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What I Have Learned About Intellectuals
Nearly all of them are Elitist. They exist within ivory tower circles, — JerseyFlight
Because they are much smarter than the average population. Hence they are called "intellectuals".
Deep Songs
IQ and Behavior
How does having a higher IQ alter or modify one's behavior?

Seemingly a simple question, hmm. — Shawn
It all depends on what IQ measures. If IQ measures intelligence then it affects your decision making process and attitude, which in effect, determines your behavior.
Can Life Have Meaning Without Afterlife?
If science provided a causal explanation of your existence (consciousness and all), would you be satisfied?

What's the meaning of the universe? What's the meaning of atomic particles? People often want to know the meaning of their lives, but I think that's a very egocentric to focus on ourselves. Why not ask the same questions about the universe or other things?
Dungeons and Lounges
First things first: We need a narrator. Do we have any volunteers for a narrator?
The Lazy Argument
Determinism is a philosophical concept often confused with fate. It can be defined as the notion that all intents/actions are causally determined by the culminations of an agent's existing circumstances; simply put, everything that happens is determined by things that have already happened.[7] Determinism differs from fate in that it is never conceived as being a spiritual, religious, nor astrological notion; fate is typically thought of as being "given" or "decreed" while determinism is "caused." Influential philosophers like Robert Kane (philosopher), Thomas Nagel, Roderick Chisholm, and A.J. Ayer have written about this notion. (wiki)

@Janus @apokrisis
I am the solipsist, ask me a question if you want
How many "solipsists" does it take to change a light bulb? — Sir2u
If solipsism is true there can only be one solipsist.

One?
I am the solipsist, ask me a question if you want
Do you feel lonely?
Which empiricist made the most decisive impact
Locke, Berkely, and Hume.
What are you listening to right now?
This machine kills fascists.
NYC Thread
typical rude NYC service — Noble Dust
:ok:
NYC Thread
Women were not allowed in McSorley's until August 10, 1970
NYC Thread
Anyway, it's actually a really boring story. oh well — Noble Dust
It's actually a pretty good story, IMO.
NYC Thread
My neighborhood in a nutshell.

:yawn: :vomit: :death:
NYC Thread
Not a very socially progressive spot, btw... — Noble Dust
There's no way I am entering an unfriendly place.
NYC Thread
And who can forget the boardwalk?
NYC Thread
↪Noble Dust
Can't tell you anything about it, lol.
NYC Thread
I have been to this place a few times. Pretty much the only bar I ever entered.

Nice place.
NYC Thread
↪Noble Dust

Aww, that's a shame. It is sooooo beautiful during the fall season.
NYC Thread
↪Noble Dust
:100:
NYC Thread
Excellent for jogging and biking.
NYC Thread

I used to climb these ten times in a row. (I even did 15 times once) The memories... :halo:
NYC Thread
↪Noble Dust

Cool. Have you found this hidden corner?
NYC Thread
↪Noble Dust
You ever been to Prospect Park? ^^^
NYC Thread

I know every inch of that place. :starstruck:
Are there any philosophical arguments against self-harm?
Ok. I won't bother you again. :shade: — 180 Proof
As you wish.
Crypt payments for hosting and... moderators?
would appreciate a donation address to send some money for admins and moderators for their time and patience and willingness to participate in this awesome website. — Shawn
I'm sure you have well intentions in paying with cryptocurency, but I'm pretty confident that @jamalrob is only accepting payments in US currency. $$$ :sparkle:
The Last Word
Closed to further comments.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
↪DingoJones
yes, they are.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
Socrates insisted on questioning those who claimed to be an authority on knowledge, which led to him being convicted of “corrupting the youth” and sentenced to death.

Diogenes lived as a voluntary beggar, and modeled his actions after dogs; shamelessly masturbating and defecating in public, believing that it was a more authentic lifestyle. He is also the founder of Cynicism.

Buddhism prescribes a way of life that reduces suffering by severing your attachment to desire, called The Middle Way. Buddhists adhere to The Middle Way in their daily lives.

Hedonism is the belief that we act in one of two ways; avoiding suffering or increasing pleasure. Typically they answer the question “What is the good life” by stating that it is the life that maximizes pleasure while reducing suffering. Both courses have been taken to their extremes, resulting in Asceticism and what is typically thought of with the word Hedonism; a person who considers seeking pleasure as the highest good. — Pinprick
Very good! It seems like you have proven yourself correct.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
You arent answering the question, Im not sure why but you keep giving me Wishy washy non-sequators. Ill take the hint and leave you be. — DingoJones
I believe logic and critical thinking fall under the purview of philosophy.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
Do you think critical thinking and logic fall under the purview of philosophy? — DingoJones
Perhaps they do. I like logic and critical thinking.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
Doesn’t Socrates’ way of living refute this? Or Diogenes perhaps? What about Buddhism, or Hedonism? — Pinprick
I am not so familiar with those schools of thought. Perhaps my mind can be changed. I also try to keep an open mind.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
So thats no? They arent under the purview of philosophy? — DingoJones
Not so fast. There's a difference between being logical, and studying logic. The former is an ability: the latter, philosophy.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
You dont think critical thinking or the rules of logic are philosophy then I take it? — DingoJones
Logic and critical thinking are skills. I never found it useful to look up rules of logic when arguing with someone.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
How do you define philosophy? What is it you dislike about it? — DingoJones
Does it matter about my personal beliefs about philosophy?

Here is how I would define philosophy: I say philosophy is what philosophers do. It's the ideas and arguments that thinkers who sit around in armchairs come up.

Philosophy isn't at all practical. You can't use philosophy in your ordinary life.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
↪Maya

I mean, I rather not discuss my personal views. If you must know, I happen to dislike philosophy and prefer to take a practical approach to life.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
↪Maya

This isn't about me.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
↪Maya

I haven't decided.
The right thing to do is what makes us feel good, without breaking the law
I would say all knowledge and morals are baseless. — Maya
Moral skepticism?

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