I like semicolons, I think they help writing be more like speech in some ways, helpful in creating a visual architecture for ideas. But I care much more about their function than their appearance.
To add on to 44, I wonder if there is an optimal duration between thought and action, that sweet spot between procrastination/self-doubt and being rash
Interesting! I suspect there's nuance here. If the thought relates to a bad habit or a distraction, we're better off delaying the action for as long as possible (and the thought generally passes). If the thought relates to something constructive, we're better off translating it to action as soon as we can.
why don't you like semicolons?
It’s an important question. I could do a bit more of a deep dive on this but mostly it’s just because they’re so ugly they make me sick.
I like semicolons, I think they help writing be more like speech in some ways, helpful in creating a visual architecture for ideas. But I care much more about their function than their appearance.
Absolutely! It is, of course, an immensely personal affair. Many wonderful writers use them, as well they should.
To add on to 44, I wonder if there is an optimal duration between thought and action, that sweet spot between procrastination/self-doubt and being rash
Interesting! I suspect there's nuance here. If the thought relates to a bad habit or a distraction, we're better off delaying the action for as long as possible (and the thought generally passes). If the thought relates to something constructive, we're better off translating it to action as soon as we can.
Great questions