The hottest Comfort Substack posts right now

The author shares thoughts and emotions on a chilly autumn morning.
The author reminisces about a beloved companion, Cairo, who has passed away.
The author will continue to write and travel, sharing personal reflections along the way.

Facing death without knowing Christ can be incredibly challenging and lacking in comfort.
Belief in Christ brings immense hope and comfort in the face of death.
Experiencing near-death situations can lead to gratitude towards God and a greater desire for Him.

Design is not just about functionality, but also about the symbolic power designs hold over us.
Comfort is a culturally determined concept, not universally defined, which impacts design decisions.
Inspiration for design can come from unusual sources, like the impression left in snow leading to the creation of the Karuselli chair.

Families are exploring new living arrangements, moving away from the nuclear family setup, towards multi-generational living or shared housing solutions.
Designers can rethink comfort in furniture like the Womb Chair by focusing on shape rather than cushioning, reflecting a mid-century design approach.
Design merges philosophy and science, using metaphors and analogies to create and science to measure and evolve designs, balancing intuition and practicality.

When stressed, people often seek comfort in familiar things like food or activities that trigger pleasure in the brain, similar to how a Jeopardy contestant instinctively pushes the buzzer.
Cravings for comfort during stressful times are a common response to seeking dopamine and relief in the brain's pleasure center.
Global pandemics can trigger behaviors that lead individuals to seek solace in familiar or pleasurable activities like indulging in food or drink.

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