24/6 the power of unplugging one day a week
"Tiffany Shlain explores how turning off screens one day a week can work wonders on your brain, body, and soul." -- from book jacket flap.
| Main Author: | Shlain, Tiffany (Author) |
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| Format: | Books Print Book |
| Language: | English |
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New York :
Gallery Books,
2019.
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| Edition: | First Gallery Books hardcover edition. |
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Table of Contents:
- Part I: A day different from all other days. Why I went 24/6
- A brief history of a day of rest
- The technology of rest. Part II: Being on 24/7. The joys of tech
- The infinite loops of addiction
- Algorithms and animal instincts. Part III: Making 24/6 happen. Everything you need
- Creating a dream day
- Part IV: Keeping tech human. Exits and entrances
- Eye contact and empathy
- Taming social media
- Left to their own devices: parenting with tech
- Making rules, breaking rules. Part V. The science of unplugging. Daydreaming and creativity
- Silence and stillness
- Gratitude and practice
- Nature and perspective
- Memory and time. Part VI: The big picture. A more balanced web
- Thinking backwards
- Life is (in)finite. Part VII: It's easier than you think: a step-by-step guide. Things to think about
- Ideas for having fun without screens (by age)
- Keep the physical and mental benefits going the other six days of the week
- Everything (but the screen) Challah recipe
- People share their perspectives on living 24/6, Tech Shabbat, and Shabbat.