Given the number of people who comment/vote on articles without reading them (everywhere, not just on HN), this seems like a great use case for LLMs. Probably if there was a short summary of every article directly under the title, discussion quality would improve.
The article explores the concept of reevaluating ideas we consider bad and highlights the importance of questioning our assumptions. The author shares a personal experience of interviewing Jimmy Fallon and initially hesitating to request a follow-up call for additional information. However, when the author finally reached out, Fallon expressed appreciation and saw it as a sign of thoroughness rather than a burden. This interaction made the author question other ideas they had deemed bad. The article suggests asking simple questions to challenge our assumptions: Why do I think it's a bad idea? How do I actually know it's a bad idea? Am I the only one who thinks this? What's the worst that can happen if I'm wrong? The author encourages seeking social information and considering others' experiences before making a decision. They also share a personal realization about asking for favors, discovering that it can strengthen relationships instead of burdening others. The article concludes by encouraging readers to take risks, embrace possibilities, and engage with the world to gain experiences and potentially benefit others. The author also refers to a previous newsletter about focusing on one's strengths rather than trying to do everything.
The article encourages questioning ideas deemed bad, sharing a story about Jimmy Fallon appreciating thoroughness. It suggests asking simple questions, seeking social information, and taking risks to gain experiences. It concludes with a reference to a previous newsletter on focusing on strengths.
