Publisher's Synopsis
Are you addicted to instant gratification? From same-day delivery to fast food and endless streaming, convenience is the heartbeat of modern life-but at what cost? In The Hidden Cost of Convenience: How Instant Gratification Is Killing Our Future, J. Rogan delivers a gripping wake-up call, revealing how our obsession with speed is destroying the planet, fraying our mental health, exploiting workers, and eroding our self-discipline.
Blending cutting-edge science, personal stories, and bold cultural critique, this book uncovers the hidden toll of convenience culture. You'll discover:- Environmental devastation: How fast fashion and expedited shipping fuel climate change and pile up landfills.
- Mental health crisis: Why dopamine-driven habits like binge-watching and scrolling leave us anxious and unfocused.
- Human exploitation: The grueling reality for gig workers and factory laborers behind your next-day delivery.
- Lost resilience: How instant rewards make us impatient and less capable of chasing big dreams.
- Science-backed insights: Neuroscience, environmental data, and labor studies ground the argument.
- Relatable voice: J. Rogan's honest, humorous stories make slow living feel achievable.
- Actionable guide: A 12-week challenge with weekly plans, reflections, and tips to sustain change.
- Timely and urgent: Tackles trending topics like sustainability, mental health, and ethical consumption.