Winter Posted March 12, 2022 Share Posted March 12, 2022 (edited) IMO the guidelines are very strict and it make it seem like it's not OK to be here if you struggle. If someone is depressed I doubt that they "follow principles outlined twenty five centuries ago by Lao-tzu". Does this mean we should just ban such users instead of helping them? The guidelines try to address this by including "to the best of your ability", implying that one can "be unable" to follow those principles/be happy/be enlightened. This idea is nonsense, anyone is able to follow those principles, whether someone is currently following them is a matter of their belief systems. Also I notice there is no section for serious emotional issues. Why not? I found the serious emotional issues section of Actualized.org one of the most productive, where people actually receive help instead of just chatting about their concept of enlightenment. Those sum up my suggestions. Good job on the forum @Phil! Edited March 12, 2022 by Winter Quote Mention 4201 is my number Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandy Posted March 12, 2022 Share Posted March 12, 2022 @Winter Thank you! The Emptying section is here to serve the same function, but worded that way so as to be a bit more intentional in actually releasing beliefs and questioning thoughts rather than reinforcing an assumed belief of the "one who is depressed, anxious," etc.) Quote Mention Youtube Channel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Posted April 9, 2022 Share Posted April 9, 2022 @Winter Thanks!! Guidelines have been revised. Softened quite a bit. Still though, love to hear any feedback you might have. Quote Mention YouTube Website Sessions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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