Can Local Soap Rituals Really Align Your Chakras?

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A recent discussion highlighted an individual's experience at a local soap shop, where they encountered a loud, eccentric customer and a salesgirl promoting unconventional methods for selecting soaps based on "energy resonance." The individual, a science major, was pressured to participate in this ritual, leading to a humorous yet uncomfortable situation where they felt ostracized for rejecting the new age beliefs. The conversation evolved into a broader commentary on dealing with new age enthusiasts, with participants sharing strategies like avoidance, polite nodding, or sarcastic remarks when confronted with absurd claims. The thread also touched on the absurdity of some new age practices and beliefs, such as chakras and energy alignment, with anecdotes illustrating the challenges of engaging with such ideologies. Despite the awkwardness, the original poster appreciated the quality of the soap, leading to a light-hearted conclusion about balancing personal beliefs with social interactions in unconventional settings.
  • #31
Astronuc said:
Don't go near Sedona AZ. There they will tell you about the Great Vortex. :rolleyes:

I thought that was it Oregroan
 
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  • #32
turbo-1 said:
The father of one of my closest friends used to say when a heavily-scented lady walked by "I wonder what she's trying to hide."

It's not only women, there are men out there who think that they smell nice when they put on so much cologne that you can smell them from down the street.
Makes me want to puke.
 
  • #33
Math Is Hard said:
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How do you guys deal with New Agers? Normally I would just ignore them, but when they want me to do something stupid, it's a bit too much.
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I generally ask them if they want to watch an hour of Fox and then watch an hour of CNN and compare notes.
 
  • #34
Astronuc said:
Don't go near Sedona AZ. There they will tell you about the Great Vortex. :rolleyes:

Sedona. Great place. Our family spent a few days there. On one day we visited THREE of the famous vortexes. Simply put, a vortex is an awesome view that you can get to after a short, short hike (3 miles or so is a SHORT hike). For most people, this short hike is akin to a pilgrimage, with an awe-inspiring view at the end. The energy they feel is the rush of adrenaline one gets when taking in such scenery.

The typical, puffy, out of shape new-ager assumes it's special. I have found that most folks who hike way into the back countries don't carry such weak-brain notions. Hike for a week in the Rocky Mountains and you'll get at least two vortexes each day. In the Wemenuche wilderness, more like one every half hour.
 
  • #35
MIH, if you use the soap without properly following instructions, it could destroy your chakras, flush your aura, blind your third eye, and the Priestess only knows what other terrible thngs.

<hits MIF over the head with a fish in the traditional PF spirit cleansing ceremony>

fish2.gif
 
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  • #36
Evo said:
MIH, if you use the soap without properly following instructions, it could destroy your chakras, flush your aura, blind your third eye, and the Priestess only knows what other terrible thngs.
"Instant karma's going to get you..."
 
  • #37
Chi Meson said:
Sedona. Great place. Our family spent a few days there. On one day we visited THREE of the famous vortexes. Simply put, a vortex is an awesome view that you can get to after a short, short hike (3 miles or so is a SHORT hike). For most people, this short hike is akin to a pilgrimage, with an awe-inspiring view at the end. The energy they feel is the rush of adrenaline one gets when taking in such scenery.

The typical, puffy, out of shape new-ager assumes it's special. I have found that most folks who hike way into the back countries don't carry such weak-brain notions. Hike for a week in the Rocky Mountains and you'll get at least two vortexes each day. In the Wemenuche wilderness, more like one every half hour.

No, no, no...I hiked the Sedona hills, and I KNOW that the vortexes are the place in the hike where your seven-year-old whines, "WHY are we DOING this...I'm HOT...I want to go back to the POOL...!" Really, it's magical.
 
  • #38
lisab said:
No, no, no...I hiked the Sedona hills, and I KNOW that the vortexes are the place in the hike where your seven-year-old whines, "WHY are we DOING this...I'm HOT...I want to go back to the POOL...!" Really, it's magical.

Gees my age is showing, I used to go to Sedona before it even had vortexes. :biggrin:
 
  • #39
turbo-1 said:
On the subject of soap, there is an excellent anti-bacterial unscented liquid soap/shampoo initially designed for hunters. It's called Scent Away (from a distributer called Hunter's Specialties) and it's available from sport shops like Cabela's, and seasonally from Wal-Mart and other places. It is so concentrated that you only need a little drop to shampoo and shower, and it sudses up nicely. We mix it 50:50 with water and put it in hand-soap dispensers at the bathroom and kitchen sinks. For those that like to wear fragrances, this is a soap/shampoo that will not clash with your favorite scents.

That sounds like it beats the heck out of dabbing raccoon urine behind the ears, so as not to spook the wildlife.:-p
 
  • #40
Originally Posted by Astronuc
"Don't go near Sedona AZ. There they will tell you about the Great Vortex. "

I thought that was it Oregroan

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(that was supposed to say:

I thought that it was in Oregroan)

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(not even a third as funny now-don't post when tired--storms and tornadoes in the area all last night)



Nice new :smiley fish slap: Evo
 
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  • #41
edward said:
That sounds like it beats the heck out of dabbing raccoon urine behind the ears, so as not to spook the wildlife.:-p
It is less messy, but perhaps not as effective.
 
  • #42
edward said:
That sounds like it beats the heck out of dabbing raccoon urine behind the ears, so as not to spook the wildlife.:-p

Spooks the hell out of the racoon, as you collect its urine, though :-p .
 
  • #43
lisab said:
Spooks the hell out of the racoon, as you collect its urine, though :-p .
Raccoon-milking is a high art. It's best to have warm hands and bite-proof gloves... :rolleyes:
 
  • #44
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turbo-1 said:
Raccoon-milking is a high art. It's best to have warm hands and bite-proof gloves... :rolleyes:

Hey guys we live in one helluva advanced society. Raccoon urine can be purchased by the bottle. (someone still has to collect it) :smile:

http://www.hunterspec.com/Updateable/update_display.cfm?pageID=399&categoryID=32

edit: it probably comes from China
 
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  • #45
edward said:
:smile:

Hey guys we live in one helluva advanced society. Raccoon urine can be purchased by the bottle. (someone still has to collect it) :smile:

http://www.hunterspec.com/Updateable/update_display.cfm?pageID=399&categoryID=32
Oh sure! Someone else raises your vegetables, someone else raises and slaughters your beef, and now you pansies are out-sourcing raccoon-urine collection. I have lost all respect for you left-coasters (except MIH).
 
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  • #46
turbo-1 said:
Oh sure! Someone else raises your vegetables, someone else raises and slaughters your beef, and now you pansies are out-sourcing raccoon-urine collection. I have lost all respect for you left-coasters (except MIH).

:smile:
 
  • #47
Honey oatmeal goat milk soap?

http://www.navajosoap.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=123&osCsid=d30f5cc0b9abe21d32acb9ffa9825b8b
 
  • #48
turbo-1 said:
Raccoon-milking is a high art. It's best to have warm hands and bite-proof gloves... :rolleyes:
Is that like badger milking?

I thought lisab was referring racoon wizzing. Couldn't just take 'em out to bar and split a few pitchers with them - and just wait.
 
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  • #49
Astronuc said:
Is that like badger milking?

I thought lisab was referring racoon wizzing. Couldn't just take 'em out to bar and split a few pitchers with them - and just wait.

I don't know about that method...it might not do the job, seeing as the pee would be pretty dilute. Besides, you get a racoon drunk and you're just asking for trouble. Better be sure to get a rabies shot beforehand!
 
  • #50
Astronuc said:
Is that like badger milking?

I thought lisab was referring racoon wizzing. Couldn't just take 'em out to bar and split a few pitchers with them - and just wait.
Nah, 'coons aren't big drinkers. You've got to grab 'em, hold 'em over the bucket, and make them listen to running-water sounds. They are not patient fellas and they can't hold their water when they hear brooks, falls, etc.
 
  • #51
Evo said:
MIH, if you use the soap without properly following instructions, it could destroy your chakras, flush your aura, blind your third eye, and the Priestess only knows what other terrible thngs.

<hits MIF over the head with a fish in the traditional PF spirit cleansing ceremony>

fish2.gif
Pssssst. Evo. Uh-mmmm - isn't this secret sisterhood stuff. :rolleyes: And know that we know about it the sisters are going to have to do memory modification, or some more extreme alternative, to those who read that. :rolleyes:
 
  • #52
Chi Meson said:
(3 miles or so is a SHORT hike).

3 miles is only a short hike if you're not doing it in cute new sandals without socks and no water supply thinking you're only going to walk 10 min tops looking for a place near a hotel to grab a lunch. At 4 miles I called the cab to get me back to the hotel when the student with me noticed the blood on my heels...THAT blister wasn't even one I felt (sorry, I have blisters that are still healing from that stupid idea). :rolleyes:

I think we're going to have to send Cyrus to the health clinic, though, to find out where his chakras are (then he can tell the rest of us).
 
  • #53
Evo said:
MIH, if you use the soap without properly following instructions, it could destroy your chakras, flush your aura, blind your third eye, and the Priestess only knows what other terrible thngs.

<hits MIF over the head with a fish in the traditional PF spirit cleansing ceremony>

fish2.gif

Ah, thank you for the fish whap.

so...What did your doc say? How's the arm? Any broken chakras to report? :biggrin:
 
  • #54
Math Is Hard said:
Did you nod and smile?

Those situations can be uncomfortable, esp if you don't want to offend anyone. Sometimes I just nod and smile and say "really?" a lot, sometimes I engage them, and sometimes I go after them. It depends on the situation. Given that I have long sought-out interesting and unusual stories, I do try to listen and give them a fair chance. If they are total crackpots that really have no credibility, it doesn't take long to show.
 
  • #55
~christina~ said:
It's not only women, there are men out there who think that they smell nice when they put on so much cologne that you can smell them from down the street.
Makes me want to puke.
Amen! I have recently switched gyms from the old fuddy duddy YMCA to the newer hipper gym in town(because it was half the price). All the younger guys wear some kind of perfume that makes me wheeze! I can't get away from them fast enough!
 
  • #56
larkspur said:
Amen! I have recently switched gyms from the old fuddy duddy YMCA to the newer hipper gym in town(because it was half the price). All the younger guys wear some kind of perfume that makes me wheeze! I can't get away from them fast enough!

what?
 
  • #57
rewebster said:
what?

Don't get me wrong, I love cologne on a man but not so strong you can smell it from six feet away. AXE is the worst. That cheap musk smell mixed with sweat...eeewww!
 
  • #58
(it sounded like they were ALL chasing after you)
 
  • #59
larkspur said:
Don't get me wrong, I love cologne on a man but not so strong you can smell it from six feet away. AXE is the worst. That cheap musk smell mixed with sweat...eeewww!
There is no need for a man or a woman to wear cologne. That practice started when people did not bathe, and it need not persist. Nor should little children go school and be forced to breathe all the fragrance chemicals that all the mothers have been brainwashed into using so that their kids' clothes smell "fresh". Idiots! The increasing incidence of autism, asthma, and other problems couldn't be due to this, could it? No, certainly not. Fragrance chemicals are overwhelmingly neurological stimulants or depressants and that couldn't hurt kids whose immune systems are still forming...
 
  • #60
rewebster said:
(it sounded like they were ALL chasing after you)
Nope!:smile::smile:
 

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