Technology is all around us. And it has served us well. Or so we think. While I enjoy technology like most people do, I do see the problems associated with its abuse by global corporations who no longer value our privacy or rights. I have been a big proponent of tech but in recent years, I have started to phase it out in areas of my life where it serves no purpose. 

I slowly began to do away with excess technology usage in June of 2019. And continue to do so. By getting rid of AI and smart home devices such as the Echo and Google Home, I have been able to live much more comfortably with alternatives. From X10 remote devices at home that perform the same functions as smart devices, without the dependency of the internet, to open sourced solutions in tablets, PCs and even phones. 

The last move was doing away with smart phones and reverting to flip phones that offer EXACTLY what I need. There is nothing so urgent it cannot wait for me to get home and look up on my computer. I live more relaxed as I disconnect from the crazy rat race that gives us nothing but stress as we constantly compete with the world for status. This is not what humanity is all about. And technology is making these things worst.

I share what I did and offer some alternative solutions to help you de-tech, too!