Have We Optimised The Joy Out Of Our Lives?
Maxxing this, maxxing that. The latest version of this movement is “friction-maxxing”, where you intentionally do tasks in slightly more analogue ways to build up a tolerance for inconvenience in life. This is your guide on how to do your convenience detox and prevent over-optimising, so you can switch off the autopilot and take the wheel in your life!
🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS
In 2026, We Are Friction-Maxxing – The Cut
Friction-Maxxing – The Guardian
Curing Convenience Addiction – Substack
The Downside Of Trying To Over-Optimise Your Life – Calm Collective Asia…
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