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How Author Jenny Odell Discovered a Life Beyond the Clock
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How to Do Nothing: A Conversation With Jenny Odell
Recent laws in Utah requiring parental consent for children to use social media and the TikTok CEO testifying before Congress highlight the ongoing acknowledgment of the negative impacts of social media. While acknowledging the positive aspects, such as creative use and staying connected, the speaker remains concerned about the commercial social media platforms designed to keep users engaged. The speaker's primary worry is the impact on individuals' sense of time and a collective historical amnesia, where the constant influx of new information prevents sustained thought and reflection. The speaker is encouraged by public discussions about the safety of these platforms and emphasizes the need to address problems on longer time scales.
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