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Ep. 327: Would Kant Use TikTok?

Deep Questions with Cal Newport

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Kantian Reflections on Digital Minimalism

This chapter explores the philosophical foundations of digital technologies through Kant's moral philosophy, linking discomfort with smartphones to his ethical ideas. It highlights the importance of autonomy and intentionality in technology usage, advocating for digital minimalism as a way to uphold one's dignity as a rational being. By critiquing common misconceptions about technology's impact on human flourishing, the discussion emphasizes the moral obligation to protect our rational agency in the face of digital distractions.

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