• Disrupts sleeping habits: The blue light screens emit has been proven to disrupt the circadian rhythms that help us sleep at night.
Reward yourself Whenever you’ve accomplished offline time, give yourself an award. Go out for a tech-free date night to your favorite restaurant, or get yourself that thing that’s been on your wishlist for ages. Set up a special ritual for your digital detox, like a spa night. Types of Digital Detoxes There are a ton of ways to take a tech break. Pick a couple of methods that work for you and give them a go for at least a week –– feel free to tweak times or alternate days to fit your schedule. Some days you might need to be on your phone or take a video call during a detox period, so roll with the punches and stay flexible. Disconnect for a period of time Designate a period of time each day that you’ll go tech-free. During lunch, after work, or before bedtime are all great places to start. Make it part of your routine, then see how you’re feeling after a week. Many people end up expanding their tech-free time because they love how it makes them feel. Have technology-free meals Ditching your devices during meals encourages you to not only appreciate the food you’re eating but to enjoy the company you’re in. Make it a rule that no phones are allowed at the dinner table, turn the TV off, and notice how much fuller your heart and belly feel. Find a Balance with Technology Digital burnout is real, and finding a happy medium is integral for living life in the age of the computer. We’ve got a few analog remedies to soothe your digital aches. Prioritize human connection We’ve all had that experience where we’re trying to hold a conversation with someone who’s more interested in what’s on their phone than are in the person right in front of them. Always prior- itize the people in your life over the content on your phone.
The Benefits of Doing a Digital Detox Banish the digital distractions and reap the benefits of a techno-free life. Cutting out tech - nology has massive mental health benefits, and you’ll be amazed at how much better you feel when you aren’t constantly connected. Benefits of a digital detox include: • Enhanced sleep: Without blue light and the temptation to keep scrolling, you’ll get better z’s and have more energy in the morning. • Increased productivity: Less tech means more time to get things done. When you’re not staring at a screen, you’ll have more time to do the things that matter. • Better posture: “Tech neck” is a real thing, and improved posture is a significant benefit to ditching your devices. • Improved relationships: Having more time for your loved ones can only be a good thing. Notice howmuch closer you feel to the people around you after going tech-free. • More time for hobbies: Going on a digital detox gives you ample time to explore all those hobbies you’d long forgotten.
How to Do a Digital Detox Give your brain a break! Read up on how to do a digital detox –– we’ve got tips on what to do instead of scrolling, how to get your friends involved, and how to stick to your new detox routine. Do other activities instead Harken back to the days of yore and try some tech-free activities. Getting a vacation from tech- nology will offer you a fresh start. Go for a walk, get the family together for a game night, or read a book instead of staring at your phone. Take up knitting or learn how to bake gourmet desserts. Establish limits and goals Each week, make a goal of spending less and less time using technology. Start with a half-hour of tech-free time each day, then increase it to an hour the next week and keep going. Get your loved ones involved Get your family involved to make going tech-free into a fun challenge. Check everyone’s smart- phone at the end of the week to see who spent the least time looking at their screen –– whoever wins gets to choose their favorite takeout for dinner or pick what to watch on movie night.
103 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2021 • SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE
102 SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS MAGAZINE • AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2021
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