Lynette you must understand 90% of what I write her I do to get a laugh from people or just act like an idiot.

It is actually rare that I smoke pot and I probably drink no more or no less than the average Aussie male. It is just an on going gag here and I play up to it.

I tell you what I really do to escape from it all? I grab my board and paddle out into the wonderous ocean. I can spend hours in the surf and it seems like minutes. Every problem in the world stays on the sand as I catch another wave, in a relentless pursuit for that perfect ride.

I have dreams like every other person. Next year I am getting married. I am travelling to Europe. I already live in my own house which I do not rent, but which I purchased. I have a job that I love doing. Anything I want to do I do it, or I strive to get myself into the position where I can do it

I've always sort of subscribed to the theory that most of man's problems are based on his inability to sit quietly in a room by himself. Literally everything you experience is through your mind. Everything. I'm usually in about the same mood whether I'm racing my motorcycle down the road or sitting quietly meditating. The only thing you ever experience is your mind, and most of what goes thru your mind is optional. Your mind can't distinguish between reality and illusion, since ultimately they both come from the same place. That's why a monk, sitting in silence for weeks on end, can be happy and content and fulfilled. When someone says they're bored, what they mean is they are bored with their thoughts. If you live each moment as all there is (that is the reality)and not as a means to an end, I think your experience of life deepens. Traveling, meeting new people, etc, etc, are all worthwhile experiences but mostly beside the point since they are still only what you make of it. In other words, getting back to the topic, swallow.

I don't believe life is about striving, accomplishing or achieving anything. It's not about learning lessons, either. I think this is a doctrine alot of people buy into early in life, simply because the alternatives are never discussed or appreciated. At least not in this country. Meditation is extremely practical in our environment. This is an over-medicated, over-stimulated, stressed-out society. It's like saying sleep or excercise aren't practical. Transendental Meditation is ideal for active people. It's a misconception that meditation is solely for "seeking enlightenment". You were born with everything you need to feel fulfilled and happy. It's not based on something you do, it's based on being human. Gaining perspective isn't a requirment for happiness either. Young children haven't  learned those lessons and they are perfectly capable of being happy. Tell me, what lessons have you learned thru experience? Wisdom isn't achieved by growing older or learning by mistakes.

I don't believe life is about striving, accomplishing or achieving anything. It's not about learning lessons, either.

See what I get for trying to keep things on topic?

did I just hear a violin playing when I opened this post ? 

A child vegging out on video games is the same as an adult playing video games, it's a form of distraction.

I had a great replyI was working on for this thread, but then my boss came in and I had to help build a mammoth sign. Oh well.

bewbies!

That is all®

"You claim to admire someone who is "striving to be the best they can be" My take is more like "allowing yourself to find out who you really are". People who lack focus often substitute action as a means to an end. Looking outside yourself for things to make you feel good about yourself is also nothing more than" bla bla bla! avoidance.

You should have known that by now
I dont know, is your radio on?
I dont mean to be pedantic but what do you call an adult vegging out on a titty site?
btw it seems Lynette did not read my post, maybe she is only interested in bringing down the stoner posts but when she realises that's all a show she sidesteps to another issue?

I had a great replyI was working on for this thread, but then my boss came in and I had to help build a mammoth sign. Oh well.

bewbies!

That is all®

I just think u are after fiery debates and thats it... hearing only what u want to hear... just my opinion

Just what the hell is that supposed to mean!

Eh, I was gonna type up a made-up debate, but it sounded like work.  Maybe I can get that graveyard guy to make up a story for me.

you are an idiot

Well, I had to post something.  I already clicked in this thread and I wasn't going to get out of it without my name being on it last, dammit.

I just think u are after fiery debates and thats it... hearing only what u want to hear... just my opinion

When have I asked you for a picture? I sincerely do not care if you post 1 a day, a thousand a day or none.

Also if you can't handle a little debate I am the one who feels sorry for you

You should have known that by now
I dont know, is your radio on?
I dont mean to be pedantic but what do you call an adult vegging out on a titty site?
btw it seems Lynette did not read my post, maybe she is only interested in bringing down the stoner posts but when she realises that's all a show she sidesteps to another issue?

An adult vegging out on a titty site is also nothing more than a distraction. It's nothing more or less than what you make of it.

Lynette, I've known a lot of people who are educated, accomplished and miserable. But I've yet to meet anyone who exercises, meditates, and eats right who isn't healthy and content. I think we're going to have to agree to disagree on this topic.

Kidding... on which part???

The pic requests? Show me when I have asked you for a pic??? Please make me swallow my pride and apologise....

I may be many things but I am not the one in need of lying on message baords to somehow make myself feel better?

SO are you 25

or are you 43