Digital Minimalism/Mindfulness

[de_omnibus_dubitandem]

For the last month or two, my cellphone data has been on the fritz. Part of me wants to think of it as a sign to be on my phone less. So now I have started the process of trying to pare down what is actually necessary. I feel like, despite efforts to self regulate and impose restrictions on my screen time, I always end up back where I started.

My main priorities are maintaining access to websites that enrich my life (like this one), connect me to world events, and keep safety features.
I really think that my time can be better spent looking inward, but I am having a very hard time with FOMO.

Right now, the best solution I have in mind is switching to a 'dumb' phone that still has GPS/internet access. And then when I am home, still being able to access websites like this. I would love to hear any suggestions/experiences with media consumption that still honors your interests/endeavors.

 

[Xenophon]

My computer has a permanent sticky note laminated on top the unused portion below the keynoard: "Is this the best use of your energy this moment?" The nagging question seems to spill over onto my smartphone use. Also I have made it a policy to "fast" from a topic one week. (E.g., no NFL history, no guns next week, no politics the week after.) This makes me consider later whether I need info or am just gossiping with the Net.

 

[SkullTraill]

My computer has a permanent sticky note laminated on top the unused portion below the keynoard: "Is this the best use of your energy this moment?" The nagging question seems to spill over onto my smartphone use. Also I have made it a policy to "fast" from a topic one week. (E.g., no NFL history, no guns next week, no politics the week after.) This makes me consider later whether I need info or am just gossiping with the Net.

Wow, this is actually a great habit.