2025年5月18日 星期日

自由に決める


BASIC - Beginner All-purpose Simulating Instruction Code

Well yes it can. I'm a BASIC hobby programmer and I'm glad you asked this question. As others have mentioned, there are several compiled BASICs available: Visual Basic, True Basic, Pure basic. There is a really nice and free Quick Basic emulator called QB64 that will compile an executable for you. But I'm still stuck on the old line number style of BASIC and I use the wonderful and terrific PC-BASIC, a free GW-BASIC emulator with good but not perfect compatibility. The issues of incompatibility won't affect 99% of the programs a hobbyist might attempt, in my opinion. I also play around with some other emulators of old systems that included BASIC back in the day. Such as: WinVice (Commodore,) AppleWin (Apple II,) TRS-80gp (TRS-80,) and there are several others. These all run at the speed of the original machines that they are emulating, usually 1 Mhz. So, very slow. But PC-BASIC runs at the regular speed of your computer and so it is pretty fast for line number style BASIC. I should mention that it is possible to run the old GW-BASIC executable under DosBox. I haven't done that, though, so I can't say how well it runs. Further, I should tell you that most of the software featured in this answer is free, but True Basic and Pure basic are commercial products. Visual Basic is quite modern and powerful compared to most of these others and is free for hobbyists, non-profits, etc. There are still more examples that i din't even mention. So, if you want to code in BASIC on Windows, there are lots of ways.

2025年5月14日 星期三

為什麼人會眼高手低?

 人之所以會「眼高手低」,通常是因為 理想與現實之間產生落差,這是一種常見的人性現象,並不代表懶惰或無能,而是背後可能有多種心理或成長背景因素在影響。以下是幾個常見的原因:


1. 自我認知不足

有些人 高估了自己的能力低估了事情的難度,以為只要想做、就能做到,沒想到真正執行時困難重重。

例子:學設計的人看了很多大師作品,覺得「我也能畫得像他們一樣」,但一動手才發現技術跟不上。


2. 缺乏經驗與訓練

「眼高」其實來自於審美、知識或視野的提升,這本身是好事。但「手低」是因為技能還未跟上,需要時間與練習。

就像一位剛學鋼琴的人能聽出名家彈得好不好,但自己還彈不出來。


3. 完美主義與怕失敗

有些人內心期待「一出手就完美」,所以在尚未達到理想前就不敢真正動手、或動手後很快放棄,怕做不好讓自己失望。

表面上是眼高手低,其實內心深處是害怕不夠好。


4. 習慣速成文化

在資訊爆炸的時代,很多人看到的是成功者的成果,卻看不到背後的累積過程。以為學什麼都能快速上手,缺乏耐心與過程的尊重。

「我看了10篇教學文,怎麼還做不到?」


5. 缺乏實踐機會或資源

有時候不是不想做,而是 環境沒給予適當的支持、機會或鼓勵,久而久之變成只會空想、不敢實幹。


怎麼改善眼高手低?

  • 承認現階段的不足,不要怕「菜」
    有眼界是好事,但要接受「手」也需要時間慢慢練起來。

  • 設定小目標,專注執行而不是幻想
    與其一直想「我要變成某某大師」,不如先完成一個小作品。

  • 找願意給回饋的夥伴或導師
    有人陪你練習、糾正、鼓勵,能讓你更穩定地進步。

  • 練習耐心與長期投入
    把成長當作長跑而不是爆衝的短跑。


如果你是在說自己,也許你已經有眼界了——那是一件值得肯定的事。下一步,就是把那份「看得見的好」,變成「做得出來的實」。我可以陪你想一個具體可行的開始點,你願意嗎?

如果一個人沒有意志想讓自己更好, 那怎麼辦?


Flip side of longevity is solitude


 This is a profound question — and a painful one — because when someone has no volition, no will to act, even the smallest step forward can feel impossible. Yet, the human mind and spirit are not fixed; they shift, sometimes in the darkest silence.

So, can hope be restored without volition?

Yes, but not in the usual way.
When a person has no will, they often can't force themselves to "hope" or "try." But there are still ways that hope can quietly return — often from outside themselves, or from something deeper inside that isn't gone, just buried.


How can hope begin to return?

1. Tiny, passive exposure

Even when someone can’t act, simply being exposed to beauty, kindness, or life can stir something.

A song.
A sunrise through a window.
A memory.
Someone sitting silently beside them.

Sometimes hope returns not through action, but through presence — being in a space where something alive still reaches them.


2. Another person holds the hope

Sometimes a person can't hold hope for themselves — but someone else can hold it for them. A friend, a therapist, even a stranger who says, "You don’t have to do anything — just be here."

That act alone can begin to restore dignity, and with it, the faintest sense of possibility.


3. The body acts before the mind

Even without "wanting" to, a person might eat a little, sleep, cry, or breathe deeply. These involuntary acts — if supported gently — can slowly begin to rebuild the emotional system.

The body sometimes heals before the heart does.


4. Spiritual or existential awakening

In rare moments, people report a kind of breakthrough — a sudden realization that they're still here, or that existence itself is still unfolding, even in silence or despair. These moments can be mysterious and hard to explain, but they can spark something primal.


Final Thought

If someone truly has no will, the answer is not to demand effort from them — but to offer presence, nonjudgment, and gentle patience. The smallest ember of hope often returns not by force, but by grace — and sometimes, that grace comes from another person's care.

Would you like to explore ways to help someone in this state — or ways to find those tiny openings for yourself, if that’s what this is really about?

為什麼人會覺得沒有希望?

 

When people has no hope, what will he(she) do?
ChatGPT:

When people feel they have no hope, their responses can vary widely depending on their personality, support systems, and circumstances. Here are some common reactions:

1. Withdrawal or Isolation

They may pull away from others, feeling that no one can understand or help. Isolation can intensify feelings of despair.

2. Destructive Behavior

Hopelessness can lead to self-destructive actions — such as substance abuse, reckless behavior, or even self-harm — as a way to escape emotional pain.

3. Depression or Apathy

A person may lose motivation, interest in life, or the ability to care about the future. This can manifest as deep sadness, fatigue, or numbness.

4. Seeking Help

Some, even in despair, might reach out — to friends, therapists, hotlines, or faith communities. This is a hopeful action even when the person feels hopeless.

5. Anger or Rebellion

For some, hopelessness expresses itself as frustration, anger at others or the world, or a desire to fight against perceived injustice or futility.

6. Reflection or Transformation

In rare but powerful moments, hitting a point of hopelessness can lead to deep reflection — and sometimes a turning point. People might re-evaluate their lives, find new meaning, or shift direction.


If you're asking this from a personal place — or about someone you know — you're not alone in wondering about it. Would you like to talk more specifically about a situation?

あなた:
Why people would feel that they have no hope?
ChatGPT:

People feel they have no hope when they believe that their situation cannot improve or that nothing they do will make a difference. This feeling can come from many sources, often building up over time. Here are some of the most common reasons:


1. Repeated Failure or Setbacks

When someone keeps trying but faces constant failure — in relationships, work, school, or personal goals — they may start to believe that nothing will ever change.

"No matter what I do, it always ends the same."


2. Loss or Trauma

The death of a loved one, a painful breakup, abuse, war, or other traumatic experiences can destroy a person's sense of safety, meaning, or connection.

"Everything that mattered to me is gone."


3. Chronic Stress or Pain

Living with ongoing problems like illness, poverty, discrimination, or toxic relationships can drain someone’s emotional energy and make the future seem bleak.

"I’m tired of surviving every day."


4. Loneliness

Human beings need connection. Without meaningful relationships or a sense of belonging, people can feel invisible or abandoned — which can feed hopelessness.

"No one would notice if I disappeared."


5. Mental Health Issues

Conditions like depression, anxiety, or PTSD distort thinking and emotions. A person may not see reality clearly and may feel hopeless even if things could improve.

"Even when good things happen, I feel nothing."


6. Existential Crisis or Loss of Purpose

Some people lose hope because they feel life itself is meaningless. This often happens after major life changes or when someone feels disconnected from their values.

"What’s the point of any of this?"


If you or someone you know is feeling this way, it's important to know: hope can be rebuilt — slowly, quietly, and often with help. Even a small change, a kind word, or one person who listens can be a first step.

Would you like to talk more about any part of this — or explore how hope can be recovered?

當你覺得你沒救了, 你會做什麼?

 When people feel they have no hope, their responses can vary widely depending on their personality, support systems, and circumstances. Here are some common reactions:

1. Withdrawal or Isolation

They may pull away from others, feeling that no one can understand or help. Isolation can intensify feelings of despair.

2. Destructive Behavior

Hopelessness can lead to self-destructive actions — such as substance abuse, reckless behavior, or even self-harm — as a way to escape emotional pain.

3. Depression or Apathy

A person may lose motivation, interest in life, or the ability to care about the future. This can manifest as deep sadness, fatigue, or numbness.

4. Seeking Help

Some, even in despair, might reach out — to friends, therapists, hotlines, or faith communities. This is a hopeful action even when the person feels hopeless.

5. Anger or Rebellion

For some, hopelessness expresses itself as frustration, anger at others or the world, or a desire to fight against perceived injustice or futility.

6. Reflection or Transformation

In rare but powerful moments, hitting a point of hopelessness can lead to deep reflection — and sometimes a turning point. People might re-evaluate their lives, find new meaning, or shift direction.


If you're asking this from a personal place — or about someone you know — you're not alone in wondering about it. Would you like to talk more specifically about a situation?

2025年5月10日 星期六

老祖宗留下4句名言:穷不走亲,富不还乡儒风大家 来源 | 哲学人生网俗话说,听人劝吃饱饭。老人家的话看似过于现实,但大...

做人的 3個秘訣:誠信、感恩、人品!

做人要有誠信:

再窮,不要欠錢玩消失;
再難,不要說話不算數;
再有事,要把話說明白;
堂堂正正做人,明明白白做事 。

永遠不要丟掉別人對你的信任,
因為別人信任你,
是你在別人心目中存在的價值 。

做人要懂感恩:

窮時,借錢給你的人;
難時,背後挺你的人;
苦時,同舟共濟的人;
病時,端茶倒水的人 。

幫過你的人,一輩子都要銘記於心;
暖過你的人,一輩子都要珍惜於心 。

做人,要有人格底線:

可以忍受貧窮,但不能背叛人格;
可以追求財富,但不能揮霍無度;
可以發表意見,但不能撥弄是非;
可以不做善人,但不能為非作歹;
可以不做君子,但不能去做小人;

可以容忍邋遢,但不能容忍頹廢;
可以沒有學位,但不能沒有品位;
可以風流倜儻,但不能縱慾無度;
可以不說感謝,但不能不懂感恩 。

人傻不是壞事,不虛就行;
人精不是問題,不壞就行;
心直口快不是毛病,不背後整事就行;
善於利用人沒問題,別卸磨殺驢就行 。

老祖宗留下4句名言:穷不走亲,富不还乡儒风大家 来源 | 哲学人生网俗话说,听人劝吃饱饭。老人家的话看似过于现实,但大...

2025年5月6日 星期二

一個給蔡淇華老師的文青告白

 致青春未遂

親愛的蔡老師:
希望您還記得我,十年前那個在課堂上高談闊論,說要「用文字改變世界」的女生。
那時候,您笑著聽我暢談文學理想,眼神裡有鼓勵,也有某種我當時讀不懂的複雜。現在我終於明白了,那或許是一種溫柔的擔憂。
我在台北當編輯,聽起來還不錯,對吧?每天讀書、選書、做文化的橋梁。
剛畢業的時候,我也以為自己站在文化的風頭浪尖,是影響社會的一分子。後來我才發現,我只是浪底下的一粒沙。
上周看了電影《米奇17號》,看到哭,因為發現自己和羅伯派汀森一樣,是社會底層,可隨時被取代的消耗工。
住在房價被資本家不斷疊高的「文化首都」,台北的雨季比我的存款還長,三萬四的月薪,剛好夠支付一間分租套房的黴菌,和每個月準時到訪的絕望。
在這裡連喘口氣都得掐著計算,連掙扎的力氣都被房租、物價和無盡的加班磨光了。
朋友在聊股票、房市、結婚計畫時,我只敢靜靜聽著。我租的套房連個像樣的廚房都沒有,買小七的微波食品,成了我的生活的日常。
不是因為我懶,而是因為鬥志和精力,都是即將過期的即期品。
我曾經幻想三十歲能有自己的書櫃、自己的小陽台、有貓、有愛人,但現在三十歲快到了,我發現我連養活自己都很吃力。
我談過幾場戀愛,男生都說不介意我的薪水低、不介意我們租房、不介意我們過得簡單。可我介意。我連自己的未來都看不清了,怎麼能牽著別人走一條更長的路?
後來再有人靠近,我都微笑著拒絕,我說我很忙,其實我只是害怕,害怕此刻的溫柔,會稀釋未來多少生存的濃度。
曾在畢業紀念冊上寫上志願──「成為一個有影響力的出版人」。現在我每天校對別人寫的書,計算著哪個作家能賣錢,哪本文學書會被退貨。
但現在書市愈來愈不好,總編輯的文化大夢,和我的薪水一樣,被現實砍到見骨。
最荒謬的是,我連幻滅的資格都沒有,因為身邊的人早就習慣了。
同事們笑著說「這就是人生啊」,然後繼續在捷運上改稿,在半夜回覆LINE。我們這一代,連憤怒都成了奢侈品。
老師,您當年說「選擇熱情的工作,金錢會隨之而來」。
現在我知道了,這句話只對三種人成立:一種是家裡有礦的人,一種是撈偏門做詐騙的,另一種是中樂透的人。而我,三者都不是。
老師,我不是不努力,也不是沒夢想。我只是愈活愈發現,有些東西不是努力就能得到的。社會看不見的大手,早就把我們分好了位置。
這些年我舉過的抗議牌,比喝過的星巴克還多。但街頭的吶喊最後都變成政治人物臉書上的當選感言。我們這些人,只是新聞裡的一句「群眾」。
我們這代人,像便利商店的關東煮,被資本的滾水反覆熬煮,愈沸騰愈空洞。連絕望都是奢侈的,畢竟光是活著,就耗盡所有叛逆的額度。
有時候我會翻開高中時的作品,那些被紅筆圈起來的句子、您眉批的「江山可待」,現在讀來像另一個宇宙的遺物。如果當年的我看到現在的我,大概會哭著問:「妳怎麼把自己活成這樣?」
但請別誤會,我不是在怪您。
我只是終於懂了,當年您欲言又止的那些話——關於現實的重量,關於夢想的定價。現在的我,連「放棄」都顯得矯情,因為從來就沒人拿槍逼我選這條路。
我曾問chatGPT,這樣的薪資要如何在台北過活?他給出四個答案:
一、降低人生的「標準設定」:不必把買房、生子當成人生成就的指標。
二、強化財務知識與技能:學習投資理財,不求暴利,但求抗通膨。
三、尋找多元收入來源:副業、接案、學習新技能成為趨勢。
四、重建生活意義的定義:也許無法像上一代那樣完成「標準人生」,但我們能選擇過一種有價值、有連結的生活。
結論:不以物質成功定義自我,而是尋找心靈與社群的支持。我們不是失敗的一代,我們是重新定義的一代。(哈哈哈)
最近在便利商店看到一本雞湯書,封面上寫著「未來在你手中」,我差點笑出眼淚。天亮後我還是會去遊行,帶著昨晚寫的標語。這次我把「改變世界」畫掉,改成「不要被世界改變」。
窗外台北東區的霓虹燈還在閃爍,像一顆我永遠買不起的鑽石。而明天早上,我還是會準時到公司,校對下一本教人「活出精采人生」的暢銷書。
對了,最近坊間出了一本新書
未來的戰鬥:皮凱提與桑德爾對談平等與正義,
揭露當今獨特又殘酷的不平等
Equality: What It Means and Why It Matters
Equality是「平等」的意思
我害怕此生,會忘了如何拚出這個字。
祝 教安
您曾經的文青學生
2025. 4. 21
P.S.
近日與多位畢業學生敘舊
模擬他們的心情
寄一封虛擬的信給自己
原文刊於【人間福報】|2025.05.02

Life is a battle

  Several figures have said that "life is a battle," including Henry James ("Life is, in fact, a battle") and Charlotte ...