Usury

Greed might be a good motivator to move and progress. But when it is enforced upon through a usury-zeitgeist, it will be rather dull.

Survive.

“In pursuit of happiness, smart people often end up dumbing down themselves”

Erol Ozan

Mediocracy is a type of government or social system in which decisions are made based on the average or median opinion of the general population, rather than the opinion of a select few. It is a type of democracy in which citizens choose their leaders and representatives based not on their personal qualifications or experience, but on their ability to reflect the opinion of the majority. In other words, those in power are chosen based on their popularity or ability to garner the most votes, rather than on any particular set of skills or abilities. This form of democracy is often criticized for allowing the majority to make decisions that benefit themselves at the expense of the minority, and for allowing the most popular opinion to be the de facto law of the land. (oa)

AI Created: Artificial Intelligence talking about Usury.

Me: What is the link between usury and mediocracy?

ChatGPT (jan23):

There is a potential link between usury and mediocrity in the sense that an economy based on usury may discourage innovation, creativity and risk-taking. In a usury-based economy, individuals and businesses may be under constant pressure to repay high-interest loans, which can lead to a focus on short-term financial gain over long-term success. This can discourage innovation and risk-taking as individuals and businesses may be less likely to invest in new ideas or projects if they believe that the returns will not be sufficient to repay the loan.

Additionally, in a usury-based economy, there may be a lack of access to credit for marginalized or low-income individuals and businesses, which can limit their ability to invest in new projects and ideas. This can lead to a lack of diversity in the economy, as well as to a lack of opportunities for marginalized groups to improve their economic situation.

Furthermore, usury can lead to a culture of debt, where people are constantly struggling to repay loans, leading to less time, energy and resources to invest in personal and professional development which can lead to a lack of ambition and a reduction of the overall potential of society.

It is important to note that, these are potential consequences of usury and are not definitive. The relationship between usury and mediocrity is complex and multifaceted, and more research is needed to establish a clear link.

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Extra:

• Popularity: The idea that those in power are chosen based on their ability to garner the most votes, rather than on any particular set of skills or abilities.

• Majority Rule: The concept that the majority’s opinion should be the governing law of the land.

• Equality: Since most mediocratic governments are based on the concept of one person, one vote, this system promotes equality among citizens.

• Representation: The idea that citizens should be represented by their elected leaders in the decision-making process.

• Accountability: Under a mediocratic system, the leaders must be accountable to the people they serve.

• Minority Rights: This system must take into account the rights and interests of minority groups in order to ensure fair and equitable representation.

Wikipedia:

• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mediocre
• https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fabian_Tassano (book)

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Books:

1. “The Medici Effect” by Frans Johansson (2004)
2. “The Wisdom of Crowds” by James Surowiecki (2004)
3. “The Culture of Narcissism” by Christopher Lasch (1979)
4. “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle (1997)
5. “The 48 Laws of Power” by Robert Greene (1998)

Documentaries:

1. “The Great Hack” (2019)
2. “HyperNormalisation” (2016)
3. “Inside Job” (2010)
4. “The Social Dilemma” (2020)
5. “Why We Fight” (2005)

Movies:

1. “The Circle” (2017)
2. “The Truman Show” (1998)
3. “They Live” (1988)
4. “The Running Man” (1987)
5. “Idiocracy” (2006)

Series:

1. “Black Mirror” (2011-2019)
2. “The Handmaid’s Tale” (2017-present)
3. “Westworld” (2016-2020)
4. “The Boys” (2019-present)
5. “The Umbrella Academy” (2019-present)

Songs:

1. “Mad World” by Tears for Fears (1982)
2. “Everybody’s Fool” by Evanescence (2003)
3. “Lateralus” by Tool (2001)
4. “Imagine” by John Lennon (1971)
5. “The Sound of Silence” by Simon & Garfunkel (1964)

Artworks:

1. “Campbell’s Soup Cans” by Andy Warhol (1962)
2. “The Persistence of Memory” by Salvador Dali (1931)
3. “Guernica” by Pablo Picasso (1937)
4. “The Treachery of Images” by Rene Magritte (1928-1929)
5. “Fountain” by Marcel Duchamp (1917)

Podcasts:

1. “The Tim Ferriss Show”
2. “The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast”
3. “The Joe Rogan Experience”
4. “Philosophize This!”
5. “The Daily Stoic”

Purpose: to see what’s in common

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— Atotsm (@Atotsm2) August 20, 2022

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