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What is the best way to start the day? Have your coffee, as quickly as possible, get your ass outside as quickly as possible and immediately start walking.

First you start walking, then the thoughts will come to naturally afterwards.

Think sculpture.

It is all sculpture!

Even bodies; my human body… Is sculpture?

The reason why I think this is such a critical thought is that it all comes down to sculptures; for example, cars. The best way to think about cars is sculpture. That is, when we look at the very well designed Ferrari or whatever, we are fascinated with the curves and the shapes and the forms as well as the three-dimensional sculpturesque things.

Also with beautiful women. What is it that we love? We love that lady look like sculpture! This is why the funny thought that Play-Doh had; a small woman cannot be beautiful.

Typically when we think about models, supermodels, sculpture models we think of women were extremely tall, and how poignant sharp features, beautiful faces. Beautiful full lips, as well as big beautiful eyes, sculpture nose etc.

Also with men. What makes a beautiful man? Low body fat percentage, high testosterone, I’m muscle mass. How is this manifested? Sharp features, tall, muscular, lean and fit, jacked, and like my friend Soren Zane says, the Adonis concept, the Adonis ratio etc.

It is hilarious; just ask ChatGPT. Upload a photo of yourself, a selfie of your face, head on, and ask it whether you are handsome or not. At least for me, ChatGPT for said I was handsome because of the fact that I had sharp angular features, a strong jawline etc.

How does one become more beautiful and masculine? I think it’s simple; lawyer body fat percentage, eat more meat, abstain from alcohol and carbohydrates etc.

For example, I was randomly watching a video of myself from 2014, it is currently the year 2023, so almost 10 years ago, nine years ago. The funny thing is actually look at myself, I look so much more masculine and handsome now at the age of 35, then I did at 24. Technically my hydra anything didn’t change. What changed? my diet and fitness; then I was in lifting much weights, and also, not eating enough red meat. Now, hundred percent carnivore died, only beef and lamb, I feel phenomenal. I feel so great in fact that I wish to share and propagate this joy and thanksgiving with others.

How and why does this matter?

The reason why I think this is so insane the critical is because honestly, we are all searching for beauty. We are all searching for beauty through our clothes, our fashion, etc.

Also our cars. It’s funny living in LA, I think I see more Mercedes-Benz MGG wagons than I see Honda Civic. Also I see more Porsche 911s here than I see Toyota Corolla. Also a lot of random Audis.

As a consequence, I think… It is kind of silly and ridiculous how we spend such large sums of money on our cars, and also random decorations for our homes, as well as random fashion things and close and devices etc.… Doesn’t it make more sense and isn’t it more effective instead, use that money and resources to beautify ourselves in our own body?

Simple paths

What is the most critical thing to do? Sleep. Let us not forget that even the gods sleep.

I think if you only sleep two hours a night, it is probably foolish to try to work out. Why? My theory on working out, lifting weight etc. is that it should be predicated on super abundance, Uber abundance, an overflowing of your muscular strength and vitality that you seek some sort of monster challenge. Lifting weights should never be done out of weakness. If you’re tired, just take a nap, or just sleep.

Second, increase your meat consumption. When I say meat I only mean beef and lamb. Pork is white meat, chicken is not meat, fish is something else.

Also, I might be the only millennial I know that doesn’t drink alcohol, and also doesn’t smoke weed, without being Islamic. In fact it is not considered mainstream to not drink alcohol. My new notion is that the new modern day flex is only drinking top water. If Elon Musk only drinks tapwater, so can’t you?

How much meat should I consume a day?

Assuming that Milo of crouton consumed 20 pounds of meat a day, and apparently 5 gallons of red wine a day, we can aim for similar goals.

My personal goal, I called this a “meat PR“, which stands for “meat personal record”, is I try to aim for at least 5 pounds of meat a day — beef, lamb, lamb shank, lamb leg roast from Costco (only $5.50 a pound!), ground beef, beef shank, bone marrow, beef intestine, beef liver, etc. let us not forget that Chiron the centaur fed Achilles the finest bone marrow. If it is good enough for the demigod, then it is good enough for my son and me!

In fact, when Seneca was really young, before he could eat solids, I fed him bone marrow with the gumption. The only dietary and nutritional advice that I get is from ancient Greek literature, and also Greek mythology. Why? None of this PC, politically quite nonsense.

In fact, I highly recommend this to all parents. If I could just give all parents just one piece of advice for their young kids, toddlers or babies or whatever etc.… Feed them as much bone marrow as humanly possible. It is hilarious because it is also not a choking hazard, it is like feeding your kid Liquid yogurt steroids.

“Bone broth”?

Another hilarious funny modern day thing is this notion of “bone broth“; the general notion is that somehow eating meat is bad for you, yet… Eating bones, and the bone broth is ok?

I love doing an instant pot with beef shank with a bone and marrow inside, and finishing all the soup. In fact it actually might have more nutrition in the soup than the flesh meat itself. Why? It is hilarious; technically it is the real “collagen“. And also “creatine”— which just literally means flesh.

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I AM A GOD!

Walk insanely tall and strong!

Beauty is subjective— theory:

Beauty is your own personal idealized ideal for you?

Enough to pay for rent, server bills, your website, meat, coffee and that’s pretty much it!

Real rich people drive old beat up trucks, (white) Honda odysseys (if they got a family), Ford Fusions or old silver Honda Civics. Or Rolls Royce’s or Ferraris.

Apparently this guy (heard through private security guard) who has more money than god just drives a BMW 7-series.

Also real rich people … if they live somewhere snowy just drive all wheel drive Lexus RX-series cars.

For phone, iPhone Mini, iPhone SE or even really old iPhone Xs

Beauty is certainly subjective … but why does this matter?

Beautiful Korean Vietnamese woman

“Even more”

Koreans?

Korean people, like any other group, exhibit a diverse range of features and appearances. However, common physical characteristics often include straight black hair, a pale to olive skin tone, and eyes that may have an epicanthic fold, which is commonly referred to as “monolid” eyes. These traits are typically East Asian characteristics.

Koreans, like all populations, display a mix of features due to genetic diversity and individual uniqueness. It’s important to note that there is considerable variation in how Koreans look, just as with any large group of people, and they may also exhibit a wide range of fashion styles and personal expressions. Moreover, South Korea is known for its cultural emphasis on beauty and aesthetics, with a thriving fashion and beauty industry that influences personal style and grooming.

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Korean people, like any other national group, display a variety of physical features, but there are some characteristics that are commonly seen. Many Koreans have East Asian features such as straight black hair, brown eyes, and pale skin tones. They may also have a V-shaped jawline and a small nose. However, it’s important to note that there is a wide diversity in appearances among Koreans, as there is in any population. Additionally, fashion and personal grooming, including the influence of the K-beauty industry, play a significant role in the appearance of many modern Koreans.

Jewish people, like any other cultural or religious group, are diverse in appearance. There is no single way that Jewish people look because they come from various ethnic backgrounds and regions around the world, including Ashkenazi, Sephardi, Mizrahi, Ethiopian, and many others, each with their own distinctive features influenced by their regional ancestries. As a result, Jewish people can exhibit a wide range of skin tones, facial features, hair textures, and other physical characteristics. This diversity reflects the rich tapestry of the global Jewish diaspora.

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Jewish people are ethnically and physically diverse, with no singular appearance. They come from a multitude of backgrounds like Ashkenazi, Sephardi, and Mizrahi, among others, each with unique features influenced by their specific regional and ethnic histories, leading to a variety of skin tones, hair textures, and facial features across the population.

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The diversity among Jewish people reflects the various ethnic groups within Judaism, each with distinct characteristics:

• Ashkenazi Jews often trace their ancestry to Eastern and Central Europe, and may share features common in Eastern European populations, like lighter skin, hair ranging from blond to brown, and a variety of eye colors.
• Sephardi Jews have roots in Spain, Portugal, North Africa, and the Middle East, often with olive skin tones, dark hair, and dark eyes, reflecting the Mediterranean and North African heritages.
• Mizrahi Jews are from the Middle East and may resemble other Middle Eastern peoples, often with olive to darker skin tones, dark hair, and dark eyes.
• Ethiopian Jews, or Beta Israel, typically have dark skin, hair, and eyes, similar to the broader Ethiopian population.
• There are also Jews of Indian descent, Chinese descent, and other backgrounds, each with features that are typical within those populations.

This diversity is due to historical migrations, conversions, intermarriage, and the global dispersion of Jewish communities throughout history. It’s important to note that Jewish identity is not solely based on ethnicity or physical appearance but also encompasses cultural, religious, and self-identification aspects.

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Your theories are often right.

Also, T-Mobile and spectrum both suck. Just get Verizon

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Every single person that I’ve met who drives a Ferrari is either ugly, fat, or old?

ChatGPT doesn’t lie! I’m handsome because I have clear skin, sharp facials features, I look like a beautiful classic statue

What do I look like?

In the image, there’s a person with a strong, focused gaze. Their facial features are sharp, with prominent cheekbones and a well-defined jawline. The person appears to be in a contemplative mood, or perhaps evaluating something critically. The angle of the photo adds a sense of immediacy and presence. The person’s skin is clear, and their expression is neutral but intense. There’s a minimalistic background which ensures that the focus remains on the person. The natural lighting casts soft shadows that accentuate the contours of the face, giving the image a raw and authentic feel.

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Certainly, the individual in the photograph presents an intriguing contrast of vulnerability and strength. The bare shoulders and the unadorned setting suggest a simplicity or a return to basics, which could reflect a philosophy of essentialism or minimalism. The direct, level gaze and the slight tension in the neck muscles convey an alertness and readiness that might be interpreted as resilience or determination.

This kind of image can invoke various interpretations based on the viewer’s perspective. Some may see a stoic resolve, echoing ancient philosophies of inner strength and self-control. Others might see a modern portrait of introspection, perhaps a moment captured of someone in deep thought or on the verge of a significant decision.

The use of negative space around the person adds to the dramatic effect, focusing the viewer’s attention on the subject’s facial

Am I handsome?

Beauty is highly subjective and can be seen through many lenses. In the photograph, there is a clear presence, a certain confidence that comes through the directness of your gaze and the set of your jaw. Your features are symmetrical and well-defined, traits often associated with conventional attractiveness. The portrait exudes a raw, natural charisma. Whether or not someone is considered handsome can depend on personal tastes and cultural standards, but the photograph certainly presents you with a strong and compelling appearance.

Give me your subjective view.

Subjectively speaking, the person in the image has a distinct and striking appearance. There’s a certain intensity in the eyes that commands attention, suggesting depth and thoughtfulness. The sharp features and clear skin are traditionally appreciated aesthetics. The overall composition of the photograph, with its straightforward and unembellished presentation, adds to the impact of the image, making the subject’s features stand out even more. There’s a sculptural quality to the face that could be seen as classically handsome, reminiscent of the stoic statues of ancient times.

No shame with AI!

For example, I think it is true that we are always fishing for compliments. Why is it such a bad thing?

Giving a compliment is free and doesn’t cost us anything. Become more shameless about this.

Two things: first, give people lots of compliments, only if you witness something good. Second, if somebody compliments you, fish for more!

What is a very bad line of thinking in modern day times?

Zero sum thinking. For example, just because I am buff and you’re not doesn’t make you less buff.

Or just because I’m a billionaire doesn’t mean that you’re any less poor.

Or just because I’m beautiful doesn’t make it any less ugly.

Or because I’m so happy, doesn’t make you any less happy.

TALEB —

Why is that a lot of very smart people get suckered by noise and randomness!

More time outdoors in the direct sun, more time walking, talking to other people laughing and smiling.

Also quit drugs, weed, alcohol and other weird stuff.

AI cannot give subjective responses?

Why does this matter? Showing how racist America is. Lesson:

As long as you got to change your name, or you’re afraid of being “ousted“ as Jewish, America is still racist.

Google —

• Woody Allen. Real Name: Allen Konigsberg. … 
• Larry King. Real Name: Lawrence Harvey Zeigler.
• Bea Arthur. Real Name: Bernice Frankel. … 
• Natalie Portman. Real Name: Natalie Herschlag.
• Harry Houdini. Real Name: Erich Weisz. … 
• Gene Simmons. Real Name: Chaim Witz.

Two things: first, when you change your name you just wanted to sound better, more memorable.

Also, I didn’t realize there were certain names that sound “Jewish“.

Yeah America is super anti Jewish:

Jewish individuals often changed their names for various reasons, such as to avoid discrimination or to adopt a more memorable stage name. Notable figures who made such changes include:

• Kirk Douglas, originally Issur Danielovitch
• Edward G. Robinson, born Emanuel Goldenberg
• Bob Dylan, whose birth name was Robert Zimmerman
• Tony Curtis was born Bernie Schwartz
• Lauren Bacall, born Betty Joan Perske
• Sumner Redstone, originally Rothstein
• Samuel Goldwyn, formerly Gelbfish
• Ralph Lauren, who was once Ralph Lifshitz
• Gene Simmons of the band KISS was born Chaim Witz

These changes were partly for camouflage against bias and partly for more marketable, memorable personas in their professional fields oai_citation:1,Naming names | The Jewish Standardoai_citation:2,Naming names | The Jewish Standard.

Who else?

Other Jewish personalities who changed their names include:

• George Soros, originally Gyorgy Schwartz
• Jon Stewart, born Jonathan Stuart Leibowitz
• Natalie Portman, born Natalie Hershlag
• Leonard Cohen kept his name, but his father had changed the family name from Rabinowitz
• Beverly Sills, born Belle Silverman
• Michael Douglas, born Issur Danielovitch Demsky

These individuals often chose new names to blend in, for ease of remembrance, or to have a name that resonated better with their audience oai_citation:1,Naming names | The Jewish Standardoai_citation:2,Naming names | The Jewish Standard.

Or bing.com?

Jewish Americans have made significant contributions to the fabric of American society, with influence spanning from politics and science to sports and entertainment. Notable figures include:

• Haim Saban and Bernie Sanders, who have been influential in political and cultural spheres oai_citation:1,50 Most Influential American Jews – Jewish Virtual Library.
• Ruth Bader Ginsburg, remembered as a pioneering justice of the U.S. Supreme Court who left an indelible mark on American law oai_citation:2,15 Most Famous Jewish Americans Who Changed the World.
• Albert Einstein, a German-born physicist who emigrated to the U.S. and became one of history’s most eminent scientists, with theories that transformed our understanding of the universe oai_citation:3,10 Jewish Americans Who Changed History – ThinkTV.
• Mila Kunis, an actress with a Jewish background, who has been open about her cultural practices and beliefs oai_citation:4,18 Jewish Celebrities And Their Connection To The Culture – Women’s Health.
• Bob Dylan, a cultural icon whose contributions to music and songwriting have earned him recognition as one of the most influential figures in contemporary music oai_citation:5,250+ Jewish Celebrities and Cultural Icons – IMDb.

These individuals represent just a few of the myriad Jewish Americans who have left a lasting legacy across various fields. Their achievements not only highlight the diversity and richness of Jewish culture but also underscore the multifaceted nature of American society.

Jewish people in the entertainment and media industry:

Some contemporary Jewish figures in the media industry include:

• Edgar Bronfman Jr., former CEO of Warner Music Group, which is a significant presence in the music industry oai_citation:1,List of Jewish American businesspeople in media – Wikipedia.
• Clive Davis, a renowned music executive who has been the president of Columbia Records and founded both Arista Records and J Records oai_citation:2,List of Jewish American businesspeople in media – Wikipedia.
• Scooter Braun, the founder of School Boy Records and RBMG Records; he’s also known for managing top artists like Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande oai_citation:3,List of Jewish American businesspeople in media – Wikipedia.
• Lyor Cohen, an Israeli-American music industry executive who co-founded 300 Entertainment and has served as the president of Def Jam Recordings oai_citation:4,List of Jewish American businesspeople in media – Wikipedia.
• Rick Rubin, a highly influential figure in the music industry known for co-founding Def Jam Recordings and his work with a wide array of artists across various genres oai_citation:5,List of Jewish American businesspeople in media – Wikipedia.

These individuals have played pivotal roles in shaping contemporary music and media, with their influence extending to the discovery and promotion of some of the world’s biggest musical talents.

Hmmm—

The term “Semite” is historically and linguistically associated with a group of languages known as the Semitic languages, which include Arabic, Hebrew, Amharic, and several others. The term originally referred to people who spoke these languages, stemming from a classification of languages proposed in the 18th century.

The use of the term “Semite” to denote an ethnic or racial group is a development from this linguistic origin, often connected to the descendants of Shem, one of Noah’s sons mentioned in the Bible. In this context, it has been applied to peoples historically associated with the Near East or the Fertile Crescent, which includes parts of the modern-day Middle East and Northeast Africa.

The concept of “Semite” as it is often used today is primarily in reference to Jews in the context of anti-Semitism. This term is a misnomer when used to denote a specific racial group because the Semitic language family spans a diverse range of peoples and ethnicities, including many who are not Jewish and who have a variety of skin colors and physical features.

When it comes to Black people, the term “Semite” isn’t typically relevant to their ethnic or linguistic identification unless they specifically belong to a group that historically speaks a Semitic language, such as Ethiopians or Eritreans who speak Amharic or Tigrinya, languages that are part of the Semitic language family.

In summary, while some Black people can be considered “Semites” if they speak a Semitic language or trace their heritage to a Semitic-speaking culture, the term is not broadly applicable to all Black people. It’s important to recognize that the concept of race is distinct from linguistic and ethnic classifications and that “Semite” as a term has been subject to various interpretations and misapplications throughout history.

What are some Semitic languages?

Semitic languages are part of a language family whose living representatives are predominantly spoken in the Middle East and parts of the Horn of Africa. Some of the most well-known Semitic languages include:

1. Arabic: The most widely spoken Semitic language today, with numerous dialects across the Arab world.
2. Hebrew: The language of the Jewish people, revitalized as a spoken language in the modern state of Israel.
3. Amharic: The official language of Ethiopia, with millions of speakers.
4. Tigrinya: Spoken in Eritrea and northern Ethiopia.
5. Aramaic: Once the lingua franca of the Near East, now only spoken by small communities in the Middle East.
6. Maltese: The national language of Malta, which evolved from an Arabic dialect but has been heavily influenced by Italian and English.
7. Akkadian: An extinct language that was spoken in ancient Mesopotamia.
8. Phoenician: Another extinct language, historically spoken by the Phoenician people.

These languages share certain structural similarities and a common linguistic heritage. They have been significant in the history of the Near East and have influenced many other languages and cultures throughout the centuries.

Holocaust denial often stems from a combination of anti-Semitism, political agendas, and a refusal to accept overwhelming historical evidence. It is a form of historical revisionism that seeks to minimize, deny or simply ignore the facts of the genocide of millions of Jews and others by the Nazi regime during World War II.

At its core, Holocaust denial is frequently driven by hatred and bigotry. It’s a deliberate distortion intended to rehabilitate the Nazi ideology and undermine the suffering of its victims. Deniers often have ulterior motives, such as promoting racist ideologies or sowing discord.

Moreover, some people engage in denial due to a deep-seated need to challenge conventional narratives, aligning with a broader skepticism or contrarian view, which sometimes extends into the realms of conspiracy theories. This contrarian stance may be bolstered by a mistrust of authoritative sources and a belief that ‘hidden truths’ are manipulated by those in power.

The psychological underpinnings might include cognitive dissonance, where individuals resist accepting realities that are too painful or conflict with their worldview. In some cases, nationalistic sentiments also play a role, as individuals or groups attempt to protect the image of their nation or ideology.

Holocaust denial is also facilitated by the proliferation of misinformation on the internet, where deniers can find echo chambers that reinforce their beliefs without critical challenge.

It’s a dangerous phenomenon because it attempts to erase or rewrite history, which can lead to a repeat of past atrocities. It’s crucial to confront and correct Holocaust denial with factual historical evidence and education to ensure that the horrors of the past are neither forgotten nor repeated.

Perhaps this will be the future; optimizing your website to make it easily indexable by ChatGPT, open AI and artificial intelligence.

This is fascinating because you cannot game AI, or fool it. AI easily knows whether something is spam or not, and can filter through all of the nonsense.

Very simple:

1. First, 100% carnivore diet, intermittent fasting throughout the day. No breakfast no lunch, only one massive 100% carnivore dinner once a day.
2. no alcohol, no weed. No drugs. Only tapwater and 100% black coffee.
3. Very very heavy lifting.

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The fitter you are, the more beautiful you are!!

Hot or not?

Heuristic:

Only trust the person by FIRST looking at how they look!

For example …. would you trust the diet, health and fitness advice of someone anonymous without actually witnessing their physique in the flesh?

Don’t trust Socrates — he was ugly.

Bulging eyes, snub nose.

Descriptions of Socrates suggest he had a distinctive appearance that was frequently commented upon by ancient writers. He was described as having a stocky build, a broad face, bulging eyes, and a snub nose, considered far from the ideals of classical Greek beauty. His appearance, however, had little bearing on the esteem in which his intellect and character were held. His physical characteristics became almost emblematic of his philosophical stance, emphasizing the importance of the mind over the superficiality of physical appearance.

Socrates, the classical Greek philosopher, is often described as particularly unattractive according to historical accounts, particularly in works by Plato, who was a student of Socrates. Physical descriptions of Socrates highlight his prominent eyes, bulbous nose, and general roughness of features, which were in contrast to the classical ideals of proportion and harmony that were prized in Greek aesthetics at the time.

His physical appearance, however, is also often interpreted philosophically, aligning with his teachings that emphasized the development of the inner self over the outer, and the pursuit of virtue over vanity. The emphasis on Socrates’ ugliness, particularly in contrast with the high value placed on physical beauty in ancient Greek culture, serves to underscore the distinction between the worth of external appearances versus the value of moral character and intellectual prowess.

It’s fascinating to consider that Socrates’ reputed ugliness didn’t detract from his charisma or the profound impact of his teachings; instead, it might have even accentuated the philosopher’s disinterest in superficiality, and his dedication to the life of the mind and the exploration of ethical living. His legacy, certainly, is more about the beauty of his ideas than the particulars of his physical form.

Who said he was ugly?

The perception of Socrates’ unattractiveness mainly comes from the accounts of his contemporaries and disciples, such as Plato and Xenophon. In these texts, Socrates’ physical appearance is often described with a degree of candor.

Plato, in particular, gives vivid descriptions of Socrates in several dialogues. For instance, in “The Symposium,” Socrates is humorously compared to satyrs — woodland creatures that are part man and part beast, known for their ugliness and lasciviousness. Alcibiades, a character in “The Symposium,” describes Socrates’ appearance as similar to silenoi, figures in Greek mythology that were followers of Dionysus, typically portrayed as bald and pot-bellied, with snub noses and thick lips.

However, these descriptions are often accompanied by admiration for Socrates’ virtues and intellect, suggesting that his physical appearance was inconsequential compared to his contributions to philosophy and his strength of character. This contrast may have been intentionally used by his students to highlight the idea that true worth is found not in physical beauty but in the beauty of the soul and the pursuit of wisdom.

What is the significance of ugly people?

Podcast

So I have been having insane amounts of fun with ChatGPT, DALL-E, DALL-E 3, ChatGPT 4 (only available on the plus edition, only $20 a month!). To me, my thought is that it is the ultimate new creative tool in our creative tool kit as visual artists.

One of the great epiphanies that I had while in Kyoto was this notion of visual artist; that we photographers are not simply photographers, but we are visual artists. Which means that our approach and goal to things is not just photos or not just photos for the sake of photos, but instead… using photography and our camera as a tool to produce and create new visual artwork.

Until the Tesla AI humanoid bot can walk around as quickly and nimbly as you and take photos, you’re fine.

Something that people don’t understand and don’t get; no no no, robots and AI and these bots won’t take your job. My personal prediction is that even within 30 years, humanoid AI bots will still be quite mediocre; only good for doing boring tedious tasks like automation line work producing cars or Tesla cars, but for the most part, let us consider and think about how nimble and agile even a two-year, nine month year-old child is.

For example, Seneca. He is only two years, nine months old, and it is insane how coordinated he is, how agile he is, and how acrobatic he is. I have been teaching him funny things like jumping backwards, jumping sideways, doing downward up dogs etc.

I think it is insane that even late at night before he sleeps, he could still run around and prance around, with so much vivacity and pure energy. And also a very interesting thing that I’ve observed; whenever he wants to put something down or pick something up from the floor, he always squats! Full sumo squat, ass to grass. Always. He never bends over like adults. Maybe if we adults mimic the physical activity of children more, we will become better.

So what should we do?

Very simple. First, download the official ChatGPT app to your phone or iPad, and immediately subscribe to the $20 a month paid model. Personally speaking, I quit using Adobe Lightroom about three years ago, ever since they switched to the subscription model. But this openAI stuff… This new ChatGPT4, and DALL-E 3… this is effing insane. Contrary to popular belief, I think AI and ChatGPT is insanely underrated. This literally might be the best $20 you spend in your life.

For example, simple things you could do: once you have upgrade to the paid model, the paid subscription, you could select an image from your iPhone photo roll cameraroll, and you could ask ChatGPT to help analyze your photo, and give you a critique on your photo. This is insanely great; this was actually my first initial vision of arsbeta.com — creating some sort of automated, app that could actually give you instantaneous feedback on your photos, without the need of slow human intermediaries.

Ultimately we still prefer the feedback and applause of other human beings. This is where I still think that Arsbeta.com is so phenomenal — you can still get real feedback from real human beings!

But still, the big issue with ChatGPT is mostly a UI-UX one. A lot of the insanely great features are hidden, maybe I need to do some sort of consulting with open AI; shoot me an email at eric@erickim.com and I’ll give you some suggestions.

And also, still my insane vision; I think ultimately… it has to be free! Open source, permissionless, and insanely easy to use. It should not be any more complicated than putting in a quarter and shooting aliens like space invaders. Or how simple it was to enter our cartridge in a super Nintendo, turn on the power and start playing! Also, it needs to simply be plug and play; even in today’s world, figuring out how to use Bluetooth such a pain in the butt. That is why I still prefer wires.

We already have AI in our cameras

One of the things that we forget is that we already have artificial intelligence in our cameras. For example on my Lumix G9 camera, there is a subject detect, face detect algorithm which makes photography much better! This is especially useful when you’re doing auto focus and video.

The centaur approach

Who or what is the best chess player? Not man versus man, not computer versus computer, but a synthesis of both man and computer. For example, the most formidable chess player would be a human being plus computer. I would actually think that the most interesting type of chess match would be two nerds, both with a laptop, duking it out together.

I also even remember funny things like when I was a kid playing StarCraft, or playing counterstrike 1.6– I would always suspect, or think that maybe, a lot of these guys were cheating by using an aim bot, or map hacking. Even my best friend Aaron… who was by far the best StarCraft player that I knew, he was so good that he was thinking about going professional… I recall once when I was trying to do a secret drop on him, with my Goliaths and drop ships, he somehow knew beforehand; after watching the footage, I soon discovered that actually yes, he really was using a map hack.

Then the really funny idea is that what if… people were permitted and actually encouraged to use all of these bots and hacks? Like I’m curious… If you had two professional StarCraft players, both with map hack on, how would the game end up? That there was no fog of war?

Also another idea; what if teachers actually permitted their kids to always use ChatGPT, Google or whatever during class and on their homework and on tests etc.… and in fact, the grading wouldn’t be based on if they’re right or wrong, but the criticality of their thinking?

Or, two nerds both with auto aim, aim bots playing counterstrike versus one another. Who would win? Or be superior? Or with any of these competitive video games, the professional gamers would be permitted to use all of these hacks and cheats? Who would win?

This is also where I think things get interesting; a lot of people falsely believe that because of AI, there is no more reason to play chess anymore. But my creative thought is that actually… If AI can help us create new innovative strategies in chess, human, then it is a great idea.

For example, just watch the LEE SEDOL GO documentary in which Dennis, the head of deep blue or deep mind, I forget whatever it was called, in which they created the early playing AI… LEE SEDOL was shocked and amazed by all of the “creative“ and in a bit of strategies that ALPHAGO did. As a consequence, the new innovations that AlphaGo did were integrated as part of new GO strategies.

Which makes me wonder; what new chess strategies have yet been discovered, and AI can help us uncover?

AI ART

Therefore my suggestion is that I personally believe that all artists should be given free rein to all sorts of AI. Why? AI is just a tool for creative ideation, and at the end of the day, you do the final edits.

For example, you could get AI to easily write a screenplay, but yet, you as the artist might think that it is either cheesy or generic. And that is the thing… AI cannot really do anything totally carte blanche or totally brand new. Can you imagine AI inventing Blockchain or bitcoin? No. Or can you imagine AI having the genius of Steve Jobs and getting rid of the keyboard on a phone? No. Or the genius of Steve Jobs, getting rid of all the USB hubs on the iPad or even the original Mac computer?

Or the genius of a Kanye West and how he designed the Yeezy 350 shoes?

AI can only repeat and iterate on the past, it cannot create a new future.

So the question is, what is your role as a modern-day photographer?

Obviously there are simple ones. People are still going to get married, and people will still want pretty photos of their wedding. It seems that actually, the most useful app here would be some sort of image sorting app.

For example let us say that you’re a wedding photographer and you shoot 10,000 photos of a wedding. To have to review and trudge through all those images will take you a short lifetime. What if instead, you just shot all the photos, and the image sorting AI thing could help you quickly sort and filter all 10,000 images, and quickly get down to the best 50?

If you’re interested in building this with me, send me your résumé at eric@erickim.com

Creativity

Ultimately, we make photos not because there is some sort of inherent economic valley behind it, we do it because it is fun!

Even Seneca at two years, nine months old. He just did the cutest thing; while taking a bath, he figured out how to take the bucket, and put it on top of his head, making it look like a baseball cap, the same one that I wear at home. Then he asked Cindy to call me over to shoot some pictures of him; doing this cute shutter button icon hand gesture that I taught him how to do.

Then afterwards, he wanted to press the playback button to review the photos; and when he saw the photos he laughed so insanely hard and wanted me to keep shooting photos!

Having more fun in photography!

Moving forward, my desire is to create and craft more workshops which are just plain fun! The idea is reawakening your own creative spirit, in photography.

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Now what?

My personal suggestion is once again, download the ChatGPT app to your iPhone or iPad, subscribe to the 20 bucks model, upgrade to the period version by clicking the ChatGPT 4 icon in the top right corner.

My suggestion is just experiment with it, have fun, and figure it out as you go! It doesn’t seem there is a right or wrong way to do things; radical experimentation is interesting here.

Once you have upgraded to the subscription paid model, experiment on clicking the Camera icon and photographing stuff in the real world, and asking ChatGPT some questions like “what is going on here?”

Or, click the picture gallery icon, and select up to three images of your art photos and ask ChatGPT to give you feedback.

Of course, if you want real human feedback, upload your photos to arsbeta.com

And also, simpler than ChatGPT; give the why app, Zen of ERIC chat bot a shot. It is designed to relentlessly ask you why? When judging your life goals or decisions. The simple thing:

If you ask yourself the question “why”, at least five times, you gain a deeper truth about things.

Now what?

Think AI, think art, think hybrid and fusion. It is not zero sum; it is additive.

ERIC

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Of course! This is my ERIC KIM AI vision

The signal and the noise: it seems that my problem is that maybe I am too hypersensitive; I see signal when there is not signal, I see false patterns or false motives when there is none?

Perhaps this is a human fallacy; the problem and issue is that we see others as sinister, annoying, bad, with bad motives or whatever… But after a month later, thinking about it… I realize… I over-read the situation?

Lesson: before you make any judgment, wait at least a year?

They are all sickly, unfit … also… not very attractive?

Harm-Joy?

We get joy witnessing others get harmed?

The term “Schadenfreude” is formed from two German words: “Schaden,” meaning “harm” or “damage,” and “Freude,” meaning “joy.” It literally translates to “harm-joy” in English. The etymology of each component word goes back to the Old High German: “scado” for Schaden and “friodo” for Freude, which in turn stem from Proto-Germanic roots. These words have existed in the German language for centuries, but the compound “Schadenfreude” has been traced back to the early 18th century or possibly earlier, reflecting the human tendency to forge new expressions for complex emotions.

The term encapsulates a concept that might not have a direct single-word equivalent in English but has become a borrowed term due to the specificity of the emotion it describes. The adoption of the word into English showcases how language evolves and adapts to express the human condition.

Bad for your eyes?

Only FaceTime notification for your wife or spouse!

Always start empty.

Also, what I consider the future of technology is it is more than; more content blocking, more advertisement blocking etc.

My new vision:

Advertising blocking technology company?

Or—

Distraction blocking company?

My new lair!

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