Have We Optimised The Joy Out Of Our Lives?

from Two Broke Chicks · host Alex Hourigan and Sally McMullen

Maxxing this, maxxing that. The latest version of this movement is “friction-maxxing”, where you intentionally do tasks in slightly more analogue ways to build up a tolerance for inconvenience in life. This is your guide on how to do your convenience detox and prevent over-optimising, so you can switch off the autopilot and take the wheel in your life!   🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS In 2026, We Are Friction-Maxxing – The Cut Friction-Maxxing – The Guardian Curing Convenience Addiction – Substack The Downside Of Trying To Over-Optimise Your Life – Calm Collective Asia Friction-Maxxing At Home - MMDIY Can Friction-Maxxing Fix Your Focus? - BBC Focus Will Be The New Competitive Advantage – Alexis Fernandez in Forbes An Addiction To Convenience – Substack Boosting Brain Health Through Mental Stimulation – Comlink Australia AI Tools In Society – Study Minimalist Phone - App   ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube   🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex HouriganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.