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The worst is over, hopefully

Here is a comprehensive list of attributes and behaviors that an intelligent, thoughtful person demonstrates when participating in a forum. These traits reflect not just intellectual capability, but intellectual humility, emotional maturity, and effective communication. 1. Intellectual Humility & Open-Mindedness * Open to being wrong: Views being corrected not as a defeat, but as an opportunity to update their knowledge and get closer to the truth. * Appearances of uncertainty: Comfortably uses phrases like "As far as I understand..." or "Correct me if I'm missing something," recognizing that certainty requires robust evidence. * Separates ego from ideas: Does not take counterarguments as personal attacks; attacks the argument, not the person (avoids ad hominem). 2. Analytical Rigor & Charitable Interpretation * Stealmans the opposition: Restates the opponent's argument in its strongest, most logical form before responding, proving they actually understand it rather than attacking a weak strawman. * Distinguishes correlation from causation: Avoids leaping to conclusions based on superficial data and looks for underlying mechanisms or confounding variables. * Asks clarifying questions: Instead of assuming the worst interpretation of a poorly phrased post, they ask for clarification ("Do you mean X, or are you referring to Y?"). 3. Constructive Communication & Engagement * Shows appreciation: Expresses gratitude for well-thought-out responses, even when they disagree ("Thanks for breaking that down, that gives me a different perspective"). * Focuses on substance over semantics: Avoids getting bogged down in minor typos, pedantic nitpicks, or irrelevant side-arguments, keeping the focus on the core topic. * Provides sources or reasoning: Backs up bold claims with logic, context, or references rather than relying purely on "Trust me, I know." 4. Emotional Regulation & Community Awareness * Resists the urge to have the "last word": Knows when a discussion has run its course or devolved into circular arguing, and gracefully steps away. * Maintains tone control: Keeps a calm, measured tone even when interacting with hostile, sarcastic, or bad-faith participants. * Acknowledges nuance: Avoids black-and-white or all-or-nothing thinking; recognizes that complex topics usually have trade-offs, gray areas, and multiple valid facets. Hope this helps.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Db8-UqEFMV1/ Forget the idea of approaching

great video on Mormons and why they are sadly on the rise. Also some benefits of the religion

@Olafgreat posts lately!

Exactly, it's all socially constructed. Even the language we use to express our "uniqueness" is a pattern that's been drilled into us by previous generations. Almost all of our choices and preferences, such as clothing, entertainment, music and food, were created by someone else. We choose from a set of available options that have been vetted by an authority.

AI iis not good at everything but it is very good at therapy.

Ya probably that makes more sense than the reason she gave of "we need less hate in the world" and "we need to choose country"

Vote

Maybe she identifies as a man?

Just because you wouldn't lie, doesn't mean another woman wouldn't. By that logic, I could argue that because I wouldn't rape someone, Russell Brand probably wouldn't either. Obviously, that tells us nothing about what he actually did. But yes, of course, it's hard to report rape for trauma and shame reasons and the victims have an especially difficult predicament to navigate.

Ya it's sick.

Despicable. All because she was uninvited to an event. What a selfish and short-sighted baby.

He's awesome. Vote blue no matter who this midterm — make Trump a lame duck president. Last chance to vote is today and tomorrow.

As a man I wouldn't want to risk raping someone. The guilt, and the risk of getting charged, would be terrible.

The Death Clock https://share.google/AOI8S3sREqvz3FJRO This is sobering to think about. The countdown is cool too

On one hand, your skin gives you feeling and appearance. On the other hand, your skeleton gives you structure and form. So if you had to choose one which would it be? Have you ever thought of these two things as different? Happy spooktober everyone

Right, but your bones give you structure to stand up and walk around; it's the scaffolding, and the skin is just the facade.

Bingo

@jacknine119 there have always been the 'haves' and the 'have-nots'. If hard work and a good mindset can't get you out of the rut you are in then you have to accept you are a 'have-not' —and try to be happy anyway.

Read whatever you like. There is no pattern for everyone to conform to. Perhaps the book teaches you something others already know, or aren't ready for yet.

@Leo Gurayou have the best deconstruction religion I've seen. It helps a lot of people feel empowered again, especially those who feel guilty for leaving their childhood religions.

Cool video