Intelligent Minds

@mlgen1037 (29901)
Manila, Philippines
March 25, 2018 11:49am CST
Hello! So before I write about the kiddie birthday party I went to yesterday, I just want to write this. I am just a simple private person, not one to divulge much of my imperfect life. But one thing I want to say is that I like making friends. I make friends with everybody and I talk with everybody. But I appreciate people who are deep and can really converse well. People who can just go up the notch to understand your point of view and vice versa. People who will question or challenge you to think are the most fun. I do not enjoy the company of shallow and superficial people. Shallow people are like bees in my head whose senseless and nonsense buzzes are noises to my ear. Superficial people are those who will only talk to you because you are cute, pretty or sexy and hot and those who are just that, a figure with no character. And when you fall into these categories, you are adored even if your brain is just empty. Sorry to be rude but I have noticed that everywhere. And so far, I have seen a couple of members here who are really interesting and worth the time talking with. Intelligent minds arouse me and they amuse me. Please know I appreciate the time and the conversations. I need beautiful minds, not faces, to initiate my curiosity. I crave for quality conversations. Thats all! Good day to all. Thank you. Image: from Google. Credits to original owner.
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@DianneN (246452)
• United States
25 Mar 18
There are many good conversationalists here. Unfortunately, there are not enough. lol
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@DianneN (246452)
• United States
26 Mar 18
@mlgen1037 Exactly! But they are easy to spot right off the bat.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
Thats the problem. And some are just pretending to be.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
@DianneN youre right! That is why I dont waste too much time on them. Im sure you do too!
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@YrNemo (20272)
31 Mar 18
What is imperfect or perfect? Everything is relatively in this world we live in. What you call perfect might be imperfect to me and my world, and vice versa. Each country or city tends to have their own standard of perfection too, do you know that? What considered as perfect in Hollywood, might not be approved in London etc.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
31 Mar 18
Yes I do, Darcy. As they say different strokes for different folks.
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• Preston, England
26 Mar 18
a great way to choose your friends - hope the party went well
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• Preston, England
26 Mar 18
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
It did, Arthur. Thank you! It was a blast
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
@arthurchappell thank you, Arthur.
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@wiLLmaH (8802)
• Singapore, Singapore
28 Mar 18
You can find wisdom in some people around here. And some are just not for a conversation, they are here to be a friend.
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@wiLLmaH (8802)
• Singapore, Singapore
29 Mar 18
@mlgen1037 this is a lovely community that will share their life. The ups and downs. Frustrations and milestones. Not all in here is for money. :)
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
29 Mar 18
Thank you, Willmah. I am amazed at how people are supportive here.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
29 Mar 18
@wiLLmaH then I made the right decision to be here. I am overwhelmed by all the support and the variety of views, thoughts and opinions.
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@JustBhem (70601)
• Davao, Philippines
25 Mar 18
Me too, I really like talking to smart people because I know I can learn from them. This has been my motto ever since - Every day is a learning process for me, so I won't stop to learn from smart people.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
25 Mar 18
Hahaha, finally someone's talking. I 100% agree with you. You get the best conversations from smart people and they really help a lot. Thanks, Bhem. I greatly appreciate it.
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@JustBhem (70601)
• Davao, Philippines
25 Mar 18
@mlgen1037 No worries. I know sure you'll get a lot of people who can interact with you until you run out of words.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
@JustBhem hahaha and I am speaking with one. So happy to know you.
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@dgobucks226 (34202)
27 Mar 18
Very interesting post and perspective on making friends and what you look for in discussions. You might enjoy this quote about intellect that I found by Plutarch-The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.
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@dgobucks226 (34202)
27 Mar 18
@mlgen1037 Quality friendships are much more preferable to quantity ones
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
28 Mar 18
@dgobucks226 you got that right. A few is already enough for me.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
27 Mar 18
Hi DB! Thank you for the kind words. I guess I am getting you g to divulge myself with petty and cheap talks. I dont long to have many friends, just a few true friends are enough. Those whom I can bare my soul and just be the real me. The mind is always fuelled with curiosity, and that curiosity ignites the fire everytime we want to learn, discover and find about something. And I am always thrilled to find conversations that will arouse my curiosity.
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@snowy22315 (168462)
• United States
25 Mar 18
It sounds like you have a good head on your shoulders and can appreciate people with a certain depth.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
Thank you, Snowy. It is nice to learn from those kind of people.
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@epiffanie (11326)
• Australia
26 Mar 18
Well, all I can say is not many people want to go deep .. lol .. But I am also like you, I prefer deep and meaningful conversation, when time permits ..
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
Hi Bess! I am happy to know that you do too. I am not alone. Thank you for sharing your thoughts! I appreciate it.
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• Philippines
26 Mar 18
There's nothing wrong with conversations, but then I'm not very good at it these days. My mom's good with talking to people even though who are not that friendly with her. Have a nice day.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
That is okay. I am really not a picky person. I talk with everyone but I know when the converstance has no depth and substance. I get bored easily. I want to meet you mom and talk to her. She looks interesting.
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@PatZAnthony (14752)
• Charlotte, North Carolina
26 Mar 18
Quality conversations and beautiful minds are the best, but not always easy to find!
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
27 Mar 18
Hi Pat! Yes! They are the rarest and when you find one, it is like hitting the jackpot. Priceless.
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@ridingbet (66861)
• Philippines
28 Mar 18
you can find many users here who can fit to your likes. although there are some who can be rude or cannot accept defeats when a discussion arises, it is already in one's own perception if he should or should not accept the friendship or interaction offered by this person.
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@ridingbet (66861)
• Philippines
28 Mar 18
@mlgen1037 oh, so you meant in this site. i believe there are some users here who are of the bullying and bashing types of personality. don't mind them, if i may advise. they are not the ones paying for us, or you. and don't interact with them anymore. you will only be STOOPING DOWN TO THEIR LOWLY LEVELS. hahaha
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
28 Mar 18
You’re right, Ingrid. I have observed some here. And they can really get out of line sometimes.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
28 Mar 18
@ridingbet Yes, there are some here. But mostly are really nice. I appreciate your advice, Ingrid. I will remember those words. I am not following them and stopped interacting with them. Thank you very much.
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• United States
26 Mar 18
That quote in the image though...that's totally true. It's similar to how they say "Ignorance is bliss", but as far as what you was saying in your post. I totally agree. Conversing with intelligent and original minds rather, are like finding gems in a cave. The deeper the mind, the more interested and invested I get, even to the point that I've drowned in before. But the majority always seem so shallow that I barely even get my feet wet.
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• United States
26 Mar 18
@mlgen1037 yep, whenever I have continuous exposure to people that fit into that category, I see my intellligence level drop rapidly
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
@Prometheus_Arcanus and wonder where you brain went to. Remember those people are contagious.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
26 Mar 18
Absolutely. That is the reason why I wrote this discussion. Plus shallowness and superficiality are traits that are too fleeting or just never last. Waste of time. Plus a brain that is empty are just that, emplty and I have no time for those people. They dont let you think and make you all the more stupid!
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@deba12 (2951)
• India
28 Mar 18
I too joined mylot to do some quality conversation with people. Understand their views and share my thoughts on them. As I don't talk too much, I always look for forums whr I can express my opinions.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
28 Mar 18
That is the most important thing, that you can express your opinions and respect each others’ views and the exchange of ideas. Those are priceless.
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@Berrygal (5834)
28 Mar 18
add me to your list .intelligent for life
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
28 Mar 18
Sure I will, Enyi! Welcome!
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• United States
23 Nov 19
You are a discerning and wonderful young woman thank you too
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
23 Nov 19
Thank you, Oshy. I hope to get to that state again.
@BelleStarr (61050)
• United States
3 Apr 18
I agree, there are some fascinating people here who really enjoy good conversations and also many intelligent people. I am a chatty Kathy so I love talking and listening but I am not sure that comes across in my typed conversations lol
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@BelleStarr (61050)
• United States
3 Apr 18
@mlgen1037 same to you Louise
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
3 Apr 18
No worries, Isabelle. I am happy to talk to you and I appreciate your responses. Plus I enjoy reading your discussions. Thats why I want to thank you because you are one of the people I enjoy talking with.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
3 Apr 18
@BelleStarr thank you, my friend. Take care!
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@rakski (112993)
• Philippines
2 Apr 18
I am not intelligent but I am keen in learning. I am not too much of a conversationalist but I like learning. My sister is a good conversationalist. But I think I am more of the writer, I am much better I think in expressing myself in writing. And I am here because I learn a lot of things by reading. Experiences of people from different background and culture. I like learning.
@Freelanzer (10745)
• Canada
7 Apr 18
Nice to know you are so outgoing and make friends easily. I am more the shy thoughtful and yes, creative type
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@Freelanzer (10745)
• Canada
7 Apr 18
@mlgen1037 Thanks I appreciate and enjoy meeting you too
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
7 Apr 18
@Freelanzer it is a pleasure, my friend.
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@mlgen1037 (29901)
• Manila, Philippines
7 Apr 18
thank you, my dear friend. I am actually a shy person but I wouldnt miss meeting new people who are as interesting and fun like you.
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