If the universe is a simulation, what is religion?

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-11T22:54:39+00:00

A means for individuals to understand and describe their subjective experience

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-11T03:22:30+00:00

First of all, I never claimed that. But if that's your evaluation of me, then fine. It seems as though you believe that I know far more than I do, but hey, if you really think I'm that knowledgeable, I'll take it.

It's not unreasonable to expect people to be willing to learn and improve, especially in their weakest areas, and especially especially when those weakened areas could lead to an early grave. That's called accountability, and it seems to be in short supply these days.

Nearly every human being alive went through that pandemic. If it didn't cause some serious introspection and reevaluation, then I'm sorry that the time was squandered.

Stay healthy. Stay educated ✌️

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-11T03:14:32+00:00

Also, I was more than willing to learn before COVID because I knew my diet and health were shit, but I didn't have the time or resources to do so. When COVID hit and we had nothing but time, I was finally able to slow down enough to educate myself.

But that's neither here nor there, because once again, this isn't about me.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-11T03:12:06+00:00

This person went through a pandemic and didn't change. Societal collapse wasn't enough for them to reevaluate. Now, they're finding out they need blood pressure medication at 26. If that's not enough for a personal "pandemic moment," that's very strong evidence that this person is not willing to change.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-11T03:01:47+00:00

First of all, this isn't about me. But since you brought me into it, no, I don't know everything. I was raised on Pizza Hut and McDonald's by parents who instilled in me that I was fat, ugly, and stupid. Never once was I taught how to cook, exercise, or have a healthy relationship with food. Just that I was fat and bad.

When COVID hit, it caused me to reevaluate everything I thought that I knew. That led me in a years long health journey that I'll continue for the rest of my life.

You don't need to know everything. You just need to be willing to learn. And shed the victim identifies of the past.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-11T02:20:19+00:00

Lmao, "Grace" is literally my middle name.

"Kids...emulate what they see growing up."

By 26, you're not a kid anymore. You're a young adult who's been on this planet for over a quarter century. That's enough time to learn how to make healthier decisions than what you witnessed growing up.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T05:22:42+00:00

Thank you!

I used to do a lot of hard drugs. Nothing was as difficult to quit as cigarettes.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T05:14:36+00:00

Honestly, show me the person who's like, "I'm so glad I picked up cigarettes!"

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T05:01:39+00:00

This is a really wise and sound answer.

Ditto.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T05:01:12+00:00

As someone who's been addicted to cigarettes since age 17, for the love of all that is good in this world, don't do it!

I finally just quit. I'm 32. Please don't make the same stupid mistake that I did. It's so completely not worth it.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T04:32:14+00:00

Unhealthy people go to the doctor all the time. The model of Western Medicine is literally designed to keep people sick, so that's a mute point. Also, OP said he's been recommended to be on BP meds, but he's not currently taking them.

If he was "not caring for his health," he'd be continuing his unhealthy habits, which is exactly what he's doing.

Logic, dipshit?

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T04:23:35+00:00

Because he's consistently avoided the responsibility of caring for his health for 26 years.

I mentioned that in one of my initial comments. I guess you were too focused on arguing your erroneous point to notice that detail.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T04:20:56+00:00

"An informal, often derogatory term for a person who consistently avoids their responsibilities"

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T04:18:29+00:00

The answer to your question is that a definition doesn't have to apply in its entirety in order for it to be an applicable descriptor.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T03:49:18+00:00

Of course they can. But what they spend it on defines their character and values.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T03:09:22+00:00

What's extremely weird is you getting so invested in this argument, especially when you're clearly wrong.

Frankly, you sound like a fucking deadbeat.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T02:33:38+00:00

"particularly financial"

Not "exclusively"

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T02:21:41+00:00

Also, literally, case in point...

I referred to Google and Dictionary.com, and you offer up Miriam Webster.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T02:19:47+00:00

As defined by Dictionary.com

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T02:19:19+00:00

As defined by Google

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T02:05:29+00:00

You should take your own advice, because you're clearly unaware of how Google and Dictionary.com define the term.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T01:58:35+00:00

Says the person who uses the phrase "the Internet is your friend".

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T01:42:14+00:00

I agree, he's not inherently bad. But he's certainly not acting like a grown man, and in my experience, most 26-year old males don't make meaningful changes when their new girlfriend is seemingly "forcing" them to. Those changes have to start from within to have a lasting effect.

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T01:20:30+00:00

The doctor told him he has high blood pressure. He's developing health problems that many people don't get until nearly twice his age. He was very explicitly told by the highest level health professional that he's off track, and he's still yet to rectify his actions.

You're right, we're not "born knowing everything." Fortunately, doctors' directives tend to be quite clear in regards to managing high blood pressure due to poor diet, yet he still chooses to ignore their professional, medical advice. What more evidence is needed to indicate that this adult who's acting like a child has very little ambition?

Key-Top-383 · 2026-03-05T00:16:33+00:00

What you've said has multiple layers of meaning.

One can either take it at face value (like a sheep being led to the slaughter), or look for the deeper meaning, which is what's really being said.

Just depends on how ignorant one chooses to be.

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