I read Taryal’s post carefully and would like to ask him some questions. Please feel free to reply to only those you feel comfortable answering.
1. What do you mean when you say, “Long story short, I became a Dhamma practitioner and I am happy to say that so much of my mental vexations naturally went away.” Briefly explain (only if you feel comfortable) what the ‘practice’ means.
2. Do you believe in rebirth? How much do you understand about concepts like the anicca nature and Paticca Samuppada?
- Have you read the post “What Reincarnates? – Concept of a Lifestream“?
- Have you read my posts on (distorted) saññā? If so, what do you think are the major implications of it?
3. Regardless of whether you answer those or to what extent, I can make some general comments. My questions are designed to gauge your level of understanding, so that I MAY BE able to provide some specific suggestions. I know that you are a well-educated and intelligent young person. But those are different from “understanding of Buddha’s teachings.” Please take your time to respond.