Anxiety Archives - 7 Takeaways

A professor in his university office. Displayed on his computer are the letters AI. The professor is shrugging because he doesn't know what happens next.

What Will Happen Next – 7 Takeaways No. 275

You probably think this is about you. History keeps repeating. So much uncertainty. Say what you think. Connection can happen online too. Anything could happen. AI in conversations.

a woman in a recliner in a home library smiling as she reads a book

Re-reading Something You Love – 7 Takeaways No. 248

Do the thing. Laundry cycle. Informed anxiety. Imperfection is gray. Anxiety as protection. Re-read something. Look for good news.

a cartoonish zombie emerging from a computer screen.

Zombies Wrecking Society – 7 Takeaways No. 242

Misunderstanding required. Purposeful longevity. I told you so. Google as zombie. Emotional exfoliation. Memes easy, thinking hard. Knowledge vs. understanding.

a young boy at a desk with a computer, books, and notepad in front of him while he stares out a nearby window at a bird on a tree branch.

Made to Be Distracted – 7 Takeaways No. 240

Stop complaining. What, me worry? Who your work is really for. No plan survives. Squirrel! Grabbing your attention. Beliefs vs. truths (fight!).

a classroom full of students each with laptops that clearly have ChatGPT on their screens. In the front of the class is a frustrated looking teacher.

They Don’t Have Original Thoughts – 7 Takeaways No. 238

Prediction anxiety. Make a decision. Wisdom comes from chaos. Worrying about decisions you’ll never need to make. Be the best geezer. The sound of silence. AI in the classroom.

A woodcut-style illustration depicting a chaotic crowd of people chasing each other in a circle around a roaring bonfire. Each person has exaggerated, wild expressions, with a mix of laughter, confusion, and madness. The bonfire is detailed with swirling flames and smoke, casting dramatic shadows. The surrounding area includes scattered objects like drums, masks, and overturned chairs, emphasizing the frenzied atmosphere.

Don’t Let the Crazies Make You Crazy – 7 Takeaways No. 206

Take a break. It’s all niche media. Gratitude has impact. Truth & Love. Giving feelings their due. Happiness increases over time. Resisting the crazies.

A grumpy-looking corgi sitting on a couch. The corgi has a displeased expression with narrowed eyes and a frown. The couch is in a cozy living room setting, with cushions and a coffee table nearby. The background includes a window showing a sunny day outside. The corgi's fur is fluffy and detailed, with shades of tan and white.

Grumpy and Stingy and Hard to Please – 7 Takeaways No. 181

The internet is doomed? Flexibility leads to enjoyment. Relationships matter. Your attitude matters. Your inner gremlin. Stuff happens. Looking for wisdom.

Almost Nothing Goes Precisely According To Plan – 7 Takeaways No. 143

Communication, Media, Anxiety, Mental Exercise, Kindness, Flexibility, Bullshit

All Of Our Days Are Numbered – 7 Takeaways No. 136

Optimization, Age, Beliefs, Skepticism, Anxiety, Death, Alone, Loss

Start Planning Experiments — 7 Takeaways No. 112

Now Knowing, Lies, Effort, Notes, Attention, Sleep, Experiments, Anxiety