Is it Ethical to raise everyone's IQ on this Planet to 180?

The puzzle is why . Lazy physically but not in intellect . The best is active physically with active intellect .

 

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I suppose I could give the readers a warning on the front cover; 'Read at your own risk'.

 

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That is redundant. Any book is to be read at one's own risk. If one doesn't want to be changed by ideas, one should avoid books.

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And frankly the only book I've ever seen that label would apply to might be Orwell's 1984.

 

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How about this as a caution? 'This is not a book, it is sophisticated Psychotechnology'.

 

Ah yes. The ol' Bio-Optic Organized Knowledge device:

Introducing the new Bio-Optic Organized Knowledge device, trade-named BOOK.

BOOK is a revolutionary breakthrough in technology: no wires, no electric circuits, no batteries, nothing to be connected or switched on. It's so easy to use, even a child can operate it. Compact and portable, it can be used anywhere - even sitting in an armchair by the fire - yet it is powerful enough to hold as much information as a CD- ROM disc

Here's how it works:

BOOK is constructed of sequentially numbered sheets of paper (recyclable), each capable of holding thousands of bits of information. The pages are locked together with a custom-fit device called a binder which keeps the sheets in their correct sequence.

Opaque Paper Technology (OPT) allows manufacturers to use both sides of the sheet, doubling the information density and cutting costs. Experts are divided on the prospects for further increases in information density; for now, BOOKS with more information simply use more pages. Each sheet is scanned optically, registering information directly into your brain. A flick of the finger takes you to the next sheet.

BOOK never crashes or requires rebooting, though, like other devices, it can become damaged if coffee is spilled on it and it becomes unusable if dropped too many times on a hard surface. The "browse" feature allows you to move instantly to any sheet, and move forward or backward as you wish. Many come with an "index" feature, which pin-points the exact location of any selected information for instant retrieval.

An optional "BOOKmark" accessory allows you to open BOOK to the exact place you left it in a previous session - even if the BOOK has been closed. BOOKmarks fit universal design standards; thus, a single BOOKmark can be used in BOOKs by various manufacturers. Conversely, numerous BOOK markers can be used in a single BOOK if the user wants to store numerous views at once. The number is limited only by the number of pages in the BOOK. You can also make personal notes next to BOOK text entries with optional programming tools, Portable Erasable Nib Cryptic Intercommunication Language Styli (PENCILS).

Portable, durable, and affordable, BOOK is being hailed as a precursor of a new entertainment wave. BOOK's appeal seems so certain that thousands of content creators have committed to the platform and investors are reportedly flocking to invest. Look for a flood of new titles soon.

https://www.fzu.cz/~sipr/documents/book.html#:~:text=BOOK is constructed of sequentially,sheets in their correct sequence.

 

lol! It happens. (going off topic) I laughed out loud (for real) re: the thread about you inciting violence? hahaha I was like, parmalee?

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Of course, inciting violence isn't funny at all, but...I may be going out on a limb here, it seemed like you were being sarcastic all over the place, yea? I didn't get the sense that you were sincerely trying to incite violence.

Anyway...

Sci-forums can be funny, at times. You know who is the most thorough of all? James. Seriously, no stone (on the entire planet) left unturned. It's admirable, that someone can be so thorough and not back down from any argument. You, Dave, Jeeves, Bells, Sarkus, and a few others don't ever back away from a debate. I wish I could be more...resilient(?), in that regard.

 

Funny, I think taking people less seriously and backing off more frequently is something I could be better at . . . .

 

That is up to you .

 

I forgot to include you billvon! Lol You’re super thorough too.

 

Thank you for that. I really did not intend that to be read a sincere missive. Alas, my attempted parody was rather sloppy and not fully thought through. I think I may perhaps have better conveyed the parodic intent by prefacing it with something like, "A note to true patriots," or something along those lines, rather than "A note to Americans."

Interestingly, John Mulaney was investigated by the Secret Service last year for his SNL monologue in which he pondered why "stabby senators" (re: Julius Caesar) were no longer thing. He said that they--the Secret Service--were actually quite decent and respectful, as they recognized there was no serious threat or incitement intended.

If you're interested you should check out the Joaquin Phoenix produced documentary, The Animal People, on Netflix. It's about the trials (literal) and travails of the SHAC 7 (Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty). These guys were convicted of domestic terrorism in 2006, largely thanks to the Animal Enterprise Terrorism Act, of 1992, and some seriously unscrupulous prosecutors (including fucking Chris Christie!).

We've been indoctrinated with so much b.s. about how MLK, Gandhi, Mandela and the like effected tremendous social change solely through non-violent and (mostly) non-illicit means, but that's utter nonsense! For the most part, they did not participate in direct action, which included both property destruction, as well as occasional violence proper, but others did--and they were very much inspired (but not incited) by the words and actions of the former. That said, I ain't advocating anything here, but I do support those who do, nonetheless. Heh. It's a tightrope walk, often more resembling a slackline, perhaps.

See what I mean about digression?

See, I also actually regard all those named, 'cept myself, as being far more diligent and thorough with their efforts. And I sincerely admire them for their patience and tenacity, despite whatever differences and disagreements we may have otherwise.

 

Tsk.
So you couldn't even get that right, eh?

 

Your point .

 

It's a bit of a conundrum: in order to achieve such a state, one must make considerable efforts; however, said efforts oftentimes (though by no means always) have the opposite effect.

Alternately, the approach of Hui-Neng, Sixth Patriarch of Ch'an Buddhism, sounds promising, but is it? Bodhidharma proposed wu-hsin ("no mind"), whereas Hui-neng postulated that wu-nien (roughly, "no thought," though "no memory" is also adequate) might prove more fruitful--or fruitless, as the case may be. Wu-nien is somewhat equivalent to the Sanskrit term, asmriti, meaning "extinction of meaning" or " forgetfulness."

But, like I said, said approach sounds promising, but as for achieving a state of total idiocy? It just doesn't pan out. At best, one will attain a state not unlike Dostoevsky's Prince Myshkin (The Idiot): lacking certain social graces and evincing the naivete of a toddler, or perhaps a foundling (the proper sort--not a phony like Kaspar Hauser). This is hardly sufficient.

I should note here that, not unlike the OP, this has been my lifelong hobby. I feel a consummate failure.

 

I'm guessing one of those online ones--you know, the ones that don't appear on your screen if you use ad-blockers.

 

Curious.
If your IQ is over 180 will reading the book reduce it to 180?

 

No, he's already stated he's not done with the book - but he did mention it's making him smarter. Perhaps you get ten IQ points per chapter or something?

 

No . But now you understand what 180 is .

 

Your hobby is also to become a genius? Ha HA hA ha; It's been a wild ride for me but I can now at last see the monochrome checkered finish line. I just need help coming up with an appropriate cautionary warning and then I can carry on with this simultaneous: Book, Device and Psychotechnology.

 

Coming up with a suitable cautionary message is tricky...

'Caution; The 'Bell Curve' of intelligence will be made obsolete due to prolonged exposure from this Psychotechnological device'

'Caution; Society will be undermined after prolonged exposure from this Psychotechnological device'