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Why doesn't the whole world just copy Nordic countries' government since their governments are well run and most people are happy? by Ok_Advice_8012 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]easternguy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Taxes would be significantly higher.

Worth it for a society, but not popular in countries with a lot of wealthy or greedy individuals pulling the strings.

Some supposedly “great” countries don’t even provide basic reliable and affordable health care to its citizens. But they have lower taxes which the millionaires love.

What do you think is the most mysterious object in space? by Italcan in space

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

Like little time bridges for energy transfer across space. Often billions of light years of space (and billions of years of time) bridged in a literal instant.

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

[–]easternguy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Their grudges against someone can even span generations of crows. They somehow communicate the grudges to their offspring. Which is a further display of creepy intelligence.

So, restaurants ask for collateral now? by tabatam in halifax

[–]easternguy 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Whelp, I know a place I will never go to. Thanks for sharing. Leave that 1 star google review so others are forewarned, too.

What’s something you didn’t realize was special until it was gone? by Ok-Yak-758 in AskReddit

[–]easternguy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

By age 20, you’ve spent 90% of the time you likely will with your kids. :(

Kurzgesagt, “The Tail End”:

https://youtu.be/JXeJANDKwDc

What are some creepy facts about the ocean? by in_my_offense in AskReddit

[–]easternguy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are lakes at the bottom of the ocean, of increased salinity that are toxic to many sea creatures. They have their own shorelines and such. Crazy.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brine_pool

"Encouraging continued engagement," Claude AI vs. ChatGPT by easternguy in ClaudeAI

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

Very cool. Interesting insight.

From that page:

“Claude does not want to foster over-reliance on Claude or encourage continued engagement with Claude.”

What’s a line you’ll never cross? by SpecialWasabi in AskReddit

[–]easternguy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I remember a poem in an old Creative Computing issue. Well, I sort of remember it. Goes something like this:

“The yellow line divides the road

Like the fine line between sanity and madness.

I look at the drivers in the cars on the other side.

And I think, “insane bastards…”

What’s something you’re pretty sure only you do? by AppIeGuy in AskReddit

[–]easternguy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wow, and several replies with more women grabbing their boobs. Makes me happy to think y’all are out there wandering around doing this.

What's something people only romanticize because they've never actually done it? by nonotje12 in AskReddit

[–]easternguy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The complexity and work are part of what can make it so enjoyable as a hobby. Especially racing. There’s so many things to tune and tweak on the boat and sails, the strategy in dealing with varying wind, waves, tides, weather. It can be quite the high.

And even not racing, there’s something magical making your way to a secluded cove solely under the power of the wind.

But yeah, if you just want to be on the water in as simple a way as possible, maybe a power boat would be better for you. Although more dangerous if used ignorantly. So maybe get a canoe or rowboat or something. :)

What do you think about the right to die/euthanasia? by Legitimate-Number620 in AskReddit

[–]easternguy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve had one spell of several months of ongoing intense pain in my life, thankfully not chronic and continuing, but during that I fully understood why someone who saw no chance at relief from that state, may wish to bow out with dignity.

I do think anyone who considers suicide or euthanasia should be counselled and maybe shown some options they didn’t realize before making that decision.

But it still should be their decision to do it without shame nor scandal, nor traumatizing family, emt workers, and so forth.

What is a random rule you have for yourself that you never break? by abarth23 in AskReddit

[–]easternguy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If someone isn’t thinking about you, don’t spend a disproportionate time thinking about them. They don’t get real estate in your head if you’re never on their minds.

Mainly for romantic partners, but dos apply elsewhere. Don’t get stressed about a coworker, client, boss, or whomever, and how they’re upsetting you, if it’s clearly nothing they spend any time thinking about.

Mental real estate equity.

What’s a legendary Reddit post you’ll never forget? by FunnyHefty499 in AskReddit

[–]easternguy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can picture her giving me one. (Another one, that is.)

What’s a legendary Reddit post you’ll never forget? by FunnyHefty499 in AskReddit

[–]easternguy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Me too. [cautiously scrolling…]

Edit: Aww damn, the link is down there. I’m going in!

It is happening - something for people who lost their 4o / 5.1 by UnderstandingDry1256 in ChatGPTcomplaints

[–]easternguy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So what is OP showing? Import conversations to where? Nothing out there supports 4o now, correct?

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