Technology Detox – Four Healthy Habits

We live in a world filled with technology. I work all day at a computer, check my phone constantly and unwind with TV at the end of a day. It almost scares me to add up the amount of hours I spend staring at a screen. So in an effort to give myself (and my eyes) a little bit of a break I have been trying to spend some time technology-free. It has been my intention to spend a couple of hours each day without my phone or computer, and the TV off. There are four things that I do throughout the day that have become part of my routine. These four habits not only provide a technology detox, but they also help me slow down and be more present.

Technology Detox - Four Healthy Habits on Waketon Road

Technology Detox - Four Healthy Habits on Waketon Road

Get Some Fresh Air

My favorite thing to do in the morning is to grab my cup of tea or a latte and go sit outside. I do this pretty much every morning, no matter what type of weather. The number of blankets might change, but I love being in the morning air. I like to wake up pretty early, sometimes just before sunrise and enjoy a few moments of quiet before the rest of the neighborhood starts stirring. In the past couple of weeks Brian and I have been working on our back patio garden. It’s amazing how much joy seeing these beautiful flowers gives me. I spend as much time as I can out there each morning without my phone, just easing into the day.

Technology Detox - Four Healthy Habits on Waketon Road

Technology Detox - Four Healthy Habits on Waketon Road

Gratitude Journal

I haven’t been as disciplined as I would like to be lately when it comes to writing in my journal. But I do always notice a difference in my day when I start out by focusing on what I am grateful for. It definitely helps to put things in perspective. Before I hop onto social media or spend too much time on my phone, I think it is important to be grateful. I also like to write down my goals – short-term things that I am working towards. It helps keep me focused.

Technology Detox - Four Healthy Habits on Waketon Road

Technology Detox - Four Healthy Habits on Waketon Road

Take Time To Relax

Whether it’s a long shower or a hot bath at the end of the day, it’s so nice to relax. A good bath is a luxury that I don’t enjoy often enough. But I was recently gifted these bath rocks which makes it really easy to want to enjoy a bath at the end of the day. Even if you don’t have the time, find something that helps you unwind. Maybe it’s curling up to read a few pages of a book (a real book). Anything that doesn’t involve TV or your phone.

Technology Detox - Four Healthy Habits on Waketon Road

Technology Detox - Four Healthy Habits on Waketon Road

Unplug

Try to set a time in the evening to power down. I know when I start my night-time routine that it’s time to put away my phone and computer. I have a slightly long and indulgent skin-care routine but it’s something I look forward to at the end of the day. I plug my phone in to charge on the dresser and then try not to look at it again. I take my time going through my night-time routine and by the final step I am ready for bed. I have found that by not looking at a blue screen right before bed, I fall asleep much faster.

Technology is a wonderful thing, but it is also important to have some balance. I am curious what are some ways you try to limit your time staring at a screen? xo Bryn

 

2 Comments

  1. Your home is looking so lovely!! And love these tips, I’ve also been making a conservative effort to turn everything off and take time away from my computer / phone. It does wonders for my creativity and sanity!! xo

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  2. Courtney wrote:

    These are good ways to detox. I always love going outside, and enjoying some fresh air!!
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