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Street photography as courage. Photography philosophy as embodied life. A living archive by ERIC KIM.
Photo Heuristics
Some simple heuristics or rules of thumb when it comes to photography:
What Is the Purpose or the Point of a University?
It seems in modern-day times, it is almost expected that we send our kids to college or university. But, for what?
LAME OR PROFOUND?
The issue with a lot of these so-called “wise“ words, or ideas or quotes is that most of them are lame. Superficial at best.
Nobody cares what you do, and also, nobody’s really paying attention to you anyways
Also hilariously enough, even if you try to draw extreme attention to yourself, people don’t really care for you, or pay attention to you anyways. For example, walking around topless in public, nobody really …
Off the market is more attractive
This is why ironically enough, after you get married, or have a kid, you’re more attractive to the opposite sex.
Your kids are insanely capable and intelligent and geniuses, dream insanely big for them too.
For example, Seneca loves cars. Rather than just saying he should become a car designer, more interesting to have him start his own car company one day.
THE PHILOSOPHY OF MOTIVATION VLOG
The Philosophy of Motivation Motivation. What is motivation, where does it come from, and also, what is the physiology behind it? Motivation means to move Motivation, motus, motor, movement. Motivation literally means movement. This …
SENECA LUCID CAR MOTORS AIR
Seneca loves the backseat of the Lucid Air!
SENECA TESLA MODEL MODEL X GOPRO MINI POV TOUR
Seneca loves Teslas; and the model X!
I FUCKING LOVE IPAD PRO!
The only Apple product which I truly love? So fast, so seamless.
385 POUNDS / 405 POUND 4 PLATE ATTEMPT FLOOR BENCH PRESS (HIGH POWER RACK PIN) FINAL EXTENSION CRAZY ARCHED BACK HYPELIFTING ERIC KIM
The new way:
7 PLATE + 10 POUNDS RACK PULL HYPELIFTING 695 POUNDS ATTEMPT ERIC KIM ZEN FOCUS MODE.
Deadlifts are for suckas! How I zen the fuck out:
LAPTOPS ARE HORRIBLE FOR ERGONOMICS.
Better to just use an iPad Pro instead, no stupid keyboard or pencil. If you actually need to do desktop computing work, maybe it is best to just get a Mac mini with an …
ON INNOVATING TECHNIQUE, FORM AND APPROACHES
Seeking at least 2-10x gains:
WHAT DO YOU DESIRE TO ACHIEVE IN LIFE BEFORE YOU DIE?
The regret minimization framework via Jeff Bezos:
695 POUND RACK PULL (7 PLATES 10 POUNDS) HYPELIFTING ERIC KIM EPIC DEMIGOD MODE ZEN ZONE
No more deadlifts:
There is still so much innovation to be had.
Also, so many new discoveries to be made, myths to be debunked, more critical knowledge to be innovated, etc. For example, crushing and upending this insanely nonsensical notion about calories. Also, more critical thinking …
The Philosophy of Motivation
Motivation. What is motivation, where does it come from, and also, what is the physiology behind it? Motivation means to move Motivation, motus, motor, movement. Motivation literally means movement. This is an interesting intervention, …
THIS ONE LIFE
What do you desire to achieve in your life, this one life, while you live this life? In other words, when you’re on your deathbed, what are things you do not want to die …
Dissatisfaction Can Be a Virtue if It Is a Positive Motivator
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Why Rack Pull?
The ultimate lift for hype: 695 POUND RACK PULL 7 45-pound plates, and a 10 on each side:
HOW TO REVIEW YOUR PHOTOS MORE EFFECTIVELY
The first thought is utilize all of your Apple devices. Use your iPad, your iPhone, and your MacBook laptop to review your photos. Just use apple photos to keep everything synced. Second, quickly just …
GIRLS LIKE STRONG GUYS.
Today at the gym, doing heavy rack pulls (6 plates, 7 plates and beyond)— she says to me, “Wow, that’s a lot of weight!†Lesson — If you want to pick up girls at …
ERIC KIM TOPLESS OUTDOORS STREET FLEX EPIC TURBO THUNDER THIGHS
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How to Become More Efficient at the Gym
Video Podcast Audio First of all, one gym session, one lift. At most, do two. A way you can pair it is doing a very heavy rack pull (7 plates, and a 10), and …
I NEED FASTER TRANSFER SPEEDS!
My critical massive annoyance with transfer speeds, uploading, etc.
385 POUND FLOOR BENCH PRESS RACK 405 POUND 4 PLATES PRESS ATTEMPT HYPELIFTING UNORTHODOX ERIC KIM
Floor bench press off the power rack!
695 POUND RACK PULL ERIC KIM PERSONAL RECORD DEADLIFT ALTERNATIVE ONE REP MAX HYPELIFTING MIXED GRIP
Even moving the weight a fraction of a centimeter is a success to me!
Why Become a Bodybuilder?
Because your body is the most precious and valuable, sacred and beautiful thing you got. Also, your body is a thing you always carry with you, anywhere and everywhere you go. You cannot bring …
ERIC KIM STREET PHOTOGRAPHY
Some of my favorite street photos:
How to Make Better Photos of Your Kids
As parents, we all want to make better photos of our kids. Some thoughts: First of all, shoot a lot. For myself, I should maybe 300 to 200 photos of Seneca a day, extra …
How to improve your posture
A thought; only do certain types of weightlifting at the gym which involves standing. Rack pull, squat hold atlas lift. Also, practice walking with Vibram five finger shoes, or barefoot. My thought of a …
GOD IN THE FLESH.
I confess, God in the flesh, turn churches into arenas. – JAY Z
How to get rich
Getting rich is super simple; just don’t waste money.
NEWS: Why You Are Important
Yes, you are important. Your thoughts, your ideas, your creative ideas, your innovations, etc. Your ideas can be a gift and a blessing to humankind. It is your duty to share these ideas, innovations …
ALWAYS DO NOT DISTURB MODE
Huge shout out to Apple and the operating system team; do not disturb mode as one of the best innovations of all time. Perhaps it is a good idea to always be in do …
How to Shoot Better Bodybuilding Flexing Photos of Yourself
My prediction is that muscle, fitness, aesthetics in regards to the human body is the future. Funny enough, recently, I’ve been getting a lot of compliments on my physique, and how “lean“ I am. …