Human Patterns A Structured Exploration of the World, Top to Bottom

One-word prompts are fun?

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This is my first one-word prompt and the idea is just to take a word and write for sixty seconds as much as you want about that word.

Word: approval

It just wasn’t in the cards I guess. Timing, luck, whatever you want to call it. It just wasn’t meant to happen.

I thought it might have though, and that’s probably where the rub is. It’s a house, the American dream you know? I don’t know. Maybe times are just different now, that’s all.

Annalise will be so sad. But what am I supposed to do. We didn’t get the approval for the house and that’s that. How am I supposed to tell her that?

Hm, that was interesting. Post a word in the comments and I’ll try and use it for the next one-word prompt. Thanks for checking in out!

About the author

Caleb Jacobo

I’m a husband, father of five, and lifelong learner with a deep curiosity about how structured thinking can unlock deeper understanding and more effective problem-solving.

For over two decades, I’ve explored psychology, philosophy, technology, art, and faith—seeking patterns and connections across disciplines to build a cohesive, proof-based approach to thinking.

As someone on the autism spectrum, my mind naturally gravitates toward structure, systems, and deep analysis. Writing is how I refine my thoughts, clarify complex ideas, and ensure that insights are not just explored, but demonstrated and made applicable.

This blog is more than just a space for discussion—it is a living system for structured exploration, where creativity, business, philosophy, and personal growth intersect. Every post begins with my own thinking, and while I use digital tools to assist with clarity and organization, the reasoning, insights, and conclusions are entirely my own.

I write to think deeply, connect ideas across disciplines, and provide a structured framework that others can apply to their own work and lives. If that resonates with you, I hope you’ll stick around.

For more on my approach to writing and structured thought, see the About This Blog page.

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By Caleb Jacobo
Human Patterns A Structured Exploration of the World, Top to Bottom