Australia recently took a bold step: a social‑media ban for children under 16. Minors are no longer allowed to create new accounts on major platforms such as TikTok, X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, or Threads, and existing profiles are to be deactivated. The reasoning is clear: the government wants to protect children from cyberbullying and […]
In my last blog post, I talked about how consistently using the same interfaces and devices for specific tasks can boost your productivity: How to Use Digital Context to Reduce Distractions. Today, I want to address a related but often underestimated topic: the choice between a mobile app and a web interface for a service. […]
We start the new year brimming with energy and ambitious plans: working more efficiently, being better organized, and living “healthier.” Yet, we often try to tackle everything at once. The result? Motivation fades faster than we’d like. Many throw in the towel entirely and abandon their resolutions altogether. But that’s not a solution either. Of […]
For many of us it’s almost second nature to stay informed through social media. We scroll through our feeds daily, absorbing news without questioning it critically. But here’s the danger: social media platforms are designed to favor content that aligns with our existing beliefs and opinions. This not only reinforces our perspectives but can also […]
With the increasing consumption of digital media, we often find ourselves trapped in a negative spiral – commonly known as doom scrolling. Endless feeds full of negative news not only steal our time but also rob us of inner peace. I want to show you how to consciously and effectively reduce your digital media consumption. […]