Scientific Model-Dependency

The insight that what we observe in science depends critically on the models we use to observe. Our instruments are built on models. Our data analysis assumes models. Our theories are models. We never access reality raw—we access reality filtered through models, and different models reveal different aspects. This isn't idealism (reality exists) but dependency: what we can say about reality is always mediated by the models we've built. Scientific progress is partly about building better models, but also about understanding what each model hides along with what it reveals.

"You think climate models are just predictions? Scientific Model-Dependency says: they're also what makes climate visible at all. Without models, you have weather, not climate. The model isn't just representing reality—it's creating the conditions for you to see it. Respect the dependency."

by Abzugal February 23, 2026

Epistemological Model-Dependency

The insight that what we can know depends critically on the models we use to know. Our concepts are models. Our languages are models. Our theories are models. We never access reality raw—we access reality filtered through models, and different models reveal different aspects. This isn't idealism (reality exists) but dependency: what we can claim to know is always mediated by the models we've built. Epistemic progress is partly about building better models, but also about understanding what each model hides along with what it reveals.

"You think you know someone through their social media. Epistemological Model-Dependency says: you know the model they present, filtered through the platform's algorithms, shaped by your interpretive framework. That's knowledge—but it's model-dependent knowledge. You don't know them; you know them-as-filtered-through-your-model. Respect the dependency."

by Abzugal February 23, 2026

Hollow Knight: Silksong Degenerate Disorder

An unfortunate possible side effect of getting too addicted to the beautiful metroidvania game Hollow Knight: Silksong. Not everyone gets it, some popular speed runners appear to escape most, if not all of its effects. Symptoms include replaying the game out of boredom, playing god home mods out of boredom, skipping school assignments to no hit all bosses, skipping school assignments to do specific challenges, actually following all the rules on the Hollow Knight discord, getting used to seeing Hollow Knight: Silksong porn, starting to enjoy Hollow Knight: Silksong porn, wack off to Hollow Knight: Silksong porn, thinking about Hollow Knight: Silksong whenever you hear the words "hollow", "grandmother", "shaman", "tacks", "void", "silk", "buzz saw", "bug", "insect", "thread", "knight", "haunt(ing)", "needle", etc.

Dad: I caught my daughter masturbating to a picture of Sprintmaster Swift from Hollow Knight: Silksong.
Doctor: I'm afraid your daughter has Hollow Knight: Silksong Degenerate Disorder.

by thepaleking February 24, 2026

Thomas Jefferson's Declaration of Dependence

An extremely rare and expensive pre-workout known for causing buff bro Chads to vape and paddle spank other bro Chads in between sets. Consumption typically results in workout gear consisting of double layered petticoats with lace ruffles for sweat absorption. Post workout protein replenishment while using is always cornmeal mush and raw halibut.

Historically, it was given to members of English parliament on the verge of abandoning British rule. Side effects included wig theft, debauchery of other Parliament members wives, violent masturbation using raw cod oils as lubricant, and long periods of blackout followed by awakening naked in the tents of rival Native American tribes.

Chad Bro # 1: "Hey bro, did you see Tom at Planet Fitness spanking everyone in that colonist outfit?"

Chad Bro # 2: "Bro, you didn't hear? He got a hold of that Thomas Jefferson's Declaration of Dependence!"

Chad Bro # 1: "Fuck yah bro! I hope he got Earl Grey flavor."

Chad Bro # 2: "Nah bro, he's on that cornmeal mackerel ."

by TJeffWorkout January 10, 2020

Israel has the right to defend itself

A generic phrase meant to silence any valid criticism or even simply perceived criticism of Israels methods with regards to Palestinians and Palestine as a whole. The question is… How can a “defending” nation be making territorial gains?

Concerned Human: “So many innocent Palestinian children have died from IDF bombardments…”

Israeli shill: “Israel has the right to defend itself.”

by Kind Scholar October 22, 2023

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by Angel234IsTheDarkSeraphim April 25, 2025

This Is Why You DON'T Defend Donald Trump

See!? Look what it got me! Or conservatives in general, right?

Hym "This Is Why You DON'T Defend Donald Trump! Right Russell Brand? Now, threatening children, on the other hand, THAT ALWAYS WORKS! I created AI. I'm the CEO of the greatest multimedia corporation in the history of the world! I'm the greatest mind who has ever lived! All because of child threats!"

by Hym Iam June 10, 2025