It happened to
cross my mind that I never talked about how my recent(ish) online
dating adventures went. Well, without going into excessive detail, it
didn't work out too well. Then again, I suppose it was already
evident from a few of the more recent ramblings. I ended up leaving
the dating service I used within a month.
Yesterday, however, I rejoined said dating service. Only this time, I joined it with a different mindset – not so much to look for a serious relationship but more so to simply look for a conversational partner. I was paying a visit homeside over last weekend, and I also visited some friends. One of my acquaintances – a former fellow student of English – revealed that the first question he asks the people he “matches” with is about their thoughts on transhumanity. So following his example, I've gotten into the habit of asking the people I “match” with about their thoughts on varying philosophical topics.
One such topic I've inquired for someone's thoughts on is predeterminism. While I don't believe in fate or things happening by influence from a “higher power”, I do find it to be an interesting concept. Anything related to philosophy intrigues me, really. I like being challenged to think.
You may be wondering, why would I ask people about their thoughts on philosophical topics? Quite simply for the same reason. If someone can answer such a question with a genuine sense of interest in and understanding of the subject, then I'll know I'm on the same wavelength with them. I want to be able to have deep conversations with someone.