Turning Off Notifications For Just 24 Hours Can Make A Difference

Episode Chapters

Introduction (00:00 - 0:19)

The Benefits of Turning Off Notifications (0:20 - 5:26)

Pet Parents and Social Plans (5:27 - 10:59)

Candy Kids and Halloween (11:00 - 14:02)

Best Things to Buy in October (14:03 - [End of Episode])

Summary

In this engaging conversation, Jason and Mindy explore the impact of digital notifications on daily life, discussing the benefits of a digital detox. They share personal anecdotes about pet ownership and the challenges of balancing social plans with caring for their furry friends. The discussion shifts to health concerns regarding their pet, Blue, and the emotional toll of caring for aging pets. They also delve into the concept of affordable housing, inspired by innovative ideas like Elon Musk's box homes, and wrap up with tips on seasonal shopping for October, highlighting the best deals and must-have items.

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Details

TURNING OFF NOTIFICATIONS FOR EVEN ONE DAY CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE _ Can you imagine turning off all of your phone’s notifications, even just for a day? Researchers (with Telefonica and Carnegie Mellon University) got people to turn off their notifications for 24 hours. Unsurprisingly, those taking part ended up a more productive, less stressed, and less distracted than they otherwise would have been.

PET PARENTS REVEAL THEY BAIL ON SOCIAL PLANS TO STAY HOME WITH THEIR FURRY FRIENDS _ If you’ve ever cancelled plans to stay home with your pet, you are not alone, according to a new survey of 2,000 cat and dog owners. The survey found that nearly half of pet parents (48%) have bailed on plans with friends or family to spend time with their pets, doing so an average of five times during their pet’s life. Surprisingly, 30 percent have even called out of work to stay home with their furry companion, resulting in four pet-related sick days on average.

CANDY KIDS WANT ON HALLOWEEN 

Here it is: The Great Halloween Candy Survey of 2024. Do the kids right and stock your trick-or-treat bowl with some or all of these.

1. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

2. Snickers

3. Kit Kat

4. M&M’s

5. Sour Patch Kids and Skittles (tie)

Best Things to Buy in the month of October

Fall is in full swing, which means you’re thinking about keeping your house nice and toasty as the temperatures drop. The Holidays are quickly approaching. October is the best time to save on new thermostats, smoke detectors and cookware. And if you’re an adventurer, October can also be the best time to buy an RV. Looking to move? October is the start of a three-month stretch for the best time to buy a house.

Cookware: Industry experts say that they see the...