Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. A showerthought should offer a unique perspective on an ordinary part of life.

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If a corporation were subject to normal human health risks, we would have a clean environment and trillions invested in fighting climate change. (lemmy.ca)

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[–] [email protected] 7 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Nah. How many people still smoke, or eat a heap of crap food, knowing that it will effect their future health.

They will carry on on for the immediate dopamine hit of profits!

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 month ago (2 children)

How many people still smoke

Not many. It's been a long time since the last time I saw a smoker.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 month ago

Addictive tobacco has reinvented itself. Vaping, gummies, and probably more.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 month ago

There are lots still. Typically in lower socio-economic communities, as well as certain countries.

But, they still smike