'Cracking' the trip

I do. Pain is welcome in my bodily temple

 

I'm living with chronic pain which is a curse and a blessing.

 

That wasn't what I was getting at but fine, no one does but John.

 

What kind?

 

Tendinitis in my hands, arms and feet.

Sometimes intense and sometimes minor. As long as I remember not to do things that aggravate my condition the pain is manageable. A very humbling experience because as much as I may believe that I'm in control, if I forget about my condition the pain comes back with fierce intensity. Puts the whole mind over matter thing to the ultimate test. As much as I believe I can overcome this it just keeps coming back.

 

I'm in the same boots with ibs. It's always a nice reminder of your carbon suit

 

This thread's all over the place, but back to the original post, I think that navigating the acid experience is a skill that can be aquired and once one is proficient, this vehicle can be used to learn about how things work. I don't doubt that you've done this.

When I was 20, I thought I had the general scheme of things figured out. I still believe those things, but have since been humbled. My advice: use your exuberance to be prolific in writing, music, network-building, and loving. You probably already do this, but, I just thought I'd mention it.

I noticed that you mentioned that there is more to learn, and yeah, depending on what new responsibilities you take on, roles you play, and places you go, you may feel like you're back at the start a few times, but you still have the knowlege you've gained in the past as a part of you, whether or not you actively use it.

Personally. ten years later in my life, there's a bunch of other stuff I've realized I don't know and I struggle with learning; such as being a father, husband, educator, trying to figure out how the fuck to play a guitar, and learn the names of all of the birds & animals in my area. I don't speak the local language where I live, so that's a pain in the ass and makes me feel stupid too.

Sorry to get all autobiographical (maybe nobody will read it anyway), but I just thought I'd add something.

 

No that was a great post and definetely made me think. As much as I "get" stuff now, how much more will I not get in 10-20-30-40-50 years?

 

if reality is an illusion then it could consist of any experience, including pain