The microplastics thing is mind-blowing, really. I've moved into as much natural fiber as possible, but it's seldom 100%. And I just stopped to consider one of those everyday objects in the home: the non-cellulose sponge. I have been buying and using cellulose/coconut fiber sponges, but my other family members hate them - it's an ongoing educational process. Think of how we use sponges - constant plastics shed straight into the waterways.
Polyester fabrics, which so many of us adopted as fitness wear, are hideous for their micro plastic shedding. And if it's polyester spandex/lycra/elastane, it's also bad for us - see studies from CEH. https://ceh.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-bpa-in-clothing/ Switching to wool (for warmth and workouts) and linen for warm weather has been my primary tactic. And using the washing bags to trap / discard is not that hard.
It's tough to stay alive in the world that we, and our parents, unknowingly mucked up so badly.
I just watched this doc. It came up in my queue eerily right after a convo with a friend who'd just watched it. I tend to agree with your takeaway - I was appreciative of the research and sacrifices he was willing to make for himself but felt a bit sorry for him too, he seems to be missing out on a lot of what makes life worth living. I was also struck by his relationships with his parents and son. My heart nearly broke when his mom (I think it was) relayed that story of him as a child sacrificing meals to help contribute to the family expenses - I believe his intentions are good and he's trying to heal. I also think what we consume and environmental pollutants are bigger contributors than biological age to aging in and of itself.
I freely admit to considering this guy ridiculous for a variety of reasons, but recognize your point. There are a couple of issues here, from my side: WE NEED to die to leave room for those coming after us. Too many already. Those who have the money will get the benefit of this research. The rest of us won't have the funds especially given the wealth gap that already exists. Then, many of the researchers state, not without some validation, that much of what Johnson is reaping can be gained if we engaged in, GASP, better habits, which you write about extensively. And yes, above all, he doesn't get this time back. For all the hours he spends with his penis hooked up, he could be playing with a dog, his kid, dating, living, all that. Lots to consider here but point made, Jim.
I'm almost 60. With the world going to shit, I'm happy to gey off this ride sooner rather than later.
Hey I get it, but 60 is WAY too soon! You've still got a lot more hell to raise before you cash in your chips.
The microplastics thing is mind-blowing, really. I've moved into as much natural fiber as possible, but it's seldom 100%. And I just stopped to consider one of those everyday objects in the home: the non-cellulose sponge. I have been buying and using cellulose/coconut fiber sponges, but my other family members hate them - it's an ongoing educational process. Think of how we use sponges - constant plastics shed straight into the waterways.
Polyester fabrics, which so many of us adopted as fitness wear, are hideous for their micro plastic shedding. And if it's polyester spandex/lycra/elastane, it's also bad for us - see studies from CEH. https://ceh.org/what-you-need-to-know-about-bpa-in-clothing/ Switching to wool (for warmth and workouts) and linen for warm weather has been my primary tactic. And using the washing bags to trap / discard is not that hard.
It's tough to stay alive in the world that we, and our parents, unknowingly mucked up so badly.
I agree with you, though I'm less kind on the fools who want to grace is with their eternal presence
https://open.substack.com/pub/heyslick/p/immortality-the-billionaires-fools-errand?r=4t921l&utm_medium=ios
I just watched this doc. It came up in my queue eerily right after a convo with a friend who'd just watched it. I tend to agree with your takeaway - I was appreciative of the research and sacrifices he was willing to make for himself but felt a bit sorry for him too, he seems to be missing out on a lot of what makes life worth living. I was also struck by his relationships with his parents and son. My heart nearly broke when his mom (I think it was) relayed that story of him as a child sacrificing meals to help contribute to the family expenses - I believe his intentions are good and he's trying to heal. I also think what we consume and environmental pollutants are bigger contributors than biological age to aging in and of itself.
I freely admit to considering this guy ridiculous for a variety of reasons, but recognize your point. There are a couple of issues here, from my side: WE NEED to die to leave room for those coming after us. Too many already. Those who have the money will get the benefit of this research. The rest of us won't have the funds especially given the wealth gap that already exists. Then, many of the researchers state, not without some validation, that much of what Johnson is reaping can be gained if we engaged in, GASP, better habits, which you write about extensively. And yes, above all, he doesn't get this time back. For all the hours he spends with his penis hooked up, he could be playing with a dog, his kid, dating, living, all that. Lots to consider here but point made, Jim.