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Hey Marc, I was thinking about becoming a Buddhist monk, and since you are one already,
I would really appreciate if you would offer me some advice in this regard.
You, a Buddhist monk? You're too fat to becoming a Buddhist monk and on top of that, you also
sleep too much and we don't do that here.
Hm, I can lose weight, so if that is the problem, then you can count on me sticking to my words!
You said the same exact thing a few weeks ago and later that day I saw you gulping 4
cheesecakes. 4 cheesecakes man!
I'm really sorry, I will make no more mistakes like that from now on. Please believe me.
OK, I believe you, but it's the last time. Anyway, about becoming a Buddhist monk, here's
what you have to do.
I'm listening.
First of all, you'll need to be ready to make some major lifestyle changes and at the same
time, you'll also need to change the way you eat and the foods you eat.
That sounds pretty drastic.
Because it is drastic man, it's not like anyone could become a Buddhist monk. Next, you'll
need to save a lot of money, because you'll need to follow the Vinaya code of conduct.
Hm…
A monk doesn't have a regular job to support himself. Next, be sure you'll join a sangha
or a temple that practices Buddhism and make sure you will be an active member.
I see…
Lastly, becoming a Buddhist monk requires a lot of meditation in an effort to change
your mind. Believe me, this will take some pretty good efforts to do.
You really helped me out with it, thanks a lot and I'll stay clean of cheesecakes!
It's for your own good.
Sure!