domain | nealmueller.com |
summary | The text appears mixed between two sections: descriptions from various points throughout history on common inventions viewed negatively or skeptically for their supposed negative impacts (such as unemployment due to personal computers in 1980s), followed by a motivational quote attributed incorrectly at first glance but then clarified towards the end.
To summarize:
Historically, several innovations have been met with skepticism and fear over potential societal harm. In the late 19th century, electricity was seen more of a danger rather than an advancement due to fears it might start fires or disrupt daily life rhythms unnecessarily. The introduction of bicycles in that same era raised concerns about health issues for riders (such as physical strain) alongside moral critiques.
By contrast:
The latter part contains a motivational quote by Theodore Roosevelt emphasizing the fulfillment derived from using one's abilities towards recognized, meaningful goals—an encouragement to embrace purpose and impact over complaints or fears concerning technological advancements. This stands in stark difference with historical apprehensions about innovation; instead it offers an optimistic view on personal empowerment through purposeful work.
In summary: Past inventions like electricity (1880s), bicycles (1880s) typewriters (1870s, etc.), were initially met with fear and skepticism for potential negative societal impacts. In contrast, a later quote by Theodore Roosevelt champions the joy found in using one's skills meaningfully as an antidote to such fears; it doesn't criticize technological advancements but instead focuses on personal fulfillment through purposeful work against any perceived detriments of progress or technology. |
title | Neal Mueller |
description | This website is a collection of things I find inspiring. My interests include climbing, oceans and flight. |
keywords | life, have, airlines, understanding, flight, security, general, behavior, time, plane, world, want, full, will, lists, airport, being |
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nslookup | A 192.0.78.234, A 192.0.78.182 |
created | 2024-02-13 |
updated | 2025-07-01 |
summarized | 2025-07-01 |
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