posted February 28, 2005 07:15 PM         

There are as many images of perfect beings, as there are imperfect beings. But, ultimately, a being possessed of true perfection, an absolute harmony of elements, - as Shakespeare wrote, "[on whom every planet did seem to set its stamp, as if to give assurance of a man]", transcends our powers of conception; and it certainly transcends our customary notions of gender.

In occult science, certain qualities have become associated with the female (yin), and others with the male (yang). This is because, on average, the female tended to exhibit the "yin" characteristics, while the male tended, on average, to be more "yang". But, the wise have always known that these distinctions are relatively arbitrary. What was labelled "yin", and noted as exhibiting yin characteristics one moment, may have to be labelled "yang" for exhibiting yang characteristics the next. The wise have always taught that harmony consists in a perfect balance of these elements. They have also taught that perfection as we tend to understand it, as static, does not appear to exist, but, rather, although it may be said to exist, it can only be understood as an eternal process, with no other object than to express the perpetual harmonizing of elements.

Hence, when treating of characteristics traditionally noted as being "female" or "male", "yin" or "yang", the key thing to remember is balance. Balance in everything.

When we praise faith, or abandon, it is seemingly at the expense of reason, and when we praise reason, it is seemingly at the expense of faith. But, although faith and reason are (in our minds) opposed, they are also polar, and belong to a larger experience, in which both are necessarily balanced against one another.

The more closely we examine things like logic and passion, faith and reason, men and women, the more complex the characteristics appear, and the root principles of yin and yang are swapped like spit. One appears active, masculine, or yang, one moment, and passive, feminine, or yin, the next, and it is only when we marry ourselves, so to speak, to one interpretation, that we prevent the evolution of consciousness, which seeks always to oppose these principles in an effort to reconcile them.

Faith, passion, or abandon, may seem yang, when we consider it as an action, an outward, aggressive movement. And it may seem yin, when we consider it as the opposite, or absence, of ego assertion.

Reason becomes masculine when it is an action, an outward expression, and feminine when it is reflective, an inner awareness.

All this can be infinitely confusing.

The only truly important thing to keep in mind is this:

Nothing is SUPPOSED to be anything.

Just another message from your local, neighborhood preacherman,
hsc

posted February 28, 2005 09:48 PM         

I guess its heartshapedcross again.
I was unsure for a moment there,
but im back to my old self.
Then again, maybe we'll see diogenes around yet.

Sorry to hear you are depressed?
Is it situational, or are you just a mental case, like me? That would suck.

Whatever it is, i hope it passes and you feel better tomorrow.

take care,
hsc

posted February 28, 2005 10:13 PM         

And yes, I am a situational mental case.
I have been feeling super raw and underloved.. even though Valentine's week I was so loved it was kind of wierd....
Love is one thing.. Understanding another. He can't really love this nutcase with good oral skills.

posted March 01, 2005 02:56 AM         

I just ended my period too. I guess we're in synch. We hang out here way too much. LOL

posted March 01, 2005 08:18 AM         

I feel so left out ...

posted March 01, 2005 08:34 AM         

Its true, what you said ... I was trying to say something to taht effect, but you are soooo much more articulate and deep.

Thanks for understading where I am coming from Steve. Its such a rare gift, to find someone who can make out even half of what Im saying!

Love

posted March 01, 2005 09:41 AM         

The most important thing in this thread is that Pixie said she is depressed. Pixie, in light of your other thread in H&H, I can't urge you enough to have your thyroid checked. Hyper- and Hypo-thyroidism can both lead to depression problems if left unchecked and untreated. Even if they say you have a normal reading, be sure to ask them what your TSH level is, and let me know.

Perfection and imperfection, as stated, are, most likely, perceptions. If all is balanced in the Yin and Yang of life, both exist as a piece of a part of a whole...ergo, All is Perfect in Its Imperfection. To achieve the Ultimate State of Being (assuming such a thing exists), it may be necessary to not only be Enlightened, but also Endarkened.

I've no idea. Those who know me, know that I always reserve the right to change my mind, as I am passionate about very little. I am but an egg.

posted March 01, 2005 01:27 PM         

btw, maya, I don't know you, and I wasn't offended. It would take a lot more than that.
So again, all is groovy.

In general, I don't care for it if someone tries to elevate personal opinion to universal truth...but, I'm probably guilty of doing it myself now and again.

So...back to our regularly scheduled Phantom Looove Chat. Do I choose the weird creepy lives-in-the-walls faux daddy figure? Or the long lean young buck? How is that even a question?!

posted March 01, 2005 01:40 PM         

Here's a hug.

posted March 01, 2005 04:53 PM         

Hey 26, how is it going with Wandall and the paper plane?

And Pix, I am gonna quit on trying to 'woo' you. Honestly, I didnt know my joking was annoying you. I must have a horrible sense of humor and timing

Love to all

posted March 01, 2005 05:35 PM         

Is it cuz I didn't give you a hedgehog? You weren't here!
Here..

posted March 01, 2005 06:00 PM         

You have a wonderful talent, you make your living out of it - you have two beautiful kids, you look like a goddess and you have the sexiest guy ever ... and another who is crazy abt you but would NEVER admit it (hoof in mouf).

I wish I was half as courageous to pursue my dreams.

And wow, that little critter looks yummy!

Love you loads

posted March 01, 2005 06:31 PM         

I just know it inside, the strong person that you are, Im sure you're gonna find a way to fight those demons and find a way to do it with grace.

I just learnt this phrase and though it sounds very Manhattan bi*chy, its so true!

"If it doesnt kill you, it only makes you stronger."

Hang in there pix, Im sure there are great things in store for you!