Tall people are happier, better educated

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The discussion centers around a study by economist Angus Deaton, which suggests that taller individuals report higher happiness levels, attributing this to greater education and income. The study indicates that men and women above average height experience more positive emotions and less negativity. Critics argue against the correlation between height and education, suggesting that happiness is subjective and not solely dependent on physical stature or wealth. Some participants share personal anecdotes, highlighting that happiness can exist independently of height or income, while others emphasize societal biases favoring taller individuals in leadership roles. The conversation also touches on the complexities of happiness across different socioeconomic backgrounds, with some asserting that wealth does not guarantee happiness. Overall, the debate reflects skepticism about broad claims linking height to happiness and success, with many advocating for a more nuanced understanding of these relationships.
  • #101
nismaratwork said:
I admit, that's the first place my filthy little mind went. I thought perhaps it was another measurement for some that correlated to higher confidence. Maybe you walk into a bar and just announce that while you're only 3'11", you're hung like a bull-moose and it's just instant $$$ and ladies... Yeah, I said it. :wink:

cue the music and D-grade plot...

bow chicka wow wow
 
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  • #102
I am sorry for going a bit off topic, I just like discussing things. I have roughly an infinite amount of patience so I can literary discuss things for a days. I just want to explain how/why/what etc to see what people think. Also I don't really see why anyone would think about penis size when they hear about someones length.
 
  • #103
Klockan3 said:
I am sorry for going a bit off topic, I just like discussing things. I have roughly an infinite amount of patience so I can literary discuss things for a days. I just want to explain how/why/what etc to see what people think. Also I don't really see why anyone would think about penis size when they hear about someones length.

Obviously you don't live in America then. Because when I hear about someone's "length", that's the first thing I think of.
 
  • #104
Char. Limit said:
Obviously you don't live in America then. Because when I hear about someone's "length", that's the first thing I think of.

Yep. Just the way it is, I guess.
 
  • #105
nismaratwork said:
Wow, I'm a little astonished by your arrogance. You're entitled to your opinions, but they are just that... and your recommendation to me is simply an insult. Why bother to post here if you refuse to answer direct questions? Clearly you're a poseur with nothing to offer, who just wanted to bluster. Unless you care to go back to our first exchange and start answering questions then I'm done with you. You're so far beyond the original point about the relative advantages of various attributes that it would be funny if it weren't so annoying.

I will repeat my recommendation to you. If you want to know in what way looks based biases can influence legal processes, do yourself a favor and read a book on the subject before opening your mouth with personal attacks. You will learn one or two new things. You decide now if it worths for you or not to invest some time in reading. Generally the members of this board are not adverse to it, and I am very sorry that you find a recommendation to read an insult. But yeah, I can't help with how you feel.

nismaratwork said:
...that it would be funny if it weren't so annoying.

Are you letting someone over internet to have so much power over you that you became annoyed? Interesting.
 
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  • #106
Lisa! said:
:smile:

See, this is why I've had so many Iranian friends. You guys always seem to appreciate my sense of humor, and I yours. :biggrin:

[Several of my closest friends over the years have been Iranians]
 
  • #107
DanP said:
I will repeat my recommendation to you. If you want to know in what way looks based biases can influence legal processes, do yourself a favor and read a book on the subject before opening your mouth with personal attacks. You will learn one or two new things. You decide now if it worths for you or not to invest some time in reading. Generally the members of this board are not adverse to it, and I am very sorry that you find a recommendation to read an insult. But yeah, I can't help with how you feel.



Are you letting someone over internet to have so much power over you that you became annoyed? Interesting.

Yes Dan, you have amazing power over me... I can see that this is going nowhere... you're dogmatic and unwilling to support your position as always.
 
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