"Convenience is the enemy of inspiration". I thought the same earlier today. Not in those exact words, of course, but it bore the same thought.
I was driving my car to the trainstation when I realised I had forgotten my wallet with money and ID.
I have to wallets, one for the big papers (driver's license, social security, membershipnonsens etc) and one for money and ID (and some handy things like my library pass). I forgot the moneywallet and was planning to take my big paperwallet anyway (that's always in the car, I don't need it that often) but I forgot to take that out as well.

On the train I was making a mental note that I'd keep track of my life without money or ID. Knowing that I don't have any food in my studentroom, that should be quite interesting. I plan to stay here at least a week.

Yes there a danger in too much or not enough conveniences. Both extremities can push you into a kind of isolation.

Dens

You havn't answered my question of yesterday. Woud you mind to spend a few seconds on it?
Thanks you in advance.

@Dens

I've recommended this book before: "Down and out in Paris and London" (a penniless Orwell lived on the streets for a while)

@ Arnon

You should try the subway and bus even in the most harsh conditions. Your inspiration will only increase by it.

NYC Cabs

During rush hour, taking the subway may offer more convenience than a cab, which may require a long wait, fighting with New Yorkers as to who was first if a cab does finally stop, smelly interiors and getting stuck in traffic. Plus, a New York cab-drive involves taking serious health risks. Cab-drivers only know two ways of driving, full speed or full brakes. From that perspective, taking a cab provides for great inspiration!

Really, you guys are getting carried away by the numerous options of modern city life. We should try to counter the law of capitalism that says there is a problem right after it found a solution. We have feet, and these boots are made for walking.

Since watching Jim Jarmusch' Night on Earth getting into a taxi in New York always fills me with adventurous excitement. Like having sex, the actual ride is usually not too special, the excitement is in the anticipation aforehand. Maybe Jarmusch should make a movie about busses and subways.

@Ron, I was waiting for someone to react to this part of your comment, but nobody did so I will : "The actual ride is usually not too special" ??

@Noa (Ron)
Sometimes we react in silence, smiling. The smile of recognition.

@Noa, really, it's true: most of the rides I've had in taxis in New York really weren't that special.

@Ron, personally, I quite enjoy the ride (as long as it doesn't take longer than twenty minutes), it's when I get to the destination that disappointment kicks in.