Not true all the time, but true many times. How you do things is a direct manifestation of your soul. I see it.

It's too good and magical to exist but it exists. Thank God for ChatGPT and Claude.

Yes. It's even accurate to call people in their 70s and 80s old boys and girls. They have aged but their worldviews and perspectives haven't changed much since they were teenagers.