{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67b533bbd24f7fcce838efbd/67b539c1ef66dc14d1fdb7ae?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Google’s Quantum Computer Is Giving Me An Existential Crisis","description":"<p>Okay, let’s get existential. A listener wrote in to say that Google’s quantum computer, Willow, has them spiraling—and honestly, I get it. Quantum computers, parallel realities, and the whole <em>what does it all mean?!</em> vibe can make you feel like a tiny speck in the grand scheme of things. So, how do we deal with those “too much universe, not enough me” moments?</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we’re tackling existential dread head-on. I’ll share why these moments of crisis can actually be a good thing (yes, really), how to stay grounded when the world feels overwhelming, and what we <em>can</em> control when it feels like everything else is out of our hands.</p><p><br></p><p>Spoiler: The Plotline© journal is perfect for processing these big, mind-bending thoughts and reminding yourself that <em>you</em> are the main character—quantum computers be damned. Grab yours at<a href=\"http://doitfortheplotline.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> <strong>doitfortheplotline.com</strong></a> or follow <a href=\"https://instagram.com/theplotlinejournal\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>@theplotlinejournal</strong></a> for ideas on how to write your way out of the spiral.</p><p><br></p><p>Also, come find me on Instagram <a href=\"https://instagram.com/meghan_mctavish\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>@meghan_mctavish</strong></a>—let’s bond over how weird and wonderful the universe is. Because existential crises aren’t so scary when you’ve got a friend to share them with.</p><p><br></p><p>Big questions, small steps. Let’s dive in.</p><p><br></p><p>X Meghan</p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Meghan McTavish"}