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mindful.technology Mobile Meditation App Directory

https://mindful.technology/meditation-apps/ shared by Justin Emery

This month we are introducing our new mobile meditation app directory… helping you navigate the world of meditation apps to find the best option for you!

by Justin Emery 26^th April, 2020 / Mobile

App Review: Buddhify – Meditation

Buddhify app for iOS / Android offers a selection of one-off guided meditations. What is different about Buddhify and is it worth paying for? What is membership like?

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21^st April, 2020 / Websites

switching.software

https://switching.software/ shared by Justin Emery

This is great starting point for discovering ethical, privacy-conscious alternatives to popular software products from Google, Facebook, or Amazon…

by Justin Emery 24^th March, 2020 / Tips & Techniques

7 digital habits to protect your mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic

During the coronavirus pandemic, when digital devices are our portal to the outside world, it’s vitally important for our mental health that we develop healthy digital habits. Here are 7 you can try…

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15^th March, 2020 / Websites

Dense Discovery

https://www.densediscovery.com/ shared by Justin Emery

This beautiful weekly newsletter covers design, tech, culture, and more…

by Justin Emery 10^th March, 2020 / Books

Cal Newport’s Deep Work

A review and summary of Deep Work, which explains why the skill of working with intense focus is so important in the modern world, and promises to show us how to develop this skill.

by Justin Emery 1^st March, 2020 / Browser & Extensions

Review: Privacy Badger Browser Extension

We take a look at Privacy Badger, a browser extension which blocks third-party trackers on Firefox, Chrome, Edge, and Opera. How does it work and how effective is it?

Resource of the Month

16^th February, 2020 / Websites

Digital Mindfulness Podcast

https://digitalmindfulness.net/blog/ shared by Justin Emery

The Digital Mindfulness Podcast offers a treasure trove of expert interviews for anyone interested in topics such as digital ethics, humane technology, and digital wellness…

by Justin Emery 3^rd February, 2020 / Mobile

App Review: Ten Percent Happier

Ten Percent Happier offers guided meditation courses from a variety of teachers. Is it an effective way to build a meditation habit? Is it worth the subscription cost?

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?