These days, my curiosity often centers around whether Homo Sapiens can adapt to this social media era and evolve into something distinct from our current state. The present moment truly feels like a pivotal moment for humanity.
As someone who grew up during the TV era, I find it incredibly challenging to form an independent perspective as an individual thinker. Back then, it was incredibly easy to shape opinions on certain topics because famous people on TV dictated what we believed and thought. However, in todayās world, we must learn how to establish our own stance based on our own research. This process demands significant practice in critical thinking and information processing. While my parentsā generation was adept at this process, some of them were quick learners who could quickly grasp the use of smartphones, YouTube, and social media. Nevertheless, they still retain the habit of readily believing whatever is presented by media personalities, which is quite concerning.
A strong obsession with āpolitical correctnessā doesnāt prevent us from harboring prejudice and bias. Instead, it narrows our thinking and makes it less adaptable. Many people misunderstand the purpose of āpolitical correctnessā and assume itās solely about avoiding āhurt feelings.ā While our emotions can influence fairness and justice, these concepts are more about the principles we must uphold to maintain mutual respect and a diplomatic approach during conversations with diverse stakeholders.
It is now legal to marry a nine-year-old child in Iraq. Itās incomprehensible to me how enabling marriage at the age of nine is possible. Iām curious if there are any writers or researchers within the country who can discuss this issue in detail, providing historical context. https://www.hani.co.kr/arti/international/arabafrica/1179399.html
Iām certain thereās a lot of criticism from various countries, not just Iraq. Everyone has a unique perspective on controversial topics like this one. Our backgrounds and knowledge levels vary widely. Iāve noticed many people simply regurgitate specific viewpoints from the books they read and the lectures they attended. If we genuinely want to contribute to meaningful social discourse that can effect significant change, it would be more prudent to focus on our own original thoughts rather than merely repeating someone elseās popular opinion.
It is now legal to marry a nine-year-old child in Iraq. Itās incomprehensible to me how enabling marriage at the age of nine is possible. Iām curious if there are any writers or researchers within the country who can discuss this issue in detail, providing historical context. https://www.hani.co.kr/arti/international/arabafrica/1179399.html
People from individualistic cultures may believe that the best solution for her situation would be to free her from all her responsibilities. This is the common approach of American feminists when they address womenās rights issues in Islamic or traditional African cultures. They arrogantly assume that a strong sense of duty is a result of suppression on individualsā personal needs. I can speculate on the reason for this ignorance because many cultural studies are conducted by Japanese researchers or ardent supporters of Japanese collectivism, whose primary perspective is that powerless individuals are completely absorbed into the strong notion of the community as a single unity. They appear to lack a proper understanding of individuals who willingly take on their responsibilities and make sacrifices to serve the community. Is it because they have never participated in group projects? I jest with my cynical tone.
Moanaās core sentiment isnāt her yearning to explore the wider world. Instead, itās her internal conflict between her desire to be a perfect daughter to her parents and her personal longing to venture into the unknown. Sheās uncertain about her true desires, which is why she canāt abandon her duty as a daughter. Understanding her roles and responsibilities within her community brings clarity to her. Would you readily embrace uncertainty if you already had clearly defined roles and responsibilities? If you could, you would be a completely different person from her. Moanaās inner struggle canāt be fully comprehended without a strong sense of duty.
She's my favorite š https://youtu.be/cPAbx5kgCJo
As an idealist, how far are you willing to go to pursue your ideals? Will you resort to becoming a warmonger or dictator to safeguard them? Alternatively, you can opt for a more respectable path as a thought leader, sharing your vision with others and finding contentment in making small, positive contributions to improving the world each day.
We need peace of mind.
I find the situation quite amusing(?) because the author is demanding an official apology from the drama staff and the complete destruction of the videos filmed in that canola field. However, this person lacks any legitimate grounds to make such a demand. The level of confidence and entitlement displayed in this post is exceptionally high. Naturally, readers assume that there must have been something truly horrific because such confidence is rare for ordinary people (perhaps itās only the case for Koreans? Iām not sure). How much ego does one need to write such a post in a public forum? I have no idea.
This is intriguing. I recently read Jackās article on the principle of future social media, which states that no one should attempt to delete an individualās social media post unless the author explicitly wants it to be removed. Hereās an interesting example for additional thoughts: a post on social media claimed that staff members from a Netflix drama had done something terrible to a cherished canola field in Gochang. Initially, people assumed that the staff had damaged the environment while filming, but it turned out to be a misunderstanding. There was tension between the drama staff and tourists due to miscommunication regarding the filming schedule in the area and the author exaggerated the situation by using highly dramatized & misleading language to draw attention. As a result, the author is being criticized for spreading false information, which raises the possibility of reverse-viral marketing (intended to reduce the positive viral momentum for the show). If people continue to use social media as the primary platform for their sporadic media conflicts, the value of the freedom championed by believers of decentralized social media will eventually diminish. Just like what's happening to legacy media.
I sense that social media is contributing to the regression of diverse narratives from various parts of the world. Some individuals lack proficiency in expressing themselves effectively, while others may not possess a good sense of aesthetics when it comes to presenting themselves in photos or videos. Consequently, they begin imitating others who appear aesthetically pleasing to them. I believe this is the primary reason behind the strong inclination towards adopting limited expression styles. Creativity becomes scarce in this world dominated by the constant barrage of diverse opinions from individuals who claim to value freedom.
I often contemplate mental illness, particularly in light of my personal interest in Alzheimerās. In my generation, a prevalent sentiment among Korean people is the fear of living with elderly parents who have Alzheimerās. This disease is unforgiving, constantly challenging oneās unwavering commitment to their parents. As their memories fade and cognitive abilities decline, they may transform into individuals you despise, despite your love and gratitude for them. Itās mentally taxing to accept the reality that your parents may not be the same people they once were, and to face this truth daily. I believe this situation is one of the most cruel in life. Imagine the pain of losing the memory of the person you love and having them act like a stranger to you. Is that person still the same person you cherished? Or has they become an entirely different soul, sharing the same physical characteristics as your parents?
I know this may sound strange, but after watching the movie Beautiful Mind, I sometimes wonder if I also have delusions. Just like I meticulously observe my body for any new physical symptoms, I also carefully scrutinize my mind for any signs of mental illness. However, the challenge with mental illness is that my brain is the control center, and if I have a mental illness, that control center doesnāt function properly. Consequently, when I have delusions, itās highly likely that I wonāt be able to recognize them if Iām living alone. Imagine living in a single household and developing schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, or bipolar mood disorder. I enjoy writing on social media, so I make posts there. However, the content I share may not be normal. If I continue spreading these posts on the Internet, whatās the benefit? Iāll just become someone who posts trash online without professional intervention from mental health experts. This was my biggest fear when I lived alone. I hope I donāt have to worry about it when Iām older. Thatās why Iāve started considering getting married before itās too late, or just having a close friend as a companion. Living alone with a smartphone in my hand is simply the worst.
I read 20 pages of Sapiens today and am assuming that if I maintain the same pace, I can complete the book within three weeks. However, Iām questioning whether I should dedicate that much time to this book. Is it worth the investment? Iām still undecided. Iāll try to find a definitive answer tomorrow morning, or at the very least, in four hours.
But I don't think I can ditch Damus yet as I cannot see some reposts on Primal. This is a bit annoying.... I can live with it though
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As a long-time user, I love Twitter, and I don't love š so much. The name "Twitter" had very friendly images associated with it. On the other hand, š feels more like an experimental platform to me. It exudes a sense of volatility, chaos, instability, and intrigue.
While reading Jackās article, I couldnāt help but reflect on the pages Iāve read from Sapiens today. The world is home to a diverse range of people. Some individuals cherish the freedom to express their thoughts and opinions, while others seek the protection of their governments or authorities to shield them from their own flaws. I believe that those who value freedom often fail to comprehend the perspective of those who seek protection. I, too, have fought for freedom, but Iāve also come to realize that there are many people who would willingly relinquish their rights in fear of making foolish mistakes.
Whatever your conclusion is, I hope you can be inspired by this quote from Sapiens.
"It takes a tribe to raise a human. Evolution does favoured those capable of forming strong social ties. In addition, since humans are born underdeveloped, they can be educated and socialized to a far greater extent than any other animal. Most mammals emerge from the womb like glazed earthenware emerging from a kiln - any attempt at remoulding will only scratch or break them. Humans emerge from the womb like molten glass from a furnace. They can be spun, stretched and shaped with a surprising degree of freedom. This is why today we can educate our children to become Christian or Buddhist, capitalist or socialist, warlike or peace-loving."