According to some rather suspect interpretations of the Mayan Long Calendar, about a year.
What will be the lifespan of a newborn born this year (2011), in various parts of the world?
Category: Q & A
Questions, and Answers, from the man himself
Deano’s answer to: “Would most gay men go straight if hundreds of average to above-average women offered them free sex every day?”
The question implies a reversion of self-identified sexuality… In that case, the other answers here are great…
I do wonder, though, at the earlier end of the spectrum, when self identity is not firmly explored or established… It does seem possible that, if everyone were both instructed in a heteronormative fashion, and provided with ample lifetime sexual partners of generally acknowledged attractiveness (not asking for much, are we?), that homosexual self-identification would surface much later in life as some kind of statistical average. Given that scenario, it's also possible that if such homosexuality were treated with open hostility uniformly throughout society, that many would never come out – which makes them scientifically invisible even if there really is a genetic link in the mix somewhere, but no less real.
Sounds like a sexual welfare state run by the 700 Club. Ew!
Also, as the unfortunate Anon sarcastically un-mentions, "that's not how human sexuality works".
Chuck the rest, and leave in the unlimited supply of desirable sex partners of whatever orientation? Now you're talking… Though, that could also look a lot like "boring", or at very least "conscientious globally-legalized prostitution".
Deano’s answer to: “Why do men in particular love eating meat?”
When you're born with a "wiener", it's just hard to escape the notion that meat deserves your unconditional and regular love.
Deano’s answer to: “Why does Yoda sit in position number 3 in the council chamber?”
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Simply put, there is no "Presidency of the Jedi High Council"… Rather, there are three distinct levels of council membership:
- Lifetime seats (5)
- Long-term seats (4)
- Short-term seats (3)
All seats were determined/nominated by the High Council itself[*]. This, in combination with the circular layout of the chamber, strongly suggests more or less "equal status" for all Council members, though clearly more elder members such as Yoda were often consulted for their wisdom and experience.
Thus, Yoda is most likely sitting in that particular seat because it was the spot that was open when he was nominated to the High Council, or for some other apolitical reason – practically speaking, Jedi with other significant duties on Coruscant[†] might be placed closer to the door in the event they needed to leave during a meeting. Alternately, given his age, it might well be that Yoda was placed near the door simply to be closer to the bathroom.
[* This is true until the ascension of Anakin Skywalker, who was "propelled" into the seat by the machinations of Chancellor Palpatine during the events of Episode III: The Revenge of the Sith. ]
[† In addition to his place on the High Council, Yoda was in charge of the Jedi Academy on Coruscant. ]
Why does Yoda sit in position number 3 in the council chamber?
Deano’s answer to: “What is it like living in Japan as a foreigner?”
Living in Japan as Foreigner means a lot of love on the telephone – if you leave behind a significant other in your country of origin, it can feel like a long, long way from home, at least until you decide to break it up – Sometimes, there's just no avoiding growing up the hard way.
For a hot-blooded Foreigner, it can seem like japanese women can be cold as ice, and possibly even a bit down on love – but their hearts only turn to stone(*) if they perceive you as a "dirty white boy"… Treat them right, and you'll be their Karaoke jukebox hero.
Don't play too many head games – even if you can't wait, at least say you will. not only will she respect you, but eventually your blue morning, blue day, blue balls will give way to some downright urgent physical intimacy, perhaps in a nearby love hotel.
Once love has taken its toll, things may change between you, and if things go badly enough, you may leave the country entirely. Never fear, though, because no matter how long between trips, or how many times you return, it feels like the first time.
(* Yeah, it's a stretch, I know…)
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