Is Your Heart Open?

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When people open their heart, it's kind of painful because they have this backlog of emotions that they haven't felt. But once you really allow all of the feelings to be there, then it's sort of like, I don't know, unclogging a pipe or something like that. And then there's a happiness and freedom and peace that's associated with that. It's not some kind of transcendent on top of mountain peace. It's like, oh, yeah, there's just whatever is actually here. I'm allowing myself to feel it."

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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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