The Prism

The Prism explores the complexities of the Digital Age, focusing on the challenges of information consumption, cognitive biases, social media's influence, and decision-making in a saturated environment. It discusses the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, mental health, and strategies for personal development and critical thinking, offering insights into navigating misinformation and societal trends.

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In Defence of Israel

571 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Israel Palestine Conflict History Peace
  1. Israel's history is complex and involves legitimate victimhood, negotiations, and conflict with Arab states.
  2. Israel's relationship with Palestinians is not accurately described as apartheid, but rather on security grounds.
  3. The Israeli government is held in check by institutions and faces different moral challenges compared to extremist groups like Hamas.

How to Find Good Information

123 implied HN points • 19 Sep 23
🚌 Education Information Consumption News Podcasts Essays
  1. Distinguish between good and junk information; good info should change your thinking or actions.
  2. There are two ways to obtain info online: passive fishing and active hunting.
  3. Curate your information sources wisely, including well-curated social media feeds, varied news sources, and informative podcasts.

For Paid Subscribers (December 2023)

22 implied HN points • 10 Dec 23
🕹 Technology Social media
  1. YouTube has no direct competitors and can treat creators and audiences poorly.
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The Pathologization Pandemic

4 HN points • 06 Jul 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Psychology Therapy Self-development
  1. Youth mental health is deteriorating due to societal influences, leading to increased diagnoses of mental disorders.
  2. Long Covid and mood disorders are intertwined, potentially leading to misdiagnosis and confusion.
  3. Pathologization of personal issues as medical disorders is on the rise among young people, driven by social media, victimhood culture, and the medical industry.