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RT Wolf · 11-15-2008, 04:34 AM

I was buying another book as a gift and put the book in my bag. Later when I opened my bag, I found PDSP in there, which I'd picked up and decided not to buy just yet (there's a 15% off sale tomorrow). I must've accidentally put it in there though I really can't remember doing that.

I find it ironic to steal a book which would probably advise strongly against stealing, and the author used to be a thief. I'll be returning to the store and purchasing it properly tomorrow or the day after.

Just wanted to share this story, it amused me.

Savage · 11-15-2008, 06:14 AM

That's amusing considering the first page of the book's Intro.

Blueskied · 11-15-2008, 08:59 AM

Unconscious stealing, pretty weird.

Akashic_Librarian · 11-15-2008, 09:18 AM

Lol.

As if your going to pay for it!

RT Wolf · 11-15-2008, 02:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Steve Pavlina

That's amusing considering the first page of the book's Intro.

Yea, just looked at it, haha.

Blueskied, I know. It's really weird.

Akashic, I am going to pay for it. It's sorta weird, though, I've had no feeling of guilt or anything at stealing, it's just a mistake.

Savage · 11-15-2008, 04:51 PM

Should we call the cops, so you too can experience the thrill of being arrested for shoplifting?

RT Wolf · 11-15-2008, 05:01 PM

Lol. Not a thrill I'd like, thanks.

Actually, what do you think I should do, Steve? I intend to return it and buy it properly, since I've been wanting to read it, and I'd like to support your work and thank you for all you've done for me through whatever little bit of money will make it's way down to you. What would you do?

Also, have you ever tried to make reperations to the companies/folk you stole from? By paying for that stuff or something?

Andrew Brunelle · 11-15-2008, 11:21 PM

You should've stole "Steal this Book," by Abbie Hoffman.

missing · 11-16-2008, 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RT Wolf

Lol. Not a thrill I'd like, thanks.

Actually, what do you think I should do, Steve? I intend to return it and buy it properly, since I've been wanting to read it, and I'd like to support your work and thank you for all you've done for me through whatever little bit of money will make it's way down to you. What would you do?

Also, have you ever tried to make reperations to the companies/folk you stole from? By paying for that stuff or something?

I believe Steve wrote an article on piracy, which might provide some insight:

The Truth About Piracy

Bruce Achterberg · 11-17-2008, 03:59 AM

Ahh, this is why I'm a member of this community. Where else could you get threads like this, and the actual meaningful conversation and interaction that follows?

The David · 11-17-2008, 05:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Bruce Achterberg

Ahh, this is why I'm a member of this community. Where else could you get threads like this, and the actual meaningful conversation and interaction that follows?

[\meaningful conversation and interaction]

Thief!

Chris Cade · 11-18-2008, 03:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Bruce Achterberg

Ahh, this is why I'm a member of this community. Where else could you get threads like this, and the actual meaningful conversation and interaction that follows?

"Before enlightenment: Chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment: Chop wood, carry water."

"Before enlightenment: Shoplifting. After elightenment: Shoplifting."

"Before enlightenment: Dick and fart jokes. After enlightenment: Dick and fart jokes."

(Forgive me - my wife and I were watching Friends on DVD tonight for the first time in months...)

Actually reminds me of a satsang with Adyashanti where somebody asked what he liked to do in his spare time, and he said he likes to ride his motorcycle and win his friends money when they play poker.

RT Wolf · 11-18-2008, 02:03 PM

Lol @ comments.

You can call off the police dogs and nationwide search. Turns out my gf bought the book and put in my bag and then told me she didn't when I asked her. She told me after two days. Even called up the bookstore and told them that if I come in trying to buy this book, they should not let him pay for it again. They were greatly amused. Lol.

marinik · 11-19-2008, 05:59 AM

Shucks

! And I thought it is going to become messy

! Tell your girlfriend she spoiled all the fun! I could see a car race and shooting and Steve bailing you out... forgiving you and then giving you a big hug....

11-15-2008, 04:34 AM	#1 (permalink)
RT Wolf Family Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Toronto, Canuckland Posts: 1,737	I stole PDSP today I was buying another book as a gift and put the book in my bag. Later when I opened my bag, I found PDSP in there, which I'd picked up and decided not to buy just yet (there's a 15% off sale tomorrow). I must've accidentally put it in there though I really can't remember doing that. I find it ironic to steal a book which would probably advise strongly against stealing, and the author used to be a thief. I'll be returning to the store and purchasing it properly tomorrow or the day after. Just wanted to share this story, it amused me.

11-15-2008, 06:14 AM	#2 (permalink)
Savage Master Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 5,988	That's amusing considering the first page of the book's Intro. __________________ Steve Pavlina www.StevePavlina.com Join me on: Twitter \| Google+

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Savage Master Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 5,988	Should we call the cops, so you too can experience the thrill of being arrested for shoplifting? __________________ Steve Pavlina www.StevePavlina.com Join me on: Twitter \| Google+

11-19-2008, 05:59 AM	#14 (permalink)
marinik Legendary Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Where Living and Loving and Laughing are written into the Constitution Posts: 14,240	OOOOOHHHHHHHHH there goes a good story Shucks! And I thought it is going to become messy ! Tell your girlfriend she spoiled all the fun! I could see a car race and shooting and Steve bailing you out... forgiving you and then giving you a big hug....

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11-15-2008, 08:59 AM	#3 (permalink)
Blueskied Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 292	Unconscious stealing, pretty weird.

11-15-2008, 09:18 AM	#4 (permalink)
Akashic_Librarian Banned Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: The Darkness / The Never Posts: 1,673	Lol. As if your going to pay for it!

11-15-2008, 05:01 PM	#7 (permalink)
RT Wolf Family Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Toronto, Canuckland Posts: 1,737	Lol. Not a thrill I'd like, thanks. Actually, what do you think I should do, Steve? I intend to return it and buy it properly, since I've been wanting to read it, and I'd like to support your work and thank you for all you've done for me through whatever little bit of money will make it's way down to you. What would you do? Also, have you ever tried to make reperations to the companies/folk you stole from? By paying for that stuff or something?

11-15-2008, 11:21 PM	#8 (permalink)
Andrew Brunelle Family Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Home Posts: 2,578	You should've stole "Steal this Book," by Abbie Hoffman.

11-17-2008, 03:59 AM	#10 (permalink)
Bruce Achterberg Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: New South Wales, Australia (GMT+10) Posts: 970	Ahh, this is why I'm a member of this community. Where else could you get threads like this, and the actual meaningful conversation and interaction that follows?

11-18-2008, 02:03 PM	#13 (permalink)
RT Wolf Family Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Toronto, Canuckland Posts: 1,737	Lol @ comments. You can call off the police dogs and nationwide search. Turns out my gf bought the book and put in my bag and then told me she didn't when I asked her. She told me after two days. Even called up the bookstore and told them that if I come in trying to buy this book, they should not let him pay for it again. They were greatly amused. Lol.

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