Moral luck influences how societal expectations affect individuals, particularly those with neurodiversity, highlighting the need for acceptance of diverse paths in life.
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The author reflects on their recent DIY workshop experience, sharing lessons learned about time management, preparation, and participant engagement. Key points include the importance of clear instructions, managing technical issue...
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4.7Beyond the surface
2025-09-20 • reflection art training personal development youth
The author reflects on their experience at the Crafting Reality training course in Carei, Romania, which focuses on using art and non-formal education to enhance the wellbeing of youth workers and the young people they support. Th...
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4Why so serious?
2025-09-06 • blogging writing creative expression
The author reflects on the seriousness with which they approach their blog, questioning the need for meticulous editing and structure. They express a desire to treat blog posts more like casual emails rather than formal essays, em...
3.7Random Revelations
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The author reflects on their skepticism towards AI, particularly ChatGPT, and shares an excerpt from a conversation with the AI. The dialogue explores the AI's use of first-person language, its purpose, and the nature of human emo...
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0You have the compass
2025-02-18 • life philosophy empowerment
The text discusses the importance of following one's inner compass and not being swayed by the opinions of others. It emphasizes the need to trust oneself and make decisions based on personal values and beliefs.
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0Will and wants
2024-09-21 •
The blog post is a philosophical exploration of identity, will, and wants, inspired by a conversation with a friend who is a mathematician and classical literature graduate. The author discusses the complexity of understanding one...
0Dear alien: don't judge too quickly
2024-09-07 •
The post discusses the disappointment an alien would face when trying things like food, drink, and love on Earth. It emphasizes not to judge too quickly and to give things another chance. The author also touches on the wisdom of t...
0Nothing in life
2024-07-12 •
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05 ways to put up with a society you don't like
2024-07-03 •
The blog post discusses five ways to deal with a society you don't like, including becoming influential, gaining financial freedom, living a simple life, or completely disconnecting from society. The author explores the challenges...
0Redefine importance
2024-06-27 •
The blog post discusses the importance of re-evaluating past actions rather than constantly creating new to-do lists. It emphasizes the value of making decisions based on the most information available, which often comes at the en...
0Life is nonurgent
2024-06-17 •
The author reflects on the concept of urgency in life, emphasizing the importance of slowing down and being mindful instead of constantly feeling the need to do more. They discuss the idea that nothing is truly urgent or important...
0Living is urgent
2024-06-16 •
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0When I die
2024-05-30 •
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0Wait but why
2024-05-06 •
The author reflects on the writing style of Tim Urban and discusses the importance of editing in personal blogs. They explore reasons to edit less and the balance between making writing easy to read and maintaining authenticity. T...
0Reactions: where the mind cries, the soul laughs
2024-04-30 •
The author shares a funny anecdote about a school sign and reflects on the different reactions people can have to the same situation. They discuss the impact of perspective and the choice between worrying and laughing at life.