"Once that technology has taken hold. It becomes ever more difficult to loosen the grips, and escape the illusion of convenience." - I've become convinced I will never learn to speak or read Chinese, and now that apps like Doubao make translation simple, now I'm certain I never will. 🤨
hmm... "The clue for me that it’s an illusion is the StairMaster. It’s the equal and opposite innovation." it's optimizing the environment, isn't that a good thing?
Sure. It can be a good thing. Escalators can be a good thing. StairMasters can be a good thing. But when a healthy individual rides the escalator on their way to the hotel, and then jumps on the StairMaster for exercise, that's the illusion.
I mentioned to Abby that it might be nice to get an E-Mountain Bike for riding on days when my legs are dead from the big, big ride I did the day before, but I still want to get out and ride. That's a convenience.
If I start choosing the E-bike because I just don't have time for the real bike today, I have too much work, I can excuse, excuse, excuse ... The E-bike becomes an Illusion of Convenience.
It’s a rich topic and good subject for a book - and social media - people can form strong opinions and get excited about a debate. 🤨
My mom, actually both my parents and their partners have e-bikes in Wisconsin. Being late 70s/80s, those bikes greatly extend their reach and enjoyment, but it can be argued they probably exert themselves less than they would otherwise. On balance, it is a strong plus. Personally, I don’t see myself getting on a bike at 80 with the risk of a single spill… but the recumbent or bike at gym will still be fine for me, fingers crossed.
Those are points in favour of these controlled and predictable environments. The Stairmaster and gym bike can be measured in a consistent way that really appeals to the way my mind works.
I just love that e-bikes are waiting for me when I need them. They are a great innovation. I also loved my stationary bike, a Peloton, when I was recovering from my broken ribs. I felt fortunate to have it.
These illusions of convenience, they are different for all of us ... and they can shift for us. When is the same thing a necessity, a convenience, a luxurious convenience, and an illusion of convenience?
"Once that technology has taken hold. It becomes ever more difficult to loosen the grips, and escape the illusion of convenience." - I've become convinced I will never learn to speak or read Chinese, and now that apps like Doubao make translation simple, now I'm certain I never will. 🤨
Ah. Great example.
"Imagine glasses that start off assisting poor vision and gradually challenge the wearer to no longer need them." - that IS a neat idea!
hmm... "The clue for me that it’s an illusion is the StairMaster. It’s the equal and opposite innovation." it's optimizing the environment, isn't that a good thing?
Sure. It can be a good thing. Escalators can be a good thing. StairMasters can be a good thing. But when a healthy individual rides the escalator on their way to the hotel, and then jumps on the StairMaster for exercise, that's the illusion.
I mentioned to Abby that it might be nice to get an E-Mountain Bike for riding on days when my legs are dead from the big, big ride I did the day before, but I still want to get out and ride. That's a convenience.
If I start choosing the E-bike because I just don't have time for the real bike today, I have too much work, I can excuse, excuse, excuse ... The E-bike becomes an Illusion of Convenience.
It’s a rich topic and good subject for a book - and social media - people can form strong opinions and get excited about a debate. 🤨
My mom, actually both my parents and their partners have e-bikes in Wisconsin. Being late 70s/80s, those bikes greatly extend their reach and enjoyment, but it can be argued they probably exert themselves less than they would otherwise. On balance, it is a strong plus. Personally, I don’t see myself getting on a bike at 80 with the risk of a single spill… but the recumbent or bike at gym will still be fine for me, fingers crossed.
Those are points in favour of these controlled and predictable environments. The Stairmaster and gym bike can be measured in a consistent way that really appeals to the way my mind works.
I just love that e-bikes are waiting for me when I need them. They are a great innovation. I also loved my stationary bike, a Peloton, when I was recovering from my broken ribs. I felt fortunate to have it.
These illusions of convenience, they are different for all of us ... and they can shift for us. When is the same thing a necessity, a convenience, a luxurious convenience, and an illusion of convenience?
I can see where the book will help sort that out!