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13 Questions for Deeper Reflection
Randy Ginsburg
April 23, 2025
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Before we get into it…
1) Dropped a new episode of The Kanso Show with Memelord Technologies founder Jason Levin, where we talked about humor and humanity, building a journaling practice, unhinged marketing, and of course, memes.
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Last week, I shared a revised version of one of my earlier posts from a time when the audience of this newsletter was a lot smaller. It was cool to see the feedback from newer readers and hear about them going down rabbit holes of my writing.
My goal with content is to always build a binge bank, so it was amazing to see that play out in real time.
Today, I’m sharing with you one more ‘oldie’ from my earlier archives, updated with some new insights from recent experiences.
Over the last six months, I’ve had hundreds of conversations about how technology plays a role in people’s lives and whether or not they’re satisfied with that relationship.
These people live across all continents and despite the miles of distance, various socioeconomic backgrounds, and general life differences, they all struggle with the same issues: excessive and compulsive doomscrolling, uncontrollable feelings of self-comparison, guilt about spending time on their devices vs their priorities, feeling the need to be ‘on’ to stay ahead of their career etc.
Many of these people had made attempts to curb their screen time in the past, and even after periods of success, eventually reverted back to the mean. They were problem aware, but desperately lacked the accountability and resources that worked for them and their lifestyle.
Truly amazing & fascinating to see.
Now, I want to share with you the same questions I asked during these conversations to hopefully spark some deeper reflection and action in your own lives.
What role does tech play in my work? In my downtime? In my relationships?
What does “enough” look like for me online?
What would it mean to feel in control of my digital life?
How would you describe your current relationship with technology— productive, distracting, or somewhere in between?
What’s your biggest challenge when it comes to balancing digital habits with your personal or professional life?
Have you noticed any signs of burnout or fatigue related to your digital use?
How do certain devices, software, or content impact your stress levels and ability to disconnect?
What have you tried in the past to reduce your screen time or improve your relationship with technology? How did that work for you?
What impact do you think technology has had on your personal relationships or social interactions?
Do you ever feel anxious or guilty about the time you spend on your devices? If so, how often?
How do you feel after spending extended time on your phone or computer? Do you feel more drained or recharged? What apps or content contribute to which feelings?
What kind of example do you want to set for others (family, colleagues, etc.) regarding your tech habits?
If you could reduce your screen time and related stress by 50%, how valuable would that be in your life?
I’d highly encourage you to sit down with a pen and paper and write out your answers. And if you’re open to it, feel free to reply to this email with your thoughts. I’d love to read what you came up with. Always happy to offer advice or support wherever I can.
If you’re looking to improve your digital wellness, here are a few places to start:
Kanso Experiences - Unforgettable phone-free social experiences for ambitious people who are tired of the feed and hungry for real relationships.
Kanso Reset45 Cohorts - A cohort-based bootcamp to reprogram your tech habits in 45 days. If you’re interested in joining, reply to this email.
Kanso 1:1 Digital Wellness Accountability Coaching - For those who need high-touch, personalized support and daily ongoing accountability.
The Digital Reset Journal - The first journal designed to help you build a healthier relationship with tech
Digital Detox Tools - A free directory of 100+ digital wellness tools to integrate into all areas of your life.
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That’s all for this week. Now stop scrolling, and go do something great.
— Randy
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