Mac Power Users

685: Fighting Digital Distractions

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Mar 26, 2023
This discussion tackles the modern dilemma of digital distractions, revealing their impact on focus and productivity. The hosts share personal experiences with notification overload and offer practical strategies for managing interruptions. They dive into Apple's focus modes, emphasizing the importance of customizing settings to enhance concentration. Tools for effective email management and time tracking are explored, underscoring the need for intentional technology use. The episode encourages listeners to reclaim their attention in a world full of digital noise.
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ADVICE

Notification Ruthlessness

  • Aggressively manage notifications by questioning each app's necessity.
  • Disable notifications if an app doesn't justify interrupting your focus.
ANECDOTE

Apple Watch Notification Overload

  • David Sparks criticizes Apple Watch's default notification settings as excessive.
  • Stephen Hackett suggests disabling all watch notifications initially, then enabling only essential ones.
ADVICE

Focus Mode Power

  • Leverage Focus Modes to control interruptions based on context.
  • Customize Focus Modes to allow only essential contacts and apps through.
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