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Just my thoughts #0834

There are two primary approaches to creating something: bottom-up design and top-down design . Top-down design is often seen in architecture. People do not build bricks randomly; instead, they follow the design drawings created by the architect. This method executes a plan that has already been established. When asked why something is built in a certain way, the answer is usually that the blueprint dictates its design. Conversely, bottom-up design does not start with a fixed goal, but rather involves setting and implementing small, actionable rules. For example, termite nests follow this approach. Small termites have a simple rule: to pile up soil. They do this without knowing the reason, but over time, the finished structure is remarkable and sophisticated. The appearance of the Sagrada Familia church , designed by Antoni Gaudí and still under construction, closely resembles a termite nest, differing only in size. Setting goals and planning is one way to create, but actual achievem...

Just my thoughts #0178

If you’re angry, it’s important to seek an apology from the person who wronged you. Anger that doesn’t lead to an apology becomes a mere emotional release. Sometimes, it can be more beneficial not to hold on to anger, especially when you can’t expect an apology. Mental management allows you to assess the situation. If you believe an apology isn’t forthcoming, you might find it easier to redirect that anger inward, preserving your dignity in the process. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”