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Stealing Kisses in Metaland

Metarational • 19 implied HN points • 27 Apr 21
🎭️ Culture Relationships Society Communication Romance Logic
  1. In the hypothetical world of Metaland, kisses are considered improper due to uncertainty around the reception of flirtatious signals, reflecting the importance of clear communication in romantic interactions.
  2. The concept of impropriety is not always a clear binary distinction; in real life, levels of impropriety can vary and may even be seen as attractive if they signal boldness and confidence.
  3. Unlike in Metaland, our society avoids the issue of improper kisses by utilizing two-way communication, allowing for the establishment of common knowledge and clarity in romantic intentions.

Stoneybrook: Chapter Twenty-Four

cruiseandpaul • 0 implied HN points • 18 Aug 23
📚 Literature Fiction Mystery Drama Romance
  1. Preparations for a weekend of festivities in Stoneybrook are underway, including a welcome party, a Rotary Club event, and a Rainforest marathon.
  2. Dawn takes time to clear her mind and plans to meditate by the lighthouse, where she eavesdrops on a conversation about a suspicious activity involving heavy digging equipment.
  3. The arrival of Lewis in Stoneybrook stirs up excitement and potential romantic interests among the residents, adding an element of anticipation to the upcoming events.
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WATCH: What's Blocking Romance In Your Life?

Return to Self • 0 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Romance
  1. The first YouTube reading of the month is about identifying what is blocking romance in your life.
  2. Discounted love readings are offered for the month of February, providing guidance on love, blocks, moving forward, and affirmations.
  3. Love readings will be delivered via email with a photo of your cards and an attached voice memo containing the reading.

It could be his head wasn't screwed on just right

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 11 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Twitter Cults AI Romance Workplace dynamics
  1. Twitter is going through a tough time with outages, controversial decisions, and Elon Musk considering the fate of the platform.
  2. There is a growing interest in AI relationships from different perspectives, such as to cope with personal issues or explore different experiences.
  3. Companies are using personality tests for remote work decisions, but the effectiveness and accuracy of these tests are uncertain.

The big infodump chapter

Meaningness • 0 implied HN points • 02 Dec 23
📚 Literature Novel Narrative Meditation Romance Buddhism
  1. The post discusses the big infodump chapter of a Tantric Buddhist vampire romance novel, where characters compare notes and pieces fall into place, setting the stage for what's to come.
  2. The narrative structure of the post is the final episode of Act II, establishing the relationship with the supernatural mentor.
  3. The author's spouse's guide to a foundational Dzogchen meditation approach, 'Opening Awareness,' is newly available in a Kindle edition, focusing on meditation that leads to vivid perception, interpersonal clarity, and responsible action.

The Scarlet D Book Review

cruiseandpaul • 0 implied HN points • 14 Nov 24
📚 Literature Book Reviews Fiction Romance Character development
  1. The Scarlet D is about a woman named Scarlet who rebuilds her life after divorce, showing that it's possible to start over at any age.
  2. Scarlet joins a book club for divorced women, where she finds friendship and support while facing her past and discovering herself.
  3. The story explores unexpected love and the complexities of relationships, emphasizing that it's never too late for new beginnings.

The Scarlet D Book Review

cruiseandpaul • 0 implied HN points • 14 Nov 24
📚 Literature Book review Fiction Romance Self-discovery Character development
  1. The Scarlet D tells the story of Scarlet, a woman starting fresh after a long marriage. It's about love, self-discovery, and finding hope in new beginnings.
  2. The book highlights the importance of community through Scarlet's experience in a divorced women's book club. The friendships formed help her face her past and grow.
  3. Scarlet's romantic journey includes surprises, like meeting a younger man and an age-appropriate suitor. This shows that love can come in unexpected ways at any age.

Look Good, Feel Good

Aerial Shot • 0 implied HN points • 26 May 23
🎭️ Culture Movies Actors Characters Romance
  1. Movies can be simple and entertaining with just two attractive actors in a room.
  2. Chemistry between actors and a willingness to 'go for it' can make a movie stand out.
  3. Exploring the question of the hottest movie character can lead to fun discussions and different perspectives.