| Edition |
First Gallery Books hardcover edition. |
| Description |
xvii, 235 pages ; 23 cm |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 225-229) and filmography (pages 221-223). |
| Summary |
In 24/6, Shlain explores how turning off screens one day a week can work wonders on everyone's brain, body, and soul--and why this regular practice of looking up gives a better chance of seeing the big picture. |
| 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. |
| Subject(S) |
Conduct of life.
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Quality of life.
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Internet -- Social aspects.
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Technology -- Social aspects.
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| Added Title |
Twenty-four/six |
| ISBN |
9781982116866 (hardcover) |
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