Usury

You see two old men fighting. What do you think influenced them throughout their lives?

Look at what else influenced them.

“Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius — and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction.”

E.F. Schumacher

It is possible that the two men had some kind of disagreement or conflict that escalated into a physical altercation. It is also possible that one of the men may have said something that the other took offense to, leading to the altercation. Alternatively, one of the men may have been provoked into a fight by the other. It is also possible that the two men had a prior disagreement or altercation that resurfaced in the street. (ao)

AI Created: Artificial Intelligence talking about Usury.

Me: As people feel the tension. A fight on the streets. None is not influenced.

ChatGPT (jan23):

It is difficult to make a direct link between usury and street fights or tension as it could be caused by a variety of social, economic, and political factors. However, it is possible that the negative effects of usury, such as financial insecurity, inequality, and poverty, could contribute to social unrest and tension. For example, if a community is heavily impacted by predatory lending practices, it could lead to widespread financial hardship and frustration among residents, which in turn could lead to social unrest. Additionally, if usury practices lead to the concentration of wealth in the hands of a small number of individuals, this could contribute to a sense of alienation and injustice among those who are struggling financially. It’s also important to note that these connections are complex and multifaceted, and it would require a deep understanding of the specific context and location to draw any definitive conclusions.

Me: Are those variety of social, economic, and political factors not under influence of usury?

ChatGPT:

Many social, economic, and political factors can be influenced by usury, as it can have a significant impact on individuals’ and communities’ financial well-being. Usury can contribute to financial insecurity, inequality, and poverty, which in turn can lead to a variety of social issues such as unemployment, crime, and homelessness. Additionally, usury can also lead to the concentration of wealth in the hands of a small number of individuals, which can contribute to social and economic inequality and political unrest. However, it is important to note that there are many other factors that can contribute to social, economic, and political issues, and it would require a deep understanding of the specific context and location to draw any definitive conclusions about the role of usury in any particular case.

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Hormones that are typically involved in fighting or aggression include testosterone, cortisol, dopamine, and oxytocin. Testosterone is important for initiating aggressive behavior, while cortisol is involved in regulating the stress response. Dopamine is involved in reward-seeking behavior, which can drive aggressive behavior. Oxytocin is involved in social bonding and can be released during aggressive behaviors, but is also important for calming down after a fight.

Wikipedia:

• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Combat
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aggression

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Books:

1. “The Anatomy of Violence: The Biological Roots of Crime” by Adrian Raine
2. “Violence: A Micro-sociological Theory” by Randall Collins
3. “The Better Angels of Our Nature: Why Violence Has Declined” by Steven Pinker
4. “The Lucifer Effect: Understanding How Good People Turn Evil” by Philip Zimbardo
5. “The Social Animal: The Hidden Sources of Love, Character, and Achievement” by David Brooks

Documentaries:

1. “The Hunting Ground” (2015)
2. “13th” (2016)
3. “The Interrupters” (2011)
4. “The House I Live In” (2012)
5. “The Act of Killing” (2012)

Movies:

1. “A Clockwork Orange” (1971)
2. “American History X” (1998)
3. “Fight Club” (1999)
4. “Taxi Driver” (1976)
5. “Goodfellas” (1990)

Series:

1. “The Sopranos” (1999-2007)
2. “The Wire” (2002-2008)
3. “Breaking Bad” (2008-2013)
4. “The Handmaid’s Tale” (2017- )
5. “The Crown” (2016- )

Songs:

1. “Killing in the Name” by Rage Against the Machine
2. “Gimme Shelter” by The Rolling Stones
3. “Bullet in the Head” by Rage Against the Machine
4. “The Times They Are A-Changin’” by Bob Dylan
5. “What’s Going On” by Marvin Gaye

Artworks:

1. “Guernica” by Pablo Picasso
2. “Thirteen Most Wanted Men” by Andy Warhol
3. “The Raft of the Medusa” by Théodore Géricault
4. “Drowning Girl” by Roy Lichtenstein
5. “Death and Disaster” series by Andy Warhol

Podcasts:

1. “Criminal”
2. “Serial”
3. “Radiolab”
4. “Invisibilia”
5. “This American Life”

Purpose: to see what’s in common

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