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mk  ·  3954 days ago  ·  link  ·    ·  parent  ·  post: Could you live 'off the grid'?

I can trap and skin rabbits, make minnow traps, build shelters, and I know a number of flora that I can eat. However, I doubt I'd ever be pushed to living completely off-the-grid. I can also fix things, so yes, I think I could get by.

But, I agree with kleinbl00, you aren't talking about being off-the-grid, so much as just wasting too much time on the web. I'd suggest quitting all of the apps that you like least. Just leave one or two.

It takes time for culture to normalize to new technologies. People aren't going to be looking at little black slabs forever. Go with your gut, and don't worry much about what everyone else seems to think is worthwhile. IMO smartphones are 30% utility 70% farmville.