Please Read and Give Feedback (my thoughts)

Discussion in 'Politics & Religion' started by rhaz123, Mar 23, 2007.

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    Sometimes I'm not sure who is wrong, me or the world. Things that
    appear to be relatively simple to me are not how they actually are
    in the world, which leads me to the question of who has their
    thinking process out of sync, the world or I? I almost want to laugh
    out loud when I begin to realize how a whole generation will be
    raised on MTV's “Next”, a show where, to say the least, reciprocal
    degrading comments are the norm at the end of every failed date.
    I almost want to laugh out loud when I begin to think about the
    amount of irrationally excessive hours that were spent watching the
    controversy of Anna Nicole's death and the tedious quest for the
    child's biological father. I almost want to laugh out loud when I
    picture an individual who can be feebleminded enough to watch
    even 15 minutes of the “I love New York” show on VH1, a series
    where men with incredible desperation and drama compete for a
    woman they would probably never even notice or think of
    approaching in real life. I'm not even explaining the absurdity of 20
    beautiful women intensely and ambitiously fighting for the affection
    of Flava Flav. Definitely every woman's idea of her knight in a
    shinning armor. I almost want to laugh out loud, if only not for the
    fact that this is a genuinely despairing matter. While I strongly
    believe that every now and then a half an hour of some celebrity
    gossip is truly an indulging activity, I experience tremendous
    difficulty understanding how people can go about pursuing aimless
    activities and fill our heads with events that should, if anything,
    be given lesser priority. I, for one, love to spend some time
    thinking about the origin of life. How did we get here? Isn't that an
    essential question that needs to be addressed by every individual
    before that person can truly pursue unique dreams here on Earth?
    We are here, so a definite truth regarding our origin exists. Yet an
    astounding number of people do not familiarize themselves with the
    fields of study which collectively produce the scientific explanation
    regarding our current existence, nor do they enlighten themselves
    with religious doctrines that offer a rich perspective on our life.
    Some people, being almost no better than the previously mentioned
    group, choose to passively acquaint themselves with one or the
    other while substantially lacking the knowledge of some portion of
    the often widely accessible information in the fields of religion,
    science and philosophy. Not many people gain a solid background
    in science pertaining to the existence of life and possess a genuine
    knowledge of a religious/philosophical perspective simultaneously.
    Most people answer the question to the origin of life, if they do at all,
    from their general observations, instilled beliefs, and intuition. Yet, not
    a great deal of people decide to actively pursue the topic head on.
    How about contemplating on the notion of free-will? In my opinion,
    every discerning, insightful individual should at some early point seriously
    contemplate the existence and nature of free-will versus the idea of
    physical determinism of the universe. This thought process and pursui
    t of knowledge will eventually allow an individual to consider various
    other factors including genetics, environment, presence of
    subconscious, etc, and their specific degree of impact, if any, on free will.
    On all of the aforementioned questions I cannot claim that upon seeking
    knowledge every individual will undoubtedly find the underlying truth.
    Yet, no matter what conclusions one comes up with, ultimately what's
    important is that after utilizing one's marvelous human mind the individual
    will be able to lean towards an idea or answer that he/she feels
    comfortable with and has derived from this contemplation. In the process
    of a pursuit for an answer to these great questions an individual can
    become closer and better acquainted with oneself as well as being better
    equipped to go through life. I believe that man is a political animal by
    nature, since man in his core existence was intended to be social and
    interact with others, being equipped with great capacity for language
    and thought. I strongly feel that it is our obligation to be involved and
    acutely aware of the precise circumstances and issues affecting our
    community and our great nation. Every single individual must be directly
    involved and actively participating at trying to elevate our society to its
    potential. In this great country of ours many are simply not sufficiently
    informed or are interested enough about various worldly and national affairs.
    Consequently, many people exhibit a lack of knowledge on the numerous
    significant issues that in one way or another have a great impact on our
    current and future generations. We tend to leave all problematic issues
    for people on top to resolute, thinking that by passing them off they will
    either be solved or cease to exist. Only about half of us make an effort to
    matter by flocking the voting polls during the important presidential race.
    I will not even bring up the statistics for other more local elections.
    Additionally, out of the half of us that do make a stop at the voting booth,
    an unbelievable proportion of us pull the lever taking into consideration a
    great deal of irrelevant factors. One should seriously step back and observe
    what it is that we as Americans evaluate when selecting individuals who are
    responsible for leading our country. Many of us vote not knowing the
    candidates strategy or precise plans on various issues. No, we vote the way
    we do because of some small public slip-ups, we vote on whose family looks
    more presentable, we vote on who can best avoid the wrath of the media
    scrutiny, we vote on who we saw in those bashing commercials, and we
    vote just because the candidate is in our party...that is, of course, if we
    even vote at all. I often wonder how someone who has literally invested
    decades into public service can, in practically one instant, put an effective
    end to their career. How is it possible for a man to effectively destroy his
    campaign by an energized yell during a mass speech as in the case of Howard Dean?
    Not to say he deserves our vote, but exactly what kind of society are we
    living in where a man can kiss his life's work and presidential hopes goodbye
    not because we as a democratic nation disagree with his views or ability to
    handle the job, but because the media, with great ridicule and humor, replayed
    the famous Dean Scream countless of times...and we thought it was funny.
    We are the target of the politicians marketed persona, and so instead of being
    inundated by meaningful, relevant data we are presented with material that
    simply either acclaims one's persona or bashes it. Sometimes it is hard for me
    to comprehend the notion of two major political parties. There are so many
    pressing issues in the world, with any average individual being able to name
    at least ten. How is it possible for one party to precisely represent my outlook
    on all ten issues. I may agree on seven with one party and on three with the
    other. The two parties must have different outlooks since if they drastically
    agreed it wouldn't make sense to have two parties. How can the candidate
    representing the party genuinely have the same opinion on all ten issues as his
    party does? Either the candidate votes against his party, which does not happen
    very frequently and causes numerous obstacles in the candidates career, or the
    candidate simply decides to vote with the party against his own internal belief.
    Only one of these options is plausible. This is precisely the case why many
    politicians, after deciding to move up the professional ladder, revert back on
    some of their previously apparent voting records and change their voting patterns
    on issues such as abortion, taxes, and healthcare. The ultimate point is that we
    as a society must not vote solely for the line that says D or R, but we must vote
    by being closely in tune with the significant issues effecting our country and by
    being soberly aware of each candidates unique approach in dealing with these
    issues. Simply put, issues should be at the front of the game, not simply the
    party or the meaningless public charades. We as a society must break the existing
    cycle by demanding for public figures to focus on what matters and provide
    us with solid blueprints for their plans and visions of the future. However, before
    politicians genuinely begin to view us as a well-informed, result driven voting
    base, we must first earn that label ourselves. It all has to start with us.
    While I myself sometimes enjoy the extensive media coverage of the grand
    and fabulous life of A list celebrities, I feel that certain issues are so pressing
    that we as a whole society must contribute to their resolution. I strongly care
    about our planet and preserving out ecosystem. It deeply troubles me when I
    read articles about thousands of now extinct species, and it is certain that their
    rate of extinction is only accelerating. Many species simply disappear before
    we can even document and identify them. I believe that life is the most important
    resource of our planet. To me the biodiversity of Earth is infinitely more important
    than any inanimate object we value such as diamonds, gold, or oil. In our universe
    there are infinite possibilities to exist in a dead state as there are almost infinite
    amount of ways in which matter can be arranged without being considered alive,
    yet only so many finite organizations of matter can be considered living. So far our
    planet is the only place in the known universe where life exists, and since we gained
    dominion over all living creatures it is our duty to protect and cherish the astonishing
    diversity and incredible assortment of all life on Earth. All of us must remember that
    once a form of life is extinct, it is intractable and gone for good. As any conscientious
    citizen, I'm also concerned about the quality of air that I breath and the quality of
    the water that I drink. Actually, I'm more concerned about the air and water that will
    be left for our children and grandchildren. It bothers me that due to the immense
    pollution in the world's oceans, there is now actually a limit on the recommended amount
    of fish that we can eat. It bothers me that, because of the deteriorating ozone layer,
    our grandchildren will not be able to carelessly and joyfully stay out in the sun as it was
    once the norm. And so I see a great majority of the world going about the routines of
    daily life, and still no changes. Wars still continue. Deterioration of the environment is
    only accelerating. Famines still persist. Discrimination, racism, and hate all seem to
    still exist and flourish in our world. And so I ask myself, is it me that has these pervasive,
    weird values and thoughts, or has the whole world gone mad? Perhaps only time will tell.
    My ultimate goal is to sensitize people to the realities of the world, to get them to ask
    the hard questions and diligently seek the answers, to make their life more meaningful
    and driven, to influence people to become more aware, conscientious, and responsible
    of the choices that we make, to encourage people to elevate our society to a higher place
    of functioning, to get people to ask themselves, as I have asked myself, how can I
    leave this world in a better state then when I arrived?
     
    rhaz123, Mar 23, 2007 IP
  2. CountryBoy

    CountryBoy Prominent Member

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    #2
    Would be better if the text was formatted properly and seperated into paragraphs.
     
    CountryBoy, Mar 23, 2007 IP
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    Arnie Well-Known Member

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    #3
    very confusing. can't even make up my mind to start reading it.
     
    Arnie, Mar 23, 2007 IP
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    rhaz123 Peon

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    you should start...and if you dont like it stop...should flow smoothly
     
    rhaz123, Mar 23, 2007 IP
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    TWalker Peon

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    #5

    While it seems to be some interesting insight into your thoughts and ideas, you need paragraphs to seperate ideas. I started reading about VH1 and agreed but thensaw what seemed to be a whole page of one long idea.


    Paragraphs serve a purpose believe me. As do sentences.You seem to use sentences which makes sense but decided paragraphs are unneessary. It should flow smoothly! from one paragraph to another. Different ideas are colliding in one long book the way you write.
     
    TWalker, Mar 23, 2007 IP
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    shahidusman Member

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    #6
    At least format it properly. I got lost after reading a few lines.
     
    shahidusman, Mar 25, 2011 IP
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    samantha pia Prominent Member

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    #7
    ask next door if you can borrow a cup of paragraph

    maybe some sugar, this post is stale
     
    samantha pia, Mar 25, 2011 IP
  8. shahidusman

    shahidusman Member

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    Is it directed to me?
    I don't see the dates while posting. If the post exists on forum then I can post on it I guess :)
     
    shahidusman, Mar 25, 2011 IP
  9. samantha pia

    samantha pia Prominent Member

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    #9
    no it was just to the op, who appears not to have signed back in since the day he joined.

    But now that you have provoked me... (big mistake BTW) lucky i promised to be nice for 7 days, i'll point out that you did post that you got lost while reading the OP, as you are reading this post you notice top left it says today? and a time? same place on the OP it says "Mar 23rd 2007 " maybe you want to wish the thread happy birthday? it is 4 years old now.

    so not seeing post dates while posting is true, just try and look while your reading the post huh?
    now you get a neg rep for bringing this crap back to life
     
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  10. shahidusman

    shahidusman Member

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    Sorry didn't mean to
     
    shahidusman, Mar 25, 2011 IP
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    cientificoloco Well-Known Member

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    Good opportunity to practice summarizing skills. Make a concise summary, about 200 wrds with the main ideas and we may read it
     
    cientificoloco, Mar 25, 2011 IP
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    Rebecca Prominent Member

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    This was actually a brilliant post. For those that need to see blank spaces between lines of words:

    I think what he's saying is, why do we become so distracted by the superficial? That we should question why we are here, and contemplate life. And, why in regards to politics, do we so often blindly vote along party lines, rather than searching for meaningful, relevant data of the candidate? That we need to read and understand the news, and ask a lot of hard questions. To be mindful and aware, and create positivity in our world...

    There is much more in that post, but that's what I got out of it at this moment. :)
     
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    ApocalypseXL Notable Member

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    You guys do realize this is a 4 year old thread . Right ?
     
    ApocalypseXL, Mar 26, 2011 IP
  14. cientificoloco

    cientificoloco Well-Known Member

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    LOL it's true
     
    cientificoloco, Mar 26, 2011 IP