psychology
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An Entrenched Delusion
Our true selves could solve our problems much better than our fantasy selves. Apparently, I live in the state that is the basketball capital of the world. There is a sign on the highway, so it must be true. Nonetheless,… Continue reading
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A Starving Populace
A lesson from my first world curse. Not too long ago I was sitting in a pub, having a burger and beer, and trying to relax. No different than anyone else. I saw the way she was looking at me,… Continue reading
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Faith and Superstition
We all need good context. There are many people who say there is no value in faith and superstition. They demand to see proof in the real world. Well, it is a simple fact that when we are positive and… Continue reading
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The Reason for My Optimism
Imagine that the president is not a leader, but just an actor hired to play the role of leader. Imagine that it has been this way for decades. Since 1980, at least. It only stands to reason; a modern country… Continue reading
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Sibling Rivalry
People who have no experience caring for the elderly have no empathy for the people caring for them when they become elderly. The primary purpose of a government is to impose shared responsibility onto the public. Different forms of government… Continue reading
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Patience
I developed an idea over the past twenty five years, and this is at its core. “Evolution is best measured by the changes in the flows of energies through an ecosystem over time. Those energies include heat, calories, water, and… Continue reading