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Comment on What watch do you wear daily? in ~hobbies
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Comment on Opportunities abound for sumo's governing body as centenary nears in ~sports.combat
TheInflatableKayak Link ParentThank you for the thoughtful reply! The facts that you are mentioning are eye opening and I still have faith with Atamifuji :) I don't think I've seen Kayo fight yet, but since you're mentioning...Thank you for the thoughtful reply! The facts that you are mentioning are eye opening and I still have faith with Atamifuji :)
I don't think I've seen Kayo fight yet, but since you're mentioning him, I'll be watching ! However, I am afraid with Wakatakakage's performance... he didn't look fully healed last basho and this bout (against Kayo) proves it.
Anyway, why can't we start the basho now? :)
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Comment on Opportunities abound for sumo's governing body as centenary nears in ~sports.combat
TheInflatableKayak LinkA good read on the state of sumo and possible improvements for the health and safety of wrestlers during training and championships. The limited visibility of foreign fans is also discussed. I...A good read on the state of sumo and possible improvements for the health and safety of wrestlers during training and championships. The limited visibility of foreign fans is also discussed.
I can't wait for the tournament to start next weekend, there are so many interesting stories to come in this tournament: will Kirishima become Yokozuna? Will Kotonowaka reach Ozeki. Will my little protege Atamifuji maintain or improve his M1 rank? Onosato' debut in the top division will be interesting. Same goes with the return of Hakuoho and much more!
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Opportunities abound for sumo's governing body as centenary nears
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Comment on Tildes Game Giveaway: Holiday 2023 in ~games
TheInflatableKayak Link ParentOops, I was too fast to reply... I appreciate the time I've spent with my family and their overall good health. I am grateful for the new relationships I made this year and I'm looking forward the...Oops, I was too fast to reply... I appreciate the time I've spent with my family and their overall good health. I am grateful for the new relationships I made this year and I'm looking forward the new challenges that come with my new role at work!
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Comment on Figma and Adobe are abandoning our proposed merger in ~tech
TheInflatableKayak LinkI empathize with the employees at Figma whose enthusiasm is turning into disappointment, yet as a customer, I'm relieved.I empathize with the employees at Figma whose enthusiasm is turning into disappointment, yet as a customer, I'm relieved.
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Comment on Tildes Game Giveaway: Holiday 2023 in ~games
TheInflatableKayak Link ParentHey, first of all thank you very much for gifting games. I wanted to try WWE 2K23 so if it's still available, I'd like this game. Thank you and happy Holidays :)Hey, first of all thank you very much for gifting games. I wanted to try WWE 2K23 so if it's still available, I'd like this game. Thank you and happy Holidays :)
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Comment on Tildes Game Giveaway: Holiday 2023 in ~games
TheInflatableKayak Link ParentWhen I saw Otto Save for the first time, I knew I had to do something. Let's talk and Kiss kiss if interested...When I saw Otto Save for the first time, I knew I had to do something. Let's talk and Kiss kiss if interested...
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Comment on Tildes Game Giveaway: Holiday 2023 in ~games
TheInflatableKayak (edited )Link ParentHey, first of all thank you very much for gifting games. Could I have Chivalry 2 Epic Edition if it's still available, I'd like that. Thanks and happy Holidays :)Hey, first of all thank you very much for gifting games. Could I have Chivalry 2 Epic Edition if it's still available, I'd like that. Thanks and happy Holidays :)
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Comment on World’s Strongest Man lives the Sumo wrestler lifestyle for 72 hours | Strength Unknown Japan in ~sports.combat
TheInflatableKayak Link ParentHey, I do appreciate the ping. I'll definitely watch the video, thanks :)Hey, I do appreciate the ping. I'll definitely watch the video, thanks :)
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Comment on 2023 Sumo Finale - Day 15 in ~sports.combat
TheInflatableKayak Link ParentCommunity is a big word, but there are fans in here yeah :) Another source would be the Rumble (YouTube alternative) channel of NattoSumo, he now uploads highlights there:...Community is a big word, but there are fans in here yeah :)
Another source would be the Rumble (YouTube alternative) channel of NattoSumo, he now uploads highlights there: http://rumble.com/user/NattoSumo.
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Comment on 2023 Sumo Finale - Day 15 in ~sports.combat
TheInflatableKayak Link ParentYes! Fan since summer 2020. Religiously watching all the bouts with a few friends I was able to get on board. Lately, it's been difficult to synchronize to watch as a group, but I cherish these...Yes! Fan since summer 2020. Religiously watching all the bouts with a few friends I was able to get on board. Lately, it's been difficult to synchronize to watch as a group, but I cherish these moments. How about you?
Yokozunas have been shy since we started watching... so we can't wait to see who's gonna be the next Yokozuna. Kirishima is promising, the new name maybe ?! :)
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Comment on 2023 Sumo Finale - Day 15 in ~sports.combat
TheInflatableKayak Link ParentThank you for sharing!Thank you for sharing!
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2023 Sumo Finale - Day 15
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Comment on Videoconference fatigue from a neurophysiological perspective (first neurophysiological evidence) in ~science
TheInflatableKayak LinkThe worldwide videoconferencing market was estimated at 25 billion US dollars in 2022 and is projected to experience an annual growth rate of over 10% from 2023 to 2032, resulting in a market size of 65 billion US dollars in 2032; the primary driver behind this and similar market forecasts is the increasing trend of remote work and online learning. Thus, videoconferencing as a means of communication in both business and society is expected to gain further significance in the future, building upon an already high level of adoption today. Due to several findings from survey studies in recent years reporting on fatigue as a consequence of videoconferencing we conducted an experimental study to compare the fatigue effects of communication through a videoconferencing tool versus face-to-face communication. In our study, importantly, we employed both survey instruments and neurophysiological measurement methods to assess fatigue. We collected and analyzed EEG (continuous and event-related) and ECG (HR and HRV) data. Our neurophysiological data—together with the self-report data—show that videoconferencing, if compared to a face-to-face condition, results in neurophysiological changes which, based on existing literature, indicate fatigue. Thus, our results suggest that use of videoconferencing may lead to cognitive costs, which must not be ignored by individuals and organizations. However, as it is unrealistic to recommend completely abstaining from the use of videoconferencing tools, the future study of effective countermeasures to reduce the fatigue and stress potential of videoconferencing will be critical for sustaining human well-being and health in an increasingly digital world.
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Videoconference fatigue from a neurophysiological perspective (first neurophysiological evidence)
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Comment on Tildes' 2023 Backlog Burner: The blaze has ignited! in ~games
TheInflatableKayak LinkHopefully not too late to the party :) Will be quite busy this month and don't have a huge pile of games I've never played, but I'll go for a line to see if I can find gems! My bingo card Bingo!...Hopefully not too late to the party :)
Will be quite busy this month and don't have a huge pile of games I've never played, but I'll go for a line to see if I can find gems!
My bingo card
Bingo! Begins with one of your initials Has cute, feel-good vibes Considered a “cult classic” Has creepy, unsettling vibes Not found on any distribution service Your friend swears it is the greatest game ever Has an animal player character Recommended by someone IRL You paid full price for it You've been meaning to give a second chance Came out more than 20 years ago Co-op game or campaign ★ Has “Super” in the title Has minigames Licensed game Has no achievements In a genre you don’t normally play “When the hell did I buy this?” You don't think you'll enjoy it ROMhack or other significant mod You got it on sale From now-defunct dev studio You've been meaning to go back to Chosen for you by someone else -
Meet Dot, an AI companion designed by an Apple alum, here to help you live your best life
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Chicago doesn’t own its own streets
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Comment on Weekly thread for casual chat and photos of pets in ~life.pets
TheInflatableKayak Link ParentYes, she's a 7 yo female BMD :)Yes, she's a 7 yo female BMD :)
I've been using the Withings Scanwatch for less than a year. I chose this watch for the look first and for its 'smart' features second. It does track my sport sessions okay and count my daily steps with a battery that last for around 20 days.
I've heard horror story regarding the watch durability (often broken after the warranty period), but I'm happy with it for now, and hopefully it will last with good care :)