Lumen Drops

Antennae for droplets of received wisdom

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

 

Burning the midnight oil—habitually staying up late—

significantly disrupts the body's circadian rhythm, leading to severe long-term health risks including a 10% higher risk
of early death. It causes cognitive impairment, metabolic disorders, weakened immunity, and increased risk of cancer. 
It also lowers productivity, causing mistakes, stress, and mental health issues.


Tuesday, February 17, 2026

 

"Radical self-care is a non-consumerist approach to well-being that prioritizes personal needs and healing as a form

of resistance against burnout and systemic oppression.  It involves setting firm boundaries, cultivating 

self-compassion, and actively removing toxic elements (people, habits, obligations) to protect mental, 

physical, and emotional health."


AI-assisted compilation



Monday, February 16, 2026

 

"What do they say about cats. I think it's something like a dog considers you their best friend, 
a cat considers you an employee."



Sunday, February 15, 2026

 

"The opposite of love is indifference."



Saturday, February 14, 2026


 

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

 

"Nothing’s wrong as far as I can see… We make it harder than it has to be.”


Tuesday, February 10, 2026


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