Tech Fatigue: 3 Ways To Overcome It
Daily screen-time practices to reduce fatigue and boost mental clarity.
We spend more time on our devices than with people every day.
You’re not made for passivity. You’re more.
It is not about getting rid of all technology. It has to do with learning how to use our devices.
It’s about putting our desired lifestyle, values, and goals at the top of the list and not letting our devices hurt our relationships and mental clarity.
A lot of what we do every day is done in front of a screen. We use various digital tools to make our daily lives more accessible and efficient, from looking for song lyrics to getting an estimate of the price of a stock. The way we spend our time has finally changed because of technology. So, keep in mind that while we’re working, we need to be able to stay focused on setting priorities. Too much time spent on technology and the internet for work or fun can make you feel physically and emotionally tired. Its use needs to be regulated. The goal of controlling how we use technology and the internet is to find a balance, reduce mental fatigue, and improve our digital health.
How to Beat Tech Fatigue
Here are three ways to be more aware of how we use technology.
1. Light Stretching Every 3 Hours
We often get a string of video calls when we work from home. It’s a good idea to give your mind a break between virtual meetings. The World Health Organization (WHO) says people should be active for at least 150 minutes per week. You can use voice commands on your phone, like Google Assistance, to remind us to move around. Do light stretches every 3 hours, and don’t plan to sit in front of an entire photo table. No matter how big or small, physical activity can help improve your mental health and sleep quality.
Working from home, we often get multiple video calls. It would be best if you rested your mind between virtual meetings. The WHO recommends 150 minutes of exercise a week.
2. Creating a Work/Relax Balance
Before you start work, take some time to think about what you want to accomplish each day. This will help you stay focused on the tasks you need to do. If you can, separate the work area from the break room. That way, we won’t be tempted to lie down every 15 minutes while working. Turn off notifications and put your laptop somewhere out of sight during breaks. Set up precise times for us to work and times for us to rest. You might want to limit how much time you spend on certain apps or sites.
Try to separate the workspace and break room, so we’re not tempted to lie down every 15 minutes.
3. Stop Using Your Phone Before Going to Sleep
We should train our bodies to go to sleep and wake up regularly, both during the week and on the weekends, to get a stable circadian rhythm and better sleep. You can also use Android’s “Sleep Time Mode,” which will automatically turn on “Do Not Disturb” and turn off your device’s screen at a time we choose. Try not to use the phone before bed to get a better night’s sleep. Blue light from cell phones can make it harder to fall asleep because it keeps the brain awake and stops the hormone melatonin from being released.
Technology must be used for valuable benefits and to help everyone achieve a healthy balance.
Wait a Minute
As a society, we’re obsessed with doing things quickly and well. We use our phones to do something every bit of free time we have.
But when you do nothing and wait, everything comes to you. Thoughts and emotions. Something smells. You can see it. You pick up on something. Your brain goes through a change.
Learn to wait calmly until the bus comes, it’s your turn at the register, the light turns green, or the pasta is done. Wait until your friend enters the restaurant, your partner gets home, or your coffee is ready.
I hope this article helps you spend less time on your devices and more on your happiness, family, friends, rest, and focus.
Stay kind, and thanks for reading!
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