š§ #BrainFood 07.31.24
Lets get weird right off the jump!
Meet Friend.com. The first serious take at an AI Friend
Rapid fire thoughts:
Yes this is weird
Yes this is cool
Loneliness is a REAL problem - āSurgeon General Advisory Raises Alarm about the Devastating Impact of the Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation in the United Statesā
Will this solve loneliness, no
Is it trying to solve loneliness, yes - and Iām for that
What say you?
The new āGolden Girlsā
Simone is already the most decorated gymnast EVER. And she still gets to collect more medals in the individual events tomorrow! Donāt ever miss the chance to witness a š being a š
North & South Korea taking a selfie together.
Low-gravity playground looks highly entertaining (and useful)
Divers Discover Mesmerizing Roman Mosaic Beneath the Sea
āØ A stunning underwater mosaic, once part of a Roman villa's porch, has been discovered off the coast of Naples, Italy, dating back to the third century C.E. This "opus sectile" mosaic, characterized by its intricate cut designs, was located in Baiae, a city known for its luxurious and hedonistic lifestyle among Roman elites like Julius Caesar and Nero. The villa, which fell into the Gulf of Pozzuoli due to geological shifts, is now the focus of restoration efforts, as divers work to recover and preserve its fragile pieces, offering a glimpse into ancient Roman life and artistry.
Why doesn't advice work?
Why do people often ignore good advice?
People frequently ignore good advice because they may not fully understand it, have cognitive biases that prevent them from accepting it, or feel emotionally attached to their current situation, leading them to rationalize their choices instead of following the advice given.
What factors contribute to the ineffectiveness of advice?
Advice can be ineffective due to various reasons, including the complexity of the situation that makes it hard to apply, the individual's reluctance to change, and the tendency to seek validation rather than genuine solutions. Additionally, advice that seems straightforward may lack the necessary context for effective implementation.
What can be done to improve the reception of advice?
To enhance the effectiveness of advice, individuals should consider the repeated suggestions from respected sources and be open to following advice, even if it seems counterintuitive. For those giving advice, focusing on simple, actionable recommendations, particularly regarding spending or consumer choices, may yield better results.