The Distracted Mind – Adam Gazzaley & Larry D.Rosen
“Informational overload from all quarters means that there can only be very little time for personal thought, reflection or even just “zoning out” With a mobile phone that is constantly switched on and a plethora of entertainments available to distract the naked eye it is understandable that some people find it difficult to actually get bored in that particular, fidgety, introspective kind of way”
– Adam Gazzaley & Larry D.Rosen
Read Time:
9 Days
Rating:
4 / 5
Book Build:
This book felt strong to hold.
Key Takeaway:
The way that we are using technology is becoming detrimental to our mental well-being and we don’t fully understand what it is that is happening, but research is showing the way that “Information Communication” has grown over the last few years may be having a negative impact on our life.
Who would benefit from reading this book:
I think this is beneficial to anyone as it will make you feel that you need to take control of your life and understand how technology is working against you. It will help you to put into perspective how you deal with the world and the technology around it.
What I liked about the book:
I like how the book went through clear examples of how modern-day technology is having a negative impact on our lives. I also like how they explained that this isn’t similar to other innovations (printing press, radio, etc) as the rate of development has dramatically shortened from previous innovations and the speed at which things change is what is having a negative impact.
What I disliked about the book:
This book took a little while to get into but once I did it was really good and I really enjoyed it.
Would I recommend this book:
Yes, I think it will help a lot of people.
Favourite Quote:
“Informational overload from all quarters means that there can only be very little time for personal thought, reflection or even just “zoning out” With a mobile phone that is constantly switched on and a plethora of entertainments available to distract the naked eye it is understandable that some people find it difficult to actually get bored in that particular, fidgety, introspective kind of way”
