here are some things i've written:
Kant on Intrinsic Worth
Kant argues that human beings possess intrinsic worth by virtue of their rationality. Like a mathematician uncovering principles already embedded in the natural world, he discovers a logic of human dignity. However, he leaves unanswered the deeper question of why that logic exists at all.
The Modern Misinformation Crisis
Truth-seeking is foundational to human flourishing—so what happens when AI, instead of supporting that pursuit, capitalizes on human impulsivity? As the scientist uses it to cut corners, the journalist to craft seductive narratives, and the teenager to simulate connection, the line between reality and fabrication begins to blur.
What Music Taught Me About Life
For most of my childhood, I saw life as a jigsaw puzzle—something that could be solved cleanly, piece by piece. But through performing music, I discovered that life isn't meant to be solved, but experienced. Music taught me to embrace ambiguity, connect with others, and express what can't be said in words.