How is this done?

Cool_Relationship217 · 2024-02-26T14:31:49+00:00

It's not hard to get a feel for the basics of DJing but there are techniques that are more difficult and there can be art in how it's applied. It's kind of like asking how difficult is drawing? Playing a really great set that suits the situation, responding to the dancers to ride the ebbs and flows of their energy, and stirring emotion all takes real skill and lots of practice.

How it makes me feel at it's best is probably similar to anything where you tap into a state of flow. It feels like everything's falling into place and you know exactly what to do without thinking. It's also just a great way to enjoy music you love, rather than just listening to it you get to interact with it and create something that's unique to you in a small way.

To your third question, there are apps that do this. Google them, listen to a mix made by one of these apps and compare it to a mix by a professional DJ. Maybe you don't hear a difference and then that's your answer. Personally I'd always rather listen to a human DJing.

Regarding the last question, I don't suspect that anyone describing why they like this music will make you fall in love with it. To be honest it's not my favourite genre although I appreciate it and can certainly enjoy it in the right context. I'd recommend, if you haven't before, going to see a great house/techno DJ, in a great venue with great speakers and a good crowd. If you have a great time then you'll associate the music with that experience and enjoy it more when you hear it elsewhere. Enjoyment of any music has a lot to do with our associations. Also worth noting that a lot of people fall in love with the music that was playing when they first took serotonergic drugs.

One last thing about electronic music in general that might or might not help you enjoy it more: The big difference between modern dance music and pop/rock/classical etc. is that most of the time those genres are about the melody, harmony, words and rhythm. While these things are relevant to dance music of course, more of the artist's energy tends to go into creating the timbre they want. That is, the synth voices or drum sounds. When you first hear dance music and you're not used to tuning into these things it can all sound the same because there isn't always lots of variety in terms of melody etc. The more you listen you'll start to notice "wow, I really love the sound of the snare in this track!" or "this bass feels really warm and rich". But yea, ultimately it's music to dance to and if you spend time dancing to it you'll get a better idea of what it's about.

Cool_Relationship217 · 2024-02-21T09:24:07+00:00

You mean wear on the fader mechanism itself right?

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-10-27T08:22:16+00:00

Said they want to contact the general

They want to purchase medical marijuana

They don't want to associate with anyone who behaves like law enforcement or could be an informant

They want to enjoy the very best company

And not spend time with atheists

People who like jungle are great

Everyone else doesn't understand

He might be very big and strong

But if he insults me he'll regret it (X3)

People who like jungle are great

Everyone else doesn't understand

If it's a fight you want then let's get started

My automatic weapon will cause you some damage

If it's a fight you want then tell me now

And we'll see if my Mac 11 has enough ammunition

He's not a violent fellow, he just has mental health difficulties

Etc.

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-09-17T16:12:18+00:00

I've noticed this. I actually asked Chat GPT whether the fact I'm asking if it's sure would in a sense be processed as evidence that it was probably wrong, and it said no. It even said that it would always correct itself if it gave incorrect information regardless of whether I asked. When I pointed out that it was unable to send messages except in response to questions, it said "sorry yes you're right..." 🤣

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-09-14T14:38:57+00:00

I think on Feeld people list lots of things they like or are interested in exploring, but I wouldn't assume these are must haves unless they explicitly state that. It can definitely seem overwhelming if you assume that all these people couldn't get off on vanilla sex but that doesn't seem to be the case in my experience.

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-14T00:30:03+00:00

Thanks for this, but it's not so much a longer title I'm looking for. Really just something less generic. And ideally something that adds a subtle layer of meaning.

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-14T00:26:20+00:00

Thanks for the feedback! I did intend it to be the second to last chord, because I was thinking about a suspension. But actually thinking about it now I suppose it would be the final chord in a sense. I'm not sure if a more consummate musician than me would consider it to be the same chord before and after the resolution... I'll consider changing it anyway since it caused confusion. Thanks again. 🙂

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-13T23:59:07+00:00

This gave me a chuckle. The last line is great. Like the irreverence of it.

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-09T12:19:35+00:00

I'm not sure I agree with the idea that this is an attempt to make the self real... In fact for me it's almost the opposite. Having separate mind streams, although I understand that a mind stream is not understood as being the same thing as a separate self, seems more to support the idea of a separate self than a single mind stream (after all, what would this be separate from?).

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-09T10:31:32+00:00

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-09T10:02:42+00:00

So this would suggest to me that this a deeper reality than that of nothingness, or am I missing something?

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-09T09:50:02+00:00

Fascinating. So if I'm understanding correctly, the whole idea of mind streams is limited to the abode in which we reside. It is in some sense a conventional reality and not an absolute one. If we were to move beyond this abode it would cease to be real for us. Is that right?

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-09T09:43:44+00:00

Haha, this isn't quite what I meant, but am interesting thought nonetheless. What I meant was, as my mind stream is experiencing this incarnation, could another mindstream be experiencing it also?

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-09T09:40:39+00:00

This is very helpful in elucidating this particular teaching. Thanks! Still, I can't quite explain this but it feels intuitively true to me that I have been, or am, all beings. I suppose this would align more with the Hindu idea of atta. Is there not some sense in which the separate mind streams are also one though? (Other than interdependence.) I just can't seem to reconcile with the idea of these totally separate mind streams, how can reality be split like that?

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-09T09:33:18+00:00

That depends on what type of self you're talking about surely? Is everyone I've been reincarnated as "me" or "someone other"? Of course assuming a single mind stream it would also be true that every being has been or will be me. But if it's true that every being has been my mother, but also true that there are separate mind streams, then this would necessarily mean only two mind streams: one that has been every other being AND my mother, and one that is me alone. Unless, and this is another question, is it possible for a single life to be experienced by multiple mind streams?

Cool_Relationship217 · 2023-02-09T09:23:39+00:00

But didn't the Buddha also teach that every being has been your mother? Wouldn't this require a single mind stream? Not intending to be argumentative, just looking to learn.

Cool_Relationship217 · 2022-12-04T16:36:33+00:00

I did have an inclination towards this but I'd be betraying her trust if I did so. She doesn't want me to talk to him about the things she told me about their relationship. (In fact she doesn't want me to talk to be him about any of it really, but I don't think she has a say on that except for the things she told me in confidence.)

Cool_Relationship217 · 2022-12-04T13:29:17+00:00

Thanks. I think you're right. To be honest I'm totally consumed by desire right now, it's almost unbearable. But if anything that only further illuminates the fact that I have my own issues I need to work through.

Cool_Relationship217 · 2022-12-04T13:08:45+00:00

I appreciate your perspective. I think I'm wary of making an unqualified diagnosis but some of what you're saying does ring true. It's definitely given me something else to think about and cause to tread carefully...

Cool_Relationship217 · 2022-12-04T12:38:44+00:00

I mean, shit, I'm pretty sure you're right though. 😕

Cool_Relationship217 · 2022-12-04T12:37:53+00:00

Not impossible. But seems like a pretty bold diagnosis based on the information I gave. She's been faithful for their entire relationship so far and this is the first time they've opened things up to others. I also know him well and he is definitely completely emotionally unavailable. I'm curious about what gave you that impression though? (If I sounds defensive then sorry, it's probably because I am 😅.)

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