I think the point here is that one's credilbility lies
not in some sort of objective criteria we can all
agree upon.
Exactly.
These allegations of sexual advances
and/or acts by MMY are believed by some and denied by
others.
I don't doubt them. I just don't see what someone's ability to sit in a classroom or write a thesis has to do with their credibility.
A lot of it has to do with our own concept of
what and who MMY is to us.
Not IMO. I would be writing the same thing if we were talking about any teacher or guru.
Frankly, I see the sexual
allegations as true because of my own
belief/experience in the credibility of the accusers.
Accusers is a loaded word since none are accusing him of coercion or sex with minors. Many will say this doesn't matter, that it's still unethical and taking advantage. I say the women made their own choices at the time. Living to regret something is hopefully a learning experience and a sign of moving on, not an accusatory one.
I still also find MMY to be an amazing man/guru who
has been the catalyst for profound changes in my
consciousness.
Agreed, with the caveat of profound changes in life and lifestyle, for the better.
