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Hansa Bergwall
Co-founder of the WeCroak app, which reminds users of their mortality five times a day. Promotes mindfulness and a re-evaluation of priorities.
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Apr 24, 2019
• 46min
Recode Decode: Why thinking about your death five times a day is good for you
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Hansa Bergwall, co-founder of the WeCroak app, discusses how embracing the reality of death can lead to a more fulfilling life. He explains that the app reminds users of their mortality five times a day to promote mindfulness and prioritize what truly matters. Their approach avoids ads, focusing instead on personal reflection. Bergwall also debates the ethics of technology's relationship with death and highlights cultural practices, like those from Bhutan, that reinforce appreciation for life. Humor and symbolism are key to their message.
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