Friday, February 12, 2010
E-media fast
I am currently reading a book called, Amusing ourselves to Death, by Neil Postman. His central thesis is that all forms of public discourse (politics, religion, education) have become a form of show business. At the start of the book he has his students go on a 24 hour electronic fast and write about their experience. So, for a 24 hour period I will take no calls, no computer, no car, no radio or television, no movies, no Internet etc. I will not use anything that has an electronic outlet and I will walk or ride my skateboard. The great news is that I can still surf and read! Isn't it ironic that I am blogging about an e-fast? So the fast will start this Saturday morning, February 12 and I will let you know how it goes.
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Good luck! I am not sure I could do it. Sounds like an interesting read. love ya, Susan
ReplyDeleteAlright, I'll text you on Saturday to see how it's going.
ReplyDeleteMatt:
ReplyDeleteHow refreshing, reminds me of a few days at the island on the hook. When you do plug back in, you'll hear the same BS from the media. It will be like you didn't miss a beat.
Enjoy the serenity.
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Well how did it go? Love ya
ReplyDeleteHave you converted to Judiasm?
ReplyDeleteMatt, heard you did this for two days. Did it feel like you had a lot more time in the day? Did you feel less stressed? What a great idea. Congrats. Hugs, Denise
ReplyDeleteMatt, anxious to hear how it went. Good for you! Sounds like a very interesting experience.
ReplyDeleteLove ya, Sandy