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  1. Comment on What video games have had you taking real-life notes? in ~games

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    Text adventures! (Infocom/Legend Entertainment/etc) Most playthroughs had me filling up journals with endless notes and maps. They're such a deliciously convoluted bunch of games.

    Text adventures! (Infocom/Legend Entertainment/etc) Most playthroughs had me filling up journals with endless notes and maps. They're such a deliciously convoluted bunch of games.

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  2. Comment on What books helped you deal with the anxiety of life's uncertainties? in ~books

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    I have, and I also find them really comforting. He really has a way with words. By the way, just in case you haven't heard of it, you might enjoy "Everything". It's a chill exploration game...

    I have, and I also find them really comforting. He really has a way with words. By the way, just in case you haven't heard of it, you might enjoy "Everything". It's a chill exploration game inspired by his work that plays audio clips of his lectures as you roam.

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  3. Comment on What books helped you deal with the anxiety of life's uncertainties? in ~books

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    I stumbled upon "The Book" by Alan Watts at the right time in my life and it was a comforting, accessible introduction to some core Vedanta philosophy concepts. It's about the illusion of ego, the...

    I stumbled upon "The Book" by Alan Watts at the right time in my life and it was a comforting, accessible introduction to some core Vedanta philosophy concepts. It's about the illusion of ego, the interconnectedness of everything, and the necessity of opposites. It has a "stoner" vibe to it that could be off-putting, but that was part of the appeal for me. It felt like getting a soothing life lesson from a cool uncle, and I really needed that.

    "Problems that remain persistently insoluble should always be suspected as questions asked in the wrong way."

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  4. Comment on Why Bill Watterson vanished in ~comics

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    His 1990 Kenyon College speech on this topic is something I always find myself returning to.

    His 1990 Kenyon College speech on this topic is something I always find myself returning to.

    4 votes

  5. Comment on I'm trying to find "mild" horror movies, any suggestions? in ~movies

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    Funny Games is the sort of technically correct recommendation that could end up costing someone friends in my view. Psychological horror also exists on a scale and that movie rests far above mild....

    Funny Games is the sort of technically correct recommendation that could end up costing someone friends in my view. Psychological horror also exists on a scale and that movie rests far above mild. As horror fans we are likely desensitized, but a person who is "not familiar or comfortable with horror or thriller movies" is not going to properly appreciate Haneke's metacommentary and be left with a very disturbing, bleak home invasion/torture movie.

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  6. Comment on Introductions | June 2023, part 1 in ~talk

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    I feel similarly about Reddit, although I still enjoy some of the smaller subs. I guess it was only a matter of time before we lost 3rd party apps and old.reddit, but it's sad to see that process...

    I feel similarly about Reddit, although I still enjoy some of the smaller subs. I guess it was only a matter of time before we lost 3rd party apps and old.reddit, but it's sad to see that process actually underway. I've used RIF for nearly a decade, so I'm really looking forward to seeing what @talklittle is working on for a Tildes app.

    It's always nice to meet a fellow horror fan! My favourite has always been The Shining, but lately I've been making my way through the Cronenberg films I've missed (like Scanners) and my love for his work is only growing. I'll watch just about anything I can get my hands on though, and I'd love to check out any recommendations you have. As for a niche interest, I suppose it's not so niche anymore, but I collect tarot cards and enjoy stumbling upon interesting decks and discussing the art. I don't see them as magical, but I find them really calming as a mindful exercise.

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  7. Comment on Introductions | June 2023, part 1 in ~talk

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    Hello, everyone! Like most here, I'm in from Reddit, and really enjoying the old internet feel. I mostly like talking/reading about games, PC building, horror movies, and random niche interests....

    Hello, everyone! Like most here, I'm in from Reddit, and really enjoying the old internet feel. I mostly like talking/reading about games, PC building, horror movies, and random niche interests. I'm looking forward to both lurking and hopefully contributing here!

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