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Keeping a notebook can help capture funny or interesting moments in life. It’s a way to notice the lighter side of things, even when life feels heavy.
Feeling butthurt often comes from comparing ourselves to others and their privileges. This can lead to unnecessary resentment instead of recognizing our own journey.
Writing can be a way to overcome feelings of butthurt. It allows us to connect with our past selves and remember our growth over time.

Privilege can mean having the choice to think about certain aspects of your identity, while others may not have that luxury.
Some people may feel their race or gender all the time, while others may not think about their own privilege until it affects them directly.
Not recognizing one's privilege can influence everyday experiences, such as feeling safe in public spaces or being treated differently in shops.

Checking your privilege based on certain characteristics isn't as impactful as acknowledging and renouncing the privilege of money or class.
Elite college students are likely to come from wealthy backgrounds or are aiming for prestigious, high-paying careers, prioritizing money and status over making a positive impact in the world.
It is possible to act on privilege related to wealth and status by renouncing financial support, declining elite opportunities, and embracing a more humble and real outlook.

Air travel rules are important for safety and should be followed by everyone, regardless of class.
Breaking small rules can lead to bigger breaches of etiquette and societal breakdown.
Privileges like first class and VIP services can highlight entitlement and provoke resentment from others.

Consider the impact of lack of money on individuals and their bodies.
Reflect on the significance of financial struggles, especially for working mothers.
Recognize the emotional and practical challenges faced by those experiencing financial hardships.

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Creative opportunities are often more accessible to the wealthy due to having the resources to pursue them.
Money can provide the freedom to explore creativity without the worry of basic necessities like a roof over your head.
Acknowledging and being grateful for the privileges we have can help us be more empathetic towards others who may not have the same resources.

Being a tenure-track professor comes with high occupational prestige, pleasant working conditions, and superior job security, offering a lifestyle privilege.
The requirements for becoming a tenure-line professor create barriers for the majority of the U.S. population, favoring elite backgrounds and credentials from prestigious institutions for academic success.
Current academic evaluation practices, such as journal publications, citations, and grant opportunities, often prioritize institutional prestige and professional connections over genuine scholarly merit, reinforcing privileges within academia.

Polyamory, like many other luxuries, is more accessible to affluent individuals
Educational interventions often don't substantially change academic performance due to uncontrollable factors like genetics
MOOCs and similar educational tools benefit those who already possess strong learning skills

People living a nomadic lifestyle follow uncommon sets of rules, making them standout in their way of life.
The 'New Rich' prioritize experiences over wealth, measuring their success by richness in travel experiences rather than monetary wealth.
Those leading a location-independent lifestyle exhibit high levels of productivity fueled by dedication, motivation from deadlines, and a drive to do more.

Digital nomadism offers freedom and adventure, blending work with travel, but its impact on local economies and societies raises important questions.
The privilege inherent in the digital nomad lifestyle, from nationality to economic status, highlights disparities and challenges regarding global mobility and access.
Digital nomadism, while seemingly an escape from capitalism, paradoxically contributes to it through consumption and emissions, prompting reflections on ethical choices and implications.