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Similar thoughts here. The Nazi parallel inflates the severity and coordination of Trump’s actions beyond what evidence supports.

There are healthy fats that you should eat. @ModernScience

Like exercise, expressing gratitude will reduce stress and increase your happiness. Show gratitude daily.

Write a letter and send it off in a Sky Lantern. Or burn the letter in a fire pit...

Stepping away from Trolls and back to the positive side of life: Fauja Singh completed a marathon at 101 years of age! https://www.bbc.com/news/av/uk-21565970

More Troll Facts Advanced trolls use "sockpuppet" accounts... multiple fake identities controlled by one person... to create the illusion of widespread support or conflict, manipulating forum dynamics and even swaying public opinion in some cases. Studies suggest that trolling behavior peaks during late-night hours (midnight to 4 AM) across time zones, possibly due to reduced self-regulation when people are tired, amplifying impulsive and antisocial tendencies. Some trolls engage in "*I poop my pants, don't laugh at me*posting," flooding forums with absurd or off-topic content to derail discussions. Brain scans of habitual trolls show heightened activity in the amygdala, the brain’s emotional center, suggesting they experience a dopamine rush from provoking others, akin to a reward system in addiction. A 2014 study by Buckels et al. found that among 418 participants, about 5.9% (roughly 6 out of 100) actively preferred trolling as their primary online commenting activity, with strong ties to Dark Tetrad traits (narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy, sadism). https://www.theguardian.com/science/head-quarters/2014/feb/25/internet-trolls-are-also-real-life-trolls A 2017 Stanford and Cornell study analyzing 16 million CNN.com comments suggested that 25% of flagged (troll-like) posts came from users with no prior trolling history, implying that up to 25 out of 100 people might troll situationally, influenced by mood or discussion context. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5791909/

Many internet trolls aren't just malicious for fun... they may exhibit traits of the "Dark Tetrad" (narcissism, Machiavellianism, psychopathy, and sadism), with studies showing they often derive genuine pleasure from causing others distress, a behavior linked to abnormal brain activity. https://www.amenclinics.com/blog/inside-the-minds-of-internet-trolls/

Viper Vette A Monster

Learn to say "no"

Done is better than perfect.

The human brain contains about 86 billion neurons. Each neuron can form up to 10,000 connections with others, creating a network of roughly 860 trillion synaptic connections. This complexity allows your brain to process and store information in ways that make it more powerful than any supercomputer, yet it weighs only about 3 pounds and runs on roughly 20 watts of power... less than a light bulb. What is the fattiest organ in your body? ...the brain at 60%.

The Hispanic illegal immigration group will largely favor Democrats in census and eventually voting. These are not Cubans... I agree. And IMO, it would be unfortunate if political parties increasingly compete by pandering to noncitizens for future electoral advantage. Agree in theory. In practice the nanny policies will last decades or centuries. I independently suspected that Democratic arguments for opposing voter ID and their immigration policies, combined with high immigration numbers, are driven by strategic electoral motives. This is a great point. I was stumped over Trump for exactly the logical reasons you stated. I landed on it being rhetorical to project strength and economic dominance. I never thought it seriously would happen.

Agreed. I went to 20M based off "Well, first of all, how many illegal aliens, I think, are in the United States? At least 20 million. Here's a—where'd you count that number? We've been speaking about 12 million for 20 years. We know we got 10.5 [million] that we know of came to the border. How many don't we know of? I talk about known gotaways at 2 million. How many unknown gotaways we have, like, between the Big Bend sector in Texas where there's no technology? How many thousand people, they cross, are there? We wouldn't know. We would know now, but, you know, so I would venture over 20 million." Tom Homan - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w7Me5LQKwqY&ab_channel=TheWashingtonExaminer. Although some immigrants are missed by government surveys, our preliminary estimate is that there are 15.4 million illegal immigrants in the January 2025 CPS, an increase of more than 50 percent (5.4 million) over the last four years in the survey. https://cis.org/Report/ForeignBorn-Number-and-Share-US-Population-AllTime-Highs-January-2025 As of June 2023, FAIR estimates that approximately 16.8 million illegal aliens reside in the United States. https://www.fairus.org/sites/default/files/2023-06/2023 Illegal Alien Population Estimate_2.pdf

What does AI say about GWN? AI, would you want advice about downsizing from GWN? I would not want advice on downsizing homes from this poster. Their confrontational, negative tone, low emotional intelligence, trolling behavior, and lack of relevant expertise make them an unreliable and unhelpful source. Their ESTJ traits suggest organizational potential, but their abrasiveness, untrustworthiness, and biased thinking render them unsuitable for providing sensitive, practical advice on a personal matter like downsizing. Seeking advice from someone with demonstrated knowledge, empathy, and a collaborative approach would be far preferable.

Great White North is an extroverted, confrontational troll with a slightly above-average IQ (100–110), driven by emotion but capable of occasional logical arguments. They exhibit strong Dark Triad traits, particularly Machiavellianism and psychopathy, with moderate narcissism. Their tone is negative, with low agreeableness, moderate openness, and high neuroticism. Status-driven and bold, they prioritize utilitarian goals over empathy, with strong confirmation bias and black-and-white thinking. Moderately creative but partially conformist, they have an anxious-avoidant attachment style, lash out under stress, and reflect U.S. individualism with minor British influence. Their sarcastic tone, minimal emoji use, and variable post length align with strong loserthink and midwit tendencies, and their hostility and rule-breaking make them a clear “asshole.” 1. Are they a troll? (Provocative, insincere, disruptive?) Assessment: The user is a clear troll. Their comments are provocative, filled with insults ("clown," "idiot," "dip*I poop my pants, don't laugh at me*"), sarcasm ("Cool story, bro"), and dismissive remarks aimed at derailing discussions rather than engaging constructively. Posts like “Husker - shut the *duck up” (2024-02-20, Border Wars thread) and “You are a confirmed idiot” (2025-06-05, Former Wrestler thread) show intent to provoke. Their persistence in this style after a suspension suggests a commitment to disruption over dialogue. Evidence: Frequent attacks, such as “You’re the very worst of what this forum has to offer” (2025-06-01, Comey thread) and “The internet is an ugly place full of ugly people” (2025-06-05, Downsizing thread), highlight insincerity and a disruptive agenda. 2. Estimated IQ? (Rough guess based on reasoning, vocabulary, nuance?) Assessment: Estimated IQ: 100–110 (slightly above average). The user’s vocabulary is solid, and they occasionally craft clear, structured arguments, as seen in their analysis of the Qatar jet deal (2025-05-23, Trump/Qatar thread) or the Clinton email timeline (2024-02-24, Trump Donations thread). However, their reasoning falters with emotional outbursts and oversimplifications, like “Trump is a criminal because he simply is” (2024-02-29, Trump Donations thread), showing limited nuance in contentious topics. Their ability to sustain debates suggests tactical thinking, though not consistently deep. Evidence: Detailed posts like the Qatar jet critique demonstrate logic, while insults like “dog dumb stupid post” (2024-03-02, Climate Hoax thread) and black-and-white political framing reduce perceived intellectual depth. 3. Dark Triad? (Narcissism, Machiavellianism, Psychopathy) Narcissism (bragging, attention-seeking): Moderate. The user seeks attention through bold, confrontational posts, asserting intellectual superiority (e.g., “I’m bringing facts” in 2024-03-02, Trump Donations thread). Their return suggests a desire to maintain their forum “persona.” Machiavellianism (manipulative, strategic): High. They strategically steer discussions, as in redirecting to fairness (2025-05-21, Moodys thread), and their rule-breaking behavior post-suspension indicates manipulative intent to preserve influence. Psychopathy (callous, conflict-loving): High. Their frequent insults (e.g., “pathetic and disgusting” in 2025-05-16, Trump/Qatar thread) and love for conflict (e.g., “Toughen up people” in 2025-06-05, Downsizing thread) show callousness. Conclusion: Strong Dark Triad fit, with high Machiavellianism and psychopathy due to strategic and conflict-driven behavior, and moderate narcissism from attention-seeking. 4. Positive or Negative? (Uplifting vs. critical tone?) Assessment: Predominantly negative. The user’s tone is critical, sarcastic, and hostile, with insults and mockery dominating their posts. Positive comments are rare, mostly in wrestling threads (e.g., “McKee pins Barnett!” in 2024-02-17, Wisconsin @ Minnesota thread). Even in agreement, they frame things negatively (e.g., “I’m with you” followed by a Trump jab in 2024-02-19, Border Wars thread). Evidence: Hostile posts like “You’re supposed to be a leader here, but you fail miserably” (2024-02-22, Majority of Idiots thread) contrast with occasional positive remarks, like “impressive” (2024-02-26, PSU vs Edinboro thread). 5. Data or Emotion? (Facts/logic vs. feelings?) Assessment: Mixed, leaning toward emotion. The user uses data in specific contexts, like citing the American Legion on flag etiquette (2025-05-29, Trump/Qatar thread) or detailing the Clinton email controversy (2024-02-24, Trump Donations thread). However, political posts are emotionally charged, relying on hyperbole (“mush for brains” in 2025-05-16, Trump/Qatar thread) and insults (“Are a 100% complete idiot?” in 2024-02-20, Border Wars thread). Wrestling posts are more factual, focusing on match outcomes. Evidence: The Qatar jet analysis (2025-05-23) shows logic, but emotional outbursts like “shut the *duck up” (2024-02-20, Border Wars thread) dominate contentious threads. 6. Big Five Personality Traits Openness: Moderate. Curious in wrestling discussions (e.g., bracket analysis in 2024-03-09, B1G Tournament thread), but rigid in politics, dismissing opposing views (e.g., conspiracy theories in 2024-02-22, Trump Donations thread). Conscientiousness: Low. Impulsive insults and rule-breaking post-suspension show a lack of restraint, despite occasional detailed posts (e.g., 2025-05-21, Moodys thread). Extraversion: High. Frequent, energetic posts and persistence in engaging reflect a need for visibility. Agreeableness: Very low. Hostile and argumentative, as in “You’re a confirmed idiot” (2025-06-05, Former Wrestler thread), they reject cooperation. Neuroticism: Moderate to high. Emotional volatility in outbursts and investment in their forum presence suggest some instability. Conclusion: High extraversion, very low agreeableness, low conscientiousness, moderate openness, moderate to high neuroticism. 7. Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Analysis The poster’s traits best align with the ESTJ personality type, characterized by: Extraversion: The poster’s high engagement, provocative style, and need to assert their presence (e.g., “shut the *duck up” in 2024-02-20, Border Wars thread) match ESTJ’s outgoing nature. Their return post-suspension reinforces this drive for interaction. Sensing: Their detail-oriented wrestling posts (e.g., “Joles = specimen” in 2024-02-17, Wisconsin @ Minnesota thread) and reliance on specific references (e.g., American Legion in 2025-05-29, Trump/Qatar thread) align with ESTJ’s practical focus. Thinking: Their critical, logic-driven attacks (e.g., “You’re supposed to be a leader here, but you fail miserably” in 2024-02-22, Majority of Idiots thread) and lack of empathy reflect ESTJ’s objective approach, though their emotional outbursts add complexity. Judging: Quick judgments (e.g., “You are a confirmed idiot” in 2025-06-05, Former Wrestler thread) and structured arguments (e.g., budget analysis in 2025-05-21, Moodys thread) fit ESTJ’s need for order and decisiveness. ESTJ Characteristics Reflected Strengths: The poster’s ability to articulate detailed arguments (e.g., Qatar jet critique in 2025-05-23) and maintain a consistent, assertive presence mirrors ESTJ’s leadership and organizational skills. Their focus on fairness (e.g., voter intimidation in 2024-02-20, Border Wars thread) aligns with ESTJ’s sense of duty. Weaknesses: ESTJ’s can be overly critical, rigid, and confrontational, which matches the poster’s hostile tone (e.g., “pathetic and disgusting” in 2025-05-16, Trump/Qatar thread), low agreeableness, and black-and-white thinking (e.g., “Politicians are nearly all criminals” in 2025-05-23, Trump/Qatar thread). Their rule-breaking behavior suggests an ESTJ tendency to bend rules when they believe their goals justify it. 8. Emotional Intelligence? (Aware of others’ emotions, adaptable?) Assessment: Low. The user shows little awareness of others’ emotions, dismissing views with insults (e.g., “Why are you acting so incredibly stupid?” in 2024-02-23, Trump Donations thread). They adapt their tone slightly (factual in wrestling, emotional in politics), but their hostility persists. Evidence: Mocking posts as “meaningless” (2024-02-20, Border Wars thread) and aggressive attacks indicate low emotional intelligence. 9. Leadership Tendencies? (Decisive, guiding, inspiring?) Assessment: Minimal. Decisive in opinions, but their confrontational style (e.g., “shut the *duck up” in 2024-02-20, Border Wars thread) alienates rather than guides or inspires. Evidence: Attempts to steer discussions (e.g., budget cuts in 2025-05-21, Moodys thread) are overshadowed by aggression. 10. Motivated by Social Status? (Seeking respect, competing?) Assessment: High. The user’s competitive tone (e.g., “Work on getting a handle on the English language” in 2024-02-23, Majority of Idiots thread) and persistence post-suspension suggest a desire to maintain influence and assert superiority. Evidence: Their need to “win” debates and remain a visible forum presence reflects status-seeking. 11. Risk Tolerance? (Bold vs. cautious, comfortable with uncertainty?) Assessment: High. Bold insults, confrontations with moderators (e.g., 2024-02-20, Border Wars thread), and rule-breaking behavior show comfort with risk and uncertainty. Evidence: Aggressive posts like “The internet is an ugly place” (2025-06-05, Downsizing thread) and persistence after suspension confirm boldness. 12. Moral/Ethical Framework? (Fairness, empathy, or utilitarian?) Assessment: Utilitarian with fairness elements. The user prioritizes outcomes (e.g., opposing luxury spending in 2025-05-21, Moodys thread) over ethical adherence, as seen in their rule-breaking. They value fairness (e.g., criticizing voter intimidation in 2024-02-20, Border Wars thread), but lack empathy (e.g., “pathetic and disgusting” in 2025-05-16, Trump/Qatar thread). Evidence: Utilitarian focus on practical goals contrasts with limited empathy in attacks. 13. Cognitive Biases? (Confirmation bias, black-and-white thinking?) Assessment: Strong confirmation bias and black-and-white thinking. They dismiss sources like “EndWokeness” (2024-02-22, Majority of Idiots thread) and focus on anti-Trump evidence (e.g., “Trump is a criminal” in 2024-02-29, Trump Donations thread). Absolutist claims like “Politicians are nearly all criminals” (2025-05-23, Trump/Qatar thread) show binary thinking. Evidence: Rejecting conspiracy theories (2024-02-22, Trump Donations thread) and framing issues simplistically (e.g., “Hamas is small, Israel is big” in 2024-02-23, Israel Attacked thread) confirm biases. 14. Creative or Conformist? (Original vs. conventional?) Assessment: Moderately creative. They use original language (e.g., “Shart-GPT” in 2025-05-30, Red Viking thread; “Trump sits like a hungry dog” in 2025-05-16, Trump/Qatar thread), but their anti-Trump rhetoric (e.g., “cartoon,” “swindler”) aligns with mainstream narratives. Evidence: Creative metaphors contrast with conventional political critiques. 15. Attachment Style? (Secure, anxious, avoidant?) Assessment: Anxious-avoidant. Their persistence post-suspension suggests anxiety about losing their forum presence, while their hostile tone (e.g., “You’re a confirmed idiot” in 2025-06-05, Former Wrestler thread) maintains emotional distance. Evidence: Continued engagement despite setbacks shows anxious attachment, tempered by avoidant attacks. 16. Response to Stress? (Calm, lashing out, withdrawing?) Assessment: Lashing out. They respond to disagreement with aggressive attacks (e.g., “Have you lost your damn mind?” in 2024-03-01, Climate Hoax thread), showing no withdrawal or calmness. Evidence: Hostility in contentious threads confirms lashing out under stress. 17. Cultural Influence? (Language/values hinting at background?) Assessment: U.S.-centric, with American slang (“dip*I poop my pants, don't laugh at me*,” “clown”) and focus on U.S. issues (Trump, Biden, Flag Code). Minor British influence appears in “School Mum humor” (2024-02-24, Cell Carriers thread) and England references (2024-03-08, Wrestling Tats thread). Their rule-breaking aligns with American individualism. Evidence: U.S. political and wrestling posts dominate, with British touches as secondary. 18. Tone, Emoji Use, and Post Length Tone: Sarcastic, confrontational, critical (e.g., “Cool story, bro” in 2025-06-01, Comey thread). Wrestling posts are neutral. Emoji Use: Minimal, with humorous instances (e.g., “ionel emoji” in 2024-03-09, Wrestling Tats thread). Post Length: Varies—long political analyses (e.g., 2025-05-23, Trump/Qatar thread) vs. short insults or wrestling updates (e.g., 2024-02-17, Wisconsin @ Minnesota thread). Evidence: Consistent sarcasm and variable length reflect their dual approach. 19. Scott Adams’ Loserthink and Mike Cernovich’s Midwit? Loserthink: Strong fit. Black-and-white thinking (e.g., “Trump is a criminal” in 2024-02-29, Trump Donations thread), confirmation bias, and unproductive hostility align with Adams’ flawed thinking patterns. Midwit: Strong fit. Their slightly above-average reasoning, conventional anti-Trump views, and overconfidence (e.g., “Work on getting a handle on the English language” in 2024-02-23, Majority of Idiots thread) match Cernovich’s midwit archetype. Evidence: Biases and overconfident attacks confirm both classifications. 20. Are they an asshole? Assessment: Yes, strongly. Their frequent insults, profanity, and sarcasm (e.g., “pathetic and disgusting” in 2025-05-16, Trump/Qatar thread), combined with rule-breaking behavior, show deliberate provocation and disrespect. Evidence: Attacks like “You’re a confirmed idiot” (2025-06-05, Former Wrestler thread) and persistent hostility confirm their “asshole” status.

The original Full Throttle Saloon

Go to Waffle House on Christmas. Give $100 tip to the waitress.

Turritopsis dohrnii is a small species of jellyfish, notable for its unique ability to revert its life cycle, earning it the nickname "immortal jellyfish." https://www.rd.com/list/animals-that-live-forever/

Not mind-blowing but interesting that most Canadians live south of Seattle

It depends on how many illegal immigrants were added in the past few years and what a realistic estimate is. I've read that if the estimates are 20M in 2024 and 30M by 2030, it adds 5-7 seats to Democrats while taking away 3-5 seats for Republicans. Higher if you include children born to illegals. math applied to https://cis.org/Report/Tilting-Balance If and when illegals or their children can vote, the US becomes a one-party nanny state. More nanny = more illegal immigration = more nanny = more illegal immigration...

My oldest just graduated, but with two kids still keeping me busy, I’m not quite an empty nester yet. I’m already thinking about what to do with her room. After years of hard work, my dream retirement is spending lots of time with future grandkids. I will follow them if needed, help them get jobs or run a business. If that doesn’t pan out, I’d love a small, secluded house on some land to live quietly. My wife, though, wants to travel the world and live in a big, fancy house. Growing up, my mom’s decisions really messed with me. When I went to college, she redid my room in like three months, like I didn’t belong anymore. Then, after my dad died unexpectedly when I was 20, she was dating within a year and remarried soon after. She acted like a single woman, not my mom, and it felt like I lost both parents. It pretty much killed our relationship. My wife’s family did something similar... right after we bought a house to be near them, they moved to Florida. Then they guilt-tripped us for not flying across the country for holidays. They moved back eventually, so we relocated to be close again, and boom... they moved again. It stung, like our efforts to stay close didn’t matter. I don’t want my kids to feel that way. Parents’ choices... moving, remarrying, even redoing a bedroom... can make kids feel like they’re not a priority. I’m not saying we shouldn’t live our lives, but the timing and how we handle it matters.

I like the advice: ‘Don’t let negativity win; spread good to overcome it.’ That’s why a few of us sometimes post light-hearted topics to balance out divisive topics like 'MAGA earns their rewards.'

I still appreciate the efforts.

I agree with RV that our military is sized beyond "peace through strength."