Is It Time for a Digital Detox? xx
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Turn off notifications. Constant notifications can be incredibly
When you need a break from your busy life, you probably look at your cellphone. And when you need a break from your cellphone, you might watch TV or browse social media on your other devices. This cycle of never- ending screens can be taxing on your mental health. Everyone hits their breaking point at a different time, and you may not even realize when you’ve reached your limit. If you find yourself getting angry or upset at posted content, consistently comparing yourself to others, or feeling depressed, it may be time for a digital detox. But what is a digital detox? It’s taking a break from electronic devices, such as your cellphone or tablet mindlessly scrolling through social media or news stories.
distracting, so silencing them allows us to focus more on our surroundings.
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Disconnect before bedtime. Turn off all electronics an hour before you go to sleep to relax your body and mind.
Another benefit is that you’ll feel less stressed, especially if you compare yourself to others on social media or get lost in negative news cycles. Perhaps the most notable benefit of a digital detox is reclaiming your own time. Checking your cellphone and scrolling through social media can quickly become a subconscious habit. Before you know it, an hour or two has passed. Even watching television can take up huge chunks of your day. With a digital detox, you get that time back, and you can reallocate it to healthier activities. If you feel like you need a break from your electronic devices, take one. It could lead to a healthier and happier life.
Now that you know what it is, how can you detox yourself?
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Schedule a break from your devices. Even if it’s just for a half-hour, use the time to do other activities, such as exercise, household chores, or even gardening.
Summer Crab and Lemon Carbonara
INGREDIENTS
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12 oz bucatini pasta
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3 oz Pecorino Romano cheese, grated 1/2 cup fresh chives, thinly sliced
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tbsp garlic, finely chopped 1/4 cup drained and rinsed capers, chopped 1 tsp coarsely ground black pepper 6 large egg yolks, beaten
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8 oz fresh crabmeat
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1 tbsp grated lemon zest 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice Sea salt or kosher salt, to taste
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DIRECTIONS
1. In a pot of boiling water, cook pasta until not yet al dente. Drain and reserve 1 cup cooking liquid. 2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook oil and garlic until lightly toasted. Add capers and black pepper, then stir for 2 minutes. 3. Add reserved cooking liquid to skillet and bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir in pasta and cook until al dente. Remove from heat. 4. Stirring constantly, pour egg yolks quickly into the mixture. Add cheese and chives, stirring well until sauce is creamy. Add crab, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Toss together and season with salt.
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