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diary of dali48: 11.08.2025 - N. C. Rinpoche & "Tantra" and Dualism...: dali48 and private tuition since 8/1983, menaced since 1989, and writing diary & books and photographing in Erkrath till 5/2010 dali48 a...

11.08.2025 - N. C. Rinpoche & "Tantra" and Dualism etc. / Ending & Beginning / The Past & adherence / Pleasure & Pain etc.

dali48 and private tuition since 8/1983, menaced since 1989, and writing diary & books and photographing in Erkrath till 5/2010

dali48 and playing chess and stopping smoking as a sports student in Tübingen in the 70s etc.

 

Wolfgang G. Greiner 

dali48 was born in SHA in 1948... Studies in Tübingen in 1970 etc. Teacher & Author in Erkrath, 8/1983 till 5/2010 ... retired in Wickrath since 6/2013 etc.

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) 

What is the Buddhist quote about pain? - A quote usually attributed to Buddha says, “Pain is inevitable but suffering is optional.” What a profound statement! There is no suffering if you can let go. Pain becomes immaterial in the absence of suffering.29.01.2012

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 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.

31.12.1997 - Interpretation of dali48 + update
Whatever the temporary agony may be, at least for a moment, one can give a relieved laugh to the fact that it can be allowed - that a position, an orientation which was limiting and which appeared to be final, simply falls away, - and dissolves as a "mirage." - Continuity by discontinuity is the exact meaning of "tantra"...

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The idea of "continuity by discontinuity" isn't a universally accepted exact definition of "tantra," but it does capture a core aspect of Tantric thought. Tantra explores the idea that enlightenment can be found by recognizing the interconnectedness of all things, even amidst apparent fragmentation or discontinuity.

Here's a more detailed explanation:

Continuity:

Tantra emphasizes the underlying unity and interconnectedness of all phenomena, often viewing the universe as a manifestation of a single, ultimate reality.

Discontinuity:

At the same time, Tantra acknowledges the apparent diversity, change, and impermanence of the world, recognizing that things are constantly arising and ceasing to be.

Bridging the Gap:

The concept of "continuity by discontinuity" suggests that true understanding comes from recognizing how these apparent opposites are actually linked. It's not about denying one or the other, but about seeing how both are part of the same reality.

Tantric Practices:

Tantric practices often involve working with the body, breath, and mind to experience this interconnectedness directly, sometimes by engaging with seemingly contrasting or challenging experiences.

In essence, Tantra doesn't see continuity and discontinuity as mutually exclusive but rather as two sides of the same coin, and enlightenment is found by navigating this dynamic interplay.

If you were to fall from very great height into death - it would be a pity if you did not enjoy the view, the wind in your hair and the warmth of the sun on your face. - To dedicate to the "tantric" exercise means (see e.g. Buddhist monks with tigers in a Thai monastery, etc. - d.48) to plunge into the "wisdom fire," and to reappear - with the body dressed by the visions ... (C. Rinpoche)

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Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche (b. 1951) is a Tibetan Buddhist teacher and meditation master. .... Jump up to: "About Us – Shedrub". shedrub.org. Retrieved 2018-04-25.

29.12.1997 - Interpretation of dali48 + update
Whoever becomes to someone who renounces the world, who is given up all "secular property" and becomes a monk or a nun. What happens then? - Very simple:
You become completely solid and secure! - Nobody can take away from you the security of nothingness. - You will be like a rock, - powerful and immovable because you are completely mobile ...
Of course, death happens at any moment, - we die with respect to the preceding moment and are born into the following. - Death is only terrible if we do not understand it as a process of transformation - which fertilizes life. Without death, in the deepest, general sense of the word, life would have no meaning. - The memory of a yogi is like the butt of a whore - because nothing remains clinging to it for a long time. - We should strive to be good and friendly, - and in a compassionate way deal with the earth. - That would be wonderful! - Change can only happen by the interaction between someone who has the ability to explain, - and another who has the ability to understand! - If a doctrine has no connection to the indestructible essence, it falls apart in the course of time by itself! - No inquisitions and witch hunts are required! - Sectarianism and the desire to destroy "heresies" are only symptoms of the own insecurity. - Basically, Buddhism rejects 4 misunderstandings:
Dualism, Monism, Nihilism, and Eternalism! - Dualism means that the Creator and the created are separate from each other - Monism means that the Creator and the created are one - Nihilism believes that we have no soul - Eternalism is convinced that we have a lasting, unchanging core... (NC Rinpoche)

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Dualism, monism, nihilism, and eternalism are fundamental philosophical concepts dealing with the nature of reality, existence, and meaning. Dualism posits two fundamental substances (like mind and body), while monism asserts that everything is ultimately one substance. Nihilism denies inherent meaning or value, and eternalism proposes that all times (past, present, and future) exist equally. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown: 

1. Dualism: 

Core Idea: Reality is composed of two fundamentally different kinds of substances or principles. 

Examples: 

Mind-body dualism: The mind and body are distinct entities, with the mind being non-physical and the body being physical. 

Substance dualism: The universe is composed of two distinct substances: matter and mind. 

Key Characteristics: Divides reality into separate, often contrasting, categories. 

2. Monism: 

Core Idea: Reality is ultimately composed of a single substance or principle. 

Examples: 

Material monism: Everything is ultimately material. 

Ideal monism: Everything is ultimately mental. 

Neutral monism: The basic entities are neither mental nor physical, but a single, neutral kind. 

Key Characteristics: Emphasizes unity and the reduction of all things to a single underlying reality. 

3. Nihilism: 

Core Idea: Life has no inherent meaning, value, or purpose. 

Key Characteristics: Often associated with skepticism, pessimism, and a rejection of traditional values and beliefs. 

Types:

Existential nihilism: Focuses on the meaninglessness of human existence. 

Moral nihilism: Rejects objective moral truths. 

Epistemological nihilism: Claims that knowledge is impossible. 

4. Eternalism: 

Core Idea: All times (past, present, and future) exist equally and are equally real.

Key Characteristics: Challenges the idea that the present is uniquely real and emphasizes the fixed nature of time.

Related Concepts: The "block universe" model in physics, where time is seen as a dimension similar to space. 

Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche - Wikipedia

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Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche (b. 1951) is a Tibetan Buddhist teacher and meditation master. He is the abbot of Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery in Kathmandu, ...

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27.12.1997 - Interpretation of dali48 + update
From a "tantric" point of view one can not say, because a relationship comes to an end, that it was not a good relationship. - Likewise, one could say, because a delicious meal comes to an end, that it was not a good meal, - or because a time section ends that it must have been unsatisfying ...
We should try to enter the spirit of "ending" in the same way, as in the spirit of the beginning! - If we really remember what we are - an unbelievable healing power is at our disposal ...

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The phrase "the spirit of ending and the spirit of the beginning" encapsulates the cyclical nature of life, existence, and even spiritual concepts. It suggests that endings are not just finality, but also a transition into something new, while beginnings are not just fresh starts, but carry the weight of what came before. This concept is prevalent in various philosophical and religious contexts, often highlighting the interconnectedness of these seemingly opposing forces. 

Here's a breakdown of the concept:

Beginnings:

Often associated with excitement, anticipation, and potential, but also with uncertainty and the unknown. They represent a new chapter, a fresh start, and the energy of something novel. 

Endings:

Can be associated with relief, sadness, or a sense of completion, but also with a sense of finality and the unknown. They represent the culmination of a phase, a closing of a cycle, but also the potential for something new to emerge. 

Interconnectedness:

The "spirit" of ending and beginning suggests that one cannot exist without the other. Every ending creates space for a new beginning, and every beginning carries the echoes of past experiences. 

Spiritual Significance:

In religious contexts, like in the book of Revelation, the phrase "Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End" signifies God's role as the source and culmination of all things. It emphasizes the cyclical nature of creation and redemption. 

Essentially, the phrase "the spirit of ending and the spirit of the beginning" invites reflection on the continuous flow of life, the constant interplay between change and continuity, and the potential for transformation that exists within both endings and beginnings. 

The "Tantric" vows have predominantly private, internal, mystical character, no specifically moral one - Women are the source of wisdom and inspiration - men of compassion (of the appropriate activity) and of method...
When we commit ourselves to exercise and opening, we commit ourselves to change - and when we change, we die - We must die to change - If we have not died, we have not changed - We have to discover the wisdom of insecurity - Our new name symbolizes our realization that the devil 's circle of wanting, of biting, and of not paying attention (attraction, aversion and indifference) is a game for idiots... (N. C. Rinpoche)

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Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche (b. 1951) is a Tibetan Buddhist teacher and meditation master. He is the abbot of Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery in Kathmandu, ...

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23.12.1997 - Interpretation of dali48 + update
Anxiety creates a deep sense of isolation and a lack of wholeness! - The feeling of isolation impels the compulsion to hold on to soothing closeness! - By holding on to it, those greed for possessing is created which produces anxiety to lose! - Anger triggers defensive reactions and generates aggression and anger (whereby our kind of experience solidifies and intensifies the dualistic contrast between "self" and the "other") ...
The exercises of the "Tantra Path" aim to break the artificial boundaries between the spheres of being. - There is no separation between emptiness, energy and form! - We only adhere to the past when the present seems poor, - and if the future gives no reason for hope! ...

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The quote suggests that dwelling on the past, even clinging to it, is a consequence of present hardship and the absence of future hope. It implies that when the present is perceived as unsatisfactory and the prospect of a better future is bleak, people tend to find solace or familiarity in past experiences or conditions. 

Here's a breakdown of the quote's meaning: 

"We only adhere to the past...":

This part indicates a reliance on the past, a turning back to what has already happened when the current situation is undesirable. It's as if the past becomes a refuge or a point of comparison, highlighting how much better things used to be.

"...when the present seems poor":

This clarifies the reason for this backward glance. The present is not fulfilling, not meeting expectations, or is perceived as negative in some way.

"...and if the future gives no reason for hope!":

This addition emphasizes the crucial role of future prospects. If there's no expectation of improvement or positive change, the tendency to cling to the past is even stronger, as it represents the last remaining point of reference.

Essentially, the quote points to a psychological phenomenon where individuals seek comfort in the familiar when the present is difficult and the future appears uncertain. It highlights the importance of both a positive present and a hopeful future for maintaining a sense of well-being and avoiding excessive dwelling on the past. 

We have to work very hard to stay in the state of frustration. - When the moment comes, when we see that we have created all this terrible uncertainty, irritation, loneliness, anxiety, and depression - we can suddenly laugh aloud. You can always fall in love again with the same partner, or even into a whole series of different people - that does not make a difference in the end (apart from the fact that the children born from such connections have to be taken care of)! ...
We can only experience the continuity of the relationship with one person if we are able to embrace the changes that are taking place all the time! - We can experience the dance of discontinuity with a succession of different partners - only if we are prepared to encounter the experience of pleasure and pain as if they had the same taste ... (N.C. Rinpoche)

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Pleasure and pain are fundamental human experiences, intricately linked and often experienced in a dynamic interplay. While pain is generally perceived as negative, it can paradoxically enhance pleasure and contribute to overall well-being. Conversely, pleasure can be followed by a sense of letdown or a craving for more, highlighting the brain's tendency to maintain a balance between these two states. 

Key aspects of the pleasure-pain experience:

Pain as a precursor to pleasure:

Intense physical exertion, like running, can trigger the release of opioids, leading to a euphoric "runner's high". Similarly, experiencing relief from pain can boost happiness and reduce sadness. 

Pain and pleasure in the brain:

Brain imaging studies show that pleasure and pain are processed in similar brain regions, suggesting a close relationship. This interplay is crucial for maintaining a state of equilibrium within the brain. 

Paradoxical reactions:

Humans exhibit paradoxical reactions to both pain and pleasure. For instance, screaming can occur both in response to intense pain and extreme pleasure. Similarly, laughing can be triggered by both humor and anxiety. 

Homeostasis:

The brain seeks to maintain a balance between pleasure and pain, known as homeostasis. When the brain experiences too much pleasure or pain, it tries to counteract the imbalance by generating an opposite response. 

Addiction and the pleasure-pain balance:

Prolonged drug use can shift the pleasure-pain balance towards pain, making it harder to experience pleasure and increasing the desire to avoid withdrawal symptoms. This can lead to a cycle of addiction where individuals crave the drug simply to feel normal. 

Pain as a warning signal:

Physical pain serves as a crucial warning signal, protecting individuals from harm. Without the ability to experience pain, individuals may be more vulnerable to injury and illness. 

The role of pleasure:

Pleasure, in contrast, is seen as a positive reinforcement, guiding individuals towards actions that promote well-being. A lack of pleasure can lead to emotional and psychological distress. 

Cultural and philosophical perspectives:

Philosophers and psychologists have long explored the relationship between pleasure and pain, with some theories suggesting a natural drive for homeostasis and others highlighting the potential for pleasure to be found in experiences that also involve discomfort. 

In essence, the experience of pleasure and pain is a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and even philosophical factors, shaping our perception of the world and influencing our behaviors. 

Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche - Wikipedia

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Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche (b. 1951) is a Tibetan Buddhist teacher and meditation master. He is the abbot of Ka-Nying Shedrub Ling Monastery in Kathmandu, ...

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