Do You Have Control Over Your Thoughts?

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From a Buddhist perspective, thinking is a kind of action and that happens even before you say something out loud or move with your body. And so Buddhists take thought very seriously and I think that's similar in other traditions as well. People don't think that they have control over their thoughts but I found opposite to be the case for myself. If you intentionally try to think certain thoughts and intentionally try not to think other thoughts then that shapes the kinds of thoughts that you tend to have.

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What is a "quasi-monk"? How hard is it to govern one's own speech and thoughts? What is "maximum deep benefit"? And how does it differ from effective altruism? How can we best direct our energy, time, and resources to do good in the world? Should more people become monks and/or adopt a lifestyle of service to others?

Tasshin Fogleman is an extremely online wandering quasi-monk on indefinite pilgrimage for the benefit of all beings. He lives a simple life, dedicating his life to being of service, supported by the generosity of others. He has three main endeavors: spreading love, following his curiosity, and empowering others. Follow him on Twitter at @tasshinfogleman or learn more about him at his website, tasshin.com.

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