So are conversations between people. That is to say, of course people could look things up themselves; but then you lose out on the uniqueness that talking to another human being brings to the table.
I appreciate the willingness to learn new things… but how is it not easier to just type “glib” into your url bar and read the definition that comes up? Takes less than 3 seconds.
Not being glib - you will need this book.
Thanks. What does glib mean btw?
google. still a thing.
Ah yes, just what we need in a burgeoning online community: people discouraging interactions.
So are conversations between people. That is to say, of course people could look things up themselves; but then you lose out on the uniqueness that talking to another human being brings to the table.
If I want to know how to cook with glue, I’ll ask Google.
Glib means offhand, or insincere in this context.
A lot of internet comments can be thoughtless, meant as a cheap joke or empty attempt to fight boredom rather than really help someone.
I appreciate the willingness to learn new things… but how is it not easier to just type “glib” into your url bar and read the definition that comes up? Takes less than 3 seconds.
Why waste your time typing that comment?
Because I’m bored at work?
It means that’s a serious answer, and a serious recommendation. And I agree that you should read that book.
It’s a game changer.
If by game one could mean a generational cycle of perpetually unfit parenting…