I wish you the best in the Offline

Several individuals recently announced their departure from social media, AI usage, or the Internet entirely. In "Goodbye, Forever, Probably," Salma shared her retirement from the internet, citing her dissatisfaction with DevRel and the constant need to be a public face. She has since made the move to the Offline and is now an individual contributor at a good company. Salma remains content with her decision.

Chad Whitacre, on the other hand, announced his retirement with a typewriter-written letter. His plan is to lay low and create a zine about religion. This choice has left me curious about his financial situation, as I wonder whether $10 zines are sufficient to support his rural lifestyle near Pittsburgh. I speculate on potential sources of his income, such as a trust fund, inheritance, or Bitcoin gains, assuming he has made early retirement decisions.

Brett Codes also shared his post, "I'm done using AI (and video)," which sparked a heated debate online. Based on his subsequent videos, Brett seems content with his decision, likely because he stays true to his beliefs - a vegan, a dumb-phone user, and someone who dislikes social norms. I admire his perspective, as he found fulfillment in distancing himself from the mainstream.

However, I recognize the risks of relying solely on this decision, as one can either be proven correct and continue to be needed in an ever-evolving world or proven wrong and left behind. Either way, I wish him the best as he unplugs from the machine.