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Unica Zürn – Untitled, 1965, ink & gouache on paper, 65.1 × 50.2 cm

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donotdestroy:

“Animals don’t lie. Animals don’t criticize. If animals have moody days, they handle them better than humans do.”

― Betty White

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donotdestroy:

“Living your truth is daunting and yet empowering, unimaginable but possible, raw and fulfilling. It may be the greatest gift we can give ourselves, but it can be completely overwhelming. As several celebrities recently spoke openly about their sexual orientation and gender identity, they become an example of what is possible, ushering in an era of being oneself completely.”

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“You can’t copy anybody and end with anything. If you copy, it means you’re working without any real feeling.”

— Milt Jackson

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“So bullshitting isn’t just nonsense. It’s constructed in order to appear meaningful, though on closer examination, it isn’t. And bullshit isn’t the same as lying. A liar knows the truth but makes statements deliberately intended to sell people on falsehoods. bullshitters, in contrast, aren’t concerned about what’s true or not, so much as they’re trying to appear as if they know what they’re talking about. In that sense, bullshitting can be thought of as a verbal demonstration of the Dunning-Kruger effect—when people speak from a position of disproportionate confidence about their knowledge relative to what little they actually know, bullshit is often the result.”

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“Scammers feed on the greed and desperation of others, but in the end, they poison themselves with their own dishonesty.”

— Unknown

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donotdestroy:

Why would you listen to an influencer who gave up on their own dream?

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How to come up with a new creative idea?

donotdestroy:

Coming up with new ideas can be a challenging but rewarding process. Here are a few tips that may help you generate creative ideas:

  1. Keep an open mind: Try not to dismiss ideas too quickly and stay open to new and unconventional ideas.
  2. Take breaks: Step away from your work and give yourself time to relax and let your mind wander. This can help spark new ideas.
  3. Seek out new experiences: Exposing yourself to new people, cultures, and experiences can help stimulate creativity and inspire new ideas.
  4. Collaborate with others: Working with a group of people can lead to a greater diversity of ideas and perspectives.
  5. Use brainstorming techniques: Brainstorming is a popular method for generating ideas in which a group of people come together to generate as many ideas as possible, without evaluating them.
  6. Ask “what if” questions: Asking questions such as “what if we did this differently?” or “what if we combined these two ideas?” can help stimulate new ideas.
  7. Keep a journal: Writing down your ideas as they come to you can help you capture and later review and expand upon them.

Remember, coming up with new ideas is a process and it may take some time and effort. It’s important to be patient and persistent, and not to get discouraged if you don’t have a great idea right away.

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Charlie Hebdo: Paris terror attack kills 12

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Bullying behavior

Bullying behavior often stems from underlying psychological or emotional issues. Someone who bullies others may have certain mental health or personality factors contributing to their behavior. While not every bully has a diagnosable condition, here are some possible underlying factors:

1. Low Self-Esteem or Insecurity

  • Bullies might project their insecurities onto others to feel a sense of power or control.
  • They may use bullying to mask their own feelings of inadequacy.

2. Difficulty Managing Emotions

  • Anger, frustration, or anxiety might be expressed through aggression or dominance.
  • Poor coping mechanisms for dealing with stress can lead to lashing out at others.

3. History of Trauma or Abuse

  • People who have experienced physical, emotional, or verbal abuse may bully others as a way of exerting control.
  • This behavior can sometimes reflect learned patterns from abusive environments.

4. Need for Power or Control

  • Bullying might serve as a way to feel dominant, especially for individuals who feel powerless in other areas of their life.
  • This behavior can also be linked to authoritarian or controlling personality traits.

5. Lack of Empathy

  • Some individuals, especially those with traits of narcissistic or antisocial personality disorders, may lack empathy and enjoy causing harm to others.
  • They might bully to achieve personal gain or manipulate situations.

6. Peer Influence and Social Pressures

  • Bullying can be a way to fit in or gain social status, especially in environments that reward aggressive behavior.
  • Group dynamics can pressure individuals to act in ways they might not otherwise choose.

7. Unaddressed Mental Health Issues

  • Conditions like oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), conduct disorder, or certain personality disorders might include bullying as a symptom.
  • Unresolved anxiety, depression, or ADHD could also manifest in frustration and aggression.

8. Seeking Attention

  • Some people bully to gain attention, even if it’s negative, because they feel ignored or undervalued.

How to Address It:

  • Therapy or Counseling: Professional help can uncover and address the root causes of bullying behavior.
  • Teaching Empathy and Social Skills: Programs that focus on emotional intelligence can help individuals understand the impact of their actions.
  • Conflict Resolution Training: Teaching constructive ways to handle disagreements or frustrations can be effective.
  • Accountability and Consequences: Clear boundaries and consequences can deter bullying while encouraging self-reflection.

While understanding these factors can explain bullying behavior, it doesn’t excuse it. Addressing the root causes is essential for both the individual and those they affect.

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donotdestroy:

“Pretty much everywhere you look, you’ll find bullshit. We are constantly bombarded with politicians and “experts” on TV, at conferences and on social media, spouting bullshit. An economist would tell you that it is simply impossible for so much bullshit to exist, because the market values truth, but of course that’s bullshit.”

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donotdestroy:

“You can’t copy anybody and end with anything. If you copy, it means you’re working without any real feeling.”

— Milt Jackson

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donotdestroy:

Why would you listen to an influencer who gave up their own dream?

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“Why a narcissist plays the victim depends on the situation and the type of narcissism they live with. Playing the victim or feeling like a victim may stem from lower self-esteem, low empathy, or a need for control. In every case, because NPD is a mental health condition, this behavior is linked to the symptoms that define the disorder and not to a personal choice.”

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