Welcome stranger ! I'm Théo. This is a space where I petri-dish observations and ideas. The "Small Stabs" section is an ongoing discussion on making progress.[^1] My idea of making progress is based on articulating three simple notions. (1) Identify your most important problem, (2) define the variables you control, and (3) take the most simple step towards resolution. "Apologues" is a repository of heuristics and mental models. They stem from my own work. I find them useful for decision-making and problem solving. The rest speaks for itself. I publish photographs and other visual pieces [over there](https://studio.theolouvel.com). Feel free to take a virtual walk in [[Library|my library]], if you're curious about the [[Topics|topics]] on my radar. You can reach out at the email below, connect on [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/theolouvel/) or leave anonymous feedback [here](https://www.admonymous.co/theolouvel). $ \text{[email protected]} $ [^1]: The name comes from the Japanese word "Sashiko" (刺し子), which literally means small stabs. I don't think anybody needs equations to understand one very large stitch is much weaker than many small ones. I find it to be a compelling metaphor for building resilient systems, making progress and taking risks.