Life is deemed not worth living unless distractions from suffering are found, highlighting the necessity of coping mechanisms in a painful existence.
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The post critiques the concept of Secular Buddhism, arguing that the definition of secularism is tied to power dynamics that exclude certain groups. It discusses how mindfulness practices have been commodified within neoliberalism...
The post reflects on the upcoming 38th anniversary of the end of martial law in Taiwan, highlighting events hosted by Touat Books and a discussion among friends with differing views on political recall. The author emphasizes the i...
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2025-09-24 • programming germany linguistics prepositions
The text provides a code snippet for handling German articles and prepositions in a programming context. It defines constants for always-dative, two-way dative, and accusative articles based on gender and plurality. The class 'Ger...
The author compares two types of furniture design: the L-leg stool made from solid Finnish birch and the IKEA Frosta made from bent plywood. The discussion highlights the differences in material usage and design philosophy, emphas...
The author expresses frustration with a coffee milk jug that has poorly designed volume markings, making it difficult to measure accurately. They reflect on their missed opportunity in product design and critique the prevalence of...
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2025-08-28 • community software development github microsoft ai
The author expresses frustration with GitHub's leadership, particularly after its acquisition by Microsoft, highlighting a decline in community engagement and product quality. They mention a recent issue with the rollout of Grok i...
The author expresses concern over the increasing reliance on linktree-like services, particularly in Taiwan with the emergence of Portaly, which offers shop and newsletter functionalities. They lament the decline in web experience...
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2026-02-05 • technology design code large language models ai
Skepticism about LLMs' accuracy in design ranking and coding persists, despite claims of rapid advancements from industry professionals.
Navigating life as an immigrant is fraught with challenges, and having a support network is crucial for a successful transition.
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2026-02-03 • mental health self care recovery venlafaxine
The author reflects on their mental health recovery journey after stopping Venlafaxine, noting improvements and the importance of self-acceptance amidst ongoing challenges.
The author reflects on their journey towards self-acceptance and kindness, revealing that while they believed they were good at being alone, they were often critical of themselves. During a difficult period, they curated a list of...
The author reflects on a challenging week filled with various activities, including reading, band practice, and gaming. They express feelings of inadequacy in their musical skills compared to their teenage years but are still able...
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