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Bringing it back to the original question: Would drinking milk produce negative vipaka? Yes, if the 'drinker' is aware of the implications of drinking milk, and does so anyway. To me, that implies a lack of responsibility. I hope I am not coming across as 'Holier than thou' I am often an...

Namaste V, I believe that as our understanding of the natural world evolves so should our spiritual practice. It is well documented that dairy has ill effects on a persons health, especially the dairy of today. Ill health is certainly detrimental to Sadhana. ex: Ghee has been documented as...

This is navel gazing at its finest

When I see a child as a victim of war or poverty, I do not think God or Karma. I think, poor child, how can we prevent this from happening. It is not for you to figure out these details and your time here is so precious. You are infinitely blessed to have the luxury of asking these questions...

well said :)

Turn your clock away so you cannot see it from your bed All lights off, sound off, tv off, mirrors never facing the bed Be in bed before 10pm Go to bed on an empty stomach Avoid any stimulation like tv a few hours prior

I recommend any of Donna Farhis books to start you with a Yoga practice :)

Are you both kidding?

Hello, I purchase distilled water It is safest and I make sure to eat mineral rich foods, so the lack of minerals in Distilled is not an issue for me

Namaste V, I repeat mantra internally and the depression or anger seem to cool/melt into the sound. It never makes the emotions go away, I just then experience moments where I am not so attached or involved in the feelings.

Can someone kindly make clear the controversy surrounding Kadampa Buddhism and the Dalai Lama? I have yet to find an objective explanation. There is a Kadampa Buddhist center in my city however I am hesitant to attend because of the 'drama' and apparent violence surrounding the Dalai Lama's...

Namaste Vajradhara, I believe that consumption of animal products, dairy included, is detrimental to our health and because of that it will slow Sadhana. Do you agree? Blessings, A

I have read studies of sitting meditation affecting the brain. Deep breathing has physical effects on the brain. If spirituality is experienced during pranayama or through a practice of mindfulness, how is that different than through ingesting a substance. Drinking ayahuasca, watching the...

Great 5 part audio YouTube - Horizons Psychedelic Conference 2008 - ALLAN HUNT BADINER Pt 1/5

I found his views on Psychedelics & Buddhism refreshing There are 5 parts YouTube - Horizons Psychedelic Conference 2008 - ALLAN HUNT BADINER Pt 1/5

great thanks!

Yes, Dioxin/DDT and other toxins are fat soluble, which is why there is abundance of them in flesh and animal tissue, and not so much in plants.

Attempt # 2 Does this include organic meat? Of course, there is no question that organic farming, pastoral or arable, is less harmful than conventional practices. And there is no question that organic veggie farming is far more sustainable than pastoral farming. Veggie farming uses far less...

Hi Samabudhi, I firmly believe that eating animal foods is detrimental to health. With that knowledge, eating a steak or drinking a glass of milk would be an act of violence and disrespect to this body we have been blessed with, that in itself carries its own karmic load I would rather do...

Brian, quit psychoanalyzing and stick to the topic and facts. This is getting boring. Does this include organic meat? Of course, there is no question that organic farming, pastoral or arable, is less harmful than conventional practices. And there is no question that organic veggie farming is...