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"Emma Stone"

SmartLess

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Embrace Boredom for a Refreshing Reset

Clarity in communication is essential, evident in the preference for clean fonts like Helvetica over comic sans. The conversation highlights a lifestyle free from excess technology, with a focus on using only essential devices like a cracked iPhone for basic tasks such as emailing. The idea of a global six-month hiatus from social media is proposed as a potential reset for society, suggesting that such a break would help people rediscover how to manage boredom—a skill that feels lost. Teaching children to find joy in boredom can lead to relaxation and a healthier mindset.

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