Tech Expert: Why Life Speeds Up As You Age (And How To Slow It Down!)

About this video

• Video Title: Tech Expert: Why Life Speeds Up As You Age (And How To Slow It Down!)
• Channel: Siim Land
• Speakers: Siim Land, Chris Angie
• Duration: 01:02:48

Overview

This video features a conversation between Siim Land and Chris Angie, known as "the world's most connected man." They discuss how Chris transformed his health and life by leveraging technology to track and analyze his behaviors. The conversation explores the evolution of technology, its impact on human experience, strategies for slowing down the perception of time as one ages, and practical ways to integrate technology for better health and self-awareness.

Key takeaways

• Technological Transformation for Health: Chris Angie shares his journey from being over 320 lbs, a heavy smoker, and on antidepressants to transforming his health by using technology to log data, track behaviors, and create feedback mechanisms.
• Data as a Mirror for Self-Awareness: By meticulously logging his activities, food intake, and even social interactions, Chris used technology to create a "mirror" of his life, revealing patterns and connections that influenced his well-being.
• Hacking Time and Perception: The discussion delves into how the subjective perception of time speeds up with age and how technology, mindfulness, and deliberate practices like using countdown apps can help slow down this perception.
• Evolution of Technology and AI: They discuss the advancements from early tracking devices to modern AI, implants, and wearables, predicting a future where technology will be even more integrated into our lives.
• Balancing Technology and Humanity: While embracing technological advancements, the speakers emphasize the importance of human connection, mindful living, and using technology as a tool rather than letting it control us.