Declining Sexual Activity: Trends and Impacts on Society and Mental Health

Trends in Adult Sexual Frequency Across Demographics Numerous studies confirm that adults today are having sex less frequently than in past decades. This “sex recession” is apparent in large-scale surveys and affects various demographic groups in different ways: (The “sex recession” is a broad trend, but it’s worth noting it may have paused or shifted […]

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AI PHOTO

audio https://erickimphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/AI-PHOTO.m4a podcast AI PHOTO: the future for photography

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“Photography Is Real”: Philosophical, Artistic, Technological, and Cultural Perspectives

Photography’s relationship to reality has been a subject of debate since the medium’s inception. Is a photograph an objective reflection of the world or a subjective interpretation? The statement “Photography is real” invites us to explore what “real” means in the context of a photograph. Below, we examine this through four lenses – philosophical theories, […]

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my vision of the future photographer artist

so generally my idea is that… Honestly at the end of the day, fake is fine. ChatGPT Grok image AI, sora… All good. photography is real. AI is fake but that doesn’t make it bad. So then… I envision the future photographer artist,.. rather than showing away from AI… Actually, integrating AI into your workflow […]

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Are the Gods Perpetually Annoyed? A Cross-Cultural Exploration

Mythological Portrayals of Moody Deities Across world mythologies, gods are often depicted with very human temperaments – prone to irritation, vengeance, and volatile moods. In Greek and Roman myths, the Olympian gods frequently act like easily-offended aristocrats: Zeus (Jupiter) hurls thunderbolts in rage, and Hera (Juno) seethes with jealousy, punishing mortals who slight her honor […]

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Decline in Men’s Sexual Libido: Trends, Causes, and Solutions

Trends in Male Sexual Activity and Desire Multiple surveys in recent decades report that young men are having sex less frequently than their predecessors. In the U.S., for example, the proportion of 18–24-year-old men reporting no sexual activity in the past year rose from about 18.9% in 2000–02 to roughly 30.9% by 2016–18 .  Men […]

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Maximizing Torque: The Ultimate Guide Across Machines, Muscle, and Mind

Torque – the twisting force that causes rotation – is a powerful concept that spans engines, wheels, tools, our bodies, and even our mindset. In this comprehensive guide, we explore how to increase torque in every domain, from souping up car engines and motorcycles to boosting an e-bike’s hill-climbing grunt, building stronger bodies, and cultivating […]

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Becoming a True Man: Path of Virtue and Strength

Boldly we declare: real manhood is not given – it is earned through mastery of body, mind, and spirit. Across ages and cultures, true men have forged themselves in the crucible of adversity, shaping character and purpose. This synthesis draws on philosophers and warriors alike to light the way. Philosophical Foundations Ancient wisdom teaches that […]

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Rangefinder-on-Steroids: Eric Kim’s Concept Camera

Drawing on Eric Kim’s ethos of simplicity, spontaneity, and soul, this vision camera blends old‐school rangefinder feel with cutting-edge tech. Imagine a compact full-frame camera with a classic Leica-like body – magnesium alloy, minimal red-dot branding, and tactile dials – but supercharged inside. It has three mechanical dials (shutter, aperture, ISO) for pure joy-of-use, plus […]

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Eric Kim’s Carnivore “Demigod” Diet

Eric Kim rejects plant-based diets and embraces an ultra-minimal “100% carnivore” eating plan – his self-styled “Demigod diet.”  He eats only red meats (beef and lamb), eggs, and organ meats (liver, heart, bone marrow, etc.), and avoids all sugar, starch, grains, fruits or “white” meats like chicken or pork .  As Kim bluntly puts it, […]

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AI-First Blogging: Tools, Strategies, Monetization, and Future Trends

1. AI Blogging Tools & Platforms Modern bloggers have a rich ecosystem of AI tools for drafting, research, and media. Common categories include: A recent survey shows ~80% of bloggers already use some form of AI in content tasks. As a result, top bloggers often combine multiple tools: e.g. generating a draft with ChatGPT or […]

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Film and Video Editing

Screenshot of a video editing timeline showing multiple video/audio tracks. Editors focus on cutting out “dull bits” to keep a film engaging.  As Hitchcock said, “drama is life with the dull bits cut out” .  Practical editing advice echoes this: “it’s a bad idea to keep an unnecessary shot … or let a scene run […]

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Eric Kim’s “Bow Down” Meme Frenzy

Where It’s Happening: Eric Kim’s now-famous weightlifting stunt has gone globally viral across social media.  On Twitter/X, Kim posted a press‑release thread titled “I AM GOD — BOW DOWN BEFORE MY 881.18 KG LIFT” , instantly becoming fodder for memers.  The core lift video racked up ~81K views in 48 hours (with TikTok duets adding […]

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Why You Should Buy GFX100RF NOT LEICA M

The hype around Leica M is real — the red-dot mystique, the brass, the heritage, the romance. But when you strip away the nostalgia and the collector psychology, a hard truth emerges: The GFX100RF is a far more powerful photographic instrument than any Leica M camera. If your goal is to make the most insane, […]

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