This isnt intellectualism.

[pyro_manic]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

I think I grasp what you're trying to say. Much like Catholics parrot what they've been taught in Sunday school (Not to bring up any issues of that sort, just giving an example for those of you out there who tend to jump to conclusions). What this thread needs is a topic. All that i've read so far are a bunch of posts that theorise and criticize Regnier's vocabulary.

[Specforces]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

You obviously missed all of my old topics.

[stretchypanda]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

To all: My real problem with this "Critical Thinking" forum is the critical thinking. It reminds me of goths dressing "to be different." When really, it's just the other side of mainstream, parroting the thoughts you've been taught to think. See what I mean, anybody?

I'm not sure it's a problem to begin to form your own opinions off those of others. First you learn what is "mainstream," and then you expand.

I won't dispute the fact that all to often we see some terrible, terrible examples of critical thinking (A racist government holding back a cure for AIDS, anyone?) Whatever -- it happens.

What's really great about this forum is that it gives teenagers a chance to discuss topics they may not otherwise be able to discuss. Adults don't give teenagers much opportunity to talk about the things that are bothering them. They try, but adults sometimes seem to have a hard time remembering what mattered to them back in the day. We've had discussions on abstinence, dating, Hurricane Katrina, literature -- discussions that may be "mainstream," but that are discussions nonetheless. We start these threads because we want to learn, or share our opinions. Who cares if it's a discussion on why girls only like big dumb jerks who push them around instead of intelligent and devoted nerds? The intention is still to have a serious discussion. Most of the time we get it right.

Edit: Definitely took me way longer than it should have to get this typed and posted.

[Specforces]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

No, he's absolutely right, this forum is a cesspool.
Let the man flex his superior vocabulary.
Let the man crush all of your egos.
I'm enjoying it.

[regnier]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

Panda: I do not mean discussions that are mainstream, rather mainstream opinions. The best example is "Bush sucks!". I mean, it's common knowledge, but so many people seek to gain respect in political terms merely by chanting this mantra.

This is anarchy. This is the iGeneration, personified.

[Kilgamayan]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

What does "solipsistic" mean?

http://www.flashflashrevolution.com/...wtopic&t=34505

[GuidoHunter]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

regnier, you would have loved to be around here two and a half years ago. Spec holds the record for the most threads ever created here (or likely anywhere) that never saw a second page.

http://www.flashflashrevolution.com/...h_id=389211962

http://www.flashflashrevolution.com/...11962&start=50

http://www.flashflashrevolution.com/...1962&start=100

--Guido

http://andy.mikee385.com

[jewpinthethird]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

This, I only got from a few. Tasselfoot, for one, who I neglected before. And a few others just dropped names, which mean nothing. This is the internet: Wikipedia can conjure up thousands of names to drop.

I think this comment is directed at me (or maybe I am just vain?).

iGeneration

Don't get me wrong, but it seems like you are using " iGeneration" like it's some kind of derogatory term. As if you are above such a classification. Are you not a member of the iGeneration? Were you not born in the late 1980s?Did you not grow up using computers? Are you not using the internet right now communicating with people you have not and never will meet? Have you never downloaded an mp3? Do you not own a cellphone? Have you never looked at a pornographic website? Chances are you have done at least one of these things. Thus, making you a member of the iGeneration.

This is the iGeneration, personified.

I dont want to come across as an ass, but not sh*t. This is, afterall, an internet forum that attracts teens.

Panda: I do not mean discussions that are mainstream, rather mainstream opinions. The best example is "Bush sucks!". I mean, it's common knowledge, but so many people seek to gain respect in political terms merely by chanting this mantra.

Most people seek to fit in. It's called confomity and it is crucial for survival in today's society, for the nail that sticks out gets hammered down (or something like that). I mean, this entire thread is a great example of such a case. I am certain you wil eventually get tired of defending your case and when that happens you have two options: leave or conform. Well, there is a third option in which we all drop it...but this is the iGeneration, we ride things until they die (Badger, Badger, Badger, Badger, Badger, Badger, Badger, Badger, Badger, Badger, Badger, Badger, SNAAAAAKE).

This is anarchy

How is any of this anarchy? All I see is conformity.

[esupin]

This isnt intellectualism.

I see here realms of justification and self-denial. Angry denouements and the neologisms of the iGeneration. I see here directionless discontent and placeless rage, common sense and common intelligence. I see here the kind of people who think the world will end in their lifetime, and never realize that's a form of conceit.

All I see here is a group of mostly good people that I respect. I don't care if they're somehow flawed.

I would say that you've not made a very good first impression, if indeed you want to become an active member of this forum. When you come in fighting, you're bound to get some negative reactions (seeing how your first post seems to in many ways ridicule this site).

We must protect this house.

Indeed.
_ _ _

Now, please excuse me while I finish reading the Great Gatsby.

[dontcareaboutmyid]

This isnt intellectualism.

pseudo-intellectuals

I'd like for someone to explain how its possible for someone to be pseudo-intelligent. I mean seriously, either you are smart or you're not smart, there's no middle ground there

[dooty_7]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

a "pseudo-intellectual" is one who believes they are incredibly intelligent by simply regurgatating a bunch of bulls hit that they heard somewhere else.
Think all those people who read "Da Vinci's Code" and try to act like they are religious historians or something.

[stretchypanda]

This isnt intellectualism.

Now, please excuse me while I finish reading the Great Gatsby.

WOO! What a good book. =)

[regnier]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

To Jewpin: Good point. I shall try not use the term iGeneration so freely in the future. Let me elucidate, however: Although I do not conform to every characteristic of the iGeneration [For example, I do not own a cell phone], I am admittedly part of it, and so is most of the board. However, the reason I used it so much originally is because so many people on this board conform to every salient characteristic of the term. I mean, most people on this board seem like mere parodies of the vaunted stereotype.

Don't you find that just a bit strange, or disturbing?

As for conforming: Fitting in or fitting out has never been a problem for me. It is simply a question or problem that never occurred in my mind. However, I know it's a problem for most people, but isn't this the internet? Why should anyone feel the need to still fit in when you're faceless? When you're faceless, you're blameless. Wearing a mask in a crowd of masks makes you free, doesn't it?

One of the definitions of anarchy is: A stateless society. If the forums are a miniature society, then consider how I might be applying the term. Go ahead, it'll come to you, eventually.

Specforces: You complimented me, but I would still have ignored you if someone else hadn't posted up links to some of your other posts. Good man. You're interesting, I think we're going to get along.

[Tasselfoot]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

<warning>Spec is trained in the art of killing infidels and urinating in their empty eye sockets. Such is the way of the USAF.</warning>

[jewpinthethird]

Re: This isnt intellectualism.

Don't you find that just a bit strange, or disturbing?

I hadnt put much thought into it.

As for conforming: Fitting in or fitting out has never been a problem for me. It is simply a question or problem that never occurred in my mind. However, I know it's a problem for most people, but isn't this the internet? Why should anyone feel the need to still fit in when you're faceless? When you're faceless, you're blameless. Wearing a mask in a crowd of masks makes you free, doesn't it?

Because for many of the people on this forum, they arent faceless. Most of the Senior members have posted their pictures, birthdays, phone numbers, and many have contact outside of the forum.

One of the definitions of anarchy is: A stateless society. If the forums are a miniature society, then consider how I might be applying the term. Go ahead, it'll come to you, eventually.

I get what you mean, but I still dont see it. There is definately a hierarchy amongst the members of the forum. There is seniority, and there is an administration to oversee the activities of the forum (which I am a member of). It's not perfect, but it works and keeps the forums for the most part clean. There are rules that must be followed, if one were to violate such a rule they are warned/banned. Maybe the administration isnt as strict as it is on other sites, but that doesnt mean our forum is in a state of anarchy.