This episode features Laura Carney, Author, “My Father’s List. This is Laura’s 2nd time as a guest of the Why Not Today? Podcast. Laura shared her courage story of doing an annual 22 day smartphone detox/cleanse. Laura’s father was killed in 2008 at the age of 54 when he was hit by a distracted driver. Laura talked about how she has worked with Joel Feldman on advocacy work around distracted drivers. Joel’s daughter, Cassie, was also killed by a distracted driver at 21 years old Laura puts down her smartphone except to use as a phone for the 22 days between the date of Cassie’s death and her fathers death. Laura shares her many lessons she has learned over the years from her smartphone detox. During the interview, Laura referenced several resources for more information on distracted driving – the AAA chart of levels of distraction: https://aaafoundation.org/measuring-cognitive-distraction-automobile/ and her article about the first smartphone cleanse she did: https://www.enddd.org/end-distracted-driving/digital-detox-i-gave-up-my-smartphone-for-22-days/. Let’s learn from Laura and make better choices when we are in our cars with our smartphones. Also, put down your phones and be present with the people you love and don’t take them for granted. Why Not Today? enjoy your life and the people you love!
The “Why Not Today?” Podcast, hosted by Leslie Kane, showcases individuals who have boldly asked themselves, “Why not today?” and have taken courageous actions. In a heartfelt tribute to her father, Patrick Kane. This podcast serves as a beacon of encouragement, reminding us all that sometimes the most transformative moments begin with a simple question: Why not today?
Contact Laura –
www.bylauracarney.com
carney.laura@gmail.com
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LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauracarney/
