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Technology Time-Outs: A Strategy for Better Mental Health
The latest and greatest tech gadgets can offer promises of greater knowledge, increased productivity, and endless opportunity. Yet we all know that too much of a good thing is not so good.
You know how it feels to be glued to your phone or computer for hours, right?
Your eyes get all dry, your neck starts to ache, and your brain feels like it’s been through a spin cycle. It’s no secret that we’re living in an age where technology is like a third limb—essential but sometimes cumbersome.
This is where “Technology Time-Outs” come into play, and trust me, they’re the mental health breather we all need.
Understanding Tech Time-Outs
A “Technology Time-Out” is exactly what it sounds like—a break from all digital devices.
No phones, no laptops, no smartwatches. It’s a deliberate pause to disconnect from the constant pings and buzzes that demand our attention and instead connect with the real world around us.
Research has been shouting it from the rooftops: too much screen time can lead to stress, anxiety, and even depression.
