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What does it mean?
He considered publishing a book while expressing cynicism about the world.
In plain terms
He said publishing a book might not matter since the world is ending.
What can you take from it?
Cynicism can diminish the perceived value of legacy work.

Where it applies

  • writing
  • career decisions
  • personal projects

Putting it to work

  • publish work regardless
  • find personal meaning

Questions to consider

  • Why create if things end?
  • Does purpose require permanence?

Another view

Cynicism can discourage sharing valuable work.

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