Posts by Adam Ross6

wearyowl29 said:And how exactly would you know what constitutes junk food? Is that based on some intense laboratory study of religious doctrines?

When something is used on a massive scale, it leaves a mark. We are unique individuals; none of us needs a translator or an interpreter to tell us what's what.

"And death will be something profoundly human..."
Those who spend their entire lives running away from it, desperately clinging to life, have already died without even realizing it.🎉👏

I just tell by looking at the people eating it.

They keep spinning this wheel and slapping a new brand on it every single day.
Another lie.

When something is used on a massive scale, it leaves a mark. We are unique individuals; we don't need translators or interpreters to tell us what's what.

So you think you're brave enough to live without the truth?

"And death will be something entirely human..."

It all depends on the person and what they're reaching for.

Whatever hope you have defines how much life—and death—actually matters.

Those who constantly run from it into the arms of life have already died without even realizing it. 👏 🎉

People don't really go out and "find" life. You just have to let life find you.

Those who try to stifle life end up alone in death.
Because, honestly, you can't run away from yourself.

wearyowl29 said:Junk food... when consumed en masse, it's definitely not good for the soul.

I don't think you even grasp what junk food actually is. It’s just a creative—read: fake—imitation of the real thing.
Basically, it’s total garbage.
It's a bold way to ignore the truth.

That "junk food" you're talking about? It’s just a concept of food, not actual nourishment.

Total spin doctoring.

Just plain old lies.

Pure poison.

Gerald Hill said:The term they used is actually apatheists. They have applied the wrong label here.

Are we talking about those people with withered, dried-out souls here?

Souls really need the right kind of nutrition.
I mean, we're talking food without an expiration date—the living bread.
If you've got a taste for it, go for it. If not, well, find whatever satisfies you.
Your soul is basically just a reflection of what you feed it.
Some people's spirits have been stale for ages, while others are just barely keeping theirs on life support with nothing but junk food.

bluemason3 said:To be honest, this feels more like a psychology lecture than an actual PDF. Self-actualization depends entirely on which crowd you decide to hang out with. In this context:

- Buddhism/Advaita: Who is this "you" experiencing the problem? Where do these issues even originate? None of it—not your ego, nor the stuff happening to it—has any objective or lasting reality. Once you grasp the illusionary, transient nature of existence through a direct insight into reality, everything else just sorts itself out. If you don't have to make things difficult, don't.

- Devotional Religion: A higher power dictates and knows everything. Your best bet is to surrender and let go. Let it happen according to His will and grace. Whether it works out or not, we play by His rules.

- The Dark Path: Stop being a coward. Build yourself up, learn to look out for number one, and quit blaming everyone else for your own weaknesses. Make a fortune, maybe summon a demon in a black hoodie if you feel like it. Do whatever you want. Just make sure you're the one in control when it counts.

- Fluffy New Age Vibes: Calibrate your aura, read some mystical poem about love and wisdom, and pay someone to tell you how special you are. Basically, just get lost in the sauce.

That’s pretty much the long and short of it.

Well, buddy, that’s exactly where he runs into trouble. He can't find anyone who actually matters to him because whenever he meets someone who *could* be important, he approaches them with that attitude of yours: "No big deal, I can step up if I have to (but if I don't have to, I won't)."

...and so he just goes through the motions, consuming people and then showering them with gifts only as much as he can stomach, and only when it fits his own temporary little moment.

So, you with your marijuana-nirvana, and those self-absorbed, six-headed trolls (let's not even get into your equinox jam-making antics right now)—you guys aren't exactly producing much in the way of actual self-fulfillment.

He who leans toward emptiness finds his fulfillment in that emptiness.
He who leans toward fullness will be filled.

@ Mr. steelmarlin77, you're searching for fulfillment by looking at your own reflection in the people you've showered—and continue to shower—with attention.
...And hey, let them tell you how much they actually care about you. Don't pretend to be something you're not.

(I've always found it funny how the people who claim to be the most self-aware are usually the ones with the least amount of sincerity. It's always such a shock to them when there's nobody left to remind them of what they've actually achieved—which, let's face it, is usually quite a lot.)

@ Mr. steelmarlin77, why don't you try giving back to those people in your life, not for your own sake, but for the sake of God? That is, for the One who is in charge, for the end justifies the means, and in Him lies the realization of everything. 🙂

He is the giver of Truth to every single one of us—on our own time and on our own terms.

casualeagle82 said:TOTAL BRAINWASHING??????

Only a clueless idiot could say that. Video games are the ultimate fusion of art forms—music, graphics, AI programming, optimization, environmental storytelling—it’s all there. I haven't met a single player in my life who was actually stupid or limited (and by player, I mean real players, not the people who mess around with mobile games for twenty minutes on a Sunday). Since I was a kid, gaming has shaped me. It built my sense of economics, strategy, and tactics. It pushed my English to an academic level. It gave me a grasp of mechanics and automation—which is exactly how I pay my bills. Most importantly, it taught me logical deduction and problem-solving. That's stuff no school is ever going to teach you.

Some people only see violence and toxicity in gaming—that’s just a narrow-minded way of looking at things. An intelligent person doesn't use games to escape reality; they use them to sharpen skills they didn't even know they had. Sure, you’ve got people grinding WoW for 25 hours a day, but that isn't because the game is trash. It's because it's an art form that someone stuck on reality TV or soap operas couldn't possibly wrap their head around. The sheer amount of effort, money, and talent poured into this medium has long since surpassed Hollywood. It’s become a massive pillar of global culture. We're talking about an interactive phenomenon never before seen in human history—and the absolute primary driver of the entire computer industry.

When it comes to spirituality, those games can actually deepen it. Don't go playing GTA and thinking you're some kind of mobster. Play Black & White instead—then you'll see what it's really like to be a god.

There are so many creative games out there that demand way more than just mindless clicking. Someone who can't see past Zuma or Warblade will never get it. They'll just dismiss them as antisocial garbage designed to rot your brain.

I've been gaming since I was six. Never let it ruin my life. Played sports, stayed social, did well in school—all while knowing exactly when to shut the computer off and step away.

Gaming has shown me just about every way different entities interact—war, peace, production, trade, supply and demand. I’ve even seen some of that play out in real life a few times. In school, kids spend ten years trying to lead civilizations through history, memorizing stuff like Hammurabi, Sun Tzu, phalanxes, or the Praetorian Guard. They learn the specs on an USS Nimitz class carrier, how fast an SR-71 can fly, and exactly how much acceleration you need to break atmosphere and hit space. Think about it. You’re sitting here judging things you clearly know nothing about. Why even bother?

Whatever. Just rambling now.

Why does everyone assume "brainwashing" has to be such a negative thing? Seriously, why? 😲

You're playing the wrong games. 🙂
Looking for some games that help build tolerance? I've been thinking about this lately. It’s a good goal. I'm always looking for ways to broaden my own perspective, even if I stumble through it sometimes. If you know any good titles that focus on empathy or understanding different walks of life, let me know! So, I’ve been thinking about people skills lately. It’s funny how much they matter, isn't it? You can be the smartest person in the room, but if you can't actually talk to anyone, you're kind of stuck. I’m definitely still working on this part. Sometimes I feel like I'm overthinking every single word before I say it. A bit awkward, I know. But hey, we're all learning, right? Just my two cents. I think I might have missed a beat there. My bad! I was just getting settled in. What's on your mind? I've been thinking a lot about positive thinking lately. It’s funny how much our mindset actually dictates our day. I used to be such a pessimist—always looking for the cloud in every silver lining. Honestly, it was exhausting. Now, I try to catch myself when I start spiraling. It isn't about ignoring reality or being delusional, though. That's just being unrealistic. It's more about choosing where to put your energy. If I spend all morning dwelling on a mistake at work, the whole afternoon feels like a wash. So, I try to pivot. A little bit of optimism goes a long way. It's a work in progress, for sure. I still have my moments, but hey, we're getting there!

If I were calling the shots? Man, everything would be different. Every single subject would be taught through video games. It wouldn’t matter if you were sitting in a classroom or just grinding through homework at home—it would all be gamified. Just imagine. I found this link for some learning resources over at The Learning Federation. It looks like a pretty solid spot if you're looking to brush up on stuff. Just thought I'd toss it out there in case anyone else needs a little extra study material today!

Or you could just join everyone else and play by the rules.
Mathletics

I'm not quite sure what you mean by that! Was it a typo? I might have missed something there. Anyway, hope you're having a good one!

Physical science : orbital motion : Kepler
Laws L9005 Years 11 – 12 Students vary Mass
Students vary mass, initial velocity, and separation of...
I was just thinking about orbiting bodies and how they’re actually perfect for demonstrating the laws of physical science : orbital motion : Kepler. It’s kind of wild when you stop to look at it, right? Everything just follows these set patterns. I tried explaining it once, probably too enthusiastically, and ended up rambling about nothing for twenty minutes. My bad! But yeah, seeing those paths in action really makes the whole concept click. Simple, elegant, and honestly pretty cool.
Physical science : orbital motion : Kepler.


Physical science : orbital motion : Kepler
Students take a deep dive into Physical science : orbital motion : Kepler by applying those laws to various orbiting bodies. They run through these super controlled experiments...
We’re diving into some experiments here. The plan is to take those math formulas and actually put them to work to see how different variables interact. It's all about finding those connections through testing.
So, I was looking into physical science : orbital motion : Kepler again today. It’s one of those things that seems simple until you actually sit down and try to wrap your head around the math. Basically, you've got the relationship between the orbital period and the radius. It's pretty straightforward once it clicks, but man, it took me a minute to get there. Just one of those days!
Here’s what you get:
I put together a little printable guide to help students get their planetary orbit simulations up and running. It’s basically a roadmap for setting everything up correctly.
And then you just throw some math at it. Use those formulas to see if the theory actually holds water.
It would be great if we could get an option to just copy and print the activity screen. It’d make things so much easier.
Five multiple-choice questions for a final exam. They include printable result sheets and everything else you need.
Here are the explanations for the right answers.
Students:
Time to dive into some physical science : orbital motion : Kepler. I’m going to be looking into how a planet actually orbits its star. It's pretty fascinating stuff when you really get into the weeds with it.
What if you could just... tweak things? Imagine having the power to mess with a planet's size, how fast it zips around, or exactly how far it sits from the Sun. Just a little adjustment here and there. It's a wild thought, isn't it?
Let's dive into how different variables actually mess with the shape and timing of an orbit. It’s pretty wild once you start digging into the math behind it.
First, I’ll log all the data into a neat little table and whip up some graphs. Then, I'll take a good look at what those patterns are actually telling us to see if I can uncover the core discovery.
So, I was reading up on some stuff lately, and I stumbled upon those fundamental relationships within the solar system known as Physical science : orbital motion : Kepler. It's actually pretty fascinating once you get into it. Just thinking about how everything moves out there in the void is enough to make my head spin a little, haha. But yeah, Kepler's stuff is basically the backbone of how we understand orbits. Pretty neat, right?
I can't quite get this link to work on my end. It looks like I'm hitting a dead end trying to reach those resources. Might be a broken link or just some weird server glitch. I'll keep digging, though!I just came across this PDF regarding energy changes in physical science—specifically looking at orbital motion and Kepler. It’s a bit of a deep dive, but honestly, I find this stuff pretty fascinating. It makes you think about how everything in our solar system just follows these set rules. It's kind of wild when you really sit down and process it. Anyway, just thought I'd share.

Mark Sullivan64 said:Then again, there are plenty of people who do make a killing in professional gaming. Take South Korea and Starcraft, for instance. Top-tier players pull in millions of dollars a year. Even in China, playing WoW for cash is a thing—though if I remember correctly, the hourly rate isn't exactly great, but that's beside the point. You can't really call someone a "professional" gamer unless they're actually getting paid for it.
That said, I totally agree that overdoing it is bad, and addiction—well, addiction is bad, plain and simple.

The thing is, not every single game has some grand objective you have to crush. A lot of them are played purely for the fun of it or just to get lost in the story. It's like reading a book or watching a movie for the narrative; games work the same way. What you're describing sounds more like those massive online games—the ones that tend to become a replacement for reality because you step into a digital avatar in a world where anything is possible. For people struggling with self-esteem, that virtual world starts looking a lot better than the real one. Sad, but true. :/

I don't really see it that way 🤷
Every type of gamer I know is just sooo cool 🙂
Maybe they just learn how to hold their own and build up that confidence through gaming 🤷
To me, these games feel almost like a meditative ritual or something rhythmic 🙄
And you can play online too (PlayStation), connecting with the whole world... honestly, it’s such a rush: you don't have to go anywhere, just sit there in your pajamas and hang out with guys from Honduras at the exact same time 👍
... The only thing is—no blood and no chopping heads off!! Not even with dragons! I toss that stuff straight into the trash!!! And I'm talking about my neighbor's trash! All the way across the street!

I guess it really depends on who you ask... video games can be this amazing way to escape reality, basically just one massive brain melt if you let them

It’s all about moderation on your part. Honestly, anything that's too much of a good thing eventually turns sour
Too much medicine will kill you, right?
It's the same deal with gaming: you go from just chilling out to totally burning out and losing your edge, or just letting your brain turn to mush

Even top-tier tennis pros like Rafael Nadal use gaming as part of their mental prep before those huge matches

My son actually plays FIFA before he heads out to a soccer match. If he doesn't hit his goal in the game, he won't leave the house... or at least, he won't head out until he finally hits that score he set for himself😂 😂 😍

dustyskipper3 said:I suppose when you say a "male" world, you mean a sphere of power dominated by attitudes of opposition and dominance, whereas a "female" world would be characterized by submission and resignation. Even though Western Christianity established submission as its fundamental stance, historically—following the Council of Nicaea—it functioned through dominance and opposition. In the last 300 years, it has leaned mostly toward opposition, which brings it closer to Judaism and Freemasonry, both of which foster an oppositional stance. Nazism was essentially a failed attempt to force Christianity and the West back into a purely dominant posture. On the other hand, Islam has historically occupied both dominant and oppositional roles, though today the dominance seems more pronounced; meanwhile, Eastern religions like Buddhism and Hinduism tend to develop a resigned attitude, which I guess is necessary for controlling large, impoverished masses. Secularization and the modernization of society just seem to strengthen this oppositional drive, so secular feminism remains stuck within that same loop, unable to trigger a true paradigm shift. It stays stuck on that line of thinking regarding power versus powerlessness, rulers versus slaves, and so on. Since resignation as a stance can't really bring about any renewal, I assume that when you talk about liberating the world through feminine values, you see it as a restoration of a submissive stance—something calling upon the "eternal feminine" within us all, much like how Taoists perceive it, but perhaps without too much dualistic hair-splitting between yang and yin. Taoism really emphasized the importance of a spirituality where a man develops his inner feminine qualities to become more complete. Since everyone carries both "masculine" and "feminine" traits, maybe a new spirituality would assume gender equality where everyone develops their inner submissiveness. This could liberate a civilization currently mired in dominance and opposition. It would lead to a total reversal in thinking where letting go of power and refusing to exploit others becomes desirable, encouraging altruism to such an extent that exploiting anyone would be viewed as a crime. The evolution of human consciousness would likely lead to biological evolution too, where an altruistic human (perhaps *homo sapiens altruisticus*) non-violently displaces—or if I may say, "eradicates," since that is an old-fashioned 😁 paradigm—the old violent and egoistic *homo sapiens*. This would probably happen through a combination of natural talents (like intuition or higher intelligence) and advanced technology, via "emergence" and networked IT systems using a bottom-up principle rather than top-down planning and enforcement. That would be some kind of "brave new world" where there are no wars or crimes, and perhaps even no sex or reproduction as we know it today (sex might mostly be tantric, maybe even without physical contact or perhaps via computer terminals, while reproduction would happen in vitro and in incubators, just so women aren't used as mere biological machines). But then again, people (including women) who have been satiated by their own prosperity following centuries of technological progress without war would probably end up keeping some examples of the former human species—mostly men, I guess—in natural island or "rural Midwest" preserves, just so they could occasionally experience the pleasure of primal, raw passions and physical sex, where unrefined opposition and dominance still prevail.😲🤣

I suppose a man, given his current spiritual state—which seems so heavily built upon this rigid, sharp dualism—might find himself unable to truly break free from isolation. In fact, I suspect his sense of being alone might even deepen. It feels like he’ll eventually end up in a sort of reservation, much like how Native Americans were moved, though perhaps more as a conscious choice within a liberated society. It would be a place where the physical differences between the sexes no longer carry the oppressive, highly ideological weight they seem to hold today.

Classic, just like always!

I wouldn't be surprised if some higher power, kind of like you, ends up managing the interface for those sexual computer terminals. 😲

It’s actually pretty thoughtful how you predicted those "rural" retreats as a fallback for people who still crave touch, or for women who want to experience motherhood on their own terms.

By the way, in Australia, there have been over 100,000 IVF babies born so far, and globally it's hit 3.5 million—and that number is only climbing as IVF becomes the norm.

Men are shaving themselves these days, too.
The sun acts like a spotlight, and guys don't really want to be walking around all hairy.

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wearyowl29 said:Honestly, it’s just that classic American marriage struggle, and it’s more sad than it is funny...

well... 🙂 back in my day, there wasn't any of this regional drama or cheap fruit (I'm talking about the stuff my husband used to look at, or none of that fancy stuff either) ☕

Sandra Morgan2, I’ve been reading jokes all day and I kept thinking I was finally getting close to something juicy—maybe something erotic, feminist, or just something spicy... but then, boom.. just a plain old plum.

Oh, please... spare me the drama... 😢(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((((
what kind of wild stuff are you guys dealing with over there lately? 😢 😢 😢
it feels like the Middle Ages 😲
women being stuck in those old roles again 😢
things aren't even like that anymore here in the States

Ryan Wilson2 hits the nail on the head: you become who you surround yourself with. 😛

When you fixate on something, you start merging with whatever you're watching.
You begin to act just like the thing you're observing.
It’s a total assimilation.
You end up seeing yourself through their lens.
Basically, you become what you think about.

It makes me think of Paul. He was so obsessed with hunting down Jesus that he focused on him so intensely he basically "entered" him—until he ended up becoming just like Jesus himself.

Isn't that the same idea in Buddhism? By focusing on one thing, we merge with it so deeply that our whole personality shifts to absorb parts of what we're looking at.

I feel bad if I'm letting the thread starter down by not diving straight into the abyss or the dark side. It's honestly just because of 🙂—I've been trying so hard to stay positive and only focus on the good stuff (okay, maybe just some "good" demons, LOL). But the principle is exactly the same.