A Mug of Insights 012: How To Quit Scrolling And Free Up Your Time
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Dec 26, 2024 Discover how to reclaim your precious time by breaking free from the addictive grip of social media scrolling. The conversation reveals the emotional toll and perceptions of time distorted by technology. Gain insights into the importance of effort and how it enhances satisfaction in daily life. Learn about effective tools like the ScreenZen app that help manage your screen time, alongside personal victories in reducing digital engagement. Exciting updates, including an upcoming TEDx talk, add a delightful twist to the discussion!
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Christmas and Marmite Confessionals
- Robin Waldun recounts how he celebrated Christmas in 41°C heat after moving to Australia.
- He shares a humorous story about customs confiscating his Marmite in Ireland due to local regulations.
Modern Life Compresses Time
- Modern technology and social media create a "temporal crisis" altering how we experience time.
- Lack of structured time leads to days feeling compressed, making time seem to accelerate.
Scrolling Diminishes Time Experience
- Short reels lack narrative structure, creating rapid successions of sensations that don't hold true attention.
- This causes time to pass faster without real memory or fulfillment.
