a city in nevada where you can ski and play golf on the same day.
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reno
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love
love is a choice. not a feeling.
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starlink
global satellite internet service in development by spacex. starlink aims to reach global service levels by 2021. the satellites used for this are compact and lightweight and are launched using the spacex falcon 9 rocket. spacex will utilize thousands of low-orbit satellites to provide starlink coverage, and is working to keep space debris at a minimum by ensuring the satellites will drop from orbit and burn up in earth’s atmosphere at the end of their life. the project is estimated to cost about $10billion usd.
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alcohol
etymologically, alcohol is derived from arabic => al-kuhl
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selfitis
defined (by american psychiatric association) as the obsessive compulsive desire to take photos of one's self and post them on social media as a way to make up for the lack of self-esteem and to fill a gap in intimacy.
classification:
(see: borderline selfitis)
(see: acute selfitis)
(see: chronic selfitis)
signs:
selfish – narcissists act selfishly and, even if being generous, are generally only responsive to their own concerns.
no rules – narcissists feel that they are above others and that the rules don't apply to them.
inability to take criticism - narcissists have an inflated idea of their own importance, they can be quickly deflated by negative criticism.
discomfort – it happens due to lot of addiction for selfie.
unilateral listening – instead of listening in order to respond, narcissists listen in order to dismiss, negate, ignore, minimize or otherwise make someone else's concerns irrelevant.
refusal to take responsibility – narcissists have a tendency to blame others for things that go wrong.
angriness – narcissists may become easily angered by critical comments or being ordered what to do.
consequences:
excessive use of social networking may be connected to psychiatric problems
like depression,
obsessive compulsive disorder,
addiction,
body dysmorphia,
narcissistic personality disorder,
schizoaffective and schizotypal disorders,
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder etc.
there is a human desire to be recognized and appreciated,
we shouldn't make those people closest to us ask for it.
prevention:
1- strict law required to prevent deaths related to selfie and law incudes strictly prohibit the selfie points/place.
2- parents also have to teach their children's not stick for selfies.
3- social medias must start campaign against excess selfie.
4- put the sign boards in certain place/areas that not to have selfie.
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acute selfitis
taking photos of one's self at least three times a day and posting each of the photos on social media.
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my lai massacre
late in 1969, americans learned that, a year earlier, an american lieutenant and his unit had opened fire on a vietnamese village they thought was held by communists. they killed an estimated 400 innocent villagers, mostly women and children. descriptions of the my lai massacre were so shocking that in a poll taken in one u.s. city, only 12 percent of the people believed it was true.
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justice
justice is like health, you think about it only when you don't have it.
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cubism
this art movement started with pablo picasso's les demoiselles d'avignon painting. saw it in the collection of the museum of modern art. image
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virtue signaling
virtue signaling is the act of expressing opinions or actions primarily to show others that you hold certain values, rather than for the purpose of acting on those values. the term often carries a negative connotation, implying that the person engaging in virtue signaling is doing so primarily to enhance their own reputation or social standing, rather than out of genuine conviction.
the concept of virtue signaling has been around for centuries. one of the earliest examples can be found in the works of the ancient greek philosopher aristotle, who wrote about the concept of "eudaimonia," or human flourishing. aristotle argued that true eudaimonia could only be achieved by living a virtuous life, and that virtue was a habit that could be cultivated through deliberate practice.
throughout history, people have engaged in various forms of virtue signaling to demonstrate their commitment to certain values or causes. for example, during the 18th century, wealthy europeans would often make donations to charitable causes as a way of signaling their wealth and status. in more recent times, people might use social media to share articles or memes related to a particular cause or issue, or wear clothing or accessories that display symbols or slogans associated with a particular group or movement.
however, the concept of virtue signaling has also been criticized for being insincere or superficial, with some people arguing that it is used more as a way to gain social approval or to make oneself feel good, rather than as a genuine expression of belief. -
revenge
ancient greek philosophers had a range of views on revenge. here are a few examples:
socrates: socrates believed that seeking revenge was a sign of weakness and immaturity, and that it was more important to focus on living a virtuous life and cultivating wisdom.
plato: plato argued that seeking revenge was not a legitimate way to address wrongs or injuries, and that true justice required a more rational and dispassionate approach.
aristotle: aristotle believed that seeking revenge could be justified in certain circumstances, but only as a way to restore balance and proportionality to a situation. he argued that the desire for revenge should be guided by reason, and not by emotion.
epicurus: epicurus argued that seeking revenge was not a productive or healthy way to deal with conflicts or wrongdoings, and that it was better to focus on cultivating inner peace and happiness.
zeno: zeno, the founder of stoicism, argued that it was important to control one's emotions and not let anger or resentment dictate one's actions. he believed that seeking revenge was a sign of weakness and that it was more important to focus on living a virtuous and fulfilling life. -
ochlocracy
ochlocracy, also known as mob rule, is a form of government in which control is exercised by an unruly mob or by a mass of people lacking the necessary skills and knowledge to govern effectively. this term is often used to describe a situation in which a government is controlled by people who are not elected to office, but instead are members of a mob who act impulsively and without regard for the laws and regulations of the state.
historically, ochlocracy has been associated with some of the earliest forms of democracy in ancient greece, particularly in athens, where the people had a direct say in the running of the city-state through the institution of the popular assembly. however, this system of government was also prone to mob rule and was often marked by outbreaks of violence and chaos. in these early democracies, there was no clear separation of powers or system of checks and balances to prevent the mob from exercising control over the government.
in modern times, the term ochlocracy is often used to describe situations in which the mob exercises control over the government through street demonstrations, riots, and other forms of public unrest. this can occur in both democratic and authoritarian regimes and is often a result of a failure of governance, widespread poverty and inequality, or widespread public discontent with the ruling authorities. in some cases, ochlocracy can also be a result of outside interference by other states or non-state actors who seek to destabilize a government and exert control over its population.
in conclusion, ochlocracy is a form of government that is marked by mob rule and the lack of effective governance. throughout history, it has often been associated with early forms of democracy and has been seen as a result of a failure of governance or widespread public discontent. -
haliey welch
everyone's all focused on the hawk tuah thing, but the real bomb she dropped was when she said, "the only way to get over one is to get under another."
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katie ledecky
an american competitive swimmer widely regarded as one of the greatest female swimmers of all time. known for her dominance in long-distance freestyle events, ledecky has broken multiple world records and won numerous olympic and world championship titles.
born: march 17, 1997, washington, d.c., usa
career highlights:
– 7 olympic gold medals and 19 world championship titles, making her one of the most decorated female swimmers in history.
– holds the world record in the 800m and 1500m freestyle, showcasing her unparalleled endurance and speed.
– first woman to win four consecutive world titles in the same event (800m freestyle).
– ledecky swam her first olympic race at the age of 15 in the 2012 london games and shocked the world by winning gold in the 800m freestyle. -
the punisher
(see: the punisher (tv series))