We can't complain when a superior intelligence decides to use us as energy because most of us are doing exactly that to lower intelligences.

I really like the core concept of Ahimsa in Jainism.
In short, intention of non-violence.

Cut out the (imo antiquated, somewhat selfish/self-interested) Karma stuff, and you have the basis for a proper modern/futuristic worldview I can get behind.

It is the intention that ultimately matters. From the real point of view, a [person] does not ( Read more... )

Joyous discovery of the day: bacon bits are "simulated". Made from soy, no animal products heh.

Yeaaaaah. I'm not even quasi-vegan anymore. Way too much of a pain in the ass in the current cultural climate. Talk to me in 10-20 years when the ethical vegan meme has spread more.

Now i don't have to feel guilty about cheating with egg nog anymore. :P Not to mention this is fortified and not filled with junk so it's about a billion times healthier. Shit, i just downed half the 1L bottle already haha. 0g* trans fat per serving eek. :(