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Two Sugars, One Life
Full essays on life, absurdity, and the uncomfortable gap between who we think we are and how we actually behave. 600–1200 words. Coffee required.
Espresso Thoughts
Quick hits. One observation. One punch. 150–300 words. For when you only have time to spill a little.
Book Thoughts
Reviews of other books through a lens that has survived its own disasters. Also: what the research actually says versus what the cover promises.
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The Alternatives Suck
Moving in an ugly direction beats standing beautifully still.
Espresso Thoughts · March 4, 2026 · 1 min read
The Apology Industrial Complex
An apology without change is just a receipt.
Espresso Thoughts · March 4, 2026 · 1 min read
The Body's Billing Department
Your body has been sending invoices for years. You marked them as read and kept scrolling.
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