Reflect and reset 1 Reflect and reset 1 If you want to change how and when you engage with the tech in your life for the better, the first step is recognising your existing patterns of behaviour. After all, you can’t change what you don’t know, right? And then you need to hit the reset button. Discover how to make these key steps work to get your digital-minimalism mission off to the best start.
Reconnect with what makes you happy 2 Reconnect with what makes you happy 2 A big plus of spending less time on your devices? More time to do other things. But it works the other way, too: doing other things will help fill the tech-sized gaps and fight any stress you might feel in the early stages about being a little less plugged in. It’s a win-win. Find out how to engage with what makes you happy, including how to choose and use more effective ways to catch up with your family and friends.
Embrace mindfulness 3 Embrace mindfulness 3 Mindfulness delivers a range of health benefits, everything from improved mood to less forgetfulness and higher self-esteem. It’s also a chance to both practise and increase your brain’s ability to focus and concentrate . So, with research showing that smartphone use increases when we’re bored , it’s a useful skill to nurture right now. Use week 3 to learn how to do it.
Set yourself up for success 4 Set yourself up for success 4 Time to make your new and improved tech habits stick long term. As well as ensuring you’ll continue to enjoy the health benefits you’ve hopefully begun to experience – you’ve just done three weeks of good work – you don’t want to let it slide now. Discover how some simple tips, tricks and techniques can help you stay digitally minimalised for good.