Why “Technology for Mindfulness”?
Why is the name of this site “Technology for Mindfulness” and not something similar, such as “Mindful Technology”–a term I have seen used elsewhere?
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David Levy Teaches Course on “Information and Contemplation”
University of Washington Professor David Levy teaches a course entitled, “Information and Contemplation,” in which he guides students through mind-training exercises, such as engaging in only one digital task at a time, to raise students’ awareness about how they use computer technology. He also begins each session with a short meditation. Read more about it at The Chronicle of Higher Education.
Mexican Resort Introduces Digital Detox Program
The Grand Velas Resorts in Mexico have introduced a “Digital Detox” program. If you sign up for the program, a “Detox Concierge” will cleanse your suite of digital distractions upon your arrival, such as by removing the flat screen television from the room, replacing it with classic board games, and taking your personal electronic devices from you and storing them in a safe. I was interested to hear Sharon Brody’s commentary about the program on NPR this morning, which the NPR web site entitles, “Digital Detox Vacation: For Those Who Have Everything–Except Willpower.”
Attention as a Resource
Matthew B. Crawford has an interesting piece in the New York Times suggesting that we view our attention as a resource and recognize that “a person has only so much of it.” “What if we saw attention in the same way that we saw air or water, as a valuable resource that we hold in common? Perhaps, if we could envision an attentional commons, then we could figure out how to protect it.”
Welcome to Technology for Mindfulness
Welcome to Technology for Mindfulness, where we explore the ways in which technology can both promote and impede mindfulness—with an emphasis on the former. We examine the relationship between technology and mindfulness by reviewing products, revealing research, and posting musings.
