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Is It *Actually Fun* To Want This Much?

Total Rec • 6889 implied HN points • 20 Apr 24
🪞 Fashion & Beauty Desire
  1. Questioning the enjoyment of constantly wanting things, like the thrill of it may not always be worth it.
  2. Recognizing the difference between genuine needs and mere wants is essential to finding balance and contentment.
  3. Being mindful of how desire affects us, understanding when it brings agitation or peace, helps in deciding what truly matters.

The Bit In The Middle

Investment Talk • 864 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
📖 Philosophy Desire
  1. We all seek purpose and happiness to feel fulfilled and have direction in life.
  2. Our desires are heavily influenced by imitation from others, leading to a cycle of reinforcing desires.
  3. Achieving material desires can lead to a never-ending cycle of wanting more, but it's important to appreciate the present and not lose sight of what truly matters.

Slowly then all at once

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 07 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture Desire
  1. Wanting things can feel really intense, like needing air or water. It can be both exciting and overwhelming at the same time.
  2. Life is full of contradictions. You can want freedom but also desire a relationship, or crave fame yet value privacy.
  3. Change can happen gradually, then all at once. You might feel like you're becoming a new person, but still hold on to pieces of who you were.

"All Day I Dream About Sex"

Many Such Cases • 519 implied HN points • 23 Feb 23
🎭️ Culture Desire
  1. Nu-metal, especially bands like Korn, shows the many sides of masculinity. Their music mixes vulnerability with macho attitudes, allowing men to express complex feelings.
  2. Songs like Korn's 'Daddy' tackle serious issues like childhood trauma. They provide a way for artists to revisit their pain and help listeners process their own emotions.
  3. Critics often misunderstand nu-metal, labeling it as negative or harmful. Instead, it's important to find value in how it discusses and explores masculinity and desire.
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11. The Magic of Mimesis and Memes

Insight Axis • 59 implied HN points • 09 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Desire
  1. Replicating memes requires creativity and the ability to extract the core idea from transmitted words or behaviors.
  2. Errors in meme replication are not purely mistakes but can include parts of the source person being transmitted along with the meme.
  3. Compelling memes shape desires and drive imitation, creating a connection between memetics and mimesis.

#072 ✰ The object is the message

Objet • 58 implied HN points • 01 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Desire
  1. Objet explores the intersection of consumerism, myth, and joy.
  2. Sublime possessions like Marine's guitar have soul and meaning.
  3. Invest in long-lasting objects and geek out on materials for maximum satisfaction.

The Altar of Ambition

The Scenic Route • 39 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23
📖 Philosophy Desire
  1. Ambition can either consume you or lead you to mediocrity.
  2. It's important to examine what truly drives your ambitions.
  3. Healthy ambition is fueled by joy, love, and a sense of playfulness.

Desire and Cinema

To Asra • 39 implied HN points • 11 May 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Desire
  1. Buñuel's final four films explore human desire, repression, and societal civility through surrealistic storytelling.
  2. Jacques Lacan's theories on desire and pleasure are intertwined with Buñuel's filmography, creating a deep exploration of human experience.
  3. The gender dynamics and complexities of desire depicted in Buñuel's films echo the themes discussed by Lacan, showing the universal struggle with desire and relationships.

Mixing Memory and Desire

Passing Time • 234 implied HN points • 29 Jun 23
📚 Literature Desire
  1. The concept of mixing memory and desire has a deep impact on our lives
  2. The balance between rage and tranquility is essential for achieving goals
  3. Memory and desire are intertwined, shaping our past and future

A bear is confused about desire

Philosophy bear • 92 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Desire
  1. Existence involves desire and dissatisfaction, driving us to act and change things.
  2. While seeking equilibrium is important, it's crucial to differentiate between beneficial dissatisfaction that leads to growth and harmful sorrow caused by unmet needs.
  3. Striving for a balance where we can embrace life's joys and sorrows without clinging too tightly, seeking a state of desirelessness without losing the essence of existence.

Book Review: “Wanting” by Luke Burgeis 4/5

Poczwardowski Notes • 0 implied HN points • 05 Nov 22
📖 Philosophy Desire
  1. Controlling our perception is crucial for happiness. The book delves into the origin of desires and offers strategies to prioritize significant desires over trivial ones.
  2. The book provides insights into human nature, leadership, and psychology. It goes beyond just mimicking desires to explore deeper aspects of desire and fulfillment.
  3. The author's authentic storytelling makes the book engaging and informative. It reveals intriguing facts about cognition and offers a fresh perspective on desires.