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theredfury
·3 yıl önce·discuss
Love those watches. These days you’ll hear people refer to an object as an heirloom, like an heirloom couch, which is typically an expensive object that has potential to be an actual heirloom. By definition, for an object to be an heirloom it has to be passed down through generations, but I like the use of it to refer to an object’s quality, which correlates to its potential to be passed down. Only then, when you talk about potential heirloom status does value enter the conversation. And I think that’s just because well-made things are typically expensive, especially these days. So value is only relevant given the correlation with quality. Nonetheless, I’d love to purchase an heirloom watch that one day becomes an heirloom.
theredfury
·3 yıl önce·discuss
I do believe a hypothesis to be different than a belief. A belief performs a different function than a hypothesis.

A hypothesis can be defined as a “proposition made as a basis for reasoning, without any assumption of its truth” (Oxford Languages definition). Typically a function you perform to unearth a truth.

A belief on the other hand holds some position on the spectrum of truth. To believe is to make an assertion about truth. A hypothesis is somewhat of a precursor to that.

But hey, regardless of our stance on the definitions of these words, I heavily jive with the idea that we should improve our beliefs over time and I have mad respect for Aristotle.
theredfury
·3 yıl önce·discuss
I believe this is known as ethical subjectivism and it’s not entirely uncommon. What you’re expressing is ethical objectivism. Both are fine and common viewpoints, but I’m not sure it’s accurate to express either with complete and utter certainty. Hopefully someone with more depth in the matter can correct me or add color.
theredfury
·4 yıl önce·discuss
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theredfury
·4 yıl önce·discuss
A lot of people have mentioned therapy. Definitely second that. One area that I haven’t seen emphasized enough is exercise (maybe I haven’t read enough of the comments). Exercise has helped me so much with regards to depression and anxiety. And don’t pay attention to 1-hour high intensity classes or any other aggressive workout programs, just start small. 5-10 minutes a day and work up. I promise, it might be uncomfortable if you don’t already exercise in some capacity, but getting in shape physically will help make you feel better mentally.

Lastly, I don’t have great sources to link, but I’ve heard numerous people talk about their 40s being fantastic. I hope yours are too, at some point.