On Deep Thinking

Many praise deep thinking ^{1 2 3}, but few realize the harm that it can bring.

Being in deep thought is not something that can easily be turned on or off. It’s such a difficult task that people make a living convincing others they can master™ it ⁴.

The other day I was in such deep thought that I walked directly into a turnstile. Mind you, I was entering the subway. The kicker was that I forgot I needed to pay before entering. Reality hit me swiftly in my center of gravity. Thankfully it was just a waste-high turnstile ⁵, and not the kind that would’ve turned me into lunch meat⁶.

Deep thinking has its merits, but it’s not always safest to practice in public. Be safe, and remember, don’t think and stride.