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109: Oliver Burkeman (Replay)

Time and Attention

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The Impact of Technology on Impatience and Reading

There are ways to read faster without losing the core experience. Taking a long-term view of your career can lead to wise choices instead of rushing. Technology makes us more impatient despite saving time. Waiting for a microwave or website is more triggering than waiting for mail. These technologies make us feel like we have control over the speed of reality.

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