alexi gunner
@idlegaze
cultural strategist
writes idle gaze; a newsletter exploring the undercurrents of the modern zeitgeist.
founder @ idle gaze consulting
cultural futurist @ RADAR
alexi gunner
idlegaze.substack.com
And second, I’ve also noticed from my own experiences, as well as those of my colleagues and clients, that creating art in the material world is a much faster path to feeling heard and emotionally capable than just talking about your inner darkness.
Matt Klein • 3_TRENDS_Vol.27: Elliot Aronow: Sarapocial Relationships, Senseless Data + Boy Talk
I'm intrigued by the concept of "Functional experiences," which marry the best of entertainment, tech and well-being [mental x physical] paired with ancient ritual practices with a twist.
Corvas Brinkerhoff [Meow Wolf] is exploring the benefits of "neuroaesthetics" ["the positive impact of art on the mind"] within the realms of his new Austin... See more
Corvas Brinkerhoff [Meow Wolf] is exploring the benefits of "neuroaesthetics" ["the positive impact of art on the mind"] within the realms of his new Austin... See more
Paul Venuto • feed updates
“If you want to create cultural vibrancy in a city, it’s not just about consumption of alcohol,” says Lutz Leichsenring, a spokesman and executive board member for the Clubcommission Berlin who co-founded VibeLab with Milan. “You need to have a creative space that is both affordable and accessible. Public transportation needs to be accessible for... See more
Montreal Joins Global Nightlife Push for 24-Hour Bars, Restaurants ...
honestly? writing is cardio.
> Comfort is comfortable, writing is uncomfortable (mentally and physically) and to write a lot for a long stretch of time is like being the world’s least coordinated endurance athlete.
i-Dsubstack.com
Surveys show that members of Gen Z are shyer and more risk averse than previous generations, too, and risk aversion may make them less ambitious.
archive.md • 4. The High Cost of a Phone-Based Childhood
We seek intimacy to protect ourselves from feeling alone; and yet creating the distance essential to eroticism means stepping back from the comfort of our partner and feeling more alone.