“Digital Wellbeing masterfully explores the intersection of technology and human potential. This book is a must-read for those who want to leverage the power of AI to unlock their creativity and imagination and ultimately invent new means of expression that will go way beyond human language, art, and science of today.” - Ray Kurzweil, inventor, futurist, and author of New York Times bestseller The Singularity Is Nearer
Elevate your digital wellbeing by embracing wonder, creativity, and technology
Digital Wellbeing is a transformative guide that offers leaders, business professionals, educators, and lifelong learners a path to thrive in the digital age. Krause provides innovative strategies to enhance mindfulness, creativity, and wellbeing in a world enriched by technology. This book empowers readers to leverage digital tools to create meaningful, positive connections and improve their overall quality of life. Discover how to integrate principles of wonder, awe, creativity, and imagination with cutting-edge technology to achieve a balanced and fulfilling digital experience.
- Learn about frameworks for digital wellbeing and how to apply them effectively.
- Gain insights on using technology to enhance connection and a sense of belonging.
- Explore the impact of spatial computing, immersive imagination, virtual reality, and AI on wellbeing.
- Understand social media's impact on societal expectations and personal interactions.
- Access actionable strategies for leaders, educators, and individuals to excel digitally.
- Learn how tech usage can be more intentional and less reactionary.
- Engage with reflection questions and exercises to deepen understanding and application.
Combining the structure of a how-to guide with the depth of a reflective workbook, this book offers practical advice and engaging exercises, all delivered in Krause's distinctive voice. Explore the transformative potential of Digital Wellbeing and learn how to excel in a digitally connected world with wonder and imagination. Begin your journey towards a balanced, enriching digital life today.
Table of Contents
Foreword by Marc Prensky xv
Preface xvii
Introduction: Open Up to a World of Wonder 1
Chapter 1 Defining Wellbeing Through a New Lens 13
Chapter 2 Frameworks for Digital Wellbeing 39
Chapter 3 Facets of Wonder: Implications for Digital Wellbeing 61
Chapter 4 Wellbeing and the Well of Being Well 83
Chapter 5 How Technology Helps: Creating Connection and Belonging Instead of Loneliness 111
Chapter 6 Thriving with Digital Wellbeing: Approaches to Learning 133
Chapter 7 Wellbeing Through Spatial Computing, Gaming, and Extended Reality 147
Chapter 8 Wellbeing Through Immersive Imagination 185
Interlude by Rodney Mullen 186
Chapter 9 Wellbeing Through Music: The Heart Is a Digital Kick Drum 205
Chapter 10 Wellbeing Through Wearables and Movement 215
Chapter 11 Wellbeing Through AI and How to Thrive with Hope 229
Future Sight: Envisioning a Future of Digital Thriving 241
Notes 251
Acknowledgments 269
About the Author 271
Index 273
