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			<title><![CDATA[Why Solar Project Costs Often Go Wrong Without Proper Estimation?]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-43.html</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 11:03:32 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[I’ve been noticing that a lot of solar projects run into budget issues, not because of installation problems but because the initial estimates weren’t detailed enough. Things like panel quantity, mounting systems, and labor can vary a lot depending on the site, and if those aren’t calculated properly, costs can easily go off track.<br />
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From what I’ve seen, using <a href="https://kellyestimating.com/services/solar-estimation-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">accurate solar estimation services</a> really helps in planning everything more clearly from the start. It gives a better idea of material requirements and overall investment, which makes decision-making much easier.<br />
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How do you guys usually handle estimating for solar projects, especially when dealing with different site conditions?]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[I’ve been noticing that a lot of solar projects run into budget issues, not because of installation problems but because the initial estimates weren’t detailed enough. Things like panel quantity, mounting systems, and labor can vary a lot depending on the site, and if those aren’t calculated properly, costs can easily go off track.<br />
<br />
From what I’ve seen, using <a href="https://kellyestimating.com/services/solar-estimation-services/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">accurate solar estimation services</a> really helps in planning everything more clearly from the start. It gives a better idea of material requirements and overall investment, which makes decision-making much easier.<br />
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How do you guys usually handle estimating for solar projects, especially when dealing with different site conditions?]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Medical Polymers Market Trends, Size, Growth 2035]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-40.html</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:11:34 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[The new market research report titled ‘Medical Polymers market’, published by Roots Analysis offers a comprehensive study of the Medical Polymers Market, while estimating the overall market size and the size and share of the key regional segments of the global market over historical period, as well as the projected timeline till 2035. <br />
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The global <a href="https://www.rootsanalysis.com/reports/medical-polymers-market.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">medical polymers market</a> valued at USD 20.8 billion in 2024, is project to reach USD 22.1 billion in 2025 and USD 46.0 billion by 2035, representing a higher CAGR of 7.6% during the forecast period 2025 to 2035. The anticipated market growth is accredited to the significant surge in demand across the regional and global markets for the products and services offered by the Medical Polymers Market. The latest study provides readers with a granular analysis of the major developmental elements of the global market, potential business avenues, and the overall market dynamics. The report has been specially curated to offer a deep understanding of the competitive terrain of the global market, highlighting the leading market rivals, their market positions, product portfolios, gross revenue shares, profit margins, pricing analysis, sales network &amp; distribution channels, and financial standing. <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Type of Polymer</span><br />
Thermoplastic Polymers<br />
Elastomers<br />
Thermoset Polymers<br />
Others<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Area of Application</span><br />
Medical Devices<br />
Excipients<br />
Packaging<br />
Others<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Key Geographical Regions</span><br />
North America<br />
Europe<br />
Asia<br />
MENA<br />
Latin America<br />
Rest of the World<br />
<br />
The latest research report specializes in the in-depth analysis of the macroeconomic and microeconomic factors affecting the Medical Polymers Market development. The report also concentrates on the regulatory framework that is shaping the future of the global market. New and existing pricing structures, emerging application areas, and upcoming investment opportunities have also been detailed in the report. The report further studies the projected growth factors that are expected to influence the market dynamics over the forecast timeframe.<br />
<br />
The study is inclusive of a comprehensive analysis of the commonly used marketing and promotional strategies adopted by the key market players. Taking into account the existing market development factors, historical events, and recent market trends, the study presents a balanced opinion on the future scenario of the Medical Polymers Market. It thus supports its opinion by discussing the key corporate strategies, such as mergers &amp; acquisitions, takeovers, joint ventures, and strategic alliances, used by the market players to strengthen their global footprint. <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Research Methodology</span><br />
Our analysts have performed an accurate examination of the various aspects of the global market leveraging avant-garde primary and secondary sources of data collection. The report has gathered the necessary data and information from several reliable sources. Additionally, the report offers many strategic recommendations for companies involved in this ever-growing business sector to help them attain a competitive edge in the Medical Polymers Market. <br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you for reading our report. Kindly get in touch with us to know more about the report or to receive a customized copy of it. Our team will ensure the report is tailored according to your needs.  <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">To view more details on this report, click on the link </span><br />
<a href="https://www.rootsanalysis.com/reports/medical-polymers-market.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">https://www.rootsanalysis.com/reports/me...arket.html</a>]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[The new market research report titled ‘Medical Polymers market’, published by Roots Analysis offers a comprehensive study of the Medical Polymers Market, while estimating the overall market size and the size and share of the key regional segments of the global market over historical period, as well as the projected timeline till 2035. <br />
<br />
The global <a href="https://www.rootsanalysis.com/reports/medical-polymers-market.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">medical polymers market</a> valued at USD 20.8 billion in 2024, is project to reach USD 22.1 billion in 2025 and USD 46.0 billion by 2035, representing a higher CAGR of 7.6% during the forecast period 2025 to 2035. The anticipated market growth is accredited to the significant surge in demand across the regional and global markets for the products and services offered by the Medical Polymers Market. The latest study provides readers with a granular analysis of the major developmental elements of the global market, potential business avenues, and the overall market dynamics. The report has been specially curated to offer a deep understanding of the competitive terrain of the global market, highlighting the leading market rivals, their market positions, product portfolios, gross revenue shares, profit margins, pricing analysis, sales network &amp; distribution channels, and financial standing. <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Type of Polymer</span><br />
Thermoplastic Polymers<br />
Elastomers<br />
Thermoset Polymers<br />
Others<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Area of Application</span><br />
Medical Devices<br />
Excipients<br />
Packaging<br />
Others<br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Key Geographical Regions</span><br />
North America<br />
Europe<br />
Asia<br />
MENA<br />
Latin America<br />
Rest of the World<br />
<br />
The latest research report specializes in the in-depth analysis of the macroeconomic and microeconomic factors affecting the Medical Polymers Market development. The report also concentrates on the regulatory framework that is shaping the future of the global market. New and existing pricing structures, emerging application areas, and upcoming investment opportunities have also been detailed in the report. The report further studies the projected growth factors that are expected to influence the market dynamics over the forecast timeframe.<br />
<br />
The study is inclusive of a comprehensive analysis of the commonly used marketing and promotional strategies adopted by the key market players. Taking into account the existing market development factors, historical events, and recent market trends, the study presents a balanced opinion on the future scenario of the Medical Polymers Market. It thus supports its opinion by discussing the key corporate strategies, such as mergers &amp; acquisitions, takeovers, joint ventures, and strategic alliances, used by the market players to strengthen their global footprint. <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">Research Methodology</span><br />
Our analysts have performed an accurate examination of the various aspects of the global market leveraging avant-garde primary and secondary sources of data collection. The report has gathered the necessary data and information from several reliable sources. Additionally, the report offers many strategic recommendations for companies involved in this ever-growing business sector to help them attain a competitive edge in the Medical Polymers Market. <br />
<br />
<br />
Thank you for reading our report. Kindly get in touch with us to know more about the report or to receive a customized copy of it. Our team will ensure the report is tailored according to your needs.  <br />
<br />
<span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">To view more details on this report, click on the link </span><br />
<a href="https://www.rootsanalysis.com/reports/medical-polymers-market.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">https://www.rootsanalysis.com/reports/me...arket.html</a>]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Hydroponics Substrate Market - Sustainable Agriculture Growth]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-39.html</link>
			<pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:32:02 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Agriculture is rapidly evolving as growers seek innovative techniques to increase crop productivity while reducing dependence on traditional soil-based farming. Among these modern agricultural practices, hydroponics has gained significant attention because it allows plants to grow in nutrient-rich water rather than soil. To support plant roots and provide proper aeration and moisture balance, hydroponic systems rely on specialized growing materials known as substrates or growing media. These materials play a crucial role in plant growth and nutrient absorption, making them an essential component of hydroponic farming systems.<br />
The <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b"><a href="https://www.marketresearchfuture.com/reports/hydroponics-substrate-market-23166" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Hydroponics Substrate Market</a></span> is expanding as hydroponic farming becomes increasingly popular in commercial agriculture, urban farming, and greenhouse cultivation. Hydroponics involves growing plants in water-based nutrient solutions without soil, often using substrates such as perlite, coconut coir, or vermiculite to provide structural support for plant roots.  These substrates help maintain proper moisture levels, improve oxygen flow to plant roots, and stabilize plant growth within hydroponic systems.<br />
One of the key drivers of the hydroponics substrate market is the rising demand for efficient and sustainable agricultural practices. With global population growth increasing the demand for food production, farmers and agricultural companies are exploring alternative farming methods that maximize crop yields while minimizing land and water use. Hydroponic systems can produce crops more efficiently than traditional soil-based farming, and the use of specialized substrates further enhances plant growth conditions.<br />
A wide range of materials are used as hydroponic substrates, each offering unique benefits depending on the type of hydroponic system and crop being cultivated. Common substrates include rockwool, coconut coir, clay pellets, perlite, and vermiculite.  Rockwool, produced from molten rock fibers, is widely used because it retains moisture effectively while allowing sufficient airflow around plant roots. Coconut coir, derived from coconut husks, is considered a sustainable substrate that provides excellent water retention and aeration properties.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Agriculture is rapidly evolving as growers seek innovative techniques to increase crop productivity while reducing dependence on traditional soil-based farming. Among these modern agricultural practices, hydroponics has gained significant attention because it allows plants to grow in nutrient-rich water rather than soil. To support plant roots and provide proper aeration and moisture balance, hydroponic systems rely on specialized growing materials known as substrates or growing media. These materials play a crucial role in plant growth and nutrient absorption, making them an essential component of hydroponic farming systems.<br />
The <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b"><a href="https://www.marketresearchfuture.com/reports/hydroponics-substrate-market-23166" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="mycode_url">Hydroponics Substrate Market</a></span> is expanding as hydroponic farming becomes increasingly popular in commercial agriculture, urban farming, and greenhouse cultivation. Hydroponics involves growing plants in water-based nutrient solutions without soil, often using substrates such as perlite, coconut coir, or vermiculite to provide structural support for plant roots.  These substrates help maintain proper moisture levels, improve oxygen flow to plant roots, and stabilize plant growth within hydroponic systems.<br />
One of the key drivers of the hydroponics substrate market is the rising demand for efficient and sustainable agricultural practices. With global population growth increasing the demand for food production, farmers and agricultural companies are exploring alternative farming methods that maximize crop yields while minimizing land and water use. Hydroponic systems can produce crops more efficiently than traditional soil-based farming, and the use of specialized substrates further enhances plant growth conditions.<br />
A wide range of materials are used as hydroponic substrates, each offering unique benefits depending on the type of hydroponic system and crop being cultivated. Common substrates include rockwool, coconut coir, clay pellets, perlite, and vermiculite.  Rockwool, produced from molten rock fibers, is widely used because it retains moisture effectively while allowing sufficient airflow around plant roots. Coconut coir, derived from coconut husks, is considered a sustainable substrate that provides excellent water retention and aeration properties.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Matej - overcoming procrastination with passion]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-38.html</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:23:54 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.virtuescience.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=53">Matej</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hey everyone,<br />
<br />
I’m Matej, and my mission is to help as many procrastinators as possible escape the vicious cycle of “I’ll start tomorrow.”<br />
<br />
At one point, I realized procrastination was basically the one thing holding me back in life. That’s when solving it became my biggest passion and years later, I’m happy to say helping others break free is now what I do professionally.<br />
<br />
If you ever reach a point where taking action is the only thing standing between you and what you want in life, I’ll be happy to help you out here.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hey everyone,<br />
<br />
I’m Matej, and my mission is to help as many procrastinators as possible escape the vicious cycle of “I’ll start tomorrow.”<br />
<br />
At one point, I realized procrastination was basically the one thing holding me back in life. That’s when solving it became my biggest passion and years later, I’m happy to say helping others break free is now what I do professionally.<br />
<br />
If you ever reach a point where taking action is the only thing standing between you and what you want in life, I’ll be happy to help you out here.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Share Your Services]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-37.html</link>
			<pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 02:09:05 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.virtuescience.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=1">James</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hi everyone. Feel free to share your healing and life coaching services. <br />
<br />
You can do this by clicking into your CP (Control Panel) and putting a link to your website or social page in as your signature. it will then be at the footer of every message you post. <br />
<br />
You can also talk about your services in this forum. Start a thread about your methodlogy or philosophy etc and link in it directly to one of your pages.<br />
<br />
I encourage people to learn from each other. <br />
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<span style="font-style: italic;" class="mycode_i">The Healer by Alex Grey</span><br />
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For those seeking healing and guidance: Do not post personal information like name and address in the forums for the sake of your own privacy and safety. If you have a medical condition then consult a medical professional first. <br />
<br />
Along with other factors, let your intuition guide you to a beneficial healer, teacher, or coach. Feel free to discuss your challenges and current needs. Best wishes.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Hi everyone. Feel free to share your healing and life coaching services. <br />
<br />
You can do this by clicking into your CP (Control Panel) and putting a link to your website or social page in as your signature. it will then be at the footer of every message you post. <br />
<br />
You can also talk about your services in this forum. Start a thread about your methodlogy or philosophy etc and link in it directly to one of your pages.<br />
<br />
I encourage people to learn from each other. <br />
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<span style="font-style: italic;" class="mycode_i">The Healer by Alex Grey</span><br />
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For those seeking healing and guidance: Do not post personal information like name and address in the forums for the sake of your own privacy and safety. If you have a medical condition then consult a medical professional first. <br />
<br />
Along with other factors, let your intuition guide you to a beneficial healer, teacher, or coach. Feel free to discuss your challenges and current needs. Best wishes.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Tree Climbing]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-36.html</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:04:30 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.virtuescience.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=51">appleman</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Lets bring back the lost art of tree climbing. fresh air, bodyweight exercise, puzzle solving, useful.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Lets bring back the lost art of tree climbing. fresh air, bodyweight exercise, puzzle solving, useful.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Monoatomic Gold]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-35.html</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 14:59:19 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.virtuescience.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=50">HumbleHeart</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[This video reawakened my interest in monoatomic gold:<br />
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/2Vk_hAzi1DM" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe><br />
<br />
So there is strong Templar connection? Interested in people's views on monoatomic gold in general.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[This video reawakened my interest in monoatomic gold:<br />
<iframe width="560" height="315" src="//www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/2Vk_hAzi1DM" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe><br />
<br />
So there is strong Templar connection? Interested in people's views on monoatomic gold in general.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Greetings from FreedomQuest]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-34.html</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:58:10 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.virtuescience.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=49">FreedomQuest</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Greetings, I am FreedomQuest. Truth or die.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[Greetings, I am FreedomQuest. Truth or die.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Almost All You Believe is Wrong]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-33.html</link>
			<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 13:54:00 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.virtuescience.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=49">FreedomQuest</a>]]></dc:creator>
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I have come to the conclusion that almost everything people believe is wrong. People are full of false beliefs. Even (or especially) most of the certainties are also wrong. This means <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">you</span> also.<br />
People are so complacent and dare I say arrogant. The first step to freedom is realizing this. Take a step back from your beliefs. They are not a grand achievement they are a pile of rubbish 99.999 percent of the time.]]></description>
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I have come to the conclusion that almost everything people believe is wrong. People are full of false beliefs. Even (or especially) most of the certainties are also wrong. This means <span style="font-weight: bold;" class="mycode_b">you</span> also.<br />
People are so complacent and dare I say arrogant. The first step to freedom is realizing this. Take a step back from your beliefs. They are not a grand achievement they are a pile of rubbish 99.999 percent of the time.]]></content:encoded>
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			<title><![CDATA[Angry man who spits on the Buddha]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-32.html</link>
			<pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:40:51 +0000</pubDate>
			<dc:creator><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.virtuescience.com/member.php?action=profile&uid=46">StarBeing</a>]]></dc:creator>
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			<description><![CDATA[Hello everyone. I see this is a new forum so I will share one of my favourite stories about an angry man who spat at the Buddha and what happens next.<br />
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The Buddha was sitting under a tree talking to his disciples when a man came and spit on his face. He wiped it off, and he asked the man, “What next? What do you want to say next?” The man was a little puzzled because he himself never expected that when you spit on somebody’s face, he will ask, “What next?” He had no such experience in his past. He had insulted people and they had become angry and they had reacted. Or if they were cowards and weaklings, they had smiled, trying to bribe the man. But Buddha was like neither, he was not angry nor in any way offended, nor in any way cowardly. But just matter-of-factly he said, “What next?” There was no reaction on his part.<br />
Buddha’s disciples became angry, they reacted. His closest disciple, Ananda, said, “This is too much, and we cannot tolerate it. He has to be punished for it. Otherwise everybody will start doing things like this.”<br />
<br />
Buddha said, “You keep silent. He has not offended me, but you are offending me. He is new, a stranger. He must have heard from people something about me, that this man is an atheist, a dangerous man who is throwing people off their track, a revolutionary, a corrupter. And he may have formed some idea, a notion of me. He has not spit on me, he has spit on his notion. He has spit on his idea of me because he does not know me at all, so how can he spit on me?<br />
<br />
“If you think on it deeply,” Buddha said, “he has spit on his own mind. I am not part of it, and I can see that this poor man must have something else to say because this is a way of saying something. Spitting is a way of saying something. There are moments when you feel that language is impotent: in deep love, in intense anger, in hate, in prayer. There are intense moments when language is impotent. Then you have to do something. When you are angry, intensely angry, you hit the person, you spit on him, you are saying something. I can understand him. He must have something more to say, that’s why I’m asking, “What next?”<br />
<br />
The man was even more puzzled! And Buddha said to his disciples, “I am more offended by you because you know me, and you have lived for years with me, and still you react.”<br />
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Puzzled, confused, the man returned home. He could not sleep the whole night. When you see a Buddha, it is difficult, impossible to sleep again the way you used to sleep before. Again and again he was haunted by the experience. He could not explain it to himself, what had happened. He was trembling all over and perspiring. He had never come across such a man; he shattered his whole mind and his whole pattern, his whole past.<br />
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The next morning he was back there. He threw himself at Buddha’s feet. Buddha asked him again, “What next? This, too, is a way of saying something that cannot be said in language. When you come and touch my feet, you are saying something that cannot be said ordinarily, for which all words are a little narrow; it cannot be contained in them.” Buddha said, “Look, Ananda, this man is again here, he is saying something. This man is a man of deep emotions.”<br />
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The man looked at Buddha and said, “Forgive me for what I did yesterday.”<br />
Buddha said, “Forgive? But I am not the same man to whom you did it. The Ganges goes on flowing, it is never the same Ganges again. Every man is a river. The man you spit upon is no longer here. I look just like him, but I am not the same, much has happened in these twenty-four hours! The river has flowed so much. So I cannot forgive you because I have no grudge against you.”<br />
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“And you also are new. I can see you are not the same man who came yesterday because that man was angry and he spit, whereas you are bowing at my feet, touching my feet. How can you be the same man? You are not the same man, so let us forget about it. Those two people, the man who spit and the man on whom he spit, both are no more. Come closer. Let us talk of something else.”<br />
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The Buddha was sitting under a tree talking to his disciples when a man came and spit on his face. He wiped it off, and he asked the man, “What next? What do you want to say next?” The man was a little puzzled because he himself never expected that when you spit on somebody’s face, he will ask, “What next?” He had no such experience in his past. He had insulted people and they had become angry and they had reacted. Or if they were cowards and weaklings, they had smiled, trying to bribe the man. But Buddha was like neither, he was not angry nor in any way offended, nor in any way cowardly. But just matter-of-factly he said, “What next?” There was no reaction on his part.<br />
Buddha’s disciples became angry, they reacted. His closest disciple, Ananda, said, “This is too much, and we cannot tolerate it. He has to be punished for it. Otherwise everybody will start doing things like this.”<br />
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Buddha said, “You keep silent. He has not offended me, but you are offending me. He is new, a stranger. He must have heard from people something about me, that this man is an atheist, a dangerous man who is throwing people off their track, a revolutionary, a corrupter. And he may have formed some idea, a notion of me. He has not spit on me, he has spit on his notion. He has spit on his idea of me because he does not know me at all, so how can he spit on me?<br />
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“If you think on it deeply,” Buddha said, “he has spit on his own mind. I am not part of it, and I can see that this poor man must have something else to say because this is a way of saying something. Spitting is a way of saying something. There are moments when you feel that language is impotent: in deep love, in intense anger, in hate, in prayer. There are intense moments when language is impotent. Then you have to do something. When you are angry, intensely angry, you hit the person, you spit on him, you are saying something. I can understand him. He must have something more to say, that’s why I’m asking, “What next?”<br />
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The man was even more puzzled! And Buddha said to his disciples, “I am more offended by you because you know me, and you have lived for years with me, and still you react.”<br />
<br />
Puzzled, confused, the man returned home. He could not sleep the whole night. When you see a Buddha, it is difficult, impossible to sleep again the way you used to sleep before. Again and again he was haunted by the experience. He could not explain it to himself, what had happened. He was trembling all over and perspiring. He had never come across such a man; he shattered his whole mind and his whole pattern, his whole past.<br />
<br />
The next morning he was back there. He threw himself at Buddha’s feet. Buddha asked him again, “What next? This, too, is a way of saying something that cannot be said in language. When you come and touch my feet, you are saying something that cannot be said ordinarily, for which all words are a little narrow; it cannot be contained in them.” Buddha said, “Look, Ananda, this man is again here, he is saying something. This man is a man of deep emotions.”<br />
<br />
The man looked at Buddha and said, “Forgive me for what I did yesterday.”<br />
Buddha said, “Forgive? But I am not the same man to whom you did it. The Ganges goes on flowing, it is never the same Ganges again. Every man is a river. The man you spit upon is no longer here. I look just like him, but I am not the same, much has happened in these twenty-four hours! The river has flowed so much. So I cannot forgive you because I have no grudge against you.”<br />
<br />
“And you also are new. I can see you are not the same man who came yesterday because that man was angry and he spit, whereas you are bowing at my feet, touching my feet. How can you be the same man? You are not the same man, so let us forget about it. Those two people, the man who spit and the man on whom he spit, both are no more. Come closer. Let us talk of something else.”<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Daleks!?]]></title>
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			<title><![CDATA[Hey, Do You Serve Oil Here?]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-30.html</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 22:01:29 +0000</pubDate>
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What percentage is it? <br />
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What percentage is it? <br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Positive Songs?]]></title>
			<link>https://www.virtuescience.com/thread-29.html</link>
			<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:52:08 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Will you list some positive songs?<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Favourite Herbal Tea]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:45:43 +0000</pubDate>
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			<description><![CDATA[Do you have a favourite herbal tea?<br />
I have heard that rosemary tea is good for the brain, true?<br />
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I have heard that rosemary tea is good for the brain, true?<br />
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			<title><![CDATA[Financial Freedom Tips]]></title>
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			<pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 21:36:00 +0000</pubDate>
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Will you share them here?<br />
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Will you share them here?<br />
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