Chapter
Finding the Right Mindset for Using Your Phone
52:34 - 1:01:40 (09:06)
The speaker discusses their struggle with feeling bad about using their phone and how viewing it through a more positive lens can help. Trying to limit screen time might actually result in more time spent on the phone.
Clips
According to a recent study, active social media use can increase mental well-being, help maintain connections with distant family and friends, and increase one's sense of connection with others.
52:34 - 56:15 (03:41)
Summary
According to a recent study, active social media use can increase mental well-being, help maintain connections with distant family and friends, and increase one's sense of connection with others. On the other hand, passive social media use can lead to mindless scrolling and compulsive phone behavior.
ChapterFinding the Right Mindset for Using Your Phone
EpisodeA.I. Vibe Check With Ezra Klein + Kevin Tries Phone Positivity
PodcastHard Fork
Spending time upfront to set up your phone in a way that is maximally useful and minimally distracting is essential.
56:15 - 58:06 (01:50)
Summary
Spending time upfront to set up your phone in a way that is maximally useful and minimally distracting is essential. By doing so, you increase productivity and decrease the likelihood of being caught in non-urgent activities.
ChapterFinding the Right Mindset for Using Your Phone
EpisodeA.I. Vibe Check With Ezra Klein + Kevin Tries Phone Positivity
PodcastHard Fork
In the past, people used to symbolically bury kerosene lamps to mark the arrival of electricity in their lives, while in the present one can make use of advanced technology such as wireless photo frames to connect with family members living miles away.
58:06 - 1:01:40 (03:34)
Summary
In the past, people used to symbolically bury kerosene lamps to mark the arrival of electricity in their lives, while in the present one can make use of advanced technology such as wireless photo frames to connect with family members living miles away.