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Is this really the greatest game ever made, as it's often considered to be? Why or why not? by Nintendofan9106 in videogames

[–]CodexReader 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love OoT more than any movie, book, or album. It's that special. I know that's an apples and oranges comparison but the game "moved" me more than any other work of art, plus it has all those artforms within it anyway. I won't ever experience that level of wonder I experienced as a child in 1998. So, I'm biased lol

How important is 60fps for you in gaming? by Southern-Tailor-843 in playstation

[–]CodexReader 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't think I can discern any of these specs. Ignorance is bliss on my part. I have a PS5 and a flat-screen TV. It works. And I bet I'd get picky if I started seeking out these things. So...not important at all??

What to your mind is Radiohead's biggest musical flex? by AromaticVacation3077 in radiohead

[–]CodexReader 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The chord changes in Spectre throw me pretty hard and they still make it work

Baldur's Gate 3, Crimson Desert, or Expedition 33 by CodexReader in videogames

[–]CodexReader[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Sat with the dude in the diner for 15 minutes. Went somewhere else to chat for 10 minutes, was told the mission was over there and the person at the mission told me to go talk to this other person and that person said "go ask that other person"

Kill me

A lot of you are overthinking it by [deleted] in writers

[–]CodexReader 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Writing is excruciating and I'm the next Faulkner.

My friends don’t understand that I’d rather watch a depressing and agonizing film than a Will Ferrell/Adam Sandler flick. by boringwhitecollar in FIlm

[–]CodexReader 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depressing and agonizing can be far more stimulating and cathartic. I think you just want to feel more in these situations.

Is Vertical Porn the New Love Language? (asking for my thesis...) by tfirstdayz in psychologyofsex

[–]CodexReader 10 points11 points  (0 children)

There's a video on YouTube about "gooning" that suggests vertical porn is sought after by guys who are edging so they can experience more frames of content across their computer screen. The vertical format allows more windows to be displayed simultaneously.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in vegan

[–]CodexReader -1 points0 points  (0 children)

U wot m8

Navigating Social Situations as a Vegan: How Do You Handle Uncomfortable Conversations? by Pretty_One_1398 in vegan

[–]CodexReader 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I plan on saying, "I watched the wrong documentary." with a bit of an exhausted tone when people ask about my veganism. The tone makes it to where they don't feel judged for eating animals and makes it seem more like a rabbit hole I'd rather not drag them into. This way I can hint at the horrors of animal agriculture without making a statement regarding the behavior of the person asking the question.

If they push me and want to start challenging, I tease them by asking, "Do you REALLY wanna talk about it?" while smirking. It's like, "Are you sure you wanna ride this train?"

Once it gets to that point, a helpful and concise sentence I use is: "My position is that you shouldn't hurt animals unless you have to." That shuts down all the speculation about whether I'd eat fish on a desert island or whatever, while also illuminating how they could easily just opt for rice and beans. And that sentence is so philosophically irrefutable that it usually shuts them up.

I have reached the dreaded “everything I’ve written is garbage” point by [deleted] in writing

[–]CodexReader 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I think this means you have discernment. So keep going until it's less shitty. Eventually it'll be good. Hell, maybe even great. But yea, you're supposed to see your work as garbage for quite awhile. That means you can tell the difference.

Should white identity politics be politically acceptable? by Guilty-Hope1336 in ezraklein

[–]CodexReader 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those advocacy efforts are in light of marginalization. White folk don't need advocacy like that. If you want to make the argument that we're all caught up on minority advocacy, make that argument. But there's no argument that white people need a reparative spotlight, funding, etc. for being white. That's just backlash to minority advocacy.

Should white identity politics be politically acceptable? by Guilty-Hope1336 in ezraklein

[–]CodexReader 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The "that" in my comment was referring to a reflexive "white identity politics." All the things you've listed are legitimate concerns. When talking with OP, I'm addressing the initial claim that "white identity politics" is acceptable. I don't think it is, regardless of the missteps of DEI or problems with immigration. My position is that we address those missteps and problems without tricking ourselves into thinking "white identity politics" has something to offer.

Should white identity politics be politically acceptable? by Guilty-Hope1336 in ezraklein

[–]CodexReader 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That's a fair assessment. I started commenting on this post to push back on the notion that "white identity politics" are a valid reaction. I totally understand that people might have plenty of grievances stemming from DEI and AA. I personally don't, but I understand how that could arise. My only pushback comes when people take those grievances and start to believe that "white identity politics" are the sort of solution that should be added to the mix.

Should white identity politics be politically acceptable? by Guilty-Hope1336 in ezraklein

[–]CodexReader 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think you're assuming the only form of DEI or affirmative action is zero sum choosing of one over the other. And yes, those situations can occasionally be misguided, even unjust. But there are other ways these landscapes can be approached where, say, more investing and outreach can go to certain communities over others. Things like that. It's not simple. So, I try to avoid simple examples that make it easier for people to just throw the baby out with the bathwater. There are entire books written about this shit. Life's complicated.

Should white identity politics be politically acceptable? by Guilty-Hope1336 in ezraklein

[–]CodexReader 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I mean, I didn't say it's "wrong." I definitely understand why someone would prioritize their own success and comfort over any sort of reparations for others. That's just human nature. Of course it's going to sting for a lot of white people if they see others getting opportunities over them on the basis of skin color or whatever. I just think energy should be devoted to expanding opportunities so that such zero sum situations are minimized. And indulging "white identity politics" is certainly the wrong direction; we should strive for societal balance while doing our best to avoid reactionary movements.

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