theviewfrom5Terre

not the laughing chubby Buddha

Just stepping in to clarify for whomever's interest it tickles, that the "laughing chubby Buddha" isn't even Buddha, he's a monk named Budai.

Edit to clarify I'm aware that Buddha is a title. Please notice I linked to the specific part in the wiki that clarifies that in the West, Budai is often mistaken for Guatama Buddha, but isn't the same guy.

How come Chinese culture isn't shared with the West the way, say, Japanese culture is? Things like anime, manga, and Japanese video games are readily available in the West. Why does China not do the same? I mean, there are definitely ways to access Chinese media/culture, but there doesn't seem to be as much an effort to get stuff out there as other cultures. Why is that?

Would you recommend using weed every night to help sleep? Most sleep aids (melatonin, zzzquil as examples) are for occassional sleeplessness and not every night. Additionally, weed can become habit-forming/addictive. Is it recommended for every night use for those with chronic insomnia?

Thank you, I did wonder if it had something to do with that.