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technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Embracing the 'Dumbphone' Revolution to Overcome Tech Addiction"

A technology reporter, Kashmir Hill, switched to a flip phone for a month as a New Year's resolution to address her smartphone addiction. Despite the inconvenience and the challenge of T9 texting, she found the experience beneficial. Hill's decision came after realizing she spent an excessive amount of time on her smartphone, with her Apple Screen Time reports showing over five hours daily, prompting her to seek a change and eventually leading her to discover and enjoy local radio.

via The New York Times|

##digitaldetox #flipphone

lifestyle-and-health2 years ago•6 min saved

"Five Steps to Smartphone Sanity: Breaking the Habit and Reducing Screen Time"

Catherine Price, author of "How to Break Up With Your Phone," shares her personal experience of realizing the negative impact excessive phone use had on her life and relationships. She discusses the deliberate design of apps to hook users for profit, exploiting dopamine triggers similar to slot machines. Price advocates for conscious efforts to reduce phone dependency by minimizing dopamine triggers, setting physical boundaries, and engaging in more fulfilling activities. Her journey led to improved presence, calmness, and connection in her life, urging others to consider what truly deserves their attention.

via The Guardian|

##attentioneconomy #digitalwellbeing