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Moving Offline PodcastDigital Minimalism Author: Jose Briones
Discussions and short thoughts about Digital Minimalism. Interviews from time to time. josebriones.substack.com Language: en Genres: Society & Culture, Technology Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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From 7 Hours to Freedom
Tuesday, 14 October, 2025
Episode Summary In this episode, I unpack why most digital detoxes don’t work—and what’s helped me build a low-tech lifestyle that actually lasts. I share my own journey, from buying a Light Phone 2 in 2019 to falling back into old habits during the pandemic, and how the 1% method helped me shift from temporary detox to sustainable change. If you’ve ever felt stuck in screen time loops or discouraged by failed attempts to unplug, this one’s for you.What I Talk AboutThe science behind screen addiction and why it’s not just about willpowerMy early attempts at digital detox—and why they didn’t stickHow the 1% method works (and why it’s better than quitting cold turkey)Why a calendar became my most powerful tool for habit changeHow low-tech living spilled into my finances, relationships, and sense of purposeA funny story about traveling through Colorado with $5 and no physical credit cardFavorite Quotes from the Episode“Detoxing is like crash dieting for your attention span: intense, unsustainable, and often followed by relapse.” “You’re not escaping your phone—you’re choosing something more fulfilling to do with your time.” “If it’s not in the calendar, it doesn’t exist.” —My wifeResources MentionedAtomic Habits by James ClearErik Weihenmayer’s story of summiting the seven tallest mountainsThe Light Phone 2 and my low-tech setupThe 1% method as a framework for digital and financial changeWhy This MattersI’m not here to preach about dumbphones or shame anyone for using tech. I’m here to share what’s worked for me—and invite you to build a life that feels more like yours. It starts small. It feels slow. But it’s real.Support My WorkMoving Offline is a reader-supported publication. If this episode resonated with you, consider subscribing or sharing it with someone who’s ready to make a 1% shift. Get full access to Moving Offline at josebriones.substack.com/subscribe
