The article suggests convenience can be a “trade-off.” What do we gain from convenience, and what do we quietly lose?, Which convenience has improved your life the most (delivery apps, streaming, online banking, maps, etc.)—and what is the hidden cost?, The author argues we’re “wired” to save effort. Do you think we need to add “good difficulty” to our lives on purpose (exercise, learning, cooking)? Why?, The article links phones/social media to anxiety and loneliness. How can something that connects us also make us feel more alone?, Avoiding difficult conversations can feel convenient in the short term. What is one example where avoiding a problem makes it bigger later?, Dating apps make meeting people easier, but they may change how we date. Do they make relationships easier or harder in the long term? Why?, What “inconvenient” habits build strong people (discipline, patience, social skills)? Which one do you want to improve?, If you could design a school, office, or city to fight “too much convenience,” what two rules or changes would you add—and why?

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