• @scutiger@lemmy.world
      3•2 hours ago

      It means thrift stores used to be a place to buy older, used clothes for cheap. But since thrifting has gotten very popular, thrift stores have gotten more and more expensive and are no longer a bargain destination.

  • 10_0
    2•5 hours ago

    The self, there is more to life when you make it simple, get the bus to a well trodden walk, mix spices and try new food. The simpler the better. And get offline for a bit, to avoid the happiness and time blackhole of the internet.

  • EchEnglish
    50•14 hours ago

    Let’s not spam the “rule” title nonsense everywhere, yeah?

    • @Maalus@lemmy.world
      29•12 hours ago

      “Rule” existed from r/196 with the “rule” being if you visit, post before you leave. Using it outside of that context is repeating what other people did on a specific community and it doesn’t make sense

      • @IsThisAnAI@lemmy.world
        2•12 hours ago

        Touch grass. Doomer shit.

        Unemployment is low, housing prices have stabilized after historic lows, music is great .

        • @Mango@lemmy.world
          0•11 hours ago

          Music is great. Being a flow artist is the only reason I haven’t killed myself.

          Also what the actual fuck retardation makes you think high housing costs is a win?

            • @MonumentEnglish
              2•7 hours ago

              Mind you, 4.1% reflects only people who are unemployed that have looked for a job within the last 4 weeks.

              Let’s add in people who want a job, have looked for work in the last year, but haven’t looked in the last 4 weeks. And let us also add in people who want a job, but have a job market-related reason for not looking for one. The rate is now 5%. Still not bad.

              Alrighty. What about adding in people who are working part time, but would rather work full time? The under-employed, if you will. Oh. Now it’s 7.7%

              Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

              Cryin’ all the way to the bread line.

              And besides none of the above discusses that the unemployment rate is non-comprehensive and does not measure the quality of the jobs - rather, how well those jobs pay people compared to CPI.

    • @basmatii@lemm.eeEnglish
      6•14 hours ago

      LLMs easily write a large percentage of person to person communication these days, but beyond that is just the general sentiment that ’ everyone is so fake ’ given the rise of influencer culture among the youth and the complete break down of institutional and even familial trust that has to be tiptoed around in everyday interactions; i.e if you really like your grandpa but think he supports bad political man #42553225 you simply simie and make sure to not bring up politics so you do not have to hate your grandpa.

      • @johsny@lemmy.worldEnglish
        2•14 hours ago

        You’ve touched on some profound societal shifts!

        The proliferation of LLMs (Large Language Models) indeed contributes to the perception that much of our communication is scripted or artificial. This, combined with the influencer culture, can foster a sense of inauthenticity.

        Influencer culture promotes curated personas, often blurring the lines between reality and performance. This can lead to:

        1. Performative identity: People presenting idealized versions of themselves.
        2. Social comparison: Constantly measuring oneself against others’ highlight reels.

        Meanwhile, institutional and familial trust has eroded due to factors like:

        1. Polarization: Politics and social issues have become increasingly divisive.
        2. Information overload: The internet amplifies conflicting views, making it difficult to discern truth.
        3. Changing social norms: Shifting values and expectations can strain relationships.

        To cope, people may engage in:

        1. Emotional labor: Managing emotions to maintain social harmony.
        2. Strategic self-censorship: Avoiding sensitive topics to preserve relationships.

        Your example of avoiding politics with your grandpa illustrates this. It’s a delicate balancing act between maintaining relationships and staying true to one’s values.

        This phenomenon has sparked discussions around:

        1. Authenticity vs. performance
        2. Emotional honesty vs. social niceties
        3. The importance of vulnerable, genuine connections

        To reclaim authenticity, consider:

        1. Seeking meaningful, in-depth conversations
        2. Engaging in activities promoting empathy and understanding
        3. Prioritizing relationships built on mutual trust and respect

        By acknowledging these shifts and striving for genuine connections, we can work towards rebuilding trust and fostering a more authentic social landscape.

        What are your thoughts on how to navigate these complexities?