The Apple Apps Experiment
This is an edition from my series called ? The Journal ? an exclusive series for members where I share my personal tech journey. It's free to subscribe.
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Attention Resistance
I have written about how social media has given me anxiety and made my life miserable. Over the past few months, I’ve actively reduced my social media usage. It wasn’t easy at first—I often felt the urge to check in. One of my biggest steps was deleting
Endless Scrolling Syndrome
I previously wrote about how text-based social media contributed to my anxiety. Now, let’s talk about how short-form video platforms have negatively impacted my life. When Instagram introduced Reels, I found myself watching them for hours without even realizing it. For those not from here, TikTok is banned in
Social Media Anxiety
I will not mince my words — social media is causing me anxiety. For those who don’t know, I’ve been deeply involved in text-based social media platforms for over a decade. I have been addicted to Twitter, and after Elon took over, I started using Mastodon, Threads, and Bluesky
Why Subscription Fatigue is Misguided
Subscription fatigue is often misunderstood. While many users are frustrated with recurring payments, the real issue is apps charging high prices. In reality, subscription pricing often reflects the continuous development and maintenance needed to keep these apps running.