As part of World Day (formerly known as Net Day, although gyrations are occurring about the name), Greg Elin had the bright idea that we should offer an Email Amnesty Day.
Here's the idea: On one day a year, you are permitted (indeed, expected) to delete all the unanswered mail in your inbox. Just wipe it out. Start fresh. And everyone will understand.
No more shame or grief associated with email — just for that one day.
I think Lessig called that email bankruptcy.