Unsolvable | Seth’s Weblog

An issue with no answer isn’t an issue, it’s a state of affairs we now have to dwell with.

However most current issues do have options. We simply don’t like that answer.

The answer could be difficult, or really feel dangerous, or result in an end result we’re not completely happy about.

It’s tempting to announce that this implies the issue is unsolvable. It’s not. It’s simply not a simple or low-cost answer.

It’s much more tempting to do the worst factor: fake that the issue doesn’t matter. Ignore it. Keep away from individuals who insist that not solely is it an issue, however there’s an answer price pursuing.

Generally, issues ignored merely disappear. Not usually, although.

October 8, 2025