hi…just connecting… i aim to do an RD everyday. it helps me connect to spirit and not listen to my head. are meetings posted here?. i use the RD website to find one everyday. I am GMT 
so usually have ro set the filter to ET as not many come up on GMT so have to work outtime difference every time 
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I also use the RD website and choose the meeting that works for me. If your device’s time zone settings are set properly the RD website will show you the meeting times calculated for your time zone. I am in CET and get the time shown appropriately.
I very much like the WestCoastWinddown meeting as it falls in my early morning. I also enjoyed the RD LA meetings and those out of Spokane Soul Center.
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ye when i set it to uk time. about 4 meetings show up if that. I’m sure there was another time i used it with a different looking webpage it showed EVERY meeting but in uk time. thanks.
There are several filters at the top of the page. I disable all of them but set the type to online. Then I will get all the online meetings taking place anywhere with my calculated time. I join the one that fits into my schedule. They are usually not hosted in my time zone but I don‘t mind that.
thanks!. yes i tried the page that sets them to online also… i kinda stick to this one webpage now and know that 7am 12pm 5pm ET equals 12pm 5pm 10pm GMT!!! so its all good Online meetings in ET (Eastern Time) - Buddhist Recovery Network
with this webpage i am not sure that even if i have set it to ‘world’ that it is showing GMT times and if i set it to ‘online’ is it showing meetings in GMT?.. does it just know my phone is English?!.. (it gets frustrating when i want to do a meeting in desperation and hit the zoom link and get ‘waiting host to start the meeting’, because the time is wrong!)… so i stick to the first link i posted and just convert the time so i know i will be straight into a meeting 
When I click that link it will show „world“ in the location filter. I set it to anywhere and got the proper times.
And if that first link works for you, that‘s great!
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"I remember that my friend from university joined a meditation group and often tried to drag me along as well, but I always refused, saying that we would meet for a drink afterward. Maybe I was afraid of my own mind?
In reality, I spent many years driven by fear; now I understand that this mental tendency is rooted in a habit of ‘clinging.’ One could argue that this kind of grasping lies at the core of all our problems."
Gelong Thubten - A Monk’s Guide to Happiness
It’s true, isn’t it?
It’s because of the assumption that we have to he this way or that way, to behave this way or that way in given situation, but the truth is, that we can be and behave in any way we want.
Just because we feel triggered doesn’t mean we have to give in to that feeling and become reactive.
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“When we consciously rest in the present moment, we may discover that everything we have ever wanted is right here. This happens because every time we desire something, we are actually seeking that sense of fulfillment, the feeling of having what we desire. It is not about the thing itself, but about the feeling we are looking for. When we are in a state of mindfulness, we rest in a sense of completeness; we relax into the present moment without wanting it to be any different.”
Gelong Thubten - A Monk’s Guide to Happiness
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Hi I’m new to RD and figured I’d search the threads here. So glad I did. I’ve never found anything that aligns with my belief structure like this. I also have been attending online meetings daily at least once. Thank you
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Glad to hear RD is working for you. The programm spoke to me instantly and I feel right at home there.
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Exactly how I felt. Thank you again for the suggestion 
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"Ultimately, it is the pursuit of happiness that makes us suffer.
The search leads to further searching, with no end in sight.
Moreover, when we convince ourselves that we want happiness, we focus on its absence and nurture a sense of dissatisfaction, which makes us continue hunting for what we believe we lack.
By pushing discomfort away, we usually fail to notice that its very essence is this act of rejection. The real problem is our habit of chasing pleasure and avoiding difficulties, because every habit inevitably grows—causing us to chase more and reject more, reinforcing our sense of dissatisfaction."
Gelong Thubten - Handbook for Hard Times
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This was me…this was an excuse to drink for me. Still a work in progress…
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Or it was more like running away from some discomfort in life, and alcohol allowed temporary relief from this discomfort.
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Absolutely. We will have feelings of fear and anxiety. They are part of being human. We may not be able to control those feelings, but we can control how we respond to them.
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If anyone was wondering why lately my texts are heavily infused with Zen/Buddhism philosophy, then this is a good explanation of that (chatgpt text quoted below):
"Zen-themed literature, including the notes of Zen masters, can indeed become a valuable tool for personal development, affecting both one’s sense of happiness and the process of recovering from addictions. Here are a few aspects worth considering:
- Developing mindfulness and presence:
Zen places great emphasis on the practice of mindfulness – being present here and now. Cultivating this trait helps to better recognize your emotions, thoughts, and reactions, which can contribute to reducing stress and enable you to consciously manage impulses, including those associated with addictions.
- Perspective and acceptance:
Zen books often encourage reflection on the nature of the mind, the impermanence of life, and the acceptance of what is. This perspective can help break harmful thought patterns and open the way to a healthier approach to one’s own problems and challenges.
- Inspiration for inner transformation:
Zen practices and teachings inspire many people to seek a deeper meaning in life, which can lead to greater satisfaction and a sense of fulfillment. In the context of recovering from addictions, such an inner transformation can serve as motivation for lasting changes and taking actions that support the recovery process.
- Complementing therapy:
It is worth remembering that although reading and reflecting on Zen teachings can be very helpful, they generally work best as part of a broader approach. Professional therapeutic support, support groups, or other forms of addiction treatment are crucial, and spiritual or philosophical practices can serve as a complement rather than a substitute.
In summary, studying and contemplating Zen teachings can significantly influence personal development and contribute to improving the quality of life. For many people, such an approach forms an important part of the recovery process and the search for happiness, although the effects depend on the individual approach and the support one receives on various levels."
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Wow! Just reading through this thread and loving it! I love AA too, but mindfulness, detachment/non judgement, and acceptance are crucial life tools for us addicts and normies alike.
I feel they can be complimentary programs, not mutually exclusive! Especially for people like me still.figuring out what we believe about all the big questions.
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Many people attend both types of meetings.
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“We must attain the ‘nothing to attain’ that is mentioned in the Heart Sutra so that we can return to our human nature. We think that there is something to achieve in life: a good car, lots of money, a good job. So we fight with each other, deceive ourselves, and fail to understand one another. When you attain ‘there is no attaining, nor anything to attain,’ which means ‘not just for me,’ then life becomes very simple. Then you and I have a chance to understand each other. We don’t need to compete. You and I are already the same ‘don’t know,’ so we sit together in Kyol Che.”
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