digital media

“A digital minimalist … is someone who gets lost in a book, a sunset or a woodworking project. These people have developed ‘a philosophy that puts our aspirations and values once again in charge of our daily experience.'”

The pope told Catholic communicators they have an important role to play “through media education, networking Catholic media and countering lies and misinformation.”

“Johann’s digital detox compelled him to dive into neuroscience, interviewing experts on attention and flow. He learned about the value of meandering, play and natural sleep rhythms. He compiled his findings into a new book called ‘Stolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention — and How to Think Deeply Again.'”

Christians must persevere in generously doing good in the world, bolstered by prayer and by fighting evil in their own lives, including an addiction to digital media, Pope Francis said.

A forum called “Children and Screens” hosted by the Institute of Digital Media and Child Development recently explored how much time is too much time for preschoolers and screens.

More than a year after he established the Secretariat for Communications, Pope Francis named 16 new members to the body whose aim is to coordinate and streamline the Holy See’s multiple communications outlets.