I had a discussion on Facebook today, with someone who disagreed with socialism, yet supported clearly socialist ideas and policies, as I find so often. A reply by someone to the original Facebook post stated fascism and socialism were wrong, as well as all monopolies (as monopolies were assumed to
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The Quantum Buddha's Blog: Dan’s Estimation of the Age of the Universe
As a follow up to my post on the theory of relativity’s implications on the age of the universe and the nature of reality, I am pointing out something that has been bugging me for see time. How did quasars get 33 billions years away from us in just 13.75
Continue readingThe Quantum Buddha's Blog: Dan’s Estimation of the Age of the Universe
As a follow up to my post on the theory of relativity’s implications on the age of the universe and the nature of reality, I am pointing out something that has been bugging me for see time. How did quasars get 33 billions years away from us in just 13.75
Continue readingThe Quantum Buddha's Blog: Einstein’s Estimation of the Age of the Universe
According to Einstein, when objects approach very near the speed of light (one of the boundary conditions of the universe) the passage of time will slow, among other bizarre effects. The universally accepted theory (proven by atomic clocks) is that if you had two identical twins, and one climbed into
Continue readingThe Quantum Buddha's Blog: Einstein’s Estimation of the Age of the Universe
According to Einstein, when objects approach very near the speed of light (one of the boundary conditions of the universe) the passage of time will slow, among other bizarre effects. The universally accepted theory (proven by atomic clocks) is that if you had two identical twins, and one climbed into
Continue readingRusty Idols: Mah Nà Mah Nà
Doo dooo doodoodoo… sdnxry5z7g
Continue readingDeath By Trolley: Buddhism for Skeptics of Religion
A non-Buddhist skeptical atheist with background in psychology, scientific research, healthcare and mindfulness meditation shows how many of the central tenets and practices of Buddhism can appeal to other skeptics.
Continue readingDeath By Trolley: Kicking Addictions: Commentary on What It Takes and What Helps
Work on getting past addictions by setting effective, personally-valued goals, exercising discipline but tolerating lapses, accessing support, finding substitutions, distractions and adaptive strategies, and cultivating mindfulness and insight into emotions and thought.
Continue readingDeath By Trolley: Mental Health Risks For Political Activists
Are social/political activists at elevated risk for certain mental health conditions and social problems?
Continue readingIt is all a game
Life doesn’t give folks a break. Nor does it test you. Nor is there any such thing as good luck, fate, or destiny. On the other hand, Colette, your thoughts become things. Which pretty much means you get to rule your world. Better than winning the …
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