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A lifelong pact

10x your mind • 79 implied HN points • 12 Oct 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Spirituality Self-reflection Hope Support
  1. Support and comfort are always available, even in the darkest of times.
  2. People who care about you will always be by your side, cheering for your success and supporting you through challenges.
  3. The bonds of friendship and support can withstand the transient nature of life, providing a lasting presence in each other's lives.

Welcoming Ali Afridi Back to Equal Ventures

Equal Ventures • 19 implied HN points • 16 Jan 24
💼 Business Venture Capital Entrepreneurship Investments Startups Support
  1. Ali Afridi is rejoining Equal Ventures as a Principal, bringing a valuable blend of experiences in entrepreneurship and VC insights.
  2. Equal Ventures is shifting towards competitive specialization in founder support, aiming to offer comprehensive expertise to portfolio companies.
  3. The team at Equal Ventures has evolved its structure to maximize support for seed stage founders, leveraging a mix of industry leads, product owners, and experts like Ali Afridi.
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Money Burn

Polymathic Being • 66 implied HN points • 24 Sep 23
💰 Finance Wealth Spending Charity Psychology Support
  1. We tend to hesitate to give fair prices to those in need while easily overpaying for unnecessary luxury items.
  2. We often show generosity to those who don't require it, while driving a hard bargain with those in need.
  3. Our spending behaviors are driven by the dopamine hits we get from scoring bargains and splurging on luxuries; it's about reframing our perspective to support those in need more.

Find someone who is a catalyst for your power: (Working with Your Gift #3)

Meaning-Making • 117 implied HN points • 20 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Gifts Relationships Support Feedback Mentorship
  1. Finding a catalyst can enhance and amplify your gifts, making you more powerful.
  2. Different types of catalysts include mutually strengthening relationships, friendly competition, cheerleader-type support, and honest feedback from a peer group.
  3. Embrace the catalysts in your life to unlock your full potential and amplify your latent power.

Me vs Unity and Microsoft

Kevin’s Substack • 3 HN points • 15 Mar 24
🕹 Technology Software Development Platforms Issues Support
  1. Creating software can come with unexpected challenges, even when using popular tools like Unity and Microsoft.
  2. Unity's rules against uploading executables can lead to complexities and rejection when trying to submit software to their platform.
  3. Dealing with antivirus software like Windows Defender can pose significant hurdles, impacting the distribution and acceptance of software products.

I have a new album • Meditations

SJF • 39 implied HN points • 12 May 23
🎶 Music Album Musician Support
  1. The artist is working on a new album called 'Meditations' set to be released on July 21st.
  2. The album will contain about 40 minutes of new music.
  3. Listeners can pre-order the album on Bandcamp and support its creation on Patreon.

Getting started with your startup sucks

Reconsideration • 2 HN points • 22 Feb 24
💼 Business Startups Entrepreneurship Challenges Relationships Support
  1. Finding the right people to build for is crucial for the success of your startup. Knowing who has the problem, the budget, and the willingness to solve it is key.
  2. Dealing with reactions from friends and family when starting a startup can be challenging. They may offer well-meaning but disconnected advice or be dismissively judgmental.
  3. Handling tough questions and managing relationships are just the beginning of the struggles when launching a startup. It takes resilience, resourcefulness, and determination to navigate these challenges.

Ritualizing The Study of Math

Kids Who Love Math • 2 HN points • 20 Feb 24
🚌 Education Math Learning Family Support
  1. Establishing a routine can help in getting prepared for learning, like dedicating a specific 'Math Time' with all necessary materials ready.
  2. Focusing on the process of getting ready for math is more important than merely sticking to a rigid routine.
  3. Incorporating physical elements or sensory cues can enhance the readiness for learning math, such as having a designated space, an exercise, a specific music, or a scent.

Roast #16: The tale of four roasters and an artist

thoughtfulcoffee • 19 implied HN points • 17 Feb 23
🍲 Food & Drink Coffee Events Roasting Experience Support
  1. Planning and organizing a successful coffee event involved collaboration and lots of preparation.
  2. Effective communication and coordination among the group members were key to overcoming challenges and ensuring the event's success.
  3. Feedback and support from attendees added to the enjoyment of the event, making all the effort and hard work worthwhile.

16 Research-Backed Tips To Boost The Adoption Of Your Chrome Extension

Harmony • 19 implied HN points • 29 Mar 23
🕹 Technology Software Marketing Analytics Support SEO
  1. Improving your Chrome extension details page can increase visibility, installs, and user retention without changing the extension itself.
  2. Including the utility of your extension in the title helps users understand its purpose quickly and improves discoverability.
  3. Utilize images, videos, badges, customer support, description structure, sidebar, and analytics to optimize your Chrome Web Store page for better user engagement and performance tracking.

L'ego en veilleuse — Comment des pilotes d'avion communiquent en situation de crise

Mind Fooled • 0 implied HN points • 24 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Communication Support Emergency Response Selflessness
  1. Effective communication in crisis situations involves clear verbalization of needs and emotions, as seen in the interaction between the young pilot and the control tower.
  2. Showing empathy by taking an interest in the other person's context can make a significant difference in resolving a crisis.
  3. Putting ego aside and focusing on supporting others through actions like repeating information, managing dependencies, staying silent when necessary, and acknowledging contributions of all involved is crucial in effective teamwork.

A hundred hairpin heartbreaks

Links I Would Gchat You If We Were Friends • 0 implied HN points • 07 May 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Grief Pets Mental health Support Emotions
  1. The author is taking a break from their newsletter due to the loss of their dog, wanting more time to process their emotions and reevaluate their priorities.
  2. During a crisis, the author's instinct is to seek and absorb information to cope, but sometimes the search for answers may lead to feelings of heartbreak.
  3. The author highlights the importance of acknowledging and grieving the loss of pets, sharing resources and personal experiences to help others going through similar situations.

Making real-time chat functionality Healthie-r with AnyCable Pro

AnyCable Broadcasts • 0 implied HN points • 29 Jun 22
🕹 Technology Software Infrastructure Migration Support
  1. Healthie successfully migrated from Action Cable to AnyCable Pro to improve real-time chat functionality, benefiting from dual broadcast strategy support.
  2. Usage of AnyCable Pro bypassed starting with the open-source version, showcasing its benefits immediately for Healthie's infrastructure.
  3. Healthie's critical chat system now heavily relies on AnyCable for 1-1 and group chats between healthcare professionals and clients, available on web and mobile platforms.

Acknowledge the Struggle

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 31 Aug 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Wellbeing Treatment Support
  1. Young people, especially teenagers and college-aged students, are facing increased struggles with mental health during the pandemic.
  2. Acknowledging the struggle and seeking help is important for maintaining mental well-being.
  3. Having a structured plan, including addressing basics like sleep, diet, exercise, processing emotions, and seeking professional support, is essential for coping with mental health challenges.

Keep on Keeping on

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 21 Apr 20
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Recovery Support Endurance Gratitude
  1. Perseverance is key in tough times - just like in a marathon, focus on staying mentally strong and taking it one step at a time.
  2. Journaling and expressing gratitude can help reduce worries and stay positive during challenging times.
  3. Connecting with others, asking for support, and rewarding yourself for small victories can all contribute to getting through difficult situations.

Entrepreneurs In Search For Support

Venture Prose • 0 implied HN points • 22 Jan 19
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Networking Relationships Support Growth
  1. Engage with smart, capable, and well-connected individuals for support as a founder. They unlock potential, tackle challenges, and offer valuable connections.
  2. Interact with like-minded people for deep discussions, specialists for specific help, and strategists for unique perspectives. Foster these relationships for mutual growth.
  3. Ensure relationships are built on honesty, regular interactions, and structured conversations. Act reliably, commit thoroughly, and maintain a positive attitude.