Glenn Kelly

Astrology Vs Science or Cats are better than Dogs

admin — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 05:04:09 +0000

This is a response to http://rainbowofchaos.wordpress.com/2009/12/07/the-skeptic-versus-the-astrologer/

I once had an argument/discussion with some astronomer/physicists regarding Astrology. They were anti, I was pro. Not because I absolutely am, but I like a good argument like the next person. And it annoyed me, that being scientists, their opinions on Astrology weren’t evidence based, they just didn’t like or understand the stuff. Basically because they’d been told not to.

Bottom line. Astrology = Intuitional. Science = Intellectual.

I wouldn’t put a single cent against an astronomical prediction, and anyone who says that a prediction system is completely accurate is probably a little bit ‘out there’ IMO. As keen astrological understanding should be able to predict lotto numbers shouldn’t it?

I feel qualified to have an opinion on this subject because I’ve studied astrology. I mean really studied it. Years of making charts, checking signs, Esoteric, Exoteric, Greek, Egyption, Hindu, Chinese you name it. There was even talk of a radio spot on BBC Yorkshire to talk about Astrology.
Astrology is fantastic as a reframing and analogy tool. I enjoy learning about it, and using it in the same way that I may wonder who the Darleks really would attack first if they came to Earth.

I’ve found giving astrological perspectives very useful in giving advice and counselling to people. More so than psychological and sociological perspectives have been.
Astrology appeals to our archetypical understanding of the world, and most modern religions - Christianity, Judaism, Hinduism ( maybe Islam but I haven’t checked ) have strong astrological ties whether they admit it or not. Astrology uses colour, elements, forces, likes and dislikes. Which are more fundamental to most personalities than Myers-Briggs types, cognitive behaviour therapy or statistical modelling. So it appeals more to the heart rather than the head. And I’d happily argue, that in anyone, there can be room for both.

I didnâ€™t see the interview on Sunshine that’s been talked about, but it sounds as useful as the classic debate: â€œCats are better than Dogsâ€.

Edit: Re this Milton chap.
Astrology is fun, but not to be taken seriously, as it’s subjective, intuitive and obviously impossible to prove. By all means discredit any charlatan who tricks and misleads, and promises hard predictions for money. Any subject matter can be used for dishonest purposes.Â But just because a subject is misused, doesn’t make the subject any less fun or interesting.

Gambling, things to consider before your next bet.

admin — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:41:49 +0000

1. A wining streak is something you have right before you lose.
2. If ancient tribes believed that angry gods make volcanoes punish us, and crops grow to reward us, then I’m sure Lady Luck IS smiling on you.
3. A losing streak is something you have while you are losing. Your luck might change, but since it’s hasn’t, you’re probably going to keep on losing.
4. The house always wins, you may win a battle, but they’ll win the war. That’s why casino’s have gold plated lobbies, and you need new carpet.
5. You are not special enough to win more than anyone else.
6. The lotto is a tax on the mathematically ignorant.
7. Stop spending your time fantasizing about what you’ll do with your winnings, and think how you might earn that money. You and your family will be better off.
8. If gambling is the best hobby you can come up with, your next hobby should be finding a better hobby.
9. Don’t drink and gamble. If you’re not supposed to be behind the wheel after drinking, why should you be behind an ATM? Both have so much to lose.
10. Only gamble as much as you can lose.
11. Never invest in gambling. You will lose.
12. If you can’t stop, don’t start.
13. Just like there are no free lunches, there is no such thing as a sure thing. If there was, then you wouldn’t be allowed to bet on it.
14. In this world there is always someone bigger, faster, stronger and smarter. And there’s a good chance that they saw you coming.

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admin — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:31:38 +0000

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Sad Day

admin — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 02:15:33 +0000

One of the cats here just died. The neighbour found it, we had a knock on the door at midnight. Steph, the owner, had to identify it in a garbage bag with a torch. We’re burying little Echo tomorrow.
It was a good cat, it will be missed. I wish I’d let it jump on my lap more, even when I was eating.
Sad day.

Go and pick up your cat or dog and give it a big hug. It won’t be there forever, it probably won’t have a good ending. And you’ll miss it.

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Use procrastination to avoid procrastination

admin — Mon, 05 May 2008 15:13:15 +0000

Is it possible?

To want to avoid one task, like packing for a holiday, so other tasks can be done? Like homework?

I remember at uni the people with the cleanest rooms where the ones with an assignment coming up. Don’t want to study? Clean your room.

I need to pack to move, but don’t wanna. I think I’ll do some over due web dev instead.

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How to make a really good chai tea

admin — Mon, 05 May 2008 05:07:37 +0000

Firstly, the fresher and more organic the ingredients the better. But to start out you’ll need
Ginger, and lots of it
Cardamom - a fair bit too
Cloves
Cinnamon
Fennel ( or Licorice )
Nutmeg

And boil it all in a pot with filtered or just clean water, but the fewer chemicals the better for an hour for the first batch.

Add some black tea towards the end of the hour, and pour off some mixture in to a cup
Add sugar and milk ( preferably vanilla soy ) to taste.
Experiment with different amounts of all ingredients, be careful not to add too much cloves.

Find out about the history of chai here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chai
And enjoy your chai high

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Well, coming back to England in the middle of their winter is always tricky.
Step 1. Make sure I keep warm. It may seem like fun getting around in shorts and a t-shirt, but even running around like it isn’t cold dark and wet outside doesn’t keep the flu away for long.
Step 2. Try and eat something fresh. Just because the fruit and veggies look like they’ve been on a truck all the way since spain doesn’t mean that they haven’t traveled even longer. I found a batlow apple here once ( batlow apples are from Australia ). And if I thought I’d had a long flight.
Step 3. Keep active, once all the sunlight juice is out of my bones, I have to make a huge effort to stay active. I can’t be solar powered in this country. I have to run off sugar, and caffeine and other friendly foods.
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