“This transforms even solitary activities into implicit social interactions. It forces us to maintain awareness of our “observed self” alongside our “experiencing self,” creating a kind of persistent self-consciousness. We become performers in our own lives rather than merely participants.”

Gonna noodle on this bit…

He’s going to be the most insufferable podcaster

This is fucking bush league. Imagine telling children they can’t go to a game because your schedule can’t accommodate the league’s greed on short notice…

Skill issue, git gud, sour grapes etc.

Nicely done!