If I could un-invent something, what would it be? “The real problem isn’t the invention. It’s us.” I have to … More
Tag: philosophy
You Benefited From the System. Why Are You Willing to Burn It Down?
I’ve been thinking a lot about why emotions so often crowd out facts, especially among people who should know better. … More
If I Started a Sports Team… The Science Behind My Mascot
This is today’s WordPress prompt:“If you started a sports team, what would the colors and mascot be?” At this point, … More
The Long Road to Seeing the World a Little Clearer
“It is the sufferings of the many which pay for the luxuries of the few.”That line hits harder the older … More
The Hidden Danger of Influencers: They Control What You See
The more I study social media, the more obvious it becomes: influencers don’t just influence with their opinions—they influence by … More
The Desire to Seem Virtuous
I’ve noticed something over the years — the desire to seem virtuous has slowly started to replace the desire to … More
The Burden—and Gift—of Free Will in a Modern World
“Every human possesses a moral engine, even if unrecognized. Believer or not, we can pause, reflect, and act beyond instinct. … More
The Singularity:
The Future We Aren’t Preparing For In most conversations about the future, we focus on incremental changes: faster computers, smarter … More