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Anti burnout Initiative
26th July, 2024
In today's digital world, our lives are constantly intertwined with screens - from smartphones to laptops to TVs, we are always connected. There's a lot of great stuff that technology and digital devices provide us but it's also crucial to take a step back and consider the impact of excessive screen time on our well-being. Let's take a look at some of the benefits to a screen free evening!
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The Mental Health Benefits of Going Screen-Free
Constant exposure to screens, especially before bedtime, can disrupt our sleep patterns and increase our stress levels. Turning your phone off or putting it on do not distrub mode an hour before you go to sleep can be a great way to calm down your mind (and it can give you a nice chunk of time to read or draw or write and reflect on the day). This can even help you improve your sleep hygiene, leading to better concentration, memory retention, and overall academic performance.
Too much screen time can lead to cognitive overload, making it challenging to focus on tasks or be productive. A screen-free evening provides an opportunity to engage in activities that foster creativity, critical thinking, and improved concentration without the distractions of notifications and three thousand tik-toks. Bounce back the next day and be ready to hit the books and enjoy what technology has to offer.
Spending quality time with your friends and family without the distractions of screens helps foster deeper connections and meaningful conversations. Whether it's playing board games, cooking together, or just enjoying each other's company, a screen-free evening can be beneficial not only to your mental health but also your social life!
The Impact on Studies and Creativity
So much of studying today means being constantly active in a digital learning environment. So, a lot of our focus time - not only our free time - is spent on screens. It's important to give your eyes a rest and slow down the rate you consume media and information at - again, to keep the cognative overload at bay.
Creativity thrives in moments of quiet reflection and boredom, both of which can be stifled by constant screen stimulation. A screen-free evening allows you to consciously (and subconsciously), tap into your creativity, explore new hobbies, and think outside the box, enhancing your problem-solving skills and innovative thinking.
The mental health benefits, improved relationships, and enhanced focus that come with disconnecting from screens are invaluable in cultivating a healthier and more balanced lifestyle. So, tonight, why not power down your devices, and embrace the digital detoxification?
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