Renaissance Man

Psychologists and therapists offer IQ tests. I'm not sure how much they costs but have heard ranges from $60 - $120. I asked my therapist about them and she advised against it. The question you should be asking is what does getting your IQ achieve? My logic is this: you already have an idea as to where your IQ is (looking at averages and such) why do you need confirmation? What happens if you score below or above what you expected?

My online dating experience has been very similar. Funnily enough the people are so bad it's made me value my relationship with myself much more. I'd prefer to to by myself than talk to anyone on those sites. Sorry ladies but being "Sassy" and "Sarcastic" isn't an attractive quality, to anyone. Nobody wants a lifetime of that bullshit. I genuinely don't care about peoples' hobbies. That's how children make friends, not adults. Do you remember being a kid and saying, "Ugh! Adults. All they want to do is talk". There's nothing wrong with my hair stylist wanting to make small talk; but when it comes to establishing long lasting romantic relationships, talking about hobbies doesn't cut it. This is a good way to filter out the people who want intimacy and relationships with depth. It's also a way to know who's wise and knows how to have adult conversations. Everyone has pointed it out so far: She basically asked you the same question twice. Either she doesn't have the intelligence to understand what she's asking or doesn't care to pay attention. If somebody asks you about hobbies, at the bare minimum, they need to follow that up with the three magic words: Tell Me More. In my opinion, you dodged a bullet. Be happy she didn't respond and go back to look for any red flags you might've missed.

Rule 1! (Or really the only rule): Understand what each part does. Do your research. Here's a website I used when building my computers: http://www.tomshardware.com/articles/?tag=components&articleType=review They have great articles for noobs as well as great hardware reviews. There's one about diminshing returns when purchasing high end parts. I built a gaming rig, something to play my games at max settings. Since you're using your rig for design and programming you'll want something similar. Here's my analysis on the important bits. Case: Bigger is better (if you're a heavy computer user). Yes, technology get smaller over time. However, computers generate lots of heat and need something to keep it cool (ventilation, water cooling). Whatever you choose to keep it cool you'll need space, lots of it. Hard Drive: Buy an SSD. Done. SSDs are better than HDDs in every way possbile (no joke). Even if it only has 200 GB. They're expensive now, but the data transfer is so simple you'll be able to upgrade without having to reinstall everything. CPU: Don't go too cheap. This is the brain of your computer and will need to last you a long time. Motherboard: This part took me the longest to pick. They'll try to throw a bunch of useless peripherals at you. Do lots of research. You'll want your rig as future proof as possible and motherboards determine what you can/cannot put in your computer. I ended up having to make a second computer ground up because my case wasn't big enough and my motherboard didn't support newer graphics cards. Memory: This is what lets your computer do the same tasks without working as much; Helping prolong computer life as well as keeping things fast. Personally I have 8GB (4GB x 2) and I would like to get more. 16 GB is a good place to start. Power Supply: If you want a gaming rig understand the best graphics cards are big and use lots of power. If you want to be able to play all your games on ultra (totally worth it BTW) you'll need a power supply of at least 600 watts. Seeing that your case is big you may want to get a power supply that's modular as well. Graphic Cards: This bad boy will take the load off your computer when playing games. You don't need more than one card (SLI/Crossfire) as long as the one you have is good. I'm not sure how much to suggest paying for this. This is probably the part you'll be upgrading the most; not because it dies on you rather the technology improves enough every 2 years or so to justify upgrading. Essentially purchase your hardware with the knowledge technology is constantly improving and you'll have to upgrade certain parts cyclically.

I have a bunch of Overwatch Early Access Beta keys and figured I'd throw them out to you guys. Post when you've grabbed one and which it is. Also, if you're up to play together my Blizzard username is: WilOtter 1468450629510412456086393 8193145896301316502615548 7056258951023212683726994 8035925971840736492078281

I've had an idea of doing a philosophical D&D show. Have a roleplaying game that examines various philosophical topics. Something that covers family, negotiation, depression, etc. The roleplaying game would be a way to keep it light and entertaining. I love finding new ways to make philosophy accessible and I really believe this would be perfect! Sign me up! I've had two D&D podcasts in the past, but nothing philosophically driven. My specialty is entertainment having done stand up and improv.

The whole video isn't even a story. They talked about the shooter playing video games and a guy he played video games with. Oh, and he may have supported gamergate. And? What does this have to do with anything? Please don't tell me they're trying to link video games with violence. I don't think they're trying to fit a narrative. That's to say the media is competent. Rather, they're pulling stuff out of thin air to "make" a story. Click bait for the news.

On Self-Knowledge Kahlil Gibran Your hearts know in silence the secrets of the days and the nights. But your ears thirst for the sound of your heart's knowledge. You would know in words that which you have always known in thought. You would touch with your fingers the naked body of your dreams. And it is well you should. The hidden well-spring of your soul must needs rise and run murmuring to the sea; And the treasure of your infinite depths would be revealed to your eyes. But let there be no scales to weigh your unknown treasure; And seek not the depths of your knowledge with staff or sounding line. For self is a sea boundless and measureless. Say not, "I have found the truth," but rather, "I have found a truth." Say not, "I have found the path of the soul." Say rather, "I have met the soul walking upon my path." For the soul walks upon all paths. The soul walks not upon a line, neither does it grow like a reed. The soul unfolds itself like a lotus of countless petals.

Welcome! I'm sorry for the terrible stuff you went through. It isn't easy to break that level of indoctrination. I certainly look forward to any contributions you make to the community, and I hope you get much more out of it as well.

Welcome to the community! I suggest also reading "The Six Pillars of Self Esteem" by Nathaniel Branden. RTR was greatly influenced by the work of Branden; reading some of his work greatly complements Stefs.

That's a great plan!

All you need to know is: like will attract like. If you're interested in a wise woman than exhibit traits of a wise man, she will value those qualities.

Take a shot every time you hear the word, "racist".

It's why I don't do stand up anymore. I can see others saying the same, so with fewer comedians clubs won't last as long. Most comedians these days are very "progressive".

Funny you say that, a lack of comedy clubs is a huge deterrent as well. Depending on where you live there's usually one or two clubs to pick from. In Cincinnati we had one club, and the one in Bloomington Indiana was getting all the big comedians. I would have to drive 2 hours to and back to see shows with my favorite performers.