The Mind is a Metaphor. A database of thousands of metaphors organized by category, like 18th century, Liquid, or Jacobite. It's maintained by University of Virginia English Professor Brad Pasanek.
posted to MetaFilter by shivohum at 6:06 PM on March 27, 2012 (19 comments)

The end of the world, in 14 days, according to Reddit.
posted to MetaFilter by Mr.Encyclopedia at 1:30 AM on January 15, 2012 (184 comments)

The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog
posted to Ask MetaFilter by raphael19 at 10:31 AM on May 22, 2010 (10 comments)

Unitarian Universalism - is it for atheists/non-theists/skeptics/secular humanists who want a sense of community, or is it really a gathering place for people of different faiths to find common ground?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by tom_g at 6:57 AM on February 28, 2006 (49 comments)

Metatextualityfilter: When it comes to reading philosophy, critical theory, and other forms of argumentative writing, what sort of active-reading methods or practices have you found successful?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by mikelly at 12:28 PM on January 16, 2006 (17 comments)

Favourite psychedelic / drug / shaman / consciousness related books? My brother met a shaman in South American and has given me his credit card and asked me to order him a bunch of books. Think Terence McKenna, Alex Grey, Alexander Shulgin, Carlos Castaneda, DMT, Ayahuasca... *Documentary/DVD recommendations welcome as well.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by mjao at 5:56 PM on March 10, 2009 (36 comments)

I shall walk into the wild maybe for a week or so, depending on the weather, blisters, etc. Who has recommendations for (relatively safe) *long* solitary walks in the U.S. or Canada? Specifically, I'm looking for a hike/trail/path that I can follow -- walking 7-10 hours a day, for 5-7 days in a row. No cell phone, no computer, no schedule. This would be a sort of annual retreat/walk/vacation/time-to-reset-my-body, that I'd like to do every year. Time to think, lose a few pounds, kick-up my metabolism, detox, chill out, regroup, spiritually recharge, etc. Assuming I don't want to carry a gun into the wild (to protect against critters or humans), where are some interesting, safe destinations??? I'm not a survivalist and I'm not looking for an adventure per se. Prefer a minimum of life-threatening hazards and/or 100+ degree temperatures or freezing nights.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by pallen123 at 6:25 PM on September 25, 2006 (23 comments)

How best to export a Journler diary?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by zenja72 at 6:18 PM on December 27, 2008 (5 comments)

Help a high school senior make the most out of AP English Literature.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by zenja72 at 4:55 PM on August 27, 2008 (21 comments)

Considering opening a computer repair store. Input desperately needed.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Phyltre at 1:13 PM on April 5, 2007 (19 comments)

Life-altering experiences. Can you point to a single experience in your life, as a child, which you can define as having contributed to the person you are today? (+)
posted to Ask MetaFilter by jeremias at 4:41 AM on February 2, 2005 (210 comments)

Give me examples of government services in the USA that have been privatized, and tell me if the service improved or got worse.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by zenja72 at 4:29 AM on November 25, 2007 (23 comments)

My 18 year old brother is graduating high school next week. I am compiling a book of "advice for living" for him as a grad gift. Does anyone have any good advice or anecdotes they would like to offer? Some suggested topics are Drugs, Being a Musician/Artist (he's an accomplished guitar player), Sex, Dating, Working, Money, Lifestyle, Cooking, Home Decorating, Women, Being a Man etc.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by evilcupcakes at 12:11 PM on June 10, 2005 (54 comments)

calling all journalers and listyourselfers: please give me good questions to ask myself once a year.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by mirileh at 5:34 AM on September 8, 2005 (7 comments)

My circle of friends all date a certain type of person. How do I convince them to accept me dating someone outside of the qualifications?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by zenja72 at 8:41 AM on July 10, 2007 (30 comments)

I (male) have a friend (female) who I'm really attracted to. After being vague I've cleared the air about it all and she's not looking for more. We really value the friendship so I'm not going anywhere and neither is she. Any suggestions for when I have the overwhelming urge to just kiss her?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by swiffa at 10:56 PM on July 9, 2007 (26 comments)

I'm thinking of buying an RC helicopter. I need some advice.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by the ghost of Ken Lay at 1:55 PM on May 16, 2007 (15 comments)

What's the deal with Photoreading?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by zenja72 at 4:24 PM on June 23, 2007 (11 comments)

If you have ever smoked, what story, event or argument finally convinced you to stop?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by cup at 5:55 PM on December 19, 2003 (35 comments)

Help a teenager make the most of his summer
posted to Ask MetaFilter by zenja72 at 8:45 AM on June 16, 2007 (35 comments)

Please help me find an art photograph of a portly white American man sitting on a park bench surrounded by starving Africans.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by 4ster at 10:50 AM on June 2, 2007 (4 comments)

How can I sent instant messengers discreetly while at work?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by silverstatue at 8:10 PM on June 1, 2007 (17 comments)

What is it really like to work at Wal-Mart?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by DMan at 4:15 PM on May 7, 2007 (22 comments)

Help me find a good game to play over the internet with my friends.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by zenja72 at 11:38 AM on May 6, 2007 (20 comments)

I will be participating in a Nerf gun war next Friday. What gun do I get??
posted to Ask MetaFilter by pinksoftsoap at 12:59 PM on May 5, 2007 (22 comments)

Does Laura Bush really smoke cigarettes? Did she ever? Did she quit then start again? Evidence please. I need to win, or at least start, a bar argument.
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Mister_A at 1:29 PM on April 25, 2007 (7 comments)

Can I set up archives, tagging and a search function on a tumblelog using Tumblr?
posted to Ask MetaFilter by Nugget at 9:21 AM on March 29, 2007 (5 comments)