Ian Bogost's forthcoming book, 'The Small Stuff', argues that many aspects of our daily existence have become dematerialized, leading to a disconnection from the sensory world. Bogost contends that convenience technologies, bureaucracy, efficiency, and economics have all contributed to this phenomenon.
He cites the decline of stick shift cars and the rise of automatic and electric vehicles as an example of this trend. Bogost also discusses the concept of dematerialization, where people become disconnected from the sensory world due to the increasing use of technology.
The book aims to help people find gratification in everyday sensory experiences, rather than relying on convenience and technology. Bogost believes that people don't need to wait for broad societal change to start experiencing their lives fully, and that small, everyday moments can be a source of meaning and connection.
