I Spent 47 Minutes Choosing a Toothbrush on Amazon
An exploration of decision paralysis, bristle softness ratings, and why having 2,847 options for a $4 purchase isn't actually freedom. Includes a flowchart I made at 2am.
Read more →A blog about turning simple decisions into philosophical dilemmas. Because why choose quickly when you can analyze endlessly?
The Email I've Been Drafting for 3 Weeks
It's 4 sentences. One of them is "Hope this finds you well." I've rewritten it 23 times. A deep dive into why "Best" vs "Thanks" as a sign-off keeps me up at night.
Read more →I Made a Spreadsheet to Decide Where to Eat Lunch
Weighted scoring across 14 criteria including "vibes," "likelihood of running into someone I know," and "acceptable distance to walk in these shoes." The spreadsheet now has tabs.
Read more →Why I Own 4 Identical Black T-Shirts But Can't Pick One
They're the same shirt. I bought them specifically to avoid decision fatigue. Now I spend 10 minutes deciding which one is "the good one." I am not okay.
Read more →The Plant I'm Afraid to Water (A Tragedy in Three Acts)
Too much water? Too little? The soil feels... medium? An investigation into why caring for a succulent—literally the easiest plant—has become my greatest source of anxiety.
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