alex

@alexwastaken

curious librarian

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The Age of Books and the Age of Brainrot

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Most people don’t realize it, but writing down what’s stressing you actually removes 80% of the anxiety

might take 6 more months, might take 2 years. it doesn’t matter. we’re locked in until this becomes real. there’s no quitting, no shortcuts, no backing out. every single day we get closer. we’re gonna make this happen no matter what, because that’s the only option. lock in

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founder's mentality

Two under-discussed moats for the next decade are courage and the ability to sit in boredom. Both are hard, AI isn't going to do it for you, and social media is making both rarer.

George Mack substack.com

Choose depth over speed, always. Read long-form articles or books and you'll notice your mind slowly repairing itself. Build long projects, stick with something and don't give up too easily. Train your patience. Don't be scared of boredom.

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met a solo traveler/artist today and she gave me her business card. 10/10, no notes.

Erin Shetron substack.com

“I’m not one of those people with their heads in the clouds; I’m one of those whose entire body has been consumed by the clouds.” — Antero Alli