In our previous article, we touched upon whether or not too much screen time can lead to sleep deprivation and other sleep disorders such as insomnia. And we found out that actually yes, it can. Are we surprised? Not really.
Modern technology is only advancing and developing for the better. Gone are the days of black and white televisions, the phones that were bigger than the size of your head, VHS tapes and floppy disks. Now it’s all about powerful computers in the likes of Apple and Microsoft, the latest phones, the Amazon Alexa and the Google Hub because voice search is on the verge of taking the world by storm. And there are plenty of more gems being introduced in the technological industry.
Is technology something we rely on? Although digital technology helps us become more flexible, productive (sometimes) and gives us easier access to view things on the web, at what point do we know when it is too much?
Limit Technology Use
An effective technique that actually works wonders. If we were to ask you how much time you spent every week on technology, your estimate more than likely wouldn’t even come close. The average adult is known to spend 6 hours each day with digital media and as mobile use is skyrocketing, we wouldn’t be surprised if this figure increased. By introducing a limit when using your phone or gaming on your PS4, it sets boundaries and ultimately provides you with more free time which isn’t staring at a screen.
Rest and Refresh
For those who work on computers for most of their working week need time to rest and refresh. It’s known that a severe amount of time spent staring at screens leads to computer vision syndrome. This results in dry eyes, eye strain, headaches, blurred vision and often focusing difficulties. It’s important to take regular breaks because even though digital technology is helping you, it may not be returning the favour at times.
Good Tech, Bad Tech, Decisions
Know the difference? Let’s see. Watching a movie on your iPhone for 3 hours vs using the internet to learn about a recipe you’d like to make. Now, it’s not necessarily bad tech that you’ve chosen to watch a movie on a screen that is too small for you, it’s just a bad decision. Technology is fun and holds many features but finding the balance between using it for good and bad is one that some need to master!
Disconnect
This is quite a helpful strategy if you’re looking to disconnect from technology completely. This will not only give you more freedom, but it will make you realise how dependent you are on technology.
By limiting your own personal technology use and knowing the difference between wanting and needing to use it, you’re already one step closer to a healthier relationship with technology. Let us know how long you spend on your phone or computer each day, and do you get enough beauty sleep because of it?
Is technology something we rely on? Although digital technology helps us become more flexible, productive (sometimes) and gives us easier access to view things on the web, at what point do we know when it is too much?
Managing Healthy Technology Use
Set time limits Don’t use your phone when driving Turn notifications off Reduce distractions Take regular breaks Don’t invest too much in social media Prioritise sleep Overusing technology does have its risks, but finding a healthy balance is key. Practicing mindfulness is a skill that is able to help you experience fully present moments. When these occur, you’re less likely to use your phone, or get distracted.Our Tips for A Better Relationship With Digital Technology
Defend Your Sleep You heard us, defend it! Countless studies have shown that screen time increases our alertness, and tricks us into thinking it’s daylight when in fact it’s time for bed. This means it’s harder to sleep, and what good does that do when we have to stroll into work at 9am, half asleep and in need of a coffee fix? Is Instagram really that worthy? If you’re having trouble sleeping, make sure it’s not your mattress that’s a contributing factor to less sleep too!
Limit Technology Use
An effective technique that actually works wonders. If we were to ask you how much time you spent every week on technology, your estimate more than likely wouldn’t even come close. The average adult is known to spend 6 hours each day with digital media and as mobile use is skyrocketing, we wouldn’t be surprised if this figure increased. By introducing a limit when using your phone or gaming on your PS4, it sets boundaries and ultimately provides you with more free time which isn’t staring at a screen.
Rest and Refresh
For those who work on computers for most of their working week need time to rest and refresh. It’s known that a severe amount of time spent staring at screens leads to computer vision syndrome. This results in dry eyes, eye strain, headaches, blurred vision and often focusing difficulties. It’s important to take regular breaks because even though digital technology is helping you, it may not be returning the favour at times.
Good Tech, Bad Tech, Decisions
Know the difference? Let’s see. Watching a movie on your iPhone for 3 hours vs using the internet to learn about a recipe you’d like to make. Now, it’s not necessarily bad tech that you’ve chosen to watch a movie on a screen that is too small for you, it’s just a bad decision. Technology is fun and holds many features but finding the balance between using it for good and bad is one that some need to master!
Disconnect
This is quite a helpful strategy if you’re looking to disconnect from technology completely. This will not only give you more freedom, but it will make you realise how dependent you are on technology.
By limiting your own personal technology use and knowing the difference between wanting and needing to use it, you’re already one step closer to a healthier relationship with technology. Let us know how long you spend on your phone or computer each day, and do you get enough beauty sleep because of it?
