Wiggy

On 8/18/2023 at 9:42 AM, Wiggy said:

 

22 hours ago, kwilco said:

Sadly I'd disagree

Why do people think they are experts on things they know nothing about. Certainly passing a driving test - of any kind is grossly overrated.....

 

I also worry about the use of that word expert - do people really understand what that means? Is it an automatic proof that and argument is correct or validated?

 

…… If they drive a car they think they are "experts" on driving,

….. because they went to school they are "experts" on education

……. and because they have been in hospital they think they are "experts" on health care?

 

Many people mistake their personal experience with these topics as way more informative than it really is. They mistake the significance of personal experience (of bad habits) as a general overview of a topic far more complex than they ever conceive.

 

It is important to be aware of the cognitive biases that can lead people to overestimate their knowledge and abilities. If you find yourself thinking that you are an "expert" on something you know little about, it is important to take a step back and assess your knowledge critically. You may be surprised at how little you actually know.

 

Here are examples of the cognitive biases that lead to the nonsense promulgated on this thread.

 

The Dunning-Kruger effect is when people with limited knowledge in a particular area overestimate their abilities in that area. Because they lack the knowledge and experience to actually understand how much they don't know. For instance they may think they can’t be a backseat driver because they have a driving licence

 

Confirmation bias is when people  seek out only information that confirms their existing beliefs, and ignore or dismiss information that contradicts those beliefs.

 

These people to believe that they are "experts" on a topic even if they have only superficial knowledge of it.. They are often “one quote wonders” – e,g,, someone who believes that vaccines cause autism will only seek out information that supports that belief, and they might ignore or dismiss any evidence to the contrary.

 

The “availability heuristic” is a mental shortcut that we use to make judgments about the likelihood of something happening based on how easily examples of it come to mind. Or how often they see them on youtube etc….. This leads people to overestimate their own expertise and they don’t realise the relative insignificance of the few examples or the  times when they appeared to get it right. For example, someone who has successfully driven a car a few times might think they are an expert driver, even all they have done is driven a lot of miles or never had an accident themselves. They are like someone who backs a winner in the Derby horse race and then claims they are an expert on horse racing.

 

Road safety isn't really to do with driving - it's understanding the science....

You need to get out more ????

18 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

No change will ever take place without the people taking decisive action. The fake army senators need to be declared enemies of the state. They are essentially committing treason, at this point. A list of their names and photos needs to be circulated. The people need to call them and their children, siblings, and parents out at work, at school, at restaurants, and in public. Shame them into submission. Embarrass them to no end. Make them conscious of the incredible amount of damage and erosion to democracy they are causing, and let Cha Cha know we are not buying his "I will be cooperative, and honor the results" nonsense.

 

If these illigitimate clowns don't act like adults and cooperate, all bets are off. Their health, safety and welfare could be in jeopardy. The people will not tolerate it. Make their lives so uncomfortable they quit a year early. It just might work. 

 

Weak, pathetic, cowardly, self entitled hooligans, who are accustomed to a perch atop the ivory tower, scared to death of being taken down a notch, and being asked to be accountable for their heinous and unforgivable actions. Of course they will resort to whatever dirty tactics they can. That is who and what they are. Filth. They are the deplorables.

 

These lowlifes have been bullying the Thai people for many years now. Guess they never expected the favor to be returned. They all assume they are "above it all". Mightier than the masses. Too rich to touch. Well, perhaps things are about to change. Perhaps your lives are about to take a turn for the worse, and you and your families are going to be subject to intense harassment for the cowardly and highly dishonorable positions you accepted. After all, the fortune comes at some cost, right?

 

Granted, Pita should have been smart enough to divest this stock, before running for PM. But, we all know the disqualification was a sham, an act of desperation, a power grab, an act of spectacularly, morally bankrupt power mongering men, and a total travesty.

 

The army is far too powerful here, he knows that, and reform is needed. The sooner the better.

 

 

 

I concur, and well said. It would be nice if the action in your first paragraph could happen, but it illustrates nicely why the ridiculous defamation laws are in place…… exactly to prevent people like this being called out. They well protected by the state. Deliberately. 

18 hours ago, kwilco said:

Nonsense - as you clearly haven't identified the root of the problem any conclusions you come to will be erroneous....there's a lot to be done.

And the root of the problem is?

The pitch is not the distance between the rows of seats. It is the distance of any point on a seat to the same point on the seat in front when not reclined. 

Unfortunately I think Voranai is spot on; Thailand won’t/can’t change as there’s just too much at stake and too much money and power to be had. There’s no room at the trough for newcomers, particularly reformists. 

On 7/5/2023 at 2:04 PM, KUGS said:

Hi guys, 

is it enough to show the police ones driving license in the DLT QR license app? Or is the actual driver license needed?

Thanks

My guess is that it's up to the individual police officer that stops you, regardless of the 'rules'. I always carry my physical licence for that reason. 

4 hours ago, dontpanic said:

Could I ask, if you are travelling alone with your half Thai child who obviously has a Thai passport, without your wife. Is it possible to use the Thai lane on entering Thailand.

 

Thanks. 

I would assume so (depending on age as already mentioned ). A polite enquiry to a staff member at the airport should suffice. 

2 hours ago, rimmae2 said:

Autochannel which PRs could use has been out of use since December 2019. Previous to this date I had used auto channel at least 100 times leaving SVB and same time entering.

 

I have departed SVB on an international flight about 20 times in the last year, all on TG first or business class. Frequently after passing though TG fast track I have walked to the Immigration counter where autogates are and enquired as to the status. Invariably the answer regarding when the autogates will be open has been different. Two days ago the answer was waiting for the new Government.

 

Recently on a related topic I read about reopening of autogates for Hong Kong and Singapore passport holders next year.

Thank you. This is what I had been told as well. So it seems the service is indeed currently suspended. Hopefully it’ll return soon.
I’m leaving Monday and travelling with my wife so I’ll aim to come through the Thai channel on our return. 

43 minutes ago, Etaoin Shrdlu said:

No, I haven't.

 

Perhaps worth a try next time I fly out.

Where do you register? Thanks. 

2 minutes ago, Etaoin Shrdlu said:

There are manned Thai channel gates upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi. I've used those since my autochannel registration expired some years ago.

 

Thanks. Have you tried to re-register for the auto channel? 

17 minutes ago, DrJoy said:

No.

Thai PR holders can pass thru Thai only lanes -Manual lane

 

E gates are for Thai nationals only

This is what I assumed to be the case. But a UK PR holder friend had this put in his passport when he asked in 2018. Some data redacted for obvious reasons. 

4 minutes ago, Etaoin Shrdlu said:

If you have permanent residency in Thailand, you can use the Thai channel for entry with or without your Thai wife.

 

Ability to use the Thai channel at immigration is one of the benefits of having PR.

Yes, but as far as I’m aware this service is currently suspended. I asked at the airport to register for the auto channel (E-gates) when I left in December, and was told it wasn’t possible.

Does anyone know if you can enter via the Thai passport side at Suvarnabhumi when holding a re-entry permit (I have Thai PR) and travelling with a Thai spouse ? In London, my wife can enter via the UK channel (if accompanied by me) so I was wondering if Thailand reciprocates. Thanks. 

7 hours ago, homeseeker said:

Soon the tragic victim will be blamed. TiT.

It seems she already has, if it’s her suitcase they’re referring to. Despicable liars, cheats and charlatans. 

12 hours ago, webfact said:

counting Rama VI Road, Ratchawithi Road, Phahon Yothin Road, and Praditpat Road

Yes, Sukhumvit, Petchaburi etc. are quiet these days ????

When I see BATCP, I can’t help seeing batcrap. 

In the linked article it says he ran a red light. Well, jump a red light and expect bad consequences. You reap what you sow.

It just goes to show that even collecting rubbish for a living can have a happy ending. 

17 hours ago, stevenl said:

No, that;s not the issue. The meter taxi's use the meter but the meters are set at a level that makes Bolt and other taxi apps cheaper.

I see. I didn’t know that. Thanks for pointing it out ????

They expect to be rewarded for being dishonest? ????????????

Use the meter and the problem goes away overnight. 

22 hours ago, JimTripper said:

So you profited $100 a month by staying in the same spot for 23 years. (I mean a million, sorry, sounds better ????????‍♂️).

Not having lost millions by renting and with nothing to show for it sounds even better. It’s my choice not to move but I can if I want to, obviously. 

16 hours ago, off road pat said:

Hm,...You want to collect money or you want to live ???

Both. My condo cost me 2m baht 23 years ago. It's now worth over 4m. I pay 3,000 baht/month maintenance fee, totalling 828,000 in fees over the 23 years, so I'm still over 1 million in profit (collecting money, as you put it) and I have 80 sq. metres, two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The owner (me) can't/won't kick me out, the rent (none) won't go up, I have total peace of mind, I can leave my wife a place to stay virtually free after I'm gone, and I have more money to spend on what I enjoy doing (the living part of it). How's your rent security working out for you?