Hi Robert. Your response reminds me so much of U.G. This is exactly how he described this "natural state" or whatever it is that occurred, if anything occurred. And he also did not claim to be a teacher or have students. Those who knew him and hung around him all had their individual take on it. For me, he was my friend. And I have never had a better friend than U.G. He gave me nothing, which I am very grateful for. I am standing on my own two feet. As far as personality, you and UG are not alike. But as far as the expression of whatever THIS IS -- you nail it every time.
Thanks, Ellen. I have heard similar things from other friends of UG. I guess this point of view is embedded along with all the others as part of the human condition. "Own two feet" is a rare and radical stance. I wish you all the best.
the concept of "if you were born in other circumstances" is a funny one. Of course, there is no possibility of a "you" beyond the you that exists here and now, with all of the circumstances that got you here. I'm not saying this to make a point, but rather because reading that line was a great pointer for me. I started thinking about a "me" under other circumstances, and suddenly the concept of "me" started slipping through my fingers like sand.
Got a 4 month old black kitten recently. It is like a rebirth ;-) Or, who knows. Anyhow, sending much Canadian, kitten and all kinds of - love. From Vancouver.
Oh my, I experienced this as the most clear thing I have ever read. To hear it uttered in such a plain way makes the distinction unforgettable. That was a contribution to my life. Thank you.
Robert Scott’s response to this post is similar to mine. And as you may know I am a big fan of U.G. even though I wasn’t fortunate enough to hang out with him like Ellen. Thank you Robert. You are the real deal whatever the hell that is!
Thanks - personally, I think that the idea of anyone being able to "teach" someone else this stuff is flawed from the start. I agree with you that if someone is at a point, through luck and the arising of causes and conditions of which they will be mostly unaware, whereby another's words or actions trigger a shift in perspective...cool. But that's all.
Hi Robert. Your response reminds me so much of U.G. This is exactly how he described this "natural state" or whatever it is that occurred, if anything occurred. And he also did not claim to be a teacher or have students. Those who knew him and hung around him all had their individual take on it. For me, he was my friend. And I have never had a better friend than U.G. He gave me nothing, which I am very grateful for. I am standing on my own two feet. As far as personality, you and UG are not alike. But as far as the expression of whatever THIS IS -- you nail it every time.
Thanks, Ellen. I have heard similar things from other friends of UG. I guess this point of view is embedded along with all the others as part of the human condition. "Own two feet" is a rare and radical stance. I wish you all the best.
the concept of "if you were born in other circumstances" is a funny one. Of course, there is no possibility of a "you" beyond the you that exists here and now, with all of the circumstances that got you here. I'm not saying this to make a point, but rather because reading that line was a great pointer for me. I started thinking about a "me" under other circumstances, and suddenly the concept of "me" started slipping through my fingers like sand.
I really just want to come and hang out with you and your wife and your donkeys. xoxo
Robert I actually mean it.
Got a 4 month old black kitten recently. It is like a rebirth ;-) Or, who knows. Anyhow, sending much Canadian, kitten and all kinds of - love. From Vancouver.
Oh my, I experienced this as the most clear thing I have ever read. To hear it uttered in such a plain way makes the distinction unforgettable. That was a contribution to my life. Thank you.
Reading this was a good hit, Scott--good vibes. Thanks.
It’s great news!
The sky has fallen
And nothing is wrong
Again!
Clear as clear water, Robert!
Thank you very much.
Es mi placer, amigazo.
Robert Scott’s response to this post is similar to mine. And as you may know I am a big fan of U.G. even though I wasn’t fortunate enough to hang out with him like Ellen. Thank you Robert. You are the real deal whatever the hell that is!
Thanks - personally, I think that the idea of anyone being able to "teach" someone else this stuff is flawed from the start. I agree with you that if someone is at a point, through luck and the arising of causes and conditions of which they will be mostly unaware, whereby another's words or actions trigger a shift in perspective...cool. But that's all.
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