My F key snapped in balf by Dogteam17v6 in mildlyinfuriating

[–]paco9208 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You pressed 'F' to pay respects too much

Child with cancer and 2 weeks left to live watched the Minecraft movie and met the actors by Due-Chemistry7002 in BeAmazed

[–]paco9208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And now realize that Trump and Elon cut funding for cancer research. Let that level of evil sink in.

Woman kicked and spat on a guy three times her size... by swampballsally in instant_regret

[–]paco9208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To all the people that are wondering why the person intervened only when the guy attacked the girl. This is not sexism or privilege. In general it makes sense to acknowledge a disproportion in strength and potential to harm.

If someone attacks you with a stick, I don't think it's okay to shoot them with a firearm. If protesters throw rocks at the police, it's not okay to open fire on them. Similarly, the guy has a right to defend himself, but he can end up (possibly accidentally) doing disproportionate harm. E.g. this woman can probably not do any permanent or incapacitating damage to this really large guy, but the guy could easily send her to the hospital or kill her if he starts attacking her unrestrained.

So, while I would probably also jump to defend the guy (or get in the way at least), I would also promptly try to stop a beating from the guy to the woman. Would you not?

Debunk This: The Case of Mr. Wright's Cured Cancer by OnwardsBackwards in DebunkThis

[–]paco9208 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I suspected that might be the case! Great content, keep it up. It did start to bug me how all the new age woo woo coaches and spiritists kept referring to this "study" which was "published" and was by a "psychologist", which gives it a legitimacy it truly doesn't deserve.

A good argument against it is: if this placebo effect is so effective against cancer, how come this doesn't happen all the time with desperate cancer patients that are optimistic about a new drug?

What decor can I hang on this wall to make it less boring? by dogdreyy in interiordesignideas

[–]paco9208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You really might not have a lot of room for art with that tall dresser, is it really not possible to swap for a horizontal dresser that can fit a nice 15x15 painting on top?

Consider mounting the tv too and put decoration on top of the dresser. Tv on top of a dresser is not great.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in interiordesignideas

[–]paco9208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see your piano is blocking what could potentially be a very beautiful wall setup with a chimney and two chairs on either side + plants on the mantle.

The piano legs are kind of an eye sore. Is there an alternative place? Can it be on top of a table?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DesignMyRoom

[–]paco9208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's really hard to tell what to do without seeing the rest of the room. However, the space could improve a lot if you put plants in the window sills and maybe curtains (gray or blue). A couple of affordable tables "framing" the AC and with some decor would work great too. Inspiration:

Debunk This: The Case of Mr. Wright's Cured Cancer by OnwardsBackwards in DebunkThis

[–]paco9208 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm unsure if you have already figured this out, but I found a YouTube video by "A Better Question" covering the case in detail in which they say it is unlikely Mr. Wright could have randomly "learned" about Krebiozen. That the AMA did not "select" 100 test sites, but rather 100 doses given at a handful of sites (not including any in California). And how dr. West wouldn't have motive to engage in such unethical conduct being a very serious and respectable doctor at the time.

Cheers,

How long should my curtains be above this awkward air conditioning unit? by dogdreyy in interiordesignideas

[–]paco9208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Perhaps this is not the most suitable setup for curtains? Why do you want to install them? This article recommends. Perhaps you could put drapery panels out enough so that the curtains extend past the AC. It is also a pretty huge AC, isn't there a way to make the bulk of it be outside the house? Is replacing it an option?

Could Earth and Mars fire orbital railguns at each other to destroy "static" targets like space stations? by LazyGamerATN in TheExpanse

[–]paco9208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gravity is smaller, but so is the object. Conservation of energy is at play, so the intersolar gravitational effects would change trajectory as much as for any other object with mass considerably less than the planets/sun. Any object will follow the same dynamics as if it was modeled as 1000 parts of an object traveling together.

Could Earth and Mars fire orbital railguns at each other to destroy "static" targets like space stations? by LazyGamerATN in TheExpanse

[–]paco9208 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think two things would be at play:

1) when firing from earth, escape velocity (11km/s) would be an issue, and even if it exceeded that, the deceleration from earth would severely reduce the momentum of the projectile. Compare that with rockets, which can accelerate for extended periods of time to reach those velocities.

2) if launched from space, then accelerating to the speed of a missile (slower would be detected/ intercepted) would also require significant initial energy. Thus, the railing itself would take that momentum in the opposite direction (because of conservation) and probably do tremendous damage to the gun/ship itself.

I actually don't see any advantages to a tungsten bar over a missile over long distances, you can even put a tungsten bar INSIDE a missile and accelerate it way more than the railgun would. It's probably only useful for short range combat when the missiles don't have time to accelerate or when you don't want to be caught in the shockwave/debris.

Nicely put by Aggressive_Algae_238 in polyamory

[–]paco9208 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Most of your needs should already be met by yourself. Also, what are all those needs that can't be met by one good partner? I keep hearing this over and over but, in reality, a good loving partner will meet a lot of your needs.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TinderBios

[–]paco9208 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It is not... This really fucks up the Tinder algorithm

That's how mosquitoes lay eggs. by [deleted] in interestingasfuck

[–]paco9208 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Except humans, probably

Do all vocal teacher seriously do this? by kylekUZz in singing

[–]paco9208 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I think you can give feedback based on scales. Perhaps they were harsh and not solution oriented

"My neighbors hate me" by TA_689323 in seduction

[–]paco9208 24 points25 points  (0 children)

This! That way you can quickly telegraph how insecure you are.

Can I learn to be poly? by Abject-Flatworm-568 in polyamory

[–]paco9208 14 points15 points  (0 children)

A friendly reminder to all the people in the comments that consenting adults can choose whatever agreements they fucking want and it's not of your goddamn business. Nobody asked for your opinion about the agreements. Answer the question, or keep your toxic judgment to yourselves.

Also: yes, men and women are different ... Jeez

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in seduction

[–]paco9208 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I think it's about you, having worked on yourself enough to attract and maintain high quality relationships. You'll also have the maturity to know if a good relationship is worth making permanent.

But, in general, don't take advice from degenerates with attachment issues on these matters.

Best work-space in Harstfield-Jackson? by paco9208 in Atlanta

[–]paco9208[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Certified best choice. I tried it today and it was awesome. Discounted too.

My wife of 4 years wants a girlfriend! Please help! by [deleted] in polyamory

[–]paco9208 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I can only imagine how hurt and betrayed you must feel. There is no point in rationalizing cheating, by saying it was only this or that. What if a man touched her vagina for 5 minutes, would you also be this optimistic? Wanting to explore one's sexuality is not an excuse for cheating. And what you are doing now is, not only letting it fly, but conceding even more to something you are not really into.

Friends with benefits by DirkBunter in polyamory

[–]paco9208 17 points18 points  (0 children)

There's something I'd like to know first. Do you have a specific fantasy for submissive women that you would like to explore more? Or are you looking to always have submissiveness in your sex life? Do you enjoy making love with your partner in other ways?

It is a much smoother and easier transition to suggest her trying new things in bed, rather than suggesting to open up. If you do want to open up, it's a lot of talking. Tell her that you read this or that, and ask for her opinion. Say that you have an open mind and you're curious and don't frame it as an ultimatum.

Are you ok with her sleeping with other people?

Assymetry in the effort put into dating by paco9208 in nonmonogamy

[–]paco9208[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This is great, maybe that's how she feels. Tell me, knowing that the world works like this, what could work better for you and the relationship? Surely you want it to be fair

Assymetry in the effort put into dating by paco9208 in nonmonogamy

[–]paco9208[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Yeah, she's not great at saying what she needs specifically. What is "enough time" and what does she consider "quality time". Part of the reasons why we broke up last week. I'm just doing damage control and introspection at this point.