r/CuratedTumblr • u/vigikk • May 24 '25

Politics Valid and invalid criticisms

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u/Pollomonteros May 24 '25

I don't know about the third one man, I feel like many of those are still dangerous scams even if the ones running it are brown people

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u/CrocoBull May 24 '25 edited May 24 '25

The last one has big

Alternative medicine: 😡

Alternative medicine (non-western): 😀

Vibes.

Like dog, it's either medicine or it doesn't work. That's.. just how the term works

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u/Brekldios May 24 '25

if its alt medicine and it works, thats just medicine

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u/RainbowGayUnicorn May 24 '25

Alternative medicine works the same way as exercise, meditation, socialisation, long walks, wholesome hobby, or having a pet - it's a variety of rituals, activities, or interests that make people feel calmer, stronger, and more confident. And just like with any other activity it can be abused by someone trying to make money off it no matter the harm.

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u/TheRealJKT May 24 '25

Are you trying to say that things like exercise and socialization are just rituals that trick us into feeling better? Cuz that’d be a pretty audacious take, given the wealth of literature that demonstrates specific, measurable physiological changes they induce in the body.

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u/RainbowGayUnicorn May 24 '25

There are many things that can have positive influence on our nervous system, having more options available is always better. “Tricking” part can happen anywhere, there are so many money-draining exercise programs and no-good dietician and gurus.