Confirm Humanity

Let's Talk about Brain Rot, the Oxford Word of the Year

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Wed, 11 Dec 2024 20:50:56 +0000

Could it be good news that "brain rot" is recognized as the 2024 word of the year by Oxford Dictionary? Maybe so! After all, it's time we all wake up to realize pervasive scrolling of numb-and-dumber online content is literally affecting our cognitive function. Our brains are our most valuable assets; we've got to learn to take care of them if we're to confirm our humanity in the digital world. This episode offers a little bit o' Brain 101.

It's time to get serious about digital well-being and reclaim our humanity. Confirm Humanity is hosted by Irene Williams, founder and lead educator of The Digital Life Academy. The academy offers training and resources for individuals, teams and families to digitally declutter, get (and stay) organized and live healthy, productive digital lives. Request info on custom programs and presentations for your organization at thedigitallifeacademy.com.

Declutter Your Digital Life

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Tue, 20 Aug 2024 12:52:57 +0000

You seek pain relief before scheduling invasive surgery, right? Apply this approach to your digital clutter and distractions. There is a way to quickly alleviate the ache of digital-social-mobile stress and overwhelm without doing a massive deep-dive: The Declutter Your Digital Life Workshop. This 1.5-hr live workshop guides you to take simple-yet-effective action to make progress and get results right away, all while setting you up for long-term success with your tech! There's a session happening soon; go to thedigitallifeacademy.com/workshop now to sign up.

Don't ignore or disregard your digital clutter and distractions. These things accumulate over time, leaving you in the excruciating pain of inefficiency and lack of focus. More importantly, they take a toll on overall mental well-being. Give yourself the gift of this workshop, and get ready for life on the other side of digital-social-mobile overwhelm.

Got questions? Message anytime: team @ thedigitallifeacademy.com.

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How to Stay Informed and Stay Sane

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Want to be informed and protect your emotional well-being? Here are practical, brain-based tactics to help you consume the news without the news consuming you.

The Truth about Your Kids and Technology

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Wed, 17 Jul 2024 15:08:33 +0000

Parents, your kids are not ready to use digital-social-mobile tech (and, frankly, neither are you). Here are practical insights to help you and the kids you love confirm humanity.

Why Are You Devoted to Systems That Don't Work?

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Mon, 3 Jun 2024 05:00:00 +0000

It happens all the time. People want to cut their digital clutter and distractions yet run back to old habits before giving new (proven!) solutions a chance. Why do they do that? Heck, why do you do that? In this episode, learn 4 key reasons you're hopelessly devoted to digital habits that work against you, and get practical strategies to break free from the cycle of sameness.

Tips to Take Control of Your Social Media Scroll

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Tue, 28 May 2024 12:29:28 +0000

Social media: You don’t have to love it or hate it. You can actually just be okay with it and enjoy using it (or not using it)—no need for extremes. This is possible when you step up and consciously use it on your terms. Listen in for some really practical, brain-based tips to take control and slow your roll with social media. With these simple insights, you can transform your perspective and use of the socials into a no-big-deal thing thing you can take or leave. It’s totally your call!

Two Ways I Stopped the Digital Ping-Pong

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Mon, 20 May 2024 16:46:05 +0000

I see you...checking your phone and answering emails during that Zoom meeting. You should know that multitasking is a myth.All that digital back-and-forth isn't helping you accomplish more; it's doing the opposite. You're actually task-switching, which is literally taxing your brain. Here are two key tips I used to stop the digital ping-pong game and reclaim my humanity. Maybe they'll work for you, too!

A Message to Those We’ve Lost (to ChatGPT)

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Mon, 13 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000

I just wanted to let those people, brands and institutions who’ve handed over all their content creation to generative AI that I miss them. I’m still getting your emails and seeing your posts and ads…but it’s not really you. That bland verbiage you cranked out may have saved time, but it’s costing you connections and maybe even customers. AI can be helpful in many ways that can actually help you be more efficient and effective; perhaps try all that other stuff so you have time to be ‘for real’ in the words you share. In the meanwhile, wish you were here!

Are They Live or Are They AI?

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Tue, 7 May 2024 05:00:00 +0000

What happens to our humanity when the people we see online and in ads are generated by artificial intelligence? The beauty brand Dove has taken a strong stance with an interesting twist. Get the scoop on the company’s approach. Perhaps you’ll be inspired to decide now about your personal and professional standards related to human representation and artificial intelligence.

Ever Want to Throw Your Phone in the Ocean? This is for You

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Tue, 30 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Go from “I hate this” to “I’ve got this” with a simple two-step process that’ll help you dial down the emotional charge around use of technology. With healthy perspective, you don’t have to detox, toss your phone in the ocean or go off the grid; you can enjoy the benefits of technology while confirming and maintaining your humanity.

Is Meta AI the New Click Bait?

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 20:50:54 +0000

How we search for things online and in social media apps is rapidly changing with AI. Here’s what you need to know now about the just-launched Meta AI, as well as Google Search Generative Experience (SGE) that's likely to be released by year's end. Most importantly, get practical insights on how to protect your humanity as you interact with generative AI. You can still be YOU, even in the process of searching for what you need on the internet and on the socials.

The High Cost of Interruptions

irene@msg2mkt.com (Irene Williams) — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 05:05:00 +0000

Discover how many minutes you lose with every interruption in the course of your day. Most importantly, learn the top thing you can do now to get your time back (spoiler alert: TURN OFF PHONE NOTIFICATIONS).