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A cartoon image of a goofy looking duck, designed to illustrate the concept of not being normal. The duck should appear in a whimsical, exaggerated style, with quirky features such as mismatched colors, unusual patterns, and a funny expression, set against a simple background.

There Is No Such Thing As ‘Normal’ – 7 Takeaways No. 156

Fascism, Normal, Short-term Bullshit, Aging, Asymmetric Life, Irrelevancy, Adjacent Possible

An image in a popular animation style, depicting monks working on manuscripts in a medieval monastery. The scene is vibrant and colorful, with exaggerated features typical of animation. Monks in stylized robes are seen busily writing on manuscripts at wooden tables, illuminated by candlelight. The stone walls of the monastery are adorned with playful and integrated images of modern social media service logos, creating a fusion of the ancient and the contemporary.

We Can Go Back To The Dark Ages! – 7 Takeaways No. 155

Aging, Critical Thinking, Fear, Societal Regression, Revenge, Curiosity, Wisdom

A photorealistic image showing a diverse group of people engaged in a heated debate, each holding different social media icons like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc. They are in a setting that mimics a sports arena, with elements like cheering crowds and bright lights. In the background, there's a large electronic scoreboard vividly displaying social media metrics such as likes, shares, and comments, highlighting the competitive aspect of the debate. The atmosphere is intense, reflecting the dynamic and contentious nature of social media interactions.

Social Media Has Made Moralizing A Sport – 7 Takeaways No. 154

Solutions, AI, Randomness, Social Media, Gratitude, Progress, Cable News

A 16:9 photorealistic image depicting the concept of changing attention spans in the modern era. The image should show a person surrounded by various sources of modern distraction like smartphones, social media, and multiple digital screens displaying different content. The person appears to be multitasking, engaging with these devices, symbolizing the modern era of constant distraction. The background should reflect a busy, contemporary setting, possibly an urban environment or a tech-filled room, to emphasize the challenge of maintaining concentration amidst a plethora of digital stimuli. This scene represents the debate over whether shorter attention spans are a recent and negative trend or a complex evolution of human behavior.

A Short Step From Absorbed Reading To Ruin – 7 Takeaways No. 153

Persuasion, Curiosity, Tools, News, Attention, Election, Magic

A photorealistic scene depicting a conveyor belt delivering smartphones, each displaying a different selfie image. The smartphones are various models, modern and sleek, with clear, vibrant screens showing a range of selfie photos. Each selfie portrays different people, with various expressions and backgrounds, emphasizing diversity. The conveyor belt moves through a high-tech, modern environment, possibly a futuristic factory or a tech store, with soft, ambient lighting. The young girl from the previous scene is present, observing the smartphones with excitement and curiosity. She has brown hair, a medium complexion, and is wearing casual, contemporary clothes. The image has a 16:9 aspect ratio, capturing the dynamism and technological advancement of the scene.

Algorithms Act Like Conveyor Belts – 7 Takeaways No. 152

Gen Z, Social Media, Revenue, Sleep, Algorithms, Storytelling, ,Assumptions

A photorealistic image of an elderly Caucasian man sitting in a comfortable lounge chair on a serene beach. He has a modern laptop on his lap, suggesting he is working or staying connected while relaxing. In his hand is a refreshing drink, possibly a cocktail with a small umbrella, symbolizing leisure. The scene captures a blend of relaxation and productivity, with clear blue skies, gentle waves in the background, and soft sand underfoot. The setting sun casts a warm glow, adding to the tranquil atmosphere.

Never Retire – 7 Takeaways No. 151

Humility, Technology, Hope, Retirement, Self-care, Thinking, Extraordinary

Cartoon illustration of two corgis joyfully dancing together in a lush grassy meadow, with vibrant green grass beneath their feet and a clear blue sky overhead. The corgis have animated expressions of happiness and their tails

Maybe Only Our Pets Are Happy – 7 Takeaways No. 150

Happiness, Should, Connection, Proximity, Colonoscopy, Clickbait, Communication

Photo of two professors, one male with a beard and the other female with glasses, having a passionate discussion at the front of a large lecture hall. Behind them, a diverse group of college students watch with a mix of amusement and surprise. The atmosphere is light-hearted, resembling the animation style of popular animated movies.

The Suppression Of Viewpoint Diversity – 7 Takeaways No. 149

Hope, Choice, Risk, Distraction, Rituals, Cancel Culture, Savoring

Gentleman sitting at a table in Starbucks.

Coffee Shops Can Be Teachers – 7 Takeaways No. 148

Uncertainty, Truth, Criticism, Vaccine, Coffee Shops, Memory

Russian Nesting Dolls

Details All The Way Down – 7 Takeaways No. 147

Connection, Personalization, Beliefs, Details, Aging, Attention, Busyness