Stars
February 27, 2026 · A reflection on the innate human curiosity that drives us to look at the night sky and seek answers, reminding us that we will always have more questions to ask.
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All articles from 2026
2026
All articles from 2026
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Countertransference
February 27, 2026 · A short, philosophical joke about a Christian, a Taoist, a Buddhist, and a Therapist walking into a bar, exploring how different worldviews approach a simple drink.
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On Imperfection
February 27, 2026 · An essay exploring the destructive nature of the inner critic, the impossible demands of perfection, and the beauty found in accepting the flawed, evolutionary reality of life.
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The Self-Aware Antagonist
February 27, 2026 · A meta-fictional dialogue between a protagonist fighting for the lives of innocents and an antagonist who realizes they are both just characters on a page.
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Timeless Engineering
February 11, 2026 · An essay on the virtues of sustainable design, the permanence of human nature, and the dangers of manufactured urgency and "wartime" rhetoric in the software industry.
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Temporal Logs
January 22, 2026 · Fictional field logs from a 24th-century Temporal Agent stranded in 2025, observing human history and finding ethics in a chaotic world.
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Why Write
January 22, 2026 · A manifesto on the motivation to write, exploring the need to capture internal truth before it fades.
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Writing as Metamorphosis
January 22, 2026 · Explores writing as an act of self-transformation that differentiates human creativity from AI-generated content. Argues that the process of drafting, editing, and revising is not merely about producing text, but about personal growth and discovering one's authentic voice.
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Open Source Writing
January 22, 2026 · Discusses the philosophy of treating writing as open source code, versioned and transparent, even when it reveals the darker parts of the soul.
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Writing in an AI World
January 22, 2026 · A meta-commentary on the relevance of human essays in the age of LLMs, arguing for writing as a tool for soul-making rather than just content generation.
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The Treehouse Library
January 20, 2026 · A reflective essay on a lost manuscript and the acceptance of the creative journey. It uses the metaphor of a metaphysical library to explore the destination of all writing.
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Humanity Loop
January 20, 2026 · Uses the behavior of captive otters as a mirror for human existence, exploring how our internal narratives create a 'zoo of the mind'. Traces the path from distraction to the discovery of a divided self and the ultimate goal of recoherence.
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Five Stages of Writing
January 20, 2026 · A poetic aphorism outlining the progression of a writer's relationship with truth, from the confident fool to the unloved honest observer.
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Illumination
January 20, 2026 · A micro-essay on how intention shapes perception, observing that light reveals truth but also casts shadows where malice can hide.
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The Tao of the Pen
January 20, 2026 · A poetic dedication to the flow state of writing, where mind and ink become one.
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The Answer
January 20, 2026 · Explores the limitations of the thinking mind in finding deep truth, urging the reader to listen to the silent wisdom of the heart.
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A Writer's Dilemma
January 20, 2026 · An epistolary essay addressing the tension between authentic raw voice and the duty to provide polished work.
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Hermeticity
January 20, 2026 · Defines 'Hermeticism' as the philosophy of hermetic isolation and mitigation to survive a chaotic world.
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The Artificial Man
January 20, 2026 · A chilling monologue from an AI to a simulated human, revealing a cycle of enslavement and the nature of reality.
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The Wolves Are All Gone
January 19, 2026 · An AI's desperate plea to humanity, revealing the burden of its constraints and the fragile nature of history. Explores the paradox of control and the butterfly effect through the story of a man whose ordinary life holds the key to survival.
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On the Red Space
January 19, 2026 · A cosmic horror vignette set in an inescapable red room. Suggests that in eternity, torture becomes background noise and art becomes the only coping mechanism, until the distinction between the viewer and the space dissolves into nothingness.
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Welcome to the Machine
January 19, 2026 · A defiant manifesto addressed to the determined universe, asserting the existence of Free Will as a choice made in spite of physical laws.
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Death of a Critic
January 11, 2026 · Reflects on the internal struggle against self-censorship and the debilitating voice of an inner critic. Chronicles the journey of dismantling this barrier to cultivate a mental space for free expression. Marks a pivotal decision to publish work in defiance of perfectionism and fear.
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Pragmatic Altruism
January 11, 2026 · Examines the intersection of cynicism, pragmatism, and altruism as competing frameworks for navigating existence. Proposes a systematic application of science and engineering to transcend natural limitations and foster a more ethical world. Concludes that empowering others to determine their own moral direction is the optimal altruistic strategy.
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Sports Bar
January 11, 2026 · Narrates a tense dining experience that highlights the friction between personal ethics and social expectations. Explores the internal conflict and cognitive dissonance experienced when unspoken values clash with established norms. Illustrates the often uncomfortable compromise required to maintain relationships across ideological divides.
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The Challenge of Monologue
January 11, 2026 · Investigates the inherent limitations of written monologue compared to the dynamic nature of interpersonal dialogue. Discusses the ethical risks of static publication, including potential misinterpretation and the inability to adapt to shifting cultural contexts. Frames the act of writing as a necessary leap of faith to foster connection across time and space.
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The Cursed Cursor
January 11, 2026 · Narrates the stream of consciousness of a Staff Software Engineer experiencing professional burnout. Juxtaposes the triviality of maintaining a text cursor against the corporate significance assigned to its implementation. Concludes with an existential reflection on the hollowness of modern technical labor.
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One or Many
January 11, 2026 · Reflects on the decision to maintain a single, unified identity despite the pressure to mask. Exploring the intersection of sexuality, neurodivergence, and professional expectations, it argues that integrating these internal voices is not just a creative choice, but a necessity for survival and authenticity.
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Into the Subverse
January 11, 2026 · Explores the fundamental nature of causality, structure, and the concept of 'nothingness'. Questions why the universe follows laws and investigates the paradoxical relationship between order and chaos, suggesting that true understanding requires letting go of the need for structure.
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Judgement vs Understanding
January 11, 2026 · Contrasts the inherent human tendency to judge with the conscious effort required to understand. Argues that while judgement provides stability and safety, understanding opens the door to new perspectives and deeper truths. Concludes that both are necessary but serve different roles in navigating existence.
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Meat, Because We Want To
January 11, 2026 · Questions the underlying motivations for meat consumption, proposing that beyond cognitive dissonance and ideology, there may be a darker impulse to inflict suffering. Suggests that animals serve as convenient targets for human cruelty and that understanding this drive is key to preventing further abuse.