DO SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE ENJOY A DIGITAL DETOX?
Constant technology use can leave us feeling drained, so it’s good to do a digital detox by unplugging periodically. Digital detoxes have become very popular, but for most managers and business owners, cutting technology out of their lives isn’t just difficult — it can be irresponsible! You can’t throw your smartphone in the sea and expect to have a job next week. While completely quitting tech isn’t realistic, it is possible to enjoy the benefits of a digital detox while sticking to your responsibilities. Here’s how a few successful entrepreneurs manage this balancing act. ARIANNA HUFFINGTON PUTS HER PHONE ‘TO BED.’ HuffPost founder and Thrive Global CEO Arianna Huffington says the first part of her nightly routine is “escorting my phone out of the bedroom.” Huffington doesn’t allow digital devices in her bedroom and relies on an analog alarm clock. “Charging your
phone away from your bed makes you more likely to wake up as fully charged as your phone,” she says.
ERICH JOINER HAS A HOBBY SEPARATE FROM HIS WORK.
Running a content creation company that caters to big brands means Erich Joiner, founder and director at Tool of North America, is plugged in most of the time. To get away from the demands, he races cars on the weekend. During that time, Joiner puts his phone away in order to focus on the race. “While it takes a lot of focus, which can be strenuous, it also mentally cleanses, or ‘digitally detoxes,’ me during the weekend,” Joiner says. “By Monday, I can go into work with a clear mindset, ready to take on my week.” CELIA FRANCIS TRACKS HER ONLINE ACTIVITY. Sometimes technology can help you cut down on technology. Celia Francis, CEO
of online marketplace Rated People, downloaded the app Moment to monitor how much time she spends on social media. This data helped her build healthier habits. “It helps you understand how you use your phone, establish usage goals, and disconnect at the right times,” Francis explains. “My phone is always off by 9 p.m. and isn’t switched back on until after the morning routine.” You don’t have to completely abandon technology to enjoy a successful digital detox. Instead, look for times when you can put your devices away and focus on something else. Even if it’s just for an hour before bed, you’ll reap the benefits.
Jail Isn’t Your Only Option
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT COURT- MANDATED REHAB required is a drug and alcohol dependency assessment. In other cases, the judge might mandate the completion of an inpatient treatment program that will require you to move into a treatment facility and live there to get help. IS COURT-MANDATED REHAB AN OPTION FOR MY CASE? This is a question for your lawyer, but as a general rule, you can ask a judge to consider rehab as an option if your case meets these requirements: • You were addicted to drugs or alcohol at the time of your DUI. • Your DUI was a direct result of that addiction. • You would benefit from drug or alcohol treatment. • You qualify for a probation sentence.
If you’ve been arrested on a DUI charge, you’re probably terrified about the possibility
Again, these are not hard-and-fast rules, and your lawyer can give you the best advice on your particular case. If you’re one of our clients, call your attorney with any questions you have about rehab, and if you’re not represented, reach out to our firm today at AtlantaDUILawyer.com. CAN I CHOOSE MY TREATMENT PLAN? Yes and no. If you’re ordered into court-mandated rehab, you can’t choose the type of treatment plan you complete (assessment versus inpatient, for example), but you may get to choose your treatment provider from a list of approved options. Again, your lawyer is the expert on this, so if you have any questions about court- mandated rehab, just ask. Here at Yeargan & Kert, we always make sure our clients get the best outcome possible, and rehab is just one of many options we assess.
of going to jail. Here in Georgia, we have strict DUI penalties. First-time offenders can face up to 12 months
behind bars, and if you’ve had multiple DUIs, that sentence can climb to five years. That said, jail isn’t the only option. If you struggle with substance dependence or abuse, a judge can mandate rehabilitation instead of time behind bars. WHAT IS COURT-MANDATED REHAB? Put simply, court-mandated rehab is substance abuse or dependence treatment required by a judge. It can look different case to case, but it always prioritizes helping offenders get better over sending them to jail. These treatments can take anywhere from days to months depending on the judge’s stipulations. Sometimes, all that’s
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