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  5. Posted · Edited by MuadDib

    45 minutes ago, StarStruck said:

    This topic misses the mark so hard, it is not even funny. I wish live was as easy as applying self-love to shame. 😂

    You don't seem to be aware that courage, honour, discipline, and adhering to one's principles and beliefs embody self-love.
    Tate does some of these things well, in some contexts but mostly not, and mostly the opposite.
    Trafficking vulnerable young women and manipulating lonely men for money, then blaming society for all his problems is quite cowardly, dishonourable, and not the kind of suffering that people should aspire to face to better themselves and society.
    Being deeply disassociated from emotions is not the same as being in control of them.

  7. Posted

    Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows

    21 feelings for which there are no English words:

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    Here are some other common ones that weren't on the list; Leo probably didn't include them because they're just too obvious to mention, but it's good to get people with alexithymia to develop a broad vocabulary to aid them with introspection and FEELING:
     

    Content

    Excited

    Optimistic

    Cheerful

    Satisfied

    Disappointed

    Hopeless

    Hurt

    Irritated

    Hostile

    Annoyed

    Resentful

    Insecure

    Nervous

    Uncomfortable

    Amazed

    Confused

    Startled

    Shocked

    Stunned

    Overwhelmed

    Loving

    Trusting

    Caring

    Intimate

    Thoughtful

    Sensitive

    Compassionate

    Joyful

    Fearful

    Scared

    Worried

    Terrified

    Furious

    Ashamed

    Lonely

    Grieving

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  8. Posted

    On 08/04/2024 at 1:27 PM, Emerald said:
    • Following/stalking One time, I was walking back to my apartment from college and there was a guy that was on one of the last roads I had to turn down to get home. And he was clearly on something as he wasn't making much sense. He kept saying to me over and over "I write grants." I think he was trying to impress me by bragging about his job. But he was like a zombie and kept on following me and repeating over and over "I write grants" like a zombie repeats over and over "Brains!"
    • Putting too much emotional weight into the conversation One time in my early 20s, I was out at this cigar bar that I still occasionally like to go to from time to time. And I always go up to the top floor because they have a chess set there, and I like to try to find people to play chess with me. So, I went there one time and I went up to the top floor and there was a bigger guy up there. And he and I started playing chess and at first it was. a pretty normal conversation. But he slowly revealed more and more his self-esteem issues and a kind of bitterness towards women for rejecting him. And I started having to walk on eggshells because I was afraid of hurting his feelings. He was like an open wound that I had to be very gentle with. It was kind of like a dynamic I had when I was in elementary school where no one wanted to be my friend, so when someone did, I would cling onto them too hard. I felt bad for him and felt empathy towards him, but it did put me off as he couldn't just talk to me like a regular person.

    There are other examples of creepy behavior I've experienced over the years. But these are the ones that come to mind off-hand.

     

     

    5 hours ago, Emerald said:

    And the germ is shame.

    1 hour ago, Emerald said:

    It's unwise to minimize men's pain like that.

    ^Men are deeply sensitive, sophisticated and complex emotional beings. We don't appreciate having all our problems reduced to one feeling or the other.

  9. Posted

    I just gave GPT-4 and Claude Opus my YouTube subscription list, personal book list with my book ratings, and the "Me sheet" I created by doing the life purpose course and all its exercises a few times over. They both told me I'm destined to become a way cooler version of Leo. Now I just have to kick back and let the magic happen.


    GPT-4:

    Based on the detailed information provided, including your "Me Sheet," YouTube channel subscriptions, and book list, it's evident that your interests and strengths are deeply rooted in self-improvement, consciousness, creativity, learning, and teaching. Your values and strengths suggest a passion for understanding complex concepts and a desire to help others grow. Considering these insights, here are some career paths or professions that could align with who you are, where your talents lie, and what motivates you:

    1. Educational Content Creator or YouTuber

    Given your subscription to channels like 3Blue1Brown, Actualized.org, and Ted-Ed, and your interest in teaching and creativity, creating educational content could be a fulfilling path. You could focus on topics ranging from personal development, consciousness, to complex educational subjects, leveraging your creativity and love of learning.

    2. Life Coach or Personal Development Coach

    Your values in consciousness, wisdom, and guiding others, combined with strengths in perspective and leadership, suggest a career in coaching. Specifically, focusing on personal development, mindfulness, or executive coaching could allow you to guide individuals towards realizing their potential and achieving their personal and professional goals.

    3. Author or Writer

    Considering your extensive book list and love for learning and creativity, writing books or articles on topics such as self-improvement, consciousness, psychology, or even fictional works that explore these themes could be a good fit. Your appreciation for beauty and excellence could help you craft compelling narratives that resonate with readers.

    4. Academic or Researcher

    Your strong inclination towards knowledge, learning, and understanding, along with your list of book subscriptions, indicates a potential career in academia or research. Focusing on fields such as psychology, philosophy, or even the interdisciplinary study of consciousness could align with your interests. This path allows for deep exploration of topics that fascinate you while contributing to the body of knowledge through teaching and publishing research.

    5. Mindfulness or Meditation Instructor

    Given your value in consciousness and your subscriptions to channels like Moojiji and Sadhguru, becoming a mindfulness or meditation instructor could be a fulfilling career path. This role allows you to directly apply and share your insights on consciousness, presence, and equanimity with others, guiding them towards a more mindful and balanced life.

    6. Innovative Leader in Tech or Creative Industries

    Your strengths in creativity, leadership, and appreciation of beauty and excellence suggest a role where you can lead projects or teams in creating innovative solutions or products. This could be in tech startups, design agencies, or any field where innovative thinking and leadership are valued. Your ability to envision and execute novel ideas could drive significant advancements in your chosen field.

    7. Therapist or Counselor Specializing in Existential or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    Your deep values in understanding the human mind and minimizing suffering, along with a strength in perspective, might make you an excellent therapist. Specializing in existential therapy or CBT could allow you to help clients navigate their paths to self-awareness and personal growth, addressing core issues and promoting mental health.

    8. Educator or Professor in Philosophy, Psychology, or Personal Development

    Your passion for knowledge and guiding others could also translate into a career in education, specifically teaching subjects related to philosophy, psychology, or personal development. This role would allow you to shape the minds of future generations, encouraging them to explore and understand the depths of human consciousness and potential.

    9. Public Speaker or Workshop Leader

    Given your strengths in leadership and teaching, coupled with your interest in personal development and self-awareness, conducting workshops or speaking at public events on these topics could be a rewarding path. This role would leverage your ability to inspire and guide others through spoken word, sharing insights on consciousness, personal growth, and living a meaningful life.

    10. Social Entrepreneur

    Focusing on creating businesses or organizations that aim to solve social problems or contribute to the wellbeing of society could align with your values and strengths. This path combines creativity, leadership, and a desire to make a positive impact on the world, focusing on areas such as mental health, education, or sustainability.

    In considering these career paths, it's essential to reflect on what resonates most with your personal mission and where you feel you can make the most significant impact. Each of these professions allows for the integration of your values, strengths, and interests, providing a platform for continuous personal and professional growth.




    Claude Opus:


    Based on the information provided, including your values, strengths, YouTube subscriptions, and book list, here are some career paths and professions that might suit you well:

    Teacher or Professor: Your values of teaching, guiding, and leading, along with your strength in love of learning and your diverse interests, could make you an excellent educator. You could teach a variety of subjects, from philosophy and psychology to technology and science.

    Life Coach or Personal Development Consultant: Your strengths in perspective, leadership, and creativity, combined with your interest in personal growth and self-improvement, could make you an effective life coach or consultant, helping others navigate challenges and achieve their goals.

    Researcher or Academic: Your love of learning, creativity, and appreciation of excellence could lead you to a fulfilling career in research or academia. You could pursue advanced degrees in fields such as psychology, philosophy, or computer science and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in these areas.

    Entrepreneur or Innovator: Your strengths in creativity, leadership, and perspective, along with your diverse interests and curiosity, could make you a successful entrepreneur or innovator. You could start your own business or work for a company that values innovation and creative problem-solving.

    Writer or Content Creator: Your love of learning, creativity, and perspective could lead you to a career in writing or content creation. You could write books, articles, or scripts on a wide range of topics, from personal development and philosophy to technology and science.

    Meditation or Mindfulness Instructor: Your interest in consciousness, awareness, and wisdom, along with your strengths in teaching and guiding others, could make you an effective meditation or mindfulness instructor. You could help others develop greater self-awareness and inner peace.

    Software Developer or Data Scientist: Your interests in technology, problem-solving, and creativity, along with your strengths in love of learning and perspective, could lead you to a career in software development or data science. You could work on cutting-edge projects and use your skills to create innovative solutions.

    These are just a few ideas based on the information provided. Ultimately, the best career path for you will depend on your specific interests, skills, and values, as well as your willingness to pursue education and training in your chosen field.

  15. Posted · Edited by MuadDib

    I've been mulling over the confluence of martial arts, consciousness work, and meditation, along with insights into self and mind, and listening to musings from Russel Brand and Sam Harris on their journeys with Jiu-Jitsu in particular. Interestingly, martial arts might have emerged from meditation, where monks developing ailments from sitting for extended periods began incorporating movements into their meditations, as Ralston describes in the opening pages of "The Book of Not Knowing."
    Or perhaps meditative states were discovered and brought back to cushions in everyday life in the altered states of consciousness that fighting for one's life induces.

    I remember watching a video on using clubs as a form of moving meditation to increase strength by Mark Wildman. He speaks of sitting in meditation in times past as being a healthy thing for average people who were much more active on a daily basis than we are today. We don't need more sit down meditation, we're all in office chairs working hard on getting to the bottom of our tik tock reels. 
     

    Needless to say, a whole dimension of self-discovery and self-actualization can occur in these treacherous waters. Alfred Lord Tennyson's Ulysses is gently wafting beneath the surface of my conscious thought as I write this.
     

    There is nothing like a good strangling to help you grasp concepts such as 'surviving a self' and Leo's explanations of self-deception with more depth and clarity than you ever could in any sober state of mind.


    There are lots of things that can armbar the scientific method. God can armbar atheism while tickling its armpit.
     


    A running theme I've picked up on is the issue of pacing for beginners. According to John Danaher, you should basically spend your first 6-8 months learning to be a good bottom bitch. I read Josh Wiazkins's book "The Art of Learning", and he talks about depth, as opposed to breadth of knowledge of techniques, as being most important. If you know how to do a few things exceptionally well, you will win more fights than someone who knows how to do a lot of things terribly.

    I just see red stars bro.

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  18. Posted · Edited by MuadDib

    Here is mike changs 60 minute flow routine. I know he had a sketchy health and fitness channel before (six pack shortcuts) that youtube took action on due to reports of scams, so be careful with his stuff. To me, this routine looks pretty good as a stage green holistic approach to body work. I am taking this as a scaffold to try and build my own daily 60 minute routine that covers a lot of basic, strength, flexibility and breath exercises. With kettlebell work thrown in.
     

     

    • Hops - Begin with light hops to loosen the entire body, focusing on relaxing the shoulders to relieve any stress.
    • Slaps (Qi Gong) - Full-body tapping, starting from the legs and moving upwards, to stimulate blood flow, energy (Chi) circulation around the eyes, nasal passages, and ears.
    • Face/Head Pressure Points - Use knuckles to apply gentle pressure on the sides of the face and above the lip, activating energy points.
    • Eye Rotation/Tongue Movement - Perform eye rotations in both directions and move the tongue up/down and in circles to release tension.
    • Head Movements - Nod the head up and down 12 times, then perform head circles to enhance neck flexibility.
    • Wrist Waves/Circles - Loosen the wrists with gentle waving motions and circular movements.
    • Drop Down Arms - Lift and drop the arms with gravity to help release tension and encourage energy flow.
    • Heart Opener (Arm Self-Hugs) - Open and close the arms, simulating hugs, to open the chest and massage the shoulder area.
    • Twist (Arm Swings/Jelly) - Rotate the torso, allowing the arms to swing freely, massaging the body, and further loosening the torso and shoulders.
    • Hip Circles - Perform large circles with the hips to increase mobility and flexibility, alternating directions.
    • Kidney Bounce - Gentle bouncing with hands on kidneys, massaging the sides and intestines, promoting internal organ stimulation.
    • Backward and Forward Shoulder Arcs - Perform backward and forward shoulder arcs to enhance shoulder mobility and strength.
    • Light Jumping with Gorilla Breathing - Light jumps combined with deep, controlled breathing to prepare the body for more intense activities.
    • Bodyweight Exercises Round 1:
    • Pushups - Various types, focusing on upper body strength.
    • Pullups/Prone Cobras - For back and shoulder strength; prone cobras as an alternative if no pull-up bar is available.
    • Dips with Chairs - Targets the triceps and chest.
    • Handstand/Pike Pushups - Enhances shoulder strength and stability.
    • Squats - Builds leg strength and stability.
    • Lunges - Improves lower body strength and balance.
    • Leg Raises - Strengthen the core and lower back.
    • Running in Place/Knees to Chest - Improves cardiovascular health and leg strength.
    • Kicks - Enhances flexibility and strength in the legs.
    • Punches - Works on arm strength and coordination.
    • Jumps/Hops - Increases leg power and cardiovascular endurance.
    • Plank - Strengthens the core and stabilizes the shoulders.
    • 2nd Round Starting at Pushups - Repeat the strength training segment for enhanced muscle building and endurance.
    • Sitting Forward Bends - Stretches the back and hamstrings.
    • Forward Bend Between Split Legs - Increases flexibility in the hamstrings and lower back.
    • Forward Bend Over Individual Legs - Stretches each leg individually for balanced flexibility.
    • Sitting Side Bends with Split Legs - Enhances lateral flexibility.
    • Pigeon Bend - Opens up the hips and stretches the glutes.
    • Twists - One Leg - Stretches the spine and shoulders.
    • Hug Knees into Chest - Relieves tension in the lower back.
    • Plow - Stretches the back and neck, improving flexibility.
    • Deep Breathing/Fast/Slow, 20 Deep Inhales and Exhales - Controlled deep breathing to oxygenate the body, followed by a period of fast and slow breaths to increase awareness and presence.
    • Shivasana - Conclude the session in Shivasana to fully relax the body, integrate the practice's benefits, and solidify the state of calm and clarity achieved through the routine

  20. Posted

    Signed up for my first jiu jitsu class next week. I've been BJJ curious for years, but last week I got tipped over the edge by almost getting into a street fight while at work. I did about 100-250 hours of Judo, Karate, Taikwando, Muay thai as a kid (ages 6-14) so I've always had a seed of martial arts in my subconscious that's ready to blossom now.

    Step 1, takedown:
     


    Step 2, options:



    LETS GOOOOOO!!! 10-15 years to Black belt.

    ... hope you don't mind us clogging up your journal, lol.

     

  21. Posted

    Deadlifts and squats are bread-and-butter functional strength patterns, but your form needs to be mastered to ensure you keep your lower back healthy. It's easy to fuck it up for life. Same with kettlebell swings.

    That feeling that your spine is about to snap under a heavy weight is great though.
     


    Good discussion on some of the never ending trade off's in exercising that need to be balanced depending on your goals and current condition.
     


    Just spit ballin here, btw.