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Society
12 hand-picked reads on society — articles and idea threads to think, save, and grow.
Articles
SOCIETY
Why Remote Work Is Reshaping Our Cities and Social Lives
Sneha Pillai · 7 min read
SOCIETY
Why More People Are Choosing the Childfree Life: A Deep Dive
Priya Menon · 7 min read
SOCIETY
Why Millennials Are Leaving Religion: 5 Key Reasons
Rohan Mehta · 7 min read
SOCIETY
Why Social Media Makes Us Lonely: The Paradox of Connection
Ananya Iyer · 5 min read
Idea threads
7 CARDS · THREAD
Why modern friendships are disappearing — and how to reverse it
Our social lives are shrinking. Research shows that Americans have fewer close friends than ever. But the problem isn't just technology — it's a structural shift in how we live.
Vikram Joshi
7 CARDS · THREAD
The Broken Window Fallacy: Why Destruction Doesn't Boost the Economy
A classic economic fallacy that keeps appearing in policy debates. Understanding it changes how you see 'stimulus' spending.
Priya Menon
7 CARDS · THREAD
The Banality of Bureaucracy: How Forms Shape Our Lives
We rarely think about it, but paperwork and administrative procedures silently dictate our access to rights, resources, and recognition. This thread explores the hidden power of bureaucracy.
Arjun Nair
6 CARDS · THREAD
The Hidden Algorithm of Social Status
Status isn't just about wealth or fame—it's a complex game of signals we all play, often without realizing it.
Vikram Joshi
6 CARDS · THREAD
The Invisible Tax: How Poor Design Punishes the Poor
From cracked sidewalks to confusing forms, poor design disproportionately burdens those with fewer resources. Here's why the 'user experience' gap is a social justice issue.
Vikram Joshi
7 CARDS · THREAD
The Paradox of Choice: Why More Makes Us Miserable
In modern society, abundance of choice seems liberating, but research shows it often leads to anxiety, regret, and paralysis. This thread explores the hidden costs of too many options.
Aditya Sharma
7 CARDS · THREAD
The Banality of Bystanding: How We All Become Complicit
We often assume that evil requires malicious intent. But history and psychology show that most harm is done by ordinary people who simply choose to look away. This thread explores the silent machinery of complicity.
Ananya Iyer
7 CARDS · THREAD
The Friendship Paradox: Why Your Friends Have More Friends Than You
Ever felt like everyone else is more popular? It's not just you—it's math. The friendship paradox reveals a surprising truth about social networks and our perception of popularity.
Ananya Iyer