Not every blog post has a clear leaning. Is this something I created and crafted? Is this something related to technology, and possibly the work that I do? Is this literature adjacent? None of these really fit when I am musing on a topic. So, let us consider these philosophical topics. A place where I share my thoughts. Topics will be wide ranging, and of course there may be overlap. Try to take a moment to slow down, and think whilst reading here. Let your mind wander. Don’t feel required to agree or disagree.
- Newness of WorkIn March of 2025 I rejoined the workforce after a career break due to burnout. I picked up a fixed term contract facilitated by someone I trusted not to mess me around. I set boundaries, and went into the project knowing that it was not the final answer, but also that having it on my… Read more: Newness of Work
- Double TakeIt is that time of year where the Christmas holidays run out, and we’re all heading back to work (or already there). Part of that for me, is getting back into my regular technical reading and writing. Re-familiarising myself with what it feels like to sit in front of my computer. Working out what my… Read more: Double Take
- The Greatest GiftChristmas is coming, so we should be philosophising over the best gifts, right? I should be telling you not to give in to consumerism, to take more joy in presence than presents. This is the season for it. But I’m tired. So very tired. And so is everyone around me. The Lists Every “gift giving… Read more: The Greatest Gift
Pippa Hillebrand 