Plans you're not supposed to talk about (dynomight.net)

Article summary

The article discusses the concept of 'plans you're not supposed to talk about', where individuals or groups make decisions or take actions without openly discussing their true motivations or intentions. This can be seen in various aspects of life, such as relationships, politics, and public health. The article provides several examples of such plans, including a romantic relationship, climate change mitigation, and public health policies. The author suggests that these plans often work best when not explicitly discussed, and that understanding the reasons behind this can be beneficial.

Main themes

• public health policy
• climate change mitigation
• consumption and sustainability
• economics and policy
• human behavior and motivation
• communication and transparency

What commenters say

• Some argue that public health policies, such as mask mandates, are implemented without fully disclosing their limitations or potential drawbacks.
• Others believe that reducing consumption is the key to mitigating climate change, but acknowledge that this is a difficult sell to the general public.
• A carbon tax is proposed as a potential solution to reduce consumption and encourage more sustainable behaviors.
• There is disagreement on whether people would be willing to give up certain conveniences or luxuries for the benefit of the environment, with some arguing that it would require significant changes in societal values.
• The idea of 'doing less' is suggested as a potential solution to environmental problems, but others argue that this is unrealistic or unfeasible.
• Some commenters argue that the true cost of consumption is not reflected in market prices, and that a carbon tax could help to internalize these costs.
• Others express skepticism about the effectiveness of such measures, citing the potential for unintended consequences or the difficulty of enforcing them.