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The visions are from within too.

What kind of tea? This should determine your level of possession.

My own experience has been the opposite. I find if you have an open heart, and ask for help, they are more than willing to come help - doesn't matter your background or devotion level. It's all about how open and willing you are to be helped. Further, if you call to some deity - chances are there's a reason you feel compelled to do so.

This was awesome indeed! It also bears mentioning that, when I do spend time working with Kali, she manifests in "everyday life" more than other deities for me. I'll give an example: One night I was meditating with her, in bed before sleep. My meditation finished, so I opened my eyes to lay down and doze off. Next to me was my girlfriend, who had fallen asleep but had her laptop still open and a video playing. Right on the screen there was a dark goddess looking woman, similar to Kali in dress and appearance. (yes, my gf watches some weird YouTube stuff at night) I just smiled and went to bed. I have had many of those instances. This posting at the same time is another one for the collection IMO.

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I have always felt Kali close to me, which is weird because I've always felt drawn to other deities. I've also never felt pulled to work with the Hindu tradition. So she is the furthest thing from my interests. Yet there she is, in my peripheral, taunting me with her dancing. I finally acknowledged her one day last year, and connected with her in my meditation. It was powerful, and helped overcome some stuff I had. I still work with her, sometimes and she is still nearby, for what reason - I haven't figured out. But it's cool she is.

There's a thread on the forum where members gave their interpretations of Gospel of Thomas. Heres the link, if your interested https://www.thedaobums.com/topic/31789-gospel-of-thomas/

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Another interesting book is The Snow Leopard by Peter Matthiessen. While not directly about spirituality (he goes in search of a snow leopard in Nepal area), the book has a lot of Buddhist content (the author himself is a Buddhist, and the people he meets along the way like the Sherpas and monks). It’s a classic imo and worth the check out.

Yes, the quote method is generally what is used when replying. You're learning quick! I thought of a good spiritual novel, one you may have read so far. "Autobiography of a Yogi" by Yogananda ... very entertaining. Another good one that's similar to that is "Apprenticed to a Himalayan Master" by Sri M. Both come from the Kriya Yoga tradition, but the latter includes Bigfoot and UFO's in his story... that seals the deal for me There's also "Opening the Dragon's Gate: Making of a Daoist wizard" , the story of Wang Li Ping. Another romantic taoist novel that discusses some alchemy stuff. I didn't learn much in terms of practical information (I don't practice neidan) but it was a fun story to read.

Sorry, Aetherous already invited me in!!! Garlic won’t help you now muhaha

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Traditions don’t begin and end with these two figures. Many, many masters have practiced transmission and some traditions it is very important. Just because you don’t practice it or know about it...

This thought is very common today, and to hold such a limiting belief really puts us at a disadvantage. "He replied, "Because you have so little faith. Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there,' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." Matthew 17:20

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Hello, MargalhoAnt, and welcome. Your membership is approved and we're happy you found your way to us. We look forward to accompanying you on some of the way that you still have to go. Please take the time to read the post pinned at the top of this Welcome page and take a look at the forum Terms and Rules. This covers all you need to know when getting started. For the first week you will be restricted to ten posts per day but after that you can post as much as you like. Also, until you’ve posted fifteen times in the forums, you’ll be a “Junior Bum” with somewhat restricted access and will be allowed only two private messages per day. Good luck in your pursuits and best wishes to you, Fa Xin and the TDB team Hi MargalhoAnt, Welcome. I've studied a bit of naturopathic medicine, informally. I'll be keeping an eye out for your posts. I hope you can share some wisdom with us. You are welcome to jump right in to the ongoing discussions, revive an older thread, start a new thread of your own, or start a discussion in the "Newcomer Corner" sub-forum to expand on your introduction or ask general questions to help you get started. May you enjoy your time here. Fa Xin

Hello, QPQigong, and welcome. Your membership is approved and we're happy you found your way to us. We look forward to accompanying you on some of the way that you still have to go. Please take the time to read the post pinned at the top of this Welcome page and take a look at the forum Terms and Rules. This covers all you need to know when getting started. For the first week you will be restricted to ten posts per day but after that you can post as much as you like. Also, until you’ve posted fifteen times in the forums, you’ll be a “Junior Bum” with somewhat restricted access and will be allowed only two private messages per day. Good luck in your pursuits and best wishes to you, Fa Xin and the TDB team Hi QPQigong, Welcome. I am glad you enjoy the discussions here. Looking forward to seeing you on the forum. You are welcome to jump right in to the ongoing discussions, revive an older thread, start a new thread of your own, or start a discussion in the "Newcomer Corner" sub-forum to expand on your introduction or ask general questions to help you get started. May you enjoy your time here. Fa Xin

Hello, Neko1980, and welcome. Your membership is approved and we're happy you found your way to us. We look forward to accompanying you on some of the way that you still have to go. Please take the time to read the post pinned at the top of this Welcome page and take a look at the forum Terms and Rules. This covers all you need to know when getting started. For the first week you will be restricted to ten posts per day but after that you can post as much as you like. Also, until you’ve posted fifteen times in the forums, you’ll be a “Junior Bum” with somewhat restricted access and will be allowed only two private messages per day. Good luck in your pursuits and best wishes to you, Fa Xin and the TDB team Hi Neko1980, welcome! I don’t know much about the I Ching but there’s a few here that do. I hope you enjoy. I hope you will receive healing here. Welcome and enjoy. You are welcome to jump right in to the ongoing discussions, revive an older thread, start a new thread of your own, or start a discussion in the "Newcomer Corner" sub-forum to expand on your introduction or ask general questions to help you get started. May you enjoy your time here. Fa Xin

Hello, InnerOuterBalance, and welcome. Your membership is approved and we're happy you found your way to us. We look forward to accompanying you on some of the way that you still have to go. Please take the time to read the post pinned at the top of this Welcome page and take a look at the forum Terms and Rules. This covers all you need to know when getting started. For the first week you will be restricted to ten posts per day but after that you can post as much as you like. Also, until you’ve posted fifteen times in the forums, you’ll be a “Junior Bum” with somewhat restricted access and will be allowed only two private messages per day. Good luck in your pursuits and best wishes to you, Fa Xin and the TDB team Hi InnerOuterBalance, I hope you will receive healing here. Welcome and enjoy. You are welcome to jump right in to the ongoing discussions, revive an older thread, start a new thread of your own, or start a discussion in the "Newcomer Corner" sub-forum to expand on your introduction or ask general questions to help you get started. May you enjoy your time here. Fa Xin

Hello, Muhammad, and welcome. Your membership is approved and we're happy you found your way to us. We look forward to accompanying you on some of the way that you still have to go. Please take the time to read the post pinned at the top of this Welcome page and take a look at the forum Terms and Rules. This covers all you need to know when getting started. For the first week you will be restricted to ten posts per day but after that you can post as much as you like. Also, until you’ve posted fifteen times in the forums, you’ll be a “Junior Bum” with somewhat restricted access and will be allowed only two private messages per day. Good luck in your pursuits and best wishes to you, Fa Xin and the TDB team Hi Muhammad, Welcome. Sufi tradition is interesting to me. I look forward to reading your posts. You are welcome to jump right in to the ongoing discussions, revive an older thread, start a new thread of your own, or start a discussion in the "Newcomer Corner" sub-forum to expand on your introduction or ask general questions to help you get started. May you enjoy your time here. Fa Xin

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Hello, Deya, and welcome. Your membership is approved and we're happy you found your way to us. We look forward to accompanying you on some of the way that you still have to go. Please take the time to read the post pinned at the top of this Welcome page and take a look at the forum Terms and Rules. This covers all you need to know when getting started. For the first week you will be restricted to ten posts per day but after that you can post as much as you like. Also, until you’ve posted fifteen times in the forums, you’ll be a “Junior Bum” with somewhat restricted access and will be allowed only two private messages per day. Good luck in your pursuits and best wishes to you, Fa Xin and the TDB team Hi Deya, Hopefully they are metaphorical shackles (although you could still type!) Welcome and enjoy. I hope you become free and see. You are welcome to jump right in to the ongoing discussions, revive an older thread, start a new thread of your own, or start a discussion in the "Newcomer Corner" sub-forum to expand on your introduction or ask general questions to help you get started. May you enjoy your time here. Fa Xin

18 And the disciples of John and of the Pharisees used to fast: and they come and say unto him, Why do the disciples of John and of the Pharisees fast, but thy disciples fast not? 19 And Jesus said unto them, Can the children of the bridechamber fast, while the bridegroom is with them? as long as they have the bridegroom with them, they cannot fast. 20 But the days will come, when the bridegroom shall be taken away from them, and then shall they fast in those days. Mark 2:18-20

Or a shadow person! I am still seen in mirrors... imagine how hard shaving would be. 😄