(CONTINUED) teasers of curiosity that were obliterated by scholastic focus and deadlines. How could I have possibly missed a peek at a person like Dorothea Lange? Simple: My opinion that textbooks are overwhelming opuses being the fruit of a conspiracy to destroy the scholastic underdog.
Que revolution.
2012: Re-take American history via McDougal Littell's "The Americans" in a curriculum designed by myself. Thanks for the bonus mission, Aly.
(CONTINUED) In a way I'm sure you know, I met Dorothea Lange through her quoted words and a radical-for-1934 photograph in my American history textbook. The twenty-third chapter covered the New Deal span of years. Dorothea Lange was on page 701 as the opening act for Section 2. My love of books bristles at textbooks. "The Art of Looking Sideways" aside, I have never encountered an enjoyable textbook. When originally studying from this one, I'd only generate brief (TO BE CONTINUED)
"So often it's just sticking around and remaining there, not swooping in and swooping out in a cloud of dust.... We found our way in... not too far away from the people we were working with.... The people who are garrulous and wear their heart on their sleeve and tell you everything, that's one kind of person. But the fellow who's hiding behind a tree and hoping you don't see him, is the fellow that you'd better find out why." (TO BE CONTINUED)
(CONTINUED) into an even more dangerous realm of research and/or alternative belief? Such questions have been pegged by myself and others as pure hinderings of learning. I remembered these blocks and continued to ponder imitating your quest. The second problem I encountered was my beliefs. Yes, I have a few. All opposites are endlessly fascinating but what if you do not comprehend the originals fully? How then can a lone agent accurately choose a proper contrast? (TO BE CONTINUED)
Did you put real fortunes in those vegan fortune cookies?
The idea of this revolution frightened me upon the first two viewings of this video. While I live my life with surreal intentions, I occasionally succumb to the fear of new things ("Centophobia" is the word for it at its worst). Would this new thing that is supposed to represent the opposite of my beliefs force me to realize something dreadful about myself? Would this new thing launch me (TO BE CONTINUED)
-- Anyway this message basically serves no other purpose than to say what you’re doing is great; keep it up – you’re doing something of real worth in a world more often than not filled with meaningless junk. Keep it up sistah!
(Excuse my terrible youtubing – I had to break this into four parts to let me post it)
I have lots of thoughts (and mixed feelings) on the internet and its effects on creativity and our lives...but generally I'd say I think the internet does a lot of good. That book sounds like something I'd be interested in - thanks for the recommendation. I'm going to ponder your question some more and perhaps make a vlog about it!
I would be fascinated if you have any thoughts on the internet itself and how this has facilitated/restricted creativity or affected social norms. Have you ever read Nicolas Carr’s The Shallows? Even though you obviously use the internet in a positive manner, do you ever feel that technology asks us to engage in life in a less than constructive or detrimental manner?--
I think what you’re doing is really fantastic, it’s really so rare to come across something that is purely generated by genuine talent and original thought; without it being some kind of vanity project if you know what I mean – a real breath of pixelated fresh air! Think you make some great points – particularly struck by your Artists v Craftsmen video; you’re really great at verbalising some often quite nuanced ideas. --
Hi Aly, I felt compelled to comment on your videos after coming across them whilst doing some research on personality types – I feel as if I have found a kindred spirit of sorts! --
Thats such a great challenge! I used to challenge myself like that a few years ago from time to time, but always kind of forgot about it or was too lazy to actually read something that didnt support my values (and thats the whole point of the challenge I think). It feels so great doing it though. It really clears and opens your mind which is so refreshing :) GOnna have a look into that challenge, thanks for sharing!!
@dowfhg I think it's a very difficult thing to be inspired to go do...to actively seek out information that isn't in line with your beliefs. I like that this project I'm doing is forcing me to do these kinds of things. I mean, I have to complete my missions!
I recently readed (part of) the bible. But I wouldn't read a hunting magazine, still I am happy you told me about the experience. And I will check that site.
Wow, my english today is so bad. I should read something in english as well. It is something I don't really do.
And I love your veganism! I have been vegetarian for almost the half amount of time you have been vegan. (Well, I actually eat eggs and stuff with milk, as almost everything in Spain has it. :/ (ovolacteovegetarian?))
@AdrianHObradors Your English is not bad at all! Just change the "readed" to "read" and switch the order of the words "the" and "half" and it's perfect. My internet friend from Madrid wants me to visit someday and sent me a list of vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Spain! So hopefully if I ever do go there I'll be able to find something! Thanks for your comment :)
I'm sure you only read the articles in that Playboy...
I'm an omnivore. But I have found hunting magazines to be rather dull. Not that I hunt. I pay other folk to kill my food. I am well aware of this. I do appreciate the sections on firearms though.
Your innate curiousity is inspiring. I think that, as a goal this year, I need to try to read more, period. That would help with my desire to form my own opinions and not simply trust what others tell me, which has always been a bit of a problem.
Religion / spirituality talk tends to frustrate me a lot, so I make a conscious effort now and then to watch or read religious related things in an effort to try and understand their perspective. It's interesting how often I need to slow down to cool my temper :D I try to make sure the beliefs I hold are regularly scrutinized and don't make too many assumptions about things which I simply don't know. I think being emotionally invested in beliefs is a sure fire way to reach false conclusions.
@jakebowkett01 I agree. I'm not very emotionally invested in any of my beliefs besides my view on animals. It's very difficult for me to challenge my lifestyle decision, and it's not something I've done much in the past. So this was a difficult, but I think worthwhile challenge.
My dad is very big into the whole thing and hunts regularly, so there are many hunting magazines laying around the house.XD Although I'm not against hunting, I don't particularly care for it. I would have never picked one up before, so this has been an interesting challenge.
@alyiswriting It was...okay, I guess. I kinda had to force myself to get through it.XD But I did find a couple of articles slightly interesting. Lets just say it was a one-time thing. :P
The best part about the whole experience was when my dad walked in on me while I was reading the magazines. He had a huge smile across his face! Now he thinks I'm into hunting.XD
(CONTINUED) teasers of curiosity that were obliterated by scholastic focus and deadlines. How could I have possibly missed a peek at a person like Dorothea Lange? Simple: My opinion that textbooks are overwhelming opuses being the fruit of a conspiracy to destroy the scholastic underdog.
Que revolution.
2012: Re-take American history via McDougal Littell's "The Americans" in a curriculum designed by myself. Thanks for the bonus mission, Aly.
violetichigo1999 3 weeks ago
(CONTINUED) In a way I'm sure you know, I met Dorothea Lange through her quoted words and a radical-for-1934 photograph in my American history textbook. The twenty-third chapter covered the New Deal span of years. Dorothea Lange was on page 701 as the opening act for Section 2. My love of books bristles at textbooks. "The Art of Looking Sideways" aside, I have never encountered an enjoyable textbook. When originally studying from this one, I'd only generate brief (TO BE CONTINUED)
violetichigo1999 3 weeks ago
(CONTINUED) Then, I ran into Dorothea Lange.
"So often it's just sticking around and remaining there, not swooping in and swooping out in a cloud of dust.... We found our way in... not too far away from the people we were working with.... The people who are garrulous and wear their heart on their sleeve and tell you everything, that's one kind of person. But the fellow who's hiding behind a tree and hoping you don't see him, is the fellow that you'd better find out why." (TO BE CONTINUED)
violetichigo1999 3 weeks ago
(CONTINUED) into an even more dangerous realm of research and/or alternative belief? Such questions have been pegged by myself and others as pure hinderings of learning. I remembered these blocks and continued to ponder imitating your quest. The second problem I encountered was my beliefs. Yes, I have a few. All opposites are endlessly fascinating but what if you do not comprehend the originals fully? How then can a lone agent accurately choose a proper contrast? (TO BE CONTINUED)
violetichigo1999 3 weeks ago
Did you put real fortunes in those vegan fortune cookies?
The idea of this revolution frightened me upon the first two viewings of this video. While I live my life with surreal intentions, I occasionally succumb to the fear of new things ("Centophobia" is the word for it at its worst). Would this new thing that is supposed to represent the opposite of my beliefs force me to realize something dreadful about myself? Would this new thing launch me (TO BE CONTINUED)
violetichigo1999 3 weeks ago
-- Anyway this message basically serves no other purpose than to say what you’re doing is great; keep it up – you’re doing something of real worth in a world more often than not filled with meaningless junk. Keep it up sistah!
(Excuse my terrible youtubing – I had to break this into four parts to let me post it)
birthdayletters 1 month ago
@birthdayletters Thank you! What a kind comment! :)
I have lots of thoughts (and mixed feelings) on the internet and its effects on creativity and our lives...but generally I'd say I think the internet does a lot of good. That book sounds like something I'd be interested in - thanks for the recommendation. I'm going to ponder your question some more and perhaps make a vlog about it!
alyiswriting 4 weeks ago
I would be fascinated if you have any thoughts on the internet itself and how this has facilitated/restricted creativity or affected social norms. Have you ever read Nicolas Carr’s The Shallows? Even though you obviously use the internet in a positive manner, do you ever feel that technology asks us to engage in life in a less than constructive or detrimental manner?--
birthdayletters 1 month ago
I think what you’re doing is really fantastic, it’s really so rare to come across something that is purely generated by genuine talent and original thought; without it being some kind of vanity project if you know what I mean – a real breath of pixelated fresh air! Think you make some great points – particularly struck by your Artists v Craftsmen video; you’re really great at verbalising some often quite nuanced ideas. --
birthdayletters 1 month ago
Hi Aly, I felt compelled to comment on your videos after coming across them whilst doing some research on personality types – I feel as if I have found a kindred spirit of sorts! --
birthdayletters 1 month ago
Welcome to the Revolution Aly! Really enjoyed your video - hope you have fun with the rest of your missions.
TrySomethingNewC4 1 month ago
@TrySomethingNewC4 Thanks! :)
alyiswriting 1 month ago
Thats such a great challenge! I used to challenge myself like that a few years ago from time to time, but always kind of forgot about it or was too lazy to actually read something that didnt support my values (and thats the whole point of the challenge I think). It feels so great doing it though. It really clears and opens your mind which is so refreshing :) GOnna have a look into that challenge, thanks for sharing!!
dowfhg 1 month ago
@dowfhg I think it's a very difficult thing to be inspired to go do...to actively seek out information that isn't in line with your beliefs. I like that this project I'm doing is forcing me to do these kinds of things. I mean, I have to complete my missions!
alyiswriting 1 month ago
I recently readed (part of) the bible. But I wouldn't read a hunting magazine, still I am happy you told me about the experience. And I will check that site.
Wow, my english today is so bad. I should read something in english as well. It is something I don't really do.
And I love your veganism! I have been vegetarian for almost the half amount of time you have been vegan. (Well, I actually eat eggs and stuff with milk, as almost everything in Spain has it. :/ (ovolacteovegetarian?))
Good vlog
AdrianHObradors 1 month ago
@AdrianHObradors Your English is not bad at all! Just change the "readed" to "read" and switch the order of the words "the" and "half" and it's perfect. My internet friend from Madrid wants me to visit someday and sent me a list of vegetarian and vegan restaurants in Spain! So hopefully if I ever do go there I'll be able to find something! Thanks for your comment :)
alyiswriting 1 month ago
@alyiswriting Haha, thats good. Thanks to you for telling me how to improve my english. :)
Then you will have to tell me if you find a good vegetarian restaurant if you ever come here. ;)
It made me happy hearing "Your english is not bad at all!" :D. Now I have to be carefull not to prove the opposite.
Bye, I'm already expecting your next video, I like them.
PD: Have you ever been in Spain? Ah, and I'm from Madrid as well.
AdrianHObradors 1 month ago
@AdrianHObradors I've never been to Spain before, but I would love to explore there (and many other places in the world) someday!
alyiswriting 1 month ago
@alyiswriting Thats cool. Exploring is cool.
:)
AdrianHObradors 1 month ago
I'm sure you only read the articles in that Playboy...
I'm an omnivore. But I have found hunting magazines to be rather dull. Not that I hunt. I pay other folk to kill my food. I am well aware of this. I do appreciate the sections on firearms though.
tetsubo57 1 month ago
I suppose that a hunting magazine would be best for me. That or something involving math. For some reason, I can't really understand math.
Hellybot 1 month ago
@Hellybot Ooh, math would have been a good (possibly painfully dull?) choice for me as well.
alyiswriting 1 month ago
Your innate curiousity is inspiring. I think that, as a goal this year, I need to try to read more, period. That would help with my desire to form my own opinions and not simply trust what others tell me, which has always been a bit of a problem.
DreamerRealist 1 month ago
@DreamerRealist I support that goal! :)
alyiswriting 1 month ago
Religion / spirituality talk tends to frustrate me a lot, so I make a conscious effort now and then to watch or read religious related things in an effort to try and understand their perspective. It's interesting how often I need to slow down to cool my temper :D I try to make sure the beliefs I hold are regularly scrutinized and don't make too many assumptions about things which I simply don't know. I think being emotionally invested in beliefs is a sure fire way to reach false conclusions.
jakebowkett01 1 month ago
@jakebowkett01 I agree. I'm not very emotionally invested in any of my beliefs besides my view on animals. It's very difficult for me to challenge my lifestyle decision, and it's not something I've done much in the past. So this was a difficult, but I think worthwhile challenge.
alyiswriting 1 month ago
I chose hunting magazines, too!
My dad is very big into the whole thing and hunts regularly, so there are many hunting magazines laying around the house.XD Although I'm not against hunting, I don't particularly care for it. I would have never picked one up before, so this has been an interesting challenge.
BizarreGoblin 1 month ago
@BizarreGoblin That's funny that you chose hunting magazines too. What was your overall opinion on them?
alyiswriting 1 month ago
@alyiswriting It was...okay, I guess. I kinda had to force myself to get through it.XD But I did find a couple of articles slightly interesting. Lets just say it was a one-time thing. :P
The best part about the whole experience was when my dad walked in on me while I was reading the magazines. He had a huge smile across his face! Now he thinks I'm into hunting.XD
BizarreGoblin 1 month ago