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Offline play
While our digital tools make things more convenient, that doesn’t mean things still can’t be done without.
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In praise of doing (absolutely) nothing
“Don’t just do something. Stand there.”
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Would you read a book while driving?
In a situation where you wouldn’t read a book, you shouldn’t scroll on your phone either.
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The Apple Watch: Underestimated Tech for Digital Minimalists?
By replacing my iPhone primarily with an Apple Watch (or, if not in the Apple eco system- one of these equally useful smartwatches.), I get the most essential functionalities of a smartphone, without the distraction.
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Autoplay: Are you still watching?
We are watching The Office at friends’ house. Once the episode ends, there is a prompt on the screen asking if we want to watch the next episode. If you have been on Netflix or any other streaming platforms, you know these prompts usually pop up after you’ve been watching for a few hours or […]
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How long is four minutes really?
French press is the superior coffee brewing method. Boil water, add ground coffee to French press, pour water, and a few minutes later you will have delicious liquid caffeine to jolt you into sweet-sweet reality. I let my coffee brew for four minutes.
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A day without the internet
When all those in-between moments we rush to fill with the digital noise become available, time starts to feel infinite.
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Willpower is for losers
A prayer. God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change,courage to change the things I can,and wisdom to know the difference. (Amen) I know better, but I can’t help myself.
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In praise of slow media
Two things. One. My husband and I recently unsubscribed from all paid streaming subscriptions. Yes, Netflix, HBO Max, Prime, you name it. Why? I We want to spend less time watching TV and more time doing stuff, and save money while we are at it too— $9.99 a month x multiple subscriptions adds up. #staywoke […]
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Kill your phone
We can all benefit from killing our phones to rescue our time and attention, and devote them to more valuable pursuits instead
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