words to live by

[madd0c0t0r2]

I was an owner of the seventy maxims of maximally effective mercenaries: https://schlockmercenary.fandom.com/wik ... ercenaries

I'm currently drawing a set of fifteen principles of aikido for a christmas present, and the two together got me thinking - what are your words to live by?


1. People are people are people
2. This too shall pass
3. Paper don't crash
4. Chaos spills
5. Confuse them with directness
6. Lead by curiosity

[madd0c0t0r2]

trying out chatgpt:

Here are five maxims that might be espoused by happy hippies:

"Love is all you need." This maxim emphasizes the importance of love and compassion in creating a happy and harmonious life.

"Live and let live." This maxim encourages respect for the choices and lifestyles of others, and advocates for a more live-and-let-live approach to life.

"One love, one heart." This maxim promotes unity and togetherness, and suggests that we are all connected by a shared love and humanity.

"Peace, love, and happiness." This maxim captures the core values of many hippies, and expresses a desire for peace, love, and happiness in the world.

"Don't worry, be happy." This maxim encourages a laid-back, stress-free attitude and encourages people to let go of worry and embrace happiness.

Here are five maxims that might be espoused by punks:

"Do it yourself." This maxim emphasizes the importance of self-sufficiency and independence, and encourages people to take control of their lives and create their own path.

"Question authority." This maxim encourages critical thinking and challenges traditional power structures and authority figures.

"Rebel against the norm." This maxim promotes nonconformity and encourages people to resist mainstream cultural norms and expectations.

"Stand up for what you believe in." This maxim encourages people to be true to their beliefs and values, even if it means standing up to others or going against the crowd.

"Don't sell out." This maxim encourages people to stay true to their roots and not compromise their values or beliefs for personal gain or popularity.

Here are seven maxims that might be espoused by solarpunks:

"Sustainability is key." This maxim emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with the natural world and using resources wisely.

"Innovation is essential." This maxim encourages the development and implementation of new technologies and systems that are more sustainable and equitable.

"Diversity is strength." This maxim promotes inclusivity and diversity in all aspects of life, and suggests that a variety of perspectives and experiences can lead to greater progress and understanding.

"Community is vital." This maxim emphasizes the importance of strong and supportive communities, and suggests that working together can help us achieve our goals and create a better world.

"Justice for all." This maxim advocates for fairness and equality, and calls for an end to systemic injustices and discrimination.

"Respect for the planet." This maxim encourages care and consideration for the natural world and all living things.

"Hope for the future." This maxim expresses optimism and belief in a better tomorrow, and encourages people to work towards creating a more positive and sustainable future.

Here are seven general rules that can be followed in the design of infrastructure:

Plan for long-term use: Infrastructure projects are often expensive and time-consuming, so it is important to consider the long-term needs and goals of a community when designing infrastructure.

Consider the environment: Infrastructure should be designed in a way that minimizes negative impacts on the environment and natural resources.

Ensure safety: Infrastructure should be designed with safety in mind, with measures in place to prevent accidents and protect the public.

Be efficient: Infrastructure should be designed to be as efficient as possible, minimizing waste and maximizing the use of resources.

Use durable materials: Infrastructure should be built with durable materials that can withstand the elements and the wear and tear of use.

Allow for flexibility: Infrastructure should be designed in a way that allows for flexibility and adaptability to changing needs and circumstances.

Coordinate with other systems: Infrastructure should be designed in a way that integrates with and supports other systems and networks, such as transportation and utilities.

[Solauren]

Gamer Words to live by:
"Rip and Tear, until it is done"

[Eternal_Freedom]

Gamer Words to live by:
"Rip and Tear, until it is done"

Nice

I always opted for "don't start it, finish it."

Or, the NSFW comment from a colleague: "The dildo of consequences rarely arrives lubed."

[Formless]

"If you have to talk yourself into it, its not worth buying".

--an anonymous person I overheard while shopping for gifts.

[EnterpriseSovereign]

A leader can't lead until he knows where he's going.

[Batman]

'LIVE FATS, DIE YO GNU'!

[LadyTevar]

From my mother:
"There's always something to take the joy outta living."

[Crazedwraith]

From my old man:

"Measure twice, cut once"

"Always check the electricity with a mains tester screwdriver even if you are completely positive you switched off the right circuit"

[The_Saint]

Usually shortened to: "Always have a plan B" I would like to think it's more nuanced such as "Always be prepared to go to Plan B" or "Be prepared for plan A to not work".

Stems from having a military parent who would often quote the "No plan survives first contact with the enemy".

[Lord Revan]

When it comes to planning for me it's "hope for the best, expect the worst" in sense of sure hope things go as planned but be prepared for if things go wrong as it's rare for things to go exactly as planned.

[Zwinmar]

"There is always a choice.." maybe not a good one, but there is one.

[Captain Seafort]

"Nothing is ever as good or as bad as it first appears."

[Bedlam]

Anything done by any other human no matter how monstrous could have been done by any other human including me given the right set of circumstances

[LadyTevar]

“There are hardly any excesses of the most crazed psychopath that cannot easily be duplicated by a normal kindly family man who just comes in to work every day and has a job to do.”
-- T Pratchett.

[His Divine Shadow]

Paraphrased local saying: "There's no cure for being stupid, but keeping quiet goes a long way"

[Korto]

Since you mentioned the 70 maxims, I try to remember:

"Failure is not an option. Failure is mandatory. The option is whether or not to let failure be the last thing you do."


But when it comes to electricity: "I don't care if it's switched off at the wall. Unplug it."
--Me

[bobalot]

“It is possible to commit no mistakes and still lose. That is not weakness, that is life.”

― Jean-Luc Picard

[Ralin]

Chuck Norris's tears cure cancer. Too bad he's never cried.