The first two months review on 2024 New Year’s Resolutions.)
EAT HEALTHY
Allergies back on … no choice there. Back to chicken and veggies. I miss Pasta!!!!
KEEP WORKOUT SCHEDULE
After a 2 months vacation, steady and strong for 2 weeks.
MAKE A WORK PLAN
Haven’t got time yet…rescheduled for next month.
SLEEP EARLIER
Accomplished – going to bed after midnight – very early!
KEEP KITCHEN TIDY
Best score so far : 20 days with no incidents Current Score: 2 days spot clean
KEEP HOUSE CLEAN
80% Achieved – every Saturday morning
KEEP ENTRANCE ORGANIZED
2 Fall outs … Currently at “Parkour” level.
GET BAD HABIT UNDER CONTROL
Worked with improvements for 3 weeks… Back to full blast!!! Start again tomorrow… maybe the day after… Next Monday for sure!!! (Have until December for completion.. lots of time)
Hey, ChatGPT, how do you describe a species of living beings that entirely destroy their ecosystem?
ChatGPT
We describe a species that destroys its ecosystem as “ecologically destructive” or “environmentally detrimental.” Ecologists often use these terms when a species’ actions or presence causes significant harm or imbalance in its ecosystem.
Invasive Species: If the species is not native to the ecosystem and its introduction causes harm to the native species and environment. It’s termed an invasive species. These species can outcompete native species for resources, leading to ecological disruption.
We did leave Africa a few million years ago and occupied the whole world… and we spread like fire.
Overpopulated Species: A species becomes overpopulated when its population size exceeds the carrying capacity of its habitat. This leads to overconsumption of resources and damage to the ecosystem.
Since we haven’t run out of food, I guess we are still OK, right?
Anthropogenic Impact: This term specifically refers to how human activities, such as pollution, deforestation, urbanization, or other environmental changes, significantly alter or destroy ecosystems.
100% every F**ing time!!!
Keystone Species Disruptors: This term applies to a species whose behaviors or actions disrupt the role of keystone species, which are crucial for maintaining an ecosystem’s structure and balance.
Like driving extinct the DODO, the Passenger Pigeon, the Tasmanian Tiger… but it’s OK… we didn’t know better back then.
Ecologically Unbalanced Species: A species that grows unchecked due to a lack of natural predators or other factors and alters the ecosystem balance, often to the detriment of other species.
Even though it takes us so long to reproduce and reach maturity…and we kill each other by the dozen.
In ecological terms, it’s important to understand that such impacts are often complex and involve interactions between multiple factors, including the species itself, the ecosystem, and external influences like climate change or human activity.
AND NOW WE DECIDE TO PLAY GOD – REINTRODUCING SPECIES IN THE REGIONS WE RID THEM OFF. HURAY FOR HUMANITY’S GUILTY COMPLEX… we will soon be struggling for space again.
“Disclaimer: Modern and old Phobias are real and a heavy burden that limits the lives of those afflicted. They are often treated with a combination of therapy, lifestyle changes, and, in some cases, medication.”
Dear Chaos,
Thanks for our immense ability to classify and categorize everything.
(No offense meant.)
This skill helps us make sense of the world by organizing information into manageable and relatable groups.
These are a few of the new and improved modern PHOBIAS of the 21st century. They are often related to technology, the internet, social media, and global issues—in other words, everyday life.
Nomophobia
Fear of being without a mobile phone or outside of mobile phone contact. This phobia reflects the increasing dependency on smartphones in modern life.
Cyberphobia
Fear of computers and new technologies is not just an older generation fear. Tech-savvy individuals can also develop anxieties related to the rapid pace of technological change.
Technophobia
A broader fear of advanced technology and complex devices. This fear can include anything from smartphones to artificial intelligence.
Phantom Vibration Syndrome
The sensation of feeling your phone vibrate when it hasn’t, which can be a symptom of mobile phone dependency.
Social Media Anxiety Disorder
Anxiety stemming from the use of social media platforms. It’s often related to the pressure of maintaining a particular image or the fear of missing out (FOMO).
Digital Eye Stain
Not a phobia, but a related concern. Discomfort after spending prolonged periods in front of digital screens, reflecting the screen-centric nature of modern work and leisure.
Fear os Missing Out (FOMO)
Anxiety that an exciting or interesting event may be happening elsewhere. It is caused mainly by posts seen on social media.
Eco-Anxiety
Worry about ecological disasters and the future of the environment. Global climate change and its media coverage intensify this fear.
Doxophobia
Fear of expressing opinions or personal information online. The risk of attack or “doxxing” (the malicious publication of private information) is the reason for it.
Online Privacy Anxiety
Concern over personal data security and privacy on the internet, particularly with the rise of data breaches and identity theft.Dear Chaos,
These modern phobias are a response to changes in society and technology. They highlight the stressors and anxiety of our world.
We keep evolving on the challenges of being alive.
I would very much appreciate it if next Year the following could come true:
More money and less worries; More food and less calories; Strong coffee, stronger Wi-Fi; Long-lasting phone battery; Remembering online passwords and where the car is parked; Less awkward video calls; More laughs and less drama; 365 days of good hair days.
While we wait for AI to finally clean the house, do the dishes, take out the trash and walk the dog.
