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Why did we even need to study math in school, I wonder?

Why did we even need to study math in school?

Can't we just be cute?

Would you rather date a mansplaining alpha male or an aesthetic pick-me boy?

Would you rather date: A misogynistic, mansplaining “alpha male” who never posts on social media because he thinks being mysterious makes him superior, or a matcha-drinking, tote-bag-wearing pick-me boy who posts every moment of his life on his story and makes everything look like a curated retro recap? Be honest: which one is worse, and why?

Travel vs Savings (Investing)?

Right now is the youngest you’ll ever be in life. It’s fine to travel with someone special, but it’s also okay to put money into savings or investments for the future. Which would you prioritize? A answer with gradients rather than black-and-white is also very welcome!

Are baseball players actually cool?

Their bodies don’t even look that sharp, they seem kind of badly behaved, and they’re sitting around all the time, so why are their wives so pretty?

What Separates “Clear” from “Shallow”?

Where do you think the line is between someone who explains things clearly and someone who comes across as shallow?

The Origin of Paradox

The word for 'contradiction' in East Asia (mu-jun) comes from a story of a merchant selling an 'unbeatable' spear and an 'unbreakable' shield. If you had to choose just one, which would you pick?

Love or data—which do you trust?

Some data suggests arranged marriages lead to greater happiness. Do you agree, or would you still choose love?

Do you support basic income or oppose it?

Think about it from two perspectives: as a policy for society, and as someone who would actually receive it. Would your answer change?

Save time or save money?

You can take a free road that takes one hour, or a toll road that takes 15 minutes but costs ¥2,000. Which do you choose right now?

Freedom or Legacy

Which path feels more 'human' to you: taking on the responsibility of raising a child, or choosing to live freely for yourself?

On being strong

The idea that 'men should be strong'—how do you feel about this expectation in modern society?

Purpose of life

What do you think is the purpose of life? Is it something you find, or something you create?

The Influencer's Hype

Exaggerating a bit in a sponsored post to make it more exciting—is this just smart business, or is it fundamentally dishonest?

On being beautiful

The idea that 'women should be beautiful'—how do you accept or challenge this pressure today?

Cheating Temptation

During an important exam, you find yourself in a position where you can easily see a classmate's answers. You will definitely not get caught. Do you look?

Defining Happiness

What is happiness? Define it in your own words. Is it a state of mind, an achievement, or a collection of small moments?

Looks vs. Personality

In a romantic partner, which do you prioritize: physical appearance or personality? Is there a minimum threshold for either?

The Law or Morality

Is it better to commit a minor crime to help a person in desperate poverty, or to do nothing and strictly uphold the law?

Correctness vs. Happiness

Would you rather live a perfectly 'correct' but lonely life, or a slightly dishonest but happy life with others?