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Lars_H
SFN Regular
Germany
630 Posts |
 Posted - 03/03/2002 : 20:57:13
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At Beliefnet.com, the site that brought us the Blief-O-Matic they have among others a test where you can find out how much of a cynic you are.
I was surprised to learn that they named the test "Is Your Heart At Risk?". Appearantly they are of the opinion that a pessimistic-skeptical outlook on life is dangerous to your health.
Comparing the recent collum of "Rationally Speaking" on this very page with the opinion expressed at http://www.beliefnet.com/section/quiz/index.asp?sectionID=&surveyID=53 one has to wonder.
Do you think that Cynicism is dangerous to your health? If yes, might it be worth it?
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Lisa
SFN Regular
USA
1223 Posts |
 Posted - 03/04/2002 : 00:20:45 [Permalink]
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I scored a 12, which is supposed to be somewhat cynical. Big fat hairy deal.
What if fail to see is the alleged link of skepticism and pessimism. And what does heart disease have to do with any of it? I don't buy into bigfoot, UFOs, or quack medicine, so I'm gonna drop over dead from a heart attack?
One caveat, the doc says my mild heart condition was in part caused by the stress of putting up with silly shit for 20 years.
Lisa
If you're not living on the edge, you're taking up too much room. |
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filthy
SFN Die Hard
USA
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Posted - 03/04/2002 : 01:27:32 [Permalink]
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I think that NOT being cynical can be dangerous to your health. And/or bank account.
An interesting poll, but I found that the answers were slanted toward non-cynicsm. To be a good cynic, according to the poll, one would have to also be a complete ass.
"Yes, I am paranoid. The question is, am I paranoid enough?"
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"Don't tell me your doubts; I've got enough doubts of my own. Tell me something you BELIEVE in!"
Brother Dave Gardner
Edited by - filthy on 03/04/2002 05:38:05 |
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James
SFN Regular
USA
754 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2002 : 06:24:17 [Permalink]
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I scored a 6. Unfortunately, they left out my favorite answer to most of those questions: I don't give a f**k.
Oh, well.
"Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who said it, no matter if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your common sense." -Buddha
Edited by - James on 03/04/2002 06:24:40 |
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Trish
SFN Addict
USA
2102 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2002 : 09:56:14 [Permalink]
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28 but only because they didn't have the answers like people are slowing down on a curvy road because they can't drive. Or combinations of both answers, or who cares why there's a line, open up more tellers/cashiers so there isn't as much of a line.
OK, I'm a raging psychotic cynic.
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DVF
Skeptic Friend
USA
96 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2002 : 12:07:04 [Permalink]
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The problem is I need to pencil in my own answers.
Q1. I am in the express checkout line at the supermarket, where a sign reads: NO MORE THAN 10 ITEMS, PLEASE!
A: I amuse myself by making insensitive judgements on the personal lives and personalities of the freaks around me based on their purchases.
Q2. Many large cities have a visible number of homeless people.
A: Thats OK. It's the invisible ones that scare me.
Q3. The prevalence of AIDS has reached epidemic proportions
A: But hey, on the bright side we now have pills for baldness and impotence.
Q4. There is a really important job to be done.
A: I am apt to call in sick.
Q5. The cars ahead of me on an unfamiliar road start to slow and stop as they approach a curve.
A: Then there were lights, and a strange humming sound. Suddenly it was six hours later, I couldn't remember what had happened, but my ass hurt.
Q6. An election year rolls around.
A: I'm getting a vision. It's coming clearer. The next prsident will be a .... yes it's.. a rich white guy.
Q7. I see a very overweight person walking down the street
A: I wonder if he can recommend a good place for lunch.
Q8. I am riding as a passenger in the front seat of a car.
A: I try to engage the driver and other passengers in a riveting game of roadkill bingo. First one to spot 5 of the same animal wins.
Q9. If they were put on the honor system, most people wouldn't sneak into a movie theater without paying.
A: Morons
Q10. I am talking with my spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend.
A: Uh huh. hmmm. Uh huh. Really. Uh huh.
Q11. I am requesting a seat assignment for an airline flight.
A: I try to get something between two very obese people. In the event of a crash they serve both as side impact bags and flotation devices.
Q12. My spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend is preparing a meal.
A: I call the local ER and give them a heads up just in case.
Q13. I see people walking around in shopping malls.
A: I need to get a life
Q14. My spouse, boyfriend, or girlfiend is going to get me a birthday present.
A: What do you mean 'or'?
Q15. Slow-moving lines can often be found in banks and supermarkets.
A: Where predators will try and seperate small or weak individuals from the herd and close in for the kill. It's all part of the great circle of economy.
The wages of sin is death, but the hours are good.
Edited by - dvf on 03/04/2002 13:08:55 |
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James
SFN Regular
USA
754 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2002 : 12:14:43 [Permalink]
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[quote]
The problem is I need to pencil in my own answers.
Q1. I am in the express checkout line at the supermarket, where a sign reads: NO MORE THAN 10 ITEMS, PLEASE!
A: I amuse myself by making insensitive judgements on the personal lives and personalities of the freaks around me based on their purchases.
Q2. Many large cities have a visible number of homeless people.
A: Thats OK. It's the invisible ones that scare me.
Q3. The prevalence of AIDS has reached epidemic proportions
A: But hey, on the bright side we now have pills for baldness and impotence.
Q4. There is a really important job to be done.
A: I am apt to call in sick.
Q5. The cars ahead of me on an unfamiliar road start to slow and stop as they approach a curve.
A: Then there were lights, and a strange humming sound. Suddenly it was six hours later, I couldn't remember what had happened, but my ass hurt.
Q6. An election year rolls around.
A: I'm getting a vision. It's coming clearer. The next prsident will be a .... yes it's.. a rich white guy.
Q7. I see a very overweight person walking down the street
A: I wonder if he can recommend a good place for lunch.
Q8. I am riding as a passenger in the front seat of a car.
A: I try to engage the driver and other passengers in a riveting game of roadkill bingo. First one to spot 5 of the same animal wins.
Q9. If they were put on the honor system, most people wouldn't sneak into a movie theater without paying.
A: Morons
Q10. I am talking with my spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend.
A: Uh huh. hmmm. Uh huh. Really. Uh huh.
Q11. I am requesting a seat assignment for an airline flight.
A: I try to get something between to very obese people. In the event of a crash they serve both as side impact bags and flotation devices.
Q12. My spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend is preparing a meal.
A: I call the local ER and give them a heads up just in case.
Q13. I see people walking around in shopping malls.
A: i need to get a life
Q14. My spouse, boyfriend, or girlfiend is going to get me a birthday present.
A: What do you mean 'or'?
Q15. Slow-moving lines can often be found in banks and supermarkets.
A: Where predators will try and seperate small or weak individuals from the heard and close in for the kill. It's all part of the great circle of economy.[/quote]
ROTFLMAO
Oh, great. You got me in trouble with my teacher, DVF. ;-)
"Believe nothing, no matter where you read it, or who said it, no matter if I have said it, unless it agrees with your own reason and your common sense." -Buddha |
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Slater
SFN Regular
USA
1668 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2002 : 12:21:30 [Permalink]
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Q2. Many large cities have a visible number of homeless people.
Did I ever mention that I have a plan that would take care of both the homeless problem and the pot hole problem at the same time?
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It will sometimes be necessary to use falsehood for the benefit of those who need such a mode of treatment.
----Eusebius of Nicomedia,
[i]The Preparation of the Gospel[/i] |
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DVF
Skeptic Friend
USA
96 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2002 : 12:44:03 [Permalink]
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I like it. I used to recommend a cure for both world hunger and the shortage of cemetary space. The secret is in the sauce.
The wages of sin is death, but the hours are good. |
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filthy
SFN Die Hard
USA
14408 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2002 : 12:55:25 [Permalink]
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Q4. There is a really important job to be done.
"When the going get's tough, the intellegent go elsewhere"
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"Don't tell me your doubts; I've got enough doubts of my own. Tell me something you BELIEVE in!"
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Xev
Skeptic Friend
USA
329 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2002 : 17:36:15 [Permalink]
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[quote]Q1. I am in the express checkout line at the supermarket, where a sign reads: NO MORE THAN 10 ITEMS, PLEASE!
1. I pick up a magazine to pass the time.
2. I glance ahead to see if anyone has more than ten items.[/quote]
I do neither.
[quote]Q10. I am talking with my spouse, boyfriend, or girlfriend. [/quote]
Wait...wait wait wait - which one? 
[quote]
Q13. I see people walking around in shopping malls. [/quote]
As High Priestess of Cthulu, it is my duty to let him know where the good pickins' is.
Thought constitutes the greatness of man -Pascal |
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Physiofly
Skeptic Friend
USA
90 Posts |
Posted - 03/04/2002 : 18:56:03 [Permalink]
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DVF - you had me rolling :D, great answers.
I scored a 20 - smack dab in the middle. Does that make me bicynical?
My wife gets daily emails from belief.net. They're filled with amazingly accurate proverbs on life, and links to free, accurate tarot card readings.
;) Okay, I can't tell a lie, they're filled with crap. Wow, I feel better already, and I didn't even have to repent my sins (which are many).
"Be careful about reading health books. You might die of a misprint." - Mark Twain |
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Lars_H
SFN Regular
Germany
630 Posts |
Posted - 03/05/2002 : 01:05:33 [Permalink]
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[quote]
I like it. I used to recommend a cure for both world hunger and the shortage of cemetary space. The secret is in the sauce.
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SOYLENT GREEN IS PEOPLE!
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Trish
SFN Addict
USA
2102 Posts |
Posted - 03/05/2002 : 10:35:41 [Permalink]
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Actually having liked Solient Green - why didn't I think of that?
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