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<nowiki>::</nowiki>Sidney nodded, she had to admit she didn't completely understand all of the technobabble, but she knew the basic components of all research.:: | <nowiki>::</nowiki>Sidney nodded, she had to admit she didn't completely understand all of the technobabble, but she knew the basic components of all research.:: | ||
'''Riley''': Part of the reason I am here is because I wanted to see how you were doing. We haven't really had a chance to talk much since you were reassigned to the Independence. I don't think I ever really got a chance to say it's good to have you back... | '''Riley''': Part of the reason I am here is because I wanted to see how you were doing. We haven't really had a chance to talk much since you were [[Salak/Professional History|reassigned]] to the [[USS Independence-A|Independence]]. I don't think I ever really got a chance to say it's good to have you back... | ||
'''Salak''': I recall a short conversation in the mess when I joined the crew, but have seen comparatively little of you since. | '''Salak''': I recall a short conversation in the mess when I joined the crew, but have seen comparatively little of you since. | ||
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'''Riley''': Ah, yes the second reason I am here... you don't miss anything do you Mister Salak? | '''Riley''': Ah, yes the second reason I am here... you don't miss anything do you Mister Salak? | ||
<nowiki>::</nowiki>Salak noticed a flicker in the Commanders eye, one that could be considered playful. If she were trying to provoke an emotional reaction, it wouldn't be a first time. He assumed it was a joking manner, given his knowledge of her history with Bron, even if he had seen little of the Security officer in the recent past.:: | <nowiki>::</nowiki>Salak noticed a flicker in the Commanders eye, one that could be considered playful. If she were trying to provoke an emotional reaction, it wouldn't be a first time. He assumed it was a joking manner, given his knowledge of her history with [[Storos, Bron|Bron]], even if he had seen little of the Security officer in the recent past.:: | ||
'''Salak''': In order to miss something, I need either overlook it, thus would not be aware of missing it; or have emotional attachment, which is unbecoming for a Vulcan. Your point however? | '''Salak''': In order to miss something, I need either overlook it, thus would not be aware of missing it; or have emotional attachment, which is unbecoming for a [[Vulcan]]. Your point however? | ||
'''Riley''': I was wondering if you would like to get some lunch? I'd like to ask for your advice.... | '''Riley''': I was wondering if you would like to get some lunch? I'd like to ask for your advice.... | ||
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<nowiki>::</nowiki>The First Officer paused.:: | <nowiki>::</nowiki>The First Officer paused.:: | ||
'''Riley''': I wanted to seek your advice on some Vulcan techniques in meditation. I seek to separate some emotional responses from my | '''Riley''': I wanted to seek your advice on some Vulcan techniques in meditation. I seek to separate some emotional responses from my work... | ||
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<nowiki>::</nowiki>It was a request Salak had not heard before, one he raised an eyebrow to. It seemed odd, there seemed no logical rational for the timing of the request either...:: | <nowiki>::</nowiki>It was a request Salak had not heard before, one he raised an eyebrow to. It seemed odd, there seemed no logical rational for the timing of the request either...:: | ||
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'''Riley''': Why does there have to be a reason? | '''Riley''': Why does there have to be a reason? | ||
'''Salak''': | '''Salak''': [[Humans]] are by nature an irrational, emotional species... | ||
'''Riley''': I know humans are supposed to have emotions. However, I want to separate some negative feelings from my decision making processes... | '''Riley''': I know humans are supposed to have emotions. However, I want to separate some negative feelings from my decision making processes... | ||
'''Salak''': I was under the impression that part of your upbringing was on Vulcan. Would that not have been a more logical time to learn such techniques? | '''Salak''': I was under the impression that part of your upbringing was on [[Vulcan (planet)|Vulcan]]. Would that not have been a more logical time to learn such techniques? | ||
'''Riley''': It was Mister Salak and I do have some training. However, I believe I did not take the Vulcan disciplines as seriously as I perhaps should have in my youth. | '''Riley''': It was Mister Salak and I do have some training. However, I believe I did not take the Vulcan disciplines as seriously as I perhaps should have in my youth. | ||
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'''Salak''': What is your preferred consumption? | '''Salak''': What is your preferred consumption? | ||
'''Riley''': Oh...Chef Salad and Vulcan Spice tea....::Pause and smiles.:: Thank you Mr. Salak.... | '''Riley''': Oh...[[wp:Chef salad|Chef Salad]] and [[ma:Vulcan spice tea|Vulcan Spice tea]]....::Pause and smiles.:: Thank you Mr. Salak.... | ||
<nowiki>::</nowiki>Salak keyed the order into the Replicator panel, producing first the Commanders order, then his own Plomeek Soup and Vulcan Spice Tea. The two sat at a table away from the other attendees. Away from prying ears, the Vulcan continued the conversation:: | <nowiki>::</nowiki>Salak keyed the order into the Replicator panel, producing first the Commanders order, then his own [[ma:Plomeek soup|Plomeek Soup]] and Vulcan Spice Tea. The two sat at a table away from the other attendees. Away from prying ears, the Vulcan continued the conversation:: | ||
'''Salak''': Vulcans control their emotions by process of T'san s'at. It is the intellectual deconstruction of our emotional patterns and involves meditation but is a life long process. You will not see any quick results. | '''Salak''': Vulcans control their emotions by process of [[ma:T'san s'at|T'san s'at]]. It is the intellectual deconstruction of our emotional patterns and involves meditation but is a life long process. You will not see any quick results. | ||
'''Riley''': I'm aware of the T'san s'at and I know it's complicated... | '''Riley''': I'm aware of the T'san s'at and I know it's complicated... | ||
'''Salak''': Meditation commonly involves the use of lamps and candles, though there are alternatives such as the construction of a Keethara. | '''Salak''': [[ma:Meditation|Meditation]] commonly involves the use of lamps and candles, though there are alternatives such as the construction of a [[ma:Keethara|Keethara]]. | ||
'''Riley''': ::nods.:: Are there any other options available, something perhaps more short term? | '''Riley''': ::nods.:: Are there any other options available, something perhaps more short term? | ||
'''Salak''': A more short term alternative could be a mind meld, a Vulcan could try and instill control within your mind to assist with emotional control. Such would provide a foundation from which you can more easily undergo T'san s'at, though the initial mind meld can be overwhelming for a non-Vulcan. | '''Salak''': A more short term alternative could be a [[ma:Vulcan mind meld|mind meld]], a Vulcan could try and instill control within your mind to assist with emotional control. Such would provide a foundation from which you can more easily undergo T'san s'at, though the initial mind meld can be overwhelming for a non-Vulcan. | ||
<nowiki>::</nowiki>Sidney paused. A mind meld...She wasn't sure she wanted to undergo such a process. If she did then someone else would know everything she knew, everything she felt. Her only experience with a mind meld had been as a child and she shuttered slightly at the thought, it wasn't an experience she really wanted to go through again. She didn't want to think of that. She was thankful when Salak continued.:: | <nowiki>::</nowiki>Sidney paused. A mind meld...She wasn't sure she wanted to undergo such a process. If she did then someone else would know everything she knew, everything she felt. Her only experience with a mind meld had been as a child and she shuttered slightly at the thought, it wasn't an experience she really wanted to go through again. She didn't want to think of that. She was thankful when Salak continued.:: | ||
'''Salak''': Of course, a logical reason for your request could be Bilak par. Have you undergone a traumatic situation recently, a possible mistake that you would rather forget? | '''Salak''': Of course, a logical reason for your request could be [[ma:Bilak par|Bilak par]]. Have you undergone a traumatic situation recently, a possible mistake that you would rather forget? | ||
'''Riley''': ::Ignoring the question.:: I've never heard of Bilak par... | '''Riley''': ::Ignoring the question.:: I've never heard of Bilak par... | ||
'''Salak''': Bilak par is the Vulcan term for self pity. There is a very old ritual called Fullara which can repress the memories and emotions relating to an incident. However it is very rarely used, it's been obsolete for centuries, and I am unaware of it ever being undergone by a non-Vulcan. | '''Salak''': Bilak par is the Vulcan term for self pity. There is a very old ritual called [[ma:Fullara|Fullara]] which can repress the memories and emotions relating to an incident. However it is very rarely used, it's been obsolete for centuries, and I am unaware of it ever being undergone by a non-Vulcan. | ||
<nowiki>::</nowiki>The First Officer straightened in her seat, the Vulcan taking a sip from his Spice tea as she asked...:: | <nowiki>::</nowiki>The First Officer straightened in her seat, the Vulcan taking a sip from his Spice tea as she asked...:: | ||
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Salak: Affirmative, the strength of Vulcan emotions can be overwhelming. Pressure changes can also aggravate any existing medical conditions. In addition, We would both leave an impression upon each others mind. I'd see into your mind as much as you can see into mine. | Salak: Affirmative, the strength of Vulcan emotions can be overwhelming. Pressure changes can also aggravate any existing medical conditions. In addition, We would both leave an impression upon each others mind. I'd see into your mind as much as you can see into mine. | ||
'''Riley''': What about Deltans? I am one eighth Deltan.... | '''Riley''': What about [[Deltans]]? I am one eighth Deltan.... | ||
'''Salak''': I am not aware of any instances of a mind meld with a Deltan, and thus can not be certain if such would have any additional effects. | '''Salak''': I am not aware of any instances of a mind meld with a Deltan, and thus can not be certain if such would have any additional effects. | ||
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'''Salak''': Such is understandable... | '''Salak''': Such is understandable... | ||
'''Riley''': How about I give you a response when we arrive at DS 17? | '''Riley''': How about I give you a response when we arrive at [[Deep Space 17|DS 17]]? | ||
'''Salak''': Indeed. If you require longer, than do take the time you need to reach a decision... | '''Salak''': Indeed. If you require longer, than do take the time you need to reach a decision... | ||