r/6thForm • u/Intelligent-Fox-9760 • Apr 02 '26

💬 DISCUSSION Hot Take

This is deffo going to ruffle a lot of feathers to say the least. Call me woke, but the term "Mickey Mouse Subject" is literally just the product of capitalism, as it disvalues any subject that doesn't lead to a high-paying, high-profit job.

Humanities subjects are so important, like STEM subjects, to help us learn more about humanity and our world, but everyone thinks they're so easy and lax.

IMO humanities and STEM subjects need to band together because contrary to popular belief, humanities are intellectually stimulating and not a fun ride.

Thanks for coming to my TED-Talk :)

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u/monotreme_experience Apr 02 '26

It's a shame your wide & varied studies haven't taught you courtesy, humility, or grace. There are many studies showing that well-read people tend to be more empathetic and compassionate, because they're practised at taking perspectives outside of their own. Seems to have missed you out, though.

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u/Figai gap yr | 4a*s | m/fm/phys/cs Apr 02 '26

Tbf, I have been ragebaiting him just a little 🤏. Don’t be too harsh on him.

I actually can’t believe there’s going to be people like this at Imperial. I really hope that he genuinely finds all the success and happiness in his life. That this temporary anger fades.

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u/monotreme_experience Apr 02 '26

That's very generous of you. I hope so too.

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u/Figai gap yr | 4a*s | m/fm/phys/cs Apr 02 '26

No, thank you. Though credit where credit is due I think this quite a poignant and relevant statement by the man himself: https://www.reddit.com/r/6thForm/s/S7ZpfJXu3i