A Movement to Elevate Connection, Wonder, and Wellbeing in the Age of AI
In an era where digital technology affects every aspect of our lives, Digital Wellbeing: Empowering Connection with Wonder and Imagination in the Age of AI encourages leaders and teams to proactively navigate the complex relationships between technology, creativity, and human wellness.
Written in an approachable, practical, and uplifting style, this book explores how digital platforms, tools, and interfaces, from social media to virtual and augmented reality, gaming, and wearables, influence our mental health, relationships, innovative capacity, and overall wellbeing.
This book investigates challenges and opportunities presented by the Age of AI, offering insights into managing attention, overcoming the loneliness epidemic, building meaningful relationships, elevating awe, and harnessing technology to enhance life rather than detract from it. Readers are guided to integrate principles of wonder and imagination with the most current digital practices to increase connection, joy, and thriving.
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Testimonials
“At a time when the impulse to lead fully digital lives and automate is tempting, Caitlin Krause’s Digital Wellbeing offers ways to uphold creative freedom and imagination. She lights a way for integrity in this digital age, recognizing our lives as a Möbius strip of inner-outer connection. This book guides us to access what is most genuine and vital, fostering a mindful and authentic relationship with technology.”
—Parker J. Palmer, author of Let Your Life Speak, A Hidden Wholeness, and On the Brink of Everything
“Caitlin Krause is a consummate guide to the art of thriving in a world dominated by digital technology. Our tools and our schools don’t teach us how to use them, and only the knowledgeable are able to go beyond surviving to thriving in our technological environment. Krause is our experienced, knowledgeable, optimistic, and caring guide to enjoying, understanding, and turning our media to our own advantage.”
—Howard Rheingold, Author of Smart Mobs and Net Smart
“Caitlin Krause’s Digital Wellbeing masterfully explores the intersection of technology and human potential. This book is a must-read for those who want to leverage the power of AI to unlock their creativity and imagination and ultimately invent new means of expression that will go way beyond human language, art, and science of today.”
—Ray Kurzweil, inventor, futurist, and author of New York Times bestseller The Singularity Is Nearer
“Caitlin Krause is hands-down the ‘go-to expert’ on mental wellbeing and virtual reality. In addition to being a huge thinker on wellbeing in general, she has logged thousands of hours in-headset. She doesn’t just talk the talk, she walks the walk. I can’t think of a better person to write this book.”
—Jeremy Bailenson, founding director of Stanford University’s Virtual Human Interaction Lab
“Digital Wellbeing is a welcome paradigm shift that invites us all toward a brighter future with tech. The book is brimming with compelling questions and practical insights— it is truly a resource to revisit. Krause is wonder-full as a guide. From her ‘imagination index,’ to ‘the presence pyramid,’ ‘metaverse fluency,’ and ‘collective effervescence,’ Krause gifts us with new language to open up important conversations about digital thriving.”
—Dr. Emily Weinstein, Co-Founder and Executive Director, Center for Digital Thriving, Harvard Graduate School of Education
“There’s another plane of existence waiting for you, full of so much wonder and meaning. In this delightful book, Caitlin Krause opens your eyes to the marvels that can be found in the digital world. She’s the perfect guide!”
—Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD, author of Transcend
“Caitlin Krause’s book is a masterclass in digital wellbeing. Our tech often overwhelms, and Krause shows us how to reclaim awe and wonder. Essential reading for anyone looking to succeed in this age of noise, disruption, and change.”
—Scott Galloway, Professor of Marketing, NYU Stern School of Business
“Digital Wellbeing: Empowering Connection with Wonder and Imagination in the Age of AI by Caitlin Krause empowers leaders to blend technological innovation with genuine human connection, particularly those aiming to lead with purpose and compassion in our increasingly digital world. With this book, Krause has created a call to action for those ready to pioneer with strength and empathy, making it an indispensable resource for visionary leadership.”
—Shelley Zalis, Founder and CEO of The Female Quotient
“In today’s rapidly evolving world, Digital Wellbeing: Empowering Connection with Wonder and Imagination in the Age of AI stands out as an essential guide for leaders and lifelong learners. This book skillfully addresses the challenges of modern life, offering timeless wellbeing principles that are both innovative and practical. It’s an invaluable resource for anyone looking to thrive at the intersection of technology and personal growth, a must-read for those dedicated to enhancing their professional and personal lives with wonder, wisdom, and authenticity.”
—Chip Conley, New York Times bestselling author and Founder of Modern Elder Academy
“Caitlin Krause’s Digital Wellbeing is a transformative guide for today’s leaders, showing how technology can enhance—rather than hinder—our capacity for genuine human connection and creativity. It’s a vital resource for anyone who wants to create meaningful impact and navigate the emerging digital world with innovation and authenticity.”
—Dorie Clark, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Long Game and executive education faculty, Columbia Business School
About the Author
Caitlin Krause is an experience designer, author and keynote speaker. She founded the interactive lab MindWise in 2015, and she teaches about digital wellbeing at Stanford. Her course “Digital Wellbeing: Designing Healthy Relationships With Technology” led to her new book, Digital Wellbeing: Empowering Connection with Wonder and Imagination in the Age of AI, out September 24, 2024 with Wiley. Caitlin has also authored the books Digital Satori (2023); Designing Wonder: Leading Transformative Experiences in XR (2021) and Mindful by Design (2019). She advises organizations including Google, Meta, Oracle, TED, and the U.S. State Department. She creates and guides collaborative transformational experiences, fusing presence, storytelling, imagination, and emotional intelligence.
Upcoming Programs
LEAD WITH DIGITAL WELLBEING
ELEVATE CREATIVITY AND CONNECTION IN THE AGE OF AI
In this 4-week course, designed for leaders and innovators, you’ll explore how to thrive with Digital Wellbeing while navigating the fast-evolving landscape of AI and technology.
Through interactive sessions, reflective activities, and optional VR experiences, you’ll learn how to integrate creativity, connection, and wellbeing into your leadership and design practices. By the end of this course, you’ll have practical strategies for working with AI and new tools to build deeper connections and drive innovation in both your personal and professional life.