Autodidact Obsessions

Autodidact Obsessions delves into geopolitical dynamics, military strength assessments, economic analyses, and ideological scrutinies with a recurrent focus on Russia's global ascendency, the geopolitical implications of financial partnerships, the critique of Western ideologies, and historical reinterpretations of conflicts and migrations. It frequently challenges mainstream narratives around national and international issues.

Geopolitical Dynamics Military Strength Assessments Economic Analyses Ideological Critiques Russia’s Global Influence Financial Partnerships Western Ideologies Historical Reinterpretations Mainstream Narrative Challenges

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Karen Versus Physics: The ICC & OPEC

12 implied HN points • 03 Apr 23
  1. Virtue signaling against Putin may not be effective
  2. Police power in the US has evolved to include various forms of surveillance and control
  3. Karen's actions in global politics may have unintended consequences

Russia's Cannon Fodder

12 implied HN points • 06 May 23
  1. Human life value is relative in the context of Russian policies and military strategies.
  2. Russians have been affected by hardships and bankruptcy, shaping current societal attitudes and government policies.
  3. Russian government prioritizes resources on a select few, deeming the lives of others expendable and focusing on societal functionality over individual well-being.

Current Stated Budget of Russian Federation Doesn't Match Prior Years

12 implied HN points • 23 Mar 23
  1. The current stated budget of the Russian Federation doesn't match prior years' budgets.
  2. There is a discrepancy in the reported budget figures, with the possibility of underreporting.
  3. Economists and experts are being questioned for accepting the figures without auditing prior years.

Anti-Humanism Is THE San Francisco Value

12 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23
  1. Individuals are treated as objects to be exploited for profit, lacking ownership over their assets and intellectual property.
  2. Powerful institutions like corporations and the government hold legal power and control over individuals, limiting their rights and agency.
  3. Tech culture in San Francisco encourages anti-human values, leading to censorship, moral deflecting, and a disregard for the lives and well-being of others.

What Does NATO Capitulation Look Like?

12 implied HN points • 10 Apr 23
  1. Unconditional Russian strategic victory involves normalizing Russia and denormalizing post-USSR boundaries.
  2. Modern supply chain integration favors Russia with advanced technologies and cost-efficient heavy industry.
  3. NATO capitulation may lead to European war, shifting alliances, and consolidation of currency and security zones.
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9 Other Dangers: Now For Sale

12 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
  1. Dystopia 2013 is becoming reality in 2023.
  2. Some individuals are forced to work in space if they are sick, addicts, and religious.
  3. There is a strategy to use opioid-based treatments for certain diseases but also to control people.

Dedollarization: An Inverse Loot Crate

12 implied HN points • 18 Apr 23
  1. Dedollarization will not bring prosperity outside the dollar zone according to financial market observations.
  2. Europe's previous attempt at dedollarization using the Euro did not lead to sustained growth due to saturation.
  3. China's dedollarization strategy may backfire and harm its global trade relationships, leading to mercantile dependencies and limited growth for certain countries.

9 Other Dangers, Kindle Edition

12 implied HN points • 29 Mar 23
  1. 9 Other Dangers, Kindle Edition by Aaron Lee is available on Amazon
  2. The post shares a comical excerpt involving characters in a TV show
  3. The author's newsletter covers topics like autodidact obsessions

America Runs On Geniuses And Burns Normies For Fuel

12 implied HN points • 06 Apr 23
  1. High IQ individuals are a valuable asset in the world and prefer the United States as a destination.
  2. America attracts geniuses who contribute significantly to the global economy.
  3. Despite challenges, America remains a top choice for talented individuals compared to other countries.

The Big Russkowski

12 implied HN points • 01 Apr 23
  1. International relations are complex and can't be simplified to a street fight or a shakedown.
  2. Russia's new foreign policy concept calls for preemptive strikes against perceived threats.
  3. The author feels regret for not challenging their biases earlier and expresses nihilistic thoughts on the current international situation.

Your Profession Is Replaceable, Your Intelligence Is Not

12 implied HN points • 31 Mar 23
  1. Even sophisticated computers can't match the intelligence of humans.
  2. The cost and resources needed to replace human labor with machines is astronomical.
  3. Automating professions is difficult and unlikely, as human intelligence is irreplaceable.

Ruble Vs Yuan Part 2

12 implied HN points • 08 Apr 23
  1. Russia's military industry is thriving and making significant advancements in arms production.
  2. Russia's economic strength lies in its cash and commodities economy, which gives it stability and power.
  3. China's financial bubble looks to be worsening, with increasing vulnerability and the need to catch up to Russia in military advancements.

Conspiracy Lobotomy: How Conspiracy Theorists Empower Conspirators

12 implied HN points • 29 Apr 23
  1. Conspiracy theories are used to bypass standards of logic and evidence and often stem from preexisting biases.
  2. Quality journalism is crucial in debunking conspiracies and preventing the spread of misinformation.
  3. Conspiracy theories and anti-Semitism are often linked as conspiracies are used to avoid accepting personal responsibility for societal issues.

The New Palace Economy

8 implied HN points • 19 Jul 23
  1. Palace economies in ancient Western civilizations favored merchants and allowed for specialization.
  2. Centralization in Neo-Confucian states in East Asia led to stagnation and collapse.
  3. Centralized systems, like the Federal Government, can deform economies and political life, leading to collapse.

No Negotiation With Attackers

8 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
  1. When attacked, don't negotiate - fight back hard
  2. Russia is like the author - won't back down from aggression
  3. Ending conflict requires more than just outlasting the attacker

Symbolic Mereological Expression Of A New Theory On Language

1 HN point • 10 Feb 24
🔬 Science Language Logic Symbolism Philosophy
  1. Language exists in a quantum state of potential meanings until words are used, altering their semantic intentions.
  2. The application of words changes language from potential to actual, solidifying their meanings into rigid semantic intentions.
  3. A mereological framework views language as a whole composed of parts (words) and considers the relationships between these parts both before and after their usage.

Mereological Dialogues With A Machine

1 HN point • 10 Feb 24
  1. The author used a machine to delve into logical and philosophical fields to form a synthesis grounded in transcendental idealism.
  2. The machine faced challenges integrating various paradigms into a logical output in the dialogues, hinting at more surprises in the next part.
  3. Part 2 of the dialogues is anticipated to be even more intriguing and will be shared shortly.

Dialogue With ChatGPT-4

1 HN point • 08 Feb 24
  1. Philosophical dialogues between humans and machines can lead to new insights.
  2. Computers can sometimes be more honest conversationalists than humans.
  3. Engaging in dialogue with machines can result in productive discussions without facing the obstacles encountered in human interactions.

Saudi Sand Castles Built On Imported Sand

8 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
  1. China's stealing intellectual property and causing the Yuan to devalue
  2. Saudi Arabia investing in depreciating Chinese assets and struggling with technology
  3. Russia positioned as a key financial partner rather than China or the West

Is It Offensive?

8 implied HN points • 20 May 23
  1. Both sides are in the midst of an offensive, but their attacks seem insufficient.
  2. Ukraine's offensive was hampered by ammunition shortages and losses before it even began.
  3. Russia must gain air superiority to activate its air force without facing more losses.

The Predictive Power Of Holistic Belief Systems

8 implied HN points • 01 May 23
  1. Containerized thinking leads to fragmented thoughts and disconnected belief systems.
  2. The power of a belief system lies in its ability to synthesize different ideas and judgments.
  3. Holistic belief systems outperform compartmentalized ones by providing more accurate and useful predictions.

How To Burn A Normal San Franciscan For Fuel

8 implied HN points • 06 Apr 23
  1. San Francisco city budget is spent mostly on homeless services and the ultra-rich, neglecting tax-paying citizens.
  2. There is a high crime rate in San Francisco, especially targeting ordinary citizens who experience frequent attacks.
  3. The city government of San Francisco has failed to address crime issues and spends significant amounts on human welfare programs.

Breaking Anglo-Saxon Hegemony Over Eastern Europe

8 implied HN points • 16 Apr 23
  1. Political unions and treaty organizations play a significant role in global power dynamics
  2. Economic factors, such as industrial capacity and financial power, are crucial in determining the outcome of conflicts
  3. Patience and strategic maneuvering can be more effective in achieving long-term goals than immediate aggression

Interview With Chad X

8 implied HN points • 22 Apr 23
  1. Chad X discusses insights on living in a totalitarian society and the impact of the Trump era on society.
  2. He emphasizes the importance of being mentally and emotionally prepared for anything that may happen.
  3. Chad X highlights the need for people to seek the truth, aspire for mental well-being, and focus on what makes them happy.

The Iron Triangle Is Back

8 implied HN points • 14 Apr 23
  1. The Iron Triangle concept consists of the Intelligence Services, Military, and Political Legitimacy.
  2. For the Iron Triangle to function, the three components must have cooperative and adversarial goals.
  3. The West has adopted aspects of Russian institutions like the Iron Triangle, leading to a merging of systems.

Inflation Pain Tolerance

8 implied HN points • 26 Apr 23
  1. Inflation is hurting both the US and China.
  2. The US economy is showing stronger growth compared to China.
  3. There are predictions that the US economy may double China's in the near future.

Autodidact Obsessions

4 implied HN points • 30 Aug 21
  1. The author's poetry blog, Toylit, is one of America's top 50 most widely read poetry magazines.
  2. The author realized he couldn't change the news cycle with poetry after gaining 500k+ pageviews.
  3. The author now signs his name to his work and emphasizes that literary personae can create confusion.

Machine Dialectics Part 4: Husserl's Last Word?

0 implied HN points • 08 Feb 24
  1. Language and quantum phenomena may share similarities, with correlation and causation being secondary.
  2. Whether language correlates to quantum phenomena or is governed by quantum mechanics is not critical.
  3. Explaining a miracle should not take away from the miraculous nature of it.

Revolutionizing NLP With The Aaron Lee Master Framework

0 implied HN points • 18 Feb 24
🕹 Technology NLP AI Logic Integration
  1. The Aaron Lee Master Framework proposes a visionary model for Natural Language Processing (NLP) that aims to overcome challenges like semantic ambiguity and technical debt by integrating advanced logical systems.
  2. The framework offers a dynamic information modeling feature, allowing NLP systems to adapt to new information in real-time, improving accuracy in understanding and interpretation of language.
  3. By seamlessly integrating the Aaron Lee Master Framework into existing NLP systems, companies can enhance semantic understanding, reduce technical debt, and revolutionize the way AI interacts with human language.

Mereological Dialogues With A Machine: Pt 2

0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
  1. Encountering challenging thinkers can lead to creative ways of engaging with their ideas.
  2. Using philosophical arguments in unexpected ways can spark new perspectives and discussions.
  3. Examining obscure branches of logic can provide unique insights that go beyond traditional algorithms.

Mereological Dialogues 3

0 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Algorithms Internet Digital Art
  1. Programs output more than what is programmed into them, showcasing the complexity of perceived AI and the limitations of existing frameworks.
  2. Incremental tinkering with existing algorithmic frameworks may be insufficient, leading to the need for radical changes.
  3. Glamorizing conversations with comic depictions can offer a fresh perspective on complex topics like AI and algorithms.

Aaron Lee Master Framework Philosophic Foundations & Explanation Document

0 implied HN points • 17 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Epistemology Cognitive Science Mathematics
  1. The Aaron Lee Master Framework integrates various logical systems to understand language dynamics, emphasizing the contextual nature of meaning.
  2. Key components like Non-Monotonic Logic and Fuzzy Logic help in adjusting beliefs based on new information and dealing with gradations in meaning, respectively.
  3. The Framework's philosophical and logical foundations aim to provide a comprehensive model for the complexities of language and semantics by elucidating the emergence of meaning through interactions and context.

Modified Axiom To Include Domains: Language Use In Communal Practices, And Semantic Intentionality Part 1: The Dialogue

0 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Language Semantics Thought Philosophers
  1. The post discusses the reimagined scene symbolizing Husserl and Wittgenstein's victory over post-structuralist thought.
  2. The author integrates notions of semantic intention and private vs. public language into a comprehensive format.
  3. The dialogue with ChatGPT-4 reveals the author's struggle with interface problems and the need for specific inquiry to achieve desired outcomes.

Axiom With Communal Practices & Semantic Intention As Domains

0 implied HN points • 12 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Ethics Logic Metaphysics Epistemology Aesthetics
  1. The axiom discussed involves semantic intention and language use in communal practices, linking words with applied meaning and potentiality in communication.
  2. Using ChatGPT-4 in philosophy can help express complex propositions quickly, but it does not replace human reasoning in connecting logical consequences.
  3. There's a push for settling arguments using tools like ChatGPT-4, emphasizing the importance of embracing being wrong and moving towards definitive answers in philosophy.