P.S Sincerely, Adventure

#UnapologeticallyBlack

[pssincerelyadventure]

I notice everything I do not have And decide it is beautiful -the sun and her flowers 🌺 by Rupi Kaur author of Milk & Honey 🍯. Rupi is so funny I had a great time with my Soror. Thanks for inviting me along Amanda! (at The Chicago Theatre) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoalMVNFspw/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ltlxhre3onnz

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Reflections on the Gohonzon

I had lapsed in my Nichiren Buddhist practice for awhile. But recently I was out somewhere and there was...things happening (this is intentionally vague for reasons) and I felt this deep seated jealousy. Like someone planted a seed and it had planted roots that wove through my veins. I could feel it in every aspect of my being; it was dark and enveloping. In that moment I didnt recognize myself. It was also in that moment that I decided I would be going to the SGI Cultural Center the next day, buying new Juzu beads, a new liturgy book and doing some transformative Daimoku.

If you’re reading this and you’re new to Nichiren Buddhism, this practice involves chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo. This translates to “I dedicate myself to the Mystic Law”. Mystic Law = Cause and effect = Karma. We chant NMRK and do Gongyo, a twice daily practice of reciting the 2nd and 16th chapters of the Lotus Sutra to the Gohonzon (more on this later) in order to attain Buddahood. This is what separates Nichiren Buddhism from other types of Buddhism; the belief that you can attain Buddahood in this lifetime.

There are Ten Worlds referred to in Buddhist writings. I knew that based on what I had been going through the past few months, being financially unstable, overwhelmed, ill, I was in probably what’s considered Hell and moving through the other six lower paths. I needed something to change.

When I came before the Gohonzon that Sunday I found myself wanting to close my eyes. What does it mean to close your eyes before the Gohonzon, a sacred object of devotion? The Gohonzon serves as a mirror to reflect our innate englightened nature and cause it to permeate every aspect of our lives. When I was reluctant to open my eyes and essentially face myself in the mirror, I realized that I must not like who I was seeing.

It was also after attending a discussion meeting the next day, that I remembered Causes are made by actions, words, and thoughts. It’s easy to forget that thoughts are part of your karma, because they’re not negatively impacting anyone in a way that you can see the effects. With these reflections in mind I went to the Gohonzon to chant Daimoku as you’re supposed to, with a strong and steady rhythm. I chanted for courage, I chanted to rid myself of self-doubt, and I chanted for others’ happiness. I felt light overtaking the darkness and I was able to gather my courage and do something I had been putting off out of fear.

I can always count on turning inward to find what I need to achieve my goals through the power of chanting Nam-Myoho-Renge-Kyo. I’ve been chanting with my eyes open and I’m glad that I can look at myself in the mirror again.

[pssincerelyadventure]

Monday reminders ☀️#schoolcounselor #impostersyndrome #mondaymotivation #inspiration #message (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn05gQSliW2/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=k1z3t12dvrkv

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I’m thirsty for fall and Halloween so I put together a list of my personal favorite movies for the season. Psychological thrillers included. I like slashers I can’t do supernatural/demonic movies those too scary lol #Halloween #halloween2018 #slasher #scarymovies #fallweather #halloweentown #trickrtreat #talesofhalloween #urbanlegend #scream #thegift #theinvitation #iknowwhatyoudidlastsummer (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bm5tcnWlwDj/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=mw6psgxggjbl

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V.A.L.O.R est. February 27, 2016 #5 Rhoyal Tenacity Eta Xi Sigma ⚪️⚪️⚪️⚪️⚪️🔴🔴⚪️⚪️⚪️⚪️⚪️ Founders’ Day approaches 💙💛 November 12, 1922 Butler University Indianapolis, Indiana 95 years strong #sigmagammarho #sgrho #sgrho1922 #PrettyPoodles #workdesk #spring16 #rhovember

[ruinedchildhood]

[cosmic-noir]

This is so much better tbh lol

[workingitinportland-deactivated]

watching an actress in full makeup pretend to wash her face and then pat dry her still fully contoured cheeks for an acne wash commercial

when i was 13 i had no idea what make up looked like on. media literacy is important

[judeoceltische]

I especially like the makeup remover ads where she takes off her lipstick, to reveal lighter lipstick underneath.

[cupcakeslushie]

or the commercials for razors with women shaving their already baby smooth, waxed legs

[radicalfeministdragon]

This is such a surreal, dystopian thing about our culture. We literally treat the natural female body like its obscene. No wonder girls grow up with so much self loathing when they feel as if their own skin is incorrect.

[spangledshieldsandsilverwings]

[profeminist]

Source

You had me at “Ruth Vader Ginsburg”

[pocblog]

[emmacharlottewatson]

‘Stranger Things’ Cast + PHOTOSHOOTS

[genderphobia-deactivated2018101]

protect them at all cost

[pssincerelyadventure]

Run Barry….Run #iriswest #theflash #barryallen #halloween #representation #irisisperpetuallyworried #butBarryIsConstantlyInDangerSoItsFine #lookingformybarryallen (at Oak Lawn Public Library)

[pssincerelyadventure]

I hate her. I see her as a remnant of your old life. Before me. Before the intimacy. Before you knew who you were. She doesn't deserve you. Only because I do. Pretending to care about her is exhausting. I want my moments with you.

Dear Him, Letters I Never Sent

[pssincerelyadventure]

What I miss most about my old life is you. I still wish it was summer.

Dear Him, Letters I Never Sent

[pssincerelyadventure]

From the moment I saw you, I knew I wanted you. Not in a sexual way, but something about you spoke to me. Its the energy you give off when you're near me. It's in your voice. It's in your skin. The hint of melanin that betrays you to the world.

Dear Him, Letters I Never Sent

[toziertrashmouth]

can stranger things 3 have a sub plot that focuses on steve falling in love with a new girl and finally moving on from nancy and dustin is the one to start giving girl advice

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Stress level: Joyce Byers in every episode of Stranger Things.

[b3hold-a-lady]