Tips To Get A Tech Detox By Reducing Screen Time

Our screens will kill us all? An exaggeration, but here are some super-easy ways to help you cut down screen time so you can live in the moment.

You know how it is , you tap onto Instagram and scroll , scroll , scroll . Before you know it , an hour has passed! Technology is great, but it ’s got us looking at screens from when we open our eyes to when we fall asleep at night. According to a Harvard Health Letter, even dim light can interfere with a person’s circadian rhythm and melatonin secretion (which helps with sleep). Harvard sleep researchers linked short sleep to increased risk for depression, as well as diabetes and cardiovascular problems. Other than just improving sleep, a screen detox might be the answer to help you stay more present. Take it a slow and try some of these #TeamCLEO suggestions to whittle down your screen time.

Go back to print

It ’s so easy to get distracted by social media and all the shows out there to watch (there isn’t enough time in a day!). How about picking up a book, one that sparks your interest, and taking the time to read? It ’s definitely a lot easier on the eyes and it ’s a chance to gain some knowledge on a topic, or get lost in a fictional world. You could even find yourself getting into the habit of reading and making a list of books to read for the year. Also, it ’s a great way to have topics to talk about when you’re making conversations with people. Screen time reduced: 1 hour

Time out for self-care

That Friends episode where Monica draws a bath for Chandler and he becomes a total bath convert? Well , that could be you. Baths get really addictive, especially with your favourite essential oils and scents. Zone out from the world and take some serious time out for yourself. The ultimate luxurious way to reduce the time you’re on your phone! Screen time reduced: 2 hours