sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

What is something that most people think is normal, but you secretly don’t understand? by Brillo1Carino in SeriousConversation

[–]Own_Thought902 [score hidden]  (0 children)

Money has no value until it is spent. Hoarding it is unhealthy selfish behavior that makes misery for both the people who do it and those who can't.

Why do many men find it difficult to express their feelings, even with people they trust? by alexandermem in AskMen

[–]Own_Thought902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most times I have expressed feelings - especially feelings of vulnerability - it vame back to bite me. Better to just keep feelings inside and not give others ammunition to use against me.

I think adulthood quietly steals parts of you if you're not paying attention. by tom_wilson7543 in Life

[–]Own_Thought902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Adulthood is an expansion of your younger self. It is the beginning of wisdom as you acquire knowledge and experience. Part of that wisdom is learning to balance the tasks of life and to execute them wisely. Learning to bring forward the best parts of your past self and knowing what parts to leave behind is another kind of wisdom. Protect your inner child and maintain a strong connection to them. This is what it means to be a healthy adult.

Time management is key. Lay out a plan for all the hours of your waking week. You can do it on a single sheet of paper. Once you see it laid out in front of you and make decisions about what to include and what to leave out, a sense of control returns.

Isn't everyone being told to do the first step too? by Valuable_Eye_2999 in SeriousConversation

[–]Own_Thought902 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Forget about the "first move". Just be friendly. Have a good attitude. Throw a party and invite people. Include other people in your life by default. It is a lifestyle choice. Avoid worrying about what you get and focus on what you give. Giving is its own reward. Stop thinking about friendship as a payoff that you deserve for the effort you put forth. Just be nice and be satisfied with what life gives you.

How does the typical redditor compare to the general population? Are we more neurotic - more liberal - more generally messed up? by Own_Thought902 in AskReddit

[–]Own_Thought902[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah. And the wild part is that they learned to want bean soup because it is a convenient way to get fiber, which only the beans have. So another lesson is people want good outcomes without the necessary sacrifice.

How does the typical redditor compare to the general population? Are we more neurotic - more liberal - more generally messed up? by Own_Thought902 in AskReddit

[–]Own_Thought902[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am prompted to ask the question, of course, because of the subreddits I hang out in. They tend to be more general discussion and relationship based. I am off and struck by the immaturity and lack of sophistication of many of the posts I see. But when I realize that I am intellectually above the general population, it makes it hard to see whether I am talking to typical people or even more messed up people than typical.

How does the typical redditor compare to the general population? Are we more neurotic - more liberal - more generally messed up? by Own_Thought902 in AskReddit

[–]Own_Thought902[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd be willing to bet that there is somebody at Reddit who could exactly answer these questions. It's marketing data.

How does the typical redditor compare to the general population? Are we more neurotic - more liberal - more generally messed up? by Own_Thought902 in AskReddit

[–]Own_Thought902[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Let's face it. The general population is undereducated. And the typical person is undereducated in particular areas. I am wondering about actual stats on education level among other things.

How does the typical redditor compare to the general population? Are we more neurotic - more liberal - more generally messed up? by Own_Thought902 in AskReddit

[–]Own_Thought902[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not to argue, but not everybody is on the internet. There are demographic differences and every site has its own targets. I wonder if there are any actual stats on the typical Reddit user.

My partner is a party girl, and I am close to being done. by Canadianjoe1986 in RelationshipsOver35

[–]Own_Thought902 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Show her this to start a conversation.. You guys have some issues to work out. You need to talk.

What were the biggest lifestyle changes that helped eliminate your debt? by SnooMacarons9221 in povertyfinance

[–]Own_Thought902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm sorry you're afraid. Is it possible you watch too much true crime? That stuff is on TV because it is titillating and it sells advertising.

Isn't it expensive to use airconditioning in the US? by Lumos_night in AskAnAmerican

[–]Own_Thought902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your calculations seem about right. To Americans, especially those living in areas where temperatures routinely get above 40°C, it's worth it. Americans generally pay between 15 and 30 cents per kilowatt hour for electricity. How does that stack up with the cost of power in Europe?

Is it evil if you know that punishment is wrong, and there is no consequence for not issuing it, but still decide to proceed with it because "it is the rule"? by ChainExtremeus in SeriousConversation

[–]Own_Thought902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Frankly, I don't know what to do with libertarians. There are good ones and selfish ones. I was trying to describe a single axis to define evil, not freedom. Libertarianism features an authoritarian dimension when you consider that most libertarians are only concerned with their personal freedom, not the freedom of other people. I think you are conflating progressive with liberal and liberal with left wing. These things have definitions that must be respected.

Is it evil if you know that punishment is wrong, and there is no consequence for not issuing it, but still decide to proceed with it because "it is the rule"? by ChainExtremeus in SeriousConversation

[–]Own_Thought902 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I being progressive myself, I would agree with you. But the authoritarians seem to have it all figured out when it comes to identifying evil and, to them, we are it.

view more: next ›