Make Something Heavy

This essay from Anu Atluru entitled "Make Something Heavy" is an excellent read about the idea that meaningful work takes iteration and intention.

"The modern makers’ machine does not want you to create heavy things. It runs on the internet—powered by social media, fueled by mass appeal, and addicted to speed. It thrives on spikes, scrolls, and screenshots. It resists weight and avoids friction. It does not care for patience, deliberation, or anything but production."

It's a little bit of ant-AI thinking sprinkled on a much bigger idea that the work, the process, the act of making are crucial to the end result. It reminds me of the advice I think about the most often - "learn to love the process." It often sounds trite but it's a nice reminder that hitting a wall is part of finding the solution.

Anyway, great read! Get it into your brain.