You are wise, thedope. I have read this thread in it's entirety and I think you and I are the same page. You have actually been kind to the OP....
I'm having the same issue. I'm 42 and have only been meditating for a few years, but I've been a seeker I guess my whole life. Now that I'm older...
I'm getting it for Xmas but I've heard many of his podcasts and talks off youtube. Fascinating man. Ram Dass was the name given to him by his guru...
I've read On the Road, Dharma Bums and Motorcycle maintenance and am looking for more books like these. Any suggestions?
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