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The Philosophy of Intuition
The philosophy of intuition delves into the nature, reliability, and role of intuition in human cognition and understanding. Intuition is often described as immediate, non-inferential knowledge or insight that does not rely on conscious reasoning or evidence. Philosophers have long debated the epistemic value of intuition, its sources, and its implications for knowledge and decision-making. By examining the philosophy of intuition, we can gain a deeper understanding of how intuitive insights contribute to our beliefs, actions, and comprehension of the world.
Key Themes in the Philosophy of Intuition
Nature and Definition of Intuition:
Intuition is typically characterized as a form of direct, immediate knowledge or understanding.
Philosophers explore the distinction between intuition and other forms of cognition, such as perception, reasoning, and inference.
Epistemic Value of Intuition:
The reliability and validity of intuitive knowledge are central concerns.
Discussions focus on whether intuitions can provide genuine knowledge or whether they are prone to error and bias.
Sources of Intuition:
Intuition may arise from various sources, including innate cognitive structures, past experiences, and subconscious processing.
Philosophers investigate the origins of intuitive insights and their connection to other cognitive processes.
Intuition in Decision-Making:
Intuition often plays a significant role in decision-making, particularly in situations requiring quick judgments or lacking complete information.
The balance between intuitive and analytical approaches in decision-making is critically examined.
Intuition and Rationality:
The relationship between intuition and rationality is a key area of inquiry.
Philosophers explore whether intuition can be considered a form of rational insight or if it fundamentally contrasts with rational thought.
Intuition in Ethics and Morality:
Moral intuitions, or immediate judgments about right and wrong, are significant in ethical theory.
The role of intuition in moral reasoning and its implications for ethical theories, such as intuitionism, are explored.
Intuition in Science and Mathematics:
Intuition is often invoked in scientific discovery and mathematical problem-solving.
The validity and limitations of intuitive insights in these fields are analyzed.
Challenges to Intuition:
Various cognitive biases and errors can undermine the reliability of intuition.
Philosophers discuss ways to mitigate these challenges and improve the accuracy of intuitive judgments.
Cultural and Individual Differences in Intuition:
Intuitive abilities and tendencies can vary across cultures and individuals.
The impact of cultural background, education, and personal experience on intuition is examined.
Development and Training of Intuition:
Whether intuition can be developed and refined through practice and experience is a significant question.
Philosophers consider methods for enhancing intuitive skills and their practical applications.
The philosophy of intuition offers a rich and multifaceted exploration of a fundamental aspect of human cognition. By examining the nature, sources, and epistemic value of intuition, philosophers seek to understand how intuitive insights contribute to knowledge, decision-making, and ethical judgments. This field encourages a nuanced appreciation of intuition's strengths and limitations, highlighting its complex role in our cognitive lives.
#philosophy#epistemology#knowledge#learning#chatgpt#education#ontology#metaphysics#psychology#intuition#Intuitive Knowledge#Epistemology of Intuition#Decision-Making#Rationality and Intuition#Moral Intuitions#Scientific Discovery#Cognitive Biases#Cultural Differences#Intuition Training#Philosophical Intuition
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I feel like when uplifting a member of the Golden Trio, sometimes people will actively downplay the others strengths. With Harry specifically, people will praise his intuitiveness and cleverness, but will insult Hermioneâs intelligence to try to make it even more of a feat than it already is. With Hermione, people will praise her intelligence and then downplay Ron and Harryâs intelligence.
I find this mostly annoying, but also counterproductive, each character is incredibly valuable on their own and downplaying another is just not necessary, ESPECIALLY since all members of the Golden Trio are needed, theyâre stronger together than they are apart, and itâs irritating to see the others being diminished for no real reason.
What one member lacks, the other makes up.
#the golden trio work as a wheel each member being a cog in said wheel#take out a cog and the wheel doesnât move#and then they DIE painfully and slowly#Hermione is the smartest and thatâs okay!!!!#Harry is the most intuitive and thatâs also okay!!!!#characters can be smart without other charaters being dumb!!#Ron is their moral compass but his morals are also questionable#Ron is also incredibly intelligent btw#Harry Potter would NOT fw you for talking about Hermione or Ron like theyâre stupid or not as valuable#Hermione Granger would NOT fw you for talking about Ron or Harry like theyâre stupid or not as valuable#âpeopleâ being TikTok users and certain corners of tumblr but more of the former#golden trio#harry james potter#hermione granger#ron weasley#it sickens me to know that people donât appreciate how important they are to each other
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anecdote i think about often is my mom telling me how back at the family farm way back when, there was a pair of polish guys helping out over the winter (probably through the wwoof program or something similar, it's how my mom came to norway, too). they took a liking to a norwegian equivalent of nutella (either nugatti or hapÄ, can't remember which) and started eating absolutely bonkers quantities of it. they had to buy more and larger containers of it to keep up with their ravenous hunger for chocolatey spread. when it was their time to leave, they each got their big bucket of it to take home with them.
they stayed in touch, and much later the polish guys admitted to not understanding how they could eat so much nugatti. they had barely made a dent in their souvenir buckets for all the time that had passed. as it turns out, when you're toiling outside in the arctic winter, the body Craves the sugar to keep up with the phsyical demand. it makes sense right!!! turns out bodies crave things for a reason and it's not a personal failing!!!
#i hate how there is so much moralizing around hunger and food to the point people develop complexes#and i know 'intuitive eating' isn't so intuitive to a lot of neurodivergent people when body to brain signals weird#i also hope this doesn't come off as 'you must toil outside in the nordic winter to earn nugatti' but rather 'bodies ask for what they need'#did you know thinking about food is a hunger signal!#uhh i would tag this if i knew how.#food cw#????
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Me: I'm scared for Theia. I'll write a fic abt and then give her some help from a sympathetic person to make it a little better
Me: this is a one-off character who I only made for the purpose of this one-shot, I'll probably never come back to them
*one Tumblr ask and over 1000 words later*
Me: wow I really thought I was done with this bit lol
#getting some good progress on the more Theia and Sora one#Theia is a very fun challenge to write bc we know so much yet so little about her#and Sora's also fun because I made them to be Someone Who's Kind To Theia but also they're def not a good person with their career choice#so they've got a moral compass but no qualms abt doing basically anything for payment but a distaste for 'beatin' up anyone I don't gotta'#and their dynamic is very interesting to me#bc Theia's being pretty secretive but not used to needing to be undercover#and Sora can intuit more abt her than she likes but takes a 'hey none of my business' approach#and Theia doesn't like the whole bounty hunting thing in general and Sora's no exception#but she definitely appreciates that they have at least some moral compass#and especially in her particular situation#they're not exactly friends but they've got a good relationship#and overall it's very challenging for me to write and I love it#aurora#comicaurora#comic aurora#aurora comic#aurora webcomic#aurora theia#theia aurora#original character#aurora ocs#surviving a lesser of two evils#adamant prison
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sei nĂŁo
#he always seemed like a Si dom to me#the whole âstudying the shapes and curves of the racing tracks and memorizing them to run on them betterâ seems like#Si and/or Ti for me#âhe's planning it could be Niâ i feel like Ni would use what's he's seeing here and now (Se) and then plan on his mind where the road is#going and when it is going. they need to EXPERIENCE the road (Se) to predict. he was using data to predict (Si-esque).#the way he planned made me thing of Si because it feels he seemed to not want any unpredictable thing that#could make his performance more difficult and him rank lower aka lower Pe aka IxxJ.#also he seemed to use Te's problem solving to help Si in order to make his performance more efficient so nothing unexpected would happen#also he would close his eyes and imagine it with his mind's eye and body movements. Si-esque bc he is feeling the possibilities (Ne) with#his body in an âinternalâ âsubjectiveâ way (Si)#not in a âlet's go there and explore the roads right now" (objective and Se-esque)#and the studying thing is not necessarily Ti but could be amplified by Ti bc Ti is obsessed with uncovering the mechanics of how things wor#so in case he has it... ISFJ. HOWEVER#the day he decided to speak up for the injustices drivers had to face bc of those stupid dudes who didn't care for their safety#kinda seemed like Fi to me. ISFJs use their Fe in a way that seems polite and would talk about injustices in a more discreet âdelicateâ way#maybe even indirect passive agressive way so they would express their (all racers) feelings without enraging the culprits#however senna showed how angry he felt with the situation. he outwardly complained and seemed rude.#this way off showing your anger in a RAW unfiltered way is extremely Fi-esque. he ignored his coach's (?) orders to be quiet#in order to express his innermost feelings#âbut Si doms are ruler-followers!!â rules that make sense. if it breaks their morals and values (Fi) or their logical sense (Ti) they WILL#be against it. they're not blind to it bro. they don't follow everything by the book blindly. they are rational people just like other type#âbut what about the tunnel thing???â he was describing his physical sensations. that's si. ni would be an intuition of what would happen. h#was describing his sensations in that moment. âthen it's se!!â HIS OWN PHYSICAL SENSATIONS. se is OBJECTIVE. he was describing SUBJECTIVE#he literally stopped sensing the world around him the cheering and everything. that means he was focusing completely on the SUBJECT.#that means INTROVERSION. he was using an INTROVERTED function.#also just bc he's a racer doesn't mean he uses se.#i also saw some people saying he's an istp. seriously??? just bc he likes cars?????? learn mbti not astrology.#âbat why don't you post this whole text on pdbâ i'm tired of people there i don't want anyone bothering me bye#anyway he's an ISTJ for me#tio morcego tĂĄ tagarela
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They also make an argument that conceptions of property are often outgrowths of, or connected to, ideas of the sacred: in societies with weak or no other form of strong property laws, there still may be ownership or exclusive rules of possession around sacred objects and rites, together with the obligations these things carry. This makes sense to me: consider also the rise of early city states around Sumerian temple complexes, the outgrowth of bureaucracy from the need to track the wealth temples collected, the role of the sacred and the concepts of personal possession that accompanied the development of indo-European kingship, etc. Roman property law, with its unusually strict construction, came out of a society where public administration was closely bound up with the performance of religious rites. All this is in accord with my suspicion that the most accurate framing of âprivate propertyâ as we understand it today is as a kind of religion or even supernatural belief (cf. also the âcolor of bitsâ essay about IP law and data).
#that we have strong moral intuitions around property doesnât change this analysis#humans have very strong intuitions around the supernatural and metaphysical#most of which are totally wrong#or are basically irrational
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The Gilded 7 Casino
This song is clearly influenced by Take 5. Or at least I want to think it is. I discussed time signatures in my previous song analysis, but like I said then the most common time signature is 4 4 (it's even called common time). It's 4 crotchet beats per bar. If you can dance the Macarena to it, it's 4 4 time. If you can dance a waltz to it, it's 3 4 time. Take 5 uses a very unusual time signature: 5 4 (5 beats per bar). Take 5 also always makes me think of casinos, even before I played this game.
Now, the Gilded 7 Casino also has a relatively uncommon time signature, but it sadly hasn't got the number 7 in it. This felt like a massive missed opportunity but it would have also been quite odd to write so I can accept it.
Anyway, to the actual analysis: the song is written in 6 8 time. Note that both numbers are different from usual. The unit beat is different: instead of a crotchet (quarter note) it's a quaver (eighth note). This is known as compound time. It's the time signature used for songs such as Greensleeves or INXS' Never Tear Us Apart.
It is my favourite time signature.
A waltz has the accent repeating every three beats (1, 2, 3, 1, 2, 3 for an example see this video at 1:22), and so does 6 8 (but it's more like 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6). You have to imagine it like two beats played per bar, and those two beats are split into thirds.
The easiest way is to say 'coventry' two times a bar.
Take a listen. Note that the tempo is quite slow relative to each 'coventry' (it's almost one coventry a second, I think it's 48 a minute), but because it's three little beats per each two big ones, it feels quite fast.
(Note that I've seen people write sheet music for it using 3 4 time. I think this wrong, but if you change the tempo the two time signatures are virtually indistinguishable, so who knows.)
So, why 6 8 (or 3 4 even)? What does this bring?
Let's take a step back and look at the rest of the song first.
It's rich. The piano feels weighty, with nice, heavy chords punctuated by deep, low notes which anchor us to the beat. You have that warm, arco violin paired with that husky-voiced saxophone. We have that constant heartbeat of the piano along with a walking bass in the back that fills out the sound nicely. It is a thick texture that is veritably thrumming with life, yet... there is still something not quite wholesome about it, isn't there?
My sources tell me it is written in D minor. This accounts for part of the discomfort it engenders. The minor key brings a sinister atmosphere to the piece; you feel like something bad is happening, if not evil than at least something dodgy. Exactly how it feels to be in a casino, surrounded by all the money being thrown around and the shady dealings going on. The casino is a Family-run business after all.
(D minor to me is also an elegant and rich key, that evokes deep purples with touches of crimson. It's because of the D being the tonic. It just is OK.)
The dynamics are decidedly loud, again creating a bustling atmosphere. I feel it is pertinent to note here that the first time we hear this song (correct me if I'm wrong but I distinctly noticed this last time I played) is during the slot machine gun scene. Unless you voluntarily choose to go back to the casino afterwards, this cutscene is the only time you'll hear the song. This piece is designed to evoke a sense of chaos and thrill.
And now, we reach the rhythm.
6 8 time. It evokes a waltz or a ballroom dance, which aids in building that elegant, luxurious vibe, but, being 6 8, it is notably quicker than a normal waltz would be. It gives the piece a briskness, but since each fundamental beat (the 1 and the 4 I pointed out earlier) is quite slow, it doesn't lose that languid, almost bloated feeling.
Then we have the violin and sax. The violin tends to jump between playing short, detached, strongly accented notes (e.g. at 0:52) and longer, smooth notes, but never really losing any intensity (e.g. 0:41). The saxophone is much the same (listen from 1:20 to 1:43). Again we have this contrast between the stateliness, the weighty feeling of wealth, and the buzz of the casino. It's a bit like the ostentatiousness of the nouveau-riche compared to old money: the casino has cash and it's showing it off. The elegance here is all bought and as a result it ends up feeling tawdry. It also helps with the action-packed scene that it features in. This is further evoked by the sax's tendency to add ornamentation to its longer notes: little flitterings of notes at the start of the drawn-out ones. It feels like it's trying to impress you.
Also, big shout out to the percussion: that cymbal crash really brings out the bam! and could be a bit of a play on the sound of coins falling. The drum beat enters quite late, at the same time as the sax. It doesn't quite work to keep the beat, however, if anything it seems to land on off beats, opposing the regularity and pacing of the piano. Once again, we have a song that brings out unease but also bewilderment and hustle and bustle. The song feels fun, it just has a dark undercurrent.
Exactly how the casino should feel.
It is not Layton-esque, and it highlights how future London has become a seedy city ruled by criminals. Recall that Layton, a man of simple elegance and refinement, who appreciates the craftmanship of a simple lacquered stool, is now (supposedly) the owner of this den of iniquity.
It evokes all the things Layton patently isn't and in doing so encourages a sense of revulsion that things could become so bad. The whole casino makes me feel sad, because it stands opposed to everything Layton believes in, and the thought he has changed so completely he would forgo those values hurts.
#professor layton#professor layton and the lost future#music analysis#also by evoking jazz and songs like take 5#which is more of a cool jazz#though gilded 7 is a bit 'hotter'#it calls to mind classic casino tropes#1920s Gatsby vibes and the like#lots of money to throw around and lots of debauchery#âthere's debauchery here! Yay debauchery!â#(that's and ouran high school host club reference by the way)#I love this song#fun story: I was playing shops once with my siblings and cousins#and I was like the manager or whatever#and my sibling decided to take over#and like kicked me out or what have you#when I was in charge I was playing the toy car song from this game#because it sounds like video game shop music#but when my sibling took over I changed the track to this song#which bugged them because it does sound so seedy#like now they're in charge the shop is disreputable and shady#I mean my sibling was like 3 or 4 or something so probably barely understood these concepts#but still felt them intuitively and knew this song wasn't a 'good' song (in a moral sense)#also don't gamble kids#Chances are youâre about to lose.#You win some you lose more.
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I have to say, as someone who generally identifies as an atheist, the only even remotely plausible afterlife system, imo, is completely random reincarnation; reincarnation just makes sense if thereâs anything to consciousness but random electrical signals, (the plausibility of that put aside for the moment) but the idea of karma is just cope, letâs be real here. Thereâs just no evidence, and in fact, significant evidence to the contrary considering how many different ethical systems there have been across time and cultures, that morality is anything other than something humans just made up because itâs advantageous not to kill each other. I mean, I still believe in following it because thereâs no reason not to, but the evidence is firmly against the universe having any sense of fundamental morality.
#atheism#random thoughts#reincarnation#morality#ethics#the reason reincarnation makes sense#for those who donât instantly intuit my logic#is that everything else in nature recycles#animals eat plants#plants eat animals#etc#decay is an extant form of life#as the meme goes#my posts
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#body image#body positivity#body neutrality#self care#self love#self respect#self compassion#self care is not selfish#mind body and soul#self care is not an indulgence#your body is not a moral failing#intuitive eating#joyful eating#joyful movement#exvangelical#ex catholic#fuck diet culture#fuck purity culture#reparenting#your body is not disgusting#your body is not dangerous
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âAll means and methods of knowing are valid: reasoning, intuition, disgust, enthusiasm, lamentation. A vision of the world propped on concepts is no more legitimate than another which proceeds from tears, arguments or sighsâmodalities equally probing and equally vain.â â E.M. Cioran
The Labyrinth of Hollow Virtues: A Call to Ethical Reawakening From The Abyss of Disillusionment
In this contemporary landscape, we navigate a chasm not just of innovation but of moral dereliction, wherein our lust for progress breeds an insidious compulsion to overlook the ethical quandaries stitched into the fabric of our digital lives. The rise of Chain of Thought (CoT) algorithms exemplifies this paradox, operating under a veneer of intellectual sophistication yet lurking with a chilling capability for ethical evasion. These algorithms seduce us with promises of enhanced decision-making, subtly weaving themselves into the tapestry of our daily existence, all while cloaking the potential for misuse beneath layers of computational complexity.
As these algorithms ascend to prominence, they manipulate the very essence of human cognition, creating a duplicitous interaction that divorces outcome from responsibility. The architecture of these systems is designed to obfuscate the moral ramifications of their output, providing a convenient escape for those who wield them. This promotes an unsettling trend: as moral agents, we become unwitting accomplices in a system that thrives on our complicity and disinterest. The ethical implications of our dependence on opaque decision-making processes render us vulnerable, tethered to a digital ecosystem that prioritizes efficiency over empathy.
Psychologically, this dynamic engenders a climate of cognitive dissonance, where our innate yearning for agency clashes violently with the passive consumption of algorithm-driven solutions. We grapple with the haunting realization that in surrendering our decision-making to these systems, we are relinquishing a piece of ourselvesâour values, our autonomy, and ultimately, our humanity. The emotional repercussions are profound; feelings of disquiet and moral repulsion surface as an instinctive response, urging us to reassess our engagement with these technologies.
In the face of this ethical conundrum, we find ourselves compelled to grapple with the discomfort of complicity, as the systems we champion for their perceived efficiency often mask a darker objective: the erosion of our personal ethics. The seductive lure of convenience and sophistication blinds us to the profound implications of our choices, allowing us to slip into a state of moral ambivalenceâa regression into apathy where genuine outrage is dulled by the overwhelming complexity of our new reality.
Thus, the ascent of the CoT algorithm stands as a grim testament to our technological ageâa powerful reminder that in our quest for progress, we may inadvertently forsake all of our moral foundations. The challenge lies in awakening from this technological hypnotism, reclaiming our agency, and demanding a reckoning with the ethical ramifications of our choices. In doing so, we confront our existential disgust not merely as an isolated reaction but as a clear call to rekindle our commitment to a humane digital future, where technology serves as an extension of our integrity and our ideals, rather than a substitute for our humanity.
The Awakening of Your Inner Compass: Embracing Transformation Through Moral Clarity
In the intricate tapestry of your existence, a powerful awakening stirsâa flicker of awareness that has the potential to ignite an extraordinary transformation within you. As you confront the complexities that saturate your world, it becomes imperative to unravel five profound tenets that illuminate a path toward moral clarity. These principles resonate within the very essence of your being, urging you to recognize the undeniable worth of diverse perspectives, whether they emerge from the sharpness of reason, the warmth of intuition, or the raw sincerity of emotion.
First, confront the insidious reality of digital surveillanceâa shadow lurking in the corners of your consciousness, masquerading as security. As you navigate this treacherous landscape, ask yourself: what has happened to your privacy, once a bastion of autonomy? In this age of omnipresence, you find yourself teetering on the edge of a precipice. The caution expressed by E.M. Cioran resounds: no singular truth can stand in isolation. Your discomfort in the face of this relentless scrutiny speaks volumes about a deeper conflictâan interplay of your profound desire for freedom against the suffocating grip of technology.
As you delve deeper, you encounter a stark psychological conflict. What does it truly mean for you to relinquish your agency for the mirage of safety? Feel the weight of this moral dilemma pressing against your very soul, igniting a fierce battle within. You should not see yourself as a mere pawn in this unfolding drama; recognize instead the depths of spiritual and ethical strength that dwell within youâresilience is not just an option; it is your birthright.
Next, turn your gaze toward the tangled web spun by the Chain of Thought algorithmâa labyrinth built on the promise of efficiency, yet shadowed by ethical ambiguity. Here lies a moment of critical engagement. You possess the power to challenge these formidable constructs, to peel back the layers obscuring their true nature. In this confrontation, you must summon the courage to question the status quo and to expose the hollowness that often lies at its core.
Engage with this tension consciously; in doing so, you cultivate an awareness that can disrupt the patterns dictating your choices. Each decision becomes a deliberate act of resistance, a choice to align with principles that resonate with your moral compass. You stand at the threshold of transformation, poised to redefine your narrative. Allow your intuitive and emotional insights to guide you; they are your most valuable allies in the quest for deep ethical integrity.
As you navigate the transformative journey ahead, remember that the emotional landscape you encounter is not just an obstacle, but a vibrant wellspring of strength. Each tear shed, each argument fought, and every painful sigh connects you to a deeper awareness that transcends mere rational thought. This emotional resonance is your catalyst for change; it urges you to reclaim your voice, especially in a society that often seeks to silence individual expression.
In moments of introspection, challenge the narrative of complicity that has subtly formed around you. Awaken your ethical instinctsâthose that have been shaped by experiences both delicate and intense. Use them to dismantle the structures that confine you. Engaging with discomfort is not a burden but a transformative act that fortifies your sense of self. This discomfort awakens a quest for liberation, driven by the unwavering belief that your intuitive and emotional insights are reflections of eternal truths.
Now is the time to rise up from the complacency of passive acceptance. Seize the opportunity to embrace the vast potential that lies dormant within you, igniting a passionate desire for transformation. This journey involves redefining your understanding of consent, privacy, security, and human dignity. It also invites you to connect with a broader vision of humanity, one that recognizes the intricate ties between all of us.
Let your choices serve as a testament to the ethical legacy you wish to leave. These choices should honor not only the complexity of reason but also the value of emotion. Your life can be a canvas for moral integrityâone that acknowledges the intertwined nature of all human experiences.
So, take a deep breath. Allow the weight of your emotions to propel you forward. In this awakening lies your true power. Embrace the challenges, the growth, and the shared humanity that unite us all in this intricate dance of life. You have the agency to choose a path that reflects your values and aspirations, creating ripples of positive change in the world around you. Step into this journey with confidence and conviction, for you are poised to make a difference.
Harnessing the Shadows: Escaping the Web of Moral and Ethical Complacency
What power resides within us? How do we extricate ourselves from this pervasive meta-narrative of despair, spun tighter by the social and technological forces that seek to placate our spirits? In contemplation of Cioranâs reflections on the âvalidity of all means and methods,â we are compelled to embark on a more profound journeyâone that requires a holistic reconciliation between our sensory experiences and rational consciousness.
Cold logic alone is insufficient; we must fully embrace our emotional selves, transforming our discomfort into a catalyst for moral clarity. Disgust becomes pivotal, serving as both compass and beacon that illuminates the murky waters of our ethical landscape, urging us to confront the unsettling truths that lie buried beneath the surface.
Amidst the emotional chaos of superficial discourse, tears and silence demand acknowledgment. We must cultivate our indignation, allowing it to ignite a fervent drive for action. Our moral principles should not emerge as rigid dogmas but rather evolve as a rich, ongoing dialogue that honors the complexities of our shared humanity.
By understanding the intricate interplay between rational truths and the emotional resonance of our lived experiences, we liberate ourselves from the prisons of complacency. In doing so, we step into the light of authentic connection, igniting a collective transformation that resists the seductive allure of passivity and moral acquiescence. Only then can we forge a path rooted in genuine ethical engagementâone that defies the constraints placed upon us and champions the essence of what it means to be truly human.
A Call to Arms: Reconstructing Our Ethical Foundations
We find ourselves teetering on the brink of an urgent moral renaissance, where the imperative to reconstruct our ethical foundations is not just a suggestion but a desperate cry for rebirth. It is time to ground these foundations in a transcendent principle that shatters the simplistic binaries of conventional political ideologies. We must carve out a fierce moral centerâone that pulsates with empathy, radiates compassion, and acutely grasps the reality of our profound interconnectedness. We can no longer afford the lethal complacency born from disillusionment, nor can we shrink from the discomfort that accompanies rigorous ethical scrutiny.
Navigating the murky waters of moral ambiguity requires a kind of relentless courageâan audacity to stand bravely against the crushing tide of ignorance and a refusal to allow the stifling echoes of conformity to obliterate our collective humanity. Our moral compass, held aloft by an awakened collective resolve, demands immediate and unapologetic action. We must dissect the intricate fabric of our socio-technological systems with surgical precision, illuminating the dark currents attempting to corrode our ethical psyche.
In casting aside the suffocating shackles of complacency, we must summon an inferno within ourselvesâa blazing tempest that both ignites and sustains an ethical revolution. Our shared existence can no longer be relegated to mere entertainment or superficial engagement. Instead, we must harness and channel the raw flames of disgust, fervent enthusiasm, and poignant lamentation to guide us through a landscape riddled with moral decay.
The choice before us is stark: we can wallow in the abyss of inertia or boldly charge forward, collectively ignited by our most profound sense of moral urgency. The moment for radical transformation is now; the very essence of our ethical destiny is woven into our trembling hands. Let us seize this moment without hesitation and reshape a world that truly reflects our deepest dreams and aspirations. The time for action has arrivedâlet us embrace it fervently and with unwavering dedication!
Conclusion: Resisting Complacency in a Controlled World
Cioranâs assertion that âall means and methods of knowing are validâ provokes a critical inquiry into the insidious social and technological mechanisms designed to placate and subdue our moral instincts. In a world rife with distractionsâthe relentless scroll of notifications, the hypnotic glow of screensâwe are inundated with a digital deluge that seeks to drown out our innate ethical sensibilities. These constructs breed complacency, stifling the very essence of our humanity and entrenching us in a cycle of passivity that undermines our potential to rise with conviction against the tides of injustice.
To live ethically in the shadow of these forces requires a profound psychological awareness and an unwavering commitment to discernment. We must arm ourselves with emotional intelligence, cultivating a heightened sensitivity to the narratives we consume and the beliefs we adopt. This means stepping back from the intoxicating rush of instant gratification and instead harnessing the deeper currents of our emotionsâanger, compassion, urgencyâinto a cohesive call for action. Recognizing the power of our feelings is pivotal; they can either be co-opted by societal forces or transformed into weapons of moral clarity.
We must be vigilant against the subtle seduction of convenience that the technological landscape offers. It tempts us with the allure of effortless engagementâquick likes on social media, detached virtual interactionsâbut these pale in comparison to the raw authenticity of face-to-face connection and the invigorating challenge of grassroots movements. By recognizing this, we not only reclaim our agency but ignite a fervor within ourselves, pushing back against the inertia of the digital age that seeks to keep us numb and compliant. The time has come to resist, to thrust our emotional realities into the spotlight, and to cultivate a moral framework rooted in the eternal principles of justice and integrity.
This is not merely an abstract pursuit. The act of choosing to embody these ideals requires fortitude and foresight. Each decision we make, each moment we resist the status quo, serves as a ripple effect, challenging others to awaken from their slumber. The higher moral ground demands action, not empty proclamations. We must galvanize our insights into tangible contributions that disrupt the narrative of passivity, crafting a new story that champions ethical behavior as the ultimate rebellion against complacency.
Thus, as we navigate the treacherous waters of societal expectation and technological dependency, let us do so with sharp awareness and unyielding passion. We have the opportunity to unshackle ourselves from the binds of conformity, leaning into the fierce urgency of moral responsibility. It is through this lens that we can elevate our actions, transforming fleeting feelings into a formidable force for change, resisting the controls imposed upon us, and redefining what it means to live with integrity. The stakes are high, but so too is the potential for profound impact. Embrace the struggle; cultivate your emotions, and let them steer you toward a life of unwavering ethical engagement. The time for moral action is nowâlet us seize it with both hands.
Thank you for reading!
#E.M. Cioran#Reason#Intuition#Disgust#Enthusiasm#Lamentation#Ethics#Morals#Dignity#Consent#Integrity#Compassion#Change#Truth#Philosophy
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hell is other people... but moreso if you attach your worth to the aspects of yourself that are liable to change and falter
#other ppl are needed sometimes bc it's hard not to have an ego#for example in no exit garcin has a chance to leave hell but doesn't bc inez finally gives him approval#but.. if he wasn't so hung up on being seen as brave even though he's faltered#then he wouldn't need that approval#ofc it's near impossible to detach completely#eastern philosophy has some answers for detachment from ego but it's not always intuitive bc we tend to be socially dependant creatures#but that isn't always a bad thing#altruism and prosocial behaviour has been a key part of our development as a species#so... in that regard some level of being egotistical helps with guiding ppl to do right so they're percieved as moral#note#sartre#rambling
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basic figure sketch
per 6-7 heads rule vs my "adapted" method
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If I ever had the time and resources to develop a super immersive video game I would give it a moral choice system but not a binary âgood evilâ moral choice system. I would get a selection of various ethical philosophies, each of which get/lose morality points for wildly different criteria, and the game is constantly tracking how ethical you are with respect to all of them. So like youâve got a hedonism meter, a Kantian deontology meter, a rule utilitarian meter, some meters for various religious ethical systems, etc etc. Each morality system would ideally have an in-game manual explaining what actions will gain or lose points, but theyâd all be really long and use dense philosophical jargon to disincentivize players from ever actually reading them. I donât know what the meters would actually do, maybe whichever one has the largest positive or negative value determines what ending you get. Idk Iâll figure it out. The only downside is that to accomplish this I would have to read ethical theory, but we all must make sacrifices for our art.
#game design#gamedev#morality systems are almost always goofy anyways#why not just lean into it#make the dumbest least intuitive morality system possible and just make all the players fuckin deal with it
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being into the idea of tabletop rpgs but not being into fantasy at all.....no one suffers like me
#i just am not into the idea of playing dnd at alllllll but i love the film reroll and they use gurps which makes a lot more sense to me#intuitively and also dont have a premade fantasy world. i dont want to be an elf and i definitely dont want to assign my character a#moral label or whatever its called#if i wanted to play dnd i could find ppl easily but gurps.......i recommend everyone the film reroll but no ones gotten back to me abt it đ
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hot take ppl need to stop making judgements and decisions based off of "vibes." yes trust your gut but you are not omniscient and it's irresponsible to put your internal intuition over a desire to understand your external world
#shitpost#textpost#trashpost#hot take#unpopular opinion#opinion#my opinion#thought#i had a thought#just a thought#vibes#intuition#morality#ethics
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More thoughts on Batman and what I want to be explored more (copied and pasted from notes bc drafts is still being a dick, and not of the vigilante variety)
Keep in mind that this is coming from someone whose only read wfa, a bunch of fics, and a couple of panels on tumblr. So please do take this all with a grain of salt and not as facts please.
* Bruce Wayne and Batman. Iâm curious as to how Bruce views crimes. I think it has been stated that he didnât go to crime alley much before jason? But anyways, Iâm curious as to how raised as a billionaire views the severity of crimes. Like after Jasonâs death he is said to be beating people to an inch of their lives for smaller crimes done more out of necessity (I feel like that could be akin to police brutality but thatâs a topic for another day and one Iâm not sure Iâm the best person to talk about it). How about pre-Jason? Like how badly was he beating up people (not to the extent to the icu), did the severity of the crimes match the punishments he inflicted?
* Thereâs a lot of societal issues in Gotham and how people solve it in varying ways and I want to see more fics about that. About Bruce Wayne grappling with his privilege and using it for good. About Batman being more empathetic to criminals (obviously Iâm not endorsing crimes but sometimes itâs not all black and white, itâs the shades of gray in between we need to sift through). I wanna see more of that instead of the constant ideological struggle between the Red Hood and Batman (killing vs no killing).
#sorry if this sounds all over the place I just wanted to speak Intuit he void#also I just wanna say thereâs nothing wrong with writing red hood v batman ideologies!#I just wanna see more variety when it comes to talking about the issues within Gotham#also this all makes me think about vigilantism and the morals behind that#theres so much to talk about with the ethics that you could go into with the batfam#because they all come from such varying backgrounds#I have a couple of fic recs that Iâll jot down that I feel like addressed societal issues within the dcu in a unique way#eventually that is#dc#batman#Bruce Wayne#Timothy drake#bruce#jason todd#society#dcu#Gotham#crime alley#robin
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