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A review by jcreads85
Disconnected: How to Stay Human in an Online World by Emma Gannon
informative
lighthearted
reflective
slow-paced
3.5
3.5 ⭐️ May be higher a second time through, and definitely if i get my hands on a written/digital copy. There were just so many “to-dos” and “try this” moments along with suggestions in general that I found the audio, while thought provoking and leaning to invoking a state of insightful self evaluation, did make it hard to take immediate action. I think I’d have to do a reread with intention, a notebook nearby. Also had great quotes I’d love to grab. And she referenced other works and people who may be good to follow up on later.
I’d suggest this book to anyone looking to unplug or who is just feeling a bit of “ick” about the state of the online, especially social media”, culture. I love the idea behind the message of developing deeper connections, forming real communities, and practicing active listening. That we all can use a break, even from ourselves.
But I also appreciated that she didn’t slam the internet, use of phones, etc.; it’s about a balance and defining boundaries. Perhaps, most importantly, serves as a reminder that most of what we see and read needs to be done with an understanding that it may be curated for a specific image and not always taken at face value.
So, don’t feed your FOMO too much or take everything so serious. If you can take things more lightly, not life or death, you may just survive the trolls and be a better advocate for self and others. And better able to brush the ugly aside when you need to be taking care of your mental wellbeing.
I’d suggest this book to anyone looking to unplug or who is just feeling a bit of “ick” about the state of the online, especially social media”, culture. I love the idea behind the message of developing deeper connections, forming real communities, and practicing active listening. That we all can use a break, even from ourselves.
But I also appreciated that she didn’t slam the internet, use of phones, etc.; it’s about a balance and defining boundaries. Perhaps, most importantly, serves as a reminder that most of what we see and read needs to be done with an understanding that it may be curated for a specific image and not always taken at face value.
So, don’t feed your FOMO too much or take everything so serious. If you can take things more lightly, not life or death, you may just survive the trolls and be a better advocate for self and others. And better able to brush the ugly aside when you need to be taking care of your mental wellbeing.