Progress Archives - 7 Takeaways

A lone figure standing at the edge of a vast landscape with a mountain range in the distance, gazing toward the horizon. The figure is small against the immensity, suggesting that what lies ahead is always bigger than what's been reached.

There Is No End to the Desiring – 7 Takeaways No. 271

Can’t get no satisfaction. Time after time. You’re so vain. Think for yourself. Freedom of choice. Respect. What a wonderful world.

A medieval scribe at a table carefully writing a book.

Writing That’s Thoughtfully Crafted – 7 Takeaways No. 225

Too old? Find joy. Artisanal writing. Increased expectations. Your responsibility. Judging others. Making good new things.

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Our Eyes Routinely Deceive Us – 7 Takeaways No. 203

Simplistic thinking. Reality meets fiction. Perpetual discontent. Cynicism ain’t smart. Visual deception. Us versus them. Changing their minds.

A detailed woodcutting-style image of a fountain spewing millions of pennies into the air.

No One Uses the Pennies We Mint – 7 Takeaways No. 196

Having an opinion. Moral decline, not. Men & women. Do you even need a purpose? Own the place. The silly penny. Jack of all trades.

A young girl dancing on a giant Dorito. The girl is joyful, mid-dance, with her arms raised and a big smile. The Dorito is floating in a whimsical, colorful background with a light, playful atmosphere. The girl's outfit is bright and fun, with flowing fabric that moves as she dances. The scene is vibrant and energetic, capturing the fun and spontaneity of the moment.

A Digital Dorito – 7 Takeaways No. 185

Warning labels. Why so serious? Is there a point? Social media as junk food. (Dis)trusting your memory. Regrets, I’ve had a few. Annoying change.

A desktop computer set on a desk in an office environment, wearing a dunce cap.

They Don’t Actually Know Anything – 7 Takeaways No. 175

There’s no right way to parent. Why so serious? Perhaps bad habits serve a purpose. New tech? We’ve been here before. Being a grownup. AI is dumb. Misinformed about misinformation.

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

10 Feet of Progress Each Day — 7 Takeaways No. 65

Problems, Storytelling, Work, Progress, Choices, Perspective, History, Unpredictability.