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Emma Gannon on Community and Connection in an Online World

Jan 18, 2022

Emma Gannon, a bestselling author and host of the popular podcast 'Ctrl Alt Delete,' dives into the themes of community and connection in today's digital landscape. She explores ideas from her book, 'Disconnected,' highlighting the joy and challenges of blending creative work with personal fulfillment. Gannon discusses how online behaviors can misalign with real-life interactions, the importance of taking breaks from social media, and the nuances of cancel culture. She reflects on women's experiences with motherhood and societal pressures, advocating for compassion and open dialogue.

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ANECDOTE

Bridging Online Divides

Gannon resolved an online disagreement by initiating a video call.
She emphasizes the importance of deeper connection over character limits.

INSIGHT

Emotional Disconnection

Excessive time online can lead to emotional disconnection, creating a downward spiral.
Use your phone as a tool to improve offline life, not as a substitute for connection.

ADVICE

Understanding Self-Sabotage

Identify the specific feeling associated with self-sabotaging behaviors.
Recognize that self-sabotage is often a form of self-protection.

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Emma Gannon is a bestselling author, speaker, novelist, and the host of the number 1 creative careers podcast in the UK called “Ctrl Alt Delete”.

Eric and Emma discuss her latest book, Disconnected: How to Stay Human in an Online World

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Emma Gannon and I Discuss Community and Connection in an Online World and…

Her book, Disconnected: How to Stay Human in an Online World
The belief that everyone is creative and need to feed their creativity
The joy and challenge when your creative work becomes your paid work
How our online and offline behaviors and interactions are often not aligned
Connection and how she compares humans to trees
The power of community and connection, both online and in-person
Noticing when spending too much time online leads to emotional disconnection
Understanding self-sabotage and noticing the feelings associated with that behavior
Finding the balance of striving to be successful and happiness
Her thoughts on cancel culture
Her first novel, Olive
The shame and guilt that women often feel for their life choices

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