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Not that he wrote the headline, but: he certainly doesn't have the face of an 18 year old. I'd actually peg it > 40. One of the distinct pleasures I remember

by finnh 4y ago

Not that he wrote the headline, but: he certainly doesn't have the face of an 18 year old. I'd actually peg it > 40. One of the distinct pleasures I remember from the ages of 18 - 25 is _hanging out with other people that age_. They're not going to fall for it, you'll just be a creepy old guy with a ripped body.

ravenstine 4y ago
How do you do, fellow kids! Of course I think the point isn't to look 18, although I'm sure they'd pay an extra million of that was an option. I myself feel I understand the desire to want to stay youthful longer, but I'd only want to do so if I could enjoy it. I question how many of these ultra-wealthy are actually enjoying life as much as a nobody who gets to spend most of their time fishing in their boat and not be bothered by anyone. If I was a billionaire, I'd be more interesting in having some aspect of my brain rebooted. Some aspects of ageing can be staved off through diet and exercise, so I feel like spending millions to not even look younger is of limited value. What I would like is to experience that "spark" of being a young inexperienced brain that's capable of learning new things fast and finding novelty in the world. If I was a billionaire and I could pay to trigger a new "critical period" in my brain, I'd probably do it.
- smolder 4y ago
  I'm not sure, but it could be impossible to separate that "spark" you're looking for from nativity and inexperience generally. The affinity for new info in young brains and the absence of prior knowledge may be inextricably linked.
  - soylentcola 4y ago
    Not advocating one way or the other, but this is often the reason people give for enjoying the rare/occasional use of things like LSD or psilocybin. By temporarily attenuating the "default model" established in early adulthood - which allows our brains to operate more efficiently by setting much of sensory input and perception on autopilot - one might approach and consider the mundane with the proverbial "fresh set of eyes". I don't mean to argue that this is an ideal way to achieve this effect, but it's definitely a major part of the appeal.
    - brewtide 4y ago
      100% agreed. Oftentimes it seems people try to break out of a 'rut' by placing themselves in a new city, forcing to make new friends, visit new places etc in hopes of finding a spark towards ... Life. The above mentioned chemicals can certainly help provide that new interest and appreciation and I'd call it the next day "clarity" without leaving your lawn. I'd advocate in a reasonable, responsible , manner for sure (with perhaps a 'babysitter' for reasons). If you seem to be stuck in a loop, eyes will be opened.
stuaxo 4y ago
Oh, he looks weird ! It's going to be a long time until any anti aging tech can pull someone out of the uncanny valley.
iancmceachern 4y ago
Exactly, just accept it amd grow old with grace

by finnh 4y ago

ravenstine 4y ago

How do you do, fellow kids! Of course I think the point isn't to look 18, although I'm sure they'd pay an extra million of that was an option. I myself feel I understand the desire to want to stay youthful longer, but I'd only want to do so if I could enjoy it. I question how many of these ultra-wealthy are actually enjoying life as much as a nobody who gets to spend most of their time fishing in their boat and not be bothered by anyone. If I was a billionaire, I'd be more interesting in having some aspect of my brain rebooted. Some aspects of ageing can be staved off through diet and exercise, so I feel like spending millions to not even look younger is of limited value. What I would like is to experience that "spark" of being a young inexperienced brain that's capable of learning new things fast and finding novelty in the world. If I was a billionaire and I could pay to trigger a new "critical period" in my brain, I'd probably do it.

smolder 4y ago
I'm not sure, but it could be impossible to separate that "spark" you're looking for from nativity and inexperience generally. The affinity for new info in young brains and the absence of prior knowledge may be inextricably linked.
- soylentcola 4y ago
  Not advocating one way or the other, but this is often the reason people give for enjoying the rare/occasional use of things like LSD or psilocybin. By temporarily attenuating the "default model" established in early adulthood - which allows our brains to operate more efficiently by setting much of sensory input and perception on autopilot - one might approach and consider the mundane with the proverbial "fresh set of eyes". I don't mean to argue that this is an ideal way to achieve this effect, but it's definitely a major part of the appeal.
  - brewtide 4y ago
    100% agreed. Oftentimes it seems people try to break out of a 'rut' by placing themselves in a new city, forcing to make new friends, visit new places etc in hopes of finding a spark towards ... Life. The above mentioned chemicals can certainly help provide that new interest and appreciation and I'd call it the next day "clarity" without leaving your lawn. I'd advocate in a reasonable, responsible , manner for sure (with perhaps a 'babysitter' for reasons). If you seem to be stuck in a loop, eyes will be opened.

stuaxo 4y ago

Oh, he looks weird ! It's going to be a long time until any anti aging tech can pull someone out of the uncanny valley.

iancmceachern 4y ago

Exactly, just accept it amd grow old with grace