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So part of this is all about you, but not in the way you wanted. You're not just a reader in this; you're part of the ensemble; did you see yourself as you read?

I'm gonna fess up and say I didn't read it at first. Within a few seconds when I realised it wasn't about literal backpacks I checked the comments to see if anything of value is discussed. Agreed with the person before me and moved on.

This is how I operate these days I'm afraid. I subconsciously attribute some vague numerical value to anything I do and should it fall under some equally vague threshold the effort is abandoned.

I think the more I work as a coder the more I allow my behaviour to become algorithmic :D

You have to read this in the key of the "tortured artist"

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tortured_artist

There's nothing shallow about this. If you are carrying 75 pounds on your back for 7 days, you had better size a pack that fits your dimensions and then pack it according to best practices. Why experience unnecessary pain and discomfort? Do it right.

In the context of the article, it is shallow.