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Peace Summit with the Dalai Lama, Eckhart Tolle, and Nobel Laureates
Commented Oct 01, 2009 at 11:25:41 in Living
“Eckart Tolle's qualifications are nothing more than that millions of others, me included, hold them in high esteem. Your belligerent and negative attitude indicates that you could benefit greatly from his council.
The past exists only in your mind, the future exists only in your mind. Reality exists in this moment only, you have the power to act or change, in this moment only.
Cherish this moment for it is all you have. THE DEER ASKED ITS MOTHER WHAT TIME IT WAS, WHY IT IS NOW, SHE ANSWERED, WHAT ELSE IS THERE.”
The past exists only in your mind, the future exists only in your mind. Reality exists in this moment only, you have the power to act or change, in this moment only.
Cherish this moment for it is all you have. THE DEER ASKED ITS MOTHER WHAT TIME IT WAS, WHY IT IS NOW, SHE ANSWERED, WHAT ELSE IS THERE.”
The Price of Oil Has Doubled on Obama's Watch -- the Time for Action is Now
Commented Jun 13, 2009 at 13:04:47 in Business
“The higher the cost of oil the better. Oil and its products are destoying our country and our earth. We will not find alternatives until oil becomes economically unatractive. Unfortunately necessity being the mother of invention is the ultimate truth for the human race.
We will drive ourselves and our world to extintion before we act and forget how stupid we were the next day.
When oil goes up people solve the problem, they drive less, use public transportation, science goes to work.
We are driven by need otherwise we just sit on our asses and accept what is.”
We will drive ourselves and our world to extintion before we act and forget how stupid we were the next day.
When oil goes up people solve the problem, they drive less, use public transportation, science goes to work.
We are driven by need otherwise we just sit on our asses and accept what is.”
ImagesAndAdjectives replied on Jun 14, 2009 at 14:39:13
“So true.”
If Swine Flu Makes Us Use Masks, Why Can't AIDS Make Us Use Condoms?
Commented May 09, 2009 at 12:49:06 in Living
“Good artcle, bad headline”
Over the Line: Boehner Inserts Pic of Congressional Hispanics in Terrorist Montage.
Commented Apr 30, 2009 at 18:46:27 in Home
“I truly do not understand the Republicans. Their behavior seems nonsensical and counterproductive to their aims. I truly believe they are insane. They have become a cult whos members rationalize their emotional pathology through hate of the other.
The other can be, a different race, a different nationality, a different religion, a different sexuality, a different political party, a different political phliosophy it doesn't really matter.
They are frightened little people cowering in the corner afraid of bogey men that don't exist.
I am trying to be sympathetic.”
The other can be, a different race, a different nationality, a different religion, a different sexuality, a different political party, a different political phliosophy it doesn't really matter.
They are frightened little people cowering in the corner afraid of bogey men that don't exist.
I am trying to be sympathetic.”
stateretiree replied on Apr 30, 2009 at 20:38:12
“Why try to be sympathetic, these are grown men, they should know better??? This shows just how much they really care about this country. People are losing their jobs, their homes, their retirement, and all the republicants can do is spread B.S. There should be some way that we the American people could stop paying these fools, they are certainly not doing the jobs they were elected to do.”
Your House Is Finally Getting Close To A Fair Price
Commented Apr 21, 2009 at 10:38:35 in Business
“I just bought a home in Orange County. I bought it to live in. I paid a price that I can afford and put 20% down. I am very very happy. I don't really care whether its value in "the marketplace" goes up or down. As I live in it and make it my home it will become more valuable to me.”
Setting the Record Straight Regarding Crime on Craigslist
Commented Apr 19, 2009 at 01:50:10 in Media
“Hey, thats life. If you don't like it don't use the list. They're free adds, Craigs List does not endorse them.
If I use an advertized service I use my resources to check them out, I suggest you do the same. Don't blame Craigs List because you did not do your homewark.”
If I use an advertized service I use my resources to check them out, I suggest you do the same. Don't blame Craigs List because you did not do your homewark.”
Dynamohum replied on Apr 20, 2009 at 09:42:03
“There you go.... THIS IS A PRIME EXAMPLE OF ONE OF THE NUTBAGS ON CRAIGSLIST!!! Further proof it is a cesspool.”
woodsywizz replied on Apr 19, 2009 at 07:16:59
“You've got to be kidding. How the hell do you know? What are your famous "resources"?
Really. What can we rely on?”
Really. What can we rely on?”
If We 'Kill the Rich', Don't We Kill the Dream?
Commented Mar 24, 2009 at 12:20:12 in Business
“Your dream, not mine. In my dream, the American Dream, all Americans are created equal and the government insures equal opportunity for all.
Lets take all the people in New York who are wealthy due to there so called "merit" and start them off in rural Mississippi, or homeless on the street in Los angeles and see how far they get without the family and class infrastructure that made their merit possible.
The American rich and the idea that wealth is the key to happiness have killed America. We have spent the last 20 years blaming the poor for our problems when it is the greedy, narcissistic, materialistic rich who are to blame. Lets go back to the tax structure of that arch liberal, Richard Nixon or Dwight Eisenhower and let the rich pay taxes as a percentage of their wealth and then talk to me about "THE DREAM".
"LIVE SIMPLY, SO OTHER MAY SIMPLY LIVE.
Ghandi”
Lets take all the people in New York who are wealthy due to there so called "merit" and start them off in rural Mississippi, or homeless on the street in Los angeles and see how far they get without the family and class infrastructure that made their merit possible.
The American rich and the idea that wealth is the key to happiness have killed America. We have spent the last 20 years blaming the poor for our problems when it is the greedy, narcissistic, materialistic rich who are to blame. Lets go back to the tax structure of that arch liberal, Richard Nixon or Dwight Eisenhower and let the rich pay taxes as a percentage of their wealth and then talk to me about "THE DREAM".
"LIVE SIMPLY, SO OTHER MAY SIMPLY LIVE.
Ghandi”
KillTheMessenger replied on Mar 24, 2009 at 14:24:08
“There is equal opportunity for all. You just selected a president who proves it.
Having said that, nature does not make all men equal. Some are athletes and some are small and weak. Some are smart and most of us are not.
And there is nothing in the Constitution that guarantees that the state has to overcome the limitations nature has given us.”
Having said that, nature does not make all men equal. Some are athletes and some are small and weak. Some are smart and most of us are not.
And there is nothing in the Constitution that guarantees that the state has to overcome the limitations nature has given us.”
The Guillotine Hasn't Arrived Here Yet
Commented Mar 17, 2009 at 10:29:17 in Business
“We have beeen blaming the poor for our problems for more than 25 years. Its about time we put the blame where it belongs. I keep hearing the right claim that the wealthy pay 60% of the taxes without the mention that they horde 80% of Americas wealth.
THE LIFESTYLE OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS IS FIANLLY LOOSING ITS LUSTER. ITS ABOUT TIME.”
THE LIFESTYLE OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS IS FIANLLY LOOSING ITS LUSTER. ITS ABOUT TIME.”
Happiness Myth No. 6: Money Can't Buy Happiness
Commented Mar 13, 2009 at 00:10:11 in Living
“LIVE SIMPLY SO THAT OTHERS MAY SIMPLY LIVE.
GHANDI”
GHANDI”
Happiness Myth No. 6: Money Can't Buy Happiness
Commented Mar 12, 2009 at 23:49:09 in Living
“Great you can be miserable in comfort, which describes the life of many Americans.
You can also have happines with discomfort, its all in your state of mind.
In fact the persuit of extravagance is the surest route to sorrow.”
You can also have happines with discomfort, its all in your state of mind.
In fact the persuit of extravagance is the surest route to sorrow.”
Happiness Myth No. 6: Money Can't Buy Happiness
Commented Mar 12, 2009 at 20:01:11 in Living
“Don't spend money you don't have, presto, no worries.”
SamKnause replied on Mar 13, 2009 at 20:43:02
“Your post makes no sense. If you have no job you have no money so you are not spending money you don't have. I hope you are never in a situation where you have no job, no home, or no food.”
Happiness Myth No. 6: Money Can't Buy Happiness
Commented Mar 12, 2009 at 10:47:16 in Living
“Gretchen,
Happiness cannot be bought, as love and compassion cannot be bought. Happiness is a state of mind. Having enough to eat, a shelter over your head and a healthy body are helpful, but not essential.
The discomfort people feel in this recession is more related to their diminished possession fueled egos than any real loss.
Modern industrial society is insane: so insane, that the truths of life have become indiscernible to modern man and women.
I suggest that you investigate Buddhism and the Buddhist philosophy and the teachings of Eckhart Tolle.
Anyone with eyes can see, particularly at this time, that the desire for the things that money can buy is just a misguided attempt to find outside ourselves the happiness that in the absence of ego resides within.”
Happiness cannot be bought, as love and compassion cannot be bought. Happiness is a state of mind. Having enough to eat, a shelter over your head and a healthy body are helpful, but not essential.
The discomfort people feel in this recession is more related to their diminished possession fueled egos than any real loss.
Modern industrial society is insane: so insane, that the truths of life have become indiscernible to modern man and women.
I suggest that you investigate Buddhism and the Buddhist philosophy and the teachings of Eckhart Tolle.
Anyone with eyes can see, particularly at this time, that the desire for the things that money can buy is just a misguided attempt to find outside ourselves the happiness that in the absence of ego resides within.”
SamKnause replied on Mar 13, 2009 at 20:54:16
“I don't understand what you are trying to say. You have to eat to survive, you have to have shelter to keep from freezing, and if your in constant pain or have an ailment that requires medication to keep you alive these things are essential not helpful. Maybe I misunderstood your post.”
tartist replied on Mar 12, 2009 at 13:04:49
“Many years ago on a rainy Monday morning, I found myself behind a car with one of the best bumper stickers I've ever read. "Whoever said that money can't buy happiness doesn't know where to shop".”
A Fish Called Denial
Commented Feb 22, 2009 at 14:25:27 in Politics
“Thank you, I agree cmpletely with your sentiment on every issue you addressed.
Thr frieghtening thing is this excess has come to be viewed as normal.
The economic thruth is hitting us in the face and may correct our view of what is important in life.
Lets hope.”
Thr frieghtening thing is this excess has come to be viewed as normal.
The economic thruth is hitting us in the face and may correct our view of what is important in life.
Lets hope.”
Viva La Vulva
Commented Feb 19, 2009 at 17:47:06 in Style
“For some odd reason many men seem to think being a disingenuous jerk is a sign of masculinity. As a recently married but previously dating man it was really a pleasure to have such pathetic competition. My partners pleasure has always been my first priority and I have never made love to someone I have not known well and cared about deeply. I have never found female orgasms to be elusive or tricky. Be patient, compassionate, and genuine and leave your ego at home. Being a good lover requires the same qualities as being a good person. Intercourse will happen when deep mutual feelings of affection need to be expressed, otherwise your just getting laid and it never feels right.”
woodsywizz replied on Feb 20, 2009 at 17:30:53
“Gotta agree with you. Being a 'loving' person makes everything better, doesn't it?”
Milli Vanilli Redux?
Commented Feb 03, 2009 at 21:00:23 in Media
“If the performers had any class they would sing it live or pass. Blaming the producer doesn't fly for me.
I was really impressed by Jenifer Hudson's performance, it ave me new respect for her talent. I'm not impressed anymore and I have no interest in her future activities. For me shes not the real deal.”
I was really impressed by Jenifer Hudson's performance, it ave me new respect for her talent. I'm not impressed anymore and I have no interest in her future activities. For me shes not the real deal.”
mbh78213 replied on Feb 04, 2009 at 11:49:37
“She probably did sing for real, but instead of having her live singing amplified, the audience heard the pre-recorded version. I'm not crazy about it either, but that's how the NFL wanted it.”
Al-Arabiya's Game Changing Interview with Barack Obama: A New Punctuation Point in US Foreign Policy
Commented Jan 28, 2009 at 00:59:52 in Politics
“As the President of the United States you are the father figure to the world. Some people hate their fathers and some people love them, but whtaever the feeling it is held with great passion.
President Obama undestands the power of his position and uses it to make the world a better place, calm those who fear, temper those who are moved to destroy and give hope to the hopeless.
What is the dark magic he uses, is he a God or the second coming, as some mockingly joke? No he is a human being who's heart is bigger than his ego, whose strength comes from within, not from throwing his weight around.
His conversation with the Muslim world today cost no American dollars, sacrificed no American lives, compromised no American ideals and antagonized no American alies yet may have done more to make americans safe and foster democracy and peace in the middle east in one hour than the whole eight years of the Bush tradgedy.”
President Obama undestands the power of his position and uses it to make the world a better place, calm those who fear, temper those who are moved to destroy and give hope to the hopeless.
What is the dark magic he uses, is he a God or the second coming, as some mockingly joke? No he is a human being who's heart is bigger than his ego, whose strength comes from within, not from throwing his weight around.
His conversation with the Muslim world today cost no American dollars, sacrificed no American lives, compromised no American ideals and antagonized no American alies yet may have done more to make americans safe and foster democracy and peace in the middle east in one hour than the whole eight years of the Bush tradgedy.”
dpiyjrtmfr replied on Jan 28, 2009 at 06:54:31
“Well put. Great comment.”
Pupadup4oBama replied on Jan 28, 2009 at 03:44:13
“you put it in complete perspective. And all those "shrubbies" should take note and LEARN what you have written in the last paragraph.”
Jezreel replied on Jan 28, 2009 at 02:02:27
“"His conversation with the Muslim world today cost no American dollars, sacrificed no American lives, compromised no American ideals and antagonized no American alies yet may have done more to make americans safe and foster democracy and peace in the middle east in one hour than the whole eight years of the Bush tradgedy."
Wow. Great comment. I Agree totally.”
Wow. Great comment. I Agree totally.”
The Inaugural Address: Has Obama Lost His Verbal Mojo?
Commented Jan 20, 2009 at 19:02:20 in Politics
“Dan,
Sorry, you've got it wrong. Listen again. The speech chrystalized everything that needed to be said about the past administration, our American heritage and our challenge and new course for the future here at home and abroad in 18 minutes.
Beautiful, concise, inspiring, strong and compassionate.”
Sorry, you've got it wrong. Listen again. The speech chrystalized everything that needed to be said about the past administration, our American heritage and our challenge and new course for the future here at home and abroad in 18 minutes.
Beautiful, concise, inspiring, strong and compassionate.”
Why Would Progressives Make "War" on Christmas? It is a Celebration of Progressive Values
Commented Dec 25, 2008 at 10:28:55 in Politics
“I do not see much evidence of Christians following or trying to follow the path of Jesus Christ. Speaking as an atheist, I think that the teachings of Jesus like the teachings of the Buddha much earlier are radically different from the Old Testament and the Koran.
Jesus taught compassion, love and understanding towards others and forgiveness. Forgiveness of his followers by him and forgiveness of all humanity by his followers. Other than my experience working in Christian homeless shelters where all involved, both givers and receivers, seemed committed to the teachings of the New Testament, most Christians seem much more attracted to the judgment and condemnation of the Old Testament.
Religion is not bad, but people can be, and frequently they use these old metaphysical books to justify their rejection of others.”
Jesus taught compassion, love and understanding towards others and forgiveness. Forgiveness of his followers by him and forgiveness of all humanity by his followers. Other than my experience working in Christian homeless shelters where all involved, both givers and receivers, seemed committed to the teachings of the New Testament, most Christians seem much more attracted to the judgment and condemnation of the Old Testament.
Religion is not bad, but people can be, and frequently they use these old metaphysical books to justify their rejection of others.”
rmreddicks replied on Dec 25, 2008 at 13:03:25
“I'd be a bit more pleased(?) if dogma, no matter who represented by or who represents it, was a little less desirable by humankind. He said, with luck and hoping, a bit less than dogmatically. ( Else doggone.)”
mcantwell replied on Dec 25, 2008 at 11:50:29
“Good Post.”
Obama Was Right To Pick Warren
Commented Dec 19, 2008 at 15:33:20 in Politics
“What one man believes does not change the truth. It will not be spoken and its exclusion will be noted. You may be hurt but you are not excluded, except by choice. You live in a time when finally we can see a time when Gay and Lesbian Americans will be accepted and in time, a short time WILL have the right to marry. It is coming, and the inclusion of Warren will bring it sooner, not postpone it.”
Obama Was Right To Pick Warren
Commented Dec 19, 2008 at 14:52:49 in Politics
“I have been thinking about this, trying to figure out how I feel. At first I was outraged, but I am coming around. We can not change minds we do not have access to. If Obama is the STRONG, good, rational, compassionate man I beleive him to be then he will have a great influence on the people he brings into the fold. He and we can change them because we come from love and compassion, they can not change us.
Hate and predjudice are not rational ideas, they are emotional. They are motivated by feelings of inferiority and fear of the OTHER. Religion is just the attempt to rationalized emotional feelings.
I am an athiest, but loving thy neighbor, judging not, and turning the other cheek as Jesus taught, will bring the change we seek. The people will and should speak loudly and protest, but our President will lead the way.”
Hate and predjudice are not rational ideas, they are emotional. They are motivated by feelings of inferiority and fear of the OTHER. Religion is just the attempt to rationalized emotional feelings.
I am an athiest, but loving thy neighbor, judging not, and turning the other cheek as Jesus taught, will bring the change we seek. The people will and should speak loudly and protest, but our President will lead the way.”
Finally, A President Who Looks Like Me!
Commented Nov 05, 2008 at 02:51:23 in Politics
“I am a Euro American man of who is very happy to be a proud American again. I have been moved to see everyone voting, everyone moved to vote by Barrack Obama. We are so blessed to have him. It is ironic that if not for the extreme failure of the Republicans and George Bush we might have had to wait longer for this day.
It is my belief that Reverend Wright spoke the truth in everything the media cherry picked out of his sermons. We reap what we sew and we have often acted contrary to the interest of the people in countries around the world.
It is a great day for America. I have a president I can look up to.”
It is my belief that Reverend Wright spoke the truth in everything the media cherry picked out of his sermons. We reap what we sew and we have often acted contrary to the interest of the people in countries around the world.
It is a great day for America. I have a president I can look up to.”
Obama's Economic Plan
Commented Nov 01, 2008 at 17:52:32 in Politics
“I think this is a prank e-mail. Someone is making a fool out of Mrs. de Rothschild and something should be done about it.”
Obama Tries to Retract Statement to End Billions in Contracting Fraud
Commented Oct 20, 2008 at 14:32:14 in Business
“In my opinion a change in campaign retoric is not a retraction. We willl see what happens after he's elected. I believe Obama will do the best thing for Americans. That is why it will be so nice to have someone who is very smart holding the office. He can make ratiojnal decisions based on unbiased data. When the fools in America are able to put a Fool in the White House we have no hope.”
Jews for Obama?
Commented Oct 01, 2008 at 13:30:18 in Politics
“Why in gods name do Jews not have the luxury of not being single issue voters. If you would vote for a candidate who would continue the destruction of America because Obama's stated Israeli policies are not tested then you are an Israeli, not an American. A MCCAIN PRESIDENCY PUTS AMERICA AT RISK, AN OBAMA PRESIDENCY PROTECTS ISRAEL AND HELPS STRENGTHEN ITS MOST IMPORTANT PROTECTOR: US!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. DON'T BE SO FOOLISH.”
Wal-Mart Plays Fear Factor and Workers Lose
Commented Aug 19, 2008 at 03:03:23 in Politics
“Your point is what !
Of course higher wages may mean higher prices. We Americans who bypas Wal-Mart do so because we believe our neighbors should be paid a living wage.
We are willling to pay higher prices to support the American dream for all Americans.
Maybe you haven't noticed or don't care, but the Chinese are getting richer and Americans are getting poorer.
You are a fool.”
Of course higher wages may mean higher prices. We Americans who bypas Wal-Mart do so because we believe our neighbors should be paid a living wage.
We are willling to pay higher prices to support the American dream for all Americans.
Maybe you haven't noticed or don't care, but the Chinese are getting richer and Americans are getting poorer.
You are a fool.”
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