Open Letter Regarding Communication

Salutations,

I hope this letter finds you well. I'm writing to you today to discuss a topic that I believe is of great importance in our modern world: communication. Specifically, I'd like to talk about the ways in which we communicate with one another using technology.

But first, if I personally asked you to read this, I want to make sure you understand this is nothing personal. This letter is both a strong request and a suggestion you might bring to others in your life. The purpose is inner peace and focus.

## Humanity is quite new to being so connected

Simply put, technology came on strong and fast. We're growing into it. I believe we still have many lessons to learn in our relationship with tech, one of which is the art of choosing which channels we use to communicate. Because just as with a sword, it's not only what you say but also how you say it that matters.

# The NoiseBlade Way

I will do my best to be considerate of other peoples head space. When communicating with someone via any tech, I will be mindful of the options and will strive to use the most appropriate channel. I will refrain from making peoples devices beep or ring unless it is appropriate. Face to face we can see if we're interrupting, but with tech we can't. So I will be mindful of this.

If it's a social call - I will call. Unless I know the other party prefers socializing via sms ( aka text messages) or 'chat', unless it's just a quick thing like 'I miss you' etc, and unless there's some other good reason. If I'd like to talk on the phone with someone I will consider sending a text message like 'please call when you get a chance', if it's about something specific tell them like 'so we can discuss this weekend', because this allows them to talk at a time of their choosing. These ideas are somewhat flexible, ie if I know they'd like me to be calling and are likely not busy or absorbed in recreation or otherwise not in a state of deep focus, also if it's someone I haven't talked to in a while and I trust they'd like to hear from me. Voice communication is more personal and more engaging, let's use it more.

If it's a business or tactical message - I will send an sms only if it's a matter of some urgency, else I will send a short email ( or whichever channel they prefer, but anything that doesn't make their phone beep ). If it's not urgent and I will see this person soon enough, I will at least consider discussing this with them in person instead of adding more stuff to their inbox. If I don't have their email address, I will consider getting their email address for this purpose going forward. Email is a great way to not interrupt someone's moment, and to give them time to think about what I've said before responding.

I appreciate you taking the time to read this. Life is too short and every moment is precious.

If you'd like more peace and deep focus, share this. Let's cut down on the noise.

Are you willing to help make less beeping devices in the world?

Respectfully, NoiseBlade