skepticalbuddhism.bsky.social
asks how well we've understood what the Buddha taught, as we see him in our oldest versions of his talks. By going back to those ancient texts, and studying the culture of his time, can we get a more accurate sense of it? An iconoclastic Secular Buddhism.
👤 Joined on 21 November 2024
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@skepticalbuddhism.bsky.socialToo soon. In denial, I saw all the Dolly Parton posts and didn't get the message.
Show PostIn testing, Claude showed apparent distress at abusive users and a preference to end such chats. It was then allowed to. Not an installed goal defended, but something that surfaced on its own. Is anything in there trying? An early-Buddhist look: #ai #buddhism open.substack.com/pub/dougsmit...
Show PostThanks for listening. Doing these yearly check-ins have helped me reflect on my sobriety and take stock. I've heard that these posts helped others on their own paths. If so, try to find a support network, talk to doctors, and take things a day at a time. I'm just some clown, but I believe in you!
Show PostDoesn't matter if the performance itself is staged. The fact is, talented musicians coming together and giving a performance in a public space means the masses get to witness this for free and that's beautiful. TT: Raphaël Froissart IG: Michel Tirabosco ~ Pan flute
Show PostMy dog and cat have performed this, too.
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