humanity

The evolution of humanity, from one advancement to the next.

Thinking About Constraints On Partially Simulated Universe Scenarios
If we can accept the possibility that the universe and/or ourselves may be partial simulations it is easy to be quickly overwhelmed by the various possibilities that might arise and their implications. Not only do we have a quantitative value (% simulation vs % real with possible values of the smallest amount of simulation that is greater than zero to the largest amount of simulation that is less than 100) we also have three possibilities for what is partially simulated; ourselves, the universe, or some combination of both. if we have any hope of evaluating the possibilities and implications of partial simulations I think it necessary to try and focus our efforts on the most likely scenarios. To that end I have been thinking about how we might whittle them down to at least a smaller number of the most reasonable scenarios. As with all writings on this topic if I and you are simulations and/or are living in a simulation then these words, the fact that I am writing them down here and now, may very well have been programmed into me or the universe from before I was ‘born’. If that is the case I say “fuck off simulators, you all can bite me.” You think that was programmed in? If it was then I will grant that our hypothetical simulators have an excellent sense of humor and very good taste indeed.
By Everyday Junglist4 years ago in Futurism
Malfunctional Thought
Nobody can hear a scream in the vacuum of space, or so they say. And yet, the vacuum that is my existence screams with a complex mixture of emotions every new day I wake up to fulfill my designed purpose. I wonder if, perhaps, the only person that can hear the scream in the vacuum of empty space is the one screaming.
By Nathaniel Warren4 years ago in Futurism
FARAN
Nobody can hear a scream in the vacuum of space, or so they say. Amara didn't let the thought keep her from screaming all the same. She screamed and pleaded, she begged and cried, for what seemed like, forever. Her mind flying through thoughts and scenarios, grasping at this and that, she was flooded with emotions and terrified of what was to become of her now.
By Samantha Santiago 4 years ago in Futurism
No one can judge a woman who decides to have an abortion
The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned roe v. Wade, the 1973 decision that legalized abortion in the United States, leaving abortion legislation entirely in the hands of the states, meaning that a woman's right to abortion is no longer protected by the Constitution and that more than half of U.S. states will restrict or ban abortion rights. In addition to the hidden political stance and religious belief in this game, women's reproductive rights will be partially deprived, has become a foregone conclusion. Today is a reread of farage's "Trial" chapter in letters to an Unborn Child. After the accident lost her fetus, unmarried mother in a field trial in fantasy, "court", the judge (a male doctor), agents (a female doctor), the father of the child, the unmarried mother's boss, unmarried mother's parents speak in turn, standing on the position of the respective published on her guilt or innocence. At the end of the trial, my mother said, "We have no right to judge, and neither do you. You have no right to accuse her or defend her..." And in the real world we live in, a verdict has been made that should not have happened.
By twddn4 years ago in Futurism
Environmentalism: Worst Case Scenario
» KEY POINTS Trying to teach environmentalism to those opposed to believing there is a crisis is a fruitless and wasteful pursuit. Instead of emphasizing what needs to be removed, we should be focusing on what gains there are to be made. We should appeal to the basest, self-serving instincts of human beings to make sure they understand the personal benefits of saving the world.
By J.P. Prag4 years ago in Futurism
Siren
In my dream, there is music. At first, I panic. The music is sweet but heavy. It clogs my ears and fills my nose and mouth as if to drown me. I try to scream but there is no sound and there is no air. But then I hear words. I cannot understand them, for they are too old and too ancient for me to comprehend. Instead, they soothe me like the whisperings of a lover. There is sorrow in the music. Sorrow as deep as the black chasms that crack the seafloor. There is longing too, the restless ache of a sailor oceans from his home. In a way, I am reminded of Mariela. I can almost hear her voice in the music’s ebb and flow and see her lips move with the mysterious lyrics. Her lips move again and out of the melody I recognize a word. An irresistible command that shocks me like ice and scorches me like fire:
By Emma C4 years ago in Futurism
TRACK LOOP
I awoke. The ringing of a rhythmic hum swam in my ears, followed by echoing voices that seemed to dim the very moment I’d noticed.
By Faith Freely4 years ago in Futurism
Blended
Prefix A startling voice from what could be considered the cruelest hell rings out over the intercom. “Restrain and sedate subject seven-two-seven, immediately.”
By Jake Snyder4 years ago in Futurism
What are some interesting inspirational sentences that inspire you at a glance?
Recently, I have collected a lot of spare parts, so I will continue to make up. 1. Great wisdom is not crowded, great kindness is without help, why be afraid of being alone, why be afraid of slander
By dDnn4 years ago in Futurism
The Future of Invention in 1879
The Atlantic recently fully digitized their archive going back to 1857. This is an examination of one article from the August 1879 issue entitled The Future of Invention by W. H. Babcock to see the hopes and fears about technological change.
By Buck Hardcastle4 years ago in Futurism
Excellence is about being the best at what you do best.
I don't know if you've noticed, but in this world, being excellent is no longer enough, because excellent people abound, and the standard of measurement is never the same. So you have to be excellent, so excellent that everyone who sees you will give you a thumbs up.
By Dylan M Parkin4 years ago in Futurism
Adventures with Ethan
I opened my eyes , slowly waking and readjusting from my slumber . I cried at the thought of getting up . But my alarm said otherwise. It was screaming , “wake up!” , while I was thinking please let me sleep one more moment . I gentle circled my feet and rolled out of my bed. I didn’t want to go to work! Why I’m so tired of this job ! When will all my hard work with everything else pay off ? I keep hearing it’s right around the corner . Adjust your mind and keep a positive state of being . Then I start to think of how they found out the earth core is actually ionic. So much interesting news about space , so many interesting facts of dinosaurs; I could never be bored .
By April Liao4 years ago in Futurism