Tag Archives: fear

Anal pleasure and health

Posted on March 7, 2011 by BoT Student

My spiritual teacher used to say that Americans (contrary to our self-image) tend to be very complicated about sex, but even more uptight about our anuses (buttholes?  I’m not sure the PC term). He also said it can be useful … Continue reading →

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Swami Rudrananda (Rudi) on pain, hiding, and freedom

Posted on February 7, 2011 by BoT Student

The following quote reminds me of my teacher speaking about “being a man”, male or female, rather than someone who runs from things at the first hint of discomfort. The only way to be free of pain is to digest … Continue reading →

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Meditation, emotional digestion, and mental constipation

Posted on January 26, 2011 by BoT Student

When I was young, I made a commitment to myself to meditate twice a day.  But the clarity of that commitment sometimes faded and I found myself wondering why on earth I would ever do such a thing. Perhaps there … Continue reading →

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Fear as cause of illness – The Mother

Posted on December 16, 2010 by BoT Student

Many people feel anxious these days, what with economic uncertainties, earthquakes and hurricanes, the constant threat of layoffs, the rapid evacuation of manufacturing and high-tech jobs overseas, difficulty finding customers for our goods and services, threats of terrorism or the … Continue reading →

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Bach’s Rescue Remedy (flower therapy)

Posted on December 13, 2010 by BoT Student

Have you ever felt emotionally paralyzed by shock or stress?  I have.  While resorting to God (or buddha-nature, the Great Spirit, etc. or perhaps tonglen, depending on your orientation) seems to be the best solution, along with such things as … Continue reading →

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