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How to do good work and give good advice | #24

pole • 78 implied HN points • 08 Jun 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Inspiration
  1. Factoring, in algebra and art, involves breaking things apart to reuse useful parts elsewhere.
  2. Great work is often a remix of existing parts and following advocated principles.
  3. When giving advice, focus on asking questions, sharing stories, and providing context rather than giving direct advice.

Ambition's Gravity

Not Boring by Packy McCormick • 245 implied HN points • 06 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Inspiration
  1. There are three main approaches to thinking about AI: fear of job loss, fear of missing out on AI skills, and using AI as a tool to achieve personal goals.
  2. Decide to do big things, determine the most ambitious goal for your life, and leverage the incredible tools available to make it happen faster.
  3. Ambition is contagious, empowering, and crucial in shaping the reality you want; name your ambition, set big goals, and watch the world contribute to making them a reality.

#52 Designers, what is "taste"?

Design Lobster • 599 implied HN points • 25 Jan 21
🪑 Design Inspiration
  1. Taste in design involves forming opinions based on gut instincts that can be justified intellectually.
  2. The concept of taste in design is not about elitism but about embracing and learning from the wider world.
  3. Efficient and aesthetically appealing design, like the Crinkle crankle wall, can come from revisiting basic principles with creativity.

more recs than an old school camera store

Both Are True • 118 implied HN points • 25 Oct 24
🎭️ Culture Inspiration
  1. It's important to have a starting point when exploring an author's work, like Joan Didion's essays. They can really help you get to know her style and themes.
  2. Setting rates for your work can be tricky, especially when friends are involved. It's good to find a balance so you feel valued but also maintain your relationships.
  3. Sharing interesting cultural recommendations can help you connect with others and stand out in social situations. Plus, it makes gatherings way more fun!
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I have a new muse

The Edge of Practice • 39 implied HN points • 31 Dec 23
📚 Literature Inspiration
  1. The author shifted from recording dreams to expressing them through poetry, finding it more empowering and meaningful
  2. Poetry became a new source of inspiration after the author believed their past trauma was their only muse
  3. Exploring a new creative outlet like poetry can be a way to discover fresh perspectives and artistic expressions

Repetition is your friend

The Leftovers • 59 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
📚 Literature Inspiration
  1. Repetition can be helpful in writing, as it can lead to breakthroughs in creativity and overcoming blocks.
  2. Focusing on excessive thinking before writing may hinder progress, while allowing the story to evolve through writing can be more beneficial.
  3. Persistence in writing is essential, even if faced with initial challenges and frustrations.

Write what you want

Nonlinear • 58 implied HN points • 21 Mar 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Inspiration
  1. Writing can be personal and authentic, even if not perfectly polished.
  2. Consistently sharing ideas and being open to feedback can lead to valuable work.
  3. Authentic conversations through writing can connect people even asynchronously.

Forté #8

SJF • 58 implied HN points • 12 Jun 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Inspiration
  1. Discover new inspirations from music, animations, and books.
  2. Appreciate the value of mindfulness in reading at places like the British Library.
  3. Improve personal growth and writing skills by practicing the art of noticing small details in everyday life.

The book with my name in it

10x your mind • 99 implied HN points • 03 Nov 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Inspiration
  1. Writing something that inspires others can lead to unexpected and meaningful connections, like having your name mentioned in a book
  2. Receiving or giving a good pep talk can help in improving confidence and motivation, especially when facing setbacks
  3. Key elements of a good pep talk include purpose, empathy, and providing perspective or direction tailored to the audience

Getting Started

backstory • 339 implied HN points • 18 Feb 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Inspiration
  1. Teachers can have a powerful impact, both positive and negative.
  2. Moments of self-discovery and realization can lead to significant life changes.
  3. Sometimes, unexpected encounters and experiences can shape our path and lead to new opportunities.

Spool! (pause.) Spooool!

Dada Drummer Almanach • 178 implied HN points • 19 Dec 23
🎶 Music Inspiration
  1. Listening to old tapes can bring up feelings of unfulfilled potential and alternative paths not taken in music.
  2. Each decision in music, like chord choices and melodies, leads down different creative paths.
  3. Rejected tapes and imperfect recordings can add character and beauty to music, enhancing the listening experience.

Welcome to Pen, Paper & Pizza

Pen, Paper & Pizza • 39 implied HN points • 12 Oct 23
💼 Business Inspiration
  1. The newsletter 'Pen, Paper & Pizza' aims to inspire and engage entrepreneurs through insightful content.
  2. The name represents the tools and joys of entrepreneurship: pen for creativity, paper for planning, and pizza for celebration and community.
  3. The newsletter offers actionable insights, creative ideas, real-life stories, and a supportive community for individuals looking to grow their businesses.

Discovering Steve

Ways of Working • 39 implied HN points • 18 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Inspiration
  1. Discover the importance of seeking inspiration regularly to live a good life on your own terms.
  2. Recognize the value in not compromising on certain desires and visions.
  3. Understand that emotions have a place in business and life, and should be embraced rather than suppressed.

How Can We Lift and Empower Other Women?

QUALITY BOSS • 19 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Inspiration
  1. It's important to surround yourself with women who lift you up. They help you see your own strengths and magic.
  2. Women can sometimes compete against each other instead of supporting one another. It’s important to change this behavior and celebrate each other.
  3. We should actively look for ways to empower other women. Even small actions can make a big difference in someone's life.

Hopes for 2024

lettersonbeing • 19 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Inspiration
  1. The power of stillness and gentleness in finding true strength and creating new things
  2. Endings are important too; embracing fear, doubt, and sadness is part of moving forward
  3. Recognizing and connecting with nature as a way to find peace and inspiration

#74 Is design objective?

Design Lobster • 239 implied HN points • 28 Jun 21
🎨 Art & Illustration Inspiration
  1. Design often balances between objective and subjective elements.
  2. Design inspiration can come from unexpected sources, such as historical architecture or everyday objects.
  3. Effective design involves empathy towards the object and a reflective design process.

When in Doubt, Attack

The Radar • 19 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🏝 Travel Inspiration
  1. Embrace uncertainty and adventure in life. Sometimes it's okay to have no plan and figure things out as you go.
  2. Travel can broaden your perspectives. Get out there, explore, and experience new things.
  3. Don't over-plan and be open to surprises. Over-planning can limit our ability to be genuinely surprised and delighted.

do things that scare you

Stream of Consciousness • 19 implied HN points • 05 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Inspiration
  1. Setting instructions for yourself can guide your behavior and choices.
  2. Challenging yourself with things that scare you can prevent loss of motivation and lead to growth.
  3. Taking on daunting challenges, even if outside your comfort zone, can help you stay motivated and push yourself.

Breakthrough of the Year is JWST

Science Forever • 39 implied HN points • 05 Jan 23
🔬 Science Inspiration
  1. The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is Science's Breakthrough of the Year for 2022.
  2. There is an insightful video available related to the coverage of JWST, created by Kevin McClean and Megan Cantwell.
  3. Despite controversy, there is a call to rename the JWST to better reflect inclusivity in space exploration.

Amazement

Soaring Twenties • 108 implied HN points • 23 Feb 24
📚 Literature Inspiration
  1. The author shares their journey of writing and rewriting a book of poems over the years, highlighting the importance of revisiting and restructuring creative works over time.
  2. The process of creating a collection of poems involves carefully selecting and arranging individual pieces to create a cohesive and meaningful narrative thread throughout the book.
  3. Self-publishing can be a valuable outlet for producing work and refining one's craft, leading to personal growth and the eventual creation of a polished manuscript for publication.

Office Hours

Story Club with George Saunders • 105 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
📚 Literature Inspiration
  1. Differentiate between being 'sentimental' and being 'emotion-rich' in writing. Strive for genuine emotion in your work while avoiding unearned sentimentality.
  2. Your upbringing doesn't dictate the quality of your writing. Use your life experiences, no matter how 'normal,' to create impactful and powerful storytelling.
  3. Great writing comes from finding the sacred in everyday moments. Embrace the idea that every detail matters and has the potential for literary significance.

Right Telescope, Wrong Name

Science Forever • 39 implied HN points • 15 Dec 22
🔬 Science Inspiration
  1. The James Webb Space Telescope is a significant achievement recognized as Science's Breakthrough of the Year.
  2. The naming of the telescope after Jim Webb has sparked controversy due to his association with homophobia in the exclusion of LGBTQ+ individuals from NASA.
  3. The decision to keep the telescope's name despite its negative connotations has stirred criticism and disappointment.

☕📱Let's Chat on Zoom; Talent vs. Endurance: Haruki Murakami and Leonard Cohen

Neckar’s Notes • 48 implied HN points • 21 Oct 24
📚 Literature Inspiration
  1. Leonard Cohen's story teaches us that sharing and facing problems head-on can be more effective than retreating. He faced challenges by stepping up his creativity, which inspires others to act similarly.
  2. Murakami believes that success in writing requires more than just talent; focus and endurance are also essential. He emphasizes the need for a healthy body to support the mental demands of writing.
  3. Writing a novel is a lot of hard work, similar to manual labor. It takes a lot of energy and focus to create a complete story, which many people may not fully appreciate.

Patagonia Diaries

memoirs & rambles • 95 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🏝 Travel Inspiration
  1. The author was taken on a long road trip to Patagonia by their parents as a child, which sparked a deep love for driving and mountains
  2. Despite not recalling the trip details, the impact of the Patagonia journey lingered on and served as a frequent source of inspiration during the author's upbringing
  3. Revisiting the Patagonia trip with family after 25 years brought new insights, experiences, and reflections, shaping the author's perspective on travel and sparking an urge to document and share the journey