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“Best” Practices Ain’t...

Software Design: Tidy First? • 1833 implied HN points • 13 Dec 24
🕹 Technology Software Design Development Practices Collaboration
  1. Not all problems are the same, so don't always rely on 'best practices.' Different types of problems need different approaches.
  2. Using 'best practice' as a catchphrase can be misleading. It can hide someone's lack of confidence or let others avoid taking responsibility.
  3. For simple problems, sure, use 'best practices.' But for more complex issues, think critically and come up with your own solutions instead.

Meta-rational practices: Overview 1

Meaningness • 219 implied HN points • 09 Mar 24
📖 Philosophy Meta-rationality Norms Practices Reasoning
  1. Meta-rationality is different from traditional rationality and requires an open-ended inquiry and responsiveness to various contexts and purposes.
  2. Meta-rationality involves ongoing consideration of when and how to apply rationality, recognizing situations where rational methods may not be sufficient.
  3. The norms of reasonableness, rationality, and meta-rationality differ in terms of accountability, formal rules adherence, and responsiveness to context and purpose.
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I will miss Allan Rees, unsung hero & 9/11 truth radio pioneer

Kevin’s Newsletter • 550 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs Afterlife Practices
  1. Allan Rees was an easy-going, knowledgeable person passionate about 9/11 truth and behind-the-scenes work.
  2. Allan believed in a collectivist utopian worldview where cooperation could make the world better.
  3. Allan's fear of COVID led him to advocate for universal N95 mask-wearing and getting vaccinated, leading to some debate.

#52: Habits, Projects, Practices 🔧

Game of One • 196 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Habits Projects Practices
  1. Finding balance between chaos and structure is important, especially in a shared living environment.
  2. Exploring vs. exploiting is a crucial consideration in decision-making, depending on the complexity of the problem and time horizon.
  3. Distinguishing between habits, projects, and practices can help in managing workload effectively and achieving long-term goals.

Sympathetic Magic

The Abbey of Misrule • 319 implied HN points • 18 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Religion Beliefs Traditions Practices Saints
  1. At wells in Ireland, like St Ita's well, a practice of 'sympathetic magic' takes place where objects of the sick are brought for healing, showing a blending of ancient magical traditions with Christianity.
  2. This 'sympathetic magic' practice involves tying items like socks, handkerchiefs, and shirts to crosses or trees near the well in hopes of a saint's healing power.
  3. The story of St Ita and the lessons she imparted - faith, simplicity, and love - are tied to the traditions surrounding the well, emphasizing spiritual values.

The Sensemaking Companion - Section I

The Bigger Picture • 1238 implied HN points • 06 Jan 22
🎭️ Culture Sensemaking Ideas Practices Frameworks
  1. The Sensemaking Companion is a resource that gathers useful ideas, practices, and frameworks to enhance the ability to understand complex situations.
  2. There are three sections of The Sensemaking Companion, with Section I being the starting point.
  3. Readers can access the full content and archives of The Sensemaking Companion with a 7-day free trial subscription to The Bigger Picture.

📚Salon: Reading for Pleasure and Going Beyond Words: Events, Practices

Neckar’s Notes • 117 implied HN points • 14 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Reading Practices Events Wisdom Writing
  1. Reading for pleasure is a rare and fulfilling experience in a world dominated by social media and short attention spans.
  2. Engaging in concrete practices beyond mere words is crucial for finding meaning, connection, and balance in life.
  3. Exploring various practices like breathwork and attending events can help cultivate wisdom, balance, and a deeper connection with oneself and the world.

Unbuffering and Understanding

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 39 implied HN points • 09 May 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Beliefs Practices
  1. Initiate yourself into understanding Gurdjieff's ideas through effort and pondering, as results are proportional to understanding.
  2. Buffers create illusions and disconnect from different aspects of the self, hindering self-awareness and consciousness.
  3. Destroying buffers leads to increased awareness, connection, and wholeness, allowing for a deeper experience of impressions and self-remembering.

Fragments, Chapter 18, pp.369-375 - Reading Club posting 66

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 19 implied HN points • 12 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs Leaders Practices Community
  1. The reading club delves into "Fragments" by P.D. Ouspensky, going through the book systematically.
  2. The narrative follows the experiences of a group of people around G. in various locations during turbulent times, detailing interactions and decisions.
  3. The protagonist undergoes an inner struggle, leading to a decision to separate from G.'s work, emphasizing the importance of finding a spiritual leader whose path aligns with personal beliefs and goals.

Further on Greens - Growing, Quickening and Aiding the Animation

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 19 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs Traditions Practices
  1. Gurdjieff emphasized the consumption of fresh and raw greens like herbs and lettuce, highlighting their importance in his cuisine.
  2. Certain greens like cress and mustard were praised for their quick growth, symbolizing a deeper allegory of renewal and growth, especially during festive occasions.
  3. The significance of consuming green vegetables raw right after harvest may tie back to their active elements and the connection with nature.

Chapter 17, pp.346-351 - Reading Club posting 62

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 19 implied HN points • 01 Dec 23
📖 Philosophy Self-Improvement Mind-Body Connection Control Practices Human nature
  1. Gurdjieff emphasizes the necessity of schools in working on oneself due to man's inability to keep watch on all aspects of himself without assistance.
  2. Man is described as the slave of his body, highlighting the importance of controlling muscular tension and the need for schools to help in this effort.
  3. Control over the body starts with acquiring control over muscular tension, beginning with the relaxation of facial muscles according to Gurdjieff's teachings.

Vayakhel; Pekudei; Shabbos Mevarchim 2023

TorahRedux • 19 implied HN points • 15 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Religion Beliefs Practices Sacred Texts
  1. The first mitzvah in the Torah involves tracking time using the lunar calendar, symbolizing change and renewal.
  2. Having the right attitude and putting your heart into your actions is crucial for success.
  3. Even taboo topics, like intimacy and desire, can be elevated into sacred aspects of life when approached with intent and purpose.

The Fifth and Sixth Step of the Transformation of Food, and the Question of Exioëhary

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 19 implied HN points • 29 Sep 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Philosophy Beliefs Practices Religion
  1. Visualizing and imagination are linked to the 'cerebellum' in Gurdjieff's teachings, with interpretations aligning with his writings.
  2. The substances of the cerebellum are described as 'the energy of imagination' and 'the true substance of visualization' that can have real effects.
  3. Centre #4 is seen to hold the potential for fully developed Formal Logic, associated with 'mentation by form' and 'reasoning by ideas'.

Understanding Meditation

Aslan’s Substack • 1 HN point • 03 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Meditation Benefits Practices Science Self-awareness
  1. Meditation is a profound practice for training the mind, enhancing awareness, and connecting with the world around us.
  2. Through meditation, we learn to observe thoughts without attachment, develop resilience, and respond to life's challenges with clarity and compassion.
  3. Regular meditation practice enhances cognitive functions, memory, attention span, and decision-making abilities, while also offering physiological benefits like stress reduction and improved sleep quality.

So you want to roll your own crypto?

Thái | Hacker | Kỹ sư tin tặc • 19 implied HN points • 30 Aug 20
🔮 Crypto Security Learning Challenges Practices Resources
  1. Learn from other people's mistakes when rolling your own crypto to accelerate your understanding and skill development.
  2. Crypto code is complex due to side-channel constraints and subtle details that can easily compromise security if not understood.
  3. Understand the vast crypto food chain, from cryptanalysts solving mathematical problems to software engineers implementing encryption, to know where you stand and why rolling your own crypto may not be advisable.

The learning relationship

Meaningness • 0 implied HN points • 15 Jun 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Buddhism Courses Relationships Practices
  1. The article discusses reinventing Vajrayana Buddhism for the modern world by separating the functional and social roles of lamas, making the reinvention project feasible.
  2. There is a Zoom discussion titled 'Guru vs Learning Relationship' happening, which explores the importance of learning relationships and how they differ from traditional guru roles.
  3. Upcoming events include a course on the Charnel Ground in Vajrayana Buddhism and a five-week course on transforming relationships through Vajrayana practices.

Fragments, Ch.2, pp.44-47

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 0 implied HN points • 28 Oct 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Beliefs Practices
  1. Acquiring immortality is possible, and known ways can be categorized into the fakir, monk, and yogi paths, each with distinct approaches and challenges.
  2. The fakir's path focuses on physical willpower through extreme physical exercises and sufferings, leading to the development of will but potentially neglecting emotional and intellectual growth.
  3. The monk's path emphasizes faith and unity of feelings, progressing to the development of will over emotions; whereas the yogi's path centers on knowledge and the mind, necessitating mastery over body and emotions to move forward.

How to Level up Dev Teams

realkinetic • 0 implied HN points • 03 Jan 19
🕹 Technology Development Teams Tools Practices Code Reviews
  1. Training may not be the most effective way to level up development teams; it can be costly and the impact on team readiness is uncertain.
  2. Tools alone are not sufficient to level up teams; they often just cover up broken practices and policies.
  3. Code reviews are the most effective method to quickly improve team proficiency; they promote a culture of constructive feedback and knowledge sharing.