magicbeanss

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by magicbeanss 10y ago
Treble comes from Old French, while triple comes from Latin. They mean exactly the same thing, and both words started as "triplus" in Latin. "Treble" is more commonly used in British English. In American English the word
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
I like the Full Stack Javascript weekly newsletter.
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
I wish I was like this. It takes me at least an hour to actually fall asleep, even if I'm so tired that I can't stay up to actually do anything.
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
I'm sorry to hear that. But there are ways to improve one's looks and to at least fake being sociable enough.
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
What does "code" mean to a person who doesn't know data structures or algorithms? This man says he's a "software developer". What does that mean if all you know is JS and Angular? Web Apps? I'm a web devel
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
How is this a submarine piece when the author is emphasizing layoffs?
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
This happened to me as well. I went to a two-hour gong-bath/satsang, and was nearly suicidal by the end. To be honest I'm relieved that this isn't unique to me.
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
I'm quite sure that was intentional. They're going for the double entendre (not Batman, but the notion of a force of darkness)
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
I recently re-introduced chicken into my diet after 12 years after being a vegetarian. I started eating chicken breast for breakfast instead of the usual toast and peanut butter, and the difference in my energy level is astounding. I'm
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
I've never been so sad as when I read the New Yorker profile[1] of the creator of Soylent. Most people understand that food can be extremely healthful, and is a crucial part of culture and social bonding. [1] http://www.newy
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
Agreed. I fast before working out in the morning, and usually break the fast by noon. On weekends I'll often eat breakfast and then fast the rest of the day. I'm a woman, and on birth control, so fasting doesn't mess with my
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
Does your startup account for age/interests/education of its participants? I can't imagine a 21-year old Marketing Intern and retired 70 year old would form strong bonds.
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
It might even be... human nature. We're in-group/out-group animals.
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by magicbeanss 10y ago
Yes and it's sweaty and gross and doesn't feel like literally the best psycho-physical experience ever when done correctly with a loving partner.