tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.comments2023-09-17T08:05:50.948-07:00 venture philosophy .Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger169125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-58744599496671534282014-09-18T21:30:15.063-07:002014-09-18T21:30:15.063-07:00Davis Aurini is not that bad. I find some of his p...Davis Aurini is not that bad. I find some of his pro monarchy rants to be highly amusing. Although I have to say, he did lose me on the whole Jews brought the holocaust on themselves comment, because of their alleged undermining of Germany after World War one.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-1808389160079252282014-05-26T15:59:06.286-07:002014-05-26T15:59:06.286-07:00I'm not defending this jackass, but growing up...I'm not defending this jackass, but growing up I used to think I was entitled simply for being a 'nice guy' (that was painful to type by the way). The fact of the matter was that being 'nice' was the only way I could interact with the ladies. It was a behavior that I had no awareness of. I used to think only girls dated bad boys. As soon as I turned 19 (now 22 like that dumbass), I discovered how flawed I am and took two years to realise I was never this 'nice guy' I once thought I was.<br /><br />But this guy is like an extreme case of that coupled with serious mental issues. Oh, and his huge ego. I never thought I'd see it but I'm not surprised at all. There are far too many young men my age who still feel entitled to having a girl because they are nice to them. They end up very bitter towards women and think of themselves as victims. It makes me shudder to think I could have ended up as resentful as the man in that second video (I lasted 2 minutes on that). <br /><br />Did you happen to read his 140 page manifesto? I skipped to the last few pages and it was deeply disturbing. He wanted women be put in concentration camps. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-27812890295809477002014-05-10T17:14:31.716-07:002014-05-10T17:14:31.716-07:00Nice to read some of the journal of my ancestor Ap...Nice to read some of the journal of my ancestor Appleton Milo Harmon. He was a hard working and very faithful man and an inspiration to me. He tried hard to be a latter-day saint, and were still trying four generation later.Amphystechhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01167188847298803964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-90853151399498883422013-11-08T16:28:08.866-08:002013-11-08T16:28:08.866-08:00He is bringing back the language/norm back to wher...He is bringing back the language/norm back to where it should be.<br /><br />Look at the biases surrounding violence between the sexes. How people talk about it normally. Then compare facts and see what really goes on.<br />He is perhaps using extra "hard" (i.e. slightly off where the norm OUGHT to be) language and generalizations to get a hard-on or enjoy the shock effect. I haven't heard all of his statements, but probably more than anyone who uses feeling so much when not appropriate.<br /><br /><br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11457385651359153233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-65060817626219083392013-08-12T18:35:27.215-07:002013-08-12T18:35:27.215-07:00This comment has been hidden from the blog.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03130298649639084854noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-82298300965681380272013-08-12T16:13:42.266-07:002013-08-12T16:13:42.266-07:00This comment has been hidden from the blog.månesteinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14442277691860213285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-76027313726313198932013-07-19T01:09:31.214-07:002013-07-19T01:09:31.214-07:00Thank you
I appreciate comment such as yours. The...Thank you<br /><br />I appreciate comment such as yours. They make me smarter and better when it comes to understanding the world. <br /><br />These kinds of posts are very important and meaningful. Ruehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07513772575580226009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-64869398430383729742013-07-18T15:16:35.251-07:002013-07-18T15:16:35.251-07:00What you're talking about here, with major and...What you're talking about here, with major and minor premises, is not deductive reasoning itself, but only a particular form of deductive reasoning, the syllogism. <br /><br />The difference between the major and minor premise in a syllogism has nothing to do with "a more specific and narrowly applicable fact". What distinguishes the major premise from the minor premise is that the major premise contains the term which is the predicate of the conclusion. That's all. Look at the conclusion and then you've identified the major premise. It has nothing to do with the content of the premise, specific, narrow or otherwise.<br /><br />Also, deductive vs. inductive reasoning is not defined as general to specific or specific to general. Yes, most deductive arguments will proceed from general statements to particular statements and most inductive arguments go the other way. It's one of those incidental correlations, so it's a convenient way to think of it. But it's not the correct way to think of it. It's very easy to construct a deductive argument which goes from particular to general.<br /><br />The defining difference between a deductive argument and an inductive argument lies in what level of support the premises provide for the conclusion. A valid deductive argument, with true premises will guarantee the truth of the conclusion. The best inductive argument, with true premises, can only offer evidence for the truth of the conclusion. That's the difference.månesteinerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14442277691860213285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-70881063799980198572013-06-06T21:36:13.856-07:002013-06-06T21:36:13.856-07:00Interesting post, and I see that you don't hav...Interesting post, and I see that you don't have any comments for this one, so I'll post the first one. Something I'd like you to address: You state that 98% of rapists are men. It could be because 98% of rapists are actually men, or it could be because rape is defined in such a way that 98% of rapists turn out to be men. Going to the FBI link from that statistic, rape is defined by the old definition of "carnal knowledge of a female forcibly and against her will", meaning that only women can be victims, and since most people are heterosexual, most women are going to be raped by men by this definition. Even with the definition expanded recently to include all penetration without consent (you freely admit that the definition of rape is penetration-centric: "Rape happens when one person thinks they have the right to penetrate another person without their consent"), the nature of the definition still entails that most people who rape are going to be men, since men are typically the ones who penetrate during sexual intercourse, forced or not. While you may have a post elsewhere concerning this matter, you have no link to it here, so I have to ask: How do you account for the inherently biased definition of rape presented by the FBI? For example, by the new definition, a woman forcing a man into her for sex against his will would not count as rape, since the man is not technically being penetrated. This sort of finding would even out the percentage of rapes being committed by men and women a bit more than 98% men. Thanks for your time.jpm286https://www.blogger.com/profile/07555217935118504503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-29549094606807949382013-05-31T08:03:36.731-07:002013-05-31T08:03:36.731-07:00One thing that has been depressing me about the on...One thing that has been depressing me about the online atheist community for awhile now is this very input thing.<br /><br />I have seen countless times where "freethinkers" have demanded evidence from people, yet didn't demand evidence for stances that supported their own personal views. When presented with actual evidence that conflicted with their views, they resorted to the same tactics as the people they typically demonize (theists for example).<br /><br />On a totally separate note, I have also been thinking about how we are moving away from printed books and how easy it might be in the future for digital evidence to be altered. When evidence can be changed so easily from moment to moment, how do you determine what is true? I think our society is contracting a case of dementia.imrationalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12792571329071210810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-33830654637292290172013-05-31T07:39:33.394-07:002013-05-31T07:39:33.394-07:00Several years ago, I looked at my philosophies and...Several years ago, I looked at my philosophies and ended up becoming an atheist and tried a massive self-improvement program. It's one of the reasons I adopted the "imrational" persona on YouTube back then.<br /><br />I saw a lot of people die (working as an ER nurse) and realized that I wanted to be able to look back on my life and respect the person that I was. This led me to the question, "What kind of person would I respect and what qualities would they have?"<br /><br />I failed pretty miserably at it, but still look back fondly on the experiment. I wish you the best of luck with yours.<br /><br />As to the diary thing... yeah, people snoop. Even if they respect you while you live, you can be sure they'll crack open that book after you die. Still, reading past memoirs, diaries, and autobiographies is one of my favorite form of literature. I am fascinated by the how and why of people's choices and what exactly their patterns of thoughts were.imrationalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12792571329071210810noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-78103399318587945722013-05-30T21:21:50.568-07:002013-05-30T21:21:50.568-07:00Best Wishes for applying new philosophy
Surinder...Best Wishes for applying new philosophy <br /><br /><a title="Surinder Singh" href="http://www.singhstylestudio.com" rel="nofollow">Surinder Singh</a>Surinder Singhhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03432572838635783969noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-27678873775109997832013-05-28T10:18:25.575-07:002013-05-28T10:18:25.575-07:00So, let me get this straight.
First: your critic...So, let me get this straight. <br /><br />First: your criticism is that I stated clearly what was being discussed. Then, I explained that in writing, one does this to give the reader a clear sense about what is being discussed. <br /><br />You did not respond to that, but instead brought up a second criticism, which is my use of the pronoun I. <br /><br />If this were an essay submitted to one of my professors, I would use "one" instead of "I", which is something I do submitting an essay in both French and English. <br /><br />However, for the purpose of this blog, the pronoun does not weaken the writing because I am quite literally, discussing something from my perspective. I am not discussing anything from the perspective of "one". <br /><br />That being said, I am disinclined to believe you are an English teacher. I think your function here is to seek out, and actively find something to criticism. You think that it will bother me that you make criticisms of my writing. I think that it bothers you that I criticized someone you admire, and it bothers you that I did it in such a well thought manner. Hence, bringing down my writing is the only thing you have to attack because you cannot attack the arguments them self. <br /><br />With that, if you ever need writing help from me, feel free to let me know. I like helping people improve themselves. <br /><br />PS: I'm a writer - and a linguist :-)Ruehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07513772575580226009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-680348261852866552013-05-28T01:56:15.527-07:002013-05-28T01:56:15.527-07:00Hmmm. Apparently I wasn't clear enough. Allo...Hmmm. Apparently I wasn't clear enough. Allow me to clarify. <br /><br />When writing an expository essay, avoid using the first-person pronoun "I". In general, pronouns weaken an essay, and it is advisable not to use them.<br /><br />For example, <br /><br />"Boring and predictable may be the last words in the English language I would use to describe that conversation. I would call that conversation so moronic that it does not deserve to be dignified with a response."<br /><br />The above reads like a Louisa May Alcot novel, not an exposition. Keep in mind that expository essays, unlike narratives, are factual and written without emotion. <br /><br />If you wish to improve your writing style, there are many sources on the web. If you've any questions post them here and I will respond when time permits. I'm an English teacher. <br /><br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-46479131641298740642013-05-16T21:17:23.695-07:002013-05-16T21:17:23.695-07:00When writing an expository essay, one should alway...When writing an expository essay, one should always tell the reader what one is going to do. This gives the reader a sense of what is to come, and a sense of what to anticipate. <br /><br />You clearly do not understand how to write an essay.<br /><br />If you would like help - feel free to contact me in the future. It would be my pleasure to help you.<br /><br />NaomiRuehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07513772575580226009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-53070711231308568512013-05-16T00:46:28.378-07:002013-05-16T00:46:28.378-07:00When writing an expository essay, one should never...When writing an expository essay, one should never tell the reader what one is going to do, one just does it. For example, "I would like to focus on the ideas of John's blog,..." is not considered good writing. We, the reader, already know that you would like to focus on the ideas of John's blog. <br /><br />"The purpose of writing is not to obscure pure reasoning and inhibit clarity. Quite the contrary. The purpose of writing is to be understood"<br /><br />The above is not only unnecessary, but poorly written. A comma should follow 'clarity', not a period. You do yourself a great disservice with this excess. Your ideas are sound, but your grasp of the mechanics of language are not. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-33143065420704334832013-05-09T00:27:32.297-07:002013-05-09T00:27:32.297-07:00hahahahha snaughing at the Quasimodo tag kak ak ak...hahahahha snaughing at the Quasimodo tag kak ak ak ak snort snaughShazigirlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05523084229816155436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-60366315166843551442013-04-28T10:00:18.004-07:002013-04-28T10:00:18.004-07:00I'm not sure where you're getting your arg...I'm not sure where you're getting your arguments for the 2nd amendment, but of all the people I've seen arguing for it I've never seen anyone use either of the arguments you mentioned here.<br /><br />The arguments I see most often are:<br />1) Ability to defend oneself and others nearby.<br />2) Keeping the power of the citizens vs the power of the state balanced.<br />3) Prohibiting guns will not eliminate guns; criminals will happily break the law to acquire guns.<br /><br />I think the example you gave here is actually a good argument *against* prohibition of guns. The problems that arose were because the government prohibited something that people wanted (alcohol). That suddenly made an entire swathe of industry, trade, and human activity a criminal activity. This pushed that whole constellation of activity underground. It was no longer a legitimate activity, but now a criminal activity, and thus criminals took control of it. With criminals in control of that entire constellation of activity, the crime around it went up significantly. I contend the same thing would likely happen, for the same reasons, if the government prohibited guns.playswithlifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15288887885971138990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-76590656198082501432013-04-25T17:45:25.108-07:002013-04-25T17:45:25.108-07:00This guy isn't worth one moment of your time. ...This guy isn't worth one moment of your time. He's a rat on the street gnawing at your ankles for attention. If a rabid muskrat or a demented squirrel called me a mass murderer I'd just keep on walking. Why get involved with rodents unless you have to?<br /><br />"I learned long ago, never to wrestle with a pig. You get dirty, and besides, the pig likes it." -GBS<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-211746283100000862013-04-14T14:46:42.441-07:002013-04-14T14:46:42.441-07:00Nice post Naomi! For me seeking vengeance is a was...Nice post Naomi! For me seeking vengeance is a waste of time as it can become a sort of "feedback loop" of trying to feel better in a way that can make us feel worse--for the reasons you list above, among others. All sorts of shit can happen to us--much of it "random" - even when other people are involved. Taking things personally, making it all about us (instead of the fucked-up agendas of others, or the impersonal movements of "nature") is surrendering our own power, which can be best demonstrated in many "unjust circumstances" by simply getting the fuck on with our lives. Peace.Premhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07588809421604647658noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-62720235170971770442013-04-03T21:17:57.342-07:002013-04-03T21:17:57.342-07:00"Arguing intelligently and fairly is somethin..."Arguing intelligently and fairly is something adults are supposed to know how to do before they get into a relationship."<br /><br />Absolutely. As soon as you notice that someone does not argue with you fairly get out right away because, despite everything else, that will never change.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-53687823548749238812013-04-02T08:00:43.132-07:002013-04-02T08:00:43.132-07:00What pic is dated? If you are referring to the bla...What pic is dated? If you are referring to the black and white picture of me, it was taken six months ago. Is that the one you are referring to?Ruehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07513772575580226009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-61621140998421229462013-04-01T11:22:44.464-07:002013-04-01T11:22:44.464-07:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-57253893124585267432013-04-01T08:18:29.738-07:002013-04-01T08:18:29.738-07:00Wow okay, yeah I regret not reading your "aur...Wow okay, yeah I regret not reading your "aurini is a monster" blog point before, I made the mistake of taking you seriously. Anyone who insults and calls someone names and gives them a bad book review because they don't like their opinions and haven't even read their book shouldn't be taken seriously. Here is something you need to understand, smart people are seeking out level headed thinkers in this day and age of whiney name callers masquerading as intellectuals, who will call anyone the modern equivalent of a "pinko" (racist/sexist) if they say something that offends them (which isn't hard to do, people like you on your side of the table is why I started questioning these things in the first place). Just because the feminists are now the ones who have a red scare like list of people who they want to destroy who say anything that upsets them doesn't mean red scare like tactics are now okay. If you had any intellectual integrity you would be ashamed. If you want to to discredit someone's argument, act like a grown up, not a five year old- because now any valid points you could have said to back up your argument go out the window, smart people don't listen to people who act like they are on the jerry springer show. Good job. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2509917172803561453.post-36200530009643469762013-04-01T07:52:39.909-07:002013-04-01T07:52:39.909-07:00I just started following Aurini recently and wante...I just started following Aurini recently and wanted to do some background on him and found this article- to be honest I was expecting much worse. If women believe in equality can you please explain to me why it's wrong to hit a woman? I don't see many articles written about women who hit men being "monsters". Plenty of women regularly push or take swings at men who make them angry enough (It has happened to me and people I know), but since women can't do much damage since they are much weaker than men, no one minds.<br /><br /> If a girl socks a man in the face and gives him a shiner, heaven forbid he punches her back cause he might knock her out, double standards all around. I have never hit a woman, but trust me, if they did something that really deserved it, I might- men understand this basic concept because men are innately afraid of fighting other men so we understand if you go too far there might be a fight, women on the other hand think they are special and above this reality.<br /><br /> There is a line you don't cross when you interact with another man, because a fight could be around the corner- women who act like animals only due so because no one has ever hit them probably, it's pretty simple. There are countless videos on youtube of women doing insane things to men and getting away with it, spitting on bouncers at clubs, destroying their video games systems etc. If I spit on a bouncer at a club or took a hammer to my friends ps3 cause he was ignoring me, I would know a punch would be coming. It's common sense.<br /><br />Aurini's biggest mistake is that he let this piece of trash in his life and let her get to him so much that he started tweeting what he did. He likely was trying to find some type of release for all the anger he had towards this maniac women and tweeting about things that involved hitting women was a release. It's not different than when someone is mad at the rival baseball team and tweets videos about beating up fans from that team or players- they understand it's not acceptable to actually do it, so that's the next best thing. A man with no history of violence does not (usually) wake up one day and decide he's going to sock his girlfriend, it's usually been boiling up for a long time, you have no idea what she did to him or if she hit him in the past and he did nothing, most men don't even talk about these things because it's embarrassing. Keep that in mind next time you write something.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com