The author reflects on personal emancipation and the dual nature of AI, advocating for building tools that serve community needs amidst systemic challenges.
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5.3Builders and Predators
2026-01-25 • activism commentary democracy social issues
The post highlights the struggle between 'Builders' who uphold democracy and 'Predators' who threaten it, urging collective action against oppression.
5Void to voice
2026-01-02 • blogging politics personal development communication
The author contemplates the significance of blogging as a genuine dialogue in politics and expresses a desire to return to writing for personal clarity and exploration.
0The light we carry
2025-04-19 • reflection philosophy design futures market storytelling
The author reflects on the purpose of their work, emphasizing the importance of leaving a positive impact and helping others navigate through complexity. They express a desire to transform complexity into clarity and believe in th...
The text discusses the concept of impermanence and how it is the nature of existence. It emphasizes the importance of embracing change and being resilient in a constantly changing world. It also touches on the role of design in sh...
The author reflects on the impact of technology on creativity and shares their experience of creating a new blog with a more minimalist and efficient approach. They discuss the transition from a resource-consuming website to a sta...
The text discusses the importance of continuous learning and personal growth in one's career. It emphasizes the need to recognize when it's time to move on from a job that does not support growth and the value of investing in lear...
The text discusses the importance of continuous learning and personal growth in one's career. It emphasizes the need to recognize when it's time to move on from a job and seek new opportunities for growth. The author shares their ...
The author discusses the limitations of using WordPress for blogging and the need for a more efficient and future-proof platform. He shares his experience with WordPress and the issues he faced with hosting and maintenance. The au...
The author discusses the limitations of using WordPress for blogging and the need for a more efficient and future-proof platform. He shares his experience with WordPress and the issues he faced with hosting and maintenance. The au...
0Ways and Means
2024-05-24 •
The author reflects on their past work in political design and their current work in product leadership. They discuss their long-term vision and desire to build tools for sustainable futures.
The author reflects on their past work in politics and public interest design, and their current focus on product leadership. They discuss the Ways and Means committee and their journey towards product, emphasizing the importance ...
0Restarting, again
2024-05-10 •
The author discusses their struggles with impostor syndrome and the pressure to be perfect, and their decision to restart blogging as a personal experiment to document their projects and share their stories. They mention a talk by...
0Restarting, again
2024-05-10 • blogging inspiration publishing
The author discusses their struggles with impostor syndrome and the pressure to be perfect, and their decision to restart blogging as a personal experiment to document their projects and share their stories. They mention a talk by...
0Wor(l)dsmith
2021-01-28 •
The text discusses the historic inauguration of the Biden-Harris administration and the remarkable poetry recited by Amanda Gorman, highlighting her talent and potential to bring about positive change. It emphasizes the power of w...
0Wor(l)dsmith
2021-01-28 • poetry futures market inauguration day empowerment
The text discusses the historic inauguration of the Biden-Harris administration and the remarkable poetry recited by Amanda Gorman. It reflects on the impact of her powerful words and the potential for creating desirable futures t...
0About moving on
2021-01-21 •
The author reflects on their decision to resign from their job and move on to a new opportunity, despite facing uncertainty and challenges. They express gratitude for the positive experiences and learnings from their previous job,...
0About moving on
2021-01-21 • career development gratitude resignation
The author reflects on their decision to resign from their job and move on to a new opportunity, despite facing uncertainty and challenges. They express gratitude for the positive experiences and learnings from their previous job,...
0When you know better, you do better
2021-01-15 •
The author reflects on the cultural differences in how Americans and the French view failure, and the importance of knowledge in the design process. They are inspired by a quote from Maya Angelou and feel a sense of urgency to lea...
The author reflects on the cultural differences in how Americans and the French view failure, and the importance of knowledge in the design process. They are inspired by a quote from Maya Angelou and feel a sense of urgency to lea...
0Reboo(s)t
2021-01-07 •
The author reflects on the challenges faced during the pandemic and the realization of their identity as a non-visual designer, finding inspiration to continue their creative journey.
0Reboo(s)t
2021-01-07 • technology philosophy design epidemics and pandemics
The author reflects on the challenges faced during the pandemic and the realization of their identity as a non-visual designer, finding inspiration to continue their creative journey.
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