Tech Talk with Toni

People swipe on their phones an average of 2500-5000 times per day   With the TikTok ban looming in the U.S. amidst national security concerns, I believe we should also be asking a deeper question:  What are we allowing to capture our attention? Social media isn’t just profiting from our data—it’s also draining our limited time and energy! Isn’t it funny how we all wonder why we can’t get things done, yet we constantly allow ourselves to be distracted? As someone who recently deactivated their Instagram account, I’ve realized how much passively consuming endless videos— ones I never even searched for —has negatively impacted my well-being. Whether it was comparing my life to those who could afford trips to Europe or staying up late searching for something to share with friends, I realized I was consuming content without purpose. In a time of shrinking attention spans, the ability to focus and take action is more valuable than ever. Now, I’m not saying entertainment is bad, but...

What's 10 x 10? I started this blog on February 4th, 2023—almost two years ago (wow, I just checked!)—and I must say, writing consistently is a challenge that I gladly took on. Writing has been a constant theme in my life. It got me through my rebellious teen years and straight into adulthood (which, to be honest, I still have a hard time accepting). Many people ask me, "How do you do it?" To that, I say: I enjoy it, and I have a great support system. Today, I want to take a moment to reflect and give thanks—to those who read my posts, those who point out my typos, and especially to my dad, who always asks, "Toni, did you post yet?" But let’s be real: doing 100 of anything is difficult—whether it's 100 pull-ups or developing 100 apps. Even when you’re passionate about something, there are days when you just don’t have the energy or inspiration. And that’s okay! You just have to keep pushing forward—through the valley of despair, even when no one is watchin...