Skill nostalgia

According to Aeon, author Joshua Habgood-Coote explores a curious cultural shift: the growing appeal of hands-on crafts like beekeeping, baking, and leatherwork. His essay asks a fundamental question—is this trend rooted in escapism, or does it signal something more meaningful? Specifically, whether we're witnessing a radical rethinking of work and fulfillment in an increasingly digital world.

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