Reasons why you should consider taking a tech sabbatical

If you check your phone for new notifications just after waking up, this article is for you. Digital sabbatical is taking time away from your gadgets, emails, Facebook, Twitter and internet in general.

How to take a digital break

-Decide how long you want to take the digital sabbatical. Ideally, choosing a whole weekend can be a good way to start. However, if you feel like taking more days, you can slightly modify your digital habits with the new perspective gained from the sabbatical.

-Inform important people in your life that you won't be available online during a stipulated time period. Provide them with alternatives to reach you in case of an emergency. If you have an active group of online followers, put out a post and set up an email autoreply.

-Don't use your computer, smartphone and tablet during this time. Instead use older non-digital alternatives like notepads, pen, encyclopaedias, and talk to people in person rather than texting them.

Benefits of switching off

-Better sleep: Bright monitors alter your biological clock. With the gadgets gone, you can get quality sleep.

-Improved focus: Unplugging from notifications will work wonders on attention span.

-Better perspective on life: Once disconnected, you will realise life isn't about likes and shares. It's about realtime, real-life connections with loved ones.


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