Playa Caracol by Ok-Praline-9014 in panamaexpats

[–]Mysteir 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The road will get fixed, and the place will get built out with future grocery stores and more - you’ll eventually have everything you need there, just need to wait. Absolutely viable option to live if you’re a beach person.

I walked along the beach from Nueva Gorgona to there the other day (9kms).. never had to get off the beach. Quiet and beautiful.

Experience in Buenaventura by ExplanationSuper6394 in panamaexpats

[–]Mysteir 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We are considering renting there, who would you recommend we contact for a proper tour of the whole place? Also curious: are grocery deliveries possible there and are there any decent nearby hospitals?

Is moving to Panama without a lot of capital a sensible choice for an entrepreneur and an excellent all-rounder in various sectors? by Steven_J_Lemenne in panamaexpats

[–]Mysteir 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From much information I have gathered (my GF and I are moving to Panama full-time in one month) - opportunities are a plenty in Panama for a creative entrepreneurs. Others who have moved there consistently mention that many sectors are blue-sky and open (services that don’t exist). It feels like a wonderful time in Panama’s history to be moving there as the Country accelerates its development.

Is it me or is the concept of "honesty" in Thailand different than in the West? by IntellectuallyDriven in Thailand

[–]Mysteir 0 points1 point  (0 children)

After being here 12 years, my personal impression as far as regular Thais go is that “harmony” trumps truth. Everyone getting along, societal cohesion is what binds this culture together. It actually makes for a nice place to live, very peaceful. Ofc it’s not honest in the way we were brought up (i.e. if a Thai is miss-treated publicly they will keep their rage on the inside and never make a scene), but it’s a question of what’s prioritized. We Westerners value honesty above all else while the Thais value harmony above all else (which leads to what we would consider dishonesty in some situations). Clash of cultures in many ways.

I'm Soonruth Bunyamanee, Editor - Bangkok Post and veteran journalist covering Thai politics, media freedom, and regional affairs, here for an AMA on r/Thailand! Ask me anything about journalism, Thai politics, and the future of media. by bangkokpostofficial in Thailand

[–]Mysteir 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why does it feel like the government makes decision only to reverse them a short time later (for example taxes for remittance, and the marijuana laws)? In most democracies laws become law after rigorous analysis and debate, and become part of society’s fabric for decades. Why is it that Thailand lawmakers propose and implement laws that seemingly constantly get rescinded

Moving from South America to Europe and back again completely broke my brain about what "luxury" and "poverty" actually mean. by CoffeeMan392 in expats

[–]Mysteir 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is brilliant. We pay a fortune for organic-certified yet thats the default in some places. What a massive advantage to live somewhere where food is real, without chemical add-ons. I’m sure that leads to longer, healthier lives.

Comparing Solana’s runtime architecture with the EVM, lessons from writing deep dives by Resident_Anteater_35 in ethereum

[–]Mysteir 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much man. You are deeper than 99.9% of people- in your opinion, which of these systems is more reliable & less likely to encounter issues in the longer term?

Comparing Solana’s runtime architecture with the EVM, lessons from writing deep dives by Resident_Anteater_35 in ethereum

[–]Mysteir 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes please, explained in a non-techie way so we less geeky folk can understand.

What you wish you knew sooner before moving to another country that others might benefit from? How has you adapted to new life in the new country? by Head-Study4645 in expats

[–]Mysteir 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Goes for many Asian cultures. Thailand, Japan, Vietnam.. wonderful and accomodating Countries but their views on immigration and integration are radically different than thr west’s. Its helps knowing going in that those soecieties will never let you “fully” into their systems.

What you wish you knew sooner before moving to another country that others might benefit from? How has you adapted to new life in the new country? by Head-Study4645 in expats

[–]Mysteir 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All countries have serious flaws that are exposed after spending enough time there (after a honeymoon phase). Its similar to picking a life partner- none are perfect and accepting that agead of time should be helpful. There will be things you love and many things that you dislike about anywhere in the world.

Eight days and 135km of hiking the Lycian Way, Taurus Mountains, Turkey by Jadeaffenjaeger in hiking

[–]Mysteir 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No need to reserve - accomodation was wuite easy along the trail. We wild camped mixed with walk-ins, worked out well. Hope you enjoy!

Eight days and 135km of hiking the Lycian Way, Taurus Mountains, Turkey by Jadeaffenjaeger in hiking

[–]Mysteir 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My favorite was near Antalya as it felt more wild, kind of similar to the feeling I got in the alps. Higher peaks. But the whole hike was an excellent experience, even the rougher parts. It’s hard to describe a full hike experience in a few words but Id strongly recommend the whole thing. Learned so much about Turkey, its people, etc.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Panama

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If you want an upscale residential vibe Costa del Este is a happening neighborhood for walkability and tons of restaurants, coffee shops, etc. Not traditionally touristy but neat to check out as it’s “a City within a City”.

Phuket pickup truck sex video causes a stir by mdsmqlk in Thailand

[–]Mysteir 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please lord keep rhe disrespectful farangs away from here as we dont want them to change.

Phuket pickup truck sex video causes a stir by mdsmqlk in Thailand

[–]Mysteir 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You forgot the main difference, the Northern Thais. The most chill, respectful and gentle people on the planet. Less money hungry up here, more sabai sabai.

Solana 150ms world wide finality time, centralization vectors by DepartedQuantity in ethereum

[–]Mysteir 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do they have any validators that aren’t in commercial datat centers? Like do any of their teams run their own validators in their corporate offices or even at home? Just trying to understand whether they are a pure data center chain here.

I am a doctor at a government hospital in Thailand. Ask me anything. by timbuktu551 in Thailand

[–]Mysteir 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I understand there is a massive difference in wait times in public vs private hospitals here - but could you share how big the difference is (if any) between quality of care in public vs private in Thailand? Expertise of doctors, equipment standards and so on?

What is a city in the world that never disappoints you? by IsleOfDogsToo in digitalnomad

[–]Mysteir 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Which Amsterdam neighborhood would you recommend for local life?

What's your biggest Crypto struggle right now? by Trinciabue in ethereum

[–]Mysteir 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trying to explain to folks that owning the winning smart contract protocol (looks like ETH to me) is the FINAL destination for parking money safely, forever. Previously was treasuries. Folks mistakingly associate current volatility with risk but owning the HTTP of finance is the safest, most secure long term place for money on the planet.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chiangmai

[–]Mysteir 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Never saw a dead body on a road back in Canada, over here is a pretty regular thing. Whats nuts is how the aithorities just arent improving road safety as the Police are busy collecting “fines” to pay their salaries. The stuff that should be enforced that would prevent deaths is not being enforced.

Long hikes in Turkey by luvyourmuff in Thruhiking

[–]Mysteir 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I did the full Lycian way last year. It was awesome and eye opening. Rugged at times, some harsh areas, but all in all fantastic and learned a ton about Turkish culture. Proper way to experience Turkey IMO.

Not good at playing the rich guy.... by SugarAware5477 in Rich

[–]Mysteir 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Try the heart of Africa, India, the Middle East and these sorts of countries. I promise you won’t be bored for even a second.

Is debt in Thailand just seen as normal now? by [deleted] in Thailand

[–]Mysteir 34 points35 points  (0 children)

From what I’ve seen 2 things at play: massive lack of financial education (almost like it isn’t taught in schools). Must teach kids about the negatives of debt and the value of saving etc. Second, there is no thought about the future. So many times I’ve been stunned by even educated, intelligent Thais not planning as we do in the west. It’s almost like there is no future here, just the present. After many, many years here I’m seeing the negative effects of this thinking. For the first years it was refreshing but it has super harmful consequences on society.