I uploaded a couple of videos, more to come soon. They are located on the side of the page. One is funny, but both will make you laugh. Those Bonobos, wow.
I want to take a second to rant a little about some things.
As we become increasingly plugged into this technological world, the question asked is whether or not we are becoming less connected in a real intimate sense. In my Social Psychology class today we were discussing online dating and the stigmas attached to it by society. One girl mentioned that her mother had found apparent love online on eHarmony, they were together for 3 years. Her father apparently tries it too with mixed results. We noted as a class that most of the stigmas have dissapated in only a matter of 6 months to a year. It’s not just for “people who can’t meet regular people” anymore. I made the point that in a physical meeting, we judge based on the person’s physical appearance and ask questions later. But with an extensive number of questions and ways to calculate compatability, there seems to be some worth in the online dating scene for some people.
We’ve also talked about shyness in the class. Apparently shyness is on the rise in today’s American society. It is suggested that there is a connection between shyness and our dependence on technology and less face-face interaction. And maybe they’re right. I know all my wasted time in high school on my computer instead of hanging out with friends certainly has hindered my social abilities at later dates.
It’s becoming easier and easier for me to see and understand how all the inhabitants of this planet are connected. People tend to put the homo sapien on such a pedestal, rising above all other creatures tall and small. Yet the more I research into evolution and the like, I’m beginning to think that we as a species are merely a freak set of genetic mutations over time. There is nothing special about us. We are inhabitants of this earth and we need to start taking better care of this place. I’ve been reading about the Gaya theory and Daisyworld simulation as well, very intriguing stuff. It kinda blows your mind a little. The more I read and research, the more I realize that calling my high school experience “education” would be belittling the word. Usually I end up finding out that everything I had thought was correct in the world isn’t correct at all. What a world this would be if everyone realized how grey the lines really are. Nothing is black and white.
Here’s some songs/bands I’ve been listening to this week:
Regina Spektor – Far (album) – I like her more with every album. She manages to evolve with each song. She is a master of melody.
Cold War Kids – Something Is Not Right With Me (song) – Great band, great song, album, etc. The frenetic pace of this song kinda puts you on edge when you are listening to it. It’s one of their fastest songs that I’ve heard.
Phoenix – Lisztomania (song) – Great album too. Just getting into these guys. I kept hearing this song on the radio and had to get the album.
Miss Li – (entire catalog) – Wow. This is how pop should sound. Urgent, creatively melodic, beautiful voice. Let’s hope she doesn’t sell out too bad once people realize how great she is.
That’s all for now. Next time I think I’ll talk about “The Era of Awkward”. And maybe some racial relations within the National Football League.
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