Leaving Materialism for a Friendly, Enlightened Life

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The discussion centers on a person's desire to escape a materialistic lifestyle in the U.S. and find a more enlightened, tolerant community, preferably in countries like Tibet, Nepal, or northern India. Participants suggest various alternatives, including Canada, particularly the Maritimes or Vancouver, while cautioning about the cultural differences and potential challenges in those regions. Some express skepticism about the suitability of Nepal and Tibet due to political unrest and dietary restrictions. Others propose Malaysia or northern Pakistan as potential destinations, highlighting the need for a friendly environment and access to vegan options. The conversation also touches on the Peace Corps as a way to experience a simpler lifestyle and engage with different cultures. Throughout, humor and banter emerge, reflecting the diverse opinions on the best places to seek a more fulfilling life.
  • #51
2CentsWorth said:
I understand the directions for heating pop tarts are quite extensive, so you may have a case.
I thought we left Jessica Simpson on a different thread...
 
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  • #52
Moonbear said:
*checks label on tuna can* Well, what do you know, it doesn't say that on the label. Well, that's just a lawsuit waiting to happen. It also doesn't say to not put the can in the microwave. How can they be so irresponsible as to not anticipate someone might try that? :smile:
What's wrong with them. Moet instructs folks to remove the label from their bottle of champagne before microwaving.

Of course, I found the warning on Bowl Fresh much more useful than instructions on microwaving champagne. Bowl Fresh warning: "Safe to use around pets and children, although it is not recommended that either be permitted to drink from toilet."

The warning on the toilet plunger probably saved my life: "Do not use near power lines."
 
  • #53
"Do not use near power lines."
Then how do you get the squirrls off them?
 
  • #54
hypatia said:
Then how do you get the squirrls off them?

Getting squirrels off of plungers is easy, just throw the kids at them.
 
  • #55
franznietzsche said:
Getting squirrels off of plungers is easy, just throw the kids at them.
Where's your sense of practicality? I just leave them on there and use them as scrub brushes.
 
  • #56
Thanks for your "help" people
 
  • #57
stoned said:
Thanks for your "help" people
:smile: :smile: :smile: I remember the time when we could stay on topic for more than 2 pages in GD.
 
  • #58
Smurf said:
:smile: :smile: :smile: I remember the time when we could stay on topic for more than 2 pages in GD.
You got to be kidding...
 
  • #59
Nope, It was a while ago, but it happened. Seems amazing now doesn't it?
 
  • #60
Danger said:
Where's your sense of practicality? I just leave them on there and use them as scrub brushes.

All sorts of crazy cartoon images are coming to mind here. Do you leave the kids or the squirrels on? I'm sure those brushy tails squirrels have would do well for scrubbing toilets. Now that's a household tool the Flintstones were missing. :biggrin: :smile: :smile: :smile:
 
  • #61
Personally, I don't think stoned knows what he wants. He's probably a materialistic person himself. He just names countries off the top of his head without realizing how much worse they are.

He hasn't even mentionned Japan yet!

Nice people are everywhere, but if you're going to be an anti-social kind of person who can only see what the media shows them, than I guess you're screwed.
 
  • #62
Smurf said:
Nope, It was a while ago, but it happened. Seems amazing now doesn't it?:
Amazing, hell! It seems impossible.

Moonbear said:
Do you leave the kids or the squirrels on?
Squirrels, of course. No kids allowed in my house.

Moonbear said:
I'm sure those brushy tails squirrels have would do well for scrubbing toilets.
And when one wears out, I just pickle the head and make Lucy a new jacket out of the pelt.

Moonbear said:
Now that's a household tool the Flintstones were missing.
I'm sure that someone who's never seen 'Hogan's Heroes' wouldn't know this, but no TV bathrooms had toilets in those days. The first time one was even heard was on 'All In the Family' in the 70's. (And even married couples had to sleep in twin beds, or one of them had to have at least one foot on the floor at all times.) :eek: "The times, they are a'changing."
 
  • #63
JasonRox said:
Personally, I don't think stoned knows what he wants. He's probably a materialistic person himself. He just names countries off the top of his head without realizing how much worse they are.
My advice would be to join the Peace Corps. That would provide the ultimate in anti-materialistic, nature-dependant living. I suspect the experience will give him an appreciation for the merrits of western society.
 
  • #64
JasonRox said:
Personally, I don't think stoned knows what he wants. He's probably a materialistic person himself. He just names countries off the top of his head without realizing how much worse they are.

He hasn't even mentionned Japan yet!

Nice people are everywhere, but if you're going to be an anti-social kind of person who can only see what the media shows them, than I guess you're screwed.

Now you make me feel like I'm some kinda loser from hAmerica,what did I do ?
By the way, Japan rules Man !
Hey Russ ? Peace Corps Hmm ? any hot chicks there ?
 
  • #65
stoned said:
Hey Russ ? Peace Corps Hmm ? any hot chicks there ?
Well, I don't know how hot, but you'll certainly be offered all the chicks you can handle (though I'd recommend against taking them up on the offer...). A couple of friends of mine (married to each other) joined and the guy was constantly offered women by the villagers they lived with.
 
  • #66
russ_watters said:
... and the guy was constantly offered women by the villagers they lived with.


That sounds good to me :-p off to peace corps we go.thanks Russ.
 
  • #67
stoned said:
That sounds good to me :-p off to peace corps we go.thanks Russ.
So much for anti-materialism... :rolleyes:
 
  • #68
i don't care about money,cars etc,but when I see preety girl that is a different matter.
 
  • #69
stoned said:
i don't care about money,cars etc,but when I see preety girl that is a different matter.
A few more things...I don't think the Peace Corp is known for weed, unless it's a part of a CIA front for and Iran-Contra type operative...? Hmmm...Stoned could provide a perfect cover.
 
  • #70
Smurf said:
:smile: :smile: :smile: I remember the time when we could stay on topic for more than 2 pages in GD.
A Canadian "thread-jack?" This subversive activity is so not like you. :confused:
 
  • #71
SOS2008 said:
A Canadian "thread-jack?" This subversive activity is so not like you. :confused:
On the contrary, my dear. We are so ingeniously subversive that we appear not to be. :devil:
 
  • #72
Danger said:
On the contrary, my dear. We are so ingeniously subversive that we appear not to be. :devil:
But I've always loved Canada and Canadians -- you mean it's all just been faked? :frown:
 
  • #73
SOS2008 said:
you mean it's all just been faked? :frown:
That sounds just a tad weird coming from woman... :-p
Anyhow, I said subversive, not unlovable. :wink:
 

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