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Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport

Choosing a focused life in a noisy world.

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Overview

Cal Newport argues for a intentional approach to technology use. The book provides a philosophy and practical steps for reducing digital clutter while keeping what adds value.

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Cal Newport

Georgetown CS professor

"Digital minimalism is a philosophy of technology use in which you focus your online time on a small number of carefully selected activities."

Digital Minimalism

Our take

Read this if you feel controlled by your phone. The 30-day digital declutter is challenging but transformative. Newport's philosophy is more sustainable than going cold turkey.

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Digital Minimalism

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