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[burnseternal]

[Hello, imPorts! Today, when Saint Walker takes to the network, there is a certain solemnity to his perpetually cheerful features, though that in no way overrides the pleasantness in his voice. It is out of acknowledgment of their current predicament; nothing more.]

Good afternoon. To say that the past few months have been trying would, I think, be something of an understatement. I am unable to make any grandiose statements that alleviate this tension, nor am I able to offer any suggestions on what one may do on the macro scale. What I would like to offer, however, is my personal help to any of you who may be feeling the strain of these trying times.

Where I am from, I often guided those in need of assistance in sorting out complicated feelings, and guided others in the art of meditation. Whether one is facing great problems or small - and I assure you, I have provided my help to people who fit both of these categories - meditation can help with that, whether it is to assist in bringing about even temporary inner peace and calm, or bringing clarity to matters that need addressing.

If you require another to speak to, or wish to learn more of meditation, please contact me - privately or otherwise.

[He inclines his head towards the camera.]

Thank you for your time, and may you all find your own sense of peace.

[OOC: An open log for meditation sessions has gone up HERE!]

Comments

[vorbarra]

I can only imagine you'd be a superb meditation teacher, Saint Walker. [ He sounds a little wry; Gregor does not give out empty flattery. He hates receiving it, after all. ]

I'd be curious to try, since you're offering. At the least it couldn't hurt.

[burnseternal]

Thank you, Greg Vorthys. I would certainly hope to be proficient at it; I have been doing so for many years now, after all. But that is precisely the attitude I hoped to receive! While meditation requires something of an open mind, it is very rarely harmful.

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[bonely]

[ He's not sure how much of a benefit this would have, but...he certainly has been experiencing some complicated feelings lately. ]

...It sounds...helpful.

What do you do? [ He tilts his head, a bit. ]

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[burnseternal]

Typically speaking, one engages in breathing exercise, and increased awareness of one's surroundings and one's self. It is a difficult practice to truly understand until one has attempted it. I would be more than happy to instruct you, if you are curious.

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[keep_nothing]

[ Her eyes are lit up in the vid, expression hinting at just how excited(!!) she is to be talking to someone that looks like they could be an extraterrestrial. ]

I can't tell you what a relief it is to hear that someone else has some common sense about addressing the need for guidance on emotional issues.

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[burnseternal]

[He does not, of course, realize that his species is the cause of excitement, but her excitement is met with a warm smile in return, relieved to hear another concerned about the mental state of imPorts.]

It is, unfortunately, something that often falls by the wayside during times of great strife. But I am glad to hear that you agree; in times like these, it is of more importance, not less, that one's mental state is attended to, and not ignored.

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[4thdimensional]

[Oh look, it's the weird old man from the pool here again! Doc's looking a little tired from a hard day's work, but otherwise all seems to be well. He sounds cheerful enough at any rate.]

Hello again! Good to see you made it out all right.

I'll admit I've never much been one to spend time on a thing like meditation...given recent events I can see the potential benefit. I'll give it a shot if you have the patience.

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[burnseternal]

It is good to see you as well! Though there are those who still feel the emotional toll of recent events, I am glad to see that there are fewer suffering from physical ailments than one may have reasonably suspected. And if there is one thing that I do not suffer any lack of, [Saint Walker adds on, a wry sort of smile on his face,] it is patience. I will be happy to have you.

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[protects_the_small]

Would you be willing to hold group meditation sessions?

[Now that she thinks about it, she hasn't been able to meditate in months...]

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[burnseternal]

Yes, I would! It is a format in which I have held meditation sessions many times before. If there are those who are more comfortable in a group setting, I am more than happy to accommodate them.

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[stealwithit]

[ Kasumi doesn't quite trust herself enough to even go for an audio feed, at the moment, and so text it is. ]

That's a wonderful idea, Walks. You're going to help a lot of people.

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[burnseternal]

[Oh, darn. He's so bad with this fiddly little keyboard, and he insists upon proper spelling and grammar... and the use of an emote here and there.]

That is my goal. If I am able to help at least one person, I would be content.

And yourself, Kasumi?

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[helpline]

If you need to drum up business, I can give people a reason to want to meditate.

[ Doctor, no. ]

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[burnseternal]

While I thank you for the offer, brother, I believe that people have their hands full enough as it is. That, and it can hardly be described as drumming up business when this is a service I provide for free. You are welcome to join me, if you wish.

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[lightandglory]

[In spite of everything they've all been through lately, L'Arachel looks and sounds perfectly chipper.]

Oh, that sounds lovely! I'm not at all bothered by such things as tension or strain, of course, but I have always had a keen interest in spiritual pursuits!

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[burnseternal]

I had suspected that you may have a passing interest in meditation. You are not afflicted by any strain, though? Truly? This has been a very trying time for most among us, you must understand.

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[monster_san]

The technique you showed me before was very helpful. I'd be glad to continue learning from you.

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[burnseternal]

And I will be happy to have you, Fuu. How do you fare now that things have, at least temporarily, come to an end?

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[viced]

So what sort of meditation techniques do you use?

Ah, I used to see a Yogi, a long time ago -- I'm kind of curious what kinds of meditation you specialize in.

[ Is it...ALIEN... ]

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[burnseternal]

I suppose you are correct; meditation would differ from world to world, just as it differs from culture to culture. My meditation takes on two forms: one is the form of physical exercise that increases one's awareness of one's own body, and the second takes the form of deep breathing and concentration. I typically begin with the second form, however; other than having more common applications, I find that it is more helpful for times of mental instability.

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[rathercommon]

[ Can cats look interested? This cat looks interested. ]

Oh, I'd quite like to learn.

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[burnseternal]

[Saint Walker has encountered too many alien species that take the form of animals to be too shocked at a talking cat, and he regards the screen with a small smile.]

Then I would be happy to teach you. I have not yet taught one of your body structure, however, so you may have to bear with me as I modify my meditation techniques.

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[quaerit]

I would be interested in learning more of medication, Saint Walker.

[ No, more than that. He's interested in doing it, but calming his mind has never been something Gansey is very good at. ]

Do you think you could show me how it's done?

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[burnseternal]

Of course! I would not have offered otherwise. Have you ever attempted meditation before now?

[beneathbluerafters]

What is it? Meditation, I mean. You never actually said.

[ HE SOUNDS SUSPICIOUS... you're still weird, Saint Walker! ]

[burnseternal]

The best way of discovering what it is is to try it! Are you interested, Klarion?

[He grins at the screen for a moment before inclining his head, and actually explaining the darn thing.]

Meditation is a series of focus and breathing exercises meant to find some semblance of inner peace within oneself, and to increase one's knowledge of the world around them. It is a tool with far more applications than one may originally think.

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[justimom]

That is a very lovely offer to make. I hope there will be some that take you up on it. Meditation is something that offers much more than most take the time to realize.

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[burnseternal]

I agree -- though it often takes an investment in time and energy in order to see such advances. If I might ask, what methodology of meditation do you use, sister?

[airshow]

Whaaaat, you mean bottling things up until they blow like a Mentos and Coke fountain isn't the emotionally healthy option?

—wait, hang on, I just remembered you won't get that reference, and that's a cryin' shame. One sec. Here.

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[burnseternal]

[...hold on a second, Trickster. Saint Walker clicks on the link, and watches in amusement and fascination. He learns all the most interesting Earth trivia from him! So in lieu of responding immediately, Trickster gets an emoji.]