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The Visual Detox: How to Consume Media Without Letting it Consume You

The Visual Detox: How to Consume Media Without Letting it Consume You

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The average person sees 10,000 commercial visuals a day, but can only process 1%. This book provides new tools to think critically about images and combat information overload, helping to reclaim focus, peace of mind, and sense of wonder.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 07 March 2024
Publisher: Vintage Publishing


The average person encounters approximately 10,000 commercial visuals daily. However, research indicates that our ability to process only 1% of the visual information we encounter is limited. If a picture is worth a thousand words, where does this excess leave us?

This book, "The Visual Detox," authored by art expert and businesswoman Marine Tanguy, delves into the profound impact of the imagery we encounter on our well-being. It offers valuable insights and practical tools to help us think critically about images, combat information overload, and engage more meaningfully with the visual world around us.

Through engaging with art and content that enhances our daily experiences online, at work, in our homes, and in public spaces, we can cultivate a healthier relationship with visual media. By understanding the type of thinker we are (spatial, visual, verbal?), comprehending how our brains interpret visual language, decoding the subtle negative messages in popular culture, and implementing tiny hacks to block out online noise, we can create soothing environments that promote focus, peace of mind, and a sense of wonder.

This concise guide to visual decluttering empowers individuals to reclaim their attention, mental clarity, and appreciation for the beauty of the world around them. It is a must-read for anyone who desires to navigate the visual landscape more mindfully and intentionally.

Weight: 362g
Dimension: 207 x 136 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529912647

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