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Comment · 1 month ago
You're right. Since I'm an introvert myself, I enjoy organizing events and inviting people over, because as the host, I always have a reason to change locations and get some “space” when the socializing becomes too much for me.
Comment · 11 months ago
thanks, title is updated.
Comment · 1 year ago
Comment · 1 year ago
You bet, here's a quote from Wiki:

> Due to the island's unusual geography, it has been described as “the most alien-looking place on Earth”.

Comment · 1 year ago
Comment · 1 year ago
I recently saw a company that uses the 4-day week with 9 hours a day. Skipped right there.
Comment · 1 year ago
In "The Revolution of the Giving Hand" (2009), Peter Sloterdijk proposes replacing mandatory taxation with voluntary contributions. He criticizes the state as a "fiscal feudalism" that expropriates citizens and instead advocates for a culture of generosity, where wealthy individuals voluntarily fund public services.

He points to American philanthropy as a model. Critics argue this is unrealistic since essential state functions depend on reliable tax revenue. Sloterdijk’s idea is thought-provoking but difficult to implement.

Could a voluntary tax system actually work? I really like the idea.

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