At a time when productivity means optimizing every second and screens blur the line between work and home, some people are slowing down and disconnecting by looking to communication devices from the past.Tactile activities ranging from writing letters and typewriter clubs to TikTok communities showcasing calligraphy skills and wax seals are giving retro writing instruments a resurgence. More than quaint throwbacks, the pursuits provide their enthusiasts with opportunities to reduce their technology use, be more intentional with time and build meaningful connections with others.“I feel as though my...
Abimbola (Abi) Tschetter (MAPP '22) is a business writer, editor, and marketing
consultant based north of Seattle on Whidbey Island. She is an assistant...