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"Take the lead" is certainly an expression used in the UK to denote guiding people, as in "I'll take the lead". I assume both come from ballroom dancing.

I'm sure it's used elsewhere but it may also simply be a conflation of the two.

Very much so - it's why I came into the comments.

I move back and forth between the standards. My laptop and 75% mechanical are ANSI, my work laptop and Bluetooth keyboard are ISO.

You'd be surprised how quickly you get used to switching between them.

Unfortunately, you violated the law slightly by asking a question!

Cunningham's Law states "the best way to get the right answer on the internet is not to ask a question; it's to post the wrong answer."

I don't read many, but Geraint Thomas' autobiography, 'The Tour According to G' is really enjoyable.

I think you're underestimating the intelligence of average people. There's definitely a lack of knowledge, but average people are plenty smart to invent everything you've listed. It just takes time and is an iterative process.

I guess that's the part where it screeches and wails like a banshee for about ten minutes?

Definitely yes, but like all philosophies your understanding will develop as you age and your perspective changes.

Consider the book Happy by Deren Brown. It's a great summary of Ancient philosophies and then a good 'entry level' introduction to Stoicism.

I love calling someone a 'berk'. Simple, harmless word but it's got a good affectionate ring to it.

It's a great idea - I don't have much time for gaming anymore, but I'm sure others would be keen to participate!

I missed the '(1946)' at first and wondered at the words "considered Top Secret".

I'm slightly confused by the phrase "get back into crumpets" - you fell out of love with them? That's like falling out of love with breathing!