Extinction of extinction

Hej! Hur mår ni? Thinking about the future, I thought there would be a few good topics to write about. Besides the probable cataclysm that'll happen in the next 50-100 years, I thought it'd be good to talk about the other possibilities of the future. With technology and imagination continuing to be explored, I think in the next 50 years the world will really change.

Considering the last 50 years, we have gone from room-sized computers to mini cell phones that are pretty much free considering their applications now.

It's almost mind-boggling trying to imagine what will happen in science. I think most diseases and illnesses should be pretty much gone by then. It may sound naive to think that everything will be cured, but I think most thing will be that way. 50 years is a long time. But the questions is: how will people be cured?

I think the most probably methods would be energy technology and nano-technology. Energy technology (there are probably better terms such a magnetic therapy and so on) will use light and electricity (or other energies) to heal the body. Similar to those who have "healing hands/minds", there will be a specific energy to heal a certain area or type of disease. It is already used somewhat, but I think it's only beginning for most of the world.

Nano-technology will be artificial or "naturally synthesized" machines (microscopic...nanoscopic) that will enter the body and eliminate whatever infections there may be. It is also in existence, but only starting out. I think both of these technologies will be at a battle with each other. Naturalists will probably agree with energy technology and most other people may think machines are better.

But what happens when, by 2060, we are, for the most part, healthy? We must not forget genetic manipulation that is inevitably going to be prevalent among people. For, what is there to do when you're completely healthy? Customize your appearance, of course. Maybe be something else...a hybrid or "chimaera". Sad days but happy ones are ahead.

The obvious advancement will be in robotics and mind-machine technologies. It won't be pleasant, though. I don't know why people would want to be part machine or allow machines to read your thoughts and so on. But, of course, it doesn't matter, people want it anyway. I think it's a survival instinct so that once we're part machine, we can then become fully machine. I don't see that possibility happening in the next 50 years, but maybe the next 100 years.

I'm not saying that simple things will be impossible, because some already exist! What I mean in the transference of mind and memories into a machine. In effect, a person being able to discard his physical body and entering a mechanical one. Maybe around 2100 that'll happen and be pretty much "successful".

It still seems pretty weird to do so. Will there then be belief in a soul? This is a question that science doesn't like to answer. But if we are able to transfer the mind and memories into a mechanical body, what then? Or if it doesn't work---does that mean the soul does or does not exist?

What do you guys and gals think? Feel free to write. Thanks.

"Dr. John"

Tree of Light

Aloha! Well, don't mind the "Title" too much, but I suppose it has something to do with today's theme. In today's world, there's a variety of social standards. It's happening now that "white people" or "Caucasians" are being handed the lower end of the stick. And, of course, I think that it seems somewhat obvious that it would be this way now. However, the sad thing is is that the "minorities" are doing as bad as what they've accused the "White Man" of doing.

Similarly, homosexuals are also getting the upper hand and heterosexuals will slowly become extinct. Yes, I am exaggerating. However, considering that there are probably more homosexuals than people think there are (or, at least, bisexuals), maybe the ratio has already been reversed!

We all think things are in such a way that in reality it may be quite different. There are probably more disabled or "physically challenged" individuals than we think there are. Isn't having a chronic sore back somewhat of a diability? Or what about hyperactivity? Maybe even being attracted to the shopping mall is a disability.

I think humans of this world are becoming a bit abusive to themselves and others. Whether you're this or that, most people are taking advantaged of everyone else. For example, there are so many children who need to be adopted. Why is it, then, that people aren't adopting them? Why do people have to have their own kids when there is an excess of children already? I know it's different for the parents, especially the mothers (and father if they want a jr. of themselves), but come on!

Then people want sex changes, plastic surgery, or other available procedures just to make themselves feel better. Does it really do so? I mean, does looking like something you're not really make you happy inside? But I suppose the response is that it's their own body so they can do whatever you want. But are these people doing it for themselves or for others? Usually the ones who have sex changes say it's because they always felt like they were the other gender. But most (well, more like some) are also religious, so why don't you accept what God has given you?

But I guess everyone is conforming to a certain way..sort of like a fad or trend. And what about sports and all that? Isn't it just retarded? I don't mean playing sports is retarded, but the sort of clique that forms. In schools they usually teach you to respect everyone (or at least in some sort of religious setting), but what ends up happening? Guys (and girls) are on a team and then don't get along with others "just 'cuz".

But instead of all this drama, why don't people do other things? So much time on these social events, why don't you go socialize and help someone? Sure, in high school and college it's usually required ot have some volunteer hours, but what about because you actually want to do it? But that's not what teenagers or even adults want to do (most).

What we want is to have whatever we'd like and so what if that homeless guy has nothing; or so what if our single mother neighbour is having some trouble---its her fault she's in the mess she's in. What we want to do is not always what we need to do. But of course, we're all brainwashed to want things and to live a certain way...and actually think it's reasonable!

Yes, buy all the new technology and endorse all the companies and corporations that manipulate genes and countries and your desires. But wait---don't forget to help a little bit so it seems like you have some humanity left. Just think a little about what life is about and why you want what you want. Thanks.

"Dr. John"

Warm Moon.....

Zdravo! Kako ste? Today's subject is about what happens when good ol' life decides to give us a push in another direction (whether that's up, down, or into another dimension). Yes, what exactly happens when we die? If any of you have watched shows dealing with psychics, perhaps you have some sort of idea. But what about most of the world that is scared of dying?

Although there have been experiences in which people have reported going to the "hereafter" in the past, only recently have near-death experiences been seen as possibly real and even objective to many people of different beliefs. So what are these experiences all about? Well, sometimes people are in accidents, incidents, or simply in bad health and suddenly they "die". But these are not "full" deaths because they are actually revived rather than remain "dead".

But there is something strange about some of these unnatural/natural temporary "deaths". The strange thing is that when these chosen few trip over the bucket and spill some water (bare with me here), they actually find themselves outside of their bodies and even floating above them! This may seem like a Hollywood movie, but these movies are based on these experiences.

And that's not where it ends. In most cases, it goes on for a bit more, but in some other cases, there's really a "good story" to tell. What is reported by these people is that they can observe and hear what those around them are saying. They are also able to pass through walls and do other dream-like things.

The interesting thing is that when they are "revived" they tell their story and it is actually accurate and true to what actually happened! That is, the doctors and nurses and anything else that happened in fact occurred! Of course, maybe most of you haven't heard these stories probably because not many people are popularizing it. Also, many of you may belong to a popular religion in which the "hereafter" isn't until the "Last Day", or perhaps that we reincarnate right after we die. But what if it's a much more immediate and heavenly experience?

Reading the different beliefs systems around the world, I thought that they were a bit "preconceived" and somewhat "pessimistic" and so on. Why wait for a "Last Day" to live again/go to Heaven? Or why be reborn into a body for no particular reason besides not being "enlightened"?

I thought that these religions weren't necessarily "wrong", but I'm sure that perhaps they're missing or have confused a few things. This is where near-death experiences come in. So after being outside of your body, there are some other interesting things that happen. In some cases people go back to their homes and look around or go around the hospital and wander. But in other cases they see a being of light. This is basically a spirit of sorts that is there to guide you to the next realm of existence. The famous "tunnel" and "going into the light" is this stage. However, there isn't always a being of light, but sometimes people are "alone" (or so it seems) while going through the tunnel.

And of course, at the end of the tunnel is a bright light. Once embraced by this light the people say they feel great and loved like never before. After this, they may also have a life review. In some cases, if I recall properly, that some have life reviews before they go into the tunnel, but I think that usually happens when they have shorter experiences. Life reviews are self-explanatory: reliving what you have experienced in life. All the bad and good. In many cases, they say that the small good deeds, rather than the popular things they've done in life is what is important (and they may be accompanied by other spirits during this review). That's why we shouldn't care much about the materialistic side of this world, but do what is right for the good of allkind.

But while in the light, they also are able to interact with other souls and many times it is their dead relatives. They also say that this "realm" (well, Utopia/Heaven, usually) is really wonderful. Whether there are magnificent fairy tale-like buildings or simply flowers that are shining with colours, it really is the place you want to stay...forever. However, that's not where it ends (obviously). They are usually asked/told to return to Earth, but in some cases they are asked to stay, but choose to go back. Then comes the part which they dread: they're yanked back through the tunnel and back into their bodies. However, although somewhat sad that they had to leave (most of them), they feel better and change (for the better).

Doesn't that sound awesome? I have to warn you, though, that this may not be the case for suicides and "traumatized" souls. For suicides it happens that they may experience a dark and sad place. So anyone thinking this is the way, you should reconsider. Some near-death experiencers also go to a sort of "hell-like" place, but not necessarily with a demon of some sort and so on, but with much hatred and dread all around. It may be a wasteland of some sort or a place where people are literally "out of their mind".

But for the most part, I hope, the experience is great. But you see, some people are somewhat attached to this Earth life. After death they remain as ghosts. Ghosts have been portrayed as troubled spirits, and so many psychics feel like they have to send them "to the light". This is not the case for near-death experiencers, since they're obviously not fully dead. But I think that no one should be too attached or troubled, because staying around won't do you much good. The "unfinished business" you have must be resolved in this life or at least try to resolve it quickly after you die!

I think though, that there should be other spirits trying to assist you when you do die. So rather than tell them to go to you know where, maybe you should think about where you are (i.e. in a sort of limbo dimension). I think this applies to anyone who dies and finds themselves basically "invisible" to everyone else. Sure you can look around and be a "peeping-Tom" of sorts, (honestly, for God's sake), but to stay around instead of go to where you probably should is a bit disheartening.

Well, I hope that was somewhat interesting. And of course, these are not necessarily truths, but they shouldn't be discounted. Feel free to comment (or e-mail) or ask questions! Thanks.

"Dr. John"

Cold Sun...

Shalom aleikum...:) I'm sure some of you will like that. Anyway, walking around today and thinking what a nice day for a good thought. Today's topic is the way we view things. Why is it that we see the nagatives so easily? We're worried about grades, money, family, friends, and so on. What about relaxing a little bit? I don't mean we all become bums/low-lifes, but what is our rush and why do we take life so seriously?

Many different studies have suggested (and some claim) that our negative (and positive) thoughts manifest themselves into physical forms. So if you're having heart problems, maybe it's not because you've been eating fatty foods. Nonetheless, they could be clogged because you have "willingly" supressed your immune sytem. Of course, this makes mainstream scientists a bit agitated because the mind-body connection has been continously asserted by spiritualists, philosophers, mystics, and so on.

But why should there be any such "emotion" for these scientists? I think it's somewhat obvious that the mind can influence the body and even create physicality simply by thought. However, this concept is dangerous because people will use it against other people. I suggest that those who try to do so (whether on themselves or others) should not (in a negative fashion), because it won't help anyone. And if you want to harm anyone, you should reconsider.

On a lighter note, once we have control over our own minds we can help ourselves in positive ways. We could also help others if they accept it. There are also studies where simple prayer changed the crime rate of a city or healed a person from afar. I think people of my generation and everyone else should try to bring good things into this world because bad things are way too common, aren't they? And it's really easy to make the wrong choice, at least in this nutty world.

So if anyone happens to read this and is interested in looking up what I discussed, just type biofeedback and scientific research on prayer (on a search engine). And feel free to ask questions. Thanks.

"Dr. John"

Wind gliding down a well.....

Ahoj! Jak se máte? Today's topic is the weather. Recently in Europe there was chaos with winds, rain, and snow (and still happening in some parts). And California and surrounding states have gotten colder weather than they're used to. And here in Canada the weather has been somewhat backwards where the East Coast has gotten warmer weather than the West Coast! Some people say Global Warming, others say it's a natural cycle.

But no matter whether our simple pollution caused it or whether the Earth wants its revenge, of course, what will the future be like? I think that the energy fluctuations will obviously cause some sort of extreme in most parts of the world. Right now it's basically giving strange weather. As some have said, the trees and animals must be confused. That may be true, but I think they're aware of what's happening and maybe they're kind of trying to hide out or get lots of food before much of the "catastrophe" strikes.

I think it's plain to see that if the weather is literally doing a 180 and that sooner or later, things as we know it will do the same. I wonder what it'll be like then? Let's say the next decade isn't too bad (as in world-ending weather), but that in 20 years time it starts really getting bad. Maybe there's a big freeze in some parts while in other parts there's a superwave of heat.

Most likely, there will be "jagged" weather. (Yes, I just thought of that.) Anyway, I'd say most of the land masses will be hit hard with cold, but like it's happening now, perhaps the tips of the world and the central area will be hit with heat. Most likely, though, the two poles will probably get most of the heat.

I'm just hypothesizing, of course. So, it'll be very cold for a time in the inhabited areas, maybe till 2100, but then things will start to heat up again. Maybe the warmth of the poles will slowly melt the ice and snow and perhaps we'll even move closer towards the Sun. Maybe the Moon will crash into the Earth and push us towards the Sun.

Eh, or maybe nothing bad will happen at all! Maybe just some aliens and the like! What do you think? Thanks.

"Dr. John"

Change without change...

Bonjour, mes amis. Comment allez-vous? I thought I'd start out a bit differently this time and I hope to add more languages so English isn't favoured too much. I mean, that's the language I speak, but I don't mind learning and communicating in other languages. I hope one day people aren't caught up on their race or culture because they have chosen to live in peace and are happy to learn about, understand, express themselves, and experience other cultures and languages. And maybe one day we won't look with a material outlook, but a mindful and heartfelt one.

One of the biggest problems that I can see in the world today is human carelessness. No, I'm not a misanthrope, but the seemingly obvious truth must be discussed and worked upon. Why, after how many millenia, are we still fighting, being greedy, losing our pants at the drop of a hat, and honestly being the opposite of what our positive potential is? Where is this conformation to capitalism/hedonism coming from? Why is going to the movies more interesting than helping a friend, family member, or complete stranger (in a positive way)?

We have millionaires, billionaires, and possibly trillionaires that exist. But we also have the other end of dirt poor, bum poor, and dying-from-starvation poor. And this stupidity is not recent, but (apparently) has been going on for millenia as well. What for? Honestly! We strive to have everything we want and more for what? So that others can suffer and so we can make even more wrong choices?

I would say that I am ashamed because most people seem to be acting that way. But of course, this is only one perspective of what really exists. I'd like to hear any comments from whoever finds this interesting enough to read. Thanks.

"Dr. John"

Quiet whispers...

Hey everybody! How's it going today? Alright, so here I am writing once more. Today's subject has to do with health. I know many people like "junk food", but not all "junk food" is necessaily bad for you. Not to say that it's the best in nutrients for you, but it's less junk than other junk. What we have to stay away from are artificial flavours and colours. If you look at most chocolate bars, you'll probably find both on them. And they don't list the artificial ingredients, rather, they just say "artificial flavors and colours". It's like when they say "may contain traces of nuts", but don't really specify which ones.

I think the "consumer" tends to eat and slowly poison him-/herself rather than eat to stay healthy. Of course, we can't always be tight-'rsed about things, but we shouldn't be eating "bad" things too often. Smokers, too, are a bit nutty. If they read the ingredients on the package, it does say "benzene" on there. So why don't they just drink some gas when they're filling up at the gas station? It also has acetaldehyde (or "ethanol") which is supposedly the chemical that causes "hangovers". 1,3-Butadiene is another ingredient which at "acute high exposure" will damage the central nervous system. All of this can be found on many sites, so just feel free to search for yourselves!

And the last one is alcohol of any sort. The basic thing is that it can cause cancer. This is basically our friend "ethanol" again. To quote a source:

"Studies have suggested that high concentrations of acetaldehyde, which is produced as the body breaks down ethanol, could damage DNA in healthy cells. … Researchers at the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism in Bethesda, Maryland, have added weight to this idea by showing that the damage occurs at concentrations of acetaldehyde similar to those in saliva and the gastrointestinal tract while people drink alcohol. Acetaldehyde appears to react with polyamines - naturally occurring compounds essential for cell growth - to create a particularly dangerous type of mutagenic DNA base called a Cr-Pdg adduct…"

And we're aware of alcohol damaging the liver and so on, among many other things. So people out there, from fetuses to the living dead, why do you want to lose your mind and your body? And last but not least, we have to add in the chemicals we use to "freshen" things up. Aluminum chloride found in anti-perspirants contributes to neurotoxicity. The air fresheners used (either the ones you plug in or you spray like a madwoman...or man) are not the healthiest. They contain carcinogens and who knows what other "unknown" side effects they may cause (well, the companies know but most people don't). Just search "air freshener toxicity" (on a search engine) and you'll find some web pages.

Feel free to ask questions. Thanks.

"Dr. John"

In the celebrity...

Hey everybody! How's it going? The next topic deals with the expectation of this century. I'm sure many people are unaware of the spiritual and scientific predictions of the near future and even what's happening now. Not because you guys are retarded, but I think it's somewhat hidden from the general public because we're all getting so much media garbage down our throats.
Have you heard of the indigo, crystal, rainbow, or star children? These are children that are supposedly gifted with special abilities and are on the "Earth plane" right now and keep on coming. I don't think most people have a clue what is going on in the spiritual "world". I guess most people aren't particularly interested in these things, probably because they're busy with the "real world". But if anyone happens to be interested, there are plenty of websites dealing with this subject (just go to any serach engine and type up "indigo children" or the other ones). It's kind of strange, particularly because people around my age (and of course, including me) fall into at least the indigo category. But nothing is too strict, so people could be fitted into the other categories as well.
Alright, so that deals with the spiritual side of things. The scientific side is the discovery (perhaps already discovered, but indirectly) of dark matter. Scientists would also like to find the Higgs boson, cosmic strings, supersymmetric particles, and much more. Now, what exactly are these things? Well, to give a very simple description, they're forms of energy which we normally do not observe. I think it's kind of strange that we tend to observe so little, yet we still live in a world which thinks "extra dimensions" and "planes of existence" are still "imaginary". So even though scientists have discovered many other particles up to now, the "material" world is still the most popular of all for the general population. Anyway, for more information, just type up and search the italicized words.
Of course, there's more to each field, but this is only one entry! Feel free to write your opinion or ask any questions. Thanks.

"Dr. John"

In the finality.....

Hey everybody! How's it going? Well, I did write up a blog, but I guess it didn't save it. So, maybe I'll choose another topic. I hope to write about different topics here so that if anyone happens to read this, they won't get bored by one blog, but by all blogs. To start off, what is your opinion on current scientific theories concerning the beginning and the end of this universe? Thanks.

"Dr. John"

In the finality the original...

Hey everybody, how's it going? I hope I'll remember this blog so I can continue writing about different things and not let it drift into murkiness. To start off (this is the original blog), I wonder what the reader (i.e. you) feel about relationships? Many people who write to me discuss about all sorts of relationships, and I'd like to know if anyone who happens to read this has an opinion or would like to discuss their relationships. It's not because I'm nosy, but maybe I could help someone in a positive way. Not necessarily in the pseudo-psychological manner, but in a way that maybe will make you move on or consider a better alternative. Thanks.

"Dr. John"