this new yorker piece is unrelated to anything having to do with nepal, international development, climate, shenanigans or whatever it is i usually write about. however, it does dovetail nicely with the
thoughts i've been having about my next, post-nepal steps, as well as the happiness i've felt today as i've gotten birthday wishes from all over the world, from the people i've been lucky enough to meet in the past few years (thanks, facebook). despite my general annoyance over the irresponsible and sensationalist ways scientific research gets written about in popular media, i found this blend of pop neuroscience, cultural commentary, and personal affirmation hilariously funny (particularly the description of the Composure Class), exceptionally well-written, and at times profoundly moving. i particularly liked this quote:
"Happiness is a measure of how thickly the unconscious parts of our minds are intertwined with other people and with activities. Happiness is determined by how much information and affection flows through us covertly every day and year.”
Something to bear in mind, perhaps.
I LOVE THAT ARTICLE. And you. And the fact that we both like...stuff...in common.
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