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Published inThe ShortformMy 5-Year Rule and the Power of PerspectiveSometimes, letting go is the wiser choiceFeb 2A response icon2Feb 2A response icon2
Published inJaponica PublicationSokushinbutsu—Self-Mummification to Attain BuddhahoodThe ultimate in sacrifice for othersJan 27A response icon3Jan 27A response icon3
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