It's ironic to see Amazon and the like throw their toys out the pram at Lee's behaviour. As long as our system incentivises shortcutting efforts we'll see the crisis of direction (it does seem like a public health crisis) persist. More hopefully though, it's clear what we need to do to reverse it, but the question is political will.
HARD agree 💯. Beautifully articulated defense of effort and struggle, agency and autonomy, Brad. Ours is a culture that increasingly valorizes short-cuts, hacks, and unearned glory that is merely a simulacra, a wafer thin veneer of achievement that crumbles upon the slightest examination or scrutiny.
Hit the nail on the head. The Move Fast Break Things cult will never realise this. Pity them all.
I hope you are wrong but fear you are right. We are in for interesting times and an interesting fight.
It's ironic to see Amazon and the like throw their toys out the pram at Lee's behaviour. As long as our system incentivises shortcutting efforts we'll see the crisis of direction (it does seem like a public health crisis) persist. More hopefully though, it's clear what we need to do to reverse it, but the question is political will.
HARD agree 💯. Beautifully articulated defense of effort and struggle, agency and autonomy, Brad. Ours is a culture that increasingly valorizes short-cuts, hacks, and unearned glory that is merely a simulacra, a wafer thin veneer of achievement that crumbles upon the slightest examination or scrutiny.
Thanks, Konrad. I'm glad you found this resonant, and I appreciate the kind words.
Agree!