Digital Minimalism

Newport’s book lays out in clear detail how these large technology companies spend their money and brainpower on making their products as addictive as possible. Then, he gives you the tools to counteract these barons of the attention economy. It’s part philosophy and part how-to guide.

It could be easy for some to dismiss Newport as anti-technology. His aim is more like how the Amish incorporate new technologies. They approach it by asking how their values (family, community) can be helped or hurt by the technology and then making the determination on its use. Most of us just pick up a new piece of tech and see what it can do. If we can be more intentional about what we let in to our lives, chances are we’ll feel more fulfilled and less overwhelmed.

A recommended read for all.