A writer and human rights lawyer on how technology can interfere with our inner freedom As an international human rights lawyer with over 20 years’ experience, and with a particular interest in human rights and technology it made sense that Susie Alegre would be a Freedom user! Susie is a barrister and associate tenant at…
What we learned about our digital habits from a year lived almost entirely on-screen When you think of 2020 – a year of quarantine, confinement, and a whole lot of screen time – “freedom” is probably the last word that comes to mind. Indeed it was a year so unprecedented that the Oxford English Dictionary…
Here at Freedom, we’re used to hearing about technology’s effects on the productivity and happiness of adults, especially over the last 12 months as life has become increasingly screen-based. For those of us who can remember a time before the internet’s omnipresence, it’s difficult to imagine what it’s been like for the younger generations as…
Music has long been a subject of debate in the world of work and study. Some can’t live without soothing classical sounds to help them think, while others need hard rock to keep them motivated all day long. There are those who prefer ambient noise, nature sounds, or binaural beats to get them into the…
Using technology to bring us closer under these exceptional circumstances It’s already upon us, and without a doubt, this is going to be one Holiday season with a difference. With the emphasis on being together and enjoying old traditions, tech isn’t always the first thing on our minds when we think of the Holidays. But…
Tips for being more focused and productive when working from home Whether you love it or loathe it, working from home has defined this year for many of us, and looks set to continue to be a mainstay of our lives for the foreseeable future. Depending on how you look at it, this could be…
How a busy junior doctor learned to cherish her downtime and find a happy balance with social media Back in April, feeling inspired by the work of first responders, medical professionals, and the scientific community around the globe, we wondered what we could do to support these professionals in the fight against the pandemic. In…
How a frontline nurse manages uncertainty and finds the time and space to write Back in April, feeling inspired by the work of first responders, medical professionals, and the scientific community around the globe, we wondered what we could do to support these professionals in the fight against the pandemic. In addition to the stresses…
