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Devices Quote by Mark Feuerstein

“I'm always wondering: Have all these time-saving devices actually saved us any time, or have they just created a million fetishes and obsessions that keep us from the quiet half hour we should be taking to sit and do nothing every day?” quote by Mark Feuerstein
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“I'm always wondering: Have all these time-saving devices actually saved us any time, or have they just created a million fetishes and obsessions that keep us from the quiet half hour we should be taking to sit and do nothing every day?”

Mark Feuerstein

About This Quote

Source Podcast: The Tech Talk, 2022

Time‑saving gadgets may create new obsessions, reducing true downtime.

In simple terms: Devices can distract from real rest.

Key Takeaway

Schedule intentional periods of doing nothing.

Themes

technology time mindfulness

Mood

reflective concerned

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • smartphone use
  • social media
  • productivity apps

Key Concepts

digital distraction habit formation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How many devices truly save time?
  • What rituals can restore quiet moments?
A Different Perspective

Not all tech is harmful; moderation helps.

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