I guess I will start with a story:
I studied medicine in Oslo, and 5-10% of the students were muslims. Some of them were my friends. In 2010, a year into my PhD studies (also at UIO), I suddenly noticed that the muslims ate the same food as me in the cantina.
I thought, how strange is that, they are muslims and supposed to eat halal, right?
Then suddenly I got it: The cantina had served me halal food all these years without me knowing it so they did not need to make two separate menus. Less money spent and less hassle too. Norwegians eat everything right?
I dug into this, and a little hesitantly the head of student’s cantina (SIO kantiner) admitted that they did serve halal ‘occasionally’. Under a little pressure, he confessed they served halal daily. I said that I did not want halal, and I got them to specify it it was halal food or not.
I did not get any compensation though:
Briefly, the asymmetry of the minority rule states that a few highly motivated (and intolerant) participants can have a huge impact on society, because the majority of people do not care that much (high on agreeableness). Muslims follow the asymmetry of minority rule all the time and get exactly what they want, unless they meet a very stubborn Norwegian such as myself.
The other group that has followed this rule very successfully is the feminists.
Just about 8% of women are feminists, but because these feminists are so authoritarian (they are ridiculed feminazis for a reason), most women just comply with their rules. Both women and men (especially lower status men) become losers under feminism. Women are tricked into working for a career, which go against their biology and feminine nature. Also because the labour force is doubled the wages remain low, which means that a familiy need both members to work, which means women earn more compared to men than before, which leads to that fewer men are able to get married (because of hypergamy).
That is also the reason why career women seldom get married and are unhappy: Very few worthy male partners to select from. Glad for her that she is partner with a wicked law firm for life instead.
Also higher status men can become losers: How funny is it to be the only male doctor or lawyer at the workplace?
The problem with women in traditional masculine fields such as medicine, law and politics is that men are not very good at competing against women. In fact, throughout history men and women have never shared the same jobs. Our male brains are not evolved for competing against women. But it is kind of acceptable for a woman to compete against a man.
I can tell you that it is very emotional stressful working with almost only women. With 70-90% of the law and medical students being females in Norway these workplaces are going to be nightmares for heterosexual males. Expect mayhem in the years to come. I wrote an article on the Norwegian new site resett.no to shed some light on this issue: Klare kjønnsroller som oppskrift på et suksessfullt samfunn?.
Here is a video with Jordan Peterson and Paglia about this topic:
It is tragic how postmodernism has managed to wipe away all the wisdom about gender roles and the differences between the masculine and feminine force that used to be passed down from the generation to the next. I am pretty sure this is the main role of religion. The Truth is that many feminists dislike men, but all feminists want to be dominated by men.
The rule is also the reason why I am pretty positive about the prospects of the @capitalistparty in Norway. We are few, but motivated.
Every intelligent man out there, that actually want the Western civilization to progress, and not to turn into a bunch of failed states, has a moral obligation to try and fight this postmodernist madness.
The best way to counteract the destructiveness of postmodernism is probably just to get married, have kids and be a good farther or mother and a human Being.
I have not yet figured exactly out what my role in this drama that is playing out is going to be, perhaps it is very minor, but hopefully it will be a comedy, but at least I shalt follow the asymmetry of the minority rule as much as possible.
In total agreement, we can see that all these progressive movements that are emerging in the West place minorities as their base, and the radicals who lead these movements also represent a minority within those minorities.
I believe that this is how the world works, 5% of the population is radical, and the vast majority cares little about everything and they adhere partially to ideas, from great revolutions to small political movements, there is always that radical minority that guides the group.
But there comes a time when these ideas are already very detached from the majority of the population, and then begins to push against that minority, Maximilien Robespierre can be a good example of what happens then, although of course, the time has changed.
Agreed, but even if you are not 'radical' you can utilise the law to make an impact. It is just a minority that is standing up for what you believe they believe is right, but that does not make you radical, it is just common sense. Most people are shepples imho.
Of course, with "radical" I mean the people most attached to the goals and ideas of the group, a minority that, nonetheless, leads the group and occupies the most important role.
I also share the opinion that the majority of people are sheep, in a subconscious and almost involuntary way, that is why they need a minority to guide them.
Agreed. I think even I have been a little brainwashed by all the talk about radicalization and stuff. I get almost like Nazi or ISIS associations when I hear the word radical. But you are correct. I am glad you use radical in its supposed meaning again:)
You're right. Smart people who want Western civilization to progress should at the root of all the insane antics of society, of the very birth of absorbing a child, that a woman should give birth to children and cherish the family hearth, and a man to provide for the family then there would not be problems now. You can not go against nature.
Indeed. But I would rephrase you a little: Humans cannot go against humanity:) Animal or not.
Pretty heavy stuff man.
I often find it unrewarding to have this conversation with anyone as most end up being either bitter misogynists or militant disruptors looking to win an argument.
Such a sane approach to a touchy subject.
Pretty good stuff bro
i agree with you to get married, have kids and be a good father or mother and a human Being.
Its the main point @janusface 👫👫👪👪👪
you have showed the real face of the society starting from a different story and by taking us on different avenues where we fail to admit the things are not happening in the favor of most of us..mostly the female :)great one :)
Would love if you wrote more on philosophy, politics and culture. First article of yours I read with much interest. I don't have much to add, but I very much enjoyed reading this.
Good to see you linking Jordan Peterson as well :) I myself have encountered the feeling of uncertainty when working in environments mainly dominated by women.
Thank for this post @janusface I believe that this is how the world works, 5% of the population is radical, and the vast majority cares little about everything and they adhere partially to ideas, from great revolutions to small political movements, there is always that radical minority that guides the group....??
Jesus Christ another pseudo-nationalist talking about "muh culture". How about this, instead of using personal anecdotes and vague notions about "nature" use real factual arguments based on psychology. I'm not agreeing or disagreeing, but instead of relying on a youtube psychologist/pop-philosophers such as Jordan Peterson, do the research for yourself. Stop parroting ideas which you see on the internet and passing them off as yours, it's intellectually lazy and unoriginal. Again, I'm not saying your argument is right or wrong, just totally unsubstantiated and unoriginal. Your one link besides a link to your blog just goes to the wikipedia page for Hypergamy.
very nice tropics .
i hope we should come out from this problem..
This is so great! You got the great point here....
this is a good post.
Have you ever tried a food kosher?
Halal food is better for your health, because it is better for the body ...
really this is greet one
you have reviewed the nowadays society in a very philosophical way..good job
Well life is full of experiences and this was one such thanks for sharing about it
After all its all about family
never had such experience in life till but thanks for sharing your experience over the time
i too had some Muslims friend never had this type of experience in my university
but today's women are really changing that mindset
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Interesting infomration and perspectives. I asume you are from Norway from what you write here. (eg og, alltid kjekt å finna andre Norske på steemit :) ) I also asume from this that you are now inside the Norwegen univerceties, so you can then confirm that what Jordan B. Petersen talks about and critisice is/is not also, more or less, taking place in Norwegen univerceties? I agree with that effect being a negative development.
Jordan Peterson have alot of valuable thinking that he shares in his videos.
Question: what is the diference between halal and "standard" meat ? Is it this spesial way that the animal is to be killed according to theyre idologies? And what is you reason for wanting "standard" meat insted in relation to that diference? IM just curious.
The role one plays in any societal issue that one takes a stand against is always a question that wil not be answered until later. But my take is to not use party politics unless strictly needed, as thats a old ineffective way.
Regardless keep questioning and learn what is true and moral in this world to not get distracted with unnecesery complications. And learn to find yourself ;) Oh and keep fighting against Autoritarianism :)
Lord...can this really be what passes for "philosophy" on Steemit?
In your story, you went years without even noticing that you were eating halal. Your only problem with the food was evidently the fact that your Muslim peers were allowed to eat it with you. I'm sorry, but that makes you a fucking asshole.
Exactly why do you feel that society ought to favor assholery over agreeableness?
I know right, how are people upvoting this shit. Do you know any good philosophy posters/ tags on steemit? Also, why is your comment hidden, did the author do that? I think the whole premise of the platform isn't conducive to any meaningful discussion, people will just pander because they are greedy and want money. Anonymity separates the incentive to post stuff that appeals to the lowest denominator and what people really think.
Yeah, the author flagged me instead of responding. Naturally.
I honestly haven't found any decent content at all, but I've only been actively using the platform for a couple of days now. It's crypto, and it's relatively new, so my suspicion is that it's still lousy with the usual suspects: conspiracy theorists, basement trolls, and edgy libertarian teenagers of all ages.
Hopefully it'll grow up quickly. I'll probably stick around regardless. I already do the same shit for free on Reddit.
Agreed. It is unfortunate that so few people understand what is going on. I do believe that most people are agreeable and just follow orders. Cool! Galapagos is one my have to go list. Guess, I am going to stay in Norway unless I get very motivated to try something new abroad. Going to visit a friend in Berlin soon. That is something I guess:)
@janusface read this, it's very disturbing...
https://boycotthalal.com/halal-funds-terrorists-zakat/
Thanks for your link. I knew some of that already. I believe the kebab shop is used to spread halal and islam. In the UK there is something called sex grooming gangs which target young girls (typically 12-17) and use them as sex slaves (http://www.pmclauth.com/the-book/why-the-publication-of-easy-meat-by-new-english-review-significant). The grooming process often start in kebab shops where the young girls are given kebab for free, but are then forced to sleep with hundreds of muslims to pay of their debt. I guess you probably do not have these problems in Slovenia as you probably have real leaders.
We don't have non-white muslims but we do have white muslims - bosnians and albanians. Most are refugees from the balkan wars. But migration of bosnians and albanians continues today for cheap labour.
So we do have kebab shops. And unfortunately some slovenian companies are trying to appease the muslims and are getting halal certificates for certain foods.
And I see a lot of croatian food products being halal - even fucking cheese products and chocolate. I think I've seen even some serbian products as well.
It's a problem everywhere. Europeans will have to stand up to this at some point or we'll become Eurabia. It's a sad state of affairs and I don't see an easy way out of this.
I'm a white man. Not an sjw or even remotely leftist, given that I'm coming from a country whose past was plagued by communism. There's no way to prove one's manhood online. Nor would I engage in such a trivial penis measuring contest. But I'm confident I'm more a man than any of you trumpets out there. Listen to me and listen well: we will end you. I promise that, you inbred cousinfuckers.
There will come a day when we will face off. And not because of some grand crusade against racists and xenophobes. No, it will be so because the cancer you're spreading is actually an acute form of stupidity. Something that will eat us from within.
We are facing many threats as a civilization. The problems you keep on yapping about are there, but are nonissues compared to other threats facing us. One of them is the trumpet cancer. The "loud and obnoxiously stupid, yet proud" cancer. The mental gymnastics cancer. I promise we will see the end of your kind, maggot.
Hi. I usually never flag people. I like being criticised, but if they do not contribute anything of value to the post I see now reason not to flag them. However, often people are curious to look at the flagged posts. Anyhow, trash is trash, flagged or not:) Thanks for your support , and Steem on!
There is no answer to cancer but that which you've received. We, the common people - not some minority faction - will eliminate your kind (non-violently, never implied I'd actually kill you, you just assumed) or face a new dark age.
Your view on the matter is so simplistic, so purely uneducated and spoonfed by some characters whose intentions you do not comprehend. No, I do not think your friend should eat halal food. I'm an atheist and I do not tolerate any forceful religious imposition. The PC culture is dangerous indeed, but it's misguided affection coming from a sense of superiority and typical western benevolence.
When people have no real problems to deal with, they create them. This is how PC culture was born. But make no mistake, this is a form of extremism that has seeped into western societies out of kindness. The lines were blurred along the way, but the scope of this behavior is decent and human in nature.
Then we have the other side. Extremist in nature as well. But far, far more dangerous. A side which shuns social and emotional intelligence. A side of greed, limitless generalizations. A side which daily loses its touch with a core human attribute: empathy. A side whose means justify the ends, no matter the cost. A side glorifying grobians like Trump and his monkeys, a man whose intelligence cannot be more than that of a boiled potato. The sjws and their cohorts are not my friends, even though we fight the same enemy. We must address trumpism first and then deal with political correctness.
I didn't realize redpill cancer is on this site, looks like I'm out lol.