I’ve come to the realization that so often when I’m just sitting around in between meals I really want to eat. However, we don’t need as much food as we think-but we do need more water than we often think. I’ve started replacing snacking with drinking a lot of water and most of the time that satisfies my hunger. Does this work for you too? … Continue reading You’re not hungry, you’re just thirsty
One of the most complicated moral questions out there… Watch the video below to hear my thoughts: Continue reading Ethics of White Lies
a. Routine is conducive to an optimal life-but it can get stale… Watch my arguments in the video below: Continue reading Spontaneity vs. Routine
For those of us in the 3D graphics world, the release of Epic Games’ Metahumans has been super exciting for a lot of reasons. The software indicates a future in which creating realistic humans for game engines is going to continually get easier and easier. Video games are going to be more realistic. Visual effects in movies and television are going to continue to improve. … Continue reading Unreal Metahumans
America is the Mecca of the religion I call Western Capitalist Hedonism. In this religion, consumption and enjoyment are the ultimate good. From the moment we are born we are taught that the “good life” comes from maximizing the amount of pleasure and enjoyment that we can attain. This is in opposition to eastern spiritualty or really any form of spirituality where generally, deriving joy … Continue reading Western Capitalist Hedonism and Addiction
Something some people find strange about me is how much I love receiving criticism. As someone who is constantly trying to improve himself, candid criticism provides me with greater self-awareness that can result in actionable changes. My lack of pride and my open mind helps me excise the painful element of the criticism I receive and solely see it as a helpful tip to consider. … Continue reading The Gift of Candid Criticism
I, along with most existentialists, would argue that existence is completely chaotic because of the inevitable presence of uncertainty. So, what are we as humans to do about the inherent chaos of existence? I argue that there are two primary approaches to this chaos. The first is to embrace the chaos and the second is to fight it. So, what do I mean by embracing … Continue reading The Inherent Chaos of Human Existence
I recently read that humans have an innate need for playfulness. Working all the time is unsustainable because without time spent playing, or engaging in enjoyable behavior with no ulterior motive, humans cannot function effectively. As someone who spends an inordinate amount of time working, I can attest to the eventual demise of one’s will to work. Eventually, you need time to not be exerting … Continue reading Human Need for Play
People often ask me how I rate movies. To be honest, it’s one of the less formulaic and more arbitrary things that I do. But I think a big determinant of my experience with a film is the strength of its cathartic effect. The concept of catharsis derives from Aristotle’s Poetics and it refers to emotional purification or purgation that takes place as a result … Continue reading Catharsis
Now that I’m at the age where my personal finances are my own responsibility, I have begun inquiring into how I can optimize this area of my life. I’m no expert in this realm; however, I am blessed to know people who are. Conversation with POG: Avoid liquid assets unless you need cash. Holding onto cash is how you lose money because of inflation. If … Continue reading Personal Finance
