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A carved wooden relief depicts a lone individual standing on a cliff, gazing at a vast expanse with rolling hills, a winding river, and a distant horizon. The night sky above is filled with intricately carved stars, symbolizing both the minuteness and connectedness of human existence within the cosmos.

My Almost Complete Lack of Importance – 7 Takeaways No. 213

Have hope. Connect with real people. Share your appreciation. Choose to think. You don’t matter, but you do. Another algorithm casualty. Choosing growth.

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Democracy Is Not a Panacea – 7 Takeaways No. 205

Democracy. Fear. Cancel. Reality. Nuance. Dumb. Consequences.

A woodcutting-style illustration featuring a large speech bubble in the center that says 'Yes!' surrounded by smaller speech bubbles. The smaller speech bubbles contain words like 'yes', 'of course', 'I agree', and similar phrases of agreement.

Trapped in Digital Echo Chambers – 7 Takeaways No. 198

Fighting misinformation. Quiet kindness. Digital echo chambers. Be the example. Speaking truth. Creativity. What a coincidence!

An adult middle-aged male is inside a large, transparent bubble, focusing intently on a computer screen in front of him. The computer screen prominently displays the word "NEWS?" in bold letters, with a question mark, suggesting a theme of inquiry or skepticism. The setting is serene and somewhat futuristic, emphasizing the concept of isolation or being in one's own space while staying connected to the outside world. The man wears casual attire, suggesting a comfortable yet engaged demeanor. The bubble and the man are illuminated by the soft glow of the computer screen, casting subtle reflections and highlights around the bubble's interior. The background is blurred, focusing attention on the man, the bubble, and the computer screen. The overall mood is one of contemplation and curiosity.

Everyone Inhabits A News Bubble – 7 Takeaways No. 171

We’re all more comfortable in our bubble. Scandal trumps boring old truth. Some things that don’t work. More AI impact. Suffering fools. Tabloids & royal conspiracies. Sharing wisdom.

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Set Fire To Your Hair Anyway – 7 Takeaways No. 164

Money, Emotions, Bad News, What we care about, How everyone hates “the algorithm”, and more.

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

Shovel Shit Every Once in a While – 7 Takeaways No. 51 – November 28, 2021

Gratitude. Algorithms. Pain. Rumors. Black Friday. News. Omicron.