Uploaded February 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Description
In this episode, Owen delves into how he's been conquering the voids once filled with the glare of a screen by shedding light on his experiences over the past two years with the Light Phone 2 (thelightphone.com/products?ref=josebriones) —a device designed to downgrade our digital consumption. He reflects on the surprisingly minimal impact that stepping back from social media has had on his career and personal life, going as far as to eliminate platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter from his routine.
As a former marketing manager, Owen shares the unexpected encouragement he received from peers and the positive interactions spawned by his simpler communication approach. He makes a compelling case for re-evaluating our relationship with our devices, discussing the boundaries he's set in place—not just for himself, but extending these practices to his family life, thereby influencing his children's interactions with technology.
Hope you enjoy this conversation
Timestamps
00:00 Social media's impact, experience, and tech culture.
05:59 Marketing manager, using various communication platforms. Positive reactions.
09:09 Setting boundaries with technology and prioritizing connections.
12:55 Leverage referrals and connections, minimal social media.
16:10 Striving for intentionality in habits and entertainment.
19:57 Getting rid of smartphone, but may use occasionally.
24:44 Kids influenced by parents' tech choices.
27:39 Delaying technology introduction fosters problem-solving skills.
29:31 Funny YouTube name, connect with me!
Get full access to Moving Offline at josebriones.substack.com/subscribe (josebriones.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
Description
In this episode, Owen delves into how he's been conquering the voids once filled with the glare of a screen by shedding light on his experiences over the past two years with the Light Phone 2 (thelightphone.com/products?ref=josebriones) —a device designed to downgrade our digital consumption. He reflects on the surprisingly minimal impact that stepping back from social media has had on his career and personal life, going as far as to eliminate platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter from his routine.
As a former marketing manager, Owen shares the unexpected encouragement he received from peers and the positive interactions spawned by his simpler communication approach. He makes a compelling case for re-evaluating our relationship with our devices, discussing the boundaries he's set in place—not just for himself, but extending these practices to his family life, thereby influencing his children's interactions with technology.
Hope you enjoy this conversation
Timestamps
00:00 Social media's impact, experience, and tech culture.
05:59 Marketing manager, using various communication platforms. Positive reactions.
09:09 Setting boundaries with technology and prioritizing connections.
12:55 Leverage referrals and connections, minimal social media.
16:10 Striving for intentionality in habits and entertainment.
19:57 Getting rid of smartphone, but may use occasionally.
24:44 Kids influenced by parents' tech choices.
27:39 Delaying technology introduction fosters problem-solving skills.
29:31 Funny YouTube name, connect with me!
Get full access to Moving Offline at josebriones.substack.com/subscribe (josebriones.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4)
