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Re:Show HN: AirBending – hand gesture based macOS app MIDI controller
on Friday July 04, 2025 @06:23PM (#44468401)
Not just a ‘theremin’ — that totally downplays the power of midi.
Someone else mentioned the mimu gloves, and I love the idea of a vision based controller - almost everyone has a phone, tablet or laptop with a camera, especially if theyre making music.
I also love that this could blur the lines of music playing and dance.
Great job OP, thanks for sharing.
Re:The Impact of Jungle Music in 90s Video Game Development
on Wednesday November 13, 2024 @03:25PM (#42129587)
iirc helicopter tune was in midnight club 3. jungle makes for great racing music
I didn't expect a jungle setlist while browsing HN — bless
Re:Psytrance Guide
on Wednesday October 18, 2023 @02:06AM (#37925309)
Ups for posting bandcamp links, get the artists some
Re:Narcissism is rampant, so how do we address it?
on Thursday May 19, 2022 @07:05PM (#31441336)
Yes. Abusers often claim to be the victim and turn people against their target. And abusers will often provoke victims, complicating the situation.
> A few times in my life I've known people who tried to control me
And you are aware of a red flag.
Another good tool -- narcissists (other manipulators, abusers) will use fear, obligation, and guilt to control people -- FOG. If you find yourself feeling those emotions around / because of certain people, investigate carefully as to why.
Re:Narcissism is rampant, so how do we address it?
on Thursday May 19, 2022 @07:01PM (#31441289)
There's no incentive for them to change. If they can use people and then discard them for new supply, maintaining their power over people with manipulation and games -- then why change? Change would involve becoming vulnerable, giving up their means of power, and confronting their harmful actions.
Re:Narcissism is rampant, so how do we address it?
on Thursday May 19, 2022 @06:58PM (#31441256)
Unfortunately this means there's no incentive for them to change. Becoming a better person and having healthier relationships takes a lot of effort, and to them, they are giving up power (and becoming vulnerable) -- so why bother? And empathy for others will never be a motivator, here.
Re:Narcissism is rampant, so how do we address it?
on Thursday May 19, 2022 @06:55PM (#31441227)
What you are describing is also known as the 'grey rock method'.
I'm sorry you've had to deal with that.
And yes, it's very effective. And even better, allows you to detach and recoup your time and peace.
Here's to healthier relationships.