June 4, 2016 I’ve been asked the question: “Why do you ride a bicycle with a loud little cheap Chinese engine on it when you own a car that sits in your driveway rotting away?” The short answer is simple, and it’s one word: needs. Funny how often that word shows up in my writing.…

Instant communication alters the previously proven ability to make decisions and challenges that same decision-making process with the right-now rather than think, reflect, assess, react, and then wait. This means that what once required time to rant, complain, or compliment— and to encourage things — happens much faster today than even ten years ago. It…

The Facebook Break By not being on Facebook, yet wanting to be, for 3.5 weeks, I came to realize this… Like other forms of messaging, such as Skype, I saw that over that time away I was constantly wondering what was happening that I couldn’t see. Depriving myself of the desire to see, learn, and…

What we may or may not realize, or act on, is that most things and options we use have on/off switches. We can use them when we want and not use them when we don’t want to. There’s a saying that goes something like, “Too much of anything isn’t usually good.” Just because we may…

Let’s Talk About Instant Messengers Let’s talk about instant messengers. For instance, Skype is one, Facebook has another, and there’s WhatsApp, and the list goes on. The year 1875 must have been just a cool time — work as usual, no phone ringing, no alerts going off, not a worry of the power going out.…

Needs Needs. What are yours? Here is an easy two-year, in-and-out-of-home experiment, boys and girls 🙂This will be SO MUCH FUN! The older you are, the more challenging this will be. If you’re young, understand that many of the things that are lost later in life are not voluntary. Deciding what you really need now…

Attending a social event can sometimes lead to surprising digital experiences afterward. Suggested friends may appear on social platforms who were also at the event, even if there was no direct interaction. Ads may also surface for products or services that were casually mentioned in conversation. These occurrences raise important questions about how data is…

What is Digital Fatigue? Digital fatigue refers to the mental exhaustion and stress caused by prolonged exposure to digital devices such as computers, smartphones, and tablets. With the rise of remote work, online learning, and constant connectivity, many people experience symptoms like eye strain, reduced focus, irritability, and decreased productivity. Unlike physical tiredness, digital fatigue…

Misinformation spreads quickly across social networks and media outlets, often influencing public opinion and decision-making. Managing it effectively requires a combination of awareness, critical thinking, and proactive strategies. Below are key approaches to help reduce the impact of misinformation. 1. Strengthen Media Literacy The first line of defense against misinformation is education. Media literacy empowers…

Keeping software updated is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to protect devices, improve performance, and ensure access to the latest features. Outdated software can leave systems vulnerable to security threats, cause compatibility issues, and slow down productivity. Here are practical tips to stay on top of software updates. 1. Enable Automatic Updates…