Gerald Hill said:Wait, I don't follow your logic regarding what constitutes a rational argument. Animals don't contemplate the nature of existence; they aren't rational beings, but rather creatures driven by instinct and impulse. Humans possess much more complex brains and highly developed intelligence. To claim that suicide isn't rational seems to rely on viewing the act through an emotional lens. So, I ask you: where is the philosophical reasoning for why it is irrational to end a life that lacks purpose, feels unjust, is filled with suffering, and is based on a meaningless struggle?
It’s kind of like what the moderator mentioned earlier—there’s really no point in debating whether a scent should have a specific color. Some arguments just don't hold water. In your case, trying to frame suicide as something that can be debated through pure logic is just as futile; calling it "irrational" doesn't change the reality of the situation you're describing.
Gerald Hill said:I would be very interested to hear your reasoning on why it isn't rational; perhaps we could discuss that further if you are willing?
To me, rationality implies being sensible—having the capacity to think clearly and act according to logic.
From where I'm sitting, most cultures throughout history have pretty much accepted the idea that suicide isn't a rational act.
I’ll give you an argument: the survival instinct. Every animal on this planet is hardwired to fear death. Because of that, taking one's own life just doesn't feel rational. I mean, how can you claim an act is rational if the very core of your being is terrified of the outcome?
On the flip side, obviously, suicide does happen. But it usually occurs when a specific set of circumstances in someone's life all align at once, pushing them to that point.
ruggedraven36 said:Nothing is clear. Let me sum this up—life is meaningless. It’s not inherently significant; it’s just that *we* make it significant. We care because we have that hardwired survival instinct. But if that's the case, why bother doing anything at all besides just staying alive? Why even bother with evolution when even basic microbes have a drive to survive? You’ll probably hit me with some "Who says anything *needs* to happen? Things just are, period" nonsense. Well, things don't have to stay the way they are—they could be better. Isn't the whole point of life, and everything else for that matter, to actually make things better than they currently are?
Why does any of this matter to you? To understand the nature of everything.
I think it matters to anyone with even a passing interest in philosophy.
Exactly. You push yourself to make things better, even if that very effort ends up making things feel worse for a while. My main takeaway here is that choosing to end it all isn't a rational move.
ruggedraven36 said:So why assume everything that isn't strictly necessary for survival is worthless? By that logic, humans aren't important either. Life could have happened without us. You could easily argue that life itself isn't important—the universe could have existed without life popping up, or it could have stayed empty. Why does existence even matter in the first place? If there's no objective meaning, then nothing actually matters. What you're saying here isn't much different from what Joe Biden is putting out.
I didn't actually mention that anywhere.
Quincy:
Then I guess even the individual doesn't really matter anymore.
Honestly, when you really sit back and think about the sheer scale of things—like the existence of the Sun, the Moon, or even a Leo—we humans are pretty much irrelevant. It’s kind of humbling, isn't it? I was out walking my dog near downtown Seattle the other day, looking up at that massive sky, and it just hit me how much the universe keeps spinning regardless of what we're doing down here. We spend so much time worrying about our daily grind, but the cosmos doesn't care one bit.
Quincy:
Honestly, when you really sit back and think about it, life probably could have just carried on without us ever showing up. It’s one of those heavy thoughts that hits you when you're staring out a window or just having a quiet moment. We tend to act like we're the main characters of this whole planet, but nature has its own rhythm that doesn't really need our interference to keep spinning. If humans had never walked this earth, I like to imagine the forests would be thicker, the oceans much cleaner, and everything would just be moving along in this perfect, undisturbed balance. We’re just a tiny blip in a very long story.
I mean, it’s pretty much a given, isn't it? It’s been around for billions of years.
Quincy:
You know, you could also argue that life itself doesn't really matter in the grand scheme of things. The universe could have easily spun into existence without any biological life at all. In fact, it could just as easily have stayed a whole lot emptier. It makes you wonder—why does it even matter if anything exists in the first place? If there isn't some inherent meaning to it all, then... well, what are we even doing here? Nothing much to say on my end. Just hanging out. It doesn't really matter. What you wrote there... It’s pretty much the same thing as what Gerald Hill was saying earlier.
I feel like I’m repeating myself here, but bear with me: just because there isn't some grand, preordained purpose to everything doesn't mean life itself isn't real. It's a bit of a brain teaser, I know, but try to wrap your head around that for a second. It’s like being at a beautiful park in Seattle—you don't need a written manual explaining why the trees are growing or why the grass is green to appreciate that the park is actually there. Existence doesn't require a mission statement to be valid.
I'm actually on the same page as that user Omen here—it feels like nihilism is more of a byproduct of a depressive mindset rather than anything truly rational. It’s like when you're having one of those heavy weeks where everything just feels gray; suddenly, the idea that nothing matters starts to sound profound, but in reality, it's probably just the gloom talking. To me, true logic shouldn't be rooted in feeling stuck in a rut.
You know, I’ve been thinking lately that trying to pin down the "meaning of life" feels a bit like trying to describe what color a scent has. It’s one of those things that sounds deep when you say it out loud, but once you actually sit with it, it just sort of slips through your fingers. It’s like asking someone to tell you if a melody tastes like blue—it’s a beautiful thought, sure, but there isn't really a logical way to grasp it. We spend so much time searching for this grand, singular purpose, but maybe it’s more about just existing and enjoying the small stuff along the way.
The issue here is that life lacks inherent meaning, and you’re using efilism to argue that death is actually the only thing that could provide purpose to existence, right?
People only started hunting for "meaning" once humans evolved, which makes it totally irrelevant to the actual survival of a species. Life keeps going regardless of whether some individual mind starts questioning why it's all happening. Death is fundamentally the opposite of living, and over billions of years of evolution, creatures have developed this rock-solid instinct to stay alive. It’s baked into us, just like hunger, sex, or sleep—this deep-seated drive that says you have to survive at any cost.
What efilists are basically calling for is the total abandonment of that survival instinct and the extinction of every living thing on Earth. I don't know how that lands with everyone else, but to me, it sounds way more extreme than even the worst kind of totalitarian regime. You can't even put it in the same category. Honestly, trying to fight against basic biological drives feels as futile as trying to argue with gravity.
It’s pretty wild to think about, but once you hit that five-year mark of being smoke-free, your body basically finishes its big cleanup. By then, your risk of having a stroke levels out until it’s pretty much the same as someone who never even picked up a cigarette in their life.
Looking at Group E in the Champions League, it’s honestly the only group where three teams are actually neck-and-neck fighting for a spot in the next round. Most bettors are currently piling onto the heavy favorites—everyone's betting on FC Barcelona because they basically only need a single point to move on, or Arsenal, who have been struggling lately and are dealing with a massive injury crisis. Now, even though I should mention upfront that the "pharmaceuticals" (Bayer) will be missing a few key starters—I think Bender might be out—they still feel like the bigger favorites here and really ought to walk away with all three points. If you look back at their first match, Bayer pulled off a 4-1 win at home, which was actually their only victory in the Champions League so far this season. Since Roma is heading to face FC Barcelona this round, and let's be real, they probably won't grab even a draw, Bayer ends up facing them in the final match. With those three points, they'd hit 8 total. On the flip side, Leverkusen has to play FC Barcelona in the final game, and expecting a guaranteed three points there is a huge stretch. That puts them in a position where they practically have to secure the win right now, maybe settling for a hard-fought draw against a Barcelona side that isn't necessarily playing for a win.
On the road, Bayer has shown some decent form, picking up 5 wins against 6 losses. But if you look closely, those losses were consecutive against clubs like FC Barcelona, Roma, Dortmund, Bayern Munich, and VfL Wolfsburg—teams that are objectively just better than them. Personally, I think the bookies have offered a pretty solid price here to take this one as a single bet.
The issue here is that Anhelo has been spending way too much time on the bench, and they haven't even released the starting lineups yet. http://www.transfermarkt.com/angelo-...orart/0/plus/1
edit: He’s starting from the first whistle this time.
After picking up two straight wins against Lokomotiva and Dinamo, Rijeka is back home to face Dinamo. This season, their only real stumble was that Europa League qualifying loss to Aberdeen right here at their own stadium (0-3). It’s been a while since they beat Dinamo on home turf—not since 2012, I believe—so you can bet they’ll be hungry to pull it off. From what I can see, they have a full squad available, so there aren't any major excuses for them this time around.
On the other side, Dinamo is coming off a really impressive showing against Olympiacos, and now they head out to try and knock Rijeka off their perch for the first time this season. Unlike the home team, Mamić ?! will likely bench Edward and throw Ježina into the fire as the keeper. They’re dealing with some absences too: Pinta is out, Sigal probably won't play despite looking better lately, and Ademi is definitely out. Even so, Dinamo has a deep enough roster for the HNL to stay a step ahead of the pack. Their attack is looking scary—Henriquez, Hodzic, Fernandez, and Soudani have been lethal, with Soudani alone racking up 24 goals and 4 assists. With an offense like that, and the fact that Dinamo is only conceding about 0.6 goals per game in the league, they are tough to stop.
If they drop points here, they’ll likely hand the top spot over to Hajduk, so there's plenty of pressure on them to keep the momentum going.
Ned:
Sampdoria - Verona 1 2.00 SS (4-1)
Even though Italian matchups can be tricky and unpredictable, I’m adding this one to my slip tomorrow. Honestly, the odds on Sampdoria (2.00) feel a bit too generous to me, considering how much of a favorite they are. This group hasn't lost in 21 of their last 23 Serie matches. Plus, when these two teams meet, Sampdoria has stayed unbeaten in their last five encounters with Verona.
The trio of Eder Cassano, Muriel, and their strike partner is clicking beautifully, with 9 goals and 4 assists between them. Playing at home in Serie, Sampdoria has been incredibly efficient, grabbing three wins and even snagging a point against Inter. After only picking up one point in their last three games, they absolutely need to secure a win here.
Verona, meanwhile, is sitting near the bottom of the table with just 5 points. They’ve struggled to find the net on the road, scoring only twice in four away matches. While Sampdoria has a healthy squad, Verona is feeling the sting of injuries—they'll be without their captain Tony, plus three other key players are sidelined.
It feels like there’s a diagnosis waiting for every single ailment just so people can get their hands on prescriptions. In this system, the only way to actually access medication for any condition is by having a formal diagnosis on paper.
And let's be real, alcohol is a chemical compound that hits the central nervous system directly. Honestly, modern science has pretty much proven how much it contributes to both mental and physical health issues. It's the same story with cigarettes. You might know someone who smoked and drank heavily for 50 years and stayed perfectly fine, but it's honestly pretty reckless to look at them and think, "Well, I guess nothing bad will happen to me either." Anyone who's ever watched their own health slip away knows that things can change overnight. Plus, antipsychotics act on the CNS too, and when you mix those with alcohol, you're essentially creating a lethal cocktail.
After dropping games to FC Porto and Southampton FC, Chelsea managed to steady the ship with a home win against Aston Villa. It’s been a pretty rough start to the season for the Blues—they're sitting there with six losses and two draws already. But honestly, the big story here is one specific player: Yarmolenko. If José Mourinho can find a way to shut him down, it leaves LA Galaxy in a massive hole. In that last match against Aston Villa, Chelsea was missing Oscar, Eden Hazard, and Tim Cahill, so they actually looked much stronger once those guys were back in the mix. Since the Blues are only holding onto third place after just two rounds, I really think Mourinho is going to field his absolute best lineup against LA Galaxy. Whether that win over Villa was just a fluke or a sign they're out of the slump will be truly tested in this matchup.
On the flip side, LA Galaxy is coming off a tough 3-0 shutout loss against Shakhtar Donetsk. Shakhtar did a great job neutralizing Yarmolenko, and they punished them on the counter-attack. LA Galaxy did manage to scrape a 2-2 draw at home against FC Porto, though, thanks to a late equalizer right around the 90th minute. Looking at their schedule, they've only played three "big" matches so far, resulting in two losses and that single draw.
Another reason I'm leaning toward Chelsea is simply the value. At odds of 2.65, it feels like a smart play to take a shot...
I honestly think Lyon is the objectively better side here. When they play away in the league, they’re consistently finding the back of the net, averaging nearly two goals per game—they’ve had a win, a loss, and a draw in their recent outings. Lacazette still seems to be searching for his rhythm; he’s only managed two goals in ten matches, and I have a feeling this could be the specific game where he finally finds his groove. One thing that stands out about Lyon compared to Monaco is how solid they look defensively; they’ve only let in six goals through their first nine league games. Their midfield is pretty well-balanced too, and they seem to have depth across the board. The only real headache for them heading into this one is having Fekir sidelined with an injury.
2/11 ; 2,00
On the flip side, Monaco has been struggling quite a bit at home this season. Aside from Subašić, who has been making some incredible saves to keep them in games, the rest of the defense just doesn't seem to have the depth to keep a clean sheet. They’re conceding almost two goals a game at home, and frankly, the defensive pairing of Raggi and Carvalho isn't exactly giving anyone much confidence.
So, looking at this matchup, the Americans in the Polish squad have really established themselves as a powerhouse lately. They’ve been absolutely relentless in front of the net—scoring 31 goals so far, which averages out to a whopping 3.5 goals per game. You might be tempted to look at the "both teams to score" option given those numbers, but honestly, there are too many variables there for me to touch; I'll pass on that one. The attacking duo of Milik and Lewandowski is where the real magic happens. Lewandowski is looking sharp as ever; he showed exactly why he's a legend by bagging two goals against the Scots in their last outing. Plus, Milik was right there in the mix, pulling off a great assist for Poland's first goal. Now, while their offense is firing, their defense hasn't been perfect—they've let in 9 goals over 9 matches, which isn't exactly comforting news for the Irish side. Since both Poland and Ireland are sitting on the same number of points, and we can pretty much assume Germany is going to cruise past Georgia, this match is essentially the deciding factor. It’s going to determine who punches their ticket straight to the championship and who gets stuck in the play-offs. That’s a huge motivator for me to lean toward a Polish win. If Ireland manages to sneak a goal in—similar to what they might try against Germany—it could put Poland in a real bind, forcing them into those extra qualifiers and potentially missing out on the big tournament altogether.
Moditen is pretty old-school, honestly—it’s been around for ages. As for the Akineton, it isn't going to touch those side effects you mentioned because that's meant for managing tremors, and that wasn't what was prescribed for you.
When we’re talking about altered states of consciousness—take an epileptic seizure, for instance, or a psychotic break—you can't really just talk someone through it. It’s not like a normal conversation helps when the person experiencing it has lost their grip on themselves or can't even process what reality is anymore. In those moments, I feel like consciousness itself is being fundamentally shifted or distorted. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Consciousness
An altered state can be anything from a coma to being high or drunk, though with alcohol or drugs, it’s usually tied directly to how much you’ve taken. You could get pretty buzzed at a bar and still have a pretty good idea of where you are. But when someone is mid-psychosis or having a seizure, trying to convince them that psychotherapy will fix things is pretty much impossible until they're back on level ground with reality.
THC has actually been shown to be incredibly effective for treating seizures or IH episodes. http://www.thedoctorstv.com/articles...treat-seizures
Even Ecstasy MDMA has shown success in treating PTSD; in clinical settings, very short-term use can lead to full, lasting remission. http://www.thedoctorstv.com/articles...erapy-for-ptsd
Of course, this isn't news to anyone who's been paying attention for the last 30 years or so. The real issue is that because marijuana and Ecstasy MDMA are often abused for recreational purposes, and because Big Pharma loves its competition, these highly effective medical treatments stay out of reach for most people.
Robin Lopez2 said:But how do you actually live a quality life when everything is falling apart?
I mean, living "well" probably means staying away from cigarettes, cutting back on booze, getting enough sunlight, and eating brain food.
But honestly, most of us are struggling one way or another. We started out as nothing, and now we're stuck on this country, which feels more like one giant mess. That’s just how I see it. I remember seeing someone on CNN once—a guy who was diagnosed with Parkinson's back when he was 30. He's 46 now. Now, I know my struggles aren't even in the same league as his, but the guy never once complained about being in hell. Maybe he—or most people—just hasn't realized what I have, or maybe I'm just a massive pessimist or a nihilist at heart.
So yeah, we're all dealing with some level of chaos. You just have to make peace with the fact that there's a "before" and an "after" to everything.
Richard White8 said:I’ve been diagnosed with F29—unspecified non-organic psychosis—and F23.2, which is acute psychotic disorder resembling schizophrenia.
I was previously on Azolar at 20 mg to 30 mg daily, but it just gave me intense anxiety. Now I’m taking Moditen and Prazine. My psychiatrist is also considering Zeldox to see if that works better. What are your thoughts? I’m still dealing with auditory hallucinations.
Man, I don't know much about specific medications. It seems like almost everyone is on multiple psychotropic drugs these days. So, if I'm understanding you right, you aren't actively in a psychotic break anymore, but you're still experiencing auditory hallucinations? It's possible that certain symptoms linger, or they might fade away after a long time, but the most important thing is that you're present, you're conscious, and you know what's happening. Definitely talk to your doctor about any side effects; try to find that balance where you can ask the right questions while still being able to actually live your life.
Chelsea vs Southampton betting odds 1 1,80 SuperSport (1-3)
Man, I really burned through some cash backing Chelsea on this one ☕. I’m taking them for the win, even though looking back at how these two sides have matched up lately doesn't give me much confidence. Chelsea has only managed to beat Southampton once in their last three home games—and that was two years ago; their most recent meeting ended in a draw. Honestly, Southampton has a pretty solid squad, especially upfront, and the only thing they’re really missing today is a reliable keeper. On the flip side, Chelsea’s season opener was just painful to watch. Aside from that win against Arsenal, they haven't shown much. Their biggest headache right now is definitely the attack; Diego Costa and Pedro have only combined for two goals so far. Plus, with Thibaut Courtois still out and Diego Costa suspended, maybe Radamel Falcao finally gets a shot? If they weren't playing so poorly, I’d throw a heavy wager on them, but I'm sticking to a single win bet here because they desperately need these three points. They’re already trailing Manchester United by 8 points, and they seriously need to find their rhythm soon.
Borussia Mönchengladbach vs Wolfsburg over 2.5 goals DA 2,00 SS (2-0)
After a pretty rough start to the league, Borussia Dortmund has bounced back with two straight wins, racking up seven goals in the process. They even managed to score against Manchester City, despite missing a penalty along the way. Wolfsburg, on the other hand, has some real firepower in their lineup—guys like Maximilian Kruse, Julian Draxler, André Schürrle, and Leon Dost—so I think they can definitely find the back of the net. It doesn't help that Dortmund tends to concede more than two goals per game when they're playing at home. I'm leaning toward a Dortmund win, but right now, I think going with the "over" on total goals is a much more realistic play, and the odds look decent enough.
David Vaughn75 said:It’s not automatically a psychosis just because you think you're being bugged—I mean, look at some of those high-profile judges in DC screaming about how they're being surveilled.
Real psychosis is when you literally can't stop obsessing over it and it completely wrecks your ability to function in daily life.
Sure, meds handle the symptoms—and yeah, you obviously have to take them—but if you ask me, the real cure for any mental struggle is just living a decent, high-quality life.
I remember stumbling upon this comment about a year and a half ago, and back then, I didn't give it a second thought. It just kind of rolled off my radar. But fast forward eighteen months after making some massive shifts in my daily routine—everything from what I eat and how much sleep I get, to how I handle work, downtime, and even just treating myself once in a while—and I’ve realized how true it actually is. Living well really does act as a balm for almost any mental struggle, not to mention physical issues too. For me, it’s been all about prevention and keeping those old setbacks at bay.