by Carissa Anderson 16^th July, 2023 / Philosophy

What can we learn from ‘The AI Dilemma’?

What are the parallels between the dawn of social media in the 2000s and the recent developments in AI technology?

Should meditation apps use persuasive technology?

Commercial apps are often built using persuasive technology to increase engagement time and convert users to paying customers. Meditation and mindfulness apps are no exception, but it is ethical (and effective) for these apps to use persuasive tech?

by Justin Emery 19^th May, 2022 / Philosophy Tips & Techniques

How to Focus – Part 3: a detour into living without goals

In the third part of this series on focus, we’ll investigate the idea of living aimlessly, without goals. Can we be healthy and happy living in this way? Or must we have goals to focus on?

by Justin Emery 6^th February, 2022 / Philosophy

Thich Nhat Hanh and Mindful Technology

Reflecting on Thich Nhat Hanh’s life and teachings, the founder of mindful.technology explains how Thich Nhat Hanh influenced the tech industry, this website, and his own life.

by James Milin-Ashmore 19^th January, 2022 / Philosophy

Soccer, Tech, and Mindfulness: Is the use of modern technology ruining football?

Advanced technology is increasingly being integrated into football. How is this helping and harming the game, and how can mindfulness help players improve their mental health and performance?

by James Milin-Ashmore 8^th August, 2021 / Philosophy

Why Humane Technology is More Important Than Ever

What is humane technology and why is it needed? Are humane alternatives already available? How can you get involved in the humane tech movement?

by Justin Emery 30^th June, 2021 / Philosophy Tips & Techniques

How to Focus – Part 2: Environment

In the second part of this series on focus, we’ll explore the role of our environment on our ability to concentrate. Must we create perfect conditions for focus? Can changing our workspace help us concentrate?

by Justin Emery 7^th May, 2021 / Philosophy Tips & Techniques

How to Focus – Part 1: The Wandering Mind

In this series of blog posts, we’ll explore techniques to build your ability to focus. With a special focus on digital habits, we will see how tech can hinder and help us when we need to focus. In the first part of this series, we investigate the basic mechanism of becoming distracted.

by Justin Emery 28^th February, 2021 / Philosophy

Voices of The Social Dilemma

We take a look at the big tech insiders, researchers, business people and authors cast in The Social Dilemma, one of the biggest documentaries of 2020.

by Justin Emery 23^rd January, 2020 / Philosophy

Worry

Constantly connected via our smartphones, we can easily escape from moments of anxiety or boredom. Is this a healthy use of technology?

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