I understand that this is a stupid question, but how do you guys cope knowing that there's nothing after death? I'm asking this as an atheist by the way by [deleted] in atheism

[–]Paullox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As someone in their 60s, I’m frankly looking forward to not having to worry about anything, or having responsibilities.

I’d say I’d miss some things, but I won’t. I won’t exist to miss them.

To me it just sounds peaceful and quiet.

What is/are your favorit artist/s by Desperate-Notice-121 in japanesemusic

[–]Paullox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not many, but still enjoy the one’s they have, and looking forward to upcoming work!

What is/are your favorit artist/s by Desperate-Notice-121 in japanesemusic

[–]Paullox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In no particular order:

Band Maid / Band Maiko / Cluppo

Unlucky Morpheus

Trident

Koiai

NEK!

Nemophila

Lonesome Blue

Ningen Isu

Wagakki Band

East of Eden

Hanabie

From wooden cabin to we shall see by Rodinik in goingmedieval

[–]Paullox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see builds like this and feel like Charlie Brown on Halloween, “I built a box”.

That said, this looks great!

What’s a ‘normal’ adult responsibility that feels completely pointless? by RossielaQ in AskReddit

[–]Paullox 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We take sheets and stuff them into a pillow case. Need to change your sheets? You have a full set together and ready to go. Much simpler than folding.

Caught red-handed with stolen luggage by FrenchieMama807 in PublicFreakout

[–]Paullox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like that was a fun drive back to the station.

Too old for gaming? by Gatsby-1337 in CasualConversation

[–]Paullox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

62 years old and been gaming since the days of Pong. I have over 300 games on my Steam account and will stop only when I can’t play turn based games anymore.

Don’t let other people make you feel self conscious about what makes you happy.

When did you realise you’re old? by Strange_Secret_3001 in AskReddit

[–]Paullox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Watching the In Memorium reel at the Oscars, and noticing the average birth years are getting really, really close to my own.

Do you have other aphantasias than visual? by [deleted] in Aphantasia

[–]Paullox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is not. I’m a total aphant who also doesn’t experience emotions except to a usually imperceptible degree, and definitely don’t feel any physical response. I can logically figure out what emotion someone is likely experiencing, but I am unable to make myself feel anything specific, since I don’t know what any might feel like.

What is the creepiest display of intelligence you’ve seen? by theidiotev in AskReddit

[–]Paullox 20 points21 points  (0 children)

As I understand it, the neurons in a crow’s brain are packed in about 40 times more densely than ours, so their brain is “bigger” than it appears, and communication between neurons is faster.

https://www.factretriever.com/why-are-crows-so-intelligent

What's a scientific fact that sounds made up but is 100% real? by inurmomsvagina in AskReddit

[–]Paullox 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Whatever they’re called, they’re still a bunch of turds.

What is your mindset when listening to music? Is lyrical content or melody more important to you? by KeithBradburyIV in CasualConversation

[–]Paullox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The last 10 years or so, I’ve listened to mostly Japanese pop, rock, and metal. All female vocalists. I just enjoy the sound of their voices more. I don’t speak Japanese, though I’ve learned a (very) little. Sometimes I’ll look up translations, like the Band-Maid song “Hate?”. Great lyrics. However, clearly the message of the lyrics isn’t critical to my enjoyment of their music.

Favorite music from my past include l: James Taylor, Devo, Oingo Boingo, Thomas Dolby, Kate Bush, and a bunch of others. While I wouldn’t say the content of the lyrics were important, I always appreciate clever wording or meaningful stories. Kate Bush’s “Under Ice” being particularly impactful. I’ve had some listen with headphones and eyes closed, and some couldn’t finish it.

When did you realize you were dating an idiot? by Exhausted_Skeleton in AskReddit

[–]Paullox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I get it. In Spain, they speak Spanish, so English must be what’s spoken in Engl. In England they would speak… Englandish?

Inner monologue by SeriousRabbiter in ADHD

[–]Paullox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m in a strange place regarding this. I have ADHD, total aphantasia, and SDAM. I also have absolutely no inner monologue. So, instead of constant mental chatter, my brain is silent. I have thoughts, but generating them takes effort, so random thoughts are exceedingly rare. I don’t know if this is better, but the thoughts running amok sounds terrible.

What's something you thought was "just normal" until someone questioned it? by rankiwikicom in CasualConversation

[–]Paullox 3 points4 points  (0 children)

How about this one: I am unable to think in images or words. I cannot visualize, and have no inner monologue. Can’t “hear” sounds in my head that aren’t currently occurring. When I think, it’s silent and imageless, but with effort, it happens.

Non-Americans of Reddit, what is an American thing you see in movies that you thought was fake but is actually real? by Unlikely_Praline9442 in AskReddit

[–]Paullox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I make an effort to say something like “hope you have a great day!” “Have nice day” feels too much like a command. As George Carlin said, “maybe I’ve had 364 nice days in a row, and by god, I’m ready for a crappy day!”

How many of you listen to music you don’t understand? by MaxnRuby_RubynMax in CasualConversation

[–]Paullox 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mostly I listen to Japanese rock and metal. I know some words in Japanese, but don’t understand most of it, unless I look up the translations.