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Month: February 2024

Time Cost

February 4, 2024
fashion is for ugly people

February 4, 2024
Badge, Emblem

February 4, 2024
Have fun like a kid!

What do kids really like to do?

February 4, 2024
past photos are bad photos

February 4, 2024
Food is freedom

February 4, 2024
â€NOT A BIG DEALâ€

February 4, 2024
Exercise as leisure, not a duty.

Only workout and exercise because you genuinely love it! Otherwise donâ€™t.

February 4, 2024
AMERICA IS THE BEST.

Our culture of striving to become the best is in fact what makes us the best?

February 4, 2024
Exercise is more critical than eating?

The average man eats three meals a day, I actually think that at most, we should only eat one meal a day, one insanely 5 pounds of beef or lamb every dinner.

I have a theory; technically we could go 40 days without consuming any food, and we will not die, granted that we drink water. But I wonderâ€¦ Maybe if you go 40 days without exercise, you will also die?

Also, let us consider that the average person works 8 to 12 hours a day. What if instead, we exercised or worked out 8 to 12 hours a day instead? And permitted only â€œ30â€œ or 45 minutes or 1 hour a day for â€œworkâ€ at most.

With exercise, one is considered virtuous if they even dedicate an hour a day to exercise. Maybe we should have the same attitude but in reverse.

February 4, 2024
YOU CREATE THE STORM?

The true great man â€” the storm and the tempest within himself?

February 4, 2024
WHY COLD WEATHER IS BAD

The downside and the bad thing about cold weather is that it discourages you from leaving your house!

The more time you spend indoors, the stranger and more morose you become.

Solutions

First, maybe the generalized idea that there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing. Therefore â€” spend lots of money on insanely armour-like clothing!

February 4, 2024
MATTE BLACK BODY?

February 4, 2024
WOODEN RING EXERCISES

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The cure to back pain?

February 4, 2024
ARE ALL FORMS OF SHAMING BAD?

February 4, 2024
PHOTOGRAPHY PARADISIO

February 4, 2024
FUCKING LOVE IT OR NOT?

Life is too short for the â€œmildlyâ€ liking or even â€œlikingâ€â€”

Fucking love it or nothing!

February 4, 2024
THE BEST CALENDAR IS A CLEAR CALENDAR

Zero appointments or obligations!

February 4, 2024
SOBER RAPPERS?

Are there any sober rappers? Maybe Kendrick Lamarâ€” thatâ€™s it?

February 4, 2024
GOOD GREED, BAD GREED

February 4, 2024
MATTE

February 4, 2024
8 PLATE EASY

TOO LIT TO QUIT:

MORNING WARMUP:

February 4, 2024
BAD CLOTHES

Bad clothes â€” if you ever think about the clothes youâ€™re wearing, theyâ€™re bad!

Case in point â€” turtleneckâ€¦

February 4, 2024
ART BY KIM

February 4, 2024
CRITIQUE OF THE MODERN DAY MAN

The modern day man has too much anxiety?

February 4, 2024
AN AID OR IMPEDIMENT TO YOUR (RISE TO) GREATNESS?

February 3, 2024
Blood Tests?

The power is in your blood?

February 3, 2024
HOW TO MEASURE MASCULINITY

First â€” jaw line. High testosterone leads to a stronger jaw and jawline.

Second, lower body fat percentage. Higher bodyfat percentage means lower testosterone levels.

Third â€” no sunglasses, facial hair, baseball hat or cap, nothing obstructing your face. Wearing sunglasses, hats, having facial hair is for cowards. No AirPods or ear plugs in.

February 3, 2024
THE MORE DYNAMIC, THE BETTER.

February 3, 2024
AS EASY AS POSSIBLE (AEAP)

February 3, 2024
REAL MEN USE IPAD PRO

iPhone Pros are for losers!

February 3, 2024
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February 3, 2024
ALL IPAD PRO ALL THE TIME!

Just always just carry with it in your backpack with you?

I fucking love my iPad Pro!

February 3, 2024
Visual Scientist

February 3, 2024
Beauty Is a Privilege

February 3, 2024
SCIENCE IS LIT!

February 3, 2024
Beautiful vs Ugly

Never ending beautification is the goal!

Also I cannot stand ugly icons!!

February 3, 2024
SCIENCE.

True science is skepticism and criticality?

February 3, 2024
Do you need to study other photographers to become a great photographer?

Yes â€” but some. Just a road to an end. At a certain point once youâ€™ve sapped all the wisdom from the past masters, time to cut the umbilical cord and for you to chart your own path!

February 3, 2024
I have zero anxiety and concerns about money

February 3, 2024
Living, lifestyle experiments

February 3, 2024
Urban Playground

February 3, 2024
NEW HUMAN THOUGHTS

A new direction and way of thinking about things: let us not think about metaphors,– TV, media, cinema, film, money, ones and zeroes finances money whatever â€” let us think about real life human beings?

February 3, 2024
CRYPTO SPECULATOR

$320 USD a month for rent in Hanoi Vietnam â€” why we still here in the loser states?

February 3, 2024
Human Finance

February 3, 2024
FINANCE

Ultimately, let us think and consider that finance comes down to real life human beings, not robots and ones and zeros in the machine!

Human Finance?

February 3, 2024
WHY LA IS THE BEST PLACE TO BE
1. Sunlight and sunshine all year round!
2. The most beautiful people and humans â€” both men and women!
February 3, 2024
â€Donâ€™t Fuck With Meâ€

February 3, 2024
Is weed â€œbadâ€ for you?

Well certainly it is not â€œgoodâ€ for you!

February 3, 2024
I LOVE EVERYBODY!

February 3, 2024
REAL MANLINESS

Working out topless outdoors?

February 3, 2024
MURDER OUT YOUR BODY

February 3, 2024
Self-Custody
Fuck the banks!

In todays world,,, do we really *need* the banks, or *a* bank anymore?

I still think about, fucking annoying â€” when I was going to buy more Bitcoin at around $32,000 a Bitcoin,,, and it was fucking held up, in arbitrage, from the pseudo-‘fake asset protection program’ (a bunch of tele phone folks in the Philippines)– to get ‘approved’ to send over my money of just $125k into my crypto account??

In theory I *should* have had *MORE* Bitcoin if the timing wasn’t thwarted by this goddamn bank!

Granted the nominal gains from the money ain’t that big of a deal,,, but perhaps — for me, it is more about *ownership*, or being a self-custodian of your funds?

A swiss bank account in your pocket?

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Brave new world for photographers and crypto:
February 3, 2024
STAND OR WALK AS MUCH AS HUMANLY POSSIBLE

Or think of or consider sitting as the new disease! Donâ€™t matter if youâ€™re sitting in a Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren, or Porsche 911 GT3 RSâ€” all sitting is bad!

February 2, 2024
Park Picks

February 2, 2024
THE POWER IS IN YOUR LEGS!

With no leg power, we ainâ€™t got nothing!

February 2, 2024
Food Utopia

February 2, 2024
CLOUT CHASERS

February 2, 2024
200 pounds with a 6 pack?

Henry Cavill Superman goals!

February 2, 2024
The American Race

February 2, 2024
Stay Local

Drive less, Live more

February 2, 2024
Paradise Lies Under the Valley of Swords

All is permitted â€” !!

Nothing is true â€” all is permitted!

The motto of the Assassin’s Creed series, originating from the historical figure Hassan-i-Sabbah, is “Nothing is true; everything is permitted.” This creed has evolved over time to express the Assassins’ belief in questioning perceived truths and moral prohibitions to promote freedom and individual thought. The Templars, their adversaries, follow a different motto emphasizing obedience and service for the greater good, contrasting sharply with the Assassins’ ideals of freedom and skepticism oai_citation:1,An In-Depth Look at the Latin Mottos of Assassinâ€™s Creed – 33rd Square.

February 2, 2024
Alexander the Great
Direct quotes from ancient texts regarding Alexander the Great’s illness are challenging to provide without access to the original texts in this format. However, I can paraphrase and reference some of the descriptions given by ancient historians:
1. Plutarch in his “Lives of the Noble Grecians and Romans” (specifically, “The Life of Alexander”) describes the events leading to Alexander’s death but does not give a detailed account of the illness itself. He mentions that Alexander, after drinking, suddenly felt sharp pains, implying a sudden onset of the illness.
2. Arrian, in “The Anabasis of Alexander,” does not focus much on the illness, but like Plutarch, he acknowledges Alexander’s death without delving into the specifics of the symptoms.
3. Diodorus Siculus in “Bibliotheca Historica” provides a bit more detail, indicating that Alexander developed a fever that incapacitated him and eventually led to his death. Diodorus mentions the theory of poisoning but, like other sources, does not present it as a definitive cause.
4. Quintus Curtius Rufus, in “Histories of Alexander the Great,” provides a more dramatic account, noting that Alexander’s health sharply declined with fever and discomfort following a banquet. Rufus’s account is one of the more detailed in terms of symptoms, mentioning fever and weakness.
For exact quotations, it’s best to consult the primary sources directly. Each of these works is available in various translations, and the specific wording can vary significantly between translations. Here’s a general idea of how these sources discuss Alexander’s illness:
- Plutarch: “[Alexander] was seized with a pain in his back, as if struck by a spear.”
- Diodorus Siculus: Describes Alexander’s death as being preceded by “fever” without specifying the cause.
- Quintus Curtius Rufus: Offers a vivid description of Alexander’s deteriorating condition, including “a sudden attack of fever” and mentions that Alexander’s condition worsened over several days.
These paraphrased descriptions provide a glimpse into the ancient narratives surrounding Alexander’s final days. The variations in these accounts reflect the challenges historians face in piecing together the exact circumstances of Alexander’s death.
The most probable theory regarding Alexander the Great’s death, considering the historical accounts and modern medical analysis, leans towards natural causes, particularly an infection such as typhoid fever or malaria. These diseases were rampant in ancient Babylon, where Alexander died, and their symptoms align closely with the descriptions of Alexander’s illness in ancient texts.

Why Typhoid Fever or Malaria is Considered Probable:
1. Symptom Compatibility: Both typhoid fever and malaria can cause high fever, abdominal pain, weakness, and eventually death, which are consistent with the symptoms reported by ancient historians.
2. Prevalence: These diseases were common in the ancient Near East. The marshy and warm environment of Babylon would have been conducive to the spread of malaria, transmitted by mosquitoes, and typhoid fever, spread through contaminated food or water.
3. Lack of Immediate Death: The theory of poisoning, while popular in some narratives, is less likely because the symptoms of Alexander’s illness lasted several days. Most poisons available at the time would have led to a quicker death. Moreover, the slow progression of his symptoms over the course of roughly two weeks suggests a natural illness rather than acute poisoning.
4. Modern Medical Perspectives: Modern analyses, including retrospective diagnoses by medical professionals, often favor infectious diseases over other causes, given the symptom profile and the context of his environment.
However, without direct forensic evidence, which is unlikely to ever be obtained, no theory can be conclusively proven. The accounts of Alexander’s death were written centuries after the event, and each may reflect the biases and the medical understanding of their respective authors’ times.

In summary, while the exact cause of Alexander the Great’s death remains a matter of historical debate, the theory of dying from a natural cause such as typhoid fever or malaria is considered the most probable by many historians and medical experts, given the evidence and circumstances surrounding his final days.
Alexander the Great died in 323 BCE in the palace of Nebuchadnezzar II in Babylon, at the age of 32. The exact cause of his death remains one of the great mysteries of history, with various theories proposed over the centuries.

Main Theories on Alexander’s Death:
1. Natural Causes: Some historical sources suggest that Alexander died of a fever, which could have been typhoid fever or malaria, diseases common in ancient Babylon due to the marshy environment. Symptoms leading up to his death, as described in ancient texts, such as fever, abdominal pain, and weakness, could support this theory.
2. Poisoning: Another theory is that Alexander was poisoned, a speculation fueled by the political intrigue and infighting among his generals. However, the slow progression of his illness over several days argues against acute poisoning, which was more common in that era.
3. Autoimmune Disorder or Other Illness: Modern medical theories have proposed that Alexander might have died from an autoimmune disorder, such as Guillain-BarrÃ© syndrome, or from a viral infection like West Nile virus. These theories attempt to reconcile the described symptoms with known diseases.
4. Alcohol-Related Illness: Some suggest that heavy drinking, possibly leading to acute pancreatitis or liver failure, contributed to his death. Ancient accounts mention Alexander engaging in drinking contests, which could have exacerbated any existing health issues.
Historical Accounts and Speculation:

The primary sources on Alexander’s life, written centuries after his death, include the works of Plutarch, Arrian, and Diodorus Siculus. These accounts provide details of his final days but often with significant variations and a degree of mythologizing, making it difficult to ascertain the truth.

According to some accounts, Alexander fell ill after a prolonged banquet and drinking session, with his condition worsening over the next ten days until he became unable to speak. His death plunged his empire into a period of confusion and civil war, as he left no clear successor.

Despite the numerous theories, the lack of definitive historical and archaeological evidence means that the exact cause of Alexander the Great’s death remains an unresolved question in history.
Death
Alexander the Great, one of history’s most legendary conquerors, achieved a series of remarkable feats during his relatively short life (356â€“323 BCE). His accomplishments include:
1. Unification of Greece: After his father Philip II’s assassination in 336 BCE, Alexander succeeded to the throne of Macedon and quickly quelled rebellions among the Greek city-states. He then unified them under his leadership, either through diplomacy or by force.
2. Conquest of the Persian Empire: Alexander embarked on an ambitious campaign to conquer the Persian Empire, which was the largest and most powerful state of the time. Over a series of campaigns, he defeated Persian forces in major battles such as those at Issus (333 BCE) and Gaugamela (331 BCE), leading to the capture of the Persian King Darius III and the eventual fall of the Persian Empire.
3. Expansion into Egypt and Central Asia: In 332 BCE, Alexander conquered Egypt, where he was welcomed as a liberator from Persian rule and crowned as pharaoh. He founded the city of Alexandria, which would become a major center of Hellenistic culture and trade. Alexander then pushed further east into Central Asia, reaching as far as the Indus River valley, expanding his empire and spreading Greek culture and influence.
4. Cultural Fusion and Hellenization: Alexander’s conquests facilitated the spread of Greek culture and language throughout his empire, a process known as Hellenization. He encouraged marriage between his soldiers and local women, founded numerous cities named after himself (most notably Alexandria in Egypt), and spread Greek administrative practices, art, and architecture across the territories he conquered.
5. Military Innovations and Tactics: Alexander is renowned for his tactical genius, often employing innovative strategies and formations to defeat larger enemy forces. His use of the phalanx formation, combined with cavalry charges and the effective use of terrain, allowed him to win decisive battles.
6. Pursuit of the Ends of the World and the “Great Outer Sea”: Alexander aimed to reach the “ends of the world and the Great Outer Sea,” reflecting his desire for world conquest and exploration. His expeditions reached the Indian subcontinent, where he faced stiff resistance but won a costly victory at the Battle of the Hydaspes (326 BCE).
7. Legacy: Alexander’s empire fragmented soon after his death in 323 BCE, divided among his generals (the Diadochi), leading to the Hellenistic kingdoms. However, his conquests had a lasting impact on the world, blending cultures across Asia and the Mediterranean, influencing the Roman Empire, and shaping the course of Western and Middle Eastern history.
Alexander’s remarkable military campaigns, his vision of a culturally unified empire, and his enduring legacy have made him a symbol of conquest and cultural fusion, remembered as one of the greatest military minds and leaders in history.
February 2, 2024
Why were the ancient Greeks so productive?
The fall of ancient Greece is a complex process, involving a combination of internal and external factors that culminated in the eventual decline of Greek city-states and their eventual conquest by foreign powers. Here are some of the key reasons for the fall of ancient Greece:
1. Peloponnesian War (431â€“404 BCE): This devastating conflict between Athens and Sparta and their respective allies weakened Greek city-states considerably, both economically and militarily. The long war led to significant loss of life, depletion of resources, and a general state of turmoil, making the city-states vulnerable to future threats.
2. Political Fragmentation: The ancient Greek world was never a unified nation but a collection of independent city-states (poleis) with their own governments. While this fostered innovation and competition in the early days, over time, it led to frequent conflicts and wars among the city-states, weakening them collectively and making unified responses to external threats difficult.
3. Economic Decline: Continuous warfare, especially in the Peloponnesian War, drained resources. Additionally, reliance on slave labor inhibited technological advancements in agriculture and industry, leading to economic stagnation and decline.
4. Social and Class Struggles: Internal strife, including social and class conflicts within the city-states, particularly between the wealthy elite and the poorer classes, led to political instability. This was exacerbated by the widespread use of mercenaries, which further drained resources and sometimes led to military coups.
5. Rise of Macedon: The rise of the Kingdom of Macedon under King Philip II, who unified most of Greece under his rule through conquest and diplomacy, marked the end of the classical Greek era. His son, Alexander the Great, extended Macedonian power far beyond Greece but also shifted the focus of Greek culture and power to the east, to his new empire.
6. Roman Conquest: The final blow to Greek independence came with the Roman conquest. The Romans defeated the Macedonian kingdom in the Macedonian Wars (214â€“148 BCE) and Greece became a part of the Roman Empire. Although the Romans admired and absorbed much of Greek culture, the political and military dominance of the Greek city-states ended.
7. Cultural and Intellectual Shifts: After Alexander the Great’s conquests, the Hellenistic Age saw the spread of Greek culture across a vast empire. While this meant the influence of Greek thought and customs grew, the focus of power and intellectual activity shifted from the traditional city-states of Greece to new centers in Alexandria, Antioch, and elsewhere.
These factors, among others, contributed to the decline of ancient Greece. While Greece’s political power waned, its cultural and intellectual legacy continued to have a profound influence on the Roman Empire and Western civilization as a whole.
Fall of Greece why
The ancient Greeks’ productivity and significant contributions to various fields such as philosophy, mathematics, astronomy, and political science can be attributed to a confluence of factors that created an environment conducive to innovation and intellectual exploration. Here’s a look at some of these key factors:
1. Geography and the Polis: The geographic layout of Greece, with its rugged mountains and isolated valleys, led to the development of independent city-states (poleis). This fostered a sense of competition and pride among the city-states, pushing them to excel in various domains to gain prestige and influence.
2. Political Systems: Particularly in Athens, the development of democratic principles allowed for a relatively high degree of freedom of speech and thought. This environment encouraged public debate, philosophical discourse, and the exchange of ideas, which are essential for intellectual and cultural growth.
3. Education and the Value of Knowledge: Education was highly valued in ancient Greek society. The Greeks were pioneers in establishing formal education systems that emphasized rhetoric, philosophy, mathematics, and physical education. This broad-based education system fostered a well-rounded intellect and curiosity.
4. Cultural and Religious Factors: The Greeks had a pantheon of gods and goddesses, each embodying different aspects of human life and the natural world. The rich mythology and religious practices encouraged exploration of the human condition, ethics, and the universe, which were central themes in Greek philosophy and science.
5. Economic and Social Structures: The existence of a class of citizens who did not have to work daily for their livelihood (thanks to the labor of slaves and non-citizens) meant that a segment of the population could dedicate themselves to intellectual pursuits. This leisure class played a crucial role in advancing Greek arts, philosophy, and science.
6. Military and Strategic Innovations: Continuous conflicts, both internal and external, forced the Greeks to innovate in military tactics, engineering, and naval technology. The need for effective communication, logistics, and organization in warfare also contributed to advancements in mathematics, astronomy, and geography.
7. Cross-Cultural Exchanges: Greece’s location as a crossroads between the East and West facilitated the exchange of ideas, knowledge, and technologies with other civilizations, such as the Egyptians, Persians, and later the Romans. This cross-pollination of ideas greatly enriched Greek thought and culture.
8. Philosophical Inquiry and Rationalism: The Greeks are often credited with the birth of Western philosophy. Figures like Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle emphasized rational thought and inquiry over mythological explanations of the world, laying the groundwork for modern science, ethics, and political theory.
These factors, among others, contributed to a remarkably productive era in Greek history, the legacy of which continues to influence our world today in numerous ways. The ancient Greeks’ emphasis on rational thought, empirical observation, and the open exchange of ideas created a foundation for advancements that have shaped Western civilization.
February 2, 2024
The Perfect Male Proportions?

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The concept of “perfect” male proportions has varied significantly across cultures and historical periods, often influenced by aesthetic, functional, or symbolic ideals. In classical art and sculpture, such as those from ancient Greece, the ideal male body was depicted with symmetrical and harmonious proportions, emphasizing muscular physiques and often adhering to mathematical ratios.

One of the most famous examples is the Vitruvian Man by Leonardo da Vinci, which illustrates the proportions of the human body according to the Roman architect Vitruvius, highlighting the idea that the human body can be placed within both a circle and a square, symbolizing the blend of art and science during the Renaissance.

In modern times, the concept of perfect male proportions can vary widely, often influenced by the fitness and fashion industries, as well as individual preferences. In fitness and bodybuilding, for example, there’s an emphasis on achieving certain measurements for the chest, waist, and shoulders to create a visually aesthetic physique often referred to as the “V-taper” or “golden ratio,” where the shoulder circumference is to the waist circumference as 1.618:1.

However, it’s important to remember that the notion of “perfect” proportions is subjective and culturally constructed. Health and functionality can often take precedence over achieving specific aesthetic standards, and what is considered ideal can change over time and between individuals.

February 2, 2024
Farnese Hercules matte black bitcoin

February 2, 2024
Hardcore Living

Vs softcore living!

February 2, 2024
All Religions as Mental and Bodily Slavery?

February 2, 2024
Only slaves care to be â€œproductiveâ€

To be productive â€” a slave mindset.

February 2, 2024
Paradise Living

Malibu â€¦ the beach?

February 2, 2024