5 Ways to Find Inner Balance in a Hyperconnected World

You can coexist with technology and still have inner peace.

Carin Kilby Clark
Jul 20, 2017 · 3 min read

The modern world is always on.

From phones that never stop ringing to email inboxes flooded with messages, it’s hard for busy moms to find peace. Often, we’re overwhelmed, tired, and trying to keep up with it all.

But it’s important to find that balance between on and off. Between staying connected and having inner balance so you don’t feel stressed all the time.

While it may seem impossible, it’s not. There is a better way to find balance in your life (don’t panic… inner balance is possible even without putting the phone completely away *wink*).

5 Ways to Find Inner Balance in a Hyper-Connected World
5 Ways to Find Inner Balance in a Hyper-Connected World

Try these strategies to coexist with technology and still have inner peace:

1. Focus on creating a healthy relationship with technology.

* Craft a relationship that is based on intent. Mindless surfing online can waste your time, so ensure you have a definite purpose when you use technology. All of your online actions need a reason.

2. Live with technology instead of for it.

* Keep in mind that technology is a tool. Avoid making it the focus of your day or life.

3. Disconnect on a frequent basis.

* Take a tech break each week. Experts recommend setting aside the weekends for spending time with family and friends. Avoid surfing online, sending text messages, or uploading photos. Instead, interact with real people in the real world.

* It’s important to warn your connections ahead of time so you don’t cause concern when you suddenly “disappear.” They’ll get used to you taking weekends and vacations away from technology.

4. Manage your connections.

* It’s important to find a balance between keeping up to date with your connections and always being available. Of course, you want to stay in touch, but it doesn’t have to be an hourly issue.

* Try limiting the number of connections in your life to those that are important to you.

* Although it may hurt some feelings, consider “unfollowing” some people on social media, so you don’t have to be part of their drama anymore. Do what you can to maintain a stress-free social circle.

5. Partake in activities that reduce stress.

* Schedule some time alone each day. The solitude will give you a chance to reflect, plan, de-stress, and re-energize. Try yoga, meditation, journaling, or keeping a diary.

* Pursue activities that make you feel peaceful and calm. Whether you hike in a park or dance in your living room, relax and disconnect from the world for a moment.

You can discover inner balance despite living in a hyper-connected world. Give it a try by making these strategies daily habits so that you can enjoy greater peace.


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