Unplug for the Day
A Health ritual for Clarity
Photo: Blue Osa
How to do it:
Pick a day to unplug.
Let people around you know that you’re trying to unplug by using your phone less. Odds are they’ll be pretty supportive and maybe even join in.
Put your phone on airplane mode, do not disturb or turn it OFF. (laptops, television and tablets too)
Allow your mind to unplug from the constant stimulation of the screen.
Take this day to connect in person with people you love, spend the day in nature, or find your own creative way to tend to your life and enjoy living in the present.
This ritual can be done weekly, choosing one full day to unplug.
Check out A Daily Unplug for a lesser, daily version of this digital detox ritual.
Why do it:
Technology addiction is powerful but it does have a power-off button. When we unplug, we give ourselves the time and space to decompress and recharge. This ritual helps remove unhealthy feelings of jealousy, envy, and loneliness. It assists us in being present with the life that is happening right in front of us. It also helps us regain our ability to focus for longer periods of time. The stimulation of our screens frazzles our ability to focus.
When to do it:
Weekly
How long it takes:
1hr - 1 day
Materials needed:
N/A
Origin:
Modern
Original Source:
Submitted by Which Ritual
Check out Brick as a great resource and community for digital detoxing.