Analogies can be like Jedi mind tricks: hyper convincing, but sometimes they paper over a messier reality.

· Bits and Bobs 4/20/26
  • Analogies can be like Jedi mind tricks: hyper convincing, but sometimes they paper over a messier reality.
    • They can easily rise to the level of flim-flam.
    • The best metaphors are resonant.
    • The most dangerous metaphors are hollow.