Merab Mamardashvili aka "Georgian Socrates" was a Georgian philosopher, academic, and writer.
He was born in Tbilisi, Georgia in 1930 and studied philosophy at Tbilisi State University, where he later taught for many years. Mamardashvili was known for his philosophical writings, which were deeply influenced by the works of the German philosopher Martin Heidegger. He wrote extensively on a wide range of philosophical topics, including the nature of time, the relationship between language and thought, and the role of philosophy in modern society. Mamardashvili was also a prominent public figure in Georgia, and was widely regarded as one of the country's leading intellectuals. He passed away in 1990.
Some of his main ideas include:
The central role of language in shaping human thought and consciousness. Mamardashvili believed that language is not just a tool for communication, but is also the fundamental way in which humans experience and understand the world.
The idea that time is not a linear, objective reality, but is instead something that is constructed and experienced by humans through language and consciousness.
The concept of "the end of philosophy," which refers to the idea that traditional philosophical questions and methods have become obsolete in the modern world. Mamardashvili argued that contemporary philosophy should focus on addressing the practical problems of everyday life, rather than abstract theoretical concerns.
The importance of examining the philosophical foundations of modern science and technology, and the need to critically evaluate the implications of these fields for human society and culture.
Overall, Mamardashvili's ideas centered around the relationship between language, consciousness, and human experience, and the role of philosophy in addressing the challenges of the modern world.
He was born in Tbilisi, Georgia in 1930 and studied philosophy at Tbilisi State University, where he later taught for many years. Mamardashvili was known for his philosophical writings, which were deeply influenced by the works of the German philosopher Martin Heidegger. He wrote extensively on a wide range of philosophical topics, including the nature of time, the relationship between language and thought, and the role of philosophy in modern society. Mamardashvili was also a prominent public figure in Georgia, and was widely regarded as one of the country's leading intellectuals. He passed away in 1990.
Some of his main ideas include:
The central role of language in shaping human thought and consciousness. Mamardashvili believed that language is not just a tool for communication, but is also the fundamental way in which humans experience and understand the world.
The idea that time is not a linear, objective reality, but is instead something that is constructed and experienced by humans through language and consciousness.
The concept of "the end of philosophy," which refers to the idea that traditional philosophical questions and methods have become obsolete in the modern world. Mamardashvili argued that contemporary philosophy should focus on addressing the practical problems of everyday life, rather than abstract theoretical concerns.
The importance of examining the philosophical foundations of modern science and technology, and the need to critically evaluate the implications of these fields for human society and culture.
Overall, Mamardashvili's ideas centered around the relationship between language, consciousness, and human experience, and the role of philosophy in addressing the challenges of the modern world.
In a video from 1969, Jim Morrison, the lead singer of The Doors, said that in the future, people would use computers and tapes to make music.
And, guess what? He was right!😱
Today, lots of musicians use computers and software to create and play music, especially in electronic music genre.
It's not clear why Jim predicted this, because The Doors were more of a rock band. Maybe he just had a feeling that technology would change music(and/or bunch of LSD he took had something to do with it). But, he was definitely on the money with his prediction. Nowadays, you can see lots of musicians using electronic instruments and technology in their music.
It's pretty cool to see how Jim's words from a long time ago are still true today. It just goes to show that he was not only a great musician, but also had a good understanding of how technology would shape the music industry.
https://youtu.be/EtVdtITxEU8
And, guess what? He was right!
Today, lots of musicians use computers and software to create and play music, especially in electronic music genre.
It's not clear why Jim predicted this, because The Doors were more of a rock band. Maybe he just had a feeling that technology would change music(and/or bunch of LSD he took had something to do with it). But, he was definitely on the money with his prediction. Nowadays, you can see lots of musicians using electronic instruments and technology in their music.
It's pretty cool to see how Jim's words from a long time ago are still true today. It just goes to show that he was not only a great musician, but also had a good understanding of how technology would shape the music industry.
https://youtu.be/EtVdtITxEU8
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The Doors - Interview Richard Goldstein 1969 (French Subnoscripts Interview)
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Friedrich Nietzsche — 'They muddy the water, to make it seem deep.'
This is a quote by Friedrich Nietzsche, a German philosopher, and it refers to the idea that some people intentionally make things more complex or obscure than necessary to make themselves seem more intelligent or knowledgeable than they actually are.
In other words, the quote suggests that people might use confusing language or complicated explanations to create the illusion of expertise or depth of understanding, even if they don't actually have it. This can make it difficult for others to discern what is actually important or relevant, and can lead to misunderstandings or misinterpretations.
The quote can also be applied more broadly to situations where people deliberately obscure the truth or make things more complicated than necessary for their own gain or advantage. In these cases, it is important to be vigilant and to seek out clear and straightforward explanations, rather than being misled by those who seek to muddy the waters.
In other words, the quote suggests that people might use confusing language or complicated explanations to create the illusion of expertise or depth of understanding, even if they don't actually have it. This can make it difficult for others to discern what is actually important or relevant, and can lead to misunderstandings or misinterpretations.
The quote can also be applied more broadly to situations where people deliberately obscure the truth or make things more complicated than necessary for their own gain or advantage. In these cases, it is important to be vigilant and to seek out clear and straightforward explanations, rather than being misled by those who seek to muddy the waters.
Cool app that allows you to listen to most of the worlds radio stations by browsing through the map. It’s quite fun to listen to radio stations of the remote places like Sahara desert http://radio.garden
radio.garden
Explore live radio by rotating the globe
Explore live radio by rotating the globe.
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Sour Elon Musk wants to stop the company he walked away from after a failed attempt to overtake it.
Lets not forget Tesla has one of the most advanced AI departments working on self-driving and physical robots shouldn’t it be stopped too?No! It’s different case, “because Musk is genius who saves humanity!”
But why stop on OpenAI? Lets just stop all the companies where Sour Musk is not CEO.
The only risk humanity can take is Tesla’s half baked self driving that had actually killed people(but "screw these people, Elon is G-E-N-I-O-U-S and he can do whatever the F he wants!").
I used to really like and respect Sour Musk, but as new facts unveil the more I learn that my judgement was wrong.
https://www.semafor.com/article/03/24/2023/the-secret-history-of-elon-musk-sam-altman-and-openai
Lets not forget Tesla has one of the most advanced AI departments working on self-driving and physical robots shouldn’t it be stopped too?
But why stop on OpenAI? Lets just stop all the companies where Sour Musk is not CEO.
The only risk humanity can take is Tesla’s half baked self driving that had actually killed people
I used to really like and respect Sour Musk, but as new facts unveil the more I learn that my judgement was wrong.
https://www.semafor.com/article/03/24/2023/the-secret-history-of-elon-musk-sam-altman-and-openai
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The secret history of Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and OpenAI
In 2018, Musk wanted to take charge of OpenAI to beat Google but others opposed the move, putting Altman at the helm.
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This is the best management lecture series I have ever seen.👏
If you would like to understand management much deeper than the average person this one is for you.
https://youtu.be/IK0ivV1GEoU
https://youtu.be/pYLcQ3oRYWY
If you would like to understand management much deeper than the average person this one is for you.
https://youtu.be/IK0ivV1GEoU
https://youtu.be/pYLcQ3oRYWY
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Russell Ackoff - U.S. Navy two day training in Thinking, Understanding, and Learning (1 of 8)
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This is the best management lecture series I have ever seen.👏 If you would like to understand management much deeper than the average person this one is for you. https://youtu.be/IK0ivV1GEoU https://youtu.be/pYLcQ3oRYWY
"Development is not what you have, but how much you can do with what you have."
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Cancer warning over 'cell-destroying' sweetener used in Diet Coke and Red Bull Sugarfree - World News - Mirror Online
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/cancer-warning-over-cell-destroying-30144208
https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/cancer-warning-over-cell-destroying-30144208
The Mirror
Cancer warning over 'cell-destroying' sweetener used in Diet Coke and Red Bull Sugarfree
The caffeinated drinks contain a sweetener known as sucralose, sold under the brand name Splenda, which when digested, becomes genotoxic, meaning it breaks up DNA
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“Get power or die trying”
There’s a talk of Eugeny Prigozhin planning military coup “against Ministry of Defense of Russia”. It’s currently on all news. Apparently he has the best trained military force in Russia(due to extensive experience in foreign campaigns). If it’s true he could likely take over Putin or die in process.
There’s a talk of Eugeny Prigozhin planning military coup “against Ministry of Defense of Russia”. It’s currently on all news. Apparently he has the best trained military force in Russia(due to extensive experience in foreign campaigns). If it’s true he could likely take over Putin or die in process.
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“Get power or die trying” There’s a talk of Eugeny Prigozhin planning military coup “against Ministry of Defense of Russia”. It’s currently on all news. Apparently he has the best trained military force in Russia(due to extensive experience in foreign campaigns).…
Well, he didn't die and didn't take power either.
That was some bizarre coup attempt.
As usual with Russian politics, there are lots of unanswered questions and lots of conspiracy theories.
That was some bizarre coup attempt.
As usual with Russian politics, there are lots of unanswered questions and lots of conspiracy theories.
Diet Coke sweetener could be declared as 'possibly carcinogenic' https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-12245725/WHOs-cancer-research-agency-say-aspartame-sweetener-possible-carcinogen-sources.html?ito=native_share_article-top
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Is this the beginning of the end for low-calorie food and drink? Artificial sugar replacement aspartame, found in thousands of…
One of the world's most common artificial sweeteners, and a key ingredient in products like diet sodas, is set to be declared as 'possibly carcinogenic to humans' according to reports.