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Generative AI, Bullshit as a Service

The Algorithmic Bridge • 891 implied HN points • 06 Feb 24
🕹 Technology AI Ethics Creativity Writing
  1. Generative AI technology is often used for negative purposes like spamming, cheating, and faking.
  2. The democratization of creative freedom through AI may not be beneficial as it can lead to misuse by those who don't truly value it.
  3. Despite the potential of AI to revolutionize the world, its primary current use is for mundane and simplistic tasks, highlighting the complexities and limitations of humanity.

Goodbye Cairo Dispatch, Hello Caravanserai

Caravanserai with Samantha Childress • 1139 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Travel Personal Stories Experiences Creativity
  1. The newsletter has a new name and focus: Caravanserai, centered on personal stories and world cultures
  2. Caravanserai is inspired by the historical roadside inns along the Silk Road where travelers exchanged stories and experiences
  3. Readers can continue to enjoy personal tales and insights in this transformed publication

A Kid Who Loved to Draw

Shades of Greaves • 727 implied HN points • 13 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Drawing Creativity Imagination Expression
  1. The joy of drawing as a child can be rediscovered as an adult, allowing for creative expression and fun without a specific purpose.
  2. Taking time to engage in creative activities just for the sake of enjoyment can have positive effects on mental well-being, even if it doesn't directly contribute to professional goals.
  3. Embracing moments of creative 'fuckaroundery' can lead to a more enjoyable life, even if it challenges traditional ideas of productivity and goal achievement.

The Journal of Dangerous Ideas

Secretum Secretorum • 808 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
📖 Philosophy Ideas Journal Thought Morality Creativity
  1. The idea of dangerous ideas includes those that can harm the world, pose threats, or are inherently dangerous in various aspects like technology, science, or philosophy.
  2. The concept of 'white balls' representing beneficial ideas and 'black balls' representing pernicious ideas explores human creativity and the potential risks and benefits of various thought processes.
  3. The post challenges readers to consider whether pursuing dangerous ideas, like founding a Journal of Dangerous Ideas, is a bold approach worth taking or if it leads to unnecessary risks.

My method to boost creativity

VS Blog • 7 HN points • 02 May 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Creativity Brain function Self-Improvement Well-being Mental health
  1. Boost creativity by exposing yourself to diverse and novel stimuli while moving around, triggering new ideas and solutions.
  2. Enhance creativity by letting go of control during the process and allowing associative memory and thinking to make connections.
  3. Maximize the effectiveness of this creativity-boosting method by visiting new locations with abundant, diverse, and novel stimuli, and fleshing out multiple problems beforehand.

the writer's week ahead 2.4.24-2.10.24

astrology for writers • 746 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Astrology Creativity Spiritual guidance
  1. Replies to newsletters via email have been turned off by the writer due to unnecessary content in their inbox.
  2. Paid subscribers can't get refunds for previous months, but the writer is offering the week ahead content for free as a gesture of gratitude.
  3. The writer shares astrological insights for the week regarding creativity, relationships, and personal development.

Fairy tale salon: Wild women and wolfskins

The Art of Enchantment, with Dr Sharon Blackie • 2775 implied HN points • 22 Oct 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Archetypes Literature Creativity Imagination
  1. The post discusses the Wild Woman archetype, represented by the story of Mis, emphasizing the themes of transformation and madness as means of deep personal change.
  2. The Wild Woman archetype symbolizes instinctual wisdom, intuitive knowing, creativity, and a connection to nature.
  3. Exploration of folklore and stories, like the wolf-woman tale, provides insights into deeper psychological and societal themes.

A Letter About AI, Not Written by AI

Telltale Crumbs from Maggie Stiefvater • 2496 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture AI Creativity Ethics
  1. AI technology using works of creators can be unfair and raises questions of legality.
  2. AI training may not always result in improved content quality, resembling a clever party-goer repeating phrases without understanding.
  3. Creators like Maggie Stiefvater encourage a closer examination of who truly benefits from AI technology in its current form.

Twice-Found Sounds

Justin E. H. Smith's Hinternet • 518 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Personal Growth Reflection
  1. The author reflects on the pressure and influence of social media on their creative work, and the desire to distance themselves from mainstream trends and metrics.
  2. They find inspiration in their past work in sound collage and resolve to continue pursuing multimedia endeavors with a newfound creative freedom.
  3. The author emphasizes the importance of personal experience in creativity, encouraging individuals of any age to engage in creative pursuits without worrying about skill level or societal expectations.

The Arc of it All

CRAFT TALK • 3636 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Writing Novels Books Creativity Inspiration
  1. The author reflects on their writing journey and the unexpected evolution of their career.
  2. Writing novels is challenging but familiar, while exploring self-help books presented a new set of difficulties.
  3. The upcoming book focuses on creativity and writing, drawing inspiration from various voices to guide aspiring writers.

Building a woman from scratch

Men Yell at Me • 490 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Gender Feminism Movies Society Creativity
  1. The Pygmalion myth, where a man creates an ideal woman to replace real ones, is a common theme in stories and movies.
  2. Society often portrays women as needing to fit a certain perfect image, leading to pressure to meet unrealistic standards.
  3. Despite societal pressures and expectations, women are pushing back, embracing their messy, rebellious, and authentic selves.

Fall Vibes

CRAFT TALK • 3321 implied HN points • 05 Sep 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Writing Creativity Self-care
  1. Fall is a good time to reflect on accomplishments and creative projects.
  2. Identify blind spots in your work and seek feedback to improve.
  3. Take a gentle and nourishing approach to self-care and writing in the final season of the year.

Drawing A Life

DrawTogether with WendyMac • 2122 implied HN points • 29 Oct 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Drawing Artist Creativity Inspiration
  1. Ruth Asawa's drawing practice started on her family's farm, developing her motor skills and creativity.
  2. During World War 2 internment, Ruth Asawa honed her drawing skills with support from animators and using found materials.
  3. Ruth Asawa's consistent drawing practice at her kitchen table, amidst family life, reflects the importance of a creative space and daily commitment.

The Absentees

Cybernetic Forests • 119 implied HN points • 31 Mar 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Music AI Creativity Experimental Workshops
  1. Generative AI can inspire artists by showing them glimpses of new possibilities and creative combinations.
  2. Using AI in music creation can raise complex ethical concerns, such as issues of cultural appropriation and the impact on marginalized communities.
  3. Engaging with generative AI tools like Suno can lead to a disorienting yet intriguing creative process, challenging traditional notions of music-making and expression.

About the daily creative prompts 💌

#The100DayProject Newsletter • 511 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Creativity Inspiration Journaling Self-care Community
  1. The daily creative prompts offer practical tips, creative exercises, journaling prompts, and self-care practices to enhance your creative process and motivation.
  2. You do not need to be participating in the project to receive the prompts; they are like a daily creative love letter for anyone interested.
  3. Becoming a paid subscriber provides a daily prompt for all 100 days of the project, access to past prompts, and supports the project's sustainability.