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I would probably enjoy wealth, yes. However, what I truly desire most would be to understand the Universe. Understand reality. What are we? Are we?(see some of

by AC__ 11y ago

I would probably enjoy wealth, yes. However, what I truly desire most would be to understand the Universe. Understand reality. What are we? Are we?(see some of Dr. James Gates work on supersymmetry) So many questions and, it would seem, way too much geopolitical bullshit on this planet to ever truly get any answers.

crimsonalucard 11y ago
That's what you say. Biologically we aren't designed that way. We're designed to seek status and achievement as it aids in reproduction. Understanding the universe doesn't help you achieve this goal in anyway. It probably hinders you. Too many people like to think about themselves as robotic savants desiring only to be logical and more intelligent. This is a fantasy story that is somewhat true but side steps the issue of what we really want. If you were truly intelligent you would know that biologically speaking what we want is sex, money and status. In front of you have two doors. You go through door A you can have knowledge of the true nature of the universe and the promise that you have to live like a hobo for the rest of your life. In the other door (door B) you have billions of dollars, the adoration of the most beautiful women in the world, the respect of everyone and the promise that you will die without ever knowing the true nature of the universe. Which door do you choose? Let's be real. (Door B)
- AC__ 11y ago
  Don't be absurd, in what reality can you actually believe any being understanding the nature of the Universe could "live like a hobo" whatever the hell that means. If you were truly intelligent you'd understand money is a man made construct that you've been socially engineered to want above all else as a means to control the masses. You honestly just asserted we're hard-wired to want money, sex, of course, but money, preposterous! I view status much the same, some of the world's most powerful individuals operate in complete anonymity, and couldn't care less about the adoration of serfs! While I don't claim to possess world power, I can assure you I do not seek the adoration of the mindless masses.
  - crimsonalucard 11y ago
    Understanding something doesn't change your nature. I understand eating KFC is bad for me. This does not suppress the desire. Money is a social construct that is tied to status. We want money because we want status. You claim not to seek power. But if it was in front of you would you take it? Which door? Be honest.
- AC__ 11y ago
  I've noticed a lot of people around HN seem to have chosen the blue pill.
- api 11y ago
  There's an old saying about this: "The secret to success is being smart enough to play the game well, but not so smart you figure the game out. Then you realize how stupid it is and you don't want to play anymore." Someone like... say... Donald Trump strikes me as just the right amount of smart.

by AC__ 11y ago

crimsonalucard 11y ago

That's what you say. Biologically we aren't designed that way. We're designed to seek status and achievement as it aids in reproduction. Understanding the universe doesn't help you achieve this goal in anyway. It probably hinders you. Too many people like to think about themselves as robotic savants desiring only to be logical and more intelligent. This is a fantasy story that is somewhat true but side steps the issue of what we really want. If you were truly intelligent you would know that biologically speaking what we want is sex, money and status. In front of you have two doors. You go through door A you can have knowledge of the true nature of the universe and the promise that you have to live like a hobo for the rest of your life. In the other door (door B) you have billions of dollars, the adoration of the most beautiful women in the world, the respect of everyone and the promise that you will die without ever knowing the true nature of the universe. Which door do you choose? Let's be real. (Door B)

AC__ 11y ago
Don't be absurd, in what reality can you actually believe any being understanding the nature of the Universe could "live like a hobo" whatever the hell that means. If you were truly intelligent you'd understand money is a man made construct that you've been socially engineered to want above all else as a means to control the masses. You honestly just asserted we're hard-wired to want money, sex, of course, but money, preposterous! I view status much the same, some of the world's most powerful individuals operate in complete anonymity, and couldn't care less about the adoration of serfs! While I don't claim to possess world power, I can assure you I do not seek the adoration of the mindless masses.
- crimsonalucard 11y ago
  Understanding something doesn't change your nature. I understand eating KFC is bad for me. This does not suppress the desire. Money is a social construct that is tied to status. We want money because we want status. You claim not to seek power. But if it was in front of you would you take it? Which door? Be honest.
AC__ 11y ago
I've noticed a lot of people around HN seem to have chosen the blue pill.
api 11y ago
There's an old saying about this: "The secret to success is being smart enough to play the game well, but not so smart you figure the game out. Then you realize how stupid it is and you don't want to play anymore." Someone like... say... Donald Trump strikes me as just the right amount of smart.