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Free Will

Do you believe humans possess free will, or are our decisions in reality predetermined or controlled?

The topic of free will has divided philosophers, scientists, and theologians for centuries. Some claim it is the foundation of moral responsibility – without it, life loses its meaning. Others argue that our choices are merely the product of chemical reactions in the brain, determined by our genes and environment. Some theories add to this the idea that we are part of a simulation controlled by higher beings, and our “freedom” is just part of the program. Does destiny exist, with us merely playing assigned roles? Or do we truly create our own fate? Cast your vote in the poll and see where the balance tips.

14/08/2025

Destiny

How do you think destiny works in a person’s life?

The topic of destiny has divided people for centuries into fatalists and supporters of free will. Some believe that everything, from birth to our last breath, is written in the “book of life” by God, fate, or other forces, and our choices are only an illusion. Others are convinced that there are certain “turning points” written into the script, but the road between them depends entirely on us. Skeptics reject destiny altogether, seeing it as an excuse for inaction. Increasingly popular is also the theory that we live in a simulation and our fates are the result of code written by someone “on the other side of the screen.” Do we really have any influence over our own lives?

14/08/2025

Telepathy

Do you believe that telepathy is a real phenomenon that can occur between people?

Telepathy has sparked both fascination and skepticism for decades. Some claim it is proof of the existence of deeper, invisible bonds between people, while others see it as merely a romantic myth fueled by literature and pop culture. Scientific research has not provided conclusive evidence, yet reports of “thought transmission” between close individuals keep resurfacing, often in extreme situations or moments of strong emotion. Is it a hidden ability of the brain, a remnant of ancient evolutionary mechanisms, or rather a coincidence we like to interpret as something magical? Perhaps we are simply afraid to admit that we know more about each other than we would like to.

13/08/2025

Manifestation or manipulation?

Do you believe that repeatedly promoting a certain narrative or the belief of many people in a given statement can actually lead to its realization or recognition as truth?

In the era of social media, which can create a hero or a public enemy within hours, the question of whether a repeated narrative can become a self-fulfilling prophecy takes on special significance. History knows numerous cases when propaganda and collective belief changed the course of events. Meanwhile, the popular modern concept of the “power of manifestation” takes us all the way to quantum physics and the so-called “observer effect.” The line between fact and social construct blurs when millions repeat the same slogan. Is this still science, the influence of crowd psychology, or already mind programming?

13/08/2025

Apocalyptic scenario

In your opinion, which of the following scenarios is the most likely to occur in the next 25 years?

For years, theories have circulated that the world as we know it could change in the blink of an eye – the only question is, what will be the spark? Some claim that governments have long been hiding contact with aliens and will one day “release” the truth, while others warn that artificial intelligence will gain self-awareness, at which point humans will lose control over their own creation. There are also voices claiming that particle colliders or quantum computers are experimenting at the edge of known physics, risking the opening of a portal to another dimension or the creation of a black hole. Or perhaps this is all just internet-fed fantasy? And if not – are we ready for everything to happen at once?

13/08/2025

The “taken partner” effect

Do you think that people who are in a relationship are perceived as more attractive than singles?

The “taken partner” effect is a phenomenon that some may find fascinating and others morally questionable. Psychologists claim that the human brain reacts to the signal “someone has already chosen this person” as confirmation of their value – like a recommendation in the world of emotions. Critics see it as proof of our competitive nature, which makes us desire someone else’s property. An evolutionary theory? Or perhaps just plain jealousy dressed in scientific words? Is it instinct that tells us to pursue what is already taken?

10/08/2025