Technology promises to simplify our lives, but often multiplies decisions: - Which app to use? - How to configure it? - When to upgrade? - Whether to sync across devices? - How to handle notifications? - When to switch systems?
The solution isn't avoiding digital tools—it's choosing and using them strategically.
The Minimum Viable Tool Philosophy
Before adopting any digital tool, ask: 1. What specific decisions will this eliminate? 2. Will it create new decisions? 3. Can I commit to it for 6 months minimum? 4. Is the simplest option sufficient?
If you can't answer clearly, skip the tool.