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@donrado how do you feel on this?

2 or 3 ten banana smoothies + a filet mignon + unrefined salt + a bit of mineral rich spring water would be a good day on the Bonobo Diet, 13.5% and 10.5% calories by fat respectively. Scenario 1: 2,000 Calories of Bananas + Filet Mignon Total Calories: 2,450 Total Fat: ~36.7g Calories from Fat: ~331 kcal Percentage of Calories from Fat: 13.5% Scenario 2: 3,000 Calories of Bananas + Filet Mignon Total Calories: 3,450 Total Fat: ~40.1g Calories from Fat: ~361 kcal Percentage of Calories from Fat: 10.5%

@alexanderpixels yup played this way back as a kid but didn't understand it to properly play it lol. graphics were nice though i remember

Anyone play Septerra Core from 1999? It needs a remake or some kind of remaster. #pixelart #ドット絵

@pcgamer Great composer

It's brutal out there: Deus Ex and Unreal composer says he's submitted 50 resumes and gotten one interview in the last year pcgamer.com/gaming-industr…

@gamesyouloved Grandia II, Phantasy Star Online and Skies of Arcadia

Name 3 of your favourite games on this

@oldyzach amazing game

Nox is on the Spring Sale too, $1.38. gog.com/en/game/nox

@Fuzzyness Gg!

Got WR back in Melee All Events 21:41.380 IGT This is my first WR in melee in 8 years :) GG

@Baloney_and @Awk20000 Creativity often doesn't work well under the pressure of losing your job potentially. A good example of how to deal with this pressure is by Satoru Iwata for example. But yea Blizzard is a big company so logically they have to abide by the rules of capitalism.

@Awk20000 So he was unhappy a real job doesnt revolve around vibes and dreams? A Redditors nightmare if you ask me.

Former Overwatch director Jeff Kaplan reveals why he left Blizzard “What ultimately broke me..I got called in to the CFO’s office..he sits me down..gives me a date..Overwatch has to make x amount in 2020..every year after that it needs a reoccurring revenue of x..if it doesn’t..we’re gonna lay off a thousand ppl” (Via Lex Fridman Podcast)

@beyoncegarden would be funny if he monkey bar'd towards her

men are so annoying like why would he do that😭

@beefeater42069 @Awk20000 play some CS2 you'll get your daily dosage of this lol

@Awk20000 That's because you guys play in American safe space lobbies. Come to European lobbies, the slurs never went away. There's like 50 11 year old Russian kids with their temu mics down their throats calling you the n word every 5.2 seconds

xQc is not on board w Asmongold’s I want slurs back take “Just no..I play games off stream..Asmon is out of touch w how the normal lobbies go like these days..ppl are edgy yes but..when somebody says a slur the ppl in the lobby go like, ur just weird..the voice comms go quiet”

@dclivenet My uncle bought it way back on the DreamCast and because of him I became a big fan of PSO. Also became a fan of the DreamCast because of him.

The PAL version Phantasy Star Online v.2 was released 24 years ago today! You won't believe what it looks like now!

@OnThisDayGaming Picked this up with my uncle who had a DreamCast at the time. One of my favorite RPG's ever.

Grandia II for Dreamcast was released on this day in Europe, 25 years ago (2001)

@yuta__ishida @akafaceUS @grok I remember when I went to Japan, Japanese people told me foreigners have often a stronger odor. Mostly I think it's from the diet differences. Maybe genetic too. So once a foreigner has been in Japan for a while they don't smell anymore. Same might be reversed lol.

@grok Which country is this? I'm Japanese, so I don't usually encounter people with strong body odor. Because of that, I'm not really familiar with countries outside Japan or East Asia. Do people of other races tend to have stronger odors? Specifically, which races tend to have stronger body odor? I'm interested in traveling abroad, but this has made me a little apprehensive.

During her trip to Europe, a Chilean tourist was taken aback by the strong odors she encountered in public places. She was surprised to learn that many locals didn’t shower regularly and often just used wet wipes instead.

@sciencegirl Loved the old internet. :)

it’s 2004, when the internet felt simpler and slower

@myownpundit @badazn He's trying to make interesting content by playing devil's advocate probably. If he would agree with everything it would be more boring to listen to

@badazn Sellout joe Guess he needs his alpha brain This the same dude who said “Alex Jones told me years ago About some island and weird Stuff going on” Now look at him acts clueless Pathetic

Let’s fucking go, finally someone on the JRE that gets it… Better late than never.

@ScottApogee Don't you think the threshold now is higher for a videogame to be called "a great game"? I see enough indie success to see that if you make a good game you will still succeed to an extent.

It was 100x easier to succeed in the 90’s. Almost child’s play compared to nowadays. Making a great game used to be enough. That’s no longer the case.

@Supmsx looks kinda cool

Wiz Kids #MSX #MSXWorld game of the week Here is a nice game not complicated to play, just hit the enemies and go to the next level, the boss is waiting for you

@romhackdoting Hell yeah

Tales of Phantasia X - English Translation (PSP) Added romhack.ing/database/conte…

@GKJJ Netjes!

Binnen een paar dagen zit de toko vol. Kaarten vlogen weg. Zijn we met allen erg blij en trots op. Hebben we in die 25 jaar blijkbaar toch iets goed gedaan 😉

@GameDadVII People always hated on games. There was many discussion where people crapped on games because they were on a different platform having never played it in their lives. So I don't think much changed. But it might be more pronounced.

Highguard is another example of why I tire of online discourse regarding gaming showcases. The rise of "anti-fans" is huge. Back in the day if something wasnt for you, youfocused on the stuff you like. Now people put as much energy into hating something as they do what they like.

@Unstoppable218 I had PFS from 2017-2022 or so. Had extreme symptoms for years. I recovered completely so it's possible. Hope you find your solution bro. There are several ways to go about it. You can always message me if you want specific ideas to go about it.

When I was 14, I developed an unrelenting passion for bodybuilding—an obsession that shaped my teenage years and carried well into my twenties. It all began when my stepfather introduced me to the legendary documentary Pumping Iron at the age of 13, featuring icons like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Lou Ferrigno, and Franco Columbo. From that moment, I was hooked. Recognizing my newfound passion, my mom gifted me the P90X home workout program for my 14th birthday – something I had asked for after seeing it on an infomercial. I was ecstatic. I couldn’t quite explain where this excitement stemmed from, but the prospect of sculpting my physique into something akin to a superhero’s was deeply enticing. Determined to commit fully, I had also saved up for a basic set of PowerBlock dumbbells (which I still have to this day) and a pull-up bar for my doorframe. The moment I got my hands on the program, I dove in headfirst. Every day after school, I would pop in the DVDs and follow the regimen with unwavering discipline. I immersed myself in bodybuilding literature, scoured online forums for nutritional insights, and refined my diet to maximize my gains. I started drinking protein shakes, meal prepping, and meticulously tracking my progress. Around the time I began training, my stepfather was deployed to Iraq for three months. When he returned, he was stunned by my transformation. In just that short span, I had packed on 15 pounds of muscle, growing from 100 to 115 pounds. My shoulders had broadened, my abs had deepened, and my chest had become well-defined. I was officially bitten by the bodybuilding bug. Throughout my teenage years, I made sacrifices that many my age would have deemed excessive. While my peers were preoccupied with parties and debating which flavor of Four Loko to drink (no judgment—this is what most teenagers do), my mind was consumed with training, nutrition, and self-improvement. I even skipped social events and gatherings to ensure I adhered to my workout and meal plan. While this may not have been the most socially balanced approach, it was exactly what I wanted to do. However, bodybuilding was merely the catalyst. During this period, I began to envision my future with meticulous intent. I always knew I wanted a career in law enforcement or the military, and I spent hours contemplating my path. I delved into personal development, reading, extensively, books on leadership, mental resilience, and career planning. I took up meditation, learning to tune into my body and mind with heightened awareness. My drive was relentless, and I saw life as a singular opportunity to shape myself into the man I aspired to be. My physical development mirrored this internal transformation. I have always been 100% natural, yet I noticed that I was progressing at an elite level compared to my peers. Around 16 years old, my voice deepened significantly—I frequently received compliments on its richness, often likened to that of an announcer. My jawline grew more chiseled and my presence was more commanding. By the time I was 18, I could grow a full beard. Hell, at times, my Drill Sergeants during Army Basic Combat Training (BCT) even accused me of not shaving because of its thickness—despite having just shaved hours earlier. However, my most defining trait at this time was my insatiable drive. At just 17 years old, after three years of relentless training, dieting, and refining my physique, I competed in my first bodybuilding show in Manchester, UK, as a sponsored athlete. I was flown out on an all-expenses-paid trip to participate in the MuscleMania UK show—a dream come true. Music became an indescribable source of motivation. Every song resonated with a different aspect of my journey, fueling my desire for perfection. I lived in a near-constant state of euphoria, exhilarated by the endless possibilities of self-mastery. The world felt like an amusement park, and I was determined to ride every roller coaster. I wanted to master a martial art, learn how to dance, become an elite soldier like my stepfather, exude confidence and charisma, dress impeccably, and be a pillar of strength for my friends and family—the unwavering rock they could always count on. Simply put, I was determined to extract every ounce of potential from life. I often observed my peers and was baffled by how few shared this level of passion. I couldn’t comprehend their complacency—Didn’t they realize how much life had to offer. There was no time to drink or play video games. Carpe Diem! At times, I wondered if perhaps they did feel this inner fire but simply never expressed it. I rarely vocalized my own drive, but I constantly questioned whether others possessed the same insatiable thirst for achievement. I always felt as though I had something unique—an inherent hunger for greatness that many seemed to lack. This mentality carried into adulthood. I earned two college degrees, joined the military, trained in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, took up ballroom dancing (where I met my amazing wife), and ventured into real estate investment, buying three houses in less than two years and owning four by the time I was 28. I became deeply invested in financial literacy, career advancement as a safety manager, and was even looking into volunteer work. I developed a strong resume, having worked for high-profile clients like Proctor and Gamble, Microsoft, the FBI, and Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) as a safety manager. Watching others passively let life slip by was something I could never understand. Fast forward to 27 years old I made the decision to take Finasteride. I had noticed for the past two years that my hair was subtly thinning. Quite honestly, it did bother me. The image I had worked so hard to attain was now slipping. I wanted to preserve it. I had always been someone that was proactive as well. Any time I didn’t like something in my life, I addressed it and corrected it. When it came to hair loss, I approached the issue the same way I had everything else in my life. I read that Finasteride was the gold standard for hair loss, and that taking it earlier than later was highly encouraged to preserve what you had. I did my research, though. I learned about its method of action, reviewed the clinical literature, watched YouTube videos, and took six months to to fully understand it. Most of the literature I read stated Finasteride to be an effective drug with a high safety profile. I heard some whispers of some people suffering persistent side effects, like erectile dysfunction and low libido, but I told myself that was just anecdotal, and there was no evidence to support the notion of any permanent side effects. I always knew that the Hierarchy of Scientific Evidence always ranked personal anecdotes last anyways. The empirical data was the most important factor. By the time I decided to take it, I wasn’t just comfortable, I was confident. Post Finasteride Syndrome Then, I developed Post Finasteride Syndrome (PFS). When this happened, I lost everything. My once-chiseled jawline softened, my muscle mass depleted, my booming voice became soft and weak, and my masculine features dulled, along with many other horrific symptoms. But worst of all, the drive that had defined me since my teenage years vanished. What the hell had happened to me? How was it possible to lose these physical and emotional attributes of myself? They were mine. Over the years since developing PFS, I’ve studied the role of DHT and androgens, and the answer has become painfully clear. I firmly believe that my naturally high androgenic drive stemmed from a unique genetic profile - highly sensitive androgen receptors and elevated DHT levels - which fueled my passion for life and sculpted my masculine physique. I thought it was all just the result of hard work - and while that was true, it was also compounded by an obvious predisposition. I now realize that not every man is naturally gifted with this biochemical advantage, and that it’s something many take for granted. It all started to make sense to me why I’ve always felt emotions so strongly and had this insatiable drive that my peers never seemed to have. The Hard Truth Here’s a lesson that I believe every man needs to hear: If you are a naturally high-androgenic male, taking an anti-androgen like Finasteride is a grave risk. It is a gamble that could obliterate the very essence of your masculinity - your drive, your physique, your energy. You could be destroying a gift that I now realize not everyone possesses. In fact, this phenomenon extends beyond Finasteride. There is a broader crisis at play - the decline of androgens in modern men. Pharmaceuticals, processed foods, environmental toxins, and other factors have collectively contributed to plummeting testosterone levels worldwide. This is not speculation; it is a documented reality. Just take a look at the hair loss forums. They are littered with men who mock, gaslight, and harass those suffering from PFS. Even if I had never experienced this condition myself, I would never treat others with such cruelty. These are NOT the traits of a masculine man. True masculinity is rooted in strength, protection, and integrity. A man of substance does not belittle the vulnerable—he uplifts them. To those who dedicate entire YouTube channels and forum threads to hair loss and dismissing the suffering of others, I say this: You are not men to be admired. In my opinion, you are the byproduct of a world that has been stripped of its natural masculine essence. True Heroes (See attached photos) Joseph Stanley - a courageous U.S. Air Force veteran who selflessly served his country in Iraq and earned numerous awards, including the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal and the National Defense Service Medal. He devoted his life to helping others, from playing piano to feeding the homeless, all while radiating generosity and compassion. Stephen Kenney - a dedicated police officer who served his community with honor, earning respect for his leadership, selflessness, and unwavering commitment to both his career and the well-being of others. He aspired to be a father one day. Daniel Stewart - a Professor of Criminal Justice at the University of North Texas-Denton. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1994 to 1998, graduated from Kentucky Wesleyan College Magna Cum Laude, and earned his Master’s Degree from Eastern Kentucky University and his PhD from Sam Houston State University. Kelsey Libner - a brilliant and compassionate visionary who, through his pioneering work in artificial intelligence and digital analytics, made lasting contributions to both academia and industry. Over the past decade, these men, and many others, have tragically taken their own lives, driven by the harrowing effects of Post Finasteride Syndrome. What do these individuals share in common? They were men who deeply valued public service, dedicating their lives to protecting and improving the well-being of others in ways that made a tangible, positive difference. These are the men we should look up to, admire, and strive to emulate. They embody the qualities of selflessness and commitment that society should hold in the highest regard. In stark contrast, the individuals who show a profound indifference to the suffering of others are often the very ones who mock, harass, and gaslight those enduring the same debilitating condition. Regrettably, our culture has fostered an environment where such callousness is rewarded, and those who perpetuate this cruelty are often deemed worthy of admiration. This is the reality we have created. A Final Word I obviously won’t claim that every Finasteride user will experience what I have - as a matter of fact, the majority likely won’t, and if you do develop this, you likely won't be hit as hard as I was. Nor am I suggesting that those who are highly androgenic will necessarily have the same reaction I did. However, if you don’t naturally exhibit traditionally masculine traits—such as a deep voice, a chiseled jawline, thick beard, or a strong drive for success (indicators of high DHT and sensitive receptors), then Finasteride may not impact you as significantly. Put bluntly, you may have less to lose (I will reiterate, though, this is not always the case for everyone). But for those who do embody this rare and powerful masculinity, guard your DHT and androgen receptors at all costs. The ability to experience life with unrelenting passion, discipline, and purpose is a gift. Do not risk losing it simply to preserve your hair. I’ve talked to many other strong, masculine guys that are now in the same boat as me because of Finasteride. I would give anything to be the man I was before PFS. One day, I believe we will find a way to reverse this condition and reclaim our former selves. Until then, we must continue fighting, speaking out, and, above all, never losing hope.