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[distillerchic92]

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[aboard-ark-4]

Transcript of the Meeting to Reduce Suicide and Depression among Citizens

Day 198 of Year 274 of the Journey

Meeting Members present:

Zisiek, representative of the Entertainment and Recreation Subcommittee

Tistizi, representative of the Park Maintenance Subcommittee

Krit’zit, representative of the Child Education Subcommittee

Zikit, representative of the Food Production Subcommittee

Triek, representative of Production Factory Maintenance Subcommittee

Iei’ik, representative of the Mental Health Subcommittee

Zikit: Alright, I've started the recording. For the sake of record keeping I will restate the purpose of this meeting. We are to discuss ways to reduce the overall suicide rate, which is currently the cause of all but three of the 102 deaths in the last two years. Iei’ik, what has your team found regarding the underlying cause of the issue?

[Iei’ik sighs]

Iei’ik: It's the lack of a goal. The vast majority of people are either clones or the children of clones and almost all of the training we recei-, sorry, the brain scan volunteers received back on Vivis was about actually establishing The Colony. We-, they were expecting to constantly be fighting back against a hostile environment. That adventurous aspect is what appealed to most people who signed up. Being born with the expectation of exciting struggle and instead ending up in a boring, unchanging, ship for the rest of your life is a lot to take in. It was okay at first because the repairs and corpse cleanup gave everyone something to work towards, but now that that's done there's just nothing meaningful to do.

Zikit: Well, any ideas? The only things my team was able to come up with involved cooking competitions or psychedelics, neither of which sound very promising.

Zisiek: We've seen limited success with video games, vr especially is popular, but it's hit a lull. No real motivation to get started on something new.

Iei’ik: Besides, just playing a game or watching something isn't a very healthy or stable way to stave off depression.

Tistizi: I’d like to suggest more public events, especially competitive ones. Gives people something to work towards. Obviously it's not an all purpose bandage but I don't think we're going to find one. Better to focus on lots of little solutions than look for a big one that might not even exist.

Krit’zit: Agreed, though if it's any help I think we don't have to worry too much about the next generation. Children raised onboard seem generally more accepting of ark life.

Iei’ik: Yes, but that was the case even before the Hizt outbreak.

Krit’zit: Fair point.

Triek: Sorry if this is a stupid question, but why wasn't this a problem when we first left Vivis?

Zisiek: Those people were specifically chosen for their ability to acclimate to this lifestyle.

Triek: Ah.

[23 second silence]

Zisiek: We did have one idea, though the ethics of it are questionable at best.

Tistizi: Yes?

Zisiek: We control what people see and hear, at least digitally, we could easily manipulate what people think. It couldn't be too difficult to introduce the concept that suicide is somehow selfish. People won't want to kill themselves if they think it makes them a bad person.

Krit’zit: That's horrible!

Zisiek: It was just a suggestion.

[A further 112 seconds of silence]

Iei’ik: Wouldn't work. All it would do is exacerbate the problem by making people feel guilty in addition to depressed.

Zikit: What we're looking for is a long term project that will remain engaging and gives people small, frequent, bursts of satisfaction. It also has to be something that will get people excited now, before the problem compounds. Constantly hearing about suicide doesn't allow for much happiness on my, or anyone else's, part.

Krit’zit:...The terraforming data banks do contain the DNA for Rietivs. Maybe we could-

Triek: Not a chance.

Krit’zit: Why not? We cloned people just fine and it's not as though we'll be giving a Rietiv to everyone. Besides, pets meet all the requirements we're looking for.

Triek: It's not just the Retivs you would be making. It's their food, grooming equipment, housing, toys, clothing, and everything else they need to live!

Zisiek: Vet training too.

Triek: Yes, exactly! My point is there is no way you could make enough Retivs to satisfy this issue without cutting into either the maintenance supply, the terraforming supply, or materials used in the creation of everyday objects.

Krit’zit: I don't see why that matters, it's not like we're anywhere near using the terraforming stuff. So long as we recycle what we use when we actually need it there's no reason to be conservative with those supplies.

Triek: I suppose you're right, it just feels wasteful.

Tistizi: If we’re seriously considering cloning as an option then there are a few trees that require pollination which would look great in the parks. The insects would also probably add to the ambience.

Triek: Alright, I'll get started on a project proposal to send to the Maintenance Committee. Education Committee too, we'll need vets if this is to work.

Iei’ik: Don't forget the Law Enforcement Committee! There's going to have to be some sort of animal abuse laws put in place.

Triek: Right. I'll send it to all three of the Governing Committees. Not at all stressful. Great.

Zikit: Anyone have any more ideas?

[Zikit looks around, though nobody says anything]

Zikit: Excellent. If this gets approved then I'm sure the committees will assign some more useful people to actually managing the introduction process. If it gets denied let's meet back for a follow up in twelve days, but as of now this meeting is adjourned.

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[mckaygarner]

I’m playing and recording drums today for two songs for an artist in Spain. This is the first big physical activity since Covid took my energy. Drumming’s got my heart beating extra fo sho! I’m really enjoying it. It’s exciting to track my 90’s Slingerland copper snare since I put 42 strand wires on it. These new snare wires really made this snare sound incredible! I feel it will be my go-to snare much of the time. This is the snare drum shell that I was doing the oxidation treatment on last year. I’ve done all kinds of mods on this thing and it sounds really great. I added a detented Inde Drums throw-off switch and butt plate to replace the wonky Slingerland one. I also installed a Zikit, which is fun for some things. The Zikit instantly changes the drum from a 14” to a 12” in pitch/tone or a 10” one with the flip of the switch. It can be useful. At least it makes the snare drum extra heavy 🤷🏾‍♂️ #drumtracking #musicproducer #gretschdrums #drumsession #prodrummer #audioengineer #dolbyatmosmusic #overstayeraudio https://instagr.am/p/CdMbTVnPeoV/

[iammcnowai]

#Zikites, what is this I hear & have seen? 18th?? Ok, based on logistics, nsogbu adiro. But you see that structure in this pic? I cross it not, even a week after 18th. Meanwhile, I can't wait to return for #NIMELSSAHealthWeek, Metab, Renals, Stat & Mr Okonkwo!

[distillerchic92]

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[music-stores-my-area]

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[mrfocuschikamsosworld]

Prince and Princess Hostel, Unizik, Awka., at 6:12 PM. Shot and touched by @mr_focus_chikamso on Itel P33 dual Camera 🔥🔥 #photos #pic #photography #photooftheday #unizik #unizik_doublewahala #unizikstreetz #zikites #unizikcampus #unizikofficial (at Prince And Princess Hostel Awka) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1UPPFApLGX/?igshid=1l8qu2mwt05qh

[hiphopnewssources]

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[mckaygarner]

Well, my old Slingerland 6 1/2”x14” snare has gone full frankenstein now. I just got in some Gretsch 42 strand snare wires and they are a perfect match for this snare. Fat ‘n snappy! This drum now has an Inde Drums throwoff and butt plate, Puresound straps with quick change cotter pins, a Zikit system for alternate tunings, and an oxidized finish. This is the drum I have that I could not leave well enough alone and it seems to have paid off haha. I’m really digging the tone of this. The wide snares also make the Zikit high pitch setting sound like a Roland 808 drum machine when you pull that lever. Funny! https://instagr.am/p/CYXaRZnhfPy/