Fika Challenge: Highlights from Weeks 2 and 3

If you still don’t know what the Fika Challenge is, you can check it out here. You still have time, hurry up.

It’s been two weeks filled with really interesting articles created in Fika, shared with others, and generating plenty of noise and genuinely satisfying reading moments.

Here you’ll find the most original and interesting blog posts published over the last two weeks:

(published between 15–28 of November)

Azhù opens the week with a sharp collection of thoughts, observations, and tiny moments that hit surprisingly deep. A light read that leaves you thinking.
https://azhu.fika.bar/weekly-snippets-1-01KA23C3JFV966DNBM5FG8YVSS

Jacob looks back at the moment he chose to completely rewrite his future, sharing an honest, intimate snapshot of change, fear and clarity. A powerful, personal read.
https://jacobbamio.fika.bar/the-year-i-decided-to-rewrite-my-future-01K9SYFER0STQ8SGNC2ZW5WEJQ

Abba shares a grounded reflection on what it really means to “stay human” in a chaotic world, mixing warmth, honesty and a quiet push to slow down. A gentle, resonant read.
https://abbaing.fika.bar/stay-human-01KA6HRSAMPTHERMB79C1Q9NKK

Ray dives into the bittersweet tension between who we are and who we try to be, blending sharp insight with a vulnerable, almost nostalgic tone. A beautifully reflective piece.
https://ray-garcia.fika.bar/the-pains-of-being-pure-at-heart-01KA435VVCJZ864GENFJ1219SK

Genís embraces the chaos of creative flow, turning a messy writing session into a fun, self-aware exploration of how ideas actually take shape. Light, honest and relatable. https://genis.fika.bar/the-vibe-writing-mess-01KA8CTNA4AWCWYA3A27BWHSHP

Willow shares a thoughtful look at what it means to raise kids when AI is part of everyday life, blending curiosity, humour and a grounded sense of responsibility. A smart, reflective read.
https://dailyfieldnotes.fika.bar/raising-humans-in-the-age-of-chatgpt-01KAJRCHVH813Y10PN31P62K07

Aybée digs into why we’re strangely drawn to discomfort, mixing personal insight with a sharp, almost playful exploration of human behaviour. Bold, curious, and surprisingly uplifting.
https://aybee.fika.bar/we-love-pain-seriously-01KAJFDYS7DCKWRX4S4RTXZ0YP

Pedro breaks down a practical, developer-friendly way to review your AI agent’s work locally, offering a clear snapshot of how to debug, test and iterate faster. Concise, technical and genuinely useful.
https://pedro.fika.bar/reviewing-your-agents-work-locally-with-g-01KANA06D42DGKJ1M6W97QYAER

CRTD delivers a moody, intimate snapshot built around three “ghosts” that linger in memory, blending atmosphere, vulnerability and sharp visual storytelling. Haunting in the best way.
https://crtd.fika.bar/crtd-3-ghosts-01KAPBZFBN08SZWAB90A1Z9DSY

Daviz questions whether product design as we know it is reaching an end, blending sharp industry insight with a bold, provocative take on where the craft is headed. A punchy, thought-starter.
https://daviz.fika.bar/esta-acabado-el-product-design-01K9STQ1990268GZ0K0NX1XWMW

Álvaro offers a clear, accessible introduction to voice agents, breaking down how they work, why they matter, and where they're headed. A crisp, beginner-friendly tech explainer.
https://atrancon.fika.bar/introduction-to-voice-agents-01KAXEMYF9EZF0VARNK6DQGVF3

Rene captures the universal struggle of simply sitting down to write, turning a familiar battle with resistance into a warm, honest reminder that starting is always the hardest part. A relatable nudge forward.
https://renegalindo.fika.bar/sitting-down-is-the-hardest-part-of-writing-01KB27G429AB4RSD78MRYZQC8M

Threes explores what strategy even means when the world feels “headless,” blending sharp analysis with a calm, thoughtful take on how to navigate uncertainty. A smart, grounded read.
https://threes.fika.bar/strategy-in-a-headless-world-01KA3MDJ4HE41DTEXVDNJQETPX

Genar reflects on the art of shifting perspective, moving between the big picture and the tiny details that shape it. A calm, insightful piece about seeing more by looking twice.
https://genar.fika.bar/zoom-out-zoom-in-01KAQXGKBXJAZZ00DFJYEKWMVZ

Gonzalo unpacks the messy reality of time-tracking at work and explains why it pushed him to build Susana, blending personal frustration with a sharp look at workplace culture. Practical, honest and eye-opening.
https://gonzalo.fika.bar/el-dilema-del-control-horario-y-por-que-construi-susana-01KB31AJJ3WF60Y0TZQEDBRM4S

Two weeks in, it is clear that writing becomes easier when we show up even on the days when inspiration feels far away. Keep sharing your thoughts, your drafts, your experiments and your strange ideas. Every post encourages someone else to start. Let’s fill the next week with even more voices and even more stories.