Mitch Masters Motivation Through Curated Technology Use
Jan 9, 2024
Unlocking Time Management: Many of us get caught up in technology, spending hours upon hours scrolling through social media and watching mindless shows on Netflix. But what if you could use technology as a tool to boost your motivation and productivity? Meet Mitch, a busy professional who found himself spending hours each day scrolling through social media and watching mindless shows on Netflix.
Mitch’s daily routine was something like this – he would wake up in the morning, grab his phone, and check his email, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter accounts. Then he would start his day at work, but throughout the day, he found himself constantly distracted by notifications on his phone.
That’s when Mitch discovered the concept of curation. Just like a curator at a museum selects pieces to display, Mitch realized he could curate his own technology use to help him reach his goals and enhance his time management.
Setting Clear Intentions
The first step Mitch took towards curating his technology use was setting clear intentions. Instead of mindlessly scrolling through social media, he decided to use that time to connect with friends and family or to learn something new by following industry experts and influencers, improving his overall time management. He also decided to allocate specific times of the day to check his emails and social media, rather than constantly being on it throughout the day.
Identifying Helpful vs. Hindering Apps
Next, Mitch identified which apps and websites were helping him and which were hindering him in terms of time management. He deleted the apps that were draining his productivity and downloaded ones that supported his goals, such as meditation apps and language learning tools. He also started tracking his phone usage to see which apps were taking up the most time and made changes accordingly.
Taking Breaks When Needed
Mitch realized that taking breaks from technology throughout the day was also important for his productivity and well-being. He started going for walks during his lunch break, practicing mindfulness instead of constantly checking his phone, and even incorporated regular exercise into his routine.
The results were amazing. With his newfound approach to technology use and improved time management, Mitch was able to accomplish more in his work, build stronger relationships with loved ones, and even pursue his hobbies and interests. He found that he had more time to read, write, and explore new topics.
Mitch’s transformation didn’t happen overnight. It took time, effort, and dedication to curate his technology use. But the results were well worth it. He found that he was more focused, less stressed, and overall, much happier.
So why not take a page from Mitch’s book and curate your own technology use? Set intentions, identify helpful vs. hindering apps, and take breaks when needed. With a little bit of curation, you too can turn those tech time wasters into a productive and fulfilling use of your time.
