Futures Thinking
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We learn at different rates and different ways
Being inside academia for 19 years, my relationship with the school has been a roller coaster ride. Sometimes, I feel inadequate whenever I don’t excel as much as everybody else in the class. Download free eBook: What I learned about life after spending 19 years in school With my family believing in what I can Read more
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Letter no. 15
Dear reader from the future, How do you build your life around material possession these days? Does the market still lure you into endless consumerism or help you live your life with less? Systems really do shape how we live our lives, isn’t it? It’s a curious thing that after not seeing my friends for Read more
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The future of poultry farming and the next pandemic
Yes, we’re all asking when will all this end. And it’s even overwhelming to think of another pandemic, should it happen. But since history rhymes, it’s good to pay attention to the signals and current trends so that the future won’t catch us off guard. And if you’re a fan of eating chicken, then it’s Read more
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Letter no. 14
Dear reader from the future, I have heard so many times how people rant about the lack of systems. Their sentiments usually revolve around wishing for systems to be in place and provide a streamlined process for them to move forward. Admittedly, I find myself in the same circumstances and agree that you are not Read more
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The future of office space
It’s been a year since I said goodbye to the office. But, perhaps, you did too. Not all of us had this flexibility to work from home, but to some of us who do (and enjoyed this new setup), we hope to have it linger and, eventually, stay for good. From Many people don’t want Read more
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Are gas stations on the decline?
Here’s a very good view from The economics of gas stations: And from the same article, the major contributors for this decline are: Natural gas is getting cheaper and more popular Electric vehicles (EVs) and driverless cars pose a long-term threat to gas sales Real estate in urban areas (NYC, DC, San Francisco, Boston) can be utilized for Read more
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Are you going to eat cultured meat?
Perhaps, another question you like answered is when you are going to start seeing cultured meat on the store shelves. And what problem is it trying to address, anyway? Cultured meat is supposed to be an alternative to traditional meat that has a high carbon footprint, which contributes to climate change. (Is climate change real?) Read more
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