truth is power
Calibration of the statement.
Free Tier
broken windows theory
states that visible signs of crime, anti-social behavior and civil disorder create an urban environment that encourages further crime and disorder, including serious crimes -- wikipedia.
feeling offended
In Truth vs. Falsehood, "offended" is calibrated at 180. In this case, we're honing in on the energy of the feeling, rather than the perception of offense.
tracking apps for teenagers
Request: Some parents require their teenage children to use tracking apps to monitor their activities. While it’s done "for safety", it seems like a surefire way to strain their relationship.
Vsauce (YouTube channel)
Request: One of the biggest science-based YouTube channels on the platform.
opportunism
Taking advantage of opportunities without regard for the consequences for others.
We Who Wrestle With God, by Jordan Peterson
Jordan Peterson guides us through the ancient, foundational stories of the Western world, analyzing the Biblical accounts of rebellion, sacrifice, suffering and triumph that stabilize, inspire and unite us, culturally and psychologically -- amazon.
comedian
Calibrated as an occupation.
"You don’t have a soul. You are a soul. You have a body"
Request: Quote by C.S. Lewis. This reminded me of the teachings of Hawkins.
The Richest Man in Babylon, by George Samuel Clason
"The content is from a series of pamphlets distributed by U.S. banks and insurance companies in 1920–24; the pamphlets were bound together and published as a book in 1926. The book is often referred to as a classic of personal financial advice" -- wikipedia.
"weight of the world," literally (article)
The expression denotes the burdens of life yet refers to an actual field of consciousness.
Amish lifestyle in US
"The Amish are best known for their plain clothing, most of it self-made, and nonconformist lifestyle" -- britannica.
Bybit crypto exchange
Within it, you can trade over 1,400 cryptocurrencies using spot markets and futures contracts, with leverage up to 200X. However, some listed coins are "high risk" and not always verified or subjected to security audits -- cryptonomist.ch. Calibrated: their way of doing business.
God shock
An "authentic spiritual state" contrasted with the pathological state of schizophrenic disorganization, as mentioned in Truth vs. Falsehood.
Positive Psychology
A reaction against past practices that tended to focus on mental illness and emphasized maladaptive behavior and negative thinking. It builds on the humanistic movement of Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers, which encourages an emphasis on happiness, well-being, and purpose -- wikipedia.