Digital Wellness

Digital wellness refers to the state of one’s physical and mental health in the Digital Age. More specifically, digital wellness refers to preventative measures aimed at regulating and improving the healthy use of technology.

Reducing one’s activity on social media or monitoring time spent on a smartphone are just two examples of improving one’s digital wellness.

Tips & Resources For Using Your Tech Better

By using a few simple strategies, you may be able to reduce the negative emotions and compulsive behaviors associated with social media use, and find ways to enjoy it more fully:

Before you post, know your intentions. Are you looking for appreciation, inclusion, approval, or reassurance? Or maybe something else? If you’re looking to be seen or validated, ask yourself, “Is there something more constructive I could do to meet that need?”
Limit the time you spend on social media each day. Research shows that people who spend more than two hours per day on social media have significantly lower self-esteem than those who don’t.
Be curious about the stories your mind makes up as you scroll. When something comes up, ask yourself if it’s helpful for you to believe that story. Is it helpful for you to think you’re not good enough? Is it helpful for you to judge that other person’s choices or life, or to compare your life to theirs?
Remove all the notifications from your phone. The only apps to allow notifications for are phone and texts, your eyes will be grateful for the reduction in red bubbles. Especially do this for your email—it’s a game changer.
Put Screen Time and Downtime to use. Don’t allow apps during certain hours of the day; it’s a nice reminder to stay focused.
Get hyper organized. Put the apps you want to reduce usage for into folders on your phone, and become meticulous about your desktop. Be relentless about naming your files and folders properly, and your brain will thank you. Basically, set up your tech in ways that improve your efficiency and remind you of your priorities.
Finally, one of the best things you can do for your digital health is to block, unfollow, and hide whenever you need to. Only follow people who make you feel balanced, informed, activated, inspired, and motivated. Dedicate yourself to being one of those people when you can.

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Digital Wellness

Digital wellness refers to the state of one’s physical and mental health in the Digital Age. More specifically, digital wellness refers to preventative measures aimed at regulating and improving the healthy use of technology.

Reducing one’s activity on social media or monitoring time spent on a smartphone are just two examples of improving one’s digital wellness.

Tips & Resources For Using Your Tech Better

By using a few simple strategies, you may be able to reduce the negative emotions and compulsive behaviors associated with social media use, and find ways to enjoy it more fully:

Before you post, know your intentions. Are you looking for appreciation, inclusion, approval, or reassurance? Or maybe something else? If you’re looking to be seen or validated, ask yourself, “Is there something more constructive I could do to meet that need?”

Limit the time you spend on social media each day. Research shows that people who spend more than two hours per day on social media have significantly lower self-esteem than those who don’t.

Remove all the notifications from your phone. The only apps to allow notifications for are phone and texts, your eyes will be grateful for the reduction in red bubbles. Especially do this for your email—it’s a game changer.

Put Screen Time and Downtime to use. Don’t allow apps during certain hours of the day; it’s a nice reminder to stay focused.

Finally, one of the best things you can do for your digital health is to block, unfollow, and hide whenever you need to. Only follow people who make you feel balanced, informed, activated, inspired, and motivated. Dedicate yourself to being one of those people when you can.