dali48 and playing chess and stopping smoking as a sports student in Tübingen in the 70s etc.
At the moment of death, give up all thoughts of attachment and dislike ... (Jamyang Khyentse)
We easily forget that dying people are about to lose their entire world:
Their loved ones, their possessions, their home, their profession, their bodies and their minds. - They are losing everything! ... (Sogyal Rinpoche)
A friend can become an enemy, and therefore an enemy can also become a friend (see e.g. history, the latter being much more difficult, etc. - d.48)! ... (Tsongkhapa)
A peaceful death is an indispensable basic human right! - Much more essential perhaps even than the right to vote or the right to equality of opportunity! - We may claim that compassion is a wonderful thing, and in part believe it, but in practice our actions are deeply pitiless, - and bring us and others mainly frustration and despair, and not the happiness we are all looking for! - Is it not absurd that we all long for happiness, but that almost all our actions and feelings directly lead away from this happiness? - What could make it clearer that our whole idea of happiness and how to achieve it, is fundamentally wrong? - When all evil, all fear, and all suffering of this world arise from holding on to an I - why do I need that great evil spirit? ... (Shantideva)
The childish persons work for their own good, the Buddhas work for the welfare of others. Just see the difference between them! - If I do not exchange my happiness for the sorrows of the others - I will never reach the state of the Buddhas, and even in "Samsara" I will not be given real joy ...
see dali48 and "I think - therefore I am" etc. (Descartes), see The motto "I buy, so I am" (M. Fox)
"As long as humans think that animals do not feel, animals must feel that humans do not think." " - author unknown
see dali48 and nearly being touched by a low flying swift at lake Unterbacher near Erkrath, 8/1983 till 5/2010
Each day is our whole life - from sunrise to sunset etc… (dali48)
see dali48 and "Zen finds religion in the daily activities." (I-tuan), see Does Zen believe in a soul? - However, the Buddha taught that there are no such things as a permanent Self or Soul which can be reincarnated or reborn after death (Rahula, 1974: page 3). The Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh believes there is no reincarnation in Buddhism (Miller, 2012).
see What is a Zen spirit? - Zen is defined as a state of calm where actions are guided by intuition rather than by conscious effort. The term comes from the Japanese pronunciation of the Chinese word Chan – with roots to the Indian practice of thinking and meditating known as Dhyana.
see What is the psychology of Zen? - Zen is experiential, not didactic. Enlightenment relies heavily on intuition, metaphor, and poetry. The master can point in the general direction toward wisdom, but each person must find their own personal path.19.03.2022
see Is Zen ok for Christians? - Because they are not on the same plane, Zen and Christianity do not conflict. Graham in his book, Zen Catholicism also points out that there is no harm in applying Zen insights into Catholicism.
see Does Zen believe in afterlife? - In Zen, Life and Death are one, a continuum, and they are not separated and there is no dividing line between them (as, indeed, there is actually no dividing line between anything, there only seems to be – divisions are arbitrary and made to enable us to function in the finite world, what Zen calls 'the world of form') ...10.03.2014
see How does Zen affect life? - Zen meditation reduces stress and anxiety by promoting relaxation and deep-breathing techniques. It helps people to manage their emotions, gain clarity of mind and experience deep peace and emotional well-being. The practice halts constant intrusive thoughts.09.05.2024
see What makes a person Zen? - They don't let stress, anger, or frustration get the better of them. According to the Cambridge Dictionary, the word “zen” refers to a person's ability to remain calm and relaxed in the face of difficulties and not worry about things out of their control.27.02.2021
see Is Zen good for Mental Health? - Meditation and mindfulness practices like Zen Therapy have also been shown to have a variety of other positive effects, both mentally and physically, such as promoting feelings of calmness, improving sleep and immune function, reducing feelings of stress and increasing self-awareness.09.11.2022
Let go of something you like, and realize how fleeting it is by living without it... (Ayya Khema)
Buddha realized that all living beings suffer because they desire and cling ... - Peace is an inner attitude to life that consists of letting go and renunciation (see e.g. nuns & monks etc. - d.48) ... (Buddha)
„Das Leben im Daseinskreislauf ist leidvoll: Geburt ist Leiden, Altern ist Leiden, Krankheit ist Leiden, Tod ist Leiden; Kummer, Lamentieren, Schmerz und Verzweiflung sind Leiden." (Buddha)
see dali48 and own experiences and reading & writing about Kübler-Ross, Moody, NDE, LAL etc.
Hands that help are holier than lips that pray! (Robert Green Ingersoll)
see dali48 and UBI & ground pension since 2008, and inflation compensation etc.
see dali48 and Climate Change since Copenhagen 2009 etc. - "Uncontrolled capitalism is producing evil - as bees are producing honey" etc.
see dali48 and reading & writing about peace etc. - see e.g. Zen and Buddhism & Peace & Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh, Ayya Khema etc, and St Nicholas, St Hildegard, St Francis etc. (dali48)
May "God" bless you! - see dali48 and may the Saints & Guardian Angels bless you etc.!
see dali48 and eating less meat, and more fruits & veggies since the 80s etc.
see dali48 and reading & writing about chick shredding, and buying Free range eggs etc.
Homeopathy of S. Hahnemann (ca. 200 years old) should be updated, - i.e. for me more Mother tincture & less medicine shaking, and why is there no homeopathic vaccination? - see "similibus" principle etc. (dali48)
see dali48 and "I hope that Biontech (formerly in Mainz, now in London) & #mRNA #vaccines etc. - will develop a vaccination against cancer etc."
see dali48 and Vollgeld-Initiative & Basic Income in Europe etc. - instead of Banking Crisis 2008 etc.
I also like weeping willow trees - e.g. when I was on camping vacation in the 80s in France & Spain, I had my lunch (fish soup) under such a tree (that was like a tent) in the park of Bordeaux etc. (dali48)
see dali48 and "flora & fauna" since ca. 2000, and deforestation instead of planting trees etc
see dali48 and trees and "flora & fauna" and healthy air etc..
see dali48 and Bread - instead of fire-works harming animals, pets etc.
see dali48 and Democracy & human rights & gender justice etc.
"Respect for life - should be the only religion in the world!" - "Religion is a journey inside - and meditation is the way there." ... (Osho)
see dali48 and health and suitable shoes (see e.g. Canles etc. - d.48) & foot hygiene etc.
see dali48 and “If the Trees disappeared off the face of the earth - mankind would only have little left to live healthy,” see e.g. Amazonas forest, Indonesia
siehe dali48 und "Wie viel Wald verliert Deutschland aktuell pro Jahr? - Die Ergebnisse sind alarmierend: Von Januar 2018 bis einschließlich April 2021 wurden in Deutschland auf rund 501.000 Hektar Fläche Baumverluste verzeichnet. Der Verlust entspricht fast fünf Prozent der gesamten Waldfläche und ist damit erheblich höher als bisher angenommen. 21.02.2022"
see e.g. @CGShanghaiAir Shanghai - 2023-03-06 4PM - PM2.5 - 103 AQI - Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups ... etc.
siehe z.B. Air quality in Mönchengladbach etc.
see dali48 and trees & photo synthesis and fresh air and health and cooling and biodiversity etc.
see dali48 and "flora & fauna" and reforesting etc.
siehe „Eine Gesellschaft ohne Gott, ist wie eine gut organisierte Räuberbande“, hat Papst Benedikt den Bundestagsabgeordneten ins Stammbuch geschrieben (see e.g. Cum-Ex etc. - d.48)
see dali48 and demand for the repayment of 300 euros of self-approved inflation compensation for politicians at the taxpayer's expense etc.
see dali48 and demand for the repayment of 300 euros of self-approved inflation compensation for politicians at the taxpayer's expense etc.
see dali48 and health and herbs (see e.g. M. Mességué), and e.g. kidney-tea, gastrointestinal tea, tea for colds etc.
see dali48 and "Words have no direct reference to life, are only a pale echo or image of something that itself is no longer there" ... (D. T. Suzuki)
see dali48's mother Gabriele and playing piano in Steinbach in the 50s, see dali48 and playing piano for 1 year with Mrs Kirsch in SHA in the 50s, and Christmas songs with Mrs Takahashi in Erkrath in the 80s
see "love" might be defined as "a temporary insanity curable by marriage" ... (Ambrose Bierce)
see dali48 and reading about money & war, - and feeding the poor & birds etc.
In Armut lebt: Jeder 3. Student & 5. Rentner, Wer kein „Entlastungspaket“ bekommt: Studierende, Rentner ohne Grundrente, Kranke, https://pic.twitter.com/RUv88KaLbx
see dali48 & for UBI since 2008 & #ClimateEmergency 2022 & for alternative energy as e.g. wind power & solar energy and solar-
lamp, roof, panel, cooker, window solar-foil etc. since the 70s as a student in Tübingen etc.
see dali48 and writing Tagebuch 2008 + 2009, diary3 (2010) in Erkrath, ediary4+5 (2011+2012), Collection of ediary6-12 (2013-2019) in Wickrath etc.
see dali48 and started cycling in the 1950s at the age of 4.5 in Steinbach, cycled to the St. Michael high school in SHA in the 1960s, cycled on the motorway near Freiburg on car-free Sunday during the 1973 oil crisis, 1978 cycling by tricycle to the grocery store on Kyushu in Japan, cycling in Erkrath, and around Lake Unterbach, along the Rhine in Düsseldorf and Cologne etc., 8/1983 - 5/2010, cycling by his folding-bike in Amsterdam 1998, cycling in Wickrath since 6/2010 etc. - and no own car since ca. 2004 etc.
Autobiography
dali48 was born in SHA in 1948 ... Graduation in 1968, High School St. Michael ... Military Service 1968/69 in TBB etc ... Study in Anglistics / Americanistics / Sports Science etc. in Tübingen etc. in 1970 etc ... French course at Touraine Institute in Tours in 1971 ... Conversation Classes as an exchange student at University of Leeds in 1972/73 ... Assistant Teacher in London in 1975 ... DFJW / SIT, Language Teacher, 1975/76 in Tübingen / Lenzkirch / Breitnau (Black Forest) ... Intensive course in Latein, University of Saarbrücken in 1976 ... Latinum, Bensheim in 1976 ... English & Japanese studies in Tübingen & Kurosaki, Japan in 1978 ... GFBA / Bonn, Teacher, German for Vietnamese in Künzelsau in 1979/80 ... VBW / Ellwangen, Teacher, German for Ethiopians in 1981 ... private tuition in SHA in 1982/83 ... From 8/1983 till 5/2010 as Private teacher for German, English, French, Latin, etc. in Erkrath ... In 1999, Teacher for Abacus in Solingen ... dali48 lives as an Author and Online blogger in 41189 Wickrath/Germany since 6/2010 ... retired since 6/2013 etc.
20.01.1998 - Interpretation of dali48 + update
If you are looking for protection for yourself and others, you should practice the secret:
The exchange of "I" and "Other" ... (Shantideva)
If you are looking for protection for yourself and others, you should practice the secret:
The exchange of "I" and "Other" ... (Shantideva)
Übersicht mit KI
In Shantideva's teachings, particularly in The Way of the Bodhisattva, the exchange of "I" and "Other" is a profound practice aimed at cultivating altruism and compassion. It involves shifting the focus of one's cherishing from oneself to others, recognizing their inherent worth and interconnectedness with oneself. This practice is not merely a mental exercise but a transformative process that reshapes one's motivations and actions.
Here's a breakdown of the concept:
Equality of Self and Other:
The practice begins by recognizing the fundamental sameness of all beings – that everyone seeks happiness and avoids suffering. This realization forms the basis for cultivating genuine empathy and compassion.
Exchanging Self for Others:
This involves actively shifting the focus of one's cherishing from oneself to others. It means considering the well-being of others as important as one's own and acting to alleviate their suffering as if it were one's own.
Practical Application:
This can be practiced through techniques like Tonglen (giving and taking), where one visualizes taking on the suffering of others on the in-breath and sending out happiness and positive energy on the out-breath.
Benefits:
By cultivating this attitude of cherishing others, one can overcome self-cherishing, develop genuine compassion, and ultimately benefit both oneself and others.
Transformative Power:
This practice has the potential to fundamentally transform one's perspective, leading to a more selfless and compassionate way of being.
Shantideva emphasizes that this practice is not just a theoretical concept but a practical method for overcoming selfishness and cultivating a more altruistic and compassionate way of life, according to The Wisdom Experience and Kadampa Working Dad.
Shantideva – Wikipedia
Shantideva (von Shanti: innerer Friede und Deva; Sanskrit: Śāntideva; Geburtsname: Shantivarman; auch: Bhusuku; tibetisch auch: zhi ba lha; 7./8. Jahrhundert) ...
At the moment of death, give up all thoughts of attachment and dislike ... (Jamyang Khyentse)
Übersicht mit KI
The quote, attributed to Jamyang Khyentse, emphasizes the importance of letting go of attachment and aversion at the moment of death. It suggests that clinging to worldly things or emotions can cause suffering during the dying process. By relinquishing these attachments, one can find greater peace and ease in leaving this life.
This teaching aligns with the Buddhist concept of impermanence (anicca) and the cycle of suffering (samsara). Recognizing that everything is constantly changing and that clinging to things leads to suffering is a key aspect of Buddhist practice. The quote encourages practitioners to cultivate detachment from the ephemeral aspects of life, including possessions, relationships, and even the physical body, to prepare for a peaceful transition at death.
Buddhist teachings highlight the importance of cultivating renunciation, bodhichitta (the aspiration for enlightenment for the benefit of all beings), and the correct view of reality (emptiness). By practicing these aspects of the path, one can gradually reduce attachment and aversion, ultimately leading to a more peaceful and liberated state of mind, even in the face of death.
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Apr 22, 2020 - 'jam dbyangs mkhyen brtse chos kyi blo gros) (1893-1959) was an activity incarnation of Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo, and perhaps the most ...
Their loved ones, their possessions, their home, their profession, their bodies and their minds. - They are losing everything! ... (Sogyal Rinpoche)
“Always recognize the dreamlike qualities of life and reduce attachment and aversion. Practice good-heartedness toward all beings. Be loving and compassionate.”
“I often think of the words of the great Buddhist master Padmasambhava: "Those who believe they have plenty of time get ready only at the time of death. Then they are ravaged by regret. But isn't it far too late?" What more chilling commentary on the modern world could there be than most people die unprepared for death, as they have lived, unprepared for life?”
― The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying
The 5 stages of dying:
Denial, anger, negotiation-willingness, depression and acceptance... (E. Kübler-Ross)
― The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying
Sogyal Rinpoche - Rigpa Wiki
Sep 1, 2019 - bsod rgyal rin po che) (1947-2019) — born into the Lakar family in Kham in Eastern Tibet, Sogyal Rinpoche was recognized as the incarnation of ...
The 5 stages of dying:
Denial, anger, negotiation-willingness, depression and acceptance... (E. Kübler-Ross)
Übersicht mit KI
The phrase "denial, anger, negotiation-willingness, depression, and acceptance" refers to the five stages of grief as described by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross in her book On Death and Dying. These stages are a framework for understanding the emotional and psychological responses people may experience when facing significant loss or change, such as a terminal illness or other forms of grief.
Here's a breakdown of the stages:
Denial: A temporary refusal to accept the reality of the situation.
Anger: Feelings of frustration, resentment, and even rage directed at oneself, others, or a higher power.
Bargaining: Attempting to negotiate with a higher power or fate for more time or a different outcome.
Depression: Feelings of profound sadness, hopelessness, and withdrawal.
Acceptance: Coming to terms with the reality of the situation and finding a way to move forward.
It's important to note that these stages are not always experienced in a linear or fixed order, and not everyone will experience all of them. They are descriptive of common emotional responses, not a rigid checklist, according to the Elisabeth Kübler-Ross Foundation.
Übersicht mit KI
Elisabeth Kübler-Ross' bekannteste Arbeit ist das Modell der fünf Sterbephasen, das auch als Modell der fünf Phasen der Trauer bekannt ist. Dieses Modell beschreibt, wie Menschen mit dem eigenen Tod oder dem Tod eines nahestehenden Menschen umgehen. Es beinhaltet die Phasen Nicht-wahrhaben-wollen, Zorn, Verhandeln, Depression und Akzeptanz. Kübler-Ross hat auch intensiv zu Nahtoderfahrungen (NDE) geforscht und darüber geschrieben, wobei sie diese als Teil des Sterbeprozesses betrachtete und als eine positive Erfahrung beschrieb, die Hoffnung auf ein Leben nach dem Tod gibt.
Kübler-Ross' Modell der fünf Sterbephasen:
Nicht-wahrhaben-wollen:
Die erste Reaktion auf eine schlimme Diagnose ist oft die Verleugnung oder das Abstreiten der Realität.
Zorn:
Wut, Ärger und Frustration können aufkommen, oft verbunden mit der Frage, warum gerade man selbst betroffen ist.
Verhandeln:
Betroffene versuchen oft, mit dem Schicksal zu verhandeln, indem sie Versprechungen machen oder Kompromisse eingehen.
Depression:
Trauer, Hoffnungslosigkeit und Rückzug können auftreten, wenn die Realität der Situation immer mehr bewusst wird.
Akzeptanz:
Schließlich kann eine Phase der Akzeptanz und des Friedens eintreten, in der die Situation angenommen wird.
Nahtoderfahrungen (NDE):
Kübler-Ross war eine der ersten, die sich intensiv mit dem Phänomen der Nahtoderfahrungen auseinandersetzte, lange bevor es ein breites öffentliches Interesse dafür gab.
Sie sah NDE als Teil des natürlichen Sterbeprozesses und nicht als etwas Bedrohliches oder Krankhaftes.
Ihre Forschung zu NDE lieferte den Ansatz, dass der Tod nicht das Ende, sondern eine Transformation ist, die mit positiven Erfahrungen verbunden sein kann.
Sie beschrieb in ihren Büchern und Vorträgen häufig die Erfahrungen von Menschen, die eine Nahtoderfahrung hatten, und betonte deren positiven Einfluss auf die Lebenseinstellung und die Angst vor dem Tod.
Zusammenfassend lässt sich sagen, dass Kübler-Ross' Arbeit sowohl das Modell der fünf Sterbephasen als auch ihre Forschung zu Nahtoderfahrungen umfasst, die dazu beigetragen haben, das Thema Tod und Sterben aus einer neuen Perspektive zu betrachten und den Umgang damit zu erleichtern.
see dali48 and own experiences and reading & writing about Kübler-Ross, R. Moody, NDE, LAL etc.
Elisabeth Kübler-Ross - Wikipedia
Elisabeth Kübler-Ross (July 8, 1926 – August 24, 2004) was a Swiss-American psychiatrist, a pioneer in near-death studies, and author of the internationally ...
A friend can become an enemy, and therefore an enemy can also become a friend (see e.g. history, the latter being much more difficult, etc. - d.48)! ... (Tsongkhapa)
Übersicht mit KI
This quote, attributed to Tsongkhapa, highlights the impermanence of relationships within cyclic existence (samsara) and emphasizes that attachments to friends and enemies are ultimately unfounded. It suggests that the labels "friend" and "enemy" are not fixed, and that individuals can shift between these roles due to various factors, including karmic influences and changing circumstances.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Impermanence of Relationships:
The quote directly addresses the fact that relationships are not static and can change over time. Just as a friend can turn into an enemy, an enemy can also become a friend, emphasizing the fluidity of these roles.
No Fixed Categories:
The quote suggests that there's no inherent or permanent distinction between friends and enemies. People can move from one category to the other, and these shifts are often influenced by external factors and karmic connections.
Attachment and Anger:
Tsongkhapa's teachings on this topic often emphasize that the clinging to the idea of fixed friends and enemies leads to attachment and aversion, which are considered major obstacles to enlightenment.
Mind's Role:
The quote implies that the way we perceive and label others is often subjective and based on our own mental constructs rather than the true nature of reality.
Implications for Practice:
By recognizing the impermanence of relationships and the fluidity of these labels, individuals can cultivate equanimity and compassion towards all beings, rather than getting caught up in the dualistic notions of friend and enemy.
In essence, the quote encourages a shift in perspective, urging practitioners to move beyond the limitations of dualistic thinking and to cultivate a more inclusive and compassionate view of all beings.
Tsongkhapa (Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy)
Jul 18, 2011 - Tsongkhapa (1357–1419) is a well-known Tibetan religious philosopher. In his iconic form, wearing a tall yellow hat, he is the center of the Gelugpa (Tib. dge lugs pa) sect that was dominant in Tibet until the Chinese takeover in 1951, and whose de facto leader is the Dalai Lama.
by G Sparham - 2011 - Cited by 4 - Related articles
A peaceful death is an indispensable basic human right! - Much more essential perhaps even than the right to vote or the right to equality of opportunity! - We may claim that compassion is a wonderful thing, and in part believe it, but in practice our actions are deeply pitiless, - and bring us and others mainly frustration and despair, and not the happiness we are all looking for! - Is it not absurd that we all long for happiness, but that almost all our actions and feelings directly lead away from this happiness? - What could make it clearer that our whole idea of happiness and how to achieve it, is fundamentally wrong? - When all evil, all fear, and all suffering of this world arise from holding on to an I - why do I need that great evil spirit? ... (Shantideva)
Übersicht mit KI
This quote from Shantideva, a Buddhist monk and scholar, reflects a core Buddhist teaching: that attachment to the self is the root of suffering. The "great evil spirit" is a metaphor for the ego or the self, which is seen as the source of all evil, fear, and suffering. The question highlights the paradox: if the self is the source of negativity, why cling to it, and why is it seen as something necessary?
Here's a breakdown:
Attachment to Self (I):
Buddhism posits that our perception of a separate, enduring "self" is an illusion. This attachment leads to desires, aversion, and ultimately, suffering.
The "Great Evil Spirit":
This refers to the ego, which fuels negative emotions and actions.
The Paradox:
The question challenges the idea that the self, the source of so much negativity, is something to be held onto.
The Solution:
The quote suggests that true liberation and freedom from suffering come from letting go of this attachment to the self, just as one would release a burning ember to stop being burned.
The quote emphasizes the Buddhist path of liberation, which involves understanding the nature of self and gradually letting go of its illusory grip.
The childish persons work for their own good, the Buddhas work for the welfare of others. Just see the difference between them! - If I do not exchange my happiness for the sorrows of the others - I will never reach the state of the Buddhas, and even in "Samsara" I will not be given real joy ...
Übersicht mit KI
The statement emphasizes that achieving Buddhahood, a state of enlightenment and compassion, requires actively engaging with and alleviating the suffering of others. It suggests that true happiness and liberation are not found in personal comfort alone, but in the selfless act of working for the well-being of all beings.
This idea aligns with the Buddhist concept of Bodhicitta, the aspiration to attain enlightenment for the sake of all beings. It highlights the interconnectedness of all beings and the understanding that one's own liberation is tied to the liberation of others.
Here's a breakdown of the key points:
Interdependence:
Buddhism emphasizes the interconnectedness of all beings, meaning that our happiness and suffering are linked to the happiness and suffering of others.
Selflessness:
The statement suggests that true happiness is not found in self-centered pursuits but in the selfless act of working for the benefit of others.
Compassion:
The quote highlights the importance of compassion as a path to liberation, urging individuals to actively alleviate the suffering of others.
Bodhicitta:
The concept of Bodhicitta, a central tenet in Mahayana Buddhism, encourages the development of a compassionate heart and mind, aiming for the enlightenment of all beings.
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