chrisc <>

Does anyone feel that theres something wrong with there reality? I
know this is a vague question, but those who understand it will be
able to answer. It's a nagging feeling that will not go away.
Reality as I percieve it does not feel right. Theres something wrong
with the world. A feeling that something greater is going on. I just
can't pin down what it is. I'm not talking about local earth events.
More like all life is being controlled extra-dimensionally. This is
the closest I can pin it.

--
"A tree the size of a fathom grows from a blade as thin as a hair.
A tower nine stories high is built from a small heap of earth.
A journey of a thousand miles starts in front of your feet."
The Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu.

ChrisC

nick argall

It's an invasion of Taoists!

I can remember a feeling like that. I think. My reality has made a sort of
sense that I can't explain for long enough that I'm having difficulty
remembering the person I used to be.

Now is a good time to recommend reading _The Way of the Shaman_ by Michael
Harner.

I think actually, the reason I don't have a sense of nagging unease any more
is because I believe that all life really is being controlled by something
that cannot be perceived. (Lacking a name for it, I call it "Tao" *wink*)

And there is something wrong with the world, it's very sick, and it needs us
to do a better job of caring for it, and for ourselves.

But I guess, now that I've hopped between different realities enough times,
I have the ability (although I may forget at times) to operate from the
reality that suits the circumstance.

Spirit has a reality that has been denied. It's an important reality.

Nick

chrisc <>

How do you hop realities? Psychedelics? Or should I read the
recommended book for more insight?

--
"A tree the size of a fathom grows from a blade as thin as a hair.
A tower nine stories high is built from a small heap of earth.
A journey of a thousand miles starts in front of your feet."
The Tao Te Ching by Lao Tzu.

ChrisC

nick argall

I have never used psychedelics. Harner's book is not the most potent book
on the subject, but it is one of the safer ones. This makes it a good
starting point.

Nick

spambegone

Be very careful about hopping realities. It ain't always what it is
cracked up to be, and can make problems for you if you aren't careful.
Also, psychedelics and other drugs will sure change the way you see
reality, but not in a healthy, positive way.
From some of the places I have seen this message (I lurk in other
groups as well) I would say that you should first seek to gain a sense
of being grounded. See if that helps the situation. If it doesn't,
then you can see where else you are led.
Blessings, Lucida

nick argall

Good point. (And it's nice to have you back, Lucida)

spambegone

I have been lurking here, mostly. Still have not made much progress
with the depression. It is very frustrating. But, I am managing to
keep my head above water, and I guess that's all that really counts
right now. My therapist pointed out to me yesterday that the fact that
I have managed not to give up is a major accomplishment, and he thinks
I am doing better than could be expected. Still doesn't feel that way,
but it was nice to hear. :-)
If I am right, your "big night" is coming up. Know that I am thinking
of you.
I am hoping that once I feel a bit more stable, I will be able to
participate more in things I have put on the back burner, but right
now, much of my focus has been on getting through work and keeping the
darkness at bay. Pretty tiring, I've got to say, but at least it is
not as bad as what people like Nita have to deal with... I think of
her frequently, and hope her battle is successful.

Blessings,
Lucida

nick argall

Your therapist's opinion seems to be consistent with mine *hugs*

Thanks

For those I haven't already told - I will be appearing at the Comic's Lounge
(26 Erol St North Melbourne) on Tuesday night at 8:30pm.

Being sick is hard work *more hugs*

Nick

sdavid31

Reality is not changing only your
perception of reality is.