I was listening in on a Twitter debate surrounding what Silicon Valley calls "Dopamine Fasting 2.0"- the average person calls it "life balance". The idea is that many compulsive and obsessive behaviors that you wish you could stop are instigated and promoted by excessive use of smartphones and other digital technology. Having a set schedule or plan to limit your time or interaction with these devices can improve your own perception of your life, assumingly leading to greater happiness.
The original article on the subject identifies the most common behavioral addictions targeted by "Dopamine Fasting":
That's a great question and I'm not sure there is a correct answer, so I pose the questions to you:
The original article on the subject identifies the most common behavioral addictions targeted by "Dopamine Fasting":
- Emotional Eating (Fat)
- Internet/Gaming (Lazy)
- Porn/Masturbation (Horny)
- Gambling/Shopping (Bankrupt)
- Thrill/Novelty Seeking (Cheap)
- Recreational Drugs (Druggies)
That's a great question and I'm not sure there is a correct answer, so I pose the questions to you:
- Do you feel "smartphone addiction" is a real thing?
- Do you find yourself addicted to any degree?
- Can you get behind the science of "Dopamine Fasting"?
- What are your plans in 2020 to pursue digital balance?