Book 57: "How to Do Nothing” by Jenny Odell
Could the solution to a healthier state of mind actually be ... doing nothing? Welcome to our course on “How to Do Nothing” by Jenny Odell. In this class, we’ll explore the profound importance of reclaiming our attention and resisting the demands of a productivity-obsessed culture. We will learn how to cultivate deeper connections with our surroundings, appreciate the value of doing less, and understand how time and space influence our capacity to think and grow. By the end, we will have tools to resist the constant pressures of modern life and rediscover the power of presence, observation, and intentional living. Jenny Odell is an artist, writer, and educator whose work centers on the intersection of technology, ecology, and society. With a background in digital art and critical theory, she has been a lecturer at Stanford University, where she shares her insights on design, art, and the environment. Her unique perspective blends creativity with activism, encouraging us to rethink our relationship with the world around us. Through her writing, Odell offers a compelling challenge to the way we engage with time, technology, and our environment, making her the perfect guide for this journey. Head to the classroom to learn: https://tinyurl.com/2bdsu7at