Pain Archives - 7 Takeaways

two people talking with one holding up their hand palm forward to say "no"

A Good No Is an Act of Self-respect – 7 Takeaways No. 273

Everyone hurts. Waiting for happiness. AI fear. All or nothing. Unforgivable reality. Pessimism is a cop-out. Just say no.

A party of laughing people boarding a ship named "S.S. One Way"

We Should Live Our Lives Wrapped in Humor – 7 Takeaways No. 272

Good dog. The devil you know. AI doesn’t care. Aging should be fun[ny]. Embrace the suck. The world is scary. You know less than you think.

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.

A digital painting of a person in a chaotic environment, symbolizing the embrace of chaos. The person stands confidently in the center, with a relaxed posture and a slight smile, indicating their acceptance and control amidst the chaos. Around them, a whirlwind of abstract, swirling colors and shapes represent chaos. The colors are vibrant and intense, with reds, blues, and greens clashing and blending in a dynamic and disorderly fashion. Papers and objects appear to be caught in the tumultuous wind, adding to the sense of disarray. The background is a blur of motion and energy, further emphasizing the theme of chaos. The composition is dynamic, with a sense of movement and fluidity.

Learn To Embrace Chaos – 7 Takeaways No. 160

Thinking, boredom, choices & uncertainty, Tolstoy’s thoughts on social media, and more.

Fencing the Digital Ocean – 7 Takeaways No. 125

Truth, Hope, Social Media, AI, Luck, Pain, Persistence, Opinions

Screen Apnea — 7 Takeaways No. 117

Breathe, Free Speech, Writing, Habits, Reincarnation, Pain, Names

A Little Light Mind Control — 7 Takeaways No. 96

Focus, Pain, Attention, Mind Tricks, Memory, Friendship

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

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