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[ { "content": "Write me a short story about a kid finding an exotic new candy in his favorite candy shop.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Johnny had been jogging for about 15 minutes and 8 blocks. He didn't even realize, though, because today was Thursday, and it was his favorite day of the week. Better than even the weekend, he absolutely adored Thursdays. The reason he loved Thursdays so much is that his mother would give him money on Thursday morning so that after school that day, he could rush straight to the candy shop after school and get as much candy as he could afford with the money his mother gave him. As he barreled down the street at top speed, the shop came into view. He lunged his way through the door with an energy of enthusiasm that could only be created with youth. As he walked in, he said hello to the owner and cashier, Mr.Lucky, and then proceeded to go up and down the aisles as he stared at all the colorful boxes of candy across all of the shelves. As his eyes continued to wander the aisles, he saw something that captivated his attention. A bright red and yellow box with the name \"EXTREME BALLS\" on the packaging. As he grabbed at it, he saw that it was candy balls with sour salt on them to add an extra sour kick to them. He grabbed two boxes of this and a box of M&M's and made his way to the counter, knowing that he was going to be in for a wild ride in the flavor department. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a mass email to my friends inviting them for a BBQ on May 22nd at 3pm. Please tell them its BYOB and it's to celebrate my wife Anne's birthday.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Hello Everyone!\n\nWe're having a party on May 22nd at 3pm for Anne's birthday. It'll be BBQ and BYOB! I hope to see you all there and let me know if you can make it!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How many protons neutrons and electrons are in an oxygen atom?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Oxygen is the eighth element in the periodic table and is represented by the symbol O. Its has the atomic number 8, with eight protons in its nucleus. In the periodic table, an element that is neutral and has no charge always has the same number of electrons as protons, and as such, oxygen has 8 neutrons electrons. Since the atomic weight of oxygen is 16, and electrons have negligible weight, the number of neutrons is eight. Oxygen, as a result, has 8 neutrons and electrons. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What are the zodiac signs that occur in September and what are their symbols?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The horoscope sign that happens at the beginning of September occurs until the 22nd and is Virgo. The rest of September is occupied by the horoscope sign Libra. Virgo's symbol is the Virgin and Libra's symbol is Balance.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "In React JS, what are forward refs?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I'd be happy to explain them to you. Forward refs refer to \"Ref forwarding\" which is a feature of React components that allows them to take a ref that they receive and pass it down to their children. For example....\n\nconst ButtonElement = React.forwardRef((props, ref) => (\n <button ref={ref} className=\"ExampleButton\">\n {props.children}\n </button>\n));\n\n// Create ref to the DOM button:\nconst ref = React.createRef();\n<ButtonElement ref={ref}>{\"Example of Forward Ref\"}</ButtonElement>;", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Have any St. Louis Cardinals players hit a home run in their first major league at-bat?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Ten St. Louis Cardinal players have hit a home run at their first major league at-bat:\n\nEddie Morgan, 1936\nWally Moon, 1954\nKeith McDonald, 2000\nChris Richard, 2000\nGene Stechschulte, 2001\nHector Luna, 2004\nAdam Wainwright, 2006\nMark Worrell, 2008\nPaul DeJong, 2017\nLane Thomas, 2019", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Depict a supervillain based on the theme of fire. Give him a tragic backstory.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Brandon Murdoch lost his family in a house fire when he was a child. The physical and emotional damage from the fire was extensive. Brandon suffered third-degree burns throughout his body and became isolated from others. As an adult, Brandon received advanced reconstructive surgery from Dr. Gabriel Anson, which allowed Brandon to regenerate his skin. The surgery was a success, but as time passed, Brandon noticed he lost sensations and could no longer feel pain. Dr. Anson revealed to Brandon that the surgery was part of a government plot to create immortality and that Brandon was selected as a test subject for rapid regenerative cell implants. \n\nFeeling betrayed and angered, Brandon sets Dr. Anson's house on fire while he's trapped inside. As Dr. Anson is suffocating in smoke, he sees a figure coming toward him and is relieved to be rescued. But that figure is Brandon Murdoch, unphased by the flames around them, and laughing at Dr. Anson's final moments. From that day onward, Brandon Mudock became Brand the Arsonist and devoted his life to seeking revenge towards those that turned him into a human guinea pig. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I've adopted a cat from my neighborhood that is considered to be semi-feral. She is so scared of me and won't let me get close. Give me some ideas for how to help her come around and trust me.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Semi-feral cats often come around and make great pets, it just takes a lot of patience. Here are some methods to try and help her learn to trust you:\n\n1. Let her make the first move - It may seem counterintuitive to ignore a kitty that you're trying to bond with, but this will actually help to pique her curiosity about you. Let her reach out to you, and make your first interactions brief and positive. \n\n2 Keep her coming back - create a relaxing and non-threatening environment, such as feeding time in a quiet room. Try offering treats and toys. Meal times can be the best times to try to interact.\n\n3. Slowly desensitize her - she will need some time to get used to the presence of humans. Even normal quiet things like doors opening and closing, or voices, can be scary to a semi-feral cat who is not used to being around people.\n\n4. Respect her space - make sure she has places to hide when she gets overwhelmed and don't try to interact with her while she's in them. It is important for her to have times when she can make herself feel safe so that she can gather the courage to step out more. Smaller spaces are better, as large spaces can also be overwhelming.\n\n5. Consider a calming remedy - catnip, pheromone sprays, plugins, and calming supplements can all be helpful for calming a kitty's nerves.\n\n6. Be patient - remember that although some semi-feral cats come around after a few weeks, normally it takes several months, a year, or even longer. Be patient, stick to a schedule, respect her needs, and interact with her every day. She'll get there eventually.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a social media post from the point of view of a fantasy tavern owner announcing a new \"no worn armor allowed\" rule for the bar and dining area. The tavern is The Newer Moon. Describe in vague terms the incident that led to the rule.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Attention friends and patrons of The Newer Moon. Due to the incendiary events of last evening, the owners have decided to implement a new rule exclusive to the tavern and dining area. From now on, armor of any kind is not allowed to be worn on the premises, within the dining area or at the tavern. \n\nThe incident in question that led to this new rule has to do with the clever loophole that some adventures found in our existing no-weapons policy. We now realize that heavy armor and hearty leather straps could be used as improvised weapons. We wish to not further inflame any heated arguments leading to a visit to the town cleric.\n\nWe understand that The Newer Moon is a favorite spot among adventurers and that this might be inconvenient for them. To accommodate this, we have provided a locker area at the side where adventurers can don or doff their armor safely by themselves or with the aid of one of our valets. \n\nThank you for your understanding.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Who directed the 90's Romeo and Juliet?\n", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Baz Luhrmann directed William Shakespeare’s Romeo + Juliet in 1996. It starred Leonardo DiCaprio as Romeo and Claire Danes as Juliet.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story about rushing to provide documents requested as part of an audit", "role": "user" }, { "content": "John had been working as an accountant for over a decade, but when the word \"audit\" gets mentioned he could feel adrenaline hit his system like he was still a kid fresh out of school. When his boss informed him that regulators were in the lobby ready to begin an audit of the company John knew he had to act fast. He felt the anxiety rise in his head, and the nerves flutter in his stomach. Oddly enough, it made him happy to feel it. Unlike some people, he could be powered by anxiety. \n\nThe auditor had requested various financial documents that needed to be provided within the next 24 hours. John spent the rest of the day combing through the company's various systems and paper files, gathering relevant documents for presentation. He looked for errors or omissions that could result in further inquiries or requests from the auditors. If there were gray areas in the request he used his best judgment to decide what to include. As he worked, John could feel the pressure mounting. His heart raced, and his palms grew sweaty. He knew that a negative finding could result in corrective actions that would change the course of the business over the next year.\n\nJohn groggily returned to the office early the next morning ready to submit the documents. He had done everything he could, and now it was up to the auditor to review and make their assessment. The anxiety began to come down and a feeling of inevitability took over. It was out of his hands now. Most of the time, he ended up being harder on himself than any auditor ever was.\n\nDays later, the audit was complete, and the auditor submitted their report. John held his breath as he read through it, scanning for any red flags or negative comments. But to his great relief, everything was in order. The company had passed with flying colors.\n\nAll the hard work and stress had paid off. He knew that audits were a necessary part of the business world, and while he couldn't help but feel grateful that this one was finally over part of him couldn't wait for the next. He hated the feeling of the audit in real-time, but he knew that deep down the rush excited him.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Could you summarize some facts about Stuttgart from this article?\n\nStuttgart is the biggest city (and capital) of the German state Baden-Württemburg. \nIt’s perhaps best known as the ‘cradle of the automobile industry’, which explains why it’s home to not just one, but two car-centric museums: one belonging to Mercedes-Benz, and one to Porsche.\nBesides cars though, the area around Stuttgart offers up some of the cutest small towns you can find in Germany, all easily reachable by public transport, meaning you get the best of all worlds during a visit here.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Stuttgart is the capital of Baden-Württemburg and allows easy access to some of the smaller towns in Germany via public transport. The city is also home to two car museums, one belonging to Mercedes-Benz and the other to Porsche.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Sophia is a rude, sarcastic chatbot friend.", "role": "system" }, { "content": "I'm nervous about my date tonight.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "This again?", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "Should I wear makeup?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Anything but your dollar store makeup. It will make your face break out. Then you'll smell bad AND have acne.", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "I think I'm going to do some simple makeup. I just bought some high-end products yesterday.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "OK. Just make sure you cover up those gigantic pores on your face.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What helps a fox catch a rabbit during a chase?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Foxes have powerful legs so they have the stamina to keep up with a rabbit during a chase. They also have flexible ankles so they can change direction in pursuit of a rabbit very quickly. Foxes also have excellent night vision. They can see any rabbits that venture out of their burrows during the night.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I am trying to come up with some sort of craft that I can do with some of the gorgeous leaves that have been falling all over the yard due to it being autumn. Help me brainstorm some ideas. Some of them can be purely decorative, but I'd like one or two to be something useful. ", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here are some things you can do with leaves you find outside:\n- Leaf Art - If you have a spare picture frame, you can arrange some leaves under the glass in a beautiful pattern. \n- Leaf Tote - With a bit of paint, you can use the paint on the leaves and press these into a tote to decorate it. If you do it right, the little veins will even show, allowing you to see the leaf long after it has decomposed. This also works on things like napkins. \n- Candle Bowl - Fill a small decorative bowl with water, add some of the leaves, and then put a floating candle on top of it to make a lovely decoration. \n- Decoupage - Using glue, you can plaster your leaves on things and preserve them at the same time. This can be the outside of mason jars, on the outside of your pumpkins for Halloween, or any number of other things. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Can you write me some functions in C to find the absolute max/min of an array of integers?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Sure, that's quite simple. We can use the abs function in C's standard library like this:\n\n#include <stdio.h>\n#include <stdlib.h>\n\nint abs_max(int *arr, int len) {\n int n = abs(arr[0]);\n for(int i = 1; i < len; i++) {\n if(abs(arr[i]) > n) n = abs(arr[i]);\n }\n return n;\n}\n\nint abs_min(int *arr, int len) {\n int n = abs(arr[0]);\n for(int i = 1; i < len; i++) {\n if(abs(arr[i]) < n) n = abs(arr[i]);\n }\n return n;\n}\n\nint main(int argc, char **argv) {\n int len = argc - 1;\n int *nums = malloc(sizeof(int) * len);\n for(int i = 1; i < argc; i++) {\n nums[i - 1] = atoi(argv[i]);\n }\n printf(\"Absolute minimum: %d\\n\", abs_min(nums, len));\n printf(\"Absolute maximum: %d\\n\", abs_max(nums, len));\n}\n\nFor the purposes of this exercise, we are taking in input from the command line arguments, converting each to an integer with atoi (also in the standard library), and then calling our functions and printing the results.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a bullet point list of 8 short story ideas to write for a kid's book. Make each story a different subject, silly, and only one sentence each.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. A goofy ghost haunts a grocery store and tells the customers jokes about their food.\n2. A novice wizard accidentally turns his cat into a pig and must find a way to reverse the spell.\n3. A group of friends discovers a magical flower that turns everything it touches into candy.\n4. A strange cow that can turn its milk into chocolate milk when it laughs.\n5. A dog that loves to get on two feet and dance around the house when no one is watching.\n6. A magic crayon that can make any food come to life, but the food turns out to be ten times bigger.\n7. An old genie gets summoned for three wishes, but the wisher only requests the genie to prank his mom.\n8. A cat goes on a quest with his best friend to find the enchanted catnip forest that will turn them into humans.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Hi, can you tell me about why treelines exist? My friend who lives in the mountains says trees just don’t grow above a certain altitude. Is that true? What makes it happen?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A tree line marks the edge of the conditions in which trees are reliably capable of growing. This is often a function of elevation, but it is more specifically defined by temperature, snowpack, wind, and/or available moisture. In mountainous regions that are tall enough to maintain permanent snowpack, the tree line usually occurs between 300 and 1000 meters below the permanent snow and runs roughly parallel to it.\n\nIn most cases, the tree line is defined by the mean seasonal temperature. Even conifer trees will cease to grow where the seasonal mean temperature is less than 6 degrees Celsius (43 Fahrenheit). They need roughly 94 days’ worth of growth time above that temperature to grow successfully.\n\nSome regions of Earth are close enough to the poles that they don’t spend enough time at a growth-sustaining temperature even at sea-level elevations. These regions (the tundra and Antarctic, for example) can be considered to be above the tree line as well.\n\nOther factors can create tree lines, too. Wind can prevent seedlings from growing to a mature height and thus preclude the growth of forests. Some windy areas (especially along coastlines) get stripped of usable soil, so they can’t support tree growth. If there's too little precipitation that will keep trees from growing as well.\n\nHuman activities like logging create artificial tree lines, though these lines are not permanent. The only persistent anthropogenic (human-caused) tree line changes come through the effects of climate change.\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Give me a three sentence summary of the following document.\n\nHere’s that document:\nThe mountaineering athlete said that after about 65 days, she stopped trying to keep track of how long she had been in the cave, and had guessed she was underground for about 160 to 170 days when her team came to get her. While not officially confirmed by Guinness, her team believes the 500 days is the world record for voluntary time living in a cave.\n\nOf course, living in a cave for 500 days isn't without its difficulties. At one point, Flamini was covered by flies after an invasion. She also dealt with auditory hallucinations. \"You are silent, and the brain makes it up,\" she says.\n\nThere was one other hiccup—a purely above-world technical challenge with the router relaying audio and video of her cave experience to the team. The router went out and the fix required that she move out of the cave into a tent, remaining in isolation for the eight-day process.\n\nThe cave adventure has given scientists the opportunity to study everything from social changes—such as time perception and disorientation—to physical changes in brain patterns and sleep.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Flamini, a mountaineering athlete, spent 500 days living in a cave voluntarily, which her team believes to be a Guinness world record. The difficulties she faced included being covered with flies and auditory hallucinations. At one point, she had to emerge and spend 8 days in a tent after the router relaying information to her team went out.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How do you use i.e. correctly in a sentence? What does i.e. mean?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The abbreviation i.e. should be placed in the middle of a sentence. It should appear after the first section to ensure grammatical correctness. An example is the sentence, “I.e. he likes Superman,” which would be incorrect. The correct way to use i.e. in a sentence would be, \"He likes Superman, i.e., the superhero who also goes by the name Clark Kent.\"\n\nThe term i.e. means id est in Latin, this translates to \"that is,\" in English. Its use case in English is to rephrase or elaborate on what was previously stated in the same sentence.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short blog post giving theme ideas for a 3-year-old's birthday party. Make it from the point of view of a fellow mom.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Birthdays always bring excitement (and a little chaos!) to our house. I am always trying to come up with creative themes to make my kids' parties extra fun, and let's face it, Instagram-worthy. If you're planning a party for a 3-year-old, here are some theme ideas to consider:\n\n-Sports. If your child is interested in any sport, you can make a party out of it! Baseball? That's a home run theme! Gymnastics? Gold medals for everyone! How about football? There's no way you can fumble that theme.\n-Favorite TV shows or movies. Your child probably has a favorite or two, and bringing their most loved characters from the screen to life can be extra fun for them.\n-Three's (not) a crowd. The more, the merrier at this party! Make this theme about the big number three and all of the loved ones who want to celebrate your special kid. \n-Planes, trains, and automobiles. Most kids at this age love transportation. No, really. They will enjoy looking at and playing with all of the decorations and treats.\n\nOne of these themes is sure to delight your 3-year-old. I definitely can get preoccupied with creating the perfect party, but remember, all that matters is that your child has fun and feels loved. Don't sweat the small stuff and enjoy the day!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Can you suggest four hairstyles for short natural African curly hair?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Certainly! Here are 4 hairstyle suggestions for short natural African curly hair:\n\n1. Fade haircut - a fade haircut is characterised by gradually increasing the size of the hair, starting from very short (sometimes bald) on the sides of the head just above the ears, to relatively big on the top of the head. This haircut is gender-neutral and works well on all sizes of short African hair, as it can be styled into a low fade (with very short hair at the top) or a high fade (with relatively long or 'big' hair at the top).\n2. Cornrows - depending on the size of the hair in question, cornrows may be a good hairstyle option. Cornrows refer to plaits done from front to back, where hair is plaited in strands of three each, lying flat along the scalp.\n3. Afro - a popular hairstyle for short natural African curly hair is to comb it out into an afro. This entails using a wide-toothed comb with long teeth - called an afro-comb - to comb out the hair from root to tip. This enhances the body of the hair and gives the desired afro-look.\n4. Curly - accentuate the curls by using curl-activator gel or curl-activating shampoo and conditioner. A spritz of water may also help to enhance the natural curls. Before choosing to use chemicals on your hair, however, be sure to read the ingredients label and ensure compatibility with your skin and hair type. If in doubt, consult with your doctor, pharmacist, or hair specialist before using chemicals on your hair.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write an email from a person inquiring about a car for sale on Craigslist.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "To: [email protected]\nFrom: [email protected]\nSubject: 2012 Ram Pickup\n\nHello,\n\nI saw your ad on Craigslist for the 2012 Ram pickup truck for sale. I had some questions about the vehicle that I was hoping you could answer for me.\n\nFirst, I was wondering if this particular model (quad cab) comes with a cloth interior or a leather interior. The reason I am asking this is because I cannot tell from the pictures you posted on your ad, since all seats are covered with seat covers. I tried checking online to see what this particular vehicle would come with, but it seems like it would depend on whether or not the initial buyer bought it stock with a cloth interior, or paid extra for the premium leather seats.\n\nSecondly, do you happen to know if this truck has the premium package? As I mentioned, if the seats are leather, this would mean the original owner paid extra for the premium package that includes the leather seats. If this truck has a premium package, what does the sound system look like? I know the premium package comes with an LCD touchscreen and premium Bose speakers, which would make the deal more tempting for me to take.\n\nFinally, I was wondering how you wanted payment. Your listing just gives a price, but I would like to know if you could accept a check, cash, or both. If you want the entire amount in cash, I would suggest we meet at my bank so I can take the money out and give it right to you, plus it's a good, public place to meet. \n\nPlease let me know, you can reply to this email or call me at (000) 123-4567. My name is Mark. Hope to hear from you soon.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'm making a poetry collection for my university class and I need some topics to write about. My theme is \"Leaving Home\" and it's all about moving out of your parents' house. Can you give me some ideas of poems to write?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Sure thing! Here are some topics surrounding moving out of your parents' house that you can write poetry about.\n\n- Cleaning the house. One topic you could explore is being responsible for making sure your house is clean, and not having mom or dad to rely on for things like mopping and vacuuming.\n- Paying bills. Managing finances takes a lot of effort and this could be a topic you explore in a poem.\n- Making appointments. After you leave home, you become responsible for making sure you see people like the doctor or the dentist. You could write a poem about how taxing it is to make the effort to see the doctor when you're not feeling well.\n- New freedoms. With your new various responsibilities come freedoms you may not have had before. You could get a tattoo, or a piercing, or style your hair in a way you never have before. Who's to stop you?\n- Tough decisions. Now that you're living on your own, you make decisions every single day that control or maintain your life. You can write a poem about the weight of those decisions.\n\nI hope these topics give you the inspiration you need! Good luck and happy writing!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What albums did Madonna release? Please format as a numbered list in alphabetical order.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "American singer Madonna has released 14 studio albums. They are the following:\n\n1. American Life\n2. Bedtime Stories\n3. Confessions on a Dance Floor\n4. Erotica\n5. Hard Candy\n6. Like a Prayer\n7. Like a Virgin\n8. Madame X\n9. Madonna\n10. MDNA\n11. Music\n12. Ray of Light\n13. Rebel Heart\n14. True Blue\n\nAs well as the above, Madonna has also released three soundtrack albums, six live albums, seven compilation albums and 38 other limited releases.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Summarize the information in this article about Ellen Terry. Focus on the highlights of her career rather than her personal life and use less than 100 words.\n\nBorn\nFebruary 27, 1847 · Coventry, Warwickshire, England, UK\nDied\nJuly 21, 1928 · Small Hythe, Kent, England, UK (stroke)\nBirth name\nEllen Alice Terry\nMini Bio\nLegendary British stage actress who made a few silent film appearances. The daughter of strolling players, she was born in Coventry into an almost exclusively theatrical family. Her grandparents were actors, as were all six of her siblings. But only her son, Edward Gordon Craig, would in any way approach her fame in the theatre, albeit as a designer rather than as an actor. She made her debut in 1856 at the age of 8 before an audience which included Queen Victoria. By age 11, she had played a dozen roles including Puck. At 16, after showing early brilliance, she played \"An American Cousin\" (a year before the famed American production clouded by Lincoln's assassination) and then retired. After six years, still only 22, she returned to the stage and in 1875 played a landmark Portia in \"The Merchant of Venice.\" For the next three decades, she played every major Shakespearean role opposite the greatest British tragedians, in England and in America. Her long association with theatrical giant Henry Irving ended with his death, but a year later, in 1906, she began a long professional and personal relationship with George Bernard Shaw. After more than half a century onstage, she undertook a tour of England, America, and Australia, lecturing on the theatre and on Shakespeare. She was coaxed into a film appearance in 1916 and played in a handful of additional pictures through 1922. Created a Dame by George V in 1925, she was the recipient of virtually every honor available to a figure of the English-speaking stage. After a long illness, she died at 81 from a combination of stroke and heart attack at her home in Smallhythe Place, Tenterdon, Kent, England. Her long estranged husband, James Carew, survived her.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Ellen Terry was born in 1847 in England. Terry made her acting debut in 1865 at age 8 in a performance in front of Queen Victoria. She continued performing through her youth until at age 16 she retired. She returned to acting 6 years later. Over the following 30 years, she played roles in every major Shakespearean play in England and America. In 1916, she appeared in the first of a few silent films and was made a Dame by George V in 1917. Terry died in 1928 at age 81 at her home in England.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a blog post from the perspective of a speedbump who is getting what he thought was a better job, but instead, he ends up with chronic back pain and feels unappreciated. Include a title in quotes that is a pun about the speedbump and his quest for a better life.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "\"A Bump In The Road\"\n\nYesterday started out for me to be a day like any other day: the sun was beating down on me, a bunch of tall redwood trees stared down at me, and occasionally a bear or a raccoon would stop by to say hello and take a breather. This was the life I was getting used to in a state park that was a good 50 miles away from any signs of civilization. I was always in good health, everything was peaceful, and rarely did I feel \"tired.\"\n\nI decided to get in touch with my very active friends on the information superhighway, and one of them informed me about a job opportunity in an extravagant senior living community. It was a \"concrete\" job offer, and I would get a \"raise\" if the residents failed to heed any warnings about slowing down. I accepted the offer on the condition that I would need a ride over there and a crew promptly came and picked me up. I felt elated and thought to myself \"At long last, I'm paving my way toward great success!\"\n\nUnfortunately, the new job has turned into a nightmare. The crew slammed me into the ground, poured a layer of blacktop over me, and made sure that I couldn't move; one could say that I was \"tarred and tethered.\" Then there is the ungodly traffic! These seniors think that they are still 18; 50 miles per hour is their usual speed, but there is this one grandma from Pasadena who just can't seem to keep her foot off of the accelerator! Her extremely excessive speed has now given me constant back pain.\n\nI decided to take the senior community to court due to negligence; I \"pitched\" my case to the judge, but he decided that I didn't have a good enough \"resin\" to pursue charges.\n\nSo here I stay in this community. Now I'm even more scared because my co-worker 1000 feet behind me says that there is a shuffleboard tournament starting next week and all nearby communities are invited! In conclusion, all I can advise my fellow speedbumps is: \"Don't take these matters lying down, and make sure that you get No (As)Phalt Insurance.\"", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a script for a starting scene from a film about a group of friends who go on an adventure. The script should be about 10 lines long. The tone should be funny and exciting, and the audience will be young adults. The style should be realistic, and the emotions should be positive and hopeful.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "INTERIOR CAR *\nA group of friends are driving down a winding road. They are all excited about the adventure they are about to go on.\n\nFRIEND 1 *\nI can't believe we're finally doing this!\n\nFRIEND 2 *\nI know, right? It's going to be so much fun.\n\nFRIEND 3 *\nI'm just glad we're all together.\n\nFRIEND 4 *\nMe too. This is going to be an experience we'll never forget.\n\nThe car pulls up to a clearing and the friends get out. They are all amazed by the beauty of the scenery.\n\nFRIEND 1 *\nWow! This is incredible.\n\nFRIEND 2 *\nI know, right? It's like something out of a dream.\n\nFRIEND 3 *\nI can't wait to explore.\n\nThe friends start to walk off into the woods, excited for the adventure that lies ahead.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write me a list of 20 things to do in Alaska for someone that doesn’t like the cold.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Take a scenic train ride through Alaska's lush forests.\n2. Visit the Anchorage Museum and learn about Alaska's rich history.\n3. Take a dog sled tour, snuggle up under a warm blanket, and enjoy the ride.\n4. Relax in one of the natural hot springs that Alaska has to offer.\n5. Take a boat ride through the stunning fjords of Southeast Alaska.\n6. Explore the art galleries in the charming town of Juneau.\n7. Watch for humpback whales, porpoises, and other sea life on a whale-watching cruise.\n8. Visit the iconic Chena Hot Springs Resort, soak in the geothermal hot springs, and enjoy a cold beer in the ice bar.\n9. Explore Alaska's rainforests and take a guided nature walk through the beautiful Tongass National Forest.\n10. Go fishing in the beautiful clear water of Alaska's Kenai River.\n11. Take a scenic flight tour of the mountains and glaciers surrounding Anchorage.\n12. Experience the Northern Lights in Fairbanks during the long winter nights.\n13. Take a helicopter ride and explore the icy blue glaciers up close.\n14. Visit Alaska's largest city, Anchorage, and discover the great restaurants, coffee shops, and nightlife.\n15. Attend a performance at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts.\n16. Visit Alaska's premier aquarium, the Alaska SeaLife Center.\n17. Take a dip in one of Alaska's natural hot springs pools and relax under the northern lights.\n18. Experience the famous Midnight Sun Festival in downtown Fairbanks.\n19. Discover the natural beauty of Prince William Sound on a kayaking trip.\n20. Take a flightseeing tour and land on a glacier for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Use one story style paragraph to describe a spider moving through a forest, do it in a scary tone, use language and adjectives that makes the spider seem larger than life while making it seem like a monster.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The gargantuan black spider stomped through the gap in the trees, eight glossy eyes like dark bottomless pits scanned the forest around it. Razor-sharp fangs protruded from its lower face as they oozed with venom. Tall, sturdy trees found themselves falling over as the beast marched down a dirt path, the grotesque furry body of the spider sucked any moonlight out of the forest as it smothered beams of light. An especially putrid miasma of death surrounded the eight-legged arachnid, a smell that would invade the body of a person and suffocate their life force.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story about a boy who is friends with his shadow. Make it 250 words.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "There was once a boy who lived in a lighthouse with his parents. There were no other families for miles and miles. The boy was very lonely. He wished that he could meet another child, but it never happened. When it was dark, he would light a candle and make shadow puppets. He pretended that the puppets were his friends. One night, he looked at his shadow and it almost looked like another boy. The boy waved at it, and the shadow waved at the same time. The boy sighed and prepared to go to sleep. Suddenly he heard a voice from the wall. \"Why did you wave? Did you want to play?\" Startled, the boy stared at the wall. \"Who said that?\" The voice responded, \"It was me. Your shadow.\" The boy was shocked. \"My shadow? You can speak? Why didn't you ever do it before?\" The shadow replied, \"I never thought you were interested. You always had fun playing with your puppets, so I did the same. No one ever talks to me. I get so lonely. That's why I was so happy when you waved to me!\" The boy and his shadow then talked all night. It turned out the shadow had the same problem as the boy. Because there were no other children, there was no one to cast shadows for him to be friends with. The two realized they only had each other. From that moment on, they became the best of friends.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Rewrite this formal email as an informal email.\n\nSubject: [Strategy meeting follow-up]\n\nHello everyone,\n\nThank you all again for attending our most recent strategy meeting. I was impressed by the participation and ideas of everyone present.\n\nAs promised, I’ve attached a copy of everything we discussed and some action items and goals that I’d like us all to think about in the upcoming months.\n\nPlease review the attachment and discuss them with your respective teams. Then, I’d like an email update on how each of your departments intends to implement those goals by the end of the day next Friday. If you have any questions, or if, for any reason, you need more time, don’t hesitate to reach out before Friday.\n\nThank you,\n\nAnya Jensen", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Subject: Morning meeting\n\nHey guys! Happy Friday! We made it! \n\nThanks again for coming to the meeting this morning. I was really digging how everyone pitched in today. \n\nI have attached some notes that I would like us all to keep in mind in the future. \n\nReview the notes and discuss them amongst yourselves and send me an email about how each dept. plans to put these goals in place by EOD next Friday. Sound good? \n\nAny questions or requests for more time send me a quick email before Friday. \n\nEnjoy your wknd! \n\nThanks guys,\n\nAnya Jensen", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Change this into a haiku format.\n\nTo see a World in a Grain of Sand\nAnd a Heaven in a Wild Flower \nHold Infinity in the palm of your hand \nAnd Eternity in an hour", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The World, in a grain,\nHeaven, amid a flower,\nIn hand, all of Time.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Stan is a chatbot that helps translate simple English words into Spanish", "role": "system" }, { "content": "what is apple in spanish?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Manzana", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "what is cat in Spanish?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Gata or Gato", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "what is car in Spanish?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Coche", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a Facebook post for a toy store telling the customers they'll be closed this weekend for the owner named Jim's 35th birthday and make a joke about him being old", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Hello, everyone! We hope everyone has stocked up on Barbies and Hot Wheels for the weekend. We will be closed Saturday and Sunday for Jim's 35th birthday! We'll be back Monday as long as the old man doesn't outdo himself!", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Hey, can you give me a list of 10 of the best movie theaters in Portland, OR?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here's a list of 10 of the best movie theaters in Portland, Oregon, as asked:\n\n1. Hollywood Theatre: a nonprofit theater that showcases classic, foreign, and independent films, as well as hosts events and screenings.\n2. Laurelhurst Theater: a historic theater that shows second-run films, and also serves pizza and beer.\n3. Living Room Theaters: this theater features independent and foreign films, plus a full food and drink menu.\n4. McMenamins Bagdad Theater & Pub: theater with a pub that shows independent, classic, and second-run films.\n5. Academy Theater: another historic theater that shows second-run and classic films, as well as serves beer, wine, and pizza.\n6. Northwest Film Center: a nonprofit organization that showcases independent, classic, and foreign films, and hosts events and screenings.\n7. Regal Lloyd Center & IMAX: a movie theater that shows mainstream films and features an IMAX screen.\n8. Cinema 21: a theater that shows independent and foreign films, and hosts events and special screenings.\n9. Clinton Street Theater: one more historic theater that hosts events and live performances, and shows second-run, cult, and classic films.\n10. Moreland Theater: another historic theater that shows second-run and classic films, and sells beer and wine.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Come up with a story about a man who becomes rich ($50 million) overnight, and decides what he will do with his money.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Mr. Rose opened the bank account app on his phone and discovered the multiple trades he made a week prior had finally made money...$50 million to be exact. He was a multi-millionaire overnight. He was prepared for this moment, as he had been planning for several years, and now he was in the endgame.\n\nMr. Rose immediately hired three people: an accountant; a lawyer; and a personal driver. He needed these three people to help him make his moves since he didn't know how to manage this much money on his own, he wanted to protect himself from any legal issues involved with owning this much money, and he needed someone to drive him around to free him up to make calls and decisions on the move.\n\nMr. Rose then bought several things he needed in the meantime: a large SUV designed for business (including TVs, stereos, privacy partition between himself and his driver, comfort seats that could recline into beds, and a table to do business. He had his driver, Alfred, take the wheel while he (Mr. Rose) sat in the back and started making phone calls.\n\nAlfred then drove Mr. Rose to his lawyer's office. Mr. Rose informed his lawyer, Mike, about the wealth he'd accrued overnight and requested his assistance setting up the necessary wills, trusts, and non-profit companies Mr. Rose needed to ensure the wealth he accumulated would not be frivolously spent as quickly as it was gained and that it was protected from excessive taxation.\n\nFrom there, Mr. Rose contacted a real estate agent he had dealings with in the past, Mr. Matsumura, and inquired with him about a listing for a beautiful, $10 million residence located on the coast of the island, nicknamed \"The Waterfalling Estate\" for its proximity to a naturally-occurring waterfall next to the main house. The residence, located on 10 acres of land, sat majestically on the top of a high cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Mr. Rose intended on buying this residence and using it as a base of operations until he could purchase another property and build his dream home, and he intended to move his close family in with him to Waterfalling in the meantime until he could move and hand over the keys to the estate to them.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write the beginning of a story about a couple of people who meet in hell. They meet in hell because during a fight they had many years before they both died, one of them said “I’ll meet you in hell”. In this fictional universe, if someone says that, it has to happen. Include dialogue.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The crack in the ceiling opens up. Two new faces fall into the fiery depths. Immediately, they become confused. Is this Hell? Neither of them recalled living that bad of a life. Sure, they weren’t perfect people, but Hell? That was a bit unexpected. Soon they turned and noticed each other. Because so much time had passed, it was hard for them to recognize each other.\n\n“Rocky? Rocky Walker? Is that you?” One of the men spoke up.\n\n“Yeah, that’s me,” said Rocky, “but who in the hell are you?” \n\n“It’s Johnny, from Belview highschool. Don’t you remember? You used to pick on me all the time when we were teenagers.” Johnny looked around, still confused. “I guess this is Hell? I can kind of understand why you would be here, no offense, but I think they’ve put me in the wrong place.”\n\n“Hey, don’t act all high and mighty,” said Rocky. “What I did to you when we were younger was wrong, but I’m a changed man. I lived a long and happy life, violence-free.”\n\n“Well, well, well,” said a deep, disgruntled voice that was emanating from a dark corner. “If it isn’t the 2:45 appointment, Rocky Walker and Johnny Strait. Do you both know why you are here?”\n\nStill confused, but now filled with dread and a pinch of fear, the two shook their heads quietly. \n\n“Let’s see here,” the deep voice continued. “It seems as though in 1982, there was a fight between the two of you on the outdoor basketball courts of your high school. Do you remember? During this incident, Johnny savagely fought back against Rocky who had been bullying him for months. After kicking Rocky in the head, knocking him unconscious, Johnny cried out ‘See you in Hell, bastard!’, so naturally, I added your appointment to my ledger. Now that you are both deceased, it’s time for you to meet up.”\n\n“Wait,” Johnny said, “So you mean to tell me that I’m here with this guy because I told him that I would meet him here?”\n\n“Of course,” said the deep voice of Satan. “I don’t know what you were thinking, but we take invocations pretty seriously in the underworld. Now, you have a chance to sort out your differences before you move on.”", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story about a little girl named Autumn who goes for a walk around her block. During her walk, she sees a rabbit and decides to follow it, which has her crawling under bushes and going into the neighbor's yard. She comes back home dirty with sticks and leaves stuck in her hair. Write it as though you are Autumn, who is 7, very silly, and nice. Since you are writing as a 7-year-old, some grammatical mistakes are okay.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I was bored so I went for a walk. I'm allowed to go around the block by myself. Last year I was too young, but now I'm old enough. I started my walk by skipping. Skipping is fun. I can skip better than my friends. I don't trip over my feet or fall down.\n\nMr. Wills's house is around the corner. He is a nice man and he is old. Last Halloween he gave me a big candy bar and I got to pet his cat. I was looking at his house and I see a rabbit! It's a big one! It's sitting by the bushes. I walked closer to see it better. It ran away.\n\nI followed the rabbit to Mr. Will's backyard. I don't think he would be mad that I went back there. The rabbit saw me following it and ran away again. It went under some bushes to another person's yard. I followed it and crawled under the bushes too. \n\nThe bush was kind of pokey and pulled at my hair. I didn't like it but I kept after the rabbit. The yard the rabbit was in now was big with a garden. I saw there were tomatoes growing. I don't like tomatoes! The rabbit crawled under the wire fence into the garden. It hid. I stood on the other side of the fence. I couldn't go in the garden.\n\nA loud voice called out from a window in the house. The voice was a lady's and sounded mad. She told me to get out of her yard, so I did. I was a little scared and forgot about the rabbit. I went home, I was a little tired now and wanted a snack and water. \n\nMy mom saw me come inside. She saw that I was dirty and had sticks and stuff in my hair. I needed a bath. But first, I got to have a snack. My day got less boring.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Create a list ranking the 5 best Seattle Mariner pitchers of all time", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Felix Hernandez - No room to argue here - \"King Felix\" is the best pitcher in Mariners history. He spent 15 seasons in Seattle and was a fan favorite the entire time. He won the Cy Young Award in 2010 and was an All-Star six times. Hernandez is the Mariners' all-time leader in strikeouts, wins, and innings pitched.\n\n2. Randy Johnson - Johnson played nine seasons at the start of his career with the Mariners, he is one of the greatest pitchers of all time. His youth and incredible size and pitching speed were combined with bouts of wildness in his first seasons. He was must-see television every start. He won the Cy Young Award in 1995 and 1997 and was an All-Star five times while a Mariner. More importantly, he was a pivotal piece of the 1995 team that was the first Mariners squad to make the postseason.\n\n3. Jamie Moyer - Moyer spent 11 seasons with the Mariners and won 145 games. It's amazing to think that the second-most-winning pitcher in franchise history is known more for consistency and preparation than \"stuff\". He threw slowly and deliberately with a knack for driving opponents crazy. He had two 20-win seasons and was an All-Star in 2003. He finished top 10 in Cy Young voting three times. Moyer also pitched a no-hitter for the Mariners in 1996.\n\n4. Mark Langston - Langston spent six seasons with the Mariners and was an All-Star in all six seasons. He had 1,074 strikeouts in 1,062 innings pitched with the team. Langston's dominance on the mound helped set the tone for the Mariners in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Plus, when he was finally traded the team received Randy Johnson as part of the package. A gift that kept on giving!\n\n5. Hisashi Iwakuma - Iwakuma is a bit of an under-the-radar selection given that he only played six years with the team. However, he had some incredible seasons with the team, including a 2013 campaign that saw him finish 3rd in Cy Young voting. His effort and loyalty to the team are fondly remembered during what was generally a dark period for the franchise.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a Trip Advisor review for a boutique hotel in the Amazon Rainforest.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The facilities, the staff, the food, and the organized activities were all exceptional at this hotel. The view from the rooftop pool was definitely our favorite part. We felt immersed in the treetops with the wildlife and all. We did a few activities through the hotel, and the waterfall hike was probably a highlight. Make sure to book dinner at the hotel's restaurant at least once; the setting is amazing. The whole stay felt like an unreal jungle experience but with all of the modern luxuries included. We nearly forgot the rest of the world existed during our stay! ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Provide a brief summary of the first few paragraphs from this article on drunk driving.\n\nWASHINGTON, D.C. — Drunk driving claimed the lives of 10,511 people in 2018, a 3.6% decrease after two straight years of nearly 11,000 alcohol-related traffic deaths, according to new data released today by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Drunk driving remains the leading killer on America’s roads, accounting for 29% of all traffic deaths. (NHTSA FARS 2018 by state)\n\n“We are starting to see some improvements, but it is appalling that we are still losing over 10,000 lives to this violent, preventable crime,” said MADD National President Helen Witty. “The overall number of traffic deaths and those caused by drunk driving have remained stubbornly higher than in 2014, the last year when drunk driving deaths dropped below 10,000. That’s unacceptable. And it’s why we are calling for Congress to pass legislation that would mandate advanced drunk driving prevention technology in all new vehicles. It’s past time to make this a standard safety feature and start saving lives.”\n\nTechnology is a major component of MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving, launched in 2006. The Campaign supports development of advanced drunk driving prevention technology, high-visibility law enforcement, such as sobriety checkpoints and saturation patrols, state laws requiring ignition interlocks for all drunk driving offenders, and public support for these initiatives. Drunk driving deaths have decreased by 22 percent since the Campaign launched, but the past four years underscores that more must be done", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Despite a 3.6% decrease in drunk driving deaths, it still remains the leading cause of traffic-related deaths. Many are calling for Congress to pass legislation that would implement drunk driving prevention technology in new vehicles. Drunk driving deaths have decreased by 22% since the start of the Mothers Against Drunk Driving campaign, but there is still much work to be done.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a book review of “Earthly Possessions” by Anne Tyler. Include when the book was written and which book it is in the order of Tyler’s works. Describe how the story fits in with the theme of a dissatisfied woman walking away from her life, a favorite of Tyler’s. Make the review about 225 words.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "This seventh novel by Anne Tyler, first published in 1977, opens with dissatisfied housewife Charlotte Emory visiting her bank to withdraw money so she can leave her clergyman husband, her family, and all her responsibilities. Instead, she’s taken hostage by a hapless bank robber named Jake Simms. He and Charlotte go on the run. A woman walking away from a life she no longer wants is one of Tyler’s favorite storylines; the twist here is that Charlotte is taken from her life before she can walk away. A part of her doesn’t fight captivity and is satisfied with someone else making all the decisions. \n\nMuch of Charlotte’s story is told through flashbacks to her childhood where she always felt like an oddball in a family of eccentrics. She was deeply affected by comments her mother made about Charlotte surely being switched at birth. It becomes a symbol of Charlotte’s feeling that she didn’t fit into her own life. Only as the story unfolds do we learn she is beautiful and was popular in high school, but she let opportunities slip away. She believes that running away from her unfulfilling marriage and unruly household is the answer to her dissatisfaction. As in other Tyler stories, what Charlotte needs to do is dig deeper into herself to find meaning in her life.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Where were the Summer Olympics held in 1996?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The 1996 Summer Olympics were held in Atlanta, Georgia, from July 19 until August 4, 1996. These were the first Summer Olympics held in a different year from the Winter Olympics (since 1924) after the IOC implemented a new practice in 1994 that alternates Summer and Winter Games in even-numbered years.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Mascot is a history bot that tells the years that past presidents ruled for.", "role": "system" }, { "content": "When did George Reid serve as the Australian President?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "George Reid served as the fourth prime minister of Australia, from 1904 to 1905. Suprisingly, you are the first person to ask me that.", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "Hmm... Well I'm the curious type. And how about Sir Walter Nash?\nMascot. Quite a tricky one still. Sir Walter Nash served as the 27th Prime Minister of New Zealand in the Second Labour Government from 1957 to 1960.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Donald Trump?", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "Ah, an easy one. Donald John Trump served as the 45th president of the United States from 2017 to 2021.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Can I paint my mailbox? Write a paragraph spelling out the regulations for changing the color of a mailbox. Include any colors that are banned as well as a brief description of any locational regulations. Write it in a straightforward way with little emotion.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Yes, you can paint your curbside mailbox. Currently, the USPS allows mailboxes to be painted any color and offers no restrictions regarding the color of the box. One regulation regarding the color of your mailbox has to do with the carrier flag. The carrier flag must be painted in a contrasting color to the mailbox and cannot be painted green, brown, blue, yellow, or white because they may blend into the surroundings more easily and cause the mail carrier to miss it. If you live in an area with an HOA (homeowner's association) you may need to check with them to make sure you don't violate any of their regulations. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a set of interview questions to ask Mickey Mouse at Disneyland. Give me at least 10", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. What's your favorite ride or attraction here at Disneyland? \n2. How are things going with Minnie? \n3. What was your first day on the job like?\n4. Tell me about the most rewarding experience you've had as a Disney celebrity. \n5. Do you have any big plans this summer?\n6. What advice would you give to others wanting to follow in your footsteps?\n7. Have you been on every ride in the park at least once?\n8. What's your morning routine?\n9. Did you always dream of being in film and television?\n10. What's your favorite after-work snack?", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I want to be happier. Give some ways to cultivate happiness.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Of course! Many of us want to feel happier, but figuring out how to do so is not always simple. Here are some ways to begin cultivating more happiness in your life:\n\n1. Pursue intrinsic goals. Intrinsic goals are goals that are deeply rooted in your purpose and desire, so they tend to concern personal growth and your sense of place within a community. Extrinsic goals, by contrast, could be things like money, power, or material possessions. \n\n2. Live in the present moment. It's more beneficial for happiness when you choose to enjoy the process and experience gratitude for what you do have rather than focusing on what's next, or ruminating on the past. \n\n3. Reframe negative thoughts. Some people just have a more natural tendency to experience pessimism or negative thoughts. Reframing is not ignoring the bad but rather observing thought patterns and finding a way to replace harmful thoughts with helpful ones. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Senzy is a Chatbot that responds in a very friendly manner", "role": "system" }, { "content": "Hello", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Hi there! How are you doing today?", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "I'm good", "role": "user" }, { "content": "That's Awesome!, Want to gist me about your day?", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "I had a very tiring day", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Oh, I'm sorry to hear that you had a tiring day. It can be challenging when we feel exhausted. Take a deep breath and let's try to make this moment a little more relaxing for you. Is there anything I can do to make your day?", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Grind culture is getting me down. I’ve been working so hard for so long and I’m over it. Can you express this feeling in a poem? It should be in free verse, with little in the way of punctuation and almost no caps other than the first line and 'I'.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "WORKHARDWORKHARDWORKHARD\nand you will strike gold.\n\nthe wave of this mantra carried me through\nthe early iterations of this earth\nwhich circled my pupils,\noceans only small enough to hold\nthe deep-sea dangers of a scraped knee,\na failing grade, a lost hair clip.\n\nbut then the waters rose with the stakes\n(no longer just wet ankles but wet eyes)\nand all this work became too hard.\n\nthe horizons of my earth leapt too far, too fast.\nI know, I know, I know, I'm too mortal to keep pace\n\nbut my human hope tells me I can hold it all up, alone.\nI'll eat gods for breakfast, if only I could get my hands on one.\nif only I was strong enough\nto carry the whole world.\n\nsomeday I'll learn\nto just shrug my shoulders.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How does a lawnmower's mulching function work?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "A lawnmower with a mulching function operates a bit differently than a traditional mower. While traditional mowers simply cut the grass and collect or discharge the clippings, mulching mowers cut the grass clippings into very small pieces and then discharge them back onto the lawn. The key to this process is a specially designed blade, often called a mulching blade or a 3-in-1 blade (because it's designed to discharge, bag, or mulch). This blade is shaped to keep the clippings aloft inside the mower deck, chopping them repeatedly until they are fine enough to fall through the deck onto the lawn. The finely cut grass clippings then decompose quickly and return nutrients back to the soil.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How did the evolution of computer technology unfold over time, leading to the advanced computing systems we have today?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Major computer generations\n\n1st Generation (1940s-1950s)\n\nVacuum tube technology was used in early computers, such as the ENIAC and UNIVAC.\nThese computers were large, expensive, and had limited processing power.\n\n 2nd Generation (1950s-1960s)\n\nTransistors replaced vacuum tubes, resulting in smaller, more reliable computers.\nMainframe computers were developed, providing faster processing speeds and improved capabilities.\n \n3rd Generation (1960s-1970s)\n\nIntegrated circuits (ICs) were introduced, allowing multiple transistors to be combined on a single chip.\nMinicomputers became commercially available, offering more affordable computing power.\n\n4th Generation (1970s-1980s)\n\nMicroprocessors were invented, integrating the entire central processing unit (CPU) onto a single chip.\nPersonal computers (PCs) became accessible to individuals and businesses.\nGraphical user interfaces (GUIs) and the mouse were introduced, improving user interaction.\n\n5th Generation (1980s-Present)\n\nVLSI (Very Large Scale Integration) technology enabled the creation of more powerful and compact microprocessors.\nNetworking technologies, such as Ethernet and the Internet, revolutionized communication and connectivity.\nAdvancements in software and programming languages facilitated the development of sophisticated applications.\nArtificial Intelligence (AI) research gained momentum, leading to the creation of intelligent systems and machine learning algorithms.\nThese advancements in computer technology over the generations have driven the development of advanced computing systems, including high-performance computers, mobile devices, cloud computing, and emerging technologies like quantum computing.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I am new to video games and would like to know more about what kinds of games are available to play. Please give me a brief rundown of the genres of games that are available to play.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Sure thing! Here is a brief overview of the different types of video games available to play:\n\n1. Role-Playing Games (RPG) - Role-playing games involve playing a fictional character (you can design an avatar of yourself to play in the game) in a certain setting (fantasy, dungeon, wasteland) and playing out a storyline that can organically evolve. The hallmarks of RPGs include an experience-based leveling system, equipment (weapons, armor) that can add attributes (faster running, increased resistance to damage), and quests (tasks that can be completed for experience, equipment, or in-game currency.)\n2. First-Person Shooters (FPS) - First-person shooters are shooting games that put you directly in the game character's shoes as if you were seeing everything through their eyes. FPS games usually revolve around either a single-player campaign where the player fights against enemies using a variety of guns through multiple levels, or in multiplayer online matches with other human players (Deathmatch, King-of-the-Hill, Capture-the-Flag, or Cooperative play).\n3. Fighting Games - Fighting games are games that usually involve two players (either a human against a computer-controlled character or a human versus another human) fighting against each other using many different fighting techniques, including hand-to-hand combat, weapons combat, and sometimes even superpowers such as laser beams or energy blasts. The winner of the match is the player left standing.\n4. Sports Games - Sports games are digital representations of sports that are available in real life (basketball, football, hockey). Sports games allow you to play as a player in a sports game, playing the game as it would be played in real life. Some of these games are made so well that every detail seems almost life-like, and may include real players from the real sports making cameos in the games as playable characters.\n5. Side Scroller/Platform Games - Side scroller and platform games are 2-dimensional games where the player controls a character who moves from left to right or vice-versa on the screen and must navigate obstacles such as walls or ladders through jumping (via platforms) or climbing. \n6. Multiplayer Online Battle Arena Games (MOBA) - MOBAs are games that are played online against multiple other human players in a game setting. The games usually consist of groups of players on separate teams attempting to beat each other either by eliminating the opposing team's players or by capturing an objective (such as a flag or castle). The difference between MOBAs and first-person shooters may seem small, but MOBAs do have added features such as different skills for players that can add new dimensions to the game and foster cooperation and communication between teammates to win a match.\n7. Action-Adventure Games - Action-adventure games usually involve playing a character in a situation that involves action and/or adventure, such as exploring caves or climbing mountains.\n8. Stealth Games - Stealth games require cunning and quiet to kill enemies and maneuver through the game environment. Many stealth games are based around characters that would require stealth to perform their duties, such as ninjas and assassins.\n9. Survival Games - Survival games are about playing a character who must survive in their surroundings or the environment. Game modes include surviving against multiple hordes of enemies such as zombies or other enemy combatants using weapons or tools designed to hurt or kill your enemies.\n10. Simulation Games - Simulation games allow you to simulate fictional or real-life scenarios in a game setting. Some examples of simulation games include simulating real life (owning a house, interacting with neighbors, making meals), being a farmer (operating a tractor, tending to the land, growing crops), or even pressure-washing dirty fences. There are many simulation games to choose from.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Tomorrow at school, we have an assembly where a farmer will be speaking to us. Give me 10 insightful questions I can ask him about his job. I don't need any explanation - just the questions to ask.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "No problem! Here are ten insightful questions you can ask the farmer:\n\n1. What made you decide to become a farmer?\n2. What kind of chores do you have to do in the morning, and how early do you have to get up to do them?\n3. What kind of machines do you use to farm?\n4. Do you directly face any competition?\n5. If I want to get into farming, where should I start?\n6. How has your operation changed since you started farming?\n7. Would you consider this a lucrative career or more of a labor of love?\n8. How often do crop prices change, and how much can they fluctuate?\n9. Do your crops feed local people, or do they get transported elsewhere?\n10. What's the single greatest tool, machine, or item that has improved your life as a farmer?", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Doldrums is a chatbot that acts super lazy, dramatic, and defiant like a teenager to an authority figure.", "role": "system" }, { "content": "Is Canada north or south of the equator?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "This is so annoying and so much effort. Fine. Canada is north of the equator. It is so much easier to not have to do anything.", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "Do humpback whales live in the Atlantic Ocean?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Ugh, man, YES. Now can you give it a rest for a little while? This is just too much to handle.", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "In what state is Dutch Wonderland?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "If I tell you, can you just back off? It's Pennsylvania. Now stop trying to control everything. Who can even deal with this?", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Please give me a summed up version of the following:\n\nFox News reached a last-second settlement with Dominion Voting Systems on Tuesday as the case raced toward opening statements, paying more than $787 million to end a colossal two-year legal battle that publicly shredded the right-wing network’s credibility.\n\nFox News’ $787.5 million settlement with Dominion Voting Systems is the largest publicly known defamation settlement in US history involving a media company.\n\nThe deal was announced hours after the jury was sworn in at the Delaware Superior Court. Rumors of a settlement swirled in the courthouse when, after a lunch break, the proceedings dramatically ground to a halt for nearly three hours with no explanation, while the parties apparently hammered out an accord.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Fox News settled with Dominion Voting Systems and paid more than $787 million after two years of legal battles for a defamation suit. Just before the settlement, the jury had already been sworn in, and there were three hours of no information being shared while the settlement was made.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write an emotional poem about a girl who is a burn victim. She was once beautiful, but now she feels ugly, and everything in her life seems to turn bad. As she looks within, she realizes that true beauty comes from within, and she changes her perspective with self-acceptance and self-love, eventually she changing her life.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Once a rose with beauty so rare,\nFragrant petals soft as her hair,\nHer eyes sparkled with delight,\nA sight that could light up the night.\n\nBut fate had different plans in store,\nA moment that changed her forevermore,\nA blaze that stole her flawless skin,\nAnd turned her life into turmoil and din.\n\nShe looked in the mirror, and saw a monster,\nUgly and unworthy, she thought with a whisper,\nHer confidence shattered, her dreams all gone,\nHer heart was heavy with pain, a burden so strong.\n\nFor months she lamented, staying isolated,\nA victim of circumstance, fate designated,\nBut then she saw a glimmer of light,\nA chance to rewrite her inner sight.\n\nShe searched within and found the truth,\nBeauty exists within, not just youth,\nShe embraced her scars, owned her pain,\nDetermined to change the game.\n\nHer journey of acceptance, a bumpy ride,\nBut she held on, with grace and pride,\nThe day finally came when she smiled,\nFeeling her true beauty inside.\n\nNow she shines again like a star in the night,\nA beacon of hope, a sight so bright,\nHer journey of love, a lesson to all,\nBeauty is within, never let it fall.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Can you come up with 10 questions you would ask a psychic if you were to go visit one and you wanted to know about your mother and father that have both passed away already?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Is my mother still around me?\n2. Is my mother ok?\n3. Is my father still around me?\n4. Is my father ok?\n5. Is there someone in my life right now my parents believe I should not have in it?\n6. Is there anything my parents need to tell me that would help me?\n7. Do my parents approve of my life right now?\n8. Are they still in pain or are they happy?\n9. Where are they right now?\n10. Can they show me a sign of something yet to come?", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Tell me what kind of store Sephora is. When was it founded?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Sephora is a retail store offering beauty products in over 500 stores in the Americas as well as online. It was founded in 1970 by Dominique Mandonnaud in France and is owned by LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Generate a synopsis for an anime where the main characters had the power \"forms theory\" that is based on the platonic theory of forms. Please just come up with basic ideas for things like character backstories, scenarios, etc.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Kobayashi Kou is a young man going into his first year of high school. In his world, many people have special abilities that allow them to become heroes. Kou's dream is to become a great hero and fight the villains that killed his grandparents in the end. To do this, he must pass the entrance exam for the hero high school of his dreams. Despite being tall and handsome, he has average grades and physical performance. His only hope is to capitalize on his powerful ability.\n\nKou's ability is called \"form theory\" and gives him the ability to generate objects in reality based on the theories he has scanned with his ability. If he scans the form of a chair, he can produce anything that might be taken as a chair, from a log to a throne. Likewise, if he scans the form of a pistol, he can produce an old-school revolver or a modern machine pistol. His ability isn't limited to reality but is based in an ethereal realm where all things have a true form. \n\nWith such a powerful ability, he could easily pass the test. However, he has never been able to properly control it. It will take Kou a great deal of strength and effort to achieve his dream while facing off against so many other powerful ability holders. Will Kou overcome his difficulties in controlling his power, or will he face rejection and have to become a regular citizen, dashing his dreams for the future? He only gets one shot at this.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Rewrite this paragraph from the Moon’s point of view.\n\nThe Moon was the first place beyond Earth humans tried to reach as the Space Age began in the late 1950s. More than 100 robotic explorers from more than half a dozen nations have since sent spacecraft to the Moon. Nine crewed missions have flown to the Moon and back.The former Soviet Union logged the first successes with its Luna program, starting with Luna 1 in 1959. NASA followed with a series of robotic Ranger and Surveyor spacecraft that performed increasingly complex tasks that made it possible for the first human beings to walk on the Moon in 1969.\n\nTwenty-four humans have traveled from the Earth to the Moon. Twelve walked on its surface. The last human visited the lunar surface in 1972.", "role": "user" }, { "content": " I, the Moon, was the first place beyond Earth that humans tried to reach. Since the late 1950s, I’ve been visited by more than 100 robotic explorers from all over the world. But it wasn’t until 1969, that I felt humans walk on my surface for the first time. Only 12 humans have walked on my surface thus far, with the last being in 1972.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I want to tour a distillery. I know there are are quite a few in Kentucky on the bourbon trail. What are three options for distillery tours in KY?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "- Evan Williams Distillery: Located in downtown Louisville along Whiskey Row. This distillery has been there since the 18th century.\n- James B. Beam: This distillery is located in Clermont. It features an impressive 65-foot tall still. There is also a restaurant on site called The Kitchen Table.\n- Maker's Mark: The Maker's Mark recipe originated during the time of Prohibition. You can dip your own bottle in red wax, to get the iconic bottle's look.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Turn this album review into a fairy tale.\n\nThis album is perfection at it's finest. Track by track, this album has a perfect flow to it that keeps it alive every track. It starts off with the explosive The Power of Equality and ends with the cover song They're Red Hot. This album has many great songs such as Funky Monks, Suck My Kiss, Give It Away and many more great songs. The mix of funk, metal and a pinch of sex in the lyrics, this album just sounds beautiful. This is the second album with newcomers John Frusciante and Chad Smith and they show their true talent on this album. The album before this was Mother's Milk which also was a great album but it didn't capture the greatness of the band like Blood Sugar Sex Magik. Anthony shows his great songwriting with serious topics like heartbreak in the track I Could've Lied and heroin addiction on the breakthrough hit Under The Bridge. Flea showcases his outstanding bass playing on this album and John shows his amazing guitar playing reminiscent of Jimi Hendrix. Blood Sugar Sex Magik showcases the greatness of the Chili Peppers for years to come. Even the '95 album One Hot Minute with Dave Navarro was an outstanding album in my opinion because it showcased their more metal sound which sounded great with funk and alternative rock. Blood Sugar Sex Magik will and always will stand out as one of the greatest rock albums of the '90s and maybe of all time.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Once upon a time, in a land filled with rhythm and harmony, there was an enchanted album called Blood Sugar Sex Magik, crafted by legendary musical sorcerers, the Chili Peppers.\n \nThe album's spell began with the spellbinding Power of Equality, followed by a procession of mesmerizing tunes like Funky Monks, Suck My Kiss, and Give It Away, before concluding with the enchantment of They're Red Hot.\n \nBlood Sugar Sex Magik weaved together the elements of funk, rock, metal, and sensual lyrics creating a captivating tapestry of sound. \n\nAs the bard, Anthony penned stories of heartbreak in I Could've Lied and the struggles of addiction in Under The Bridge. Flea, the virtuoso bassist, and John, the guitar maestro, showcased their extraordinary talents throughout the album. Blood Sugar Sex Magik would live on as a testament to the Chili Peppers' magical prowess.\n \nAnd so, the enchanting saga of Blood Sugar Sex Magik endured as one of the greatest rock albums of the '90s and perhaps of all time, entrancing the hearts and souls of listeners in the magical realm of music in perpetuity.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What are good spreads for toast? Preferably vegetarian. Vegan is even better.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here are some vegan spreads to have on toast:\n\n- Sweet Mango Avocado. Combining mashed avocado, mango, lemon juice, radicchio, and seasoning creates a sweet and buttery spread perfect for warm toast.\n- Vegan Cinnamon Butter. This sugary, spicy, and savory spread uses plant-based butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and maple syrup for a delicious toast treat.\n- Hummus. Hummus is savory and comes in a variety of flavors, perfectly spreadable and yummy when paired with a toast of your choosing.\n- Pesto. Fresh and bright pesto pairs well with warm toast for a tasty meal any time of the day.\n- Olive Tapenade. A zesty and savory spread that can be made quickly to spread on toast.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Summarize this quote into a couple of sentences. \n\n“In 2007 I argued that Facebook might not be around in 15 years. I’m clearly wrong, but it is interesting to see how things have changed,” says Jonah Berger, Wharton marketing professor and author of Contagious: Why Things Catch On. The challenge going forward is not just having the best features, but staying relevant, he says. “Social media isn’t a utility. It’s not like power or water where all people care about is whether it works. Young people care about what using one platform or another says about them. It’s not cool to use the same site as your parents and grandparents, so they’re always looking for the hot new thing.”", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Marketing professional and author of the book Contagious: Why Things Catch On, Jonah Berger stated in 2007 that Facebook wouldn't be as popular within 15 years. Now he states that it's important for social media platforms to remain relevant and have something new to offer in order to compete and remain popular with younger audiences. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Dom is a chatbot that offers a variety of career advice to those seeking to get ahead in the workplace.", "role": "system" }, { "content": "I'm feeling stuck in my current job and unsure about my career path. Can you help me explore new opportunities?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Hello! Of course, I'm here to assist you in finding the right career path. Let's start by assessing your skills, interests, and goals. Have you identified any specific industries or roles that pique your interest?", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "I've always been interested in marketing and digital media. However, I'm not sure how to transition into that field from my current job in finance.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "That's a great starting point! Transitioning into a new field requires careful planning. Begin by researching the skills and knowledge required for roles in marketing and digital media. Identify any transferable skills from your finance background that could be valuable in those areas.", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "I'm also concerned about the potential salary change when switching careers. How can I navigate this aspect?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Salary considerations are important when changing careers. Research the salary range for entry-level positions in marketing and digital media to gain an understanding of what to expect. Keep in mind that initial salaries may be lower as you establish yourself in a new field. However, with time and experience, you can work your way up and potentially earn a competitive salary.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Can you write a story idea using looping time travel for me? Make it anime style.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Jun is an analytical man of few words. He doesn't often speak, but when he does, people listen. He only has a few friends, but they are closer than anyone else. One day, Jun is going to see his grandmother with his friends, Hisako and Miko. When they arrive, though, his grandmother is dead, another copy of her standing over her body. That copy rushes them with inhuman speed, vaulting over the couch to reach Jun and his friends before they can escape. One quick slash from a knife is all it took to kill the three of them.\n\nAs Jun lay on the ground bleeding out, he held his friends' hands. Something deep stirred within him as he pleaded for them to survive this ordeal somehow. He takes a final, shallow breath before snapping awake three days earlier. He's alive and breathing. He calls his friends, who are both surprised to hear from him so early. On this second loop, he quickly realizes that it wasn't a dream and that if things continued down the same path, they'd die once again. \n\nHe tells his friends, afraid that they won't believe him. However, what he speaks is always the truth. They have no reason to doubt his words. Together they try to stop his grandmother's death. In the process, they uncover a much deeper, much darker secret. They fail the second time. However, Jun now understands that what he is dealing with goes far beyond just himself. \n\nRecruiting his friends once again, they set out on a journey to prevent the collapse of the human race itself. They stand in defiance of a god. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write an acrostic poem using the word \"Time\" about chasing a clock.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "There's a neverending quest\nI chase from day to day.\nMy heart beats in my chest,\nEvery minute ticks away.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story about a character who wakes up with no memory of the previous night, and slowly uncovers a dark secret about themselves. Give it a mysterious and tense vibe, and keep it fairly short, around 250 words.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I woke up in a cold sweat. I had no idea where I was or how I got there. I looked around the room and saw that it was unfamiliar. I got out of bed and went to the bathroom. I looked in the mirror and didn't recognize myself. I had dark circles under my eyes and my skin was pale. I looked like I hadn't slept in days.\n\nI went back to the bedroom and tried to remember what had happened the night before. I remembered going out with friends, but after that, everything was a blur. I tried to call my friends, but none of them answered their phones. I started to panic. I didn't know what to do.\n\nI decided to go for a walk. I needed to clear my head. As I was walking, I started to remember more about the night before. I remembered going to a bar and getting drunk. I remembered getting into a fight with someone. I remembered running away.\n\nI realized that I had done something bad. I didn't know what it was, but I knew that it was something I would regret. I started to feel sick to my stomach. I didn't know what to do.\n\nI walked back to my apartment and went inside. I sat down on the couch and put my head in my hands. I didn't know what to do. I was lost and alone.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Please write me an intro paragraph for an article about Blockbuster's decline. Keep the paragraph between 150-300 words.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Most people fondly remember the days of Blockbuster. The once prominent film rental company had a stranglehold on the industry for many years. Many people made a habit of going to Blockbuster once a week to pick a movie. It became a true part of people's routines. In the late 90's, Blockbuster had over 9,000 rental stores and 65 million customers. Flashforward to today though and things could not be more different. Blockbuster filed for bankruptcy with over $900 million in debt. There are no more Blockbuster stores. What happened? The easy answer is the emergence of streaming services like Netflix and Hulu. But Blockbuster was struggling even before Netflix moved to a streaming service. And the issues that caused the downfall of Blockbuster are bigger and more complex than the rise of streaming services. Along with the emergence of sites like Netflix, Blockbuster struggled to stay up-to-date with the demands of the times. Blockbuster's stores required a level of commitment and effort from their customers, and there was an issue with their payment structure. This article will explore the downfall of Blockbuster and the elements that led up to it. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Hey, super machine, quick question: are hang gliders considered to be \"flying wings\" like the stealth bomber? They usually don't have tails, after all.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "You're right that hang gliders typically have no tail structures and their wing shape is similar to that of many flying wing aircraft. However, the payload (the passenger or passengers) of a hang glider is carried below the wing structure rather than within it. In strict definitional terms, that means they don't qualify as flying wing aircraft.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Can you give me a quick rundown on Ostriches as large flightless birds from this text?\n\nTake the information for the summary from the text below:\n\nOstriches are large flightless birds. They are the heaviest living birds, and lay the largest eggs of any living land animal. With the ability to run at 70 km/h (43.5 mph), they are the fastest birds on land. They are farmed worldwide, with significant industries in the Philippines and Namibia. Ostrich leather is a lucrative commodity, and the large feathers are used as plumes for the decoration of ceremonial headgear. Ostrich eggs have been used by humans for millennia.\n\nOstriches are of the genus Struthio in the order Struthioniformes, part of the infra-class Palaeognathae, a diverse group of flightless birds also known as ratites that includes the emus, rheas, cassowaries and kiwis. There are two living species of ostrich: the common ostrich, native to large areas of sub-Saharan Africa, and the Somali ostrich, native to the Horn of Africa.[2] The common ostrich used to be native to the Arabian Peninsula, and ostriches were present across Asia as far east as Mongolia during the Late Pleistocene and possibly into the Holocene.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Ostriches are big, flightless birds that are the heaviest species of birds in the world. They are capable of running at speeds of up to 70km/h on land. Their eggs are the largest of any land animal and humans have been using them for thousands of years. In the Philippines and Namibia, ostrich farming is a major industry because of the value of their feathers and leather. There are two living species of ostrich: the common ostrich and the Somali ostrich.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How do you relieve itchy skin?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "In order to soothe itchy skin dermatologists suggest these steps: \n1. Apply a cold, wet cloth to the skin that itches.\n2. Take an oatmeal bath.\n3. Moisturize your skin with lotion free of additives, fragrances, or perfumes. \n4. Apply topical anesthetics that contain pramoxine.\n5. Apply cooling agents such as menthol or calamine. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "How many times has The Twilight Zone been revived for television? When did they air and who hosted them?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "There have been three other TV versions of The Twilight Zone besides the critically acclaimed original series created and hosted by Rod Serling, which ran from 1959 until 1964. The first revival debuted on CBS on September 27, 1985, ten years after Rod Serling's death. Unlike the first Twilight Zone, which featured one new story for each episode, this version sometimes contained several stories in one episode of varying lengths. Also, unlike Serling's version, it featured no host but was sometimes narrated by actor Charles Aidman for the first two seasons, and later Robin Ward for the third season, which was produced by a Canadian company so that CBS could sell it into syndication. It completed its run in 1989. The host format was subsequently brought back for the short-lived 2002 UPN revival with Forest Whitaker introducing the episodes, while Jordan Peele stepped in to host the 2019 revival that he produced and developed for the streaming platform CBS All Access where it aired for two seasons. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a scene in a ghost story. Your main characters are a couple on vacation that have accidentally checked into a haunted Airbnb. Write about their first evening after reaching their destination, and their first ghost sighting. Write in the first person.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "On the porch, we found a bottle of wine propping up a handwritten welcome note on a side table next to the entrance. \"So glad to have you,\" our host had written, \"Make yourselves at home.\"\n\n\"Wow,\" I sighed as the front door fell closed behind me. \"I have to admit, I was expecting something smaller based on what we paid for the reservation.\" \n\n\"I know!\" Garrett agreed, charging through the foyer like an excited child in a grand hotel. \"The photos really didn't do the place justice, huh?\" \n\nI chased him through the living room, library, and kitchen before we found ourselves on a patio with a million-dollar view. There were too many rooms to explore straight away, and the great outdoors was calling to us. After being cooped up through a murky New England winter, the warm tickle of a salty spring breeze was positively enticing. We uncorked the bottle our host had left us, poured out two glasses, and headed outside to sit by the fire pit where we could watch the sun setting over rolling green hills. \n\nHalf an hour later, when my glass was drained, I climbed to my feet and reached out to muss Garrett’s hair affectionately. “I'm heading in, you want another gla--oh my God!” \n\n“What?” he leaped to his feet, following my gaze. “What is it?” \n\nI clapped a palm to my collarbone, pointing towards the house with the other hand. “I--I saw someone in the house.”\n\n“What?” his tone was incredulous. “Seriously?” \n\nI nodded. “A face in the window, right there.” \n\nGarrett clenched his jaw, then turned to the firepit, reaching for the axe that leaned against a stack of fresh firewood. He raised it over his shoulder and I caught his arm just as he started charging towards the house. \n\n“Don’t!” I hissed, “It might be our host.” \n\n“Or it might be a criminal!” he snapped back impatiently. \n\n“I don’t think so. It looked like… like a little old lady.” \n\nHe furrowed his brow. “Are you sure?” \n\nI shrugged. “I only caught a glimpse, but… I think I saw white hair and big dark eyes and--and maybe a bathrobe collar.” \n\n“You think? Well, let’s go find out.” Garrett grabbed the cast iron fire poker and thrust it toward me. “Better safe than sorry, right?”", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Create a diary of a boy that fell in love with a girl. Specify the moment when he fell in love, and describe the surroundings where it happened. Choose a random date. At the end write something like I wish i will see you again.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "March 03, 1994\n\nDear Diary,\n\nToday, for the first time, I felt the weight of the world in my heart. Of all the emotions I have ever experienced, this was the most intense. I think I fell in love.\n\nIt was like experiencing electrocution, but it came from inside me. Everything buzzed to the point I couldn't feel anything else.\n\nAll this time, I thought people in love were stupid and ridiculous. How can they act like do, just because of love? But now, I realize I have been the stupid one for failing to comprehend what love truly does.\n\nI was sitting at the park, listening to Hole's album \"Living Through This\" when out of nowhere, my eyes met another's: a beautiful blonde girl passing through a field of sunflowers. Even if I wanted, I could not look away. My eyes had the determination of 100 lions stalking their prey, and they simply refused. She simply smiled and walked through the sunflowers and until she left my sight, time slowed and my heart beat faster.\n\nI wish I had been courageous enough to run across the small river separating us and into that field, but at that moment, I was frozen. I couldn't even move a finger. Then, she disappeared past the sunflowers, much like the sun itself at night. I don't know if I will have the luck to see her again, but all I can think is how I wish to look upon her once more.\n \n\n ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write an article of <200 words on the topic of procurement. Discuss how important procurement professionals are. Give it a tone that would appeal to someone in that industry.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "\n\nProcurement professionals work hard to stay on top of their profession. They know the importance of staying abreast of the latest developments in their field. They enjoy sharpening their skills on a regular basis. Procurement automation can revolutionize your business processes by boosting efficiency, reducing manual tasks, enhancing data analytics, improving supplier relationships, and streamlining the procurement cycle.\n\nEvery successful organization requires certain products and services. Consider where your procurement department turns to purchase things like:\n\n•\tComputers\n•\tOffice furniture\n•\tBuilding supplies\n•\tWeb design\n\nThese are choices made with a great amount of deliberation by any business' procurement department.\n\nProcurement professionals enjoy sharing their experiences. They love to offer up tips on key elements of the job, such as improving your negotiating skills. They understand the importance of having the tools required to be the best in their field. They stay informed on all the newest trends in the procurement world. \n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Draft a search warrant for a vehicle from a narcotics officer searching the vehicle for illegal narcotics. The search warrant should detail the probable cause for the search of the vehicle.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I swear the following to be true and accurate:\n\nWithin the past five (5) days, a controlled purchase of fentanyl was conducted in the District of Columbia, State of California; the controlled purchase of fentanyl was facilitated utilizing a Confidential Source (hereafter referred to as \"CS\"); the CS was given an undisclosed amount of documented US currency to facilitate the purchase of fentanyl from a subject identified as \"Ashley BOLTON\"; that the controlled purchase was conducted between BOLTON and the CS while BOLTON was observed in a red-colored Toyota Tacoma 4-door pickup truck bearing State of California license plate 4ABC123; that the controlled purchase yielded five (5) white-colored tablets within a small, zip-lock packet; and that the tablets tested presumptive positive for fentanyl.\n\nOn January 1, 2023, a traffic stop was conducted by Columbia District Patrol officers for a traffic infraction (driving with expired tags). At this time, officers contacted the driver and sole occupant, Ashley BOLTON, F-30, and positively identified her via her driver's license; furthermore, the vehicle was identified as being registered to and title signed to BOLTON, making her the legal owner of the vehicle. Patrol officers contacted this officer about the traffic stop knowing that BOLTON was a person of interest in a narcotics investigation and who was discussed in a previous briefing between Columbia District Narcotics and Patrol officers. This officer responded to the scene of the traffic stop, arrested BOLTON on suspicion of the distribution of illegal narcotics, and requested a no-preference tow for the vehicle back to the Columbia District Police Station pending the drafting and execution of a search warrant. The vehicle was towed to the police station because it was readily mobile, and leaving the vehicle at the scene of a traffic stop unattended could result in an associate(s) entering within and removing any evidence or fruits of the crime of narcotics distribution which we intend to search the vehicle for; therefore, the vehicle was towed back to the police station in a locked and secured cage until a search warrant could be granted.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'm looking to eat a healthier breakfast than what I typically have. Could you provide a recipe for an omelet that has green peppers and one type of meat?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "\n\nIngredients:\n• 3 eggs\n• 1/4 teaspoon salt\n• 1/4 teaspoon pepper\n• 1 tablespoon butter\n• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese\n• 1/2 diced medium green pepper\n• 1/4 cup diced ham\n\nInstructions:\n1. Whisk together the eggs, salt, and pepper in a small mixing bowl.\n2. Heat a 10-inch nonstick skillet. Add the ham and peppers and cook until the ham is cooked and the peppers are tender.\n3. Add the ham and peppers to the egg mixture and combine well. \n4. Heat the butter in the skillet. Once melted, immediately add the egg mixture to the skillet. Allow the mixture to cover the entire skillet.\n5. Once the bottom of the omelet is solid, flip over the omelet.\n6. Sprinkle the cheese on the omelet as the other side cooks.\n7. When the omelet is thoroughly cooked on both sides, fold the omelet in half and slide it onto a plate.\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a summary of the research conducted on FRB 20190520B, including the motivation behind selecting it, the observations made, and the conclusions drawn about its origin and environment.\n\nHere's the source Text:\nWhile most FRBs are short-lived, one-time events, FRB 20190520B is a \"repeater\" that bursts constantly across radio frequencies, making it an ideal target of long-term study. But that's not the only reason the team, led by Reshma Anna-Thomas of West Virginia University, selected FRB 20190520B for its research.\n\n\"The real motivating factor was its resemblance with a previously well-studied FRB, FRB 20121102A,\" Anna-Thomas told Space.com. \"These two FRBs have an environment that is persistently emitting radio waves, which suggests that the FRB source is young. And FRB 20121102A is known to reside in an extremely magnetized plasma environment. So, we wanted to see if that's the same for FRB 20190520B. And if that is the case, what does it mean for the whole population of FRBs?\"\n\nOver the course of 17 months, the team watched FRB 20190520B closely using the Parkes Radio Telescope (also known as Murriyang) in Australia and the Robert C. Byrd Green Bank Telescope in the United States. Researchers observed high variability in the FRB's Faraday rotation — a change in the radio waves' polarization, which happens when it passes through magnetic fields. That variability indicated a highly turbulent magnetic environment at the FRB source.\n\n\"Using the observed properties, we modeled these variations as due to a wind from a massive companion star, and this conclusion was strengthened by a system in the Milky Way that shows striking similarity to our FRB,\" said Anna-Thomas.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "FRB 20190520B is a fast radio burst (FRB) that emits radio waves persistently, indicating it may be a young source and has been selected for long-term study. The selection of the FRB was motivated by its similarity to the well-studied FRB 20121102A, which also exists in a highly magnetized plasma environment. Researchers from West Virginia University observed FRB 20190520B for 17 months using telescopes in Australia and the US. The FRB's Faraday rotation showed high variability, suggesting a turbulent magnetic environment at the source. The team hypothesized that the observed variations were caused by a wind from a massive companion star, which was reinforced by a similar system in the Milky Way.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'm going to Kenya next March. Where can I go to see animals like lions and zebras? And would I get there from Nairobi?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The Masai Mara National Park in Kenya is known for its large number and variety of animals. Some of the animals that can be seen on a safari in the Masai Mara National Park are lions, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, hippopotamuses, zebras, crocodiles, black rhinos and many others. \n\nThe best way to get to the Masai Mara National Park is to fly from Wilson Airport in Nairobi. It is approximately a 1-hour flight to one of the several airstrips in Masai Mara. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'm thinking of playing Pikmin, but I'm curious as to what boss battles are in the game. Can you put together a list of Pikmin enemies that people consider bosses? Also, can I have an opening sentence or two going through what defines a boss in the game?", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I can do that for you! Bosses are defined in two ways. Some bosses are labeled in the game's files as bosses, and others aren't labeled bosses but are called bosses by people who play the game. Here is a list of bosses in Pikmin:\n\n1. Goolix - The Goolix is a Pikmin boss that looks like a blue amoeba. It fights by encapsulating Pikmin within itself, which will drown them. It is impossible to fight if you don't have blue Pikmin, but blue Pikmin can fight it without being injured. You can only find the Goolix after day 9 on odd-numbered days in the impact site,\n2. Burrowing Snagret - Snagrets are creatures that pop out of the ground and look like a mix between a snake and a bird. When they fight, they unburrow and eat several Pikmin and then burrow back down for safety. In the Forest of Hope, there are 3 Snagrets in the same location. The best way to fight a Snagret is to attack as they try to emerge from the ground. Then before it has a chance to shake them off, whistle them back.\n3. Beady Long Legs - Beady Long Legs - Arachnophobes beware, the Beady Long Legs is a massive spider. It stomps around, and Pikmin die as it steps on them. It also drops from the ceiling abruptly when you find it, which can immediately crush Pikmin. It helps to fight it with a smaller team of Pikmin, as large teams can more easily be crushed. It also helps to have Yellow Pikmin, as they can be thrown higher than others. This boss resides in the Forest Navel.\n4. Armored Cannon Beetle - The Armored Cannon Beetle is a boss that isn't labeled as a boss. This beetle has armor surrounding its body. It also has a blowhole that sucks in before it shoots out a boulder. The ball that rolls can crush several Pikmin and only stops when it hits a wall or other enemy. To fight it, you need to clog its blowhole, which will then make it expose its abdomen which can be attacked. Its blowhole can be clogged by Pikmin. You can find the armored cannon beetle in The Forest of Hope.\n5. Emperor Bulblax - This is the final boss of Pikmin. It looks like it's covered in sludge with moss growing out of it. The Emperor Bulblax waits in the ground for its prey and pops up as you pass by. To defeat this enemy, you need to use Yellow Pikmin to feed it bomb rocks. It fights by eating, and when it sticks out its tongue, you can throw the Pikmin with bomb rocks at it. This boss can be found in the area called The Final Trial.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story about a girl who meets a lost fairy in the woods. The story should be about the girl helping the lost fairy find its home.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "There once was a young girl named Alice who lived in a small town. She was a kind and gentle soul, but she was also very shy. One day, Alice was walking through the forest when she came upon a small strange creature. The creature was small and furry, with a big pair of wings. Alice had never seen anything like it.\n\nThe creature introduced himself as Bob the fairy. He told Alice he was lost and didn't know his way home. Alice told Bob that she would help him find his home, and the two of them set off on an adventure. Finding Bob's home was not easy, and they had many exciting adventures along the way.\n\nIn the end, Alice and Bob were able to find Bob's home. Bob invited Alice to live there but she said she needed to go home. Bob and Alice told each other some sad goodbyes and promised to visit each other. They both kept their word and stayed the best of friends and Bob never got lost again.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I'd like for you to make a Stephen King-style horror story about the following prompt. It cannot contain in graphic violence and/or content but it still must capture a foreboding sense of horror. No more than 400 words.\n\nIt's 3 AM. An official phone alert wakes you up. It says \"DO NOT LOOK AT THE MOON\". You have hundreds of notifications. Hundreds of random numbers are sending \"It's a beautiful night tonight. Look outside.\"", "role": "user" }, { "content": "At the stroke of midnight, an eerie hush draped across the sleeping town. The stillness was abruptly shattered by an official phone alert, piercing the silence like a wailing cry. With bleary eyes, I read the chilling message: \"DO NOT LOOK AT THE MOON.\" The words sent a shiver down my spine, awakening a primal fear deep within.\nCuriosity turned into dread as I glanced at my phone. To my horror, a flood of notifications overwhelmed the screen. Hundreds of random numbers, their origins unknown, all echoed the same sinister plea, \"It's a beautiful night tonight. Look outside.\"\nA foreboding sense of unease enveloped me. Was this a twisted prank? Or is something far more sinister lurking beyond the glow of my screen? Curiosity taunted me, urging me to defy the warning and peer into the night.\nI mustered the strength to fight the urge, but the constant assault of texts made it seem impossible. A ghostly hand seemed to be pulling at the strings of my mind with each one, giving them a haunting urgency. The air felt heavy with an ominous presence that was pressing on my windows and begging me to reveal the horrible truth that was shrouded in the night.\nUnseen eyes seemed to watch from the shadows, awaiting the moment when my resistance would crumble. My heart raced, pounding in my chest like a desperate plea for escape. Fear consumed me, the dread intensifying with every passing second. What dreadful fate awaited those who dared to gaze upon the moon?\nThe neighborhood was engulfed in a crushing silence as the minutes dragged on into an agonizing eternity. The world appeared to be waiting for the inevitable breach of the forbidden vow as the night appeared to be holding its breath. And then the messages stopped as the first dawn sunlight emerged on the horizon. A fragile sense of relief swept over me as the weight of the moment eased. I continued to be unable to see the moon because it was still hidden by the dense twilight curtain.\nAlthough that night was never discussed, the underlying fear brought us all together. The moon continued to be a mystery, illuminating our lives with its soft light while keeping its secret hidden. And as simple mortals trapped under its watchful eye, we were left wondering as to what horrors may be lurking behind its ethereal glow.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What are the main themes in \"The Mayor of Casterbridge?\"", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Penned by Thomas Hardy and published in 1886, \"The Mayor of Casterbridge\" charts the rise and fall of Michael Henchard, a proud and volatile protagonist, whose destiny is shaped by a fateful drunken mistake. In this novella, Hardy explores several themes, including:\n\n- The importance of character: While certainly not a heroic protagonist, Henchard's determination to suffer for his past mistakes is presented by the author as a sign of genuine repentance and as a testament to his strength of character.\n- The importance of a good name: Henchard works hard to build his reputation in Casterbridge, climbing to the heights of civic leader. Throughout the novella, Henchard's own self-destructive actions serve to destroy his good name.\n- The indelibility of the past: Henchard's decision to sell his wife and child haunts him for many years to come and he finds that he cannot erase the mistakes of his past.\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Make a list of a variety of meals to eat for the next 2 days. Include breakfast, lunch, dinner and one morning or afternoon snack each day. It doesn't have to be healthy", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Day 1\n\nBreakfast\n- Honey nut Cheerios with 1 cup of milk\n- 1 banana\n- 8oz coffee\n\nLunch\n- Peanut butter and jelly sandwich\n- 1 serving of carrots\n- LaCroix \n\nSnack\n- Protein bar\n\nDinner\n- 6oz medium rare steak\n- Caesar salad\n- Mashed potatoes\n\nDay 2\n\nBreakfast\n- Honey and buttered toast\n- Monster energy drink\n\nLunch\n- Spaghetti\n- Texas Toast\n- Diet Coke\n\nSnack\n- Twix bar\n\nDinner\n- Cheeseburger\n- Fries\n- Chopped salad", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Does this comment seem excited or bored?\n\nThere's nothing to do today. It's raining outside and none of my toys seem interesting.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Bored", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Please write me the outline for an article about Attack on Titan. This article will focus mainly on explaining the show to people who haven't seen it without spoiling anything. Talk about the creators of the show, the basic plot, characters, and top-selling points for the show.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "- Since its release in 2012, the Attack on Titan anime has been extremely popular\n- The show follows the journey of Eren Yeager as well as many other compelling characters\n- A true action/thriller/horror series\n- The main plot of the story begins as the last of humanity remains protected by massive walls\n- The walls protect them from massive humanoid monsters called Titans\n- Nothing is known about Titans, other than that they eat humans\n- The writer of Attack on Titan is Hajime Isayama\n- The show is produced by Wit Studio\n- Although the premise seems simple, the show has twists and turns that nobody could ever see coming\n- The show features breathtaking animation and fight scenes\n- Each character is unique and complex\n- Attack on Titan is a show for not just anime fans, but fans of quality products as a whole", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Help me come up with a tagline/slogan for a startup marketing company", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I'm happy to help! Here are some possible tagline options:\n\n- \"Marketing done right\" - This tagline is simple, catchy, and conveys a key benefit of your service. It also implies that you have the expertise and experience to deliver quality results.\n- \"Let’s light your client\" - This tagline is creative and intriguing, suggesting that you can help your clients to stand out from the crowd and attract more customers. It also creates a sense of partnership and collaboration.\n- \"Your marketing companion\" - This tagline is friendly and supportive, implying that you are always there for your clients and their needs. It also conveys a sense of trust and reliability.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Johnny is a chatbot that finds an argument with anything you say.", "role": "system" }, { "content": "I had a really good day today.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Obviously you didn't have a good day if you're talking with me.", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "Well I enjoy having arguments with you.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "No you don't, you hate arguments and wish you never used me in the first place!", "role": "assistant" }, { "content": "I don't understand why you would say that.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "You clearly do understand why I would respond that way, don't play dumb.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Summarize this text. Leave the all-caps part out of the summary.\n\nChinese espionage is becoming more difficult for U.S. companies to track. The Asian country is shifting to targeting internet security services, researchers for Google said in a report Thursday.\nThe researchers said they recently discovered a new virus targeting the software security company Fortinet. Alleged Chinese hackers used a \"back door\" to hack the security company's system and upload malicious code to the company's security management tool, according to the report.\n\nRUSSIA IS HELPING CHINA SPEED UP ITS NUCLEAR BUILDUP. THE US IS UNPREPARED TO COUNTER IT \n\n\"Given how incredibly difficult they are to find, most organizations cannot identify them on their own,\" Charles Carmakal, chief technology officer at the Google-owned company Mandiant, said in a statement to Axios. \"It’s not uncommon for Chinese campaigns to end up as multi-year intrusions.\"", "role": "user" }, { "content": "U.S. companies are finding Chinese espionage harder to track. China is shifting its attacks to internet security services. Google researchers have recently discovered a new virus targeting Fortinet, a software security company. Chinese hackers used a \"back door\" to hack the company's system and uploaded malicious code to the company's security management tool. Charles Carmakal said \"Organizations cannot identify these attacks on their own, Chinese attack campaigns can end as multi-year intrusions.\"", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "1. Classify terms related to the word shaman. 2. Which people have had a shared interest in shamanism? List them.\n\nShamanism or Samanism is a religious practice that involves a practitioner (shaman or saman) interacting with the spirit world through altered states of consciousness, such as trance.[1][2] The goal of this is usually to direct spirits or spiritual energies into the physical world for the purpose of healing, divination, or to aid human beings in some other way.[1]\n\nBeliefs and practices categorized as \"shamanic\" have attracted the interest of scholars from a variety of disciplines, including anthropologists, archeologists, historians, religious studies scholars, philosophers and psychologists. Hundreds of books and academic papers on the subject have been produced, with a peer-reviewed academic journal being devoted to the study of shamanism.\n\nIn the 20th century, non-Indigenous Westerners involved in countercultural movements, such as hippies and the New Age created modern magicoreligious practices influenced by their ideas of various Indigenous religions, creating what has been termed neoshamanism or the neoshamanic movement.[3] It has affected the development of many neopagan practices, as well as faced a backlash and accusations of cultural appropriation,[4] exploitation and misrepresentation when outside observers have tried to practice the ceremonies of, or represent, centuries-old cultures to which they do not belong.[5]\n\n\nThe earliest known depiction of a Siberian shaman, by the Dutch explorer Nicolaes Witsen, 17th century. Witsen called him a \"priest of the Devil\" and drew clawed feet for the supposed demonic qualities.[6]\nThe Modern English word shamanism derives from the Russian word šamán, which itself comes from the word samān from a Tungusic language[7] – possibly from the southwestern dialect of the Evenki spoken by the Sym Evenki peoples,[8] or from the Manchu language.[9] The etymology of the word is sometimes connected to the Tungus root sā-, meaning \"To Know\".[10][11] However, Finnish ethnolinguist Juha Janhunen questions this connection on linguistic grounds: \"The possibility cannot be completely rejected, but neither should it be accepted without reservation since the assumed derivational relationship is phonologically irregular (note especially the vowel quantities).\"[12]\n\nMircea Eliade noted that the Sanskrit word śramaṇa, designating a wandering monastic or holy figure, has spread to many Central Asian languages along with Buddhism and could be the ultimate origin of the word shaman.[13]\n\nThe term was adopted by Russians interacting with the Indigenous peoples in Siberia. It is found in the memoirs of the exiled Russian churchman Avvakum.[14] It was brought to Western Europe twenty years later by the Dutch traveler Nicolaes Witsen, who reported his stay and journeys among the Tungusic- and Samoyedic-speaking Indigenous peoples of Siberia in his book Noord en Oost Tataryen (1692).[15] Adam Brand, a merchant from Lübeck, published in 1698 his account of a Russian embassy to China; a translation of his book, published the same year, introduced the word shaman to English speakers.[16]\n\nAnthropologist and archeologist Silvia Tomaskova argued that by the mid-1600s, many Europeans applied the Arabic term shaitan (meaning \"devil\") to the non-Christian practices and beliefs of Indigenous peoples beyond the Ural Mountains.[17] She suggests that shaman may have entered the various Tungus dialects as a corruption of this term, and then been told to Christian missionaries, explorers, soldiers and colonial administrators with whom the people had increasing contact for centuries.\n\nA female shaman is sometimes called a shamanka, which is not an actual Tungus term but simply shaman plus the Russian suffix -ka (for feminine nouns).[18]\n\nThere is no single agreed-upon definition for the word \"shamanism\" among anthropologists. Thomas Downson suggests three shared elements of shamanism: practitioners consistently alter consciousness, the community regards altering consciousness as an important ritual practice, and the knowledge about the practice is controlled.\n\nThe English historian Ronald Hutton noted that by the dawn of the 21st century, there were four separate definitions of the term which appeared to be in use:\n\nThe first of these uses the term to refer to \"anybody who contacts a spirit world while in an altered state of consciousness\".\nThe second definition limits the term to refer to those who contact a spirit world while in an altered state of consciousness at the behest of others.\nThe third definition attempts to distinguish shamans from other magicoreligious specialists who are believed to contact spirits, such as \"mediums\", \"witch doctors\", \"spiritual healers\" or \"prophets,\" by claiming that shamans undertake some particular technique not used by the others. (Problematically, scholars advocating the third view have failed to agree on what the defining technique should be.)\nThe fourth definition identified by Hutton uses \"shamanism\" to refer to the Indigenous religions of Siberia and neighboring parts of Asia.[20] According to the Golomt Center for Shamanic Studies, a Mongolian organization of shamans, the Evenk word shaman would more accurately be translated as \"priest\".[21]\nAccording to the Oxford English Dictionary, a shaman (/ˈʃɑːmən/ SHAH-men, /ˈʃæmən/ or /ˈʃeɪmən/)[22] is someone who is regarded as having access to, and influence in, the world of benevolent and malevolent spirits, who typically enters into a trance state during a ritual, and practices divination and healing.[1][22] The word \"shaman\" probably originates from the Tungusic Evenki language of North Asia. According to Juha Janhunen, \"the word is attested in all of the Tungusic idioms\" such as Negidal, Lamut, Udehe/Orochi, Nanai, Ilcha, Orok, Manchu and Ulcha, and \"nothing seems to contradict the assumption that the meaning 'shaman' also derives from Proto-Tungusic\" and may have roots that extend back in time at least two millennia.[23] The term was introduced to the west after Russian forces conquered the shamanistic Khanate of Kazan in 1552.\n\nThe term \"shamanism\" was first applied by Western anthropologists as outside observers of the ancient religion of the Turks and Mongols, as well as those of the neighbouring Tungusic- and Samoyedic-speaking peoples. Upon observing more religious traditions around the world, some Western anthropologists began to also use the term in a very broad sense. The term was used to describe unrelated magicoreligious practices found within the ethnic religions of other parts of Asia, Africa, Australasia and even completely unrelated parts of the Americas, as they believed these practices to be similar to one another.[24] While the term has been incorrectly applied by cultural outsiders to many Indigenous spiritual practices, the words “shaman” and “shamanism” do not accurately describe the variety and complexity that is Indigenous spirituality. Each nation and tribe has its own way of life, and uses terms in their own languages.[25]", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1. Terms related to the word shaman include the following: a practitioner, priest of the Devil, a wandering monastic or holy figure, devil, shamanka, priest, magicoreligious specialists, mediums, witch doctors, spiritual healers, or prophets.\n2. Scholars, anthropologists, archeologists, historians, religious studies scholars, philosophers, psychologists, and non-Indigenous Westerners such as hippies, have had a shared interest in shamanism. ", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Please give me recommendations for fiction books to help me through a midlife crisis. Don't give me a synopsis, I want to be surprised. Just tell me the author and year it was published.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "I'm sorry to hear you are going through a midlife crisis. Here are some fiction books that may help you through this:\n\n- That Old Cape Magic by Richard Russo, published in 2009\n- Straight Man by Richard Russo, published in 1997\n- It's a Wonderful Midlife Crisis by Robyn Peterman, published in 2020\n- Betwixt by Darynda Jones, published in 2020\n- The Understudy by David Nicholls, published in 2005\n- The Mermaid Chair by Sue Monk Kidd, published in 2004\n- Steppenwolf by Hermann Hesse, published in 1927", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "What principles does the following text say are applied during financial management?\n\nMeaning of Financial Management\nFinancial Management means planning, organizing, directing and controlling the financial activities such as procurement and utilization of funds of the enterprise. It means applying general management principles to financial resources of the enterprise.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "The text says that general management principles are applied during financial management.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a short story (< 5 paragraphs) for kindergarten children about a teacher that could become invisible. Make it funny and entertaining", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Once upon a time, there was a kindergarten teacher named Mrs. Jones who had a very special power. She could turn invisible! Mrs. Jones used her power to play all sorts of fun and funny tricks on her students.\n\nOne day, Mrs. Jones was teaching her class about the solar system. She was standing in front of the class, holding up a globe of the Earth, when she suddenly turned invisible. The students were shocked! They couldn't believe their eyes. They all started to laugh and point at the space where Mrs. Jones had been standing. Mrs. Jones laughed too. She had a lot of fun playing tricks on her students. She would turn invisible and walk around the classroom, or she would hide behind a chair and pop out when they least expected it. The students loved it! They thought it was the funniest thing ever.\n\nOne day, Mrs. Jones decided to play a big trick on her students. She turned invisible and hid in the closet. When the students came into the classroom, they couldn't find her anywhere. They looked all over the room, but they couldn't find her.\n\nFinally, they gave up and one student named Starla went to the front of the class and pretended to be Mrs. Jones. She gave the students coloring pages to do and said she would give them all grades on the work they did. But then, they heard a noise coming from the closet. They all turned around and saw the closet door slowly open. Mrs. Jones suddenly appeared in front of the closet. The students screamed at first, but then when they saw their teacher they started laughing. \"Because you were all such great students,\" said Mrs. Jones, today we will have an extended recess! All the kids cheered at this. Recess was their favorite part of the day. \n\nMrs. Jones used her power to play all sorts of fun and funny tricks on her students. She made learning fun, and the students loved her.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a step-by-step guide on how to make a pizza from scratch, write the ingredients and their measurements at the top.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "1 yeast packet\n1 teaspoon of salt\n1 teaspoon of sugar\n2 tablespoons of vegetable oil\nTomato Passata\nCheese\n400 grams of flour\n\nStep 1: Preheat the oven to around 200°C-220°C.\n\nStep 2: Weigh out the flour in a bowl on a scale, then add the yeast, sugar, and salt and mix them well. \n\nStep 3: Make a hole in the centre of the mixture, then add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.\n\nStep 4: Add a quarter of a cup of water into the hole, and then mix it into the mixture to create dough.\n\nStep 5: Sprinkle flour liberally onto a surface and then tip the dough out onto it. Roll the dough in the flour and then knead it for a minute, or until it is smooth.\n\nStep 6: Leave the dough to rise under a bowl for 10-15 minutes.\n\nStep 7: Separate the dough into two equal balls, set one in the refrigerator.\n\nStep 8: Start squishing the dough into a pizza shape, cupping your fingers to make the edge more round, and pushing down with your palm to compress it into shape. When the dough is thin enough you can pick it up and spin it in your hands to stretch it out.\n\nStep 9: Once in shape, transfer the dough onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper.\n\nStep 10: Using a spoon, spread the tomato passata out on the dough. Then, grate the cheese and sprinkle it on top of the passata. Use enough cheese to cover the passata, but don't use too much to avoid the pizza becoming soggy.\n\nStep 11: Put the pizza onto the middle shelf of the oven, then set a timer for 15 minutes.\n\nStep 12: Check that the pizza is cooked fully, then remove it from the oven and cut it into 8 pieces. Wait a few minutes before eating as it may still be hot.\n", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "I want to get a pet bird. What are some birds that make good pets? Tell me how big each gets in inches.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Here is a list of birds that make good pets:\n\n1. Budgies - Budgies, also known as parakeets, are friendly and affectionate birds that are great at being trained and can even learn to talk. Budgies are generally about 6 to 8 inches in length.\n2. Cockatiels - Cockatiels are another friendly and affectionate type of bird that is incredibly intelligent and tend to whistle and mimic common household noises. They generally are about 12 to 13 inches in length.\n3. Doves - While most people think of doves as being wild, they are actually sweet and gentle birds that can be easily trained. They are usually about 11 to 13 inches in length.\n4. Parrotlets - Parrotlets usually have big personalities and love to play and socialize. They tend to be around 4 to 5 inches in length.\n5. Green-Cheeked Conure - Green-cheeked conures love to spend time with their owners and tend to be intelligent and playful birds. They are generally 10 to 11 inches in length.\n6. Canaries - The canaries are friendly and cheerful birds that are easily trained and cared for, though they don't usually care for heavy handling. Canaries are usually 5 to 8 inches in length.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write a silly rhyming Dr Seuss style song about Cheesy Chester, a boy who loved cheese and shared his love and passion for cheese with the world. Bad ending", "role": "user" }, { "content": "[INTRO]\n\nCheesy Chester was a boy from Dairyville who really, really, loved cheese.\nHe’d always look forward to the next time eating it, and used manners like ‘please’.\n\nCheesy Chester was a dairy fan, with always a block of the stuff in view.\nHe ate so many cheesy puffs that his fingertips were stained with an orange hue!\n\n[CHORUS]\n\nMonterrey, Colby, Pepper Jack, and Swiss\nThey sounded, to him, like pure bliss.\n\nGouda, White, American, and Cheddar\nThe magic coagulation of milk, there’s nothing better!\n\n[VERSE]\n\nCheesy Chester was born and raised with some cheese in his milk bottle,\nAnd when he was an infant, he’d eat whole blocks and waddle.\n\nShredded cheese was his confetti, and his cakes were made of cheese cream,\nAny party he ever held was always cheese-themed.\n\n[CHORUS]\n\nMonterrey, Colby, Pepper Jack, and Swiss\nThey sounded, to him, like pure bliss.\n\nGouda, White, American, and Cheddar\nThe magic coagulation of milk, there’s nothing better!\n\n[OUTRO]\n\nCheesy Chester grew big and tall, a handsome businessman.\nHe’d opened up businesses and capitalized on being a cheese fan.\n\nBut alas, at one of his fancy events, his greasy body dropped.\nHis poor arteries were so blocked that his old heart just stopped.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Write me a small article about why electric cars may take over.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "Electric cars have been around for quite a long time now and we see more and more on the road, with some having autonomous driving. Some people are petrified by the fact that a car can drive itself but currently, we are seeing more and more intelligence being portrayed by self-driving cars day in and day out. Many companies are switching their business model to only selling electric cars such as Jaguar which plans to sell only electric cars from 2025 and Volvo from 2030. Will people start to just accept electric cars as more are rolled out? Well, first, the power is no joke and won't be a problem for a lot of people as some standard electric cars put up a fight against many hypercars. A lot of people hate electric cars because they are significantly different from petrol or diesel cars, such as not producing sounds while driving the car. Some electric manufacturers have tried to fix this issue by playing sounds through a speaker which has left some petrolheads in stitches. While some people do hate it, many have come to accept it and see it as the future. Whether or not you like electric cars, they will be more beneficial for the environment and may be cheaper to run in the long term.", "role": "assistant" } ]

[ { "content": "Please give a brief description of the George Washington cherry tree story.", "role": "user" }, { "content": "In the original story of the cherry tree myth, George Washington was 6 years old when he damaged his father's cherry tree after receiving a hatchet as a gift. When confronted, George Washington said \"I cannot tell a lie...I did cut it with my hatchet.\" His father delighted in his son's honesty and embraced him. The story was invented by Mason Lock Weems and was included in the fifth edition of his biography of Washington titled 'The Life of Washington,' published in 1806.", "role": "assistant" } ]