How To Do a Digital Detox to Reclaim Your Focus
Where your attention goes, your energy flows.
It’s been 13 years since the invention of the iPhone, and by now, we’re well aware of the downsides of using too much technology.
We know digital devices can harm our physical and mental health. We’ve read the studies about social media and its association with anxiety, depression, and psychological distress.
And yet, most people continue to refresh their news feeds on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook as if they didn’t know.
These people hijack their ability to do anything meaningful with their lives. While they feel they’re working, for example, they do nothing more than shallow work.
“Technology is a great servant, but a terrible master.”
— Stephen Covey
And while 99% of technology users distract themselves from the things that would change their lives for the better, you can decide here and now to take back control of your attention.
By doing a digital detox once in a while, you’ll set yourself up for a happier, healthier, and more meaningful life.
Here’s what it is, why you should do it, and how you can do a detox from the comfort of…