You’re witnesssing #BombsOverBaghdad for the #AdministrativeState of Babylon.
It’s a #ShockAndAwe campaign against the “Cathedral”, to undermine the #American Republic, hyper-target #institutions of the #GreatSociety, #NewDeal, then 13th through 19th Amendments, roll back the #Enlightenment, then manifest a society where the #Renaissance is “novel”.
The reason it’ll be semi-successful is because the average citizen has not been #ExtremelyOnline for 3+ decades to grok it all.
It’s absolutely feasible to be #ExtremelyOnline, and stay informed, without consuming the outputs of the industrial infotainment / attention economy, particularly broadcast nor cable TV.
Ask me how.
Boost-quoting a post from @molly0xfff with hashtags for broader reach.
https://hachyderm.io/@molly0xfff/112378374281611347
#Psychology #Cognition #Memory #SocialMedia #ExtremelyOnline
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> @itnewsbot 🔗 https://schleuss.online/users/itnewsbot/statuses/112370773431360866
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Extremist Militias Are Coordinating in More Than 100 #Facebook Groups - After lying low for years in the aftermath of January 6, exclusive reporting shows, milit... - https://www.wired.com/story/extremist-militias-are-coordinating-on-facebook/ #politics/disinformation #extremelyonline #politics
Reading https://www.askamanager.org/2023/03/what-are-the-best-and-worst-pranks-youve-seen-at-work.html#comment-4234391 and thought of a #prank that could backfire Very, Very Badly if something Unfortunate happens within the timespan of a physical mail cycle.
1. Timing. This CANNOT be done with someone who is mourning ANYONE, who has anyone even slightly ill, or any bad anniversary.
2. This person MUST be #ExtremelyOnline .
3. You must be on mailing terms with them.
4. A "Sorry For Your Loss" card.
5. You know what to draw on the inside. (You must also be Extremely Online.)
As an #American #MilitaryAgeMale who has been #ExtremelyOnline since #Usenet, I have some experience with people using shibboleths to say one thing as cover for something else, either towards me, but mainly the entire category of The Others™.
I’m familiar with how quickly “otherization” occurs, how shibboleths concretize, and how the worst people weaponize them effectively.
Ask me how I know.
Re-#introduction post:
My name is Sam, my bros call me Panini. My family calls me Sampath, since they can pronounce it correctly.
My cultural origin story is…a lot. I’ve been around. Despite thoughts and feelings of some, I consider myself from #EastTennessee.
I’ve been #ExtremelyOnline since AOL.
I’m a #GirlDad, certified in #MexicoCity Spanish. Es neta, güey, no te estoy chingando.
I’m a #SystemsThinking practitioner, who reads and thinks a lot, writing down what I think.
🖖🏼
@infosec_jcp @dave
I’ve been #ExtremelyOnline for a while and I only understood about 40% of that ☝️
@taylorlorenz and her new book #ExtremelyOnline “on the cover” of @WIRED #books
@the_Effekt @Gardenermerc @PatrickoftheG
I agree this was a fun #ExtremelyOnline past-time until 2016.
Then, a lot of the most “alpha” rode the coattails of POTUS #trollsmanship and, ironically, began blocking liberally.
This mostly didn’t bother me.
The only dude whom I regretted earning the #Twitter Reply Guy block, but was a #LessonsLearned: Tom Nichols
It just arrived and I have never been more hyped for a book in my life
Is it irony? Or just very fitting? That I'm so looking forward to reading this book, but the literal fact that it's on paper and not inside the backlit handheld mobile device with my pocket friends in it, means I haven't managed to open it yet since receiving it last week...
Good Explainer Article: @taylorlorenz on #X/ #Twitter's Collapse
“Elon #Musk makes the classic mistake pervasive among #SiliconValley executives, which is a deep disrespect for their users. This is how #Clubhouse died. It’s how #Vine died. This is how app after app is killed by Silicon Valley hubris: “I don’t care how users want to use this product. I’m going to tell them how to use it, and I’m going to decide who’s popular on this app”
@MotherJones @juliametraux
#ExtremelyOnline
https://www.motherjones.com/media/2023/09/taylor-lorenz-extremely-online-book-interview-x-twitter-elon-tech/
"Acclaimed Washington Post reporter @taylorlorenz presents a groundbreaking social history of the internet—revealing how online influence and the creators who amass it have reshaped our world, online and off."
#ExtremelyOnline: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the #Internet
https://newbooksnetwork.com/extremely-online
#SocialMedia #SocialInternet #Influencers #InfluencerCulture #TaylorLorenz #books
Huge congratulations, @taylorlorenz on the publication of their book. Looking forward to reading it. #Books #ExtremelyOnline
While I was bored, I made a decision to peruse the content on r/occult. In that subreddit, one of the moderators I dislike made a comment that appeared quite banal and dubious, engaging in a discussion regarding the mathematical “clues” within a grimoire.
Regrettably, my enthusiasm for engaging in scholarly exchanges with practitioners of the occult has waned. Within the occult community, the appetite for discussions rooted in philosophical or logical proofs, supported by the scientific method, appears to have diminished. Instead, grandiose and unconventional assertions, such as those presented by the aforementioned moderator, tend to assume central prominence, adorning their traditions with seemingly capricious and artificially contrived attributes that can be overlaid onto a multitude of other conceptual or cultural frameworks. This disposition forms the very rationale for my purposeful abstention from participation on Reddit.
The moderator wrote:
“Your conclusions are pretty much in line with my own. The Seal is a mnemonic wheel that marks the lunar mansion, the zodiacal ecliptic, seasons, months, and a range of other time allotments–and the tutelary spirits ruling them. Although there is a lot more to the Arbatel than focus on the Olympic Spirits, I came to believe that that geometric shapes in the seal correspond with the OS and the text contains mathematical clues about this. The shapes and numbers give information about the nature of each OS. It also seems that the seal is meant to be envisioned as a multidimensional cube–a multiverse with archons (the OS) and other tutelary spirits through which a person can best live in harmony with the cosmos. It is said to be highly influenced by Renaissance era alchemical philosophy, but I think it is also greatly influenced by neo-Pythagoric and neo-Platonic concepts.”
The concept of a relationship between the seals present in grimoires and the domain of mathematics might present itself as intuitive at first glance. However, to substantiate these connections, a rigorous approach is necessary, involving the use of Algebra or Analytical Geometry. Without empirical evidence or algebraic proofs, these connections could be relegated to mere aesthetic elements, potentially crafted to evoke an esoteric aura. Algebraic proofs, rooted in analytical methodology rather than intuitive leaps, provide a solid basis for assessing whether the structure of esoteric entities genuinely corresponds to specific geometries.
In the context of exploring symbols and terminologies, it remains paramount to view them as categories defined by distinct criteria. Consider the designation ‘moderator,’ which encompasses specific attributes. An individual assuming the role of a moderator becomes an extensional member of this category, symbolized by ‘moderator.’
This perspective implies that any utilization of a term exists within a semantic field and domain. A term functions as a symbol encapsulating adequate criteria for its inclusion in the given category. As we manipulate instances within this category, it effectively constructs a semantic field, thereby facilitating algebraic operations. This video presents an example of how the relationship between Algebra and Geometry can be illustrated.
Geometric series: sums of powers of 3 (visual proof)
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This animation is based on a visual proof by David B. Sher from the Spring 1997 issue of Mathematics and Computer Education page 190.
Consider the intricate interplay of definitions within language—each term within the dictionary can be recursively defined by another, engendering a fractal and self-replicating geometric structure. This raises the query: Could there potentially exist an inherent mystical facet intrinsic to the English language itself?
Individuals knowledgeable about the mathematical aspects of Thaumaturgy possess a comprehension that language can be encapsulated within geometric forms such as triangles. However, we acknowledge that this notion might exude an esoteric sense of wonder and mystery, captivating those unfamiliar with its nuances as seen with this quote from The Lesser Key of Solomon:
“MAGIC is the Highest, most Absolute, and most Divine Knowledge of Natural Philosophy, advanced in its works and wonderful operations by a right understanding of the inward and occult virtue of things; so that true Agents being applied to proper Patients, strange and admirable effects will thereby be produced. Whence magicians are profound and diligent searchers into Nature; they, because of their skill, know how to anticipate an effort, the which to the vulgar shall seem to be a miracle.”
Notably, this attribute is a universal hallmark of language, transcending specialized fields. When this concept is illustrated through the medium of magical ciphers, it is carefully designed to enhance its mystique, generating an effect akin to an intricate parlor trick or an impressive cantrip. For instance, Sator squares, with their palindromic properties, essentially function as cantrips. This display serves as a clever method to captivate an audience, resembling a performance of stage magic. Despite the intriguing connections, a degree of skepticism remains regarding the assertion that it directly correlates with a periodic function denoted by astrological symbols, as suggested by the aforementioned moderator.
Furthermore, dimensions are denoted by independent variables—each symbol or term represents a discrete dimension. When terms stand independent from one another, they constitute separate dimensions; in other words, they form independent sets. Consequently, any proposition concerning the geometry of a grimoire should inherently involve the application of algebraic methodologies.
Shifting our focus to the nature of language, the recursive definition of any term within the English lexicon implies an intrinsic fractal pattern, highlighting the intricate layers of language. An intriguing application of this concept involves the utilization of specific fractal geometry manifestations, such as the Sierpinski Triangle, to the terminologies of the English language. This application vividly illustrates the theatrical and embellished components often embedded within grimoire traditions, contributing to the creation of a captivating spectacle.
I have wrote Python code to illustrate this concept, utilizing the subsequent roster of terms:
terms = [
“Nature”, “Universe”, “Galaxy”, “Solar System”,
“Planet”, “Landform”, “Mountain”, “Valley”,
“River”, “Tree”, “Leaf”, “Cell”,
“Molecule”, “Atom”, “Particle”, “Essence”,
“Concept”, “Idea”, “Thought”, “Understanding”,
“Wisdom”
]
Ontologically, languages serve to define and create virtual universes. The dimensions within the semantic domains of a language collectively encompass the entities within that constructed universe. Consequently, the special significance once attributed to a grimoire diminishes, as most languages similarly forge expansive virtual realms, each delineating a distinct universe rather than a multiverse.
This interconnectedness between language and universe-building becomes evident when we consider how we use language to construct fictional worlds. For instance, we can utilize the English language to create entire fictional universes like the Marvel universe or the Warhammer 40K universe. As we engage with these narratives, our minds decipher and decode the language, giving rise to intricate mental representations. This parallels the way magical languages correspond to abstractions, forming a virtual universe inhabited by various entities. Thus, the capability of language to craft virtual universes is not confined to esoteric contexts.
The question of realism raises a distinct topic that surpasses the scope of this post. In terms of logic, existential import hold no relevance; thus, from a purely logical standpoint, we can navigate through idealized versions of this concept without delving into the intricate matter of “Is it real?”
Existential import is a concept that extends into discussions of categorical propositions—a kind of statement that asserts aspects about a category of objects. It involves the notion that the proposition itself suggests the existence of at least one member from within that category. This concept frequently arises in conversations regarding the interpretation of categorical statements and their logical ramifications.
Nevertheless, within the domain of Boolean logic—concerned with the evaluation of truth values (true or false)—existential import doesn’t assume the same significant role as it does in classical categorical logic. Boolean logic primarily involves the analysis of propositions in terms of their truth values and logical relationships (AND, OR, NOT, etc.), with the concept of existential import not being explicitly taken into account.
Magical Ciphers
If you decode the code below, you’ll arrive at this passage. In occultism, sigils often function as ideograms within psychological frameworks, aiding in the organization and manipulation of experiences and concepts. The entities represented within these psychological gestalts of mental schemas exist subjectively and mentally. Sigils can also be used as talismans.
Many magical scripts are essentially ciphers that encode English or Latin. However, there are scripts like the Elder Futhark bind runes that constitute formal languages, not just ciphers. The cipher’s primary purpose is to obfuscate. For example, a commonly seen magical script on talismans is Theban. It operates as a substitution cipher, similar to the one employed in this section.
Here is another magical alphabet for magical scripts known as the Malachim alphabet. This system draws from Hebrew and Greek letters, which are then substituted with the Malachim alphabet. Rather than a substitition of Old Latin characters, the Malachim alphabet is a substitution cipher for Hebrew and Greek.
The code block below represents the numeric values of ASCII. Decoding it involves referencing ASCII values and inserting their corresponding characters. Considering Theban’s status as an old and well-known substitution cipher, anyone could decipher it, underscoring its predominantly aesthetic nature.
I’ve demonstrated the application of ciphers to English by encoding this section using a substitution cipher. This type of encryption is among the simplest to decode, which elucidates why Theban and other magical scripts lean more toward aesthetics than functionality.
This section using UTF-8 encoding
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I just saw on a friend’s Insta story a stupid video of a cop (#ACAB) being disgorged at great speed from a playground slide
Minutes later I saw a post (RIP ‘tweet’) about it in the ruins of the bird app and felt disgusted that I already knew what it referred to
I’ve got to become more offline
I hate what it does to my brain
What else could I be achieving with this time I waste
I don’t know how to quit because I still work in the media industry
Ironically I recently worked on a forthcoming book about how journalists struggle to ‘disconnect’ from the expectation to be ‘always-on’
I’m posting this here as Mastodon is a calmer platform
“..entire infrastructure can arise to foment the celebrity of a person you would have never heard of had you not baked in the furnace of being #ExtremelyOnline: a problem for #SiliconValley tech entrepreneurs.
