The Digital Detox Challenge<\/a> started July 1 – and so far I’m not showing up the way I’d hoped.\u00a0 So maybe – if I know someone else (like YOU) is doing it too – it will be easier.<\/p>\nIt’s FREE. It’s 31 days.\u00a0 Each day, you’re encouraged to “cut screen time and embrace offline moments to boost clarity and connection with a few scientifically backed perks like:<\/p>\n
IMproved mental well-being. Reduces anxiety and depression, boosting mood and clarity.<\/p>\n
Better sleep.<\/p>\n
Enhanced social connection.<\/p>\n
What it looks like?<\/p>\n
– 2 Hours Screen-Free<\/p>\n
Limit recreational social media use to 30 minutes per day.<\/p>\n
– No Phone During Meals<\/p>\n
– (Optional) Screenless Sunday: Go all-in with a full day or 8 consecutive hours screen-free each Sunday.<\/p>\n
I want more of that.\u00a0 So I am committing to it.\u00a0 And it will start this weekend as we go away to do a little camping.\u00a0 A focus on nature, swatting mosquitoes, eating marshmallows and getting lost in the peace of a weekend away.<\/p>\n
Let me know if you’re willing to do the challenge too!<\/p>\n
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