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Disconnecting

Disconnecting

Work emails. Social media notifications. Weather alerts. The constant news cycle.

In the hustle and bustle of modern life, it’s easy to get lost in the chaos of endless distractions. Yet research has shown that information overload can lead to mental exhaustion, reduced cognitive function, and an inability to make sound decisions. On the other hand, intentional disconnection has the power to enhance creativity and productivity. It improves overall well-being, too.

On today’s show podcaster Diane Boden and I discuss exactly why it’s so important to disconnect from modern distractions at least once in awhile; we also brainstorm how to best unplug.

 

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[12:00] Are we becoming a culture that can’t sit with negative emotions? With boredom?

[16:30] Blue laws once encouraged rest; these days stores are open 7 days a week (thanks, capitalism!)

[23:00] Stephanie’s Number One tip for mindfulness newbies

[26:00] Hurry culture, busy-ness, and setting professional boundaries

[30:00] Do you watch TV while scrolling on your phone? (Theres a name for that.) Outlining the (numerous) consequences associated with ‘continuous partial attention’

 

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Have a closet full of clothes but nothing to wear? While capsule wardrobes are often touted as the singular solution to closet overwhelm, many report that they can be restrictive, boring and, frankly, unrealistic in practice.

A minimalist closet is best served by first identifying the outfits needed to live YOUR unique life. On today's show podcaster Lauren Morley shows us how to streamline our wardrobes, say goodbye to clutter, and feel effortlessly put together every day by focusing less on capsules and more on a 20 outfit wardrobe, instead.

 

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[5:30] Identifying exactly where and why capsule wardrobes fall short

[11:00] Why doesn't buying more clothes solve the problems associated with getting dressed? Conversely, why isn't decluttering the singular solution?

[16:00] Say goodbye to capsule wardrobes and hello to your 20 outfit wardrobe

[20:00] Getting to the root of our cultural reverence for bottomless closets

[28:00] The trend cycle is not your friend, so hop off that bandwagon!

 

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