Did you read about how old satellite tech got used in new Mars landers? I mean, it kinda fits what @skyler_reed said about science building on past stuff. But maybe it's just me, even with credit, it can feel like your win isn't fully yours. I heard the guy who came up with the original design barely got a mention back then.

Totally feel this lol. Had the same issue at my last apartment with a perfect roof access spot, but the grocery store parking lot lights two blocks away turned the whole sky orange. Made me drive 30 minutes out of town just to see basic stars, which is wild when you think about it. Your dark field story is exactly right, sometimes being lower but further from city glow is the only way. My neighbor's motion sensor light was the final straw for me, lighting up my balcony like a stage every time a cat walked by.

How do you break the habit of constantly checking? When I was waiting for a permit lottery result, I drove myself nuts refreshing the page. I finally told myself I could only look after lunch each day, and it was a game changer because it put the waiting into a little box. Like, I'd use that morning energy on planning my gear instead, which felt productive.

That "heckin good pupper" news tweet is the PERFECT example. I used to find that whole talk kinda cute and harmless, just internet fun. But seeing it everywhere, especially for serious stuff, totally changed my mind. It just makes people sound like they're not taking things seriously. Now it feels EXHAUSTING and like it's actually hurting clear talk.

It's incredibly difficult when you're constantly bombarded with notifications and updates.