A Christmas Carol: The Russians are upset...

 

The Russians are upset with my recent blogs, as evidenced in the two lists provided above. The first list highlights the 15 countries that most frequently visited in my inaugural blog. Accumulating one million visits between the end of 2019 and the conclusion of 2021, this blog was subsequently discontinued. I elaborated on this discontinuation in a recent discussion, accessible here https://19-pacheco-torgal-19.blogspot.com/2023/11/vital-moreira-versus-pacheco-torgal.html

The second list pertains to my posts on two new blogs. A comparative analysis indicates that visitors from four countries—Sweden, Ukraine, Brazil, and Russia—no longer hold positions in the Top 15. Specifically, Sweden has dropped to the 21st position, Brazil to the 22nd, Ukraine to the 27th, and Russia to the 36th position. Fortunately, the recently incorporated countries in the Top 15, taking the place of the four that departed, not only contribute substantively but also bring considerable influence to my new blogs.

Concerning the reasons behind the dwindling visits from the initial four countries, I am unable to pinpoint a specific explanatory factor. In the case of Russia, it is reasonable to assume they may not appreciate the multitude of critical and abrasive posts about Bloodymir Putin. For instance,  in the concluding section of one post, I suggested that Russia's future might echo times when Russian teachers were remunerated with bottles of vodka https://pachecotorgal.com/2022/10/31/putin-and-irony-will-turn-russia-into-a-beggar-country-again/

Or in the post following the Latin tradition of "castigat ridendo mores", which provided a critique of the immature, illogical, and outright fanciful justifications offered in favor of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. https://pachecotorgal.com/2022/03/11/the-genius-behind-the-curtain/

Another noteworthy example is from December 2022, addressing Chinese visitors, wherein I questioned how much longer they could endure the unbearable offense committed by Russia against their country https://19-pacheco-torgal-19.blogspot.com/2022/12/how-much-longer-will-china-endure-theft.html

PS -  The undeniable evidence that the Chinese nation has not only retained the memory but remains steadfast in its commitment to addressing the treacherous theft of its sovereign territory by Russia is vividly presented at the Aihui History Museum (entry is prohibited for Russian visitors) which features a compelling 69-meter-long panoramic painting portraying Cossacks raping (Chinese) women https://19-pacheco-torgal-19.blogspot.com/2023/02/a-museum-with-69-metre-long-panoramic.html

Russos chateados com blogger Português

 

Reproduzo acima duas listas de países, na primeira lista, estão os 15 países que mais visitaram o meu primeiro blog, que entre o fim de 2019 e o fim de 2021, teve um milhão de visitas e que depois foi descontinuado, como há pouco tempo expliquei aqui https://19-pacheco-torgal-19.blogspot.com/2023/11/vital-moreira-versus-pacheco-torgal.html

Já a segunda lista diz respeito aos meus posts em dois novos blogs. Como resulta evidente da comparação das duas listas, os visitantes da Suécia, da Ucrânia e do Brasil, deixaram de aparecer no Top15, Em bom rigor a Suécia caiu para a 21ª posição, o Brasil para a 22ª, a Ucrânia para a 27ª e a Rússia para a 36ª posição. Felizmente porém, que os novos países que entraram para o Top 15, são países importantes e influentes, sendo que a China, é especialmente importante, por conta do que escrevi no final de Julho deste ano aqui  https://19-pacheco-torgal-19.blogspot.com/2023/07/colaboracoes-internacionais-das.html

Sobre as causas da redução de visitas dos três primeiros países, não alcanço o respetivo motivo explicativo (nem perco o sono com isso), já a Rússia é fácil de perceber que não tenham gostado nada das dezenas de posts sobre o Putin, como por exemplo aquele, em cuja parte final escrevi que o futuro da Rússia é voltar aos tempos em que pagava os seus professores com garrafas de vodka https://pachecotorgal.com/2022/10/31/putin-and-irony-will-turn-russia-into-a-beggar-country-again/ 

Ou por exemplo aquele outro de Dezembro de 2022, dirigido aos visitantes Chineses, onde perguntei, quanto mais tempo é que conseguirão aguentar a insuportável afronta que a Rússia cometeu contra o país deles  https://19-pacheco-torgal-19.blogspot.com/2022/12/how-much-longer-will-china-endure-theft.html e também no outro post, onde sobre o mesmo assunto, aproveitei para recordar que a China não só manteve a memória, mas permanece firme no seu compromisso de enfrentar o roubo traiçoeiro do seu território soberano pela Rússia, que é vividamente apresentada no Museu de História de Aihui (cuja entrada é proibida aos visitantes russos) que apresenta uma pintura panorâmica com quase 70 de comprimento que mostra cossacos violando mulheres chinesas https://19-pacheco-torgal-19.blogspot.com/2023/02/a-museum-with-69-metre-long-panoramic.html

PS - No contexto supra vale a pena revisitar o post de título "Caos de inspiração Portuguesa continua infecciosamente a espalhar-se pelo Planeta" no qual foi mencionado um post (o terceiro mais visto), que seguindo a tradição latina "castigat ridendo mores", ridicularizou a justificação, infantil, idiota e até alucinada, da invasão Russa contra a Ucrânia https://19-pacheco-torgal-19.blogspot.com/2022/04/caos-de-inspiracao-portuguesa-continua.html

Top scientist against economic growth

In a recent article published on December 20 in Nature, authored by the eminent professor of Ecological Economics at University College London, (Robert Costanza, who currently holds the impressive 841st position in the Stanford-Elsevier scientist career ranking) a compelling argument is made for a cessation of the relentless pursuit of economic growth https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-04029-8 

When I fed that article into ChatGPT and asked for advice on how to achieve the aforementioned goal, ChatGPT provided the response that is presented below. In what concerns the sixth piece of advice, I strongly believe it makes perfect sense to reproduce a text that I previously authored in a post titled "First course to die better", dated 19-11-2019:

"...This detachment is particularly significant in the context of an impending future characterized by a scarcity of employment opportunities and the formidable challenges posed by the climate emergency. Therefore, it is not only logical but perhaps even more pertinent for universities to broaden their scope and actively engage in assisting individuals to navigate and thrive within this novel and disruptive reality..."  https://pacheco-torgal.blogspot.com/2019/11/primeiro-curso-para-morrer-melhor.html

PS - Professor Robert Costanza is the lead author of the renowned paper titled "The Value of the World's Ecosystem Services and Natural Capital," which has garnered nearly 15,000 citations on Scopus and over 30,000 citations on Google Scholar to date.

1. Raise Awareness and Mobilize: It's crucial to raise awareness about the urgency of the global issues mentioned, such as climate change, inequality, and social unrest. Mobilize communities and create movements to push for change. Utilize various platforms, including social media, to disseminate information and engage a wider audience.

2. Advocate for Policy Changes: Support and advocate for policies that prioritize sustainable well-being over GDP growth. Engage with policymakers and decision-makers to ensure that new measures are implemented. Highlight the negative consequences of the current economic system and emphasize the benefits of transitioning to a more sustainable model.

3. Support Alternative Metrics: Encourage the adoption of alternative metrics for societal well-being. The text mentions various indicators like the Genuine Progress Indicator and the OECD Better Life Index. Support research initiatives, such as the MERGE project, that focus on developing comprehensive indicators that go beyond GDP and consider environmental and social factors.

4. Model Complex Dynamics: Support research that models the complex interactions between social, economic, and natural elements of societal well-being. These models can help assess the sustainability of different approaches and guide decision-makers toward more sustainable policies.

5. Implement Sustainable Policies: Learn from examples like the European Union and the Wellbeing Economy Governments group, which includes Scotland, New Zealand, Wales, Finland, Canada, and Iceland. Analyze and promote policies that focus on biocapacity, fairness, well-being for all, and active democracy. Share successful policies and strategies with other nations.

6. Build a Shared Vision: Create a positive and shared vision for a sustainable world. Utilize techniques from psychology, such as motivational interviewing, to engage people in discussions about their life goals and the benefits of sustainable well-being. Use creative methods, including arts and humanities, to depict a positive future aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

7. Overcome Opposition: Acknowledge and address the challenges posed by vested interests, such as billionaires, the fossil-fuel sector, and industrial agriculture. Develop strategies to overcome opposition, including removing perverse subsidies and promoting collective actions through movements.

8. Engage Diverse Stakeholders: Involve a diverse range of stakeholders, including researchers, activists, policymakers, and the general public. Collaborate with different sectors to build a comprehensive and inclusive approach to sustainable well-being.

9. Highlight Long-Term Benefits: Emphasize the long-term benefits of transitioning to a sustainable model. While change may be difficult in the short term, stress the significant sacrifices associated with continuing down the current path and the positive impact on personal and societal well-being that sustainable practices can bring.

10. Accelerate Progress: Act with a sense of urgency. The text expresses hope for change in 2024, so strive to accelerate progress by continuously building momentum, engaging new supporters, and influencing key decision-makers.