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Damn, another amazing application example, thanks for sharing! Just tested it to make a little quizz for the book im currently reading and it worked really well: give me a little quizz with questions about the book: the selfish gene Sure! Here are five questions about "The Selfish Gene" by Richard Dawkins: What is the central thesis of "The Selfish Gene"? How does Dawkins define "selfishness"? What is the idea of the "extended phenotype"? How does Dawkins explain the evolution of altruism? What is the "meme" concept and how is it related to the book? 1. The central thesis of the book is that the essential unit of selection is the gene Yes, that is correct. The central thesis of "The Selfish Gene" is that genes are the driving force behind evolution, rather than individuals or groups. Dawkins argues that genes are "selfish" in the sense that they act in their own self-interest to ensure their own survival and replication, which ultimately leads to the evolution of organisms that are best suited to their environment. 2. selfishness means that the gene behaves in a way that maximizes its own survival and reproduction. therefore selfishness is behavior that will make itself more numerous in the gene pool Yes, that is correct. In "The Selfish Gene," Dawkins defines "selfishness" as the behavior of genes that maximizes their own survival and reproduction. He argues that this behavior is not limited to human behavior, but rather it is a fundamental principle of evolution that applies to all living organisms. The "selfish" behavior of genes leads to the evolution of organisms that are best suited to their environment, and this ultimately leads to the survival and reproduction of those genes. 3. I dont know. What is the idea of the extended phenotype The idea of the extended phenotype refers to the idea that the influence of a gene does not stop at the body of the organism in which it resides, but can extend beyond the organism to influence its environment. For example, the beaver's dam is an example of an extended phenotype, as it is a product of the beaver's genes that influence its environment. Dawkins argues that the extended phenotype is an important aspect of understanding the effects of natural selection, as it can explain how certain traits or behaviors evolve even if they do not directly contribute to the survival or reproduction of the organism.
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When I first tried Modafinil I really loved it, because I was so hyperfocussed for the whole day and at evenig I would got in so much information in the day. But nowadays I noticed the downsides more strongly too. I feel like on 100mg I get a bit robotic like I said, a bit less creative and more down the next day. I still enjoy it once or twice a week in a dose of 50mg now, the effects are not that strong in this way but I have more mental energy throughout the day to learn and less fatique, I can just get more done in a day with a quarter of modafinil. What is really amazing about it is that I can increase my motivation for learning stuff, getting really hyped about the topics I explore. I think if you use that dopamine spike in the right way you can increase your motivation and excitement for the right stuff. But be careful I also noticed that it increases the addiction pathways, making addictive behavior more pleasure(e.g. videogames, porn or whatever) , so if you have little addictions and engage with them on modafinil it can increase them too. Also I think overall its not the most wholistic substance for your brain chemistry, because it upregulates your dopamine in a way that is not really in balance with your overall system, instead of upregulating the internal regulation mechanisms of your system wholistically.
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For me personally I noticed that even if I take half of it (100mg) I will have difficulties falling asleep and get a headache in the evening, so my ability to have a clear mind is reduced the next day. Plus I get more robotic, less social and more anxiety. With a quarter of it (50mg) Im more awake throughout the day, have more time where I can concentrate to study and can fall asleep, without having a crash next day.
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Those were really mystically for me
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In my opinion you cant answer this objectively. Im sure experienced users like Leo will have an way deeper trip with 20 than others have with 30. You shouldnt shoot for the highest. It depends on your prior psychedelic experiences, your baseline state of consciousness, your sensitivity to psychedelics etc... I would just slowly increasing your doses and see where it leads you and integrate the insights. I dont see the need to go deeper and deeper increasingly fast.
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@StartStruck Nice, definitely will read this soon. Spiritual bypassing means youre avoiding processing some grief or feeling some emotions that are true for you right now, by a form of escapism with spiritual practices, positive thinking and wishful thinking.
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Thanks for sharing! Seems like an interesting course for me. I want to check out his books soon too, since I heard a lot about them. What book from him would you recommend? Although I heard his teaching could contain some aspects of spiritual bypassing, but I will check out for myself.
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Cireeric replied to Thought Art's topic in Society, Politics, Government, Environment, Current Events
I recently watched the long Andrew Tate Interview from the Valuetainment Podcast. First and foremost to get a better picture of him, since he seems to have become a very controversial figure in the last year and I didnt knew much about him. I found that he is a perfect example of the conservative worldview. His points perfectly fit into the descriptions from the video about the conservative mind. I also think that he points out some stage blue/conservative values that really are underemphasized in current culture and its also an quite intelligent formulation of the conservative worldview. Recommand watching this, if you want to see an example of the conservative worldview to understand it deeper, although I can understand if someone doesnt want to watch 5 hours of Andrew Tate But be careful he is quite persuasive and I can see how he can draw people in, get them to belief some of the more toxic aspects of his worldview. -
Im doing 25 minutes of first focussing on breath to stabilize and then trying to take in fully and notice all sensations as they areise. In the last months my body awareness increased a lot and it feels very good to just meditate + sometimes I do a guided meditation from adyashanti which helped me a lot with really relaxing into the meditation, decreasing resistance and just enjoying it. This one is one of my favorites, but he has a lot of great meditation from the 15-30 min range.
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I guess its not pretty accurate, but I found this pretty hilarious
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Yeah I would also say that there is definitely a lot that this videos cant capture but the first one is really the most accurate I have seen yet. Some of the effects come pretty close to my optic visuals on LSD.
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What are the most important lessons I can learn from Albert Einstein? 1. Follow your curiosity: Einstein believed that curiosity was the key to unlocking creativity and learning. He was a great believer in the power of questioning and exploring the unknown. 2. Value simplicity: Einstein was known for his elegant theories and for his ability to break down complex problems into simple, understandable concepts. 3. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes: Einstein was not afraid to make mistakes as part of the learning process, and believed that mistakes were part of the journey to success. 4. Think outside the box: Einstein encouraged people to think in new and creative ways, to explore the boundaries of human knowledge, and to challenge the status quo. 5. Persevere: Despite facing setbacks and criticism, Einstein persevered and worked hard to achieve his goals. He believed that if you persevere, you can make a significant contribution to the world. Its crazy that this GPT3 can come up with pretty solid answers to very sophisticated questions in just a second. What are the most important lessons I can learn from Leo Gura? 1. Take ownership of your life. Leo Gura encourages individuals to take full responsibility for their lives and to take actions that will lead them to their desired outcomes. 2. Believe in yourself. Leo Gura believes that every individual has the capacity to make their dreams a reality and it is up to them to have faith in their capabilities. 3. Take action. Leo Gura stresses that it is essential to take inspired action and to be consistent in order to manifest the life you want. 4. Be mindful. Leo Gura advises individuals to be mindful of their thoughts and feelings, and to be aware of the power of their mindset. 5. Practice self-love. Leo Gura believes that self-love is essential for personal growth and encourages individuals to practice self-care activities that will help them cultivate a sense of self-worth.
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This is really interesting to play with, thanks for sharing! But its also quite frightening. There are some really interesting answers It could provide: Input: How to find my life purpose? 1. Identify your passions: Think about what you truly love to do, what activities bring you joy and energy, and what topics interest you the most. 2. Reflect on your strengths and skills: Consider what you’re naturally good at, what talents you’ve developed over the years, and what areas of knowledge you’re particularly knowledgeable in. 3. Ask yourself meaningful questions: Questions such as “What values do I want to live by?” and “What would I do if I had no fear?” can help to clarify your purpose. 4. Talk to people you trust: Ask people who know you well what they think your purpose is. They may be able to provide valuable insight. 5. Take a personality test: Online personality tests such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator can help you to understand your strengths and preferences. 6. Try new things: Experimenting with different hobbies or activities can help you to identify things that you’re passionate about. 7. Meditate: Meditation can help you to clear your mind and focus on what matters to you. 8. Spend time in nature: Nature can help to... Not bad advice Input: Make an argument for atomic energy Atomic energy is an incredibly efficient and cost-effective form of energy production. It is a clean energy source that produces no emissions or pollutants, and its fuel costs are relatively low. It is also a reliable energy source, with a capacity factor of 90%, meaning it can produce energy around the clock. In addition, it is a safe energy source with a high safety record, and its nuclear waste is much less hazardous than other forms of energy production. Furthermore, it has the potential to be a global energy source, helping to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. Finally, it can be a major source of jobs and economic development, providing a range of employment opportunities for engineers, scientists, and other professionals. Input: Make an argument against atomic energy Atomic energy is a dangerous form of energy production. It relies on the use of nuclear fission, a process that releases radiation, which can be harmful to both people and the environment. In addition, the waste produced by atomic energy is highly radioactive and must be stored in specialized, monitored facilities. This waste can remain hazardous for thousands of years, presenting a long-term environmental risk. Furthermore, there is always the potential risk of a nuclear meltdown, which can cause catastrophic damage to the environment, as seen most recently in the Fukushima Daiichi disaster. Finally, mining and refining of uranium, the fuel used in nuclear reactors, can cause environmental damage as well as harm to local populations.
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I think it could come off as a bit tryhard and weird if you do spray and take cialis on your first time with her You dont need to fuck her for hours like a pornstar. Especially for a girl this type of approach will come off as weird because they dont really understand the performance anxiety some guys can have. Most girls wont judge your performance that hard and if it isnt happening everytime will see it as a compliment when you cum fast on your first time with her.
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Dont know if anyone answered on this specifically, since I dont want to read all the threads on this topic. But deep Spirituality and Insights will make you Stronger like nothing else. You conquer your fears, you come to know yourself, that will give you real confidence. When shit is going down, the wise people will remain the calmest because you have faith and conficence into something deeper than materiality.
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Haha, this is an great way to describing it
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Honestly this sounds way too rigid, analytic and left-brainy to me if you really talk about socializing. The best thing you can do in socializing is being present in the moment with the people, having fun, empathising, being passionate, really listening to people, giving some value. I think the best material on basic socializing is from RSD Julian and Owen. I think otherwise, trying too hard with your interaction or calculating too much will just hinder your ability to do the things said. If you talk about a special setting like an job-interview, sure there you can prepare better beforehand and be more tactical and there are a lot of good articles out how to do this.
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Do you guys think 5 MeoMalt is similiarly beneficial in solving energetic blockages and in this way beneficial for the overall health of your system? I will test out in the next weeks.
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I strongly recommend listening to this
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Wouldnt claim these to be the greatest bands of all time, but some of my favorites: Tame Impala Pixies The Police and pretty new and recent ones: Turnstile Idles
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I think it can differ from person to person. For me Mushrooms always feel much warmer, natural and gentle than LSD. LSD can feel very unpleasant and alien. Also 5 Meo Malt is much warmer and gentler than LSD or 5 Meo DMT for me. For me the more gentle and warm like LSD psychedelic is AL-LAD that is worth checking out.
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I also think that this advice on porn does not work for most people. There are tons of research on the bad effects porn has on your brain. Its pretty obvious. Also from my own experience I know that my motivation goes down when I just jerk off to porn. There is less motivation to go out and seek real sexual experiences with women, which are way more meaningful. Also firing all my neurons in my brain with this hyperstimuli makes me worse at appreciating stuff that fires less neurons like reading a book or watching a lecture. Especially for a guy who clearly has a problem with porn and masturbation this is not the right advice.
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Please do it anyway.
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Daniel Schmachtenberger has an GoodReads Account and I found a few good books on his list that I really like. https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/62742912-daniel-schmachtenberger
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Okay I understand, thx for clarification!