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Happier with Gretchen Rubin
Ep. 465: Tackle a Topic with Someone Who Resists, Try a New Book Club, and Use Technology Mindfully
Jan 17, 2024
The guest on this podcast is Rohan Gunatillake, host of the podcast Meditate Story. They discuss starting conversations with someone who resists, an unconventional book club approach, and using technology mindfully. The hosts also talk about overgifting in-laws, neglected senses, and the value of book clubs. Plus, Gretchen shares her solution for countdown clocks and the importance of public speaking skills.
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- Incorporating mindfulness into technology usage can make it a practical and accessible part of our daily lives.
- Identifying and addressing seemingly small problems can greatly enhance happiness and productivity.
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Using Technology to Enhance Mindfulness
Rohan Ginnatilica, the host of the Meditative Story podcast, emphasizes the importance of including technology in the practice of mindfulness. He believes that mindfulness should not be limited to traditional meditation settings, but instead adapted to modern digital lifestyles. By exploring ways to incorporate mindfulness into everyday activities such as using smartphones, Ginnatilica suggests that individuals can cultivate mindfulness in a more practical and accessible manner. He encourages people to get curious about the process of distraction and find ways to bring mindfulness into technological interactions, ultimately making it an integral part of our daily lives.
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