hammer
A hammer is a simple tool whose very purpose—to deliver forceful blows to hard objects—stands as a testament to humanity’s proclivity for forceful solutions. Its weight and momentum inspire confidence, yet its brute force often sacrifices subtlety and collateral well-being. In the hands of the believer that all problems can be solved by pounding, the gleaming metal head can be both savior and destroyer. So prominent is its presence that, when unused, it becomes nothing more than a cumbersome obstacle. Those dreaming of a universal fix often find themselves narrowing their perspective with every swing of the hammer.