Archive - The Small Dark Light

You, Me and the AI Genie

Staying human in a posthuman age

Apr 23 •

More Interesting Problems to Have

We all have troubles, but do you have the right kind?

Jul 21, 2024 •

Narcissism and Validity

Self-obsession, approval-seeking and their alternatives

Jul 30, 2022 •

The Third Arrow

Reacting to your reactions to your reactions

Jul 28, 2023 •

Artists Are Children

…which helps explain their puzzling behaviour

Jul 14, 2024 •

The Banshees of Inisherin and the Tragic Worldview

What does McDonagh's film tell us about the nature of reality, and what are we going to do about it?

Mar 16, 2023 •

What causes tension?

And indecision, avoidance, perfectionism and all that fun stuff?

Aug 18, 2024 •

Beginner's Mind

Exploring a theme

May 14, 2023 •

Authenticity and Compromise

Do the right work or work the right way?

Jan 2 •

The Small Dark Light's mission statement

Dec 18, 2020 •

Announcements and Updates

Enabling paid subscriptions! Also other things

Aug 25, 2024 •

What Makes Us Happy?

Asserting ourselves and pursuing goals? Or losing ourselves and doing nothing?

Aug 27, 2022 •

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