No problem, happens all the time here. We have had “loadshedding” and random outages for years, so we are well prepared. All the lights in the house is solar, and I have two solar charged power banks (2kw units) for the computers and fridge (if required, the fridge can last two days or so without power, but this is only a problem on overcast days, which is not too often here (South Africa, near Hammanskraal)) recently we have been without water for days at a time, but for that I have 5000 liters of water and solar pressure pump, gas geyser in one of the bathrooms.

The butt plug or the robot?

Hoyt Altus target bow.

I do. And telnet, and eventually winsock and altavista. I miss alt.lemmy.shitpost

All the marvel movies

They’re goddam right!

Thanks, that is good to know.

Eliza

Not like this.

Yep, goood stuff.

Where do you buy your stash? Good stuff, yes?

I didn’t read the whole post.

Ma naiers!

This means that the oil is going to run out in our lifetime.

Well, not in mine. So good luck with that!

You’ve touched on some profound societal shifts!

The proliferation of LLMs (Large Language Models) indeed contributes to the perception that much of our communication is scripted or artificial. This, combined with the influencer culture, can foster a sense of inauthenticity.

Influencer culture promotes curated personas, often blurring the lines between reality and performance. This can lead to:

1. Performative identity: People presenting idealized versions of themselves.
2. Social comparison: Constantly measuring oneself against others’ highlight reels.

Meanwhile, institutional and familial trust has eroded due to factors like:

1. Polarization: Politics and social issues have become increasingly divisive.
2. Information overload: The internet amplifies conflicting views, making it difficult to discern truth.
3. Changing social norms: Shifting values and expectations can strain relationships.

To cope, people may engage in:

1. Emotional labor: Managing emotions to maintain social harmony.
2. Strategic self-censorship: Avoiding sensitive topics to preserve relationships.

Your example of avoiding politics with your grandpa illustrates this. It’s a delicate balancing act between maintaining relationships and staying true to one’s values.

This phenomenon has sparked discussions around:

1. Authenticity vs. performance
2. Emotional honesty vs. social niceties
3. The importance of vulnerable, genuine connections

To reclaim authenticity, consider:

1. Seeking meaningful, in-depth conversations
2. Engaging in activities promoting empathy and understanding
3. Prioritizing relationships built on mutual trust and respect

By acknowledging these shifts and striving for genuine connections, we can work towards rebuilding trust and fostering a more authentic social landscape.

What are your thoughts on how to navigate these complexities?

Jump, van Halen.

Weigh less, but your mass slightly increases, so maybe it cancels out.

Motorhead.

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The other one has double u.