Do you wish you had more time to do what you love, think deeply, and focus on the people and things that matter most? By giving up screens one day a week for over a decade, Internet pioneer and filmmaker Tiffany Shlain and her family have gained more time, productivity, connection, and presence. Shlain takes us on a thought-provoking and entertaining journey through time and technology, introducing a strategy for flourishing in our 24/7 world. Drawn from the ancient ritual of Shabbat, living 24/6 can work for anyone from any background. With humor and wisdom, Shlain shares her story, offering the accessible lessons she has learned and providing a blueprint for how to do it yourself.

Includes filmography (pages 221-223). Also published under the title: 24/6: the power of unplugging one day a week.

part I. A day different from all other days: Why I went 24/6 ; A brief history of a day of rest ; The technology of rest -- part II. Being on 24/7: The joys of tech ; The infinite loops of addiction ; Algorithms and animal instincts -- part III. Making 24/6 happen: Everything you need ; Creating a dream day -- part IV. Keeping tech human: Exits and entrances ; Eye contact and empathy ; Taming social media ; Left to their own devices : parenting with tech ; Making rules, breaking rules -- part V. The science of unplugging: Daydreaming and creativity ; Silence and stillness ; Gratitude and practice ; Nature and perspective ; Memory and time -- part VI. The big picture: A more balanced web ; Thinking backwards ; Life is (in)finite -- part VII. It's easier than you think : a step-by-step guide: Things to think about ; Ideas for having fun without screens (by age) ; Keep the physical and mental benefits going the other six days of the week ; Everything (but the screen) challah recipe ; People share their perspectives on living 24/6, Tech Shabbat, and Shabbat.