Feelability: How We Lost Touch with Life • Imran Rashid & Fabio Pereira
This interview was recorded for the GOTO Book Club.gotopia.tech/bookclubRead the full transcription of the interview hereImran Rashid - Author of "Offline" & "Feelability"Fabio Pereira - TEDx Speaker & Author of "Digital Nudge"RESOURCESImran@DrImranRashidlinkedin.com/in/imranrashidFabio@fabiopereiramelinkedin.com/in/fabiopereiramefabiopereira.meDESCRIPTIONAmid the challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has laid bare an exceedingly digitized way of life and a marked reduction in interpersonal interactions, a key question has emerged: How can software developers aspire to foster in this evolving landscape? Is it one that remains subject to external forces and unending technological advancement where metrics such as speed, consumption and financial prosperity dominate? Alternatively, should the pursuit revolve around the re-establishment of an authentic connection with life, thereby enabling a deeper sense of purpose, immersion, and human connectivity, especially in software development?In "Feelability," the sequel to the acclaimed bestseller "Offline," readers are invited into a thought-provoking discussion between the author, Dr. Imran Rashid, a specialist doctor, and Fabio Pereira, as they explore the profound consequences of our digitized and rapidly accelerating society on individuals. Learn about some practical tools to navigate the challenges posed by technology's impact and confront smartphone addiction. Whether you seek to reclaim a more meaningful and connected existence or are intrigued by the stories behind this insightful work, "Feelability" offers an enlightening journey toward a more fulfilled life in our digitized age.The interview is based on the book "FEELABILITY"RECOMMENDED BOOKSImran Rashid & Rikke Østergaard • FEELABILITYImran Rashid & Soren Kenner • OfflineFabio Pereira • Digital NudgeDaniel Kahneman • Thinking, Fast and SlowThaler & Sunstein • NudgeDan Ariely • Predictably IrrationalRobert B Cialdini • Influence, New and ExpandedTwitterInstagramLinkedInFacebookLooking for a unique learning experience?Attend the next GOTO conference near you! Get your ticket: gotopia.techSUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL - new videos posted daily!