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1086 sats \ 4 replies \ @anon 1h \ on: Stacker Saloon
My life improved significantly when I removed access to "information on demand" from my phone. I have uninstalled / disabled all browsers and app stores using ADB, retaining only the essential apps (maps, communications, wallets, etc.).
A phone is an experience blocker; people primarily use theirs to distract themselves from uncomfortable emotions like boredom and loneliness. Life becomes much better when you stop self-medicating and instead learn to sit with these feelings.
I have dedicated environments for dedicated tasks. I can only access the internet via my PC. For good measure, I made it a standing desk.
Personally I have had enough internet for one lifetime, so I try and stay in the real world as much as possible...!
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A phone is an experience blocker; people primarily use theirs to distract themselves from uncomfortable emotions like boredom and loneliness.
I strongly agree with this. In social scenarios, I often refuse to use my phone. However, I also really enjoy the ability to have information on demand. I believe it makes me more productive. There is a possibility though that I'm tricking myself.
When I run, I always leave all tech at home. Inevitably I come up with good ideas or think through problems that had been stopping me.
Maybe the ubiquitous information availability comes at the cost of deep thinking. That would be a steep price to pay.
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I know it sounds crazy, but I don’t even have a smartphone. Notifications are digital crack!
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How do you check SN on the go then??!
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I only get online when I’m at home or at work.
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