Is nobody actually going to mention James Cameron?!?! I mean, seriously. After delivering hits like Alien, Terminator, and Abyss, how do you just pivot straight down to Titanic and some random TV series?!?!? In my humble opinion, he’s the biggest letdown out there.
kentaur said:It’s because they blast it so loud it pierces right through your headphones. So when you’re commuting to work, you’re stuck listening to that absolute train wreck for at least half an hour, and there’s no escaping it because the bus is packed. That’s why.
Even back home or over in Istanbul, people just do whatever they want. They’ll be jumping all over some poor guy like he's a jungle gym while blasting accordion music if that's what keeps them entertained.
But seriously, is it really such a huge deal to just ask someone to turn it down a notch? And hey, if they won't listen... well, I guess there are always those "tough love" types out there to handle it. 🙂
I honestly feel like peace seeking is absolutely vital right now because, man, there is just way too much noise in the world. And I don't mean the usual city chaos or traffic, but the noise people generate themselves—through their own minds and their own mouths. In my humble opinion, people just talk way more than they ever should. Everyone seems so jittery and on edge, talking endlessly because they’re convinced they have something profound to say, or like everyone else is just dying to hear about their specific problems and thoughts. On top of that, besides all this external noise we deal with from others, there's that constant internal racket going on inside our own heads. The brain just won't shut up. It’s constantly churning, asking questions, making comparisons, judging everything, running through endless "what if" scenarios... it's basically just torturing its owner. The way I see it, that's why people go looking for peace—to finally quiet down their own brains and hopefully build up some kind of armor against all that outside noise...
Jack Harris3 said:They just take him exactly as he is. 😁 But look, if you're just being honest about what you think, you're basically saying "this is the right way," right? And by extension, that means anything else... well, it's *not* right. So, naturally, everyone else must be wrong. 😁 Then, if you throw in a bunch of arguments to prove your point, you're essentially using those same points to try and prove everyone else is tripping. Kind of like how I'm talking to you right now. 🤣
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Alright, let's keep this energy going then. Since we're at it, I'll give you a little 😁 Seriously though, tell me—can't there be more than one "right" opinion? And honestly, who even defines what's right or wrong anyway? It feels a little too easy to just paint everything in black and white like that. For me, I mostly use arguments to explain the *why* behind my thoughts, not just to slam my foot down and insist I'm 100% correct.
Jonathan Brooks8 said:Look, just the word "masses" carries this negative vibe, right? So it’s pretty unlikely anyone is going to sit there and rationally decide to identify themselves as part of a mindless mob. But man, being caught up in the crowd and actually feeling that group psychology kick in on you? That's a whole different story. You really only have two choices then—either you just ride the wave and let the crowd carry you along, or you ignore that pull entirely. And honestly, standing your ground against the crowd like that... you need some serious backbone to pull it off.
Wait, why on earth would the term "the masses" have a negative connotation?!?!? In this context, it’s just a way to describe the majority of people who think similarly or just follow the most common social norms. Nobody here is trying to label things as "good" or "bad"—because let's be real, those labels only exist from our own personal perspectives anyway—we're just talking about what's mainstream versus what's different.
As for that second part, I actually find it much harder to just ride the wave. For me, it's way easier to just live by my own convictions. When it comes to the crowd, I always end up finding some kind of compromise. 😁
Otherwise, I’d just be thinking and acting exactly like them, don't you think? 😉
I really don't see it that way. For instance, when I post my own take on things here on this forum, my goal is just to share what I think—not to go on some crusade to prove everyone else is wrong. That's a whole different thing, how people actually perceive what I say. So, honestly, that word "talk" I used in my last post... I should probably have used "persuades" or "proves" instead. 😉
And look, it's not like I'm trying to force my mindset or behavior on anyone as some kind of "role model." To be honest, even if I wanted to, I couldn't—I feel like I'm redefining myself every single second. 😁
Jack Harris3 said:They’re just a bunch of cookie-cutter minds, honestly. 😁 Basically, anything that doesn't fit their little mold is considered "unknown," which immediately triggers all that suspicion. But instead of actually doing the work to understand the unknown, they just slap a label on it—boom—now they think they've got it figured out so they don't have to bother actually thinking about it. 😁
And honestly? You just get used to it. In my humble opinion, people see someone being "different" as a direct hit to their own ego. It's like... if you think differently or act differently, they take it personally, as if you're indirectly telling them that their whole way of life is wrong. 🙂
Jack Harris3 said:It feels like you’re missing the point here... When you’re hanging out with people who just love to chat, they expect YOU to jump in too. It's trivial stuff, everyday small talk, not some deep philosophical debate about the meaning of existence. You're expected to contribute. 😉 Of course, nobody is forcing your hand, but you can't really claim you've "adapted" if you end up looking like a condescending snob who thinks they're somehow above everyone else. 😁
Don't worry, I'm speaking from experience—having dealt with that constant "oh, you think you're so much smarter than us" attitude thrown right in my face. So, believe me, I totally get where you're coming from... 🤣 I've learned how to play along and engage in that mindless chatter too, and honestly? It isn't always that bad. It actually teaches you a lesson: you aren't actually any better than anyone else. 😁 And when it gets too annoying? I just stay home.
I feel like we're on the exact same page, we're just getting tangled up in our own words. Believe me, I know how to babble about nothing, and it doesn't bother me that much. It's just that I often find myself stepping back, watching what we're talking about, and laughing to myself when I realize how ridiculous the topic is. 😁 So, it's not that I'm embarrassed or feeling drained by it; I used to get really frustrated by it, but now it just makes me smirk a little. 🙂 And as for the whole thing about not being better than anyone else—I think I already mentioned that in one of my older posts.
And generally speaking, I find this phenomenon fascinating: when you say you feel different from others in some way, people almost always interpret that as you thinking you're superior to them. 😕
copperowl2 said:Look, I totally get that those aren't actually your own words—it's clearly a quote. I just realized your name was right there in the quote block above. My bad!
Anyway, honestly? I don't see why you're getting so defensive over someone else's words. But hey, if you felt personally attacked and felt the need to defend yourself, then all this explaining is kind of pointless... it actually proves the exact opposite of what you're trying to say... 😁
It’s not defending, really, just clarifying. I just wanted to make it clear that while his words gave me the idea, I don't actually feel the same way he does. In the past, my go-to moves were usually just being dismissive, acting disgusted, or just straight-up criticizing everything. But that ended up bothering people, and honestly, it was exhausting for me too. When things get like that, you realize you have to change something up, and the easiest thing to do is just take a step back. 😁 So, I've mostly swapped out those old reactions for just... accepting things and trying to analyze them instead.
Jack Harris3 said:Well, if that's how you feel, why don't you just stick to your own ways? I highly doubt people are knocking on your door just to gossip with you, so... let's be real, you're running into the "crowd" out there somewhere else. You go to them; they aren't coming to you. It’s like that old saying, "When in Rome, do as the Romans do."😁
You're the one who needs to adapt, not them. 😉
Either head out into the wilderness. 😉
Or, you know, just find a group of people who actually care about the same stuff you do. 😁
But I *am* sticking to my way! I think you kind of missed my point. It’s not about me failing to adjust—I’ve already done that. The issue is more that I get this weird, nagging feeling that the crowd finds my specific way of doing things annoying.
And as for finding people with the same interests? I’ve already got that covered. I mean, my core circle, my closest friends... 😉 So, the whole "wilderness" thing can wait a little while, at least until I'm much older. I mean, come on, humans are social creatures by nature. 😛
First off, you totally misquoted me there. If you’d just taken a second look, you’d see those were actually Druid’s words from that "Literature" thread on the subforum. And honestly? I’m right there with you—there’s definitely a hint of arrogance and pure snobbery in what he said. I’ll be the first to admit I used to feel that same way toward others, but that all changed once I realized how pointless it was to carry that kind of attitude around.
Anyway, I never actually said I felt like I was in hell, or anything like that. Nor did I say I thought I’d somehow surpassed everyone else. I was just trying to point out how much of an outlier I am... how I don't really fit in. I wasn't claiming superiority by any means. I don't consider myself better than anyone else on this entire planet, seriously.
I actually got the spark for this topic from a thread over on a literature forum started by druid. Here’s what he was asking: "How much do you value routine, and how does that mesh with being someone who loves literature, reads constantly, and considers themselves an intellectual (unlike the mindless masses)? Maybe you're even a bit eccentric. How does it feel to exist in a society where the conversation revolves solely around football, mindless nonsense, and the monotony of daily life? A world where people just whine and roll their eyes, where every single complex sentence is hailed as profound 'philosophy,' and where people barely bother using that incredible, fantastic organ they happen to have inside their skulls. If hell is a place for an artist, then an environment filled with such people is exactly that..."
To be honest, though, this feels like it was framed through the lens of an artist. I don't really consider myself an artist, but man, I definitely feel a lot of what he’s describing. I just... I can't seem to get into those everyday small-talk vibes. Most of the time, I catch myself just rambling aimlessly just to have something to say. What bugs me the most is that constant circling. It’s always the same stories, the same problems, the same events—maybe just different faces involved. But maybe that’s just how life works? Circular, day-to-night, life-to-death... maybe everything has to be that way. I haven't quite figured out if it's the "circling" itself that bothers me or just the act of talking about it. Honestly, I find it kind of funny how much people feel the need to talk, especially when they're trying to vent about their own issues or just trying to sound smart. Is there really a need for as much talking as there is today? From what I can tell, a huge chunk of all that chatter is just total garbage. There’s another thing that strikes me as really weird. I know for a fact I don't fit in with the crowd, mostly because I'm not one for constant talking. And while some people struggle with not fitting in, I don't mind it at all. But then something else happens—the crowd gets bothered by my refusal to blend in. It’s almost like my being different offends them. Not to mention how most people assume I think I’m special or smarter just because I stand apart. I just... I've always preferred doing things "My Way" over just "going with the flow."
Anyway, those are just some random thoughts of mine. Please write back if you feel the same way or if you think along these lines—how you experience the crowd and how the crowd treats you...
It’s just... honestly, incredible. Yeah, it’s slow. It’s heavy. Definitely. But it’s done in the best way possible because it just completely pulls you under...
Uhh, totally wild and just plain crazy. Such a blast to watch. Some people claim it feels a bit unfinished, you know? Like maybe it just scratched the surface of certain themes instead of really diving deep into them. But honestly, I don't think that was even the point—it felt more like they were intentionally playing around with the script just to keep things fun and fast-paced.
Anyway, man, I haven't laughed that hard since I saw Sideways. And oh man, that one scene is just legendary—you know the one, where Malkovich basically loses it and retreats into his own head 😂
Man, this was just perfect. It’s that rare, flawless mix of laugh-out-loud comedy and heavy, serious moments. The script is tight, the acting is spot on, and the whole vibe of the movie is just phenomenal. Plus, we got a few absolute legendary outbursts from Thomas Haden Church 😉
northernfalcon30 said:It’s honestly hard to wrap my head around the fact that one of those last "cleansing" institutions in Ireland didn't even shut down until 1966...
Exactly. And honestly, the absolute worst part about this whole story—the thing that just guts me—is that it’s all true. Like, actually happened. It’s infuriating thinking about how some parents were such total lowlifes, turning their backs while these decent girls were treated so incredibly poorly...
I agree that the movie doesn't overdo the exploitation. The director didn't feel the need to go overboard with it; he stuck to the raw essentials—just strict discipline, endless labor, a little bit of physical abuse, and maybe a few cigarettes here and there. 😉
I was just sitting there watching this on DVD last night. And man, what can I even say? The movie really says it all, but it’s those girls' lives—those stories and the trauma they were left with—that just hits you the hardest.