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You can’t escape the digital world today; screens are everywhere! What’s worse is that we don’t realize how the digital atmosphere effects our mental health. So here are some quick tips for a digital detox:
1. Sometimes radical changes are not the answer
I know there comes a breaking point when where you want to throw your phone away or chuck your laptop out the window. But an abrupt change in your day-to-day habits might be a more disruptive action than a productive solution. The goal is to slowly manage your time online by being mindful of how much of your energy is going towards the digital world. Most phones also have the option to set timers on each app which can be utilized. Slowly reduce your time spent digitally so that it incorporates better into your daily habits.
2. Curate a meaningful FYP
I think it is common knowledge now that the more we see something on social media, the more it gets recommended to us. If you are having trouble cutting off screen time altogether, you can make that time more meaningful and useful. Look up topics that interest you rather than just “brain rot”. If you collaborate your digital presence with increasing your knowledge, it’s a step towards making your time in the digital world more meaningful.
3. First thing in the morning, last thing before bed: don’t use your phone
I know it’s so instinctive for us to look at our phones when we get into bed. However, we should give our brains some time to relax rather than always engaging it in an activity. When I wake up, I often like to stare out my window for a few minutes, just to observe life around me. Similarly, before sleeping we should give our brain and body time to slow down. It can often be a good time to clear your thoughts and relax yourself into a fulfilling sleep.
Struggling to sleep? We’ve got some more tips on how to rest well in a busy environment.
4. Get comfortable with your thoughts
We often use the digital world as an escape from thinking, but this way we lose the ability to work through those thoughts. Sometimes it’s exhausting and hard to be in your own mind, but it is healthy to regulate your emotions yourself rather than depending on a coping mechanism. Give yourself time to sit in silence, contemplate on your own, and think through your own means.
