Episode 332. Be Present in a Digital World with Hannah Brencher
In this episode of Radical Radiance, host Rebecca George welcomes back Hannah Brencher, author and speaker, to discuss her new book, The Unplugged: Cultivating a Life of Presence in a Digitally Connected World. This insightful conversation delves into the importance of taking intentional breaks from technology to enhance creativity, empathy, and connection in our daily lives. Hannah Brencher is a writer, TED speaker, and entrepreneur. She founded The World Needs More Love Letters, a global community dedicated to sending letter bundles to those who need encouragement. Named as one of the White House’s “Women Working to Do Good,” Hannah has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Glamour, USATODAY.com, the Chicago Tribune, and more. She lives in Atlanta with her husband, Lane, and daughter Novalee. Find Hannah at hannahbrencher.com.
Rebecca and Hannah chat about:
Hannah's new resource focusing on living an unplugged life. They reflect on how life has changed since Hannah's previous book, Fighting Forward, launched during the pandemic.
How the idea of unplugging from technology became significant to her, starting from an experience in college and evolving over the years through personal experiences.
Signs of being overly connected to technology, such as feeling disconnected, lack of passion, creativity drain, and decreased empathy.
How constant phone usage can set a negative example for children, emphasizing the importance of being present and modeling good behavior regarding screen time.
The difference between being available and being accessible and how excessive online engagement can lead to fatigue, affecting real-life connections.
Common fears and anxieties that people face when deciding to unplug, and strategies to combat these feelings and make the transition smoother.
Advice for planning activities during unplugged hours to replace phone usage with hobbies and meaningful interactions, highlighting the importance of slowing down and enjoying life.
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