![]() ![]() ![]() To resolve these problems, Newport argues we should all take our leisure time much more seriously. Having deep work at the office, but digital addictions at home, is hardly a victory. While Newport’s massively popular book, Deep Work, tackled the problems of our always-on connectivity as they pertain to work, Digital Minimalism does this for your personal life. This philosophy is guided by the idea that we should be in control over what kinds of media we consume, not have our habits dictated to us by technology. The antidote isn’t to smash your smartphones and live as the Amish do, but to embrace a deliberate philosophy Newport calls digital minimalism. The basic premise is one you’ve heard before: digital addictions, from social media to constant texting, have invaded our attentions, reduced our productivity and made our lives worse. My long-time friend and mentor, Cal Newport, has just released a new book, Digital Minimalism. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |