What «JOMO. El gusto de perder» proposes
«JOMO. El gusto de perder» by Juan Evaristo Valls advocates for the right to say no, miss out on things, and reclaim personal time in a society that demands constant availability and productivity. The author presents JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) as an alternative to FOMO (Fear of Missing Out): the joy of slowing down, rejecting hyperconnectivity, and prioritising a more liveable life. As Evaristo puts it, it’s about «the joy of missing out, of saying no, and of reclaiming a slower life».
Who is Juan Evaristo Valls
Juan Evaristo Valls is the author of JOMO. El gusto de perder, an essay critiquing the obsession with productivity and constant consumption. His approach aligns with current debates on well-being and resistance to the accelerated pace imposed by neoliberal culture. At the event, he will share key insights from his book and open a dialogue on how to apply these ideas in everyday life.
An event to reflect on time
The presentation on 12 November at La Repartidora will be a space to discuss time management, the social pressure to stay «connected», and alternatives for living more consciously. The event is aimed at those seeking tools to challenge the demand to optimise every moment and explore the pleasure of missing out without guilt.
