Reallocating my life energy...!!

My background is in electrical engineering—which, let’s be honest, just provides endless ways to "prove the unprovable" and channel insights down through various layers. We'll see where it leads. To me, this is all pretty straightforward and frankly a bit dull... it's available to anyone, even those with closed minds. As for the common denominator... hmmm, I think I get it now. It has about as much to do with brain function as anything else. If you actually drop a piece of real knowledge onto the ground, there's no way it stays undisturbed. How could anyone stay stuck in their ways if truth was poured directly into their core? Interesting concept. I'm working out the theoretical framework now—creativity is hitting hard, much like it will for everyone else once they start trusting voices and visions they shouldn't.

Joseph Cook7 said:Look, man, I was just trying to shut down a pointless argument between two people who aren't even listening to each other—I never said the kid insulted me. Another guy on the forum asked me about it, so I had to explain why I made the call... don't worry about my ego or how much "thrust" I've got left—I think I'm doing just fine.

You didn't even have to say it—it was obvious.
Look, I'm constantly re-evaluating what I know. There have been plenty of times where I was dead certain I was right, only to realize I was being totally blind to my own mistakes until someone else pointed them out.

Real fighters seek out people on that same path just so they can get some honest feedback—to hear the things an individual might miss on their own.

I wasn't trying to be a jerk; I was just trying to help. It's up to you guys to take that info and decide if you need to rethink your own approach.

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Zachary Cook2 said:You didn't even have to say it—it was obvious.
Look, I'm constantly re-evaluating what I know. There have been plenty of times where I was dead certain I was right, only to realize I was being totally blind to my own mistakes until someone else pointed them out.

Real fighters seek out people on that same path just so they can get some honest feedback—to hear the things an individual might miss on their own.

I wasn't trying to be a jerk; I was just trying to help. It's up to you guys to take that info and decide if you need to rethink your own approach.

👍

Look, I get it—you mean well and want to lend a hand whenever you can. But honestly? I think you lost the plot with how you're phrasing things. A tracker lives by control, discipline, and restraint, but none of that matters without perfect timing. A warrior isn't just sitting there passive; they strike once, decisively, at the exact right moment. To an outsider, it might look off, but a warrior doesn't have time for empty chatter or pointless games that go nowhere—basically they don't have time to waste or talk nonsense —and they need to make that clear to everyone. I'm worried you're missing the point by constantly trying to lecture people. That's not it. You should just drop a hint about the path; long stories and unsolicited advice lead nowhere and definitely aren't in the spirit of a tracker, who makes every second count and uses time extremely sparingly.

Joseph Cook7 said:Look, I get it—you mean well and want to lend a hand whenever you can. But honestly? I think you lost the plot with how you're phrasing things. A tracker lives by control, discipline, and restraint, but none of that matters without perfect timing. A warrior isn't just sitting there passive; they strike once, decisively, at the exact right moment. To an outsider, it might look off, but a warrior doesn't have time for empty chatter or pointless games that go nowhere—basically they don't have time to waste or talk nonsense —and they need to make that clear to everyone. I'm worried you're missing the point by constantly trying to lecture people. That's not it. You should just drop a hint about the path; long stories and unsolicited advice lead nowhere and definitely aren't in the spirit of a tracker, who makes every second count and uses time extremely sparingly.

Subtle hints? Good luck getting anyone to pick up on those—they're pretty rare to begin with.
Look, I’m not claiming to be some genius or have all the answers here. Honestly, if someone points out when I'm messing up, I actually appreciate it—so please, if you see me tripping up, just tell me how to fix it.

How exactly do you think you "save time" or "spend it efficiently"?

Zachary Cook2 said:Subtle hints? Good luck getting anyone to pick up on those—they're pretty rare to begin with.
Look, I’m not claiming to be some genius or have all the answers here. Honestly, if someone points out when I'm messing up, I actually appreciate it—so please, if you see me tripping up, just tell me how to fix it.

How exactly do you think you "save time" or "spend it efficiently"?

By listening to that gut feeling before you even open your mouth. A real warrior doesn't just chat because they feel like it or because someone else wants to talk—they listen to that inner voice first to see if a conversation is even worth having... like, once I was talking to this kid and something just told me he wasn't being real with me, so I shut it down right then and there. If I’d explained why, he probably would've thought I was losing my mind, but I'm telling you, I just followed my gut... As for the other guys in the discussion, nothing felt off, so we stayed on good terms.

Joseph Cook7 said:By listening to that gut feeling before you even open your mouth. A real warrior doesn't just chat because they feel like it or because someone else wants to talk—they listen to that inner voice first to see if a conversation is even worth having... like, once I was talking to this kid and something just told me he wasn't being real with me, so I shut it down right then and there. If I’d explained why, he probably would've thought I was losing my mind, but I'm telling you, I just followed my gut... As for the other guys in the discussion, nothing felt off, so we stayed on good terms.

If you're just talking for the sake of talking, I totally get it—it's a massive waste of time. If that's what you meant, we're on the same page.

It's fine if it hits you like an actual voice. For me, it's not really a sound in my head; it's more of a gut feeling—you know, like a silent realization.

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It all comes down to God's plan—and whatever He expects from the body you're currently inhabiting

I have a somewhat practical question for the group: how many of you actually practice the movements described in Carlos Castaneda's "magical movement"? I am curious to know after what period of time you began to notice or feel any tangible results—specifically regarding shifts or increases in your body's energy levels—and, more importantly, how those changes actually manifest for you physically or mentally?

lonehawk16 said:I have a somewhat practical question for the group: how many of you actually practice the movements described in Carlos Castaneda's "magical movement"? I am curious to know after what period of time you began to notice or feel any tangible results—specifically regarding shifts or increases in your body's energy levels—and, more importantly, how those changes actually manifest for you physically or mentally?

...look, I’ve got two copies (one in English from the States and one other) and three DVDs... I mostly run the magical movement sequences to set an intention, while mixing the West Coast sets with standard Toltec practices—you know, things like recalling, dreaming, seeing...
The feeling right after finishing a sequence isn't exactly some massive, life-altering surge, but over the long haul, you definitely start to notice a real difference in your physical vitality...

Joseph Cook7 said:...look, I’ve got two copies (one in English from the States and one other) and three DVDs... I mostly run the magical movement sequences to set an intention, while mixing the West Coast sets with standard Toltec practices—you know, things like recalling, dreaming, seeing...
The feeling right after finishing a sequence isn't exactly some massive, life-altering surge, but over the long haul, you definitely start to notice a real difference in your physical vitality...

Would you mind sharing which specific books you're referring to?

lonehawk16 said:Would you mind sharing which specific books you're referring to?

Magical Movement by Carlos Castaneda
magical movement by Carlos Castaneda
The way I see it—it's basically one book released in two different versions... personally, I'd stick to the original because the translation is pretty rough...!!

Joseph Cook7 said:Magical Movement by Carlos Castaneda
magical movement by Carlos Castaneda
The way I see it—it's basically one book released in two different versions... personally, I'd stick to the original because the translation is pretty rough...!!

What makes the translation so bad? And more importantly, is it actually possible to perform the exercises effectively if you're working from a translated copy?

lonehawk16 said:I have a somewhat practical question for the group: how many of you actually practice the movements described in Carlos Castaneda's "magical movement"? I am curious to know after what period of time you began to notice or feel any tangible results—specifically regarding shifts or increases in your body's energy levels—and, more importantly, how those changes actually manifest for you physically or mentally?

I’ve been doing them for about a year now—not strictly, though. Sometimes I do them daily, sometimes just once or twice a week, depending on how I feel. At first, you won't feel a thing—it probably takes some time for your energy to actually kick in. But after a while, you start feeling this sense of calm wherever you go; it kind of strips away that fake ego mask we all wear. Then, you start to look... brighter. People will tell you that you've lost weight, even when you haven't—they just don't know what else to call it because they have no clue what's actually happening.
After practicing for a while, you start to feel a slight hum of energy when you pull it through or move through it. Just last week, I actually had a vision of how certain movements disperse energy through the egg and the directions it flows, or how the energy fills up the aura. Most importantly—and this is the best part—it perfectly redirects sexual energy, which is absolutely vital if you want to maintain consciousness during dreams.

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lonehawk16 said:What makes the translation so bad? And more importantly, is it actually possible to perform the exercises effectively if you're working from a translated copy?

I mean, sure you can... but I'll stick to the English version. From what I've seen, translators just follow a template because they don't really grasp the actual meaning behind the words—but hey, the book still works if you need it.

Zachary Cook2 said:Look, I'm a hands-on kind of guy—whenever I stumble onto something useful, my first instinct is to put it into practice immediately.

Maybe borrow a little of my humility—I tend to scatter posts all over this forum like I'm some big shot, so I probably come off as arrogant... 🤷
How do you share what you know (or just your opinion) without sounding cocky or aggressive?

You don't look arrogant; you just seem... excited? I don't know how else to put it. It's like you finally found your niche here on the forum and everything is just clicking.

It’s just a phase, though. You'll grow out of it eventually.😁

I was thinking (while flipping through magic movement) that maybe you were inspired by that whole Westwood series—all that theory from the book. The whole thing about Quote : Inside Silence / living in the NOW / awareness. Which makes the story even better—that you were inspired by actually living what you read...

Nah, I haven't actually read that book yet. Usually, I experience something firsthand and then go find it in a book later—that's always been more satisfying for me. What inspired me was just the state I found myself in, and that moment when I realized what was happening. Like, crossing that threshold where the whole narrative shifts—where the "normal" state becomes Quote : Inside Silence, and talking just happens sporadically rather than being the main event.

I mentioned somewhere that I read one of those books by Carlos Castaneda. Specifically, "the art of dreaming." But the book I wanted for my birthday—and ended up getting—is "magic movement." I haven't fully tackled "magic movement" yet; I've mostly just skimmed the chapters. It's basically a manual with photos showing you step-by-step how to practice tensegrity (magic movements), along with some interesting side notes.

Read the magic movement stuff; it's incredible for redirecting your energy.

Lucky you. 👍

Any tips on how to bridge the gap between theory and actual application more quickly? 🙄

Zachary Cook2 said:Look, I'm a hands-on kind of guy—whenever I stumble onto something useful, my first instinct is to put it into practice immediately.

Maybe borrow a little of my humility—I tend to scatter posts all over this forum like I'm some big shot, so I probably come off as arrogant... 🤷
How do you share what you know (or just your opinion) without sounding cocky or aggressive?

You don't look arrogant; you just seem... excited? I don't know how else to put it. It's like you finally found your niche here on the forum and everything is just clicking.

It’s just a phase, though. You'll grow out of it eventually.😁

I was thinking (while flipping through magic movement) that maybe you were inspired by that whole Westwood series—all that theory from the book. The whole thing about Quote : Inside Silence / living in the NOW / awareness. Which makes the story even better—that you were inspired by actually living what you read...

Nah, I haven't actually read that book yet. Usually, I experience something firsthand and then go find it in a book later—that's always been more satisfying for me. What inspired me was just the state I found myself in, and that moment when I realized what was happening. Like, crossing that threshold where the whole narrative shifts—where the "normal" state becomes Quote : Inside Silence, and talking just happens sporadically rather than being the main event.

I mentioned somewhere that I read one of those books by Carlos Castaneda. Specifically, "the art of dreaming." But the book I wanted for my birthday—and ended up getting—is "magic movement." I haven't fully tackled "magic movement" yet; I've mostly just skimmed the chapters. It's basically a manual with photos showing you step-by-step how to practice tensegrity (magic movements), along with some interesting side notes.

Read the magic movement stuff; it's incredible for redirecting your energy.

Yes, excitement. I find myself completely captivated by anything involving energy, the soul, God, and things of that nature...

I'm hoping this intense enthusiasm fades enough so that I can finally sit with all this theory in peace.

Zachary Cook2 said:Controlled madness isn't actually playing the idiot—it's just masking who you really are. It’s a defense mechanism because, honestly, what would happen if you actually opened up to people and started talking about all this stuff we discuss here? They wouldn't get it.

With controlled madness, you aren't being fake; you're just performing the role everyone expects you to play.

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What do I think? I think they'd have me committed to a psych ward before I could finish my sentence.😍

That’s exactly why I ended up writing so much here... Just to find some sort of release.
And since I have such a fascination with energy and metaphysics, rambling on like this is almost a necessity for me. Or it was...🙂
Good grief.

Nancy Harris6 said:Lucky you. 👍

Any tips on how to bridge the gap between theory and actual application more quickly? 🙄

Yes, excitement. I find myself completely captivated by anything involving energy, the soul, God, and things of that nature...

I'm hoping this intense enthusiasm fades enough so that I can finally sit with all this theory in peace.

Just practice. You have to start right now without all the "fuck it" excuses—no "not today," no "I'll do it tomorrow," none of that shit. 😉

If you’re struggling to make a call, there are tensegrity exercises in the series specifically designed to sharpen your decision-making and intention.

So, yeah. Start there, but do it right this second.

👍

Nancy Harris6 said:What do I think? I think they'd have me committed to a psych ward before I could finish my sentence.😍

That’s exactly why I ended up writing so much here... Just to find some sort of release.
And since I have such a fascination with energy and metaphysics, rambling on like this is almost a necessity for me. Or it was...🙂
Good grief.

Nah, they wouldn't—that's the whole point of calling it controlled madness.
If it wasn't controlled, it would just be straight-up insanity. But to cross that line from controlled to pure madness, you actually have to be sober, which is exactly what's required here—so it can never truly be just "madness."

People get hauled "to safety" because they can't regulate themselves. They don't have that controlled madness—just plain old chaos—so they need other people to step in and handle the control for them.

😉

Bradley Myers63 said:High energy—we were just chatting privately, but I didn't realize back then that we actually share the same worldview. Born on the exact same day, too—funny how that works when you think about how differently people usually process things... You asked how to know if you aren't pushing your opinion too aggressively? The answer is right there in front of you: just feel your own intention behind it. Is it coming from the ego, or is it coming through the light? Be the shovel digging the hole, not just some guy holding a shovel.
Also, whatever I write—or anything anyone else writes—try to look at it with your own eyes, not just the physical ones.

Devil, Devil,... 🙂

Well, I asked if my posts come across as aggressive because I'm feeling a bit confused. Every single thing I write comes from a deep internal necessity, sometimes even inspired, and occasionally when I re-read my own words, they strike me as slightly odd—the phrasing, the assertiveness, the assumptions and so on... Since I feel like I'm writing with complete sincerity and the best intentions, without any malice or a desire to force my views on anyone—which seems pointless to me—I still find myself surprised by the negative reactions people have to what I've written... though I suspect that friction might actually be quite healthy and useful...

And then I read here that every form of "attack" is actually something beneficial...
The practice of seeking ways to conserve energy by engaging in more "attacks"...
The degree to which one suppresses the ego...
What determines the intensity or frequency of these "attacks"?
Which is preferable: more or less "attacking"?
What kind of mechanism are we looking at here?
What is the ultimate point?

Experts, please clarify this idea of "attacks" being desirable... Is it some kind of cleansing process, a way to strengthen the spirit, a test...?

Zachary Cook2 said:I’ve been doing them for about a year now—not strictly, though. Sometimes I do them daily, sometimes just once or twice a week, depending on how I feel. At first, you won't feel a thing—it probably takes some time for your energy to actually kick in. But after a while, you start feeling this sense of calm wherever you go; it kind of strips away that fake ego mask we all wear. Then, you start to look... brighter. People will tell you that you've lost weight, even when you haven't—they just don't know what else to call it because they have no clue what's actually happening.
After practicing for a while, you start to feel a slight hum of energy when you pull it through or move through it. Just last week, I actually had a vision of how certain movements disperse energy through the egg and the directions it flows, or how the energy fills up the aura. Most importantly—and this is the best part—it perfectly redirects sexual energy, which is absolutely vital if you want to maintain consciousness during dreams.

👍

Specific descriptions like these—theoretical knowledge turned into actual practice, the beginnings, the step-by-step progression, personal experiences, and so on—that is the LAW! 🙏 🙏 🙏
That is exactly what interests me. Turning theory into practice. Every stage of the journey... the details...

In short, Zachary Cook2, this description is perfect.
Thank you. 🙂