Derek
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Blog Hunt

Started this discussion. Last reply by Will Dec 1, 2012. 1 Reply

Alright, so I'm trying to make all the time I waste on the internet at least a little more productive (rather than flipping between Facebook and Twitter). Other than this blog, music blogs, and the…Continue

Fighting tips?

Started this discussion. Last reply by Loki Nov 30, 2012. 83 Replies

Hello all,I'm no fighter, and I don't plan on getting into any scuffles, so this question is moreso one of curiosity than practicality, but still.I'm a small, very thin guy (5'8" and barely 130 lbs.)…Continue

Beard trouble

Started this discussion. Last reply by Will May 16, 2011. 4 Replies

Hello gents, On multiple occasions I've attempted to grow a full beard, but it has never succeeded. My chin grows out very quickly, and continues to grow, while everywhere else lags behind. My cheeks…Continue

A Common Groud

Started this discussion. Last reply by Carl Monster Apr 9, 2011. 37 Replies

(Firstly, this is not a "political" post as I am not pushing my opinions or starting debate.)I would very much like to take time to talk about something significant that the Art of Manliness has made…Continue

 

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Derek replied to Dennis Kennedy's discussion TOP 5 ALBUMS OF 2012
"Tried to put these in order but it didn't work, so NO PARTICULAR ORDER: Mac Demarco 2 Julia Holter - Ekstasis Ty Segall - Slaughterhouse Kendrick Lamar - good kid maad city Frank Ocean - Channel Orange Also in there: Mount Eerie "Clear…"
Dec 21, 2012
Derek replied to Matthew Williams's discussion Surviving the End of the Semester
"I'm a junior going through the same thing, and if I can offer any advice, it's this: you'll get through it. But be warned, it NEVER gets easier to deal with, and every single semester you'll feel like there's no possible way…"
Dec 5, 2012
Will replied to Derek's discussion Blog Hunt
"edwardfeser.blogspot.com -- philosophy, from an Aristotelian-Thomist POV. www.steynonline.com -- more a columnist than blogger, but close enough. Political humor. Damian Thompson on the Daily Telegraph blogs -- news of UK culture, C of E and RCC…"
Dec 1, 2012
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Blog Hunt

Alright, so I'm trying to make all the time I waste on the internet at least a little more productive (rather than flipping between Facebook and Twitter). Other than this blog, music blogs, and the occasional news article, I actually don't read much else. So, what are some intelligent, interesting blogs you frequent? I'm looking specifically intellectually stimulating content, but I'm open to anything.Oh, I subscribe to Delanceyplace, which is a daily email with a passage from recent…See More
Dec 1, 2012
Loki replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"The reason there's been so many 'avoid violence' posts is because nowadays unlike when you were in your late teens/early 20's people are FAR quicker to involve the police. I won't start fights, I'll defend myself but…"
Nov 30, 2012
Sebastian Blanchard replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"Let me preface this in saying that I am 40 years old and it has been years since I have been in a proper fight and I am glad of that fact.  I have read all the posting on this topic and am quite surprised by many of the responses.  The…"
Nov 26, 2012
Peter Ross replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"Some really great responses here, especially the ones that emphasise not fighting. Apart from the very good reasons they gave (jail being just one) the most important reason has not yet been covered: none of the technical advice here is going to…"
Nov 25, 2012
Stein replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"Well you had to to it for work, and probably in some dangerous situations. I can understand that for sure. I liked the adrenaline, using my wits, and kicking a guy's ass who deserved it. Stein"
Nov 25, 2012
Christopher replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"I'll second this; for one reason in particular. A martial arts class will always include repetitive drills. I think you would get half the value of any martial arts class by simply buying a heavy bag and spending the same amount of…"
Nov 25, 2012
Eric Ragle replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"I have a pretty deep hatred for fighting now. I've never cared for it, but after getting knocked to and fro, I came to despise it. I used to miss the adrenaline but I eventually got that under control with meditation."
Nov 25, 2012
Stein replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"In my younger days, i always took a fight to the ground as quickly as possible. You have much more control down there, and can regain control if you can maintain your endurance. Kind of miss a good fight."
Nov 25, 2012
Eric Ragle replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"Hi, I'm new here and this is the first topic I clicked on. That said, I think I can give you some good advice. I'm 35, and I've worked as a bouncer, a deputy sheriff, and also spent 10+ years as a correctional officer. I've had…"
Nov 25, 2012
Lucas Loureiro Mansur replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"As it has been said in this discussion, Krav Maga and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu are the best self-defense arts in the world. I've practiced Krav Maga for 6 months, i sadly had to quit due to pre-med school, but intend to get back at it as soon as…"
Nov 25, 2012
Loki replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"Take a martial art. Never too late. i'm 28 and just 3 months ago I signed up for Jiu jitsu (it's actually a decent mix. MOSTLY jiu jitsu (grappling/submissions) but a sprinkling of muay thai and some other striking. 1. It's always…"
Nov 18, 2012
David R. replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
"Unless you're talking about fighting for sport, which I don't think you are, you want to avoid the ground at all cost. Say your fighting in a bar and someone gets you on the ground. It's over. Everyone has friends in bars and you will…"
Nov 5, 2012
JonEdanger replied to Derek's discussion Fighting tips?
Nov 5, 2012

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Synecdoche, New York, Pulp Fiction, The Graduate, Reservoir Dogs, Harold and Maude, Fight Club, and far too many others to name.
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Hendrix.
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"Men are probably nearer the central truth in their superstitions rather than their sciences." Thoreau

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