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fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

The reason I stopped answering the phone immediately is not that I don't care about people. It's that I finally learned the difference between being available and being consumed. - Silicon Canals

Constant smartphone availability creates chronic stress and cognitive drain, reducing mental capacity and trapping users in perpetual readiness despite no actual emergencies.
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fromPsychology Today
9 months ago

Beyond the Myth That We Use Only 10 Percent of Our Brains

The brain is fully active daily, far exceeding the myth of using only 10%.
Mental inefficiency stems from overload and regulation issues rather than unused brain areas.
Optimization requires better tuning and care, not unlocking hidden brain reserves.
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