Category: Insight

Drawing Wisdom from Jenny Odell’s “How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy” Odell explores the idea of ‘doing nothing’ as a form of resistance against the demands of a productivity-obsessed culture. She argues that the constant drive for efficiency and output can lead to burnout and a disconnection from the community and environment. By…

As I write this, I’m 35. I’m starting to notice my parents getting older. But “age is just a number.” Right? Chronological age should not be a definitive marker of one’s abilities, potential, or societal roles. Michel Foucault’s ideas on power dynamics within institutions offer insight into parts of society (not just biology) that shape…