Posted by Poetess on November 29, 2004, at 2:37:37
In reply to Re: Fruitarians » Poetess, posted by alexandra_k on November 28, 2004, at 23:55:21
Hi alexandra,
>I wondered whether it may be okay to shake the trunk a little, to kind of help out - but apparantly it is not.
I have also heard this. I wonder if any fruitarian of this type ever hug a tree really, really hard, hoping that some fruit will fall. If I were in their shoes, I might try this :)
> I have heard of some (maybe monks) who brush the path in front of them to make sure they do not tread on ants or any other small insects.
I don't brush the ground myself. I do not, however wear platform shoes. I suspect that this inadvertently helps out the bugs :)
> I think that the motivations are largely spiritual.I am really hoping that this is true. I have run into too many people over the course of my life with whom "political correctness" is more important than spiritual connection and true compassion.
> I won't maintain that it isn't possible for something without a nervous system to feel pain.
> I just don't think that it is actually the case.I don't think anyone really knows. I tend to assume that plants may feel something, but I appreciate them and I kinda feel like they understand. I try to buy local organic/ sustainable, when I can. For me, being healthy is the only way I can more than function in life. Dietary needs not being met helps no one, including plants.
> Please don't press me on this...
> Actually, I am sure I'll be up to whatever tomorrow... :-)Not to worry. I don't even like pressing clothing :)
Poetess
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