{"product_id":"the-small-stuff-how-to-lead-a-more-gratifying-life","title":"The Small Stuff: How to Lead a More Gratifying Life","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom popular The Atlantic columnist Ian Bogost, a lively reflection about how we’ve become disconnected from the physical world—and how to reclaim gratification in your day-to-day life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn an era dominated by convenience and efficiency, one would think that life would be simpler, easier, and most importantly, happier. After all, shouldn’t all the time saved with machines and technology leave us with more time for ourselves? The Atlantic columnist Ian Bogost thinks not. From digital tickets to automated faucets, he argues that the simple pleasures of daily life have been stripped away, replaced by sleek, but soulless, design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThrough engaging anecdotes and sharp analysis, Bogost uncovers how modern conveniences not only fail to deliver on their promises but also rob us of small, satisfying tasks and moments that keep us grounded and human. He challenges us to rethink our daily interactions with the material world and illuminates how the loss of these tangible interactions has contributed to widespread feelings of disconnection and dissatisfaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut all hope is not lost. Bogost guides us to identify and appreciate the overlooked joys hidden in everyday life. By reforming how we approach ordinary tasks, we can rediscover the gratification embedded in the tactile world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHumorous, thought-provoking, and practical, The Small Stuff reveals that finding joy isn’t about achieving monumental happiness or prolonged satisfaction. It’s about doing small things, deliberately and with attention, to unlock the basic pleasures that flavor our daily lives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52321980383534,"sku":"9781668062630","price":38.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0965\/1385\/1694\/files\/9781668062630.jpg?v=1784308263","url":"https:\/\/www.thebeeskneesemporium.ca\/products\/the-small-stuff-how-to-lead-a-more-gratifying-life","provider":"The Bee's Knees Books \u0026 Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}