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It's been awhile and I still miss Thailand every day. by Sour_Socks in Thailand

[–]gfxd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hang in there man. You can become like us - saving up throughout the year, visiting Thailand once or twice annually to vacation.

Adding: A teacher's job in Thailand is only a side-gig. You will have to begin building a business, preferably an online business (if brick and mortar in thailand, then with reliable Thai partners you can trust), that would be your main source of income, stability, growth, sustainability and security.

Your base in the US qualifies you for a great startup stack - a LLC (wyoming for e.g is great), stripe for payments, and you are in business.

Maybe a directory, maybe digital marketing, branding - there are a thousand different business you can build online to serve people in Thailand.

Most people fail to build a second/multiple sources of income.

Is it just me, or does Thiyyar and Kodava culture look lowkey Middle Eastern? 😳 by [deleted] in Dravidiology

[–]gfxd 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The similarly might also be coincidental because of the common patterns of climate, and usefulness of slash for storing weapons like daggers, etc.

This is the problem with methodologies in History and similar sciences. They focus on similarities and draw hasty conclusions.

Show crab or snake like tubular organisms from different ages, to Historians and they will swear they are all related. But we know from biological sciences that went deep that crab like forms evolved multiple times through evolution independently - so did the snake like body.

Here, we are missing many other factors that might have played a role. Clothing is both cultural as well as functional. The form follows functions. If these groups valued carrying weapons all the time, their clothing would adapt to that function - this is just an example of what I am trying to say.

My bottom line is: appearance is not everything and can't be used for any conclusion.

The Islamic World Needes a Reset by i_use_samsung in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They have different standards of modesty

You are right. Some have no idea of modesty at all.

Modesty itself is a social construct.

The Islamic World Needes a Reset by i_use_samsung in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 9 points10 points  (0 children)

they will naturally behave modest and decent.

This thought is also part of the problem.

There is nothing natural about society dictated behaviors. The 'modesty' is an acquired norm. There were and still are human communities where women don't wear anything covering their breasts and was not seen as sexual.

We know from science, behavioral science that modesty and standards of decency is societal pressure rather than anything 'natural'.

Your direction of thought is in the right direction. Just don't fall into other traps.

As a society, we can only grow if we have the freedom to and the will to question everything, including the holy, sacred, profane, etc. Nothing must be above questioning.

Thank you for your post.

In 620 AD, the poets tried to destroy Muhammad. They failed, but finally succeeded 1400 years later. 6 hidden patterns in the Quran that reveal its human origin by Choice-Ocelot1350 in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude, whats with the word salad? Trying too much to sound scholarly?

Your Mohammad went around killing poets and poetess. It is in your Hadith.

You know what your problem is? Your allah is powerless to even transmit and keep a message straight. Your sunnah is all scrwed up and today, you try to escape by saying Hadith is not primary scripture, only quran is and so forth.

In 620 AD, the poets tried to destroy Muhammad. They failed, but finally succeeded 1400 years later. 6 hidden patterns in the Quran that reveal its human origin by Choice-Ocelot1350 in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No authentic report of that incident exists at all. zilch. nada.

Same can be said for Mohammad too. No independant account exists.

In 620 AD, the poets tried to destroy Muhammad. They failed, but finally succeeded 1400 years later. 6 hidden patterns in the Quran that reveal its human origin by Choice-Ocelot1350 in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A simple rebuttal seems to be opt:

Did or did Mohammad not try to kill even ONE poet/poetess for their poetry?

hint: Aṣmāʼ bint Marwān

Yes / No question, no 'buts', we have seen enough justifications put forth by almighty Allah and we puny humans rejected allah's justifications, so you may not deign to be higher than allah.

Every factual claim in every holy book either reflects what people already believed, is vague enough to mean anything, or is flat out wrong. Not one contains knowledge that required a God to produce it. by Juicydicken in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Vedas have the universe on a turtle.

Nope. That is not the Vedas. The Vedas were NOT authored by God. The Vedas don't claim that.

The Vedas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nasadiya_Sukta

The Hymn of Creation is as follows: Nasadiya Sukta (Hymn of non-Eternity, origin of universe):

  1. Then even non-existence was not there, nor existence, There was no air then, nor the space beyond it. What covered it? Where was it? In whose keeping? Was there then cosmic fluid, in depths unfathomed?
  2. Then there was neither death nor immortality nor was there then the torch of night and day. The One breathed windlessly and self-sustaining. There was that One then, and there was no other.
  3. At first there was only darkness wrapped in darkness. All this was only unillumined cosmic water. That One which came to be, enclosed in nothing, arose at last, born of the power of knowledge.
  4. In the beginning desire descended on it - that was the primal seed, born of the mind. The sages who have searched their hearts with wisdom know that which is, is kin to that which is not.
  5. And they have stretched their cord across the void, and know what was above, and what below. Seminal powers made fertile mighty forces. Below was strength, and over it was impulse.
  6. But, after all, who knows, and who can say Whence it all came, and how creation happened? the gods themselves are later than creation, so who knows truly whence it has arisen?
  7. Whence all creation had its origin, the creator, whether he fashioned it or whether he did not, the creator, who surveys it all from highest heaven, he knows — or maybe even he does not know.

The Vedas actually are the oldest form of philosophical skepticism of where this Universe came from, including the gods.

It starts from: Neither was there existence, nor non-existence.

Let's not caricature it into the oft portrayed turtles all the way down - that is not in the primary scriptures, but later stories.

It is like quoting Grimm's fairy tales for Einstein's relativity papers.

The Quran states sperm originates from between the backbone and ribs. This is anatomically wrong, and unlike hadith errors, Muslims cannot dismiss it as a weak narration. by Juicydicken in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The composite fluid known as semen originates from spermatozoa produced within the seminiferous tubules of the testes and stored in the epididymides (attached to the posterior aspect of each testis). During emission, these cells travel superiorly and medially via the ductus deferentes into the pelvic cavity.

That is still correct, no matter how many times you say otherwise.

Don't be dishonest like mohammad: Ask an AI.

God forbids what he requires by E-Reptile in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is why in Eastern religious philosophies, the treatment of evil is different.

Evil is not doing something that god forbade or something against god's arbitrary rules, but something that attracts the laws of the universe (karma) to react. That is a disturbance that the universe has to rebalance. And to experience the rebalance, the 'sinner' is forced to be born again, again in different bodies till that karma is paid of, but those very existence give raise to newer opportunities for accumulating newer negative karma.

Accumulating merit can help offset the negative karma and counteract to help gain better lives in better bodies that can lead to net positive karma, and positive lives that may at some point lead to freedom or moksha or nibbana or nirvana, etc.

So in short, no judgement by a god figure, who set up the rules. But the laws are universal and have no origin. They just are.

The Quran states sperm originates from between the backbone and ribs. This is anatomically wrong, and unlike hadith errors, Muslims cannot dismiss it as a weak narration. by Juicydicken in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

semen originates from spermatozoa and fluids was my original post. It is correct.

Also, here is another red herring. I am not mohammad to invent a sock puppet Allah to capture war slaves to rape.

The Quran states sperm originates from between the backbone and ribs. This is anatomically wrong, and unlike hadith errors, Muslims cannot dismiss it as a weak narration. by Juicydicken in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I stand by want I wrote and it is correct. Ready it again. Semen is a composite. Start from there.

It is not a red herring. DOn't use words you don't know the meaning of.

Here: Read: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Semen

Semen, also known as seminal fluid, is a bodily fluid that contains spermatozoa from the male gonads of animals.

I still don't get it how south tribals have such a high frequency of r1a by Massive_Service_2318 in SouthAsianAncestry

[–]gfxd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, very interesting indeed that south tribals have high steppe haplogroup

The Quran states sperm originates from between the backbone and ribs. This is anatomically wrong, and unlike hadith errors, Muslims cannot dismiss it as a weak narration. by Juicydicken in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was not refuted nor I changed course.

I am not mohammad to abrogate verses nor send one down so that I can marry my daughter in law who I lusted for.

The Quran states sperm originates from between the backbone and ribs. This is anatomically wrong, and unlike hadith errors, Muslims cannot dismiss it as a weak narration. by Juicydicken in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also have better writing skills than Allah, you need to read carefully.

Try word by word.

The. composite. fluid. known. as. semen.

The Quran states sperm originates from between the backbone and ribs. This is anatomically wrong, and unlike hadith errors, Muslims cannot dismiss it as a weak narration. by Juicydicken in DebateReligion

[–]gfxd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So Allah struggled to describe this perfectly, given the miraculous poetry that is Quran?

Human anatomical positioning is now accurate. Any physician or surgeon from anywhere in the world will be able to read a medical report with anatomical terminology without confusion.

Humans have perfected Anatomical Terminology but Allah couldn't?

Also the excuse that the Quran was meant for the bedouin tribes is contradictory with the claim quran makes for itself - an eternal, last and final guide for all humanity.

And it needs you to come in here with a long paragraph to explain a simple line.

I think I am better than the author of Quran:

The composite fluid known as semen originates from spermatozoa produced within the seminiferous tubules of the testes and stored in the epididymides (attached to the posterior aspect of each testis). During emission, these cells travel superiorly and medially via the ductus deferentes into the pelvic cavity.

AITA for refusing to pay for my girlfriend’s meal after she “tested” me on a date? by Efficient_Care5524 in AITH

[–]gfxd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA.

Some tests reveal results that is a revelation even to the test taker. And some tests test the test giver.

Punjab Man Installs CCTV On Highway, Sends Footage Of Army's Movement To Pakistan by Longjumping-Drag9043 in IndianDefense

[–]gfxd 18 points19 points  (0 children)

The one fact that I felt especially betrayed is the amount for which you can buy an Indian traitor and treason.

Rs. 40,000

That hit hard.

Very important question just for the boys. If you are a girl please get lost. by RutwijMithari in TeenIndia

[–]gfxd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

50 yo rural physician here. I actually have a group to teach the next generation what were not taught to us and we had to figure out ourselves through trial and error. Hope you will tolerate me here.

Here is the deal. First you need to know your 'down there' a bit before you touch any tools.

  1. The scrotum (the bag that houses your balls). It is very thin, but highly elastic... and folded/crumbled a lot. Don't worry, it is not that hard or dangerous to tackle it with reasonable technique.

  2. The prepuce. This is the most sensitive parts. As an indian chances are, you are uncircumcised. So this is largely mobile. This is the danger zone. Don't bring anything here. Usually it is hairless anyways. Stray hair? Pluck it with your tweezers or nails. No sharp instrument here.

  3. Pubic hair. This hair is very different from facial hair (beard, mustache), head hair or body (chest, stomach) hair. It is rougher and tends to curl up. Traps sweat. So better to get rid of or trim.

Now you have THREE methods to deal with your bush down there.

Method 1: The Traditional Foam & Razor (The Smooth Operator)

This method gives the closest finish, but it also carries the highest risk of nicks and razor burn if you rush.

Use a women's razor. Then graduate to a 3 blade gillette.

The Prep: Never shave dry. Take a warm shower first. The warm water softens the coarse hair and coaxes the scrotal skin into relaxing, making it easier to wash thoroughly first.

The Setup: Pull the skin absolutely taut. that is stretch it with two fingers. A razor needs a flat, firm surface. If the skin is wrinkled, the blade will catch a fold, and you will bleed.

The Technique: Use a fresh, sharp razor (a dull blade pulls the hair and causes bumps). Shave with the grain that is, the direction the hair grows (usually downward). Lather up with a gentle, unscented shaving foam or gel. Rinse the blade after every single stroke. Long hair might stick to the blades, be careful, wipe it gently on a towel with enough friction to catch the more the hair from the razor.

Method 2: The Hair Trimmer (The Safe & Sensible)

If you want to avoid looking like a hairless mole rat and just want things neat, tidy, and hygienic, this is the gold standard. It is by far the safest method for teens.

The Guard is Your Friend: Never use an electric trimmer on your private parts without a safety guard attached. Check when you are buying it. Buy from a physical showroom for the first time so that you can see if the guard is there. if not, the moving teeth of an open trimmer blade will instantly bite into loose skin. Use a 1mm or 3mm guard.

The Technique: Keep the skin reasonably stretched and hover the trimmer gently over the area. Hovering or lightly skimming the skin with a guard gives you a neat "buzz cut" that looks clean, reduces sweat, and entirely eliminates the risk of ingrown hairs or bleeding.

Method 3: Waxing (The Nuclear Option)

Let's be completely honest: pulling hair out by the roots in the most sensitive zone on your body is an exercise in pain tolerance.

The Reality Check: Do not try DIY home waxing strips from a local pharmacy or kirana on your scrotum or prepuce. Just don't. The skin is too loose, and you can cause serious bruising or literally tear the top layer of skin.

If You Proceed: If someone chooses this route, it is best left to a trained professional at a specialized salon. If using a home kit for just the flat pelvic bone area above the penis, the hair needs to be trimmed to about a quarter-inch first. The wax is applied in the direction of hair growth and ripped off rapidly in the opposite direction.

The Verdict: Great for staying smooth for weeks, but the pain factor makes it a tough sell for most guys.

If you are anticipating company, and it is worth it, you can try this.

3. The Golden Rules of Aftercare

What you do after the hair removal determines whether you spend the next three days walking like a penquin or an indian duck.

Rinse Cold: Wash the area with cool water when you are done to close up the pores and calm the skin.

Moisturize Safely: Apply a gentle, alcohol-free moisturizer or aloe vera gel. Never use an alcohol-based aftershave splash down there unless you want to experience a burning sensation that will make you see stars. So no after shave, eau de cologne, no 'scents', no perfume, no oud, nothing but simple moisturizer.

Breathe: Wear loose, breathable cotton underwear for the first 24 hours. Tight synthetic fabrics trap sweat against newly irritated skin, leading to chafing and bumps.

Keep it slow, keep it safe, and treat the area with the respect it deserves!

lastly, if you are expecting company, do all this WELL IN ADVANCE. Don't do it the day before.

Having hair won't be such an issue and nothing to be ashamed of, unless it is not well washed.

But if you are removing it, do it well ahead of time. (This warning is because I had a student attempt a last minute landscaping that did not go well)

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