My Areas of Interest

By Cade SHadowlight

   Between Shadows and Light.

This article follows up my previous article explaining my worldview (article link). It is an outline of my personal interests and activities. 

Academic Interests:

• History: I have a broad interest in past human events, cultures and societies.
• Military Science: I enjoy the study of warfare, including its history, strategy, tactics and technology.
• Technology / Electronics: I am currently trying to deepen my understanding of all aspects of technology, electronics computer science and AI. Also included is seeking a deeper understanding of technocracy, which I consider an existential threat (article link).
• Asian Studies: I have an strong interest in Asian culture, history and languages. I am currently learning Mandarin Chinese.

Natural Sciences:

• Nature Studies / Natural History: I enjoy learning about, observing and documenting natural phenomena, including plant and animal life.
• Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants: Combining nature with survival, looking at plants that can be used for food or health.
• Herbalism: The study of using plants for medicinal purposes.
• Earth Stewardship and Rewilding: Clean water, clean air, clean food, as well as protecting, restoring and maintaining natural habitats, from backyards to national parks and forests. Of particular interest to me are wetlands and mountain forests.

Fringe Science:

• Cryptozoology: I enjoy the study of animals whose modern existence is not yet proven (Bigfoot, Yowie, Nessie, thunderbirds, extant dinosaurs and so forth).
• Lost Civilizations: I have a fascination with ancient cultures that are thought to have disappeared or been forgotten.
• Lost or Hidden Knowledge: I have an interest in knowledge that might have been lost or suppressed over time.

Literature and Arts:

• Dark Literature / Gothic Horror: I enjoy literature, films, or art that evoke fear, dread, or gloom, often with supernatural elements. Examples include the writings of Edgar Allan Poe and the classic horror movies of the 1930s and 40s.
• Music: I have very eclectic tastes, including genres such as Goth, Cyberpunk, Folk Metal and Classical.

Active Lifestyle:

• Survivalism and Preparedness: Preparation for scenarios where modern conveniences might fail, focusing on self-reliance and developing useful skills.
• Gardening, Camping, Fishing, Hiking: Activities that connect me with nature, providing both relaxation and challenge.
• Running (5k, 10k, Trail Running): I seek a commitment to fitness, preferably in natural settings. I have run 5k and 10k races in the past. I am looking forward to doing so once again,
  now that I have beaten stage 4 colon cancer.

My Spiritual Life - Follower of The Way (John 14:6)

• Biblical and Apocryphal Studies: Exploring both canonical and non-canonical texts to deepen my relationship with Elohim (God in the plural - Father, Son, Spirit), and to better understand history and theology.
• Creation Science: Exploring scientific theories that align with Elohim (God) as the Creator.

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