'Friction-maxxing' trend encourages effortful living amid tech reliance

The trend of 'friction-maxxing' encourages individuals to engage in more effortful, analogue activities, such as cooking from scratch or meeting friends in person, as a response to increasing reliance on technology. Critics argue that these suggestions, highlighted in a recent Washington Post list, reflect a rebranding of basic living skills rather than a genuine challenge. Many find the notion of making life harder unnecessary, especially during tough times.

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