LachlanUnchained @ LachlanUnchained @lemmyunchained.net

Lachlan, creator of lemmyunchained.net

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Forced is a strong word.

You don’t feel obliged to comply with particular female stereotypes? Dressing in a particular way?

I’m the understudy in a show that’s on at the moment.

Loved for a little in Lapland, Finland. What’s that. Like -20c in winter?

Hottest would be where I line now, Australia. Mid 40’s C is common where I am.

I have to wear dresses on Wednesday’s and Thursday’s.

I disagree. Incredibly uncomfortable.

And I hate the sexual appropriation. Especially coerced.

Meta. They are smashing it with small customisable, specialised models.

Listen to the latest lex fridman podcast with zuck. I found it quite fascinating.

And then there’s worrying about not wearing the same thing twice. My god! Don’t know how you do it.

You're correct that infinity isn't necessarily all-encompassing. Your example of the decimal expansion of 1/3 represents a "bounded infinity," where the values can continue indefinitely but are limited in scope - in this case, to repetitions of the number 3.

In contrast, when we consider the potential configurations of the universe over infinite time, we're imagining something more akin to an "uncountable infinity." This is a type of infinity exemplified by the set of all real numbers between two points. For example, between 0 and 1, there's an infinite number of decimal numbers. This infinity is unbounded because there's no limit to the variation within this set - any decimal between 0 and 1 could potentially appear.

So in the context of the universe, the idea is that given infinite time and assuming no constraints, the possible configurations of matter and energy might resemble an uncountable infinity, with infinite potential arrangements. That means, given enough time, even highly improbable configurations could occur.

Surely morning is after food and coffee?

Interesting. I’ll try find it.

Easy fix. Don’t see a dentist. Many won’t, unless they have a problem.

2fa could be bypassed. Didn’t matter.

All instances were equally vulnerable. But not all were targeted.

Theres been advice on mitigations to prevent this particular vulnerability. If your instance has implemented them, shouldn’t be a problem.

A UI fix should be pushed shortly.

I’m a once before bed kinda guy atm.

Mouthwash in the morning perhaps. Have a bottle in my car.

I made this post, because I have gone through anxious and depressive states where I have completely overlooked it for weeks.

Sometimes it just falls from the priority list. Can be hard enough getting out of bed some days.

It may seem like a simple little thing. But often they are the hardest.

✌️💛

Mouthwash. Tongue scrapers. Multiple times a day. I feel like it’s overkill. But I dunno 🤷‍♂️

Sorry to hear. Good your on top of it 👍

I’m pretty sure the Congo pigmies don’t have the same hypersonic oral b toothbrush as me.

That is not universally true.

That’s a really fascinating perspective, it’s definitely set my mind spinning. I reckon our theories might actually mesh together in a way.

Consider why Victor felt the need to abandon his creation. Was it not in part due to his dread of society’s judgement, which, in turn, highlights the destructive influence society can wield?

And regarding the aspiration to ‘play God,’ could it possibly be an offshoot of societal pressures and expectations?

The novel is incredibly rich, and all too often, it’s overly simplified.

Great post OP, really an engaging discussion. (At least I think so)

Thanks, almost like I’ve answered this before haha

Finally a thought I am prepared for. Haha

I'm sorry, I have to disagree. While I understand that the novel can have multiple interpretations, what speaks to me most is the concept of "society" itself being the monster in Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein."

Consider Victor Frankenstein, whose pursuit of knowledge alienates him from the society that should nurture scientific curiosity. He describes his isolation, saying, "I had worked hard for nearly two years...but now that I had finished, the beauty of the dream vanished, and breathless horror and disgust filled my heart." (Chapter 5) The societal norms that make Frankenstein's endeavors "forbidden" and "unearthly" indirectly contribute to his downfall.

Now, let's think about the creature. Born innocent, its transformation into a destructive entity is catalyzed by societal rejection. The creature's interaction with the De Lacey family highlights society's instinctive fear of physical difference. The blind De Lacey is kind to the creature, demonstrating that without the bias of sight, acceptance is possible. But when his sighted family members encounter the creature, they react with fear and violence.

Rejection after rejection, the creature finally voices its anguish: "I am malicious because I am miserable. Am I not shunned and hated by all mankind? You, my creator, would tear me to pieces and triumph; remember that, and tell me why I should pity man more than he pities me?" (Chapter 17) This lament encapsulates how societal prejudice and rejection can breed monstrosity.

In reading the novel, I see the destructive power of societal norms and prejudice, where both Victor and his creature, misunderstood and ostracized, spiral into destructive paths. To me, society's inability to accept, understand, and empathize is what manifests the true monster in "Frankenstein."

Perhaps it's just my own personal experiences with society, feeling like an outcast, or at least not fitting into social norms, coming through in how I interpret the novel. However, I strongly believe that Mary Shelley's work invites us to question who the real monster is, and I find society's role in shaping the narrative impossible to ignore.

Hmm. Seems to be taking longer as I age.