Lost Debate How to Think About 2026
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Dec 3, 2025 Explore the transformative forces shaping 2026, from the impact of AI and China’s industrial rise to the complexities of U.S. politics. Dive into Ravi's personal journey tackling attention poverty and embracing a flip phone for focus. Discover the intriguing implications of rising weight-loss drugs and the economic pressures of increasing small-business bankruptcies. Unearth the fractures within the GOP and Democratic Party as well as the growing concerns over AI regulation. It's a thought-provoking reflection on the future and the questions we must confront.
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Moral Anarchy And Attention Poverty
- Ravi Gupta frames our era as defined by moral anarchy and attention poverty.
- He argues rebuilding personal moral codes and reducing device dependency matter more than external institutions.
Reclaim Attention With Device And Habit Changes
- Try using a flip phone and separate devices to reclaim focus and protect writing time.
- Ravi recommends checking email twice daily, cutting meetings, and prioritizing depth over quantity.
Tracking Small Acts To Build Purpose
- Ravi keeps a personal list of "lassos" to track small acts of kindness daily.
- He says reviewing these moments gives purpose and can lift low moods or mild depression.