It means putting in way too much effort for a low value prize in a high risk game whereby the rules are rigged against you. Try real hard and risk everything for a sub-par standard knowing you'll eventually lose either way.
...or just stay home, play video games and rub one out.
One thing I do want to point out that you hinted at but a lot of people miss is that an incel is quite different from someone who is just involuntarily celibate. Actual incels are part of a toxic online culture of self-pitying, misogyny and both hating and revering alpha male philosophy at the same time. There are only a few hundred thousand incels in the whole world despite how often people like to use them as boogeymen or use it as a go-to insult. Where as someone who just can't get laid might fix into just about any box (no pun intended).
For those of you who are wondering what Snow Snake is:
Snow-snake is a traditional Native American game that has been played for centuries, particularly by tribes in the northern United States and Canada. Here's a basic overview of how it's played:
Equipment
Snow-snake: A long, polished stick (usually about 6 feet long) made from a flexible wood such as hickory or maple. The front end is often weighted and shaped to glide smoothly over the snow.
Track: A long, smooth trench made in the snow, sometimes extending up to a mile. The trench is typically created by dragging a log or other heavy object through the snow to create a smooth pathway.
Objective:The goal of the game is to see whose snow-snake can travel the farthest along the track.
How to Play:
Prepare the Track: Clear a long, smooth trench in the snow, making sure it is free of obstacles. The trench should be straight and as smooth as possible to ensure fair play.
Players: Participants take turns. The game can be played individually or in teams.
Throwing the Snow-Snake:
Each player stands at the starting line.
The player throws the snow-snake down the trench using an underhand motion. The technique is similar to bowling but with a sweeping motion to give the snow-snake a smooth, gliding launch.
Scoring: The distance each snow-snake travels is measured from the starting line to the point where it stops. The player or team whose snow-snake travels the farthest wins.
Rules: While the basic rules are simple, variations and specific regulations can vary among different tribes and regions. Some may have specific rules about the construction of the snow-snake, the method of throwing, or the measurement of distances.
Tips for Success
Practice the Throwing Technique: A smooth, controlled throw is crucial for maximizing distance. The motion should be fluid to ensure the snow-snake glides rather than bounces or digs into the snow.
Maintain the Snow-Snake: Keeping the snow-snake smooth and free of nicks or rough spots helps it travel farther.
Track Conditions: The condition of the trench can greatly affect the outcome. Ensure the track is well-prepared and smooth for optimal performance.
Snow-snake is not just a game but also a cultural tradition that brings communities together, often during winter festivals or gatherings.
I wish I could remember at the moment who I recently read and in what context who was talking about the social crisis we face in that younger people are having less sex than prior generations. And in a society where premarital sex and having multiple partners is no longer a big deal and access to contraception is readily available (at least for now). What are your thoughts as to the reasons behind this? It seems to me like this is yet again one of those things where it is a feature, not a bug of the system under which we live. It makes me think of a manifestation of the Junior Anti-Sex League in 1984.
The world made pursuing women not worth it.
It means putting in way too much effort for a low value prize in a high risk game whereby the rules are rigged against you. Try real hard and risk everything for a sub-par standard knowing you'll eventually lose either way.
...or just stay home, play video games and rub one out.
One thing I do want to point out that you hinted at but a lot of people miss is that an incel is quite different from someone who is just involuntarily celibate. Actual incels are part of a toxic online culture of self-pitying, misogyny and both hating and revering alpha male philosophy at the same time. There are only a few hundred thousand incels in the whole world despite how often people like to use them as boogeymen or use it as a go-to insult. Where as someone who just can't get laid might fix into just about any box (no pun intended).
For those of you who are wondering what Snow Snake is:
Snow-snake is a traditional Native American game that has been played for centuries, particularly by tribes in the northern United States and Canada. Here's a basic overview of how it's played:
Equipment
Snow-snake: A long, polished stick (usually about 6 feet long) made from a flexible wood such as hickory or maple. The front end is often weighted and shaped to glide smoothly over the snow.
Track: A long, smooth trench made in the snow, sometimes extending up to a mile. The trench is typically created by dragging a log or other heavy object through the snow to create a smooth pathway.
Objective:The goal of the game is to see whose snow-snake can travel the farthest along the track.
How to Play:
Prepare the Track: Clear a long, smooth trench in the snow, making sure it is free of obstacles. The trench should be straight and as smooth as possible to ensure fair play.
Players: Participants take turns. The game can be played individually or in teams.
Throwing the Snow-Snake:
Each player stands at the starting line.
The player throws the snow-snake down the trench using an underhand motion. The technique is similar to bowling but with a sweeping motion to give the snow-snake a smooth, gliding launch.
Scoring: The distance each snow-snake travels is measured from the starting line to the point where it stops. The player or team whose snow-snake travels the farthest wins.
Rules: While the basic rules are simple, variations and specific regulations can vary among different tribes and regions. Some may have specific rules about the construction of the snow-snake, the method of throwing, or the measurement of distances.
Tips for Success
Practice the Throwing Technique: A smooth, controlled throw is crucial for maximizing distance. The motion should be fluid to ensure the snow-snake glides rather than bounces or digs into the snow.
Maintain the Snow-Snake: Keeping the snow-snake smooth and free of nicks or rough spots helps it travel farther.
Track Conditions: The condition of the trench can greatly affect the outcome. Ensure the track is well-prepared and smooth for optimal performance.
Snow-snake is not just a game but also a cultural tradition that brings communities together, often during winter festivals or gatherings.
I wish I could remember at the moment who I recently read and in what context who was talking about the social crisis we face in that younger people are having less sex than prior generations. And in a society where premarital sex and having multiple partners is no longer a big deal and access to contraception is readily available (at least for now). What are your thoughts as to the reasons behind this? It seems to me like this is yet again one of those things where it is a feature, not a bug of the system under which we live. It makes me think of a manifestation of the Junior Anti-Sex League in 1984.