Founder Mode At a YC event last week Brian Chesky gave a talk that everyone who was there will remember. Most founders I talked to afterward said it was the best #technology#meritocracy
substuck In 2019, I was excited about Substack, thinking they were going to become an underdog and perhaps even an indie web. However, their poor UX and lack #technology
The Fear of Being With a Smartphone The integration of smartphones into every aspect of our lives blurs the line between necessity and intrusion. Collecting data on a massive scale during the pandemic sets a precedent with cascading effects on autonomy and societal norms. Time to design human-centric tech systems....Mobile phones transformed from being convenient tools into lifelines for maintaining personal good-standing, leading us to digital slavery. #society#technology
nomophobia Nomophobia — the fear of being without a smartphone — a psychological affliction amplified by the pandemic. Our reliance on smartphones has #technology#society
the slavery of the machine It is mentally and morally injurious to man to do anything in which he does not find pleasure. It is impossible to sweep the streets with mental, #technology#culture
head of yoga Exploring a shift from traditional career paths, this post delves into the quest for meaningful work beyond financial gains. Rejecting the confines of finance-driven roles, I ponder with the notion of the "Head of Yoga," not in the literal sense but as a catalyst for fostering holistic well-being, creativity, and camaraderie in the workplace. Drawing from personal insights gleaned from yoga and movement arts, I question the conventional work culture paradigms. Amidst a landscape of self-help trends and tech stress, the narrative hints at a forthcoming paradigm shift in tech, emphasizing human-centric solutions over purely technological advancements #technology#practice#autotelic#spontaneity
The 180 Dollar Chromebook In this personal reflection, I share how Chrome is the new Mac (people just don’t know it yet!), and why I traded my 2000 dollar MacBook for a 180 dollar Chromebook. As someone constantly on the move, I’ve realised that less is truly more when it comes to tech on the road. With cloud computing and lightweight devices, I’ve found freedom in carrying less and doing more. This is my journey of rethinking value and embracing simplicity in a world that often values excess. #journey#itinerant#minimalism#technology#diaries