I like others to give me nicknames, like in one of my philosophy clubs I was dubbed, "The evil and morally bankrupt sad little man.", which they shortened to, "Plotting evil".

Also, when I do things I do them quietly and impishly. When I do Parkour I am very quite and discrete about it like a shrugging shadow moving across the earth. Night runs are fun and even better barefoot [I just have to look out for glass and whatnot]

I digressed... I guess what I am trying to say is that earning a nickname is much better than self-proclaimed titles. It becomes much more personal. 

This is very interesting. Is there one for parents and guardians?

A poem of mine, but it originally was a quote that I made.

Stigmata
~~~~~
There is an inequity which comes in an apparition of the masses. It carries a shrieking ripple of tyrannized vocality intent on piercing the heart of a unimpeachable girl; corrupted by excellence of shackled dreams. And when the occasion arises she is able to leer at the smoldering malice inside causing a sensation of burning ice. Little by little, undertaking a vow of humility, she no longer has to be obliged and concealed from revelation.

Well, the world is in a state of contradiction the world looks down on one being a 'slut' however, we also glamorize them with self-esteem and marketing. I definately agree with your point of the 'severe perversion' the internet and technology has drastically made pornography the largest [or one of the largest] commercialization of the world.
Your point on the sex slave trade is invalid because a slave has no choice in the matter of what they do to their bodies, they are trapped. I'm trying to focus on those that have a choice of behaving and acting promiscuous.  


You seem to believe that perspective is subjective. It really isn't, nor can you make the claim that this question can be answered by being metaphysically subjective. Your perception of romance is subjective, however the reasons why romance to you is romance is objective. It is the critics job to break both the metaphysical subjectivity and epistemological objectiveness and make a reasonable measure and analysis of the original question, "Is romance dead?"

Your comment is very insightful and of course necessary, however it fails to really answer or define what needs to be defined.
Romance (by Webster's dictionary): A feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love.
We must then define what 'love' is and why is it associated with excitement and mystery or at the very least, what makes it so exciting and mysterious?
And afterward, "Does the world lack this feeling?"
The most important thing to answer is if we say yes, "How can we 'fix' this 'problematic situation?"

~:More to come:~

I am going to have to disagree with you. Yes, there has always been a emphasis on physically beauty, however there was very very little emphasis on sex appeal throughout time. Culturally discussing topics on sex and exploiting sexual attraction was a huge taboo. Though, culture changes and the rise of marketing, advertisements, and normative changes increased the amount of 'sexualization' we see today.
The fact is that back then sluts and prostitutes were severely looked down upon, it seems today that is one of the modal personalities of U.S. culture.
 

You aren't clearly defining 'love' you are just an example of what 'love' can pertain towards.

You can find all of my poems here:
http://jake-of-all-trades.deviantart.com/

I don't like critiquing others works of art because I don't really know how to do so in a coherent manner.

"What is love?" This is the question that must be answered before we actually delve deeper into the application of love to the world.

*The superhero Rorschach from the comic Watchmen was created because of the creators own laziness. In-fact he though it was the easiest character to create because all he had to do was make Rorschach's hat and? mold the face and body?
*The Martial art TaeKwonDo has two branches of federations. The ITF(International TaeKwonDo Federation), and the WTF (World TaeKwonDo Federation). The ITF is practical in an actual self-defense art, while the WTF emphasizes on TKD being a sport rather a way to defend ones self?
*Harriet Tubman suffered from insomnia and psychological repression because of her childhood? She had brain surgery on her without anesthesia?
*The longest novels ever written in Latin were Madeleine and Georges de Scudéry, Artamène. Which consists of 2 Million words?
*Another name for the numerical condition 'Phi' is? called the golden ratio?
*The Greek letter 'Sigma' has the numerical value of 200.47611?
*The mythological creature the 'phoenix' is a iconic symbol for over 67 countries?
*The most abundant mineral on earth is quartz, it's made of lattice and silica. Density of 2.7g/cm3 and rates a 7 on the Mohs scale?
*The 'codes' of architecture are
Durability - it should stand up robustly and remain in good condition.
Utility - it should be useful and function well for the people using it.
Beauty - it should delight people and raise their spirits?

Pure ace.

No, I am saying that 'love' can just be biological, only serving to be reinforcement to mating and serves no real purpose other than survival of the species.

I did Tae Kwon do with my brother I got to 1st Dan before I had to stop for financial and time restrictions. I also did at the same time Judo to add on my studies. http://www.hwangs.us/home.htm

I learned Muy Thai for about a year and a half from my friend's dad.

I really want to follow Bruce Lee's Jeet Kun Do, however, I find that none of the two schools really teach what Bruce Lee really preached, so I am very reluctant on doing so.

I am going to try to dissect this as much as possible.
"a large part romance the acctual love"

'Love'; it is a very powerful and misconceived word. In-fact I believe that modern day society has lost the true meaning of what 'love' is just like words such as 'hero'. Now, I am not saying that I have any real authority upon this matter of 'love' I am merely just putting some theories out there.
Love can be based upon several things:
A) Biological and physiological processes of sensations and perceptions.
B) Psychological theory of the three styles of 'love'.
C) Merging the two philosophical branches of epistemology and metaphysics.
D) Socialization of 'love'.

Biologically: The feeling of 'love' is produced by the firing of dopamine neurotransmitter which is in our pleasure pathways. Also, it is caused by oxytocin; a peptides hormone that creates a feeling attachment which is released with hugs, breastfeeding, and orgasms. It acts as a huge reinforcement to mate.

Psychologically: There are three styles of 'love' - 
* Intimacy: Closeness to, and liking of, the other person.
* Passion: Intense longing and physiological arousal. Ecstasy on reciprocation, despair on rejection.
* Commitment: The readiness to do anything for the sake of the 'love'.

These can be combined to make seven styles of 'love':
* Liking: Intimacy alone
* Infatuation: Passion alone
* Empty 'love': Commitment alone
* Romantic 'love': Passion + Intimacy.
* Companionate love: Intimacy + Commitment
* Fatuous 'love': Passion + Commitment
* Consummate love: Intimacy + Passion + Commitment

There are types of 'love games' that are played on several stages, individuals usually prefer a particular mode:
* Eros: Passionate and physical. Looks are important.
* Ludus: 'Love' as a non-serious game. Harm is not intended but often happens.
* Storge: Slow-growing, evolving out of friendship and affection. Similarity is important.
* Pragma: Commonsense and pragmatic. Known conditions must be met.
* Mania: An emotional roller-coaster. Stereotyped romantic 'love'.
* Agape: Unselfish and giving. Spiritual and other-focused.

Two psychologists reduced 'love' into three prototypical forms:
*  Romantic 'love'
* A child’s 'love' for a parent
* A parent’s 'love' for a child

Philosophically: In order to 'love' someone, both people must first accept imperfections and things about the other that ultimately with destroy their relationships. Then they must accept that these flaws will always exist to some extent.
After that, they must come to a mutual agreement that each person will suffer each others imperfections. Still, each person must then overcome each flaw.
Lastly, both persons must still find happiness though out all of this.

That is true 'love'. It is painful yet warm. It is truly a paradox that both must cope with.
This is why 'love' is such a strong emotion and ideal. It isn't easy to do or maintain.
[Sorry, I half-arsed the philosophical approach because I want to edit and expand it later. I know, I didn't explain what 'love' is or whatnot, but rather explained a process of 'love'.]

Socialization of 'Love': In America and modern day society we are live in such a contradictory state of life. We shun pre-marital sex, looking like sluts, and the like. And yet, this is what most of us base our preference on attraction upon. Not to mention look at all of the marketing and advertisements; sex appeal. Look at your peers, dressing in short, tight, and revealing clothing. Music such as rap about getting laid and having sex. It is all around us, we shun it and yet, it is so important to our lives that we make sort of a religion out of it.
It isn't just the contradiction of our state of mind, but also I believe that we as people are hasty to the meaning of 'love'. Just look at all of the young adults and their 'boyfriends/girlfriends' I constantly hear "I 'love' you" and yet, their relationship seems like a joke, perhaps a veil or just following the norms of society. A HUGE contradiction, don't you think?

Conclusion?
And we wonder, 'where has all the 'love' gone?'
It is the complete ignorance and universal illiteracy that has significantly destroyed the meaning of 'love' and romance. We very quickly believe that mere lust and appreciation is really 'love'. I am not saying that all 'love' and romance is gone from the world. I just believe it is severely reduced and very watered down due to the growing popularity of being universally illiterate being passed to the next generations.

I am not done at all, there is much more to be said this is a rough outline so criticism is welcomed.

I think you are having the same problem as me which is that you have to untuck your legs when completing the flip. If you don't all of the impact is on your tucked body, which can't really be good. Just keep trying to untuck your legs when landing, of course this should be done on a very soft surface such as a bed or in a gym.

Yes, DO stay away from heights!
Safety first and last!

Check out the FAQ:
http://www.americanparkour.com/content/section/6/417/
The FAQ has great advice for where to begin.

Practice rolling and landing techniques before anything else, being able to keep yourself safe is the most important thing.
Condition with work outs Push-ups, Muscle-ups, L-sits, and mile runs are great ways to improve on strength, stamina, and proper technique.

Hello! Welcome to APK Forums.
Start off with learning proper rolling and landing techniques, stay away from heights.

Condition regularly with push-ups, L-sits, Muscle-ups, and mile runs.

Read the FAQ for helpful beginners tips and advice:
http://www.americanparkour.com/content/section/6/417/

Bigb has the right idea. Start off with landing and rolling techniques.

Do conditioning as well such as push-ups, L-sits, Muscle-ups, and mile runs.

First and foremost; Welcome to APK Forums!
Starting off can be very confusing it seems like a lot to take in, however if you do it one step at a time you will progress in the speed that you should progress.
I suggest reading the FAQ, it has useful information about Parkour and where to start:
http://www.americanparkour.com/content/section/6/417/

I suggest for warm-ups the APK Work out of the Day[WoD]:
http://www.americanparkour.com/content/category/12/37/385/

In addition to the WoD do conditioning such as push-ups, muscle-ups, L-sits, mile runs, and breathing techniques.
When you first start out on practicing Parkour focus on learning the roll and proper landing techniques, stay off heights for now just drill the roll and landing on soft flat surfaces.

Good luck on your training.

Welcome to APK Forums, if you have any question at all please feel free to ask.

Movements with flowing
The art we call our own
Such a great feeling

Day and throughout night
Train to get better
Excellence for me

Relax for a while
Calm mind and body
Balance is the key

Sunny day is fun
Flying with the birds
Hope it doesn't rain

Aesthetic movement
Deep and enriching for souls
Vision of children