The hottest Adaptation Substack posts right now

And their main takeaways

Different Kinds of Winning

The Crucial Years • 966 implied HN points • 22 Dec 23

There is a potential victory on pausing LNG exports, which could impact Biden's campaign and the planet positively.
Campaigners and new data have highlighted the detrimental impact of LNG exports on the climate and American consumers.
The administration's decision on LNG exports can be a crucial win for climate action and Biden's re-election efforts.

We become a parable of untamed grace

Sarah Bessey's Field Notes • 1690 implied HN points • 26 Sep 23

⛪ Faith & Spirituality Imagination Nature Adaptation

Jesus used ordinary metaphors of everyday life to teach profound truths about God
We can adapt and evolve to survive and flourish in challenging environments
Our faith can be a testimony of strength and grace, even in harsh conditions

Lessons I learned during the pandemic

Your Local Epidemiologist • 2123 implied HN points • 11 Jul 23

🏥 Health & Wellness Lessons Public Health Science Pandemic Adaptation

Approach novel threats with humility.
Public health is inherently political and involves a mix of factors.
Science is ever evolving; a healthy population is a healthy economy.

Dealing with randomness.

Philoinvestor • 216 implied HN points • 23 Jul 23

📖 Philosophy Luck Success Belief Adaptation Self-development

Luck plays a significant role in life, but one must also believe in making their own luck.
Adapt, adjust, and remain flexible to overcome challenges and achieve success.
The journey towards a goal is as important as the goal itself; challenges sculpt one's character and lead to personal growth.

Sex at the limits and the limits of sex: Baker's Law

Holly Elmore • 196 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23

🔬 Science Evolution Genetics Sexuality Adaptation

Self-fertilization and asexuality are more common at the edges of a species range due to Baker's Law.
The benefits of sex include generating variation for natural selection and avoiding the accumulation of harmful mutations.
Sex and outbreeding are crucial for adapting to competition and maintaining genetic diversity over time.

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Saruman Should've Never Been Cut from 'Return of the King'

Textual Variations • 298 implied HN points • 27 Apr 23

🎭️ Culture Film Literature Adaptation Criticism Entertainment

The decision to cut Saruman from 'Return of the King' remains a glaring editorial flaw in the film.
The rationale behind cutting Saruman was primarily driven by pacing issues in the theatrical version.
Removing Saruman disrupted the unity of the film, leaving a noticeable gap in the narrative structure.

From now to Gardenworlds to lifeboats: shifting strategies

Douglass’s Newsletter • 19 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24

🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Sustainability Adaptation Future scenarios

Climate change is here and Gardenworlds offer a good response.
Transitioning existing projects into lifeboats can help more people survive.
Striving for both Gardenworlds and lifeboats is crucial for a better future.

The Problem with 'American Fiction'

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 14 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24

📚 Literature Fiction Critique Publishing Novelists Adaptation

The film 'American Fiction' critiques corporate publishing and shallow identity politics of 2010s.
Contemporary elite literary fiction focuses on professional class struggles over traumas from marginalized communities.
The movie 'American Fiction' highlights issues of representation and commodification in the literary industry.

Remaining Relevant in an AI Age.

The Future Does Not Fit In The Containers Of The Past • 73 implied HN points • 02 Jul 23

🕹 Technology AI Innovation Adaptation Creativity Communication

The history of AI is over 80 years old with many ups and downs.
Individuals and companies need to Embrace, Adapt, and Complement AI to thrive.
Success in an AI age requires enhancing technology with creativity, storytelling, empathy, humanity, and imagination.

Productivity Explosion

Dana Blankenhorn: Facing the Future • 39 implied HN points • 17 Aug 23

🕹 Technology Productivity AI Databases Machine Learning Adaptation

Processes must be changed for serious business productivity gains.
Garbage In, Garbage Out - databases need to accurately describe reality for useful outputs.
Adaptation to change leads to productivity gains and is a key factor in success.

Culdesac in the peak heat of Arizona

Culdesac & Ebikes • 39 implied HN points • 20 Jul 23

🌞 Climate & Environment Weather Sustainability Urban Design Adaptation

Culdesac Tempe has no asphalt, reducing heat island effect.
Culdesac Tempe has shade from 2-3 story buildings.
Buildings in Culdesac Tempe are heat-reflecting to reduce heat.

The Fall of the House of Yes

Gideon's Substack • 14 implied HN points • 01 Sep 23

🎭️ Culture Theater Literature Performance Adaptation Drama

The play Richard II is a tricky one to stage due to its political and poetical language.
The current production of Richard II at Stratford Festival portrays the title character as the king of Studio 54, engaging with a contemporary interpretation.
The adaptation of the play attempts to revalue Richard as queer, Black, and fabulous, but the original flaws in the character as a king remain evident.

My Dream Life as a Polish Prince

Gideon's Substack • 1 HN point • 01 Mar 24

📚 Literature Adaptation Philosophy Reality Dreams Spirituality

The author explores the idea of living a feral existence in a recurring nightmare and its impact on behavior.
The author struggles with the core concept behind Pedro Calderón de la Barca's play, 'Life Is a Dream,' questioning how profound doubt about reality can influence behavior.
The comparison between Calderón's work and 'The Matrix' emphasizes different philosophical perspectives regarding reality and empowerment.

Changing Cities

Midwest Humble • 1 HN point • 26 Apr 23

🎭️ Culture Urban life Community Gentrification Real Estate Adaptation

Cities are changing rapidly due to shifts in commercial real estate and coworking trends.
Neighborhoods and buildings evolve, sometimes causing feelings of nostalgia and betrayal.
The future of cities may involve downtown areas becoming more focused on experiences rather than workspaces.

It Came from the Skies

The Snap Forward • 0 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23

🌞 Climate & Environment Climate change Uncertainty Adaptation

The climate crisis brings discontinuities and new realities we're unprepared for.
Climate change is just one aspect of a larger crisis involving extinctions, ecosystem collapses, and evolving dangers.
Our lives and societies are facing unprecedented disruptions and societal upheaval due to the profound scale of natural system transformations.

The Personal Costs of Climate Chaos

The Snap Forward • 0 implied HN points • 06 Oct 23

🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Crisis Economic Impact Adaptation Personal Finance Disasters

The planetary crisis is a serious concern with uncertainty in response and outcomes.
Climate disasters can have real economic impacts on households, creating vulnerabilities.
Personal preparation and readiness are essential for facing the challenges of climate chaos.

How to Succeed on a Planet in Crisis

The Snap Forward • 0 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24

🌞 Climate & Environment Climate Crisis Adaptation Ethics Risk management Community Engagement

The course focuses on preparing individuals for the challenges of a rapidly-worsening planetary crisis by teaching strategies for making informed decisions and planning for the future.
Participants will gain new frameworks to navigate emerging patterns, develop a stronger personal ruggedization strategy, and integrate climate foresight into their careers and daily lives.
The course emphasizes the importance of understanding the scale of change, assessing relative safety in different locations, and building a platform for success amidst uncertainty by engaging in critical conversations and forming shared visions.

⭐️ YOU, TOO, CAN BE A CLIMATE REFUGEE!

The Snap Forward • 0 implied HN points • 14 Feb 23

🌞 Climate & Environment Adaptation Displacement

Someone you know might become a climate refugee, maybe even you.
Taking action is crucial to reduce the impact of the climate crisis.
Understanding and preparing for the growing risks is key to thriving in the face of climate challenges.