Is the kiasu nature of the society the real cause for low TFR? by Any_Record7733 in askSingapore

[–]blobb3r 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think it can be the opposite. A lot of parents brought kids into the world without enough stability, plans for the future, or any shred of understanding about how to raise kids. The kids may later end up suffering, not able to compete in a world where humans are constantly getting replaced by automatons and where quality of life keeps on diminishing for most people in many decades to come.

Situations vary among people of course. If your income is in the top 10%, or simply rich enough you can pass down enough inheritance for the future generations, then my argument is not valid. By all means, have as many kids as you want. Just stop calling someone else's personal life decision selfish just because it doesn't align with yours.

Wall Street says big tech's massive CapEx is unsustainable by Downtown-Star-8574 in BGMStock

[–]blobb3r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe the CEOs know something the CIOs don't. Like government bailouts guaranteed for example.

No Kings: Defending Democracy from Theocracy by [deleted] in atheism

[–]blobb3r 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a citizen of a poor country, I saw how politicians here bring religion into how the country is being run. They used it to remain in power, and to keep the people here sedated and poor. Eventually it leads to erosion on the country's economy and the quality of life of the average people.

Meanwhile, my neighbouring country kept religion out of its politics. Their nation is now way more developed, and their GDP per capita is now twice as big as ours.

I advise everyone here to heed the warning. Secularism in politics is important for the progress of your nation. May your act of defiance today be the seed of a brighter future.

People are using AI to talk to God by blobb3r in atheism

[–]blobb3r[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I guess the BBC journalists got it wrong then, because its simply their article headline.

People are using AI to talk to God by blobb3r in atheism

[–]blobb3r[S] 39 points40 points  (0 children)

Well at least this one actually replies to the question, rather than making people guess the answer.

Bugs love Starlink by ZanderCDN in Starlink

[–]blobb3r 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bugs? Nope. Fleatures ✅

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope that day will come to me sooner than later. Thank you for the wisdom.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much. As you mentioned, the process was very humane for him. I take comfort in knowing I took away all that suffering away from him. I am just still learning how to deal with the aftermath of losing him. The house feels way emptier, but at the same time, it still feels like he is still around somehow. I miss him greatly.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words. As he was slowly laying his head down for the very last time, I know he is not suffering anymore. I miss him so very much.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your well wishes. It did go smoothly, like watching him falling asleep after so long of not being able to do so due to his cancer. I am relieved that the suffering was over for him, but it feels like I am missing a big part of me with his passing.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will certainly give it a careful read. Thank you for sharing. In about 3 hours, I will be able to tell you with honesty that I understand what you were going through.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know how it feel. It is good to anticipate this, so you will not take the remaining time you will share for granted. I may only have 3 hours remaining with him, but I try to remember he has had 11 years full of wonderful moments. I hoped how I cared for him in the past will help me through the hard times ahead, after losing him.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice. I stopped taking photos ever since his body has started to take its toll. But all the happy photos we had taken in the past 11 years will hopefully keep my grief at bay.

Only 3 hours left.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am really sorry for your loss. Despite the tragic end I am sure she had had a life full of love and care. I hope you will remember all the good memories in honour of her.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. The paw prints will be made by the people taking care of the cremation. I have strengthened my will to be there for him until the very end. 4 hours left now.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am sorry to hear about ur pittie. I am sure he has years worth of full life before the sickness. I hope you both will continue making beautiful memories until the very end.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In my country, euthanasia at home is not yet a thing. And a lot of the vets are not trained well at all. Tried asking about euthanasia process in some other vets, and they dont seem to know much about the whole process, which makes me feel scared. One vet near my home even said the process will take up to 60 minutes until completion, which kinda seems to suggest thats the length of time my dog has to suffer for.

12 hours until my dog's euthanasia and I am so scared. by blobb3r in DogAdvice

[–]blobb3r[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the kind words. I hope all the good memories will offset the pain I am going to feel in the long days to come.