To the OP… It's not really clear if you're ranting against technology in general or just the inconvenience of passwords and logins. I'll assume the former.
Only about a third of that list is stuff you must do. The rest is optional on any given day.
Every device you own has an off switch. It's up to you to use that feature and unplug yourself. Don't b*tch about it if you're not willing to put it down. The same goes for complaints about what's on TV, the trash coming out of Hollywood, etc. etc. If you don't like it, don't consume it. Simple.
Go for a walk. Go fly a kite. Go ride your bike. Go play catch with your kid. Cook a great meal. READ A BOOK! All tech all the time is overrated, and we all have the ability to put it away.
Nobody NEEDS to be connected 24/7. People WANT to be connected 24/7. Those who argue otherwise are, IMHO, merely rationalizing. They're altering their behavior to suit a lifestyle choice.
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