You know, I've tried getting into the indie web a few times. I love the spirit of anarchism, creativity and personal expression that lives in it.
However, any time I looked at these websites I think to myself: "Hey, this is cool and nothing about it interests me.". I love those personal blogs where a nerd talks about a specific problem I am currently having, e.g. in programming. But other than that.. I don't know.
I think it’s worth it to keep exploring, even with my limited time spent there, I realized there are SO many different spaces and communities. I say give it another shot!
Such a great and useful piece. I’ve been feeling so bored of the platforms. I do think personal web pages are going to make a comeback too. I personally might be underestimating how much power the platforms have over our habits but I think it’s plausible that there’s enough of us out there who are looking for a bigger world.❤️🔥
The article is truly clear and quite logical; especially the idea of stepping outside algorithm-driven navigation and returning to a more open form of exploration is very well grounded. The indie web approach, built on curiosity, randomness, and discovery, offers a strong alternative to today’s consumption-driven habits.
From a functional perspective, this approach also makes sense. The brain tends to enter a narrowing loop when it is constantly fed similar types of content, and algorithms are designed to reinforce exactly that loop. In contrast, random exploration activates different stimuli, increases cognitive flexibility, and enhances the likelihood of forming new connections.
If we take it one step further, perhaps the issue is not only about navigating more freely, but also about recognizing how the brain becomes locked into these repetitive loops. Once this awareness emerges, a person doesn’t just “drift,” but also begins to clearly see when they are being directed. That, in turn, makes the experience far more conscious and profound.
"What if we’re chronically on social media not because of addiction, but because that’s where everything and everybody is?"
Is it a reason though? If everyone is on the smoke break, does it mean you should go and smoke too to socialize? Yeah, you can just stand there and talk without smoking, but you know how much your environment shapes you.
So proud to have been the first collab on your newsletter! It's been a joy working on this project <3
Thank you for being a part of it <3
I love this. Everything here. I was just thinking about some of these topics yesterday. Saving for later!
You know, I've tried getting into the indie web a few times. I love the spirit of anarchism, creativity and personal expression that lives in it.
However, any time I looked at these websites I think to myself: "Hey, this is cool and nothing about it interests me.". I love those personal blogs where a nerd talks about a specific problem I am currently having, e.g. in programming. But other than that.. I don't know.
I think it’s worth it to keep exploring, even with my limited time spent there, I realized there are SO many different spaces and communities. I say give it another shot!
Such a great and useful piece. I’ve been feeling so bored of the platforms. I do think personal web pages are going to make a comeback too. I personally might be underestimating how much power the platforms have over our habits but I think it’s plausible that there’s enough of us out there who are looking for a bigger world.❤️🔥
The article is truly clear and quite logical; especially the idea of stepping outside algorithm-driven navigation and returning to a more open form of exploration is very well grounded. The indie web approach, built on curiosity, randomness, and discovery, offers a strong alternative to today’s consumption-driven habits.
From a functional perspective, this approach also makes sense. The brain tends to enter a narrowing loop when it is constantly fed similar types of content, and algorithms are designed to reinforce exactly that loop. In contrast, random exploration activates different stimuli, increases cognitive flexibility, and enhances the likelihood of forming new connections.
If we take it one step further, perhaps the issue is not only about navigating more freely, but also about recognizing how the brain becomes locked into these repetitive loops. Once this awareness emerges, a person doesn’t just “drift,” but also begins to clearly see when they are being directed. That, in turn, makes the experience far more conscious and profound.
"What if we’re chronically on social media not because of addiction, but because that’s where everything and everybody is?"
Is it a reason though? If everyone is on the smoke break, does it mean you should go and smoke too to socialize? Yeah, you can just stand there and talk without smoking, but you know how much your environment shapes you.
Down the webs' highway
Enticed by the scenery
Nostalgia reveals
My first haiku is for you, Mapu
solid take on this. curious how it plays out long term