“ We protect ourselves with the childish: neutral-toned decor, minimalist technology, popular movies, basic clothing styles, or esthetic (i.e., visually appeali

“ We protect ourselves with the childish: neutral-toned decor, minimalist technology, popular movies, basic clothing styles, or esthetic (i.e., visually appealing) images.” I’d sort of argue the opposite, childish would be a huge improvement. it’s wild seeing like old McDonald’s filled with amusements geared towards children, instead we’ve sort of optimized for this safe early thirties aesthetic. It is boring in the way that adults who used to be cool slip into the monotony of work and childcare, but have nostalgia for the sort of safest experiences of their twenties. Like a soccer mom sneaking a listen to hootie and the blowfish while running to pickup a Starbucks at half time.