I’m scared to think that more and more, everything is becoming a business. Everything is marketable, everything has a financial purpose—even ourselves. There will come a point where companies control everything. I’m not someone who supports the idea of the government controlling every aspect of our lives, but the thought of profit-driven corporations becoming the ones who regulate everything in our daily lives—that scares me.
You’re welcome! If you end up liking his work, I’d be happy to discuss it and share the things I liked and the things I didn’t.
I understand what you’re saying. Yes, I’m currently in a relationship with someone who understands that it’s something I enjoy, and there’s no issue with it.
Nice Try lol, and a nice reference too. One of my fav movies BTW
The last book I read was Foundation, the collection by Isaac Asimov. I had never read anything by this author before, and honestly, I loved it. I think I’ll start reading more of Asimov’s work—his way of portraying dystopian and futuristic societies feels really beautiful to me.
In my case, I’d say I enjoy receiving verbal and physical abuse. I’m not just referring to something sexual, but more generally. I’ve realized that it’s something that motivates me and makes me feel good. I don’t know if it’s sadomasochism, but in many instances in my life, I’ve found myself in total ecstasy when someone hits me or insults me.
However, it’s something circumstantial. I don’t see it as something I’m constantly seeking, like a fetish. It’s more like a personal trait—something that’s very much a part of me and makes me feel really good.
Well, like I mentioned in another answer, the phone network and internet here are sometimes non-existent. So I spend my time reading and studying topics related to biology and zoology. We also really enjoy having small get-togethers in the cabins that serve as the park’s operations center. Most of us live here, so we see ourselves as a family. Every now and then, we go to a small town near the reserve to dance, have a few beers, or just hang out.
Intercoms and a rope. You don’t know how many times I’ve needed rope for all sorts of situations. Also a hunting knife, it works for all sorts of situations.And a book, there’s almost no phone service in the reserve, so a book helps pass the time.
More than you might imagine. It’s very common for people to come and take advantage of the vegetation and the vastness of the reserve to “show each other love.” It’s uncomfortable for me, but I have colleagues who love doing it.In my case, I have a whistle, so I arrive like crazy making a lot of noise to scare them away.It’s not a serious crime, so there’s nothing else to do but remove them from the park and re-ban them.
It really is a majestic animal. It is called this because on their faces they have spots that look like glasses.
Visitors are allowed to camp in designated areas, not wherever they choose, as these are protected areas. The use of drones and loudspeakers is strictly prohibited due to the wildlife found here.People come mostly to hike, participate in spiritual retreats, and immersions with school students. Biologists and other scientists also often come to study the species in the reserve.
As for the other question, I think that A large number of visitors is impossible here, but if that were the case, I would tell them to enjoy nature and always have a guide. Many people often get lost here.
Obviously the Pteranodon, they’re very cool and they fly. They probably smell like lemon.
That you’re constantly taking care of the animals and plants. Most of the time I’m filling out registration forms, guiding tourists along the trails, and helping them. Also, that those of us who do this work do so because we love nature. In my case, it’s true, but the vast majority of my coworkers are simply here because they need a job. And many people think everything is peaceful, but in the country I live in, being in an area like this one I work in can be risky, especially as a woman.
I don’t know what country you’re from, but you need to know that these types of situations are normal in the country where I live, especially in rural areas. Thank you for your good wishes.
I live in a country located in the Andes mountain range. Therefore, I have had the privilege of seeing species like the spectacled bear and the Andean condor. They are truly majestic species. Also some pumas.
Poaching is a problem where I work, but with some nuances. As I mentioned in another comment, the country I live in is mired in an internal civil conflict, so guerrillas are stationed in protected areas of nature reserves and also in jungle areas where there is no state control. In the case of the place where I work, there is a guerrilla group operating nearby. Therefore, not many people come to hunt in these places for fear of being kidnapped. However, from time to time, a hunter comes. I can’t do anything about that except report it to the authorities. In fact, I once tried to take action on my own and ended up beaten and abused. I don’t regret anything. I hate that they hurt animals that are also in danger of extinction in this place.
As for pay, this is a third-world country. So, what you might get at my job in the United States is much more miserable here. However, that’s why I have another completely remote job, where I can work from home. It’s how I pay my bills.
A typical day starts off pretty routinely. I arrive at the reserve at the main cabin where we have all our gear. I change into my current clothes and dress appropriately for work.All day long, I give tours to tourists who come to the reserve. I help them climb, hike, and extend their campsites. I also have to check that no one has entered the reserve illegally, since it is a protected area.On the other hand, I spend all day reporting on the areas, reporting fires, and taking inventory of our equipment. The routine.
On a really bad day, we have a lot of tour groups. Especially from schools and religious groups. They’re difficult people to deal with, and I don’t do well with large groups.The country where I live has an internal armed conflict, so from time to time I have to deal with guerrillas who cross the area to gain their positions and influence. Sometimes they get aggressive. But they are usually kind despite being public enemies of the state.And then there are the days when someone gets lost. I’ve had 24-hour shifts because someone decided to get lost in the woods. Don’t get me wrong, it’s part of my job, but it’s stressful and demands a lot from us.
“Wow, I had no idea that was a real problem. But I can understand that it’s a very difficult situation to deal with. In those cases, I think all you can do is ‘try to move forward.’ Have you tried any kind of spirituality or religiosity?”