The document outlines 8 ways to "detox your product" rather than detoxing oneself from technology overuse. It suggests ways for product designers to 1) defuse extremes on their platforms, 2) debug endless loops, 3) de-numerate by reducing notifications, 4) de-botify by reducing automated interactions, 5) revive co-presence by supporting human connection, 6) reinstate pauses and friction in user experiences, 7) reclaim conversation by promoting meaningful discussions, and 8) reaffirm empathy by cultivating compassion between users. The overall message is that products should be designed to encourage balance with technology rather than addictive usage.
63. •Don’t be depressed about how much you use technology,
it will make you feel even more aware of how much you
use technology which is depressing
•Put kindness first
•Sing,every once in a while
•Read a poem
•Eat more tacos!
small steps
every day
Book reading
Saturday, March 9
12:30-1:30pm
ACC Room 10AB